One of things I look forward to when I pick up a Dani Pettrey book is her cast of characters. Whether they're a family or a team, she always draws me into the story through them. I love the dynamic we have in this series with two older brothers and a younger sister. Their backstory has really bonded them together. I enjoyed the fact that we had two cases going on at the same time with this one. I felt like it was a nice mix going back and forth between the two as neither overpowered the other. I've been to Albuquerque so it was great getting to see more of that area through the setting. As always, Dani's settings are as much a character as the people she puts there. I look forward to the next book!

"The sun dipped below the horizon, and soon darkness shrouded the land. Time to move. Heading around to the back of the building , he found a sliding door to her unit . Easy enough. He jimmied the lock and eased inside."

This first book in the Jeopardy Falls series is set in the Southwest. This series features three siblings that are working together as private investigators to solve challenging crimes. Forgery. An art heist. Corruption. And murder.

This book focuses on two parallel cases. One involves an insurance investigation, and one involves clearing the name of one falsely accused of crime. At least, it seems like the person is falsely accused. There are plenty of clues to try and solve both mysteries. Occasionally flipping back and forth was a bit challenging to follow. But overall, I enjoyed having two storylines.

With siblings running the show, one finds happy-ever-after with an unexpected person and the other two siblings seem to be headed that direction too. The romance aspect was not over the top, but it definitely played a role since this is a romantic suspense book. I can't wait to read the sequel.

I did read an early copy of this book through NetGalley. I wanted to read and review it. All opinions are my own.

Taunting riddles.
A deadly string of heists.
Two broken hearts trapped in a killer's game.

Dani Pettrey delivers a thrilling, mind-bending new release set in the deserts of New Mexico that captivated me from the very beginning. With immediate, intense action scenes and the taunting threat of danger lurking around every corner, readers will find themselves devouring the pages!

I enjoyed the premise and plot built around precious artifact heists. It was new, exciting and presented in a high-stakes way that kept me invested in this story. The many twists, turns and surprises kept me guessing and intrigued.

Both Christian and Andi are fantastic main characters with broken pasts that they have overcome, making them relatable and enjoyable. Like her previous books, Pettrey has built a team of friends and family around them with unique specialties that each lend a unique quality to this story. I love how down-to-earth the characters were and the romances blossoming in this story were perfectly swoon-worthy with several great scenes!

Overall, this was an exciting read that offered an interesting look into the world of heists and FBI evidence logging. If you love stories with suspense, romance, a strong faith thread and daring, capable characters, you'll love this novel!

*I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. All thoughts are my own and I was not required, or encouraged, to write a positive review.

4.5 stars

One of the things I always love so much about Dani Pettrey’s books is the team/family bond that her characters have. Whether it’s the McKennas from her Alaskan Courage series or the law enforcement friends in the Chesapeake Valor books or the CGIS team in the Coastal Guardians series, her characters have each other’s backs and have fun together, even in the midst of stressful situations. This never fails to put a smile on my face AND keep me coming back for more time with these friends/family/teams that I quickly grow to love.

Now Pettrey has introduced us to the Jeopardy Falls crew of private investigators & security specialists (made up of the Macleod siblings and a close family friend), and I can already tell that these characters will be another strong team who isn’t afraid to joke around but takes their jobs – and their relationships – very seriously. I loved the dynamics between brothers Christian & Deck as well as their kid sister Riley and their mentor Greyson (who seems to be harboring some secret feelings for Riley – oh the romantic possibilities!!!). Christian’s kindness to Andi, his belief in her innocence, and his brokenness over past mistakes endeared him to me right away. The addition of former FBI analyst-turned-insurance-investigator Andi and her best friend Harper (still with FBI forensics) is a good one that synced well with the Macleod personalities and skill sets. Andi is a great character who has been dealt a bad hand, and I really enjoyed getting to know her and watching her & Christian fall for each other. I loved Harper too (though I think Riley will end up being my favorite female of the bunch… a close call though), and I’m all a’swoon with the sparks between Harper and Deck that promise to develop into more in a future book.

