Haven’t read anything from this author before but I was intrigued by the description of the storyline. I ended up really loving the story. I liked smooth the sorry went, and how it really set the tone. While I was reading I thought it dragged on, but no it’s just because I couldn’t read fast enough!

I read this on my kindle, I did get confused sometimes about who’s talking when it was a one on one conversation. There were some times when i wasn’t sure who was reacting or who was talking. But I figured it out and it was great. I have already recommended this book to a few of my co-workers. I'm going to TBR some other Nora Roberts books now! Thank you for this ARC.

Nora Roberts never disappoints! This book as everything from suspsence, romance and everything in between. This story starts off with Morgan starting her own life and trying to settle down some roots after moving around all her life as an Army brat. Things turn for the worse when she meets Luke who turns her life upside down!
The next phase of the book shows Morgan trying to get her life back in order and deal with the outcome of Luke's existence in her life and how she falls in love even after everything that has happened.

Nora Roberts has a way to bring the characters to life and have them evolve throughout the story that is just timeless. She make them relatable and makes you want to keep turning the pages.

Make sure you pick up this book as soon as it hits the shelves, you will NOT be disappointed. Thank you NetGalley for the ARC in return for an honest review.

I love the characters in this book. Morgan gets her identity stolen from a romantic interest that has more of a deadly interest in her. She ends up back with her mom and grandmother where she has to find her identity again. A good read.

This was a fantastic read! The love story was such a great build, and I really enjoyed the family dynamics. At points early on, I got lost as to who was who but their voices got stronger as I read on. The devastation of what the villain did was excellently explored, as was his breakdown near the end. Morgan was a fantastic character, and I loved the way her relationship built with Miles. But I loved more the moments she was sad, because she was still strong but needed time to grieve.

Identity is a typical Nora Roberts book....a great way to spend my reading time, with characters that are interesting and a plot that is easy to fall into.

Morgan is trying to escape a serial killer who has stolen her identity, murdered her best friend, ruined her credit, stolen her money and has forced her to move in with her mother and grandmother.

Slowly rising from the depths of despair because of this she finds a new relationship with her family, learns to trust again in a budding relationship with Miles, and starts the career she has dreamed about in a fresh start in Vermont.

The plot moves quickly and gives a satisfying ending.

You won't be disappointed in this book by Ms. Roberts.

Identity is a classic Nora Roberts romance/suspense story that will keep you thoroughly engaged. The focus of the story is on Morgan Albright who is a young woman who is working hard to achieve the American dream. She longs for stability and roots after spending her childhood moving from place to place. Morgan works two jobs and is saving her money to renovate her home and hopefully open her own bar one day. All of this is put at risk when her identity is stolen during a home robbery that ends tragically. After losing almost everything, Morgan moves to Vermont to live with her mother and grandmother whom she refers to as "the ladies". In Vermont, Morgan starts to move on as she finds family that supports her, a new job and possibly a new romance. The only hitch is that that the monster who stole her identity is obsessed with the "one who got away" and is taunting Morgan as he bides his time until he can finish what he started. I thoroughly enjoyed this book!

It's been a long while since I've read a Nora Roberts novel and I can say this one did not disappoint! It is filled with highs, lows, and take your breath away moments. The storyline, about stolen identities is curret, yet fresh in it's telling. The novel reveals the thoughts and processes not only the victim goes through, but also the perpetrator. It's telling how one gets stronger and the other spirals into weakness. My only concern would be the lack of emotion in some of the characters, and yet, that makes them exactly who they should be. It's good read.

What a story.
I could so relate to Morgan in so many ways, moving around a lot when younger, having a goal and being fixated on it. When she becomes a victim of identity theft, I could relate. Been there... Fortunately my roommate was not murdered.
Finally at rock bottom and having to start again by moving home. Fortunately for her, she had a fantastic support system.
Miles is grumpy and unsociable, but has a large tight family. He can't help but notice the new bar manager, but he has a rule about mixing it up with employees.
When the FBI shows up to warn Morgan about her friends killer, it's all hands on deck at both work and town.
Working together brings Miles and Morgan closer.
Watching the killer slowly unravel was fascinating.
The romance with suspense was riviting. I couldn't put this book down.
Thank you to Net Galley for the advanced copy.

