Killing Her Softly

Killing Her Softly is an exciting romantic suspense book written by author Barb Warner Deane. Thanks to NetGalley and The Wild Rose Press, Inc. for the advance copy.

Kate Finelli is a woman in crisis. She's had 10 years of living with an abusive husband, physically, emotionally, verbally. She's had 10 years of being told it's a good thing she's pretty because she's dumber than dirt. She's had 10 years of being used as a punching bag.

And when she learns that an aunt has left her a house and money, she knows this will be her chance to get out. But how does she stay safe?

She calls the sheriff's office only to hear a very familiar voice ... the voice of a man who was such a good friend to her years ago .. but he's also her husband's brother.

Domestic violence is a tough subject to cover. It doesn't just involve two people ... its the entire family, brothers, sisters, mothers, fathers. Some believe .. some refuse to look. When the truth comes out not everyone will believe and turn away.

An order of protection is a court order intended to prevent acts of domestic violence. As the argument goes, the order of protections is only a piece of paper. What happens when an abuser ignores that piece of paper? Kate is about to learn .....

This is mainly a Romantic Suspense, and while domestic abuse is the focus of the story, it was not an in depth study. The relationship between Jack and Kate runs at a furious pace. Jack comes across as a very caring man, but he has his own issues, doesn't quite know what he wants when he grows up. Kate seemed to be a little naive ... leaving the shelter after just a few days to stay in a house that is totally isolated and refusing to tell a single person where she is in case there is a problem.

Overall this was an okay read for me. Many thanks to the author / Wild Rose Press / Netgalley for the digital copy. Opinions expressed here are unbiased and entirely my own.

I finished this book in one day it was a quick read! The story grabs you from the beginning and has you reading into the night. A bit of romance and suspense. If you like a light suspense book then this book is for you.

I received an ARC from Netgalley. I couldn’t put this book down and read it in one night. I did think the man in the woods was someone completely different as it was just too easy to think he was the obvious choice. That was my only disappointment. I was thinking it was a family member that would have thrown everyone off. The rest of the story line was intense and a unique growing romance that was touching. I would definitely read more by this author.. 3 1/2 stars

A fast paced story that you'll get sucked into and finish fairly quickly :)

A list romance and a light suspense, this story gives you a little bit of everything for an enjoyable read.

Killing her Softly is a terrific romantic suspense. I loved the plot and enjoyed this author's writing. If you enjoy a good suspense I recommend this book to you.

Very predictable and slow moving.

I thought Kate/Kathy moved on really fast....way too fast given everything she had been through. Not enough time was spend with her in counseling. Things don't happen that quick nor should they.

Killing Her Softly by Barb Warner Deane is an exciting romance and suspense story. Kate Finelli has put up with being abused by her husband for ten years, she is finally ready to escape him. Jack, an FBI agent who is filling in for the Sheriff, receives her frantic phone call for help. Jack happens to be Kate first love, and the brother of her husband. I found this book to be an exciting quick read, reminding me of a Sandra Brown novel. I look forward to reading more books by this author. I recommend this book for anyone looking at a suspenseful romance.

I reviewed a digital arc provided by NetGalley and the publisher. Thank you.

Unfortunately I dint realise this was a romantic thriller - not ny bag at all. However I did read it and it was an ok read, if you enjoy more romance in your novels I'm sire you would love this as it was well written, just not for me.

This book took me by surprise. It kept me interested throughout the story and I needed to see what was going to happen. l truly enjoyed the pacing of the story and the well written characters. I would recommend this story to all suspense lovers.