On the surface, One Wrong Move seems to be about a cleverly-orchestrated art heist. And it is. But it’s also so much more than that. Their investigation is layered and multi-dimensional and it takes them down paths and to suspects that I wasn’t initially expecting. What began with art heists escalates to something even more dangerous as Christian & Andi follow their suspicions & leads around New Mexico. Along with the immediate case demanding Christian & Andi’s attention, Deck and Harper also have their own separate pursuit involving the case that ended Andi’s FBI career. I was solidly invested in both investigations, eagerly turning the pages as my mind whirred with suspects and clues, my heart staying near my throat as these characters I immediately loved had to dodge bullets and threats and other pulse-racing attempts on their lives.

Bottom Line: Swoony romance. High-stakes suspense. Compelling characters. Dani Pettrey’s newest novel One Wrong Move has all the right moves when it comes to an engaging story that keeps you on the edge of your seat. Meaningful explorations of redemption and forgiveness occur naturally within the plot, adding to the character layers without feeling forced or distracting from the story. I was already excited about this series but reading One Wrong Move made me even more eager for the books to come – I can’t wait to catch up with the characters again and see what else Pettrey has up her sleeve for them to investigate.

(I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book)

In One Wrong Move, Christian and Andi find themselves drawn into a dangerous race against the clock as a criminal draws them into his games. Christian was raised by con artist parents and pulled into a life of crime, but, as an adult, he diverts his talents to working with the good guys as a talented security expert and private investigator. Andi was an FBI analyst until one of her colleagues destroyed her career, and she now finds herself as an insurance investigator. They both get called to a suspicious jewelry store break-in, not realizing how much bigger the web is that they’ve fallen into.

Riddles? Heists? Danger? Yes, yes, yes. One Wrong Move provided the great adrenaline-filled suspense scenes that I love about this genre! I was invested from the opening scenes and I loved the author’s choice in POVs.

Thank you to Bethany House for a complimentary copy. All thoughts are my own.

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This first book in this series is a winner for sure. I loved and enjoyed It immensely. It was like reading two different suspense thrillers with romance added in. We have a couple working together for the insurance company for art gallery heists at three different stores that have artifacts of great value. Andi is the one that is the fraud insurance investigator who was let go of her last job as an FBI analyst because they said she botched the evidence. She knows she was set up and that she is innocent. She did the right thing but someone intervened after she got the DNA and the different evidence. There is no way she can prove that she is innocent because she is no longer there…..The brother of the security guy, Christian, who she is working with now is the very one who had evidence to prove her guilty. But now as a request from her best friend to reinvestigate and he is no longer directly involved, Deckard reluctantly agrees to reinvestigate and see if there were any loopholes that he missed, although he does not believe that there is any but to his surprise…. wow you must get this book to read all that unfolds you will certainly enjoy it like I did… Thanks to the publisher for an early copy and I am happy to leave my review.

One Wrong Move by Dani Pettrey

Mini Review:

This is my second christian romantic suspense novel this year and the first by this author. I absolutely loved this book. It has all the aspects of a great story suspense, mystery, & romance.
I loved the main characters Christian and Andi. They both have things in their past to keep them from wanting to be in a relationship or fall in love. The suspense begins quickly in the book and you better hold onto your hats because everytime you think the characters have caught a break or can catch their breath something new happens. This book has multiple points of view and it did take me a bit to get used to. The story wrapped up nicely and the mystery was solved but there is so much more story to be told in the town of Jeopardy Falls. I fell in love with the town and the people in it. I really hope the author continues with a romance for Christian’s brother and sister.
Things I loved:
*One mystery turned into two & and their was plenty of action
*Andi and Christian’s faith
*the multiple point of view (although it took me getting used to it really worked for this book)
*Christian and Andi first date was so cute
*strong female characters although the men in their lives were definitely protective they also knew the women could handle themselves.
*their trust and faith in God when times got tough they turned to him

This is the first in the series, with multiple points of view, full of romance and suspense.

One Wrong Move by Dani Pettrey is the first book in the Jefferson Falls series. And if you are a fan of Pettrey’s novels, you know she delivers fantastic suspense mixed with romance. One Wrong Move is a complex story, featuring two mysteries for readers to unravel.

