I'm sure lots of people really enjoy this series, so will like the book, but it just wasn't for me. A bit too much 'woman in peril' with not enough plot. Being new to the series, I also found it tricky to figure out who was who and it took me far too long to work out what/who POTUS was. This may work better for the American audience.

What a tense and exciting detective novel and it’s set during my favourite time of the year, Halloween. I loved the stormy weather, mist and pumpkins. They added a sinister backdrop to the most heinous of murders taking place in Black Rock, Montana. This brings me onto the location. I can only imagine a place as splendid as this but I got a real picture of it in my head. I loved the streets, the woodland and the cafe.

I really enjoyed Jenna’s character and that opening... what an explosion of action. I found myself instantly hooked especially as the dangers ramped up. I loved the use of the horses, and the bloodhound was adorable. The relationship between David and Jenna was a real treat too. I took to the crime fighting duo with ease. Gripped by the each of the main characters chapters, I found myself rooting for them throughout.

As for the investigation, the chapters with the inmate were a nail-biting treat. Such great cat and mouse interplay, and psychologically intense too.

This was my first Kane and Alton read and I felt more than happy that it could be enjoyed as a stand-alone even though there are earlier books in the series.

The ending was an absolute heart hammering cracker, and if you love detective fiction, ‘Cross My Heart’ is a must read!

How is this book 12 when each book is so new and captures your whole attention? I was on the edge of my seat and terrified more than once. Halloween in Black Rock Falls - NEVER! A serial killer and stalker of Jenna keep the team very busy. No more out of town weekends for Deputy Kane. Please let me have the next, the 13th book soon. I am scared already. Thanks to NetGalley, Bookoutre and the Author for the privilege of reading and reviewing this book.

Yet another fast paced, original and exciting thriller from the author. The series never disappoints and is one of my favourites. Good character development and a clever plot makes this one of the best series around at the moment from an author at the top of her game. Thanks to Net Galley for my ARC.

290 pages

5 stars

This is an utterly terrifying mystery. A vicious serial killer, arrested by Jenna and Kane a couple of years ago, is stalking Jenna again. But he is locked up in prison. Isn't he?

Adding to this, Jenna suffers a vicious attack on her home during a lightening storm. It is a man in a slicker and cowboy hat who is shooting crossbolts at her.

The reader is treated to the return of Kane, Jenna, Wolfe, Rowley, Rio, Jo, Carter and of course, Duke and Zorro in this, the latest offering in the Jenna and Kane series.

A man is found tied to a tree in the forest. He was shot through the head with a crossbow and is soaked with gasoline. His wife is missing. The locals noticed this man speaking to the couple and the man is arrested and charged. The man is arrogant and acts just way too cool. However, while he is incarcerated, another murder takes place. He couldn't have committed that one. What is going on?

Another suspect is interviewed and he is just as cool as the first guy.

Jenna and Jo decide to interview Stone in prison. He is rude and acts very familiar with Jenna. She feels marginally better with Kane and Carter in the next room. The warden assures the detectives that Stone has absolutely no contact with the outside. But, does he?

The current killings are too much like his past murders.

This book describes a conspiracy of bizarre proportions. In a very exciting climax, it all becomes clear.

This book is extremely well written and plotted. The transitions are flawless. We learn a little more about the main characters, but it doesn't intrude on the story at all. I like all of the main characters. Kane is wonderful, Jenna can be a little obsessed. Jo and Carter are very competent. Wolfe adds a wonderful dimension to the story.

I want to thank NetGalley and Bookouture for forwarding to me a copy of this most exciting book for me to read, enjoy and review. The opinions expressed here are my own.

