I have liked every book I’ve read by Sandra Brown so far!
Murder and romance?!
What more could you ask for!!

In Sandra Brown’s upcoming Blood Moon, New York City television producer, Beth, is hoping to talk to one of the skeptical detectives of a recent disappearance case in Louisiana about new information she’s uncovered that could link it to three other similar disappearances in other states. Detective John Bowie hasn’t released his frustration and determination that the wrong person was collared, leading the suspect to commit suicide while in police custody. Working together against time, John and Beth attempt to find the real culprit before the next blood moon.

Here’s what you’re going to get from this thriller: the Sandra Brown fare you expect - corruption, steamy sexual chemistry between the main characters, a flawed hero who is just trying to right the wrongs of the past, and a heat racing conclusion that will make it hard to put down no matter how late the hour. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Thank you to NetGalley and Grand Central Publishing for the advanced copy. Opinions expressed are my own. This book will be published on March 4, 2025.

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A bizarre story with some fanatical views! Embittered Detective John Bowie and ambitious TV producer Beth Collins are on a race against the clock to solve a mystery and prevent another incident from happening. Along the way things heat up between the two. They also learn things are not as they seem.

Brown is a prolific writers but I’ve only read a handful of her books.. However, I’ve always enjoyed what I’ve read and this is no exception.

There’s a good mystery involving kidnapped girls, corrupt police officers, a petulant teen, a good southern boy detective and an east coast true crime news professional.

It all adds up to a fast paced, entertaining read with a dash of sexy.

I have followed Sandra Brown's literary career and have enjoyed her growth over the years from a romance writer to a superb suspense author. Blood Moon kept me reading as the characters sought to find the truth behind missing girls during a blood moon. As I have grown older, I often find that, not just with Sandra, authors have written in very descriptive sexual scenes which are not necessary to the story. I recommend this title's ability to build suspense and mystery while including good characters.

This was classic Sandra Brown but I didn't have the "gasp" moment I normally do when I read her books. The capture was so anticlimactic, i kept waiting for another shoe to drop. I did enjoy the chemistry between the two leads. A lot of good elements were in this book and I would recommend as a read but not as a page turner.

I have read all of Sandra Brown’s books and have loved them all, I was excited to read Blood Moon, her latest and was not disappointed. This was a great romantic thriller that had plenty of twists and I couldn’t put it down. Thanks to Netgalley for my arc.

I have a mixed experience with Sandra Brown — I really liked her last novel “Out of Nowhere,” but the one before it, “Overkill” wasn’t my cup of tea. I don’t recognize a particular style of hers (beyond interesting plots). Author Brown has been writing since 1981 and is credited with nearly 80 books. She’s been coy about whether co-authors are assisting. For “Blood Moon” I clearly had the vibe that it was written by a man. Either that or the author is *really* identifying with the psyche of a horny middle aged police detective (“she came and came and came….”) The serial killer mystery was enjoyable, but the immediate sexual attraction between the two main characters with a significant age disparity (detective John Bowie and TV producer Beth Collins) was never believable and, in audiobook form, sounded lascivious and awkward. Instead of moving the plot along, grumpy Bowie is distracted by the “half-moon shadows of her [Beth’s] breasts” rather than trying to prove Beth’s theory that there are other murders connected to one of Bowie’s old cases, which all occurred under consecutive blood moons. Like, just, ugh.

I had the opportunity to preview both the book and the audiobook read by Kyf Brewer. Brewer is a great narrator and put the emotion that was necessary into “Blood Moon.” Initially, it hard to tell who was talking when John and Beth were conversing (I’d really prefer a male and a female narrator in all audiobooks), but that was more the fault of the author who goes long stretches of closed quote paragraphs, where, even when reading it, you lose track of who is talking without an occasional “he said” or “she said.” Eventually, I came to prefer Brewer’s narration over the ebook. The plot was interesting enough to keep me engaged to the end. 3 stars for the book (get rid of Bowie’s sexual fantasies that were marginally requited by Beth), and 4 stars for the audio narration.

