Close Range by Shannon Baker is an intriguing thriller that will keep you on your toes until the very end.

The storyline was amazing and I flew through this book in one sitting. Kept me turning the pages late into the night.

Thank You NetGalley and Severn River Publishing for your generosity and gifting me a copy of this amazing eARC!

What a crazy ending to this great small town, everyone knows everyone, type of murder mystery. I love books like this where everyone has know everyone since birth, this one caught me off guard with the ending which I loved. I’m excited to see what’s next in this series.

Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this eARC.

Shannon Baker’s “Close Range” is the ninth book in the Kate Fox Mystery series, and it delivers a riveting tale that blends small-town charm with high-stakes suspense. Set in the seemingly tranquil Nebraska Sandhills, this novel plunges readers into a world where danger lurks behind familiar faces and secrets threaten to unravel the fabric of the community.

The story begins with the shocking death of attorney Garrett Haney, found electrocuted in what appears to be a tragic accident. However, Sheriff Kate Fox, with her keen instincts and unyielding determination, suspects foul play. As she delves deeper into the investigation, Kate uncovers a web of deceit and hidden darkness within the Haney family and their affluent associates.

Baker excels in creating a vivid and immersive setting, capturing the essence of the rural landscape and the tight-knit community. The characters are richly developed, with Kate Fox standing out as a resilient and relatable protagonist. Her personal connections to the case add layers of complexity and emotional depth, making her journey all the more compelling.

The narrative is expertly paced, with each chapter building tension and unveiling new twists. Baker’s writing is sharp and engaging, balancing moments of intense suspense with touches of dark humor. The themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the impact of buried secrets are explored with nuance, adding depth to the mystery.

“Close Range” is a masterful blend of character-driven storytelling and intricate plotting. It keeps readers guessing, with a climactic showdown that is thrilling and satisfying. Fans of the Kate Fox series will find this installment to be a standout, while newcomers will be drawn in by the gripping mystery and the strong, relatable heroine.

“Close Range” is a must-read for fans of mystery and crime fiction. Shannon Baker has crafted a compelling and atmospheric novel that will keep you hooked. Recommended for anyone looking for a suspenseful and emotionally resonant read.

Even though I jumped in this series on book 9 I had no problem following the story line.

Who knew small town could have so much deceit, mayhem and murder. Well this book gives you all of that and so much more. The twists, turns and constant questions will leave you wanting more.

I know I will be going back and reading the books before this one in this series now.

Close Range is the 9th book in the Kate Fox series by Shannon Baker. I really enjoyed this book, it was the first book that I have read by this author yet I had no problem following along with the story line. The book had enough twists and turns to keep it interesting and I would recommend it to others.

I received an ARC from NetGalley and Severn River Publishing, and I am leaving my review voluntarily.

Three and a half stars rounded up. When I requested Shannon Baker’s “Close Range” I did not realize it was book #9 in the Kate Fox series. The author does a good job of explaining relationships and some of the series’ past events, but it was hard for me at times to fully understand things. I imagine the readers who have read all of the books in the series will fare better.

This book involves the death of Garrett Haney, the brother of Kate’s best friend, Sarah. He’s found electrocuted and it’s not clear at first if it was an accident or murder. Kate is also facing a recall as Sheriff that was filed by her sister, Louise. As the book progresses, Kate works with the incoming Sheriff, Zoe, to figure out the circumstances around Garrett’s murder.

This book involved figuring out who murdered Garrett and why, but that storyline was, at times, more of an afterthought. The larger focus of the book was on Kate and the fallout around her recall. In particular, Kate needed to figure out where the next chapter in her life would be located and what she wanted to do.

Overall, I recommend this book. Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for my ARC.

I want to start with I have not read the series and jumped in with this starting at book 9. I do think if I read the previous books I’d have caught on faster with the many different characters. I thought the opening first few pages where gripping, and then I got lost with the many characters and trying to keep up with whose who. The main story line i enjoyed, and it has me wanting to go back to book one.

So I jumped into this series at the very end it appears. But honestly, even without having every characters backstory I was never lost while reading. And that’s a feat in itself. Now I feel like I need to read the previous novels to really get all of Kate Fox’s backstory.

This one involved shitty family dynamics, murder, mental illness galore, and lots of twists you don’t see coming.

I will say, I wish we got more of a backstory on Sheila the runaway mom, as to why she ran away and what led up to all of that. I feel like that story was left very unfinished. But I can still appreciate the ending when you find out who really was the murderer. Overall this was an appealing read. Thank you Net Galley and publishers for this ARC.

Danger hides behind the faces you know. In a small town shaken by tragedy, Kate Fox finds herself at the center of a deadly mystery that threatens those she loves. When attorney Garrett Haney is found electrocuted, it's quickly deemed an accident. But as Kate assists young Sheriff Zoe in the investigation, they uncover a tangled web of lies involving the Haney family and Garrett’s powerful clients! Good book! This book had suspense, intrigue, action, murder, mystery, a good who done it and a few twists and turns. The story was interesting! I definitely recommend reading this book! Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for sharing this book with me!

Close Range by Shannon Baker was a good mystery thriller that kept me entertained in the very end.it was a solid read.