This is apparently the third book in a series. However, I have not read the prior books, and this one did make sense, so it can be read as a standalone novel. There was enough suspense, as well as twists and turns, to keep the reader actively engaged. I appreciated the fact the suspense angle was more of the focus than the romance angle.

This is a typical DF trope. An ex in the form of heroine gets into some trouble and needs rescuing by the Hero who is in some form of law enforcement. There are bad guys galore presented to you throughout the story and one of them is always the culprit. The romance takes a back seat as the suspense is front and center so you never get any real romance or bonding between the MCs. It just wraps up in the last chapter with an ILY and HEA.

So if you know what to expect from this formula which is the writer’s signature, you won’t be disappointed. Otherwise don’t expect much romance.

Also, I hated that MCs were On-Again/ Off-Again for YEARS and dated OP in between. In the present, they have a 2 month baby boy that they share but I never felt any chemistry between them or any willingness for either one of them to make their relationship work.

The third book in the Saddle Ridge Justice series by Delores Fossen was intriguing at the very beginning! Lots of suspense and action all the way to the end. The story of Deputy Luca Vanetti and Legal consultant for the Texas Rangers Bree McCullough will not disappoint readers!

Bree and Luca were on and off forever. Well, the ON when her dad was killed produced baby boy. It's amazing how they are able to save everyone and figure out the bad guy(s) in a matter of a few days. (Sarcasm, but not meanly.) I did enjoy the twists in this one since you really didn't get a lot of clues. More intrigue than romance.