An uneasy alliance between a PI and a lawyer as they investigate what looks like a relatively straightforward estate settlement turns into a romance as the two unravel a mystery spanning decades. This is a stunning debut from a lawyer turned author. Hopefully, we will be hearing much more from this writer.

Jayna Breigh's, The Hunted Heir, is a captivating blend of romance and legal drama that keeps readers engaged from start to finish. The story follows private investigator Nona Taylor and attorney DeMarcus Johnson as they navigate a complex inheritance case, leading to unexpected twists and a compelling partnership. Breigh's background as a retired attorney enriches the narrative with authentic legal intricacies, adding depth to the plot. This suspense-filled mystery is a delightful read that promises both intrigue and heartfelt moments.

The Hunted Heir by Jayna Breigh was a wonderful read. Lots of drama and action with a little romance thrown in all without strong language, violence, and sex.

The main character, Nona Taylor, is a private investigator that has just lost her last client. It is New Year's eve and she is heading to the church for the Watch Night service. Her heart is heavy with grief and guilt for something that happened ten years ago. Nona ends up sitting next to a man, DeMarcus Johnson, that has promised his G'Mama to attend church once a year. And from that brief meeting their lives become entangled as they help each other with a project that will dictate the next level in their life.

There is also two supporting senior cast members of Pastor Grant who helps Nona learn forgiveness as she helps him to discover the family that he didn't know about. And there is G'Mama Johnson, who helps her grandson DeMarcus to focus on what is good is in life and to achieve a healthy relationship with Nona.

The style of writing pulls you into that Southern culture. And Breigh's choice of words are very refreshing:

...her emotional reserves ran on empty and her brittle patience crumble at the slightest inconvenience.

A laugh burst out of her mouth without her consent.

God gives everybody a basket of gifts and a basket of challenges. He wants us to serve him with both.

He was worming his way into her mind and heart like an annoying song trending on TikTok.

All through his growing up, G'Mama spoke half regular English, half New King James Version of the Bible.

This is a title that I would read again -- and I will be keeping an eye out for other titles by this author.


I was given a free copy of the ebook in exchange for an honest review.