Literary Pet Peeve Checklist:
Green Eyes (only 2% of the real world, yet it seems like 90% of all fictional females): NO Gray, brown and some impossible “smoky topaz” eyes, but no green ones.
Horticultural Faux Pas (plants out of season or growing zones, like daffodils in autumn or bougainvillea in Alaska): NO The local swamp gets adequately described with its cypresses, live oaks, and Spanish moss.

Thank you to Grand Central Publishing, Hachette Audio and NetGalley for an advanced copies!

Standard Sandra Brown fare, which I like because I know it will be a dependable read. It is still always weird to me to have romance mixed with murder, but that's life, baby. Thanks to Netgalley for the free advanced copy in exchange for an honest review

There are authors that you depend on. The ones that you know when you pick up their books that you will read a good story. Ones with well rounded characters, plots that keeps you entertained and in the moment and leaves you at the end satisfied with the ending. And Sandra Brown is one of those authors. And Blood Moon is one of those books. It's dependable. It's well written. And some days those are the kind of books you need.

There’s a murder that has been solved but they don’t have the right person and this case has been bothering the detective for more than three years. New developments come to light with Beth from the TV shows talking about the girl’s murder. As they piece together what might have happened they involve more police departments around the south. This is a great book which will keep you guessing until the end.

As always Sandra Brown delivered.

I loved John and Mitch and how Beth
was a tough female character.

The Blood Moon was an interesting take on this murder
mystery. The story flowed and there was never a dull
moment.

You definitely want to read this story whether you are a Sandra Brown fan or not.
I have been a fan for over 30 years.

Sandra Brown does it again. She’s always dependable for a good time. Thanks for making this available today.

I have read several books by Sandra Brown, and she consistently delivers captivating narratives. Her novels are characterized by their rapid pacing and thrilling action. "Blood Mood" unfolds in the rural landscapes of Louisiana, where John Bowie, a disillusioned cop, grapples with the aftermath of a young girl's kidnapping and murder that was mishandled three years earlier. Meanwhile, Beth Collins, a young television producer from New York City, arrives in Louisiana to create a documentary about the tragic event. Initially, John is reluctant to engage in her project. However, as circumstances unfold, they join forces on a perilous journey to uncover the true killer. They face corrupt law enforcement and the dark secrets hidden within Louisiana’s swamps. I was eager to see how the story would resolve. Be sure to add this to your to-be-read list!

Thank you to NetGalley and Grand Central Publishing for this ARC.
John Bowie was not happy with the investigation into the disappearance of a young woman. Beth Collin’s is the producer for a true crime series that produced an episode about that disappearance. Together they look for answers while putting their own lives in danger. Sandra Brown does excellent characterization in all of her books, this one included. The suspense and the romance keep the book moving at a nice pace.

Once I cracked open this book, I could not stop reading. I can see why this author is so highly regarded and rated. From the opening paragraph, I was riveted and powered through this one on a cold, dreary Saturday. What a perfect choice!

The characters jump off the pages with the vivid descriptions and action. The two main characters collide and the tension is both contentious and steamy. You know they are going to work perfectly together and they did. They are complex and determined. Simply Awesome.

This author has honed her craft masterfully and the reader is captivated with her intense situations and highly detailed plot that keeps pulling you in. The murder mystery is completely believable and reads like a true crime news story.

Blood Moon is definitely one you need to be anticipating! Addictive, intense, and sexy!

This was such a good book. I absolutely enjoyed it and look forward to reading other books by this author in the future. Great writing and wonderful storyline.

Blood Moon by Sandra Brown is a romantic thriller and suspense-filled in true Sandra Brown fashion. I enjoyed both the suspense and the romantic buildup. The characters were interesting and character development was great. The twists were well done and the story was wrapped up nicely. A good read overall.
Thank you, Netgalley and Grand Central Publishing, for giving me the ARC. All opinions expressed are mine.

Excellent story! I loved this book. John Bowie was a really interesting character who didn't want to let anyone in. He couldn't resist Beth though! I loved that this was a cop thriller along with a romance!

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for allowing me to read this arc in exchange for an honest review!

I thought this was a very good suspense! I do like Sandra Brown, I think her books are easy, exciting, quick reads. The characters had very good development and definitely made you like them or hate them. I recommend!!

Thank you to NetGalley and Grand Central Publishing for giving me this ARC in exchange for my honest review.