OMG! This drew me in quickly and there was that instant tension of a drama unfolding. An incredibly well thought out, very original plotline and one I had not foreseen. I turned ever quicker and devoured this- the sign of a gripping, well written read. A captivating, rollercoaster of a book. Loved it. You really should read the whole series, but this book and the others can be read on their own (but better if you really read the backstories). Highly recommended for fans of thrillers and serial killers. I’m giving this one a full ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Black Rock Falls is not a place for the faint hearted, murder central could be its alternative name! It does however have red hot deputies and a totally committed sheriff to catch the serial killers who head towards its vast swathes of forest and mountain resorts. When a visiting tourist is found dead with his wife missing it seems as if Sheriff Jenna Alton and her team have a copycat killer as this isn't the first person they have encountered who murders this way, but he won't ever see the light of day again.

With her trusted chief deputy, Dave Kane, at her side, Jenna begins an investigation which chills her to the bone. The original killer still haunts her dreams and has pushed her to the brink more than once. This time however, the whole investigation seems to teeter on the edge between reality and a nightmare world of deja-vous even though Jenna knows it can't be him. With Halloween just around the corner it appears not all the monsters in town are just for decoration.

Once again D K Hood has put Jenna and Dave through the emotional wringer and taken her readers along with them! The storyline is as original and scary as ever with hints at what happened in a previous book adding to the tension levels which are pretty high right from the get go and never once let up. This can still be read as a standalone but is part of such a terrific series that starting at the beginning means you get to experience the whole terrifying effect of living in Black Rock Falls! 

I was able to read an advanced copy of this book thanks to NetGalley and the publishers but the opinions expressed are my own. This is brilliant, nothing more needs to be said.

Thanks so much to #netgalley and #bookouture for the opportunity to read and review "Cross My Heart", the 12th and newest book in the Detectives Kane and Alton series in return for a fair and honest review.

Well, wasn't that a rollercoaster ride! Just when I think that DK Hood's series can't get any better, it does.

Welcome back to Black Rock Falls, where the temperature can go from zero to serial killer in a second, it's coming up on Halloween (and friends, if I lived there I'd make sure I was far, far away at this time of year - like maybe a war zone - where I'd be safer) and the terror meter has been ramped up to 11.

It starts with a brutal assault on Jenna Alton's home in the middle of a 'dry storm' (thunder, lightning, wind, but no rain) that leaves her shaken to the core. Even though she was unhurt, the attacker managed to get by the security system, disable the power, turn off the back up generator and get inside! Leaving Jenna trapped in the impregnable safe room until help could arrive. Subsequently, the entire system has to be rebuilt - at the order of the most powerful man in the nation.

While recovering from this invasion, Jenna and Dave and the rest of the crew are called to the Stanton Woods, where the body of a man has been found - and his wife is missing (although a clue was left at the scene of the ranch assault). And the MO of this killing is identical to that of convicted serial killer - and stalker of Sheriff Alton - James Stone; but he's locked away in maximum security and has no contact with the outer world, so how could this be.

And when another couple is found dead in the same manner as James Stone's previous killings, Dave and Jenna end up with two suspects who have two alibis! And the man who Jenna saw during the assault on her home seems to keep popping up around town, whenever she's alone. (Ms. Hood amps up the scary with many days and nights of fog swirling around town.)

This highly-charged book is simply one of the best in the series, and Ms. Hood's understanding of her characters is evidenced by some of the dialogue:
"Oh, that can’t be good." (Fowler)
"Cute little town you have here." (Ty Carter)
"We’ve had our share of unusual cases, but this is the first one to leave an ear as a calling card." (Dave Kane)
"What happened to this place?" (Rio) "Murder." (Rowley)

It all comes to a head when one of their crew is kidnapped, and Dave and Jenna head off into the Stanton Woods to rescue him - and end up in a fight for their lives during a lightning-strike-caused forest fire. Fasten your seatbelts, readers, it's a gloriously bumpy ride.

You really should read the whole series, but this book and the others can work on their own (but you really need the backstories). Highly recommended for fans of thrillers and serial killers.

