This book is third in the series and i read it as a stand alone. I’ll definitely be adding the other two to my TBR as i feel like i was missing some pieces, but reading it as a stand alone would be fine. It was so suspenseful and that kept me turning pages. I believe i even got goosebumps during certain parts (no spoilers). Definitely worth the read if you’re into thrillers!

Cold as Hell by Kelley Armstrong feels like a homecoming for fans of the Rockton series. Diving back into the lives of Casey, Dalton, and Anders was a thrill, as Armstrong continues to develop these beloved characters while breathing life into the newer additions to the series. The duplicity of Casey and Dalton's situation is handled masterfully, adding depth to their dynamic that kept me on edge. The story's pacing is perfect—fast enough to keep you hooked but never rushed. I found myself holding my breath with every chapter, utterly engrossed. I devoured this book in hours, leaving me eagerly anticipating what’s next for these characters. Armstrong has once again delivered a captivating read that fans will love.

Thanks to NetGalley for an ARC copy of “Cold as Hell” in exchange for an honest review.

I will start by saying that I love the Rockton/Havens Rock series and I am always anticipating the next installment. This certainly did not disappoint!

Casey is very pregnant with her and Eric’s first child, but unfortunately the remaining days before she gives birth are not going to be easy for her. A female resident at Haven’s Rock is drugged and nearly assaulted, and then another woman is murdered. Despite being quite physically limited, Casey is on top of the investigation until the very end

I love to see how the stories of each of the characters unfold as the series continues. Ican't wait to see what is in store for Casey and Eric as new parents in the wilderness!

*CRACK* That is the sound of Kelley Armstrong hitting it out of the ball park with Cold as Hell!!! This is how you do it! Cold as Hell is a gripping, intense, atmospheric, suspenseful, moving, and chilling page turner! Another fantastic addition to her Haven's Rock Series!!!!! I was fully invested in this book from the very first page and did not want to put this book down.

Haven's Rock is a haven/sanctuary deep in the Yukon. It is a place for people to disappear and start over. You must be willing to live in a beautiful yet isolated setting. Residents rely on the land, each other and Detective Casey Duncan and her husband, Sheriff Eric Dalton to keep them safe. Both are dedicated to their jobs and keeping the people of Haven's Rock safe. During a snowstorm, they find themselves searching for a sinister and vicious killer who has been taking women into the snow filled woods to kill them. Making things more difficult is that Casey is nearing the end of her pregnancy and trudging through the snow is not as easy as it once was.

I was blown away when I read the first book in this series, Murder at Haven's Rock, and devoured The Boy Who Cried Bear. Cold as Hell continues this amazing, atmospheric and beautifully written series. I love the characters of Casey and Eric. Both are strong, intelligent, tough, and devoted to keeping the residents of Haven's Rock safe. The supporting cast of characters are fantastic as well. The setting is also wonderful. I love the idea of an isolated town/sanctuary in the Yukon where people must be approved to live there.

I am drawn to books that are set in remote and snow-covered settings. I love the feeling of being isolated, battling the elements, and those around you. The Haven's Rock series fits the bill perfectly.

All the books in this series are oozing with a chilling atmosphere. With Armstrong's vivid descriptions, I can hear the crunch of snow under the characters’ feet, I can feel the chill in the air, and I can image the snowflakes as they fall.

Cold as Hell was full of tension, suspense, danger, and some heart pounding moments. This book kept me on my toes and turning the pages!

I highly recommend this series and as this book is the third book in the series, it will be easy to go back to start from the beginning. Having said that, I do feel that this book would work as a stand-alone novel, but readers will miss some backstories, and the character development of the characters.

Chilling, captivating, suspenseful, moving and wonderfully written!


Thank you to St. Martin's Press | Minotaur Books and NetGalley who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All the thoughts and opinions are my own.

Combine a mysterious death with second chances, a shot at a little redemption while living off the grid and Armstrong strikes gold once again in Haven's Rock.
Casey, the town's detective, along with with Eric, the town's sheriff, who also just happens to be her husband, are on the hunt for a killer who left his victim to freeze to death, naked and staked to the ground, in a heinous crime, just outside their Yukon wilderness town.
Haven's Rock is an off the grid town, built and populated through the generosity of a wealthy benefactor. The inhabitants are closely vetted before allowing them to move there and once there, they must live and abide by the rules of the town's charter. There are less than 100 pax and every one has a story in their past; the reason they were willing to give up the life they led and come here to live in this isolated, self sustaining community.
And now they have a murderer living among them.
Dealing with the how he/she managed to get into this community will have to come after they find the perpetrator.
Suspense abounds with non stop action and thrills as they follow the clues and search for the killer, hiding in plain sight, among their self sufficient village.
There just might be something to this whole "off the grid" idea.
Great writing Kelly Armstrong.
Can not wait to return to Haven's Rock again.

Thanks to NetGalley for an ARC copy of “Cold as Hell” in exchange for an honest review.

It’s always good to catch up with the crew from Haven’s Rock (and formerly Rockton). This time around, Casey is very pregnant with her and Eric’s child, but unfortunately the remaining days before she gives birth are not going to be peaceful ones. A female resident at Haven’s Rock is nearly assaulted, and then another woman is murdered. Despite being quite physically limited, Casey is on the case, once again investigating to see who is the latest threat to the community (definitely time to work on the vetting process!).

While the storylines.in the Haven’s Rock/Rockton series can feel a little repetitive at times (only so much variety of mayhem can occur out in the middle of the woods I guess) this continues to be an engaging, well-written group of characters that carries the series. I’m personally more intrigued to see how Casey and Eric adapt to parenting in the wilderness than the next threat lurking in the forest, but I’ll be back for more either way!

Four stars.

More stories about Haven's Rock. Casey and Eric are now starting a family. She continues her detective work despite her husband's concerns. One of the town's residents is drugged and every one feels unsafe....

Love Casey and Eric together. They are so good for each other. The mystery is good and the suspense sustains. Love the ending. A great mystery with a sweet romance.

Thanks to the publisher for the arc.

I Wanna thank NetGalley and St. Martins Press for this ARC in exchange for an honest review!

something with this one is just not interesting me in the slightest.. I’m not getting any chills or eerie feelings to this one and it’s a little slow and boring to get into.. not much else to say.. the writing was very fast paced and easy to get into but the plot wasn’t all that wow

Loved it!!! I’m loving these characters! Great book and series! They’re all stand alone but it’s a great series! This book had great suspense, intriguing, murder, mystery, a fantastic who done it, great characters and some crazy twists and turns! The story was very interesting and had me glued to my kindle! I highly recommend reading this book and series!! They’re well worth reading! Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for sharing this book with me! Can’t wait for more!!

I love the deeply flawed characters and the social experiment and the whole nine yards. This book is very much in line with the series — including Casey being an asshat and making dumb decisions. Also definitely had a believable plot line up until the end, which kept me on the edge of my seat.