Absolutely gripping, I loved this book. Morgan grows so much during the books and becomes such a strong character not just because she has to but also because of the other characters in the book. Miles is the perfect blend of broody and sweet he is perfect for her. I truly enjoyed the storyline and all the twists and turns in it as well as the humor, and the drama it is definitely worth the read.

Nora had done it again! This book is amazing! It's the kind that sticks with you long after you finish reading it.
Our heroine is living a normal life. She has modest plans for her future and is working hard to accomplish them. Then one day a guy walks into the bar where she works and everything changes.
Soon her best friend is dead, and her own identity has been stolen. She loses her home, her job, her car, and her credit rating is gone.
But the FBI sees this as the first break in their case to find a guy they have been chasing for years.
Our heroine moves back home with her mother and grandmother. Her life changes again, but our villain has given up on the one that got away.
A great big thankyou to #netgalley and #St.Martin'sPress and #macmillan publishers!

There’s a reason why Nora Roberts is as famous as she is. She writes a story that is full of emotion, grabs you from the beginning and won’t let you go. She twists your emotions, letting you think everything will be okay—then it’s not. Yes, as many will say, her POV is all over the place, and yet, the writing is so intense that you don’t notice it most of the time. You just keep reading.

In this book, we are taken on a rollercoaster ride with Morgan Albright. She’s an army brat who never really put down roots, until now. She has a house in a nice neighborhood near Baltimore and she and her best friend/roommate Nina work hard to make their place one that works for them. She’s never had a serious relationship—she’s never had time. But when handsome IT guy Luke chats her up, she makes time.

Then everything goes wrong. It turns out Luke isn’t what he says he is. He’s a con artist named Gavin and serial killer. But he missed with Morgan, killing Nina instead. Morgan becomes the one who got away, and he can’t have that.

Meanwhile, Morgan has lost everything—her savings, her car, her home, her best friend and is forced to move in with her mother and grandmother in a small town in Vermont. She gets a new job and settles into life…but the specter of Luke/Gavin hangs over her. Even when she falls for a new guy, Miles, Gavin is still out there. Still after her.

This is an intense story. The author gives us plenty of breaks to show us how Morgan’s new life is shaping up—then brings Gavin in again just to let us know he’s still on the hunt and things aren’t as rosy as we want to believe.
But this is a romance so you know it all works out in the end…but getting there isn’t easy!

Recommendation: Definitely pick this book up! You won’t be disappointed. There’s romance, there’s suspense, there’s a HEA that satisfies. Nora Roberts does it again. And we love her for what she does so well.

Disclaimer: I received a final and/or advanced reader copy of this book with the hope that I will leave my unbiased opinion. I was not required to leave a review, positive or otherwise, and my opinions are just that… My Opinions. I am posting this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising”

Identity is a mystery, a thriller and a romance all wrapped up in one book.
I loved it! It was so well written and engaged me the whole way through. Keeping me up late when I should be sleeping.
I loved how Morgan was able to rebuild herself and how focused she is. She's such a good role model.
The family that she has and the family that she makes is also such an integral part of who she is and what makes her a stronger person.
Definitely worth your time to read.

Former Army brat Morgan Bright has a plan - to put down roots and own her own bar. She's been seeing Luke, an IT guy who she met at her bar tending job. Unfortunately, Luke is a con man who steals her identity, her savings and murders her roommate.
The FBI enters the picture - Luke, real name Gavin Rozwell, is a serial con man and murderer. Morgan was the one who was supposed to die - her roommate was just in the wrong place at the wrong time.

With nothing left to tie her to the place, she decides to move to Vermont where her mother and grandmother live. While Morgan begins to rebuild her life working for a family resort run by the Jameson family, she is aware that she will not be safe until Rozwell is caught.

Another great romantic suspense novel from Nora Roberts.
#NetGalley #StMartins #NetGalley

An evocative thriller with a bone-chilling psychological narrative, and a slow burn romance that gave the perfect amount of spice!