Another thrill ride in this must read series. Jenna is attacked while Kane is away. The action starts from the beginning and doesn't let up. The case is gruesome and has ties to an earlier foe. It's intense, dark, and full of suspense. And with several suspects it keeps you guessing. Jenna and Kane are romantically involved (FINALLY!) and I love the way its handled. It's stated and there are brief glimpses of involvement but it isn't a big focus of the book. I think it enhances their partnership. I particularly loved the ending. This series is one I look forward to and devour each new book as soon as it comes out. I'm already anxious for the next one!

Loved it! Big series by D.K. But what a thriller. I’m hit or miss on grabbing these books in order but they never fail to make me squirm. This one takes place during Halloween and the psychos are out in force!

What did I like? Sheriff Alton and Deputy Kane investigate some terror on the hiking trail that look a lot like a copy cat murder. These kills give me the chills as they investigate more than one possible killer. The terror does not slow down in this one and keeps you on your toes. Five stars!

Would I recommend or buy? I’d recommend the whole series to be honest! Thrills and chills! Need something to keep you awake at night? Highly recommend this intense thriller!

I received a complimentary copy to read and voluntarily left a review.

The books just keep getting better and better, this one had some chilling parts and I had a few oh no moments. I was worried that now that Jenna and Kane are romantically involved that it would take away from the dynamic of the story but thankfully it didn’t. I got this as an Arc to review and I would like to thank the publishers and Netgalley for letting me have the book to read.

WoW book 12!!! I have not read the first 11 and honestly in my opinion the only thing you will be missing is the different cases Kane and Alton take on!
But after reading this one I'm now hoping I can find the first 11 on Kindle Unlimited. (fingers crossed)
But this book was so thrilling. Had me hanging on the edge of my seat!
This fast paced read will have you flipping these pages like crazy to reach the ending of this amazing suspenseful book!

Thank You NetGalley and aka my favorite publisher,↪Bookouture for this awesome thriller
Very much appreciated!

I will post to my Goodreads closer to pub date! :)

would like to thank netgalley and the publisher for the exceptional book

back in the world of kane and alton...love it

jenna has the place to herself as kane is off to some meeting that he wanted to attend...but during the night the cat and dog wake her up at first jenna thinks it because of the electric storm raging overhead but not before long jenna realises that someone is trying to break into her house

she cant ring out as the power is out and as the attack gets closer and closer jenna retreats back into her safe room with the animals...before long the perp is trying to get into her safe room and they totally trash her house...she only has to wait till morning before help comes but its a long night..

unaware of the danger jenna is in kane is about to have breakfast when the call goes up.. jenna isnt answering her phone

wow this was a pretty gruesome ride as more people go missing and turn up mutilated, can kane and alton work out what is going on before things escalate

and why do all roads lead back to stone as each crime scene is reminiscent of his crimes....but hes in jail..

omg a fast paced book and one that keeps you on the edge of your seat...couldnt put the book down, loved it

**Hold, please, while I catch my breath**
Holy smokes! This book is one intense ride, I didn't want to put it down. I was up until 2 am and had to force myself to go to sleep. Then I woke up and needed to finish it! The Detectives Kane and Alton Series is one of my favorite crime thriller series and this is book number twelve in the series.

A body is found in the forest Black Rock Falls and there similarities to a previous case that are eerily familiar to Sheriff Alton. That monster is behind bars with no contact with the outside world so it has to be a copycat killer. How does the killer know details that were never released to the public? The only way to find out is for Jenna to face the psychopath she put behind bars years ago. One thing is for sure, they need to find the killer before he kills again.

I think this might be my favorite book in the series. You can read it as a standalone, but I recommend reading them all. Thank you NetGalley and Bookouture for the ARC.

Wow! A real heart pounder! I loved this book! It was very thrilling, it had intrigue, suspense, and lots of heart pounding moments! Lots of twists and turns!! Definitely some jaw dropping moments! I highly recommend reading this book! Its well worth the thrill! Lol it does have some gore to it so... I definitely enjoyed reading this book! Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for sharing this book with me!