First, Christian O’Brady meets insurance investigator Andi Forester at a crime scene…a heist! Stolen artwork and heists are Andi’s forte and Christian was the man responsible for the security system at the art gallery. They team up and soon learn that someone is willing to take extreme measures to keep them from investigating. In a separate mystery (not even a subplot, but another completely separate investigation), FBI Analyst Harper Grace sets out to prove that her bestie Andi didn’t botch an investigation, an event that ruined Andi’s career with the FBI. She teams up with Christian’s brother, Deckard, who is a PI who thought Andi was guilty of negligence. They pair up and become a target as someone doesn’t want them to learn the truth of what really happened.

I love the two mysteries. Usually one becomes a subplot, but the author gives equal amount of time to both mysteries and readers get to see the romance sparks for both Christian/Andi and Deckard/Harper. If you love mysteries with lots of red herrings, you’ll love One Wrong Move. There are a lot of suspects with plenty of intriguing characters to choose from. Plus, the romance plays out really well in this story, with all of the characters having secret pasts of their own.

This is an exciting start to the series! Definitely check it out if you are a fan of romantic suspense.

I received an ebook review copy of this book through NetGalley. All opinions expressed in this review are my own

Romantic suspense, a race against time, and wonderful elements of faith. So much to love!
Full review to come.

I know it’s not everyone’s cup of tea, but I really do enjoy a good faith based novel. When I spotted One Wrong Move by Dani Pettrey was available to request on Netgalley, I jumped on the chance.

The Good:
Dani always writes a fun story. She takes you to these real places with these fictional characters and makes you want to go there. One Wrong Move started off with a bang and didn’t stop till you reached the end. I was on the edge of my seat curious where each new chapter would take us. I knew what I was getting going into it and sometimes a good clean read is just what one needs. Again, not for everyone, but I certainly enjoy it.

That said, I did find a few things that bugged me a wee bit. Little things like minor inconsistencies and small details left unsaid at the end that would have tied things up in a neat little bow.

The Mentionable:
Even a faith based book have trigger warnings, and those included in this book are:
Strangulation, suggested drowning, someone falls to their death, gun violence, fist violence, car accident, stabbing, murder

I will definitely be continuing Dani’s adventures in Jeopardy Falls, and I look forward to seeing where she takes all of these characters in the future.

Special thank you to Netgalley, Dani Pettrey and Bethany House Publishers for the gifted e-Arc
All thoughts and opinions are my own.

This author writes amazing suspense mystery books. This one was no exception - it was fantastic. So glad I read it and will definitely be telling my friends about this one and how they have to read it too. Love this author and love her books.

ONE WRONG MOVE IS WRITTEN BY DANI PETTREY. THIS IS THE FIRST BOOK IN THE JEOPARDY FALLS SERIES. THIS BOOK STARTS OFF WITH ACTION AND SUSPENSE AND DOES NOT LET UP THROUGHOUT THE WHOLE BOOK.


ANDI FORESTER LOST HER CAREER AS A FBI ANALYST. SOMEONE FRAMES HER IN REGARDS TO SOME BOTCHED EVIDENCE. SHE’S CHANGED HER FIRST NAME AND IS WORKING AS AN INSURANCE INVESTIGATOR. SHE IS CALLED INTO A STRING OF GALLERY HEISTS. THE OWNER, WHO IS VERY ECCENTRIC HAD ALL OF HIS GALLERIES BROKEN INTO. THE THIEVES KNEW WHAT THEY WERE AFTER. THEY EVEN BYPASSED THE ALARM THAT CHRISTIAN O’BRADY PUT IN.

CHRISTIAN HAS A CHECKERED PAST. HE COMES FROM A FAMILY OF CON ARTISTS. HE WANTS TO RIGHT THE WRONGS OF HIS FAMILY. CHRISTIAN DOESN’T JUDGE AT FIRST MEETING. EVEN WHEN HE FINDS OUT ABOUT ANDI AND THE FBI BOTCH. HE BELIEVES HER AND ENCOURAGES HER TO LOOK MORE INTO IT.

THE TWO CHARACTERS MAKE A GREAT TEAM. HOWEVER IT BECOMES APPARENT VERY SOON THAT SOMEONE DOESN’T WANT THEM TO BE ON THE CASE. THEY BECOME TARGETS AND HAVE TO WORK TOGETHER TO TRY AND STAY ALIVE. I REALLY THINK I SUSPECTED EVERYONE IN THIS STORY.