This was my first Nora Roberts read, and I was not disappointed. I wasn’t sure what I thought of her dialogue/inner monologue at first, but she completely hooked me after the first chapter where she switched to the killers point of view. Roberts places you directly inside the mind of a psychopath, a narcissist, and what fuels someone like that to kill. It’s a terrifyingly accurate depiction, and very well done at that.

On the other side of the story, I adored the small town vibes and the family dynamic of the Jameson’s; their loyalty and successful, generational business. A family anyone would be proud to be a part of. Same with the mother-daughter relationships between Morgan and her mother and grandmother. These are characters you’ll fall in love with immediately, and the lives they live together.

Morgan, our main character, is one of strength, perseverance, and the courage to start over despite the odds stacked against her. You will be rooting for her the entire time!

Then of course there’s the romance between Miles and Morgan - a strong emotional connection with just enough spice to keep things interesting! I was absolutely obsessed with their storyline and his character in general.

This was a fantastic read that won’t be my last from Nora Roberts! I’d highly recommend!

Morgan Albright has always dreamed of putting down roots. Having grown up in a military family, she never really had the opportunity to settle in or make friends. Even after her parents divorced, her mother was always on the hunt for something better, moving her and her daughter from place to place.

As an adult, Morgan works two jobs so she can realize her dream once and for all--a permanent home where she can settle in, make friends, and make memories. She buys a fixer upper and uses her connections at the construction company where she works to learn how to make much needed repairs and updates. Her roommate, Nina, works at a garden center, and helps Morgan create an outdoor space they can both enjoy.

Everything is going according plan. So much so that when Morgan meets a seemingly nice guy, she is finally willing, with Nina's prompting, to see him socially. But things are not always as they appear to be and what happens next is going to keep you on the edge of your seat and turning pages. Morgan's life is forever changed and the reader is right there with her. Nora Roberts has once again written a thriller with twists and turns that will keep readers guessing and characters that readers will root for.

Publication date: May 23, 2023.
Thank you to St. Martin's Press and NetGalley for this ARC.

I have read every book that Ms Roberts has written (this includes books by J. D. Robb) and this is probably one of the best. It includes suspense, romance, and family ties. Morgan and Miles were one of my favorite couples. They weren’t your typical sappy lovers but both had their heads on straight and handled any problems with a straight, forthright manner. The secondary characters were just as enthralling and the family dynamics in both the Nash and the Jameson families were something to strive for. This was one of the best individual books that Ms Robert’s has written, as we know that any of her series can’t be beat!

This was so good! I absolutely love Morgan’s character. Strong, smart woman who doesn’t take sh** from anyone and doesn’t let a serial killer take everything. I want to stay at that resort and dine in that restaurant and then drink at that bar! Sounds so lovely.

A solid 4 stars for Nora Roberts' latest book. Morgan finds herself needing to move back home to Vermont to live with her mom and grandmother. Identity mixes Nora Roberts' ability to write a wonderful mystery with a wonderful romance while showing Morgan's strength. This is one of my favorites and reminds me a lot of Shelter in Place. Do yourself a favor and don't read much about this book before you read it. I would have liked the element of surprise in the first part of the book.

Huge fan of Nora's books and this one did not disappoint! Identity is a romantic suspense thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat but enjoying the "life goes on" moments while you're waiting for the final showdown. The sense of family unity and beautiful areas portrayed in this story made me want to abandon my life and live inside the book. It never fails! Most of her books make me feel this way. It's classic Nora Roberts style. She is immensely skilled at writing a good, heartfelt story and characters that you can't help but love. I could not put this book down! I was mesmerized. Another great read by Nora!!

Thank you to the author, St. Martins Press and NetGalley for allowing me digital access in exchange for my honest opinion!

Having never read a book written by Nora Roberts, I expected it to be a love story and wondered why it was classified as a mystery/thriller. With that thought, I was not at all disappointed - it is indeed a love story despite the plethora of murders and a pursuit by two intelligent FBI agents. The story details the importance of family and a respect for strong women in both normal and less than ideal circumstances.

Despite this novel better described as women’s fiction and my ability to predict what was going to occur, I enjoyed reading this fairly well written novel and thank NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for the opportunity to read and review this book prior to publication.