THIS BOOK IS CHOCK FULL OF ACTION, SUSPENSE, MYSTERY, ROMANCE AND SO MUCH MORE. I AM SO EXCITED FOR THIS SERIES. THANK YOU TO THE AUTHOR, PUBLISHER AND PARTNERS IN CRIME BOOK TOURS FOR ALLOWING ME TO READ A COPY OF THIS BOOK. ALL THOUGHTS ARE MY OWN.

I think my favorite thing about this very enjoyable Christian suspense novel is the strong, endearing cast of characters. Dani Pettrey weaves intrigue, faith, redemption and growing relationships smoothly into a plot that twists and turns as it moves toward resolution of two different cases in this fast paced story. The book captured my attention very quickly and the action and suspense held it easily. I look forward to more books in this series with these great characters.
Thank you to NetGalley and Bethany House publishers for the opportunity to read for my honest review.

Author Dani Pettrey is one of my favorites in the romantic suspense/Christian fiction genre. I've loved reading her books over the years. I know exactly what type of book I'm going to get every time and that's what keeps me coming back for more.

This is the beginning of a new series and this story really sets up all the players in not only this book but books to come. At first all the people were overwhelming. I had a harder time keeping them straight and I kept wondering if I had missed something from a previous book that would have helped me know all these people and who were but as the story progressed I settled in and became more comfortable.

The backstory for both Andi and Christian unfolded bit by bit and I loved getting to know them and understand them more intimately. The past and the present kept colliding as the two of them tried to solve mysteries and stay alive. It was dangerous, exciting and engaging. I was pulled in and by the end of the book, I couldn't read fast enough. I just had to know it all! Some things were resolved but other things were left open for future books. That has me really excited for what's to come!! Oh, and I love the cover for this book! I think it's so cool.

Content: peril, violence, mention of death and murder, kissing. Christian fiction so mention of God, praying, faith.

- I received a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions expressed are my own.

I absolutely loved this book! Such a great start to the series! I could not put it down once I started reading! Loved the action, the suspense and the romance. The characters became so real on the pages. I'm looking forward to book 2!

3.5 stars Dani Petry’s One Wrong Move has a strong suspense plot, which I enjoyed. I especially like a heist story, so this book was a great fit in that regard. There is also a definite faith element woven throughout, which worked. For me, the romance plotline was too heavy, but for those who enjoy a hefty dose of romance to their suspense books, it will likely satisfy. I did find it a little hectic with many characters to keep track of: 3 siblings and their 3 sidekicks, as well as the villains. Overall, a good start to a new series!

Thanks go to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read an advance copy of this book in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.

Dani Pettrey brings us a new series with twists, mystery and new characters.
I enjoyed the fact that this series features a family as the hub of a private investigation service.
I don't see as many of those in the romantic suspense genre and I am definitely intrigued with what will come next in the series.
The book starts out and quickly pulls you into the lives of these new characters and into the mystery surrounding an art heist.
Stakes are raised quickly and the plot doesn't let up until the end.
The romance part of the romantic suspense developed quickly. I liked that the characters had discussions about their pasts and didn't deceive each other.
Fans of NCIS type shows will appreciate the rapid pace of the plot and the sense of comradery between the teammates.

Overall, this was a well-written suspenseful, engaging mystery/romance. Both Andi and Christian had interesting back stories, the extent of which emerges as the story develops, providing depth to their characters. They both have secrets and, despite the obvious mutual attraction, they are hesitant to let their guards down. They also both share strong religious faith, which helps bring them together. On the mystery side, both the main plot and sub-plot were interesting and unique, with a fair share of twists and turns. For the most part, the book was nicely paced, with tension building in the second half; however, in this reader’s opinion, inserting prayers in the middle of the action detracted from the flow. As their frequency increased, I found myself skipping over them (they were in italics) – I would have preferred fewer such interruptions. That said, I liked the book and would wholeheartedly recommend it to fans of Christian fiction.

FTC disclosure: I received an advance review copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley. This has not affected the content of my review.

If you like romance and suspense together, this is your kind of book! Of the 6 main characters, there's A definite romance between 2 of them, and possibilities with the others. Good plot. Complicated mystery, but not overly so. Great ending!
Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the advance e-copy of this book. All opinions expressed are entirely my own.