If I Run
by Terri Blackstock
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Pub Date Feb 16 2016 | Archive Date Jul 25 2018
Zondervan Fiction | Zondervan
Description
Casey Cox has blood on the bottom of her shoes, in her car, on her clothes. But there's no point in trying to defend herself. She just has to run.
Casey didn't kill her friend Brent. She discovered his body, but she'd never try to hurt him. He's the only person she's ever trusted enough to tell the truth about what happened to her father . . . and there's no doubt in her mind that Brent was killed trying to help her prove it. She has to run before they get to her too.
Dylan Roberts was hired to find Casey and bring her back so that justice can be served. As a former Criminal Investigator for the Army, he can't imagine that tracking down one girl will be that difficult.
But the more elusive Casey turns out to be, the more Dylan digs into her past to try to determine what she might be thinking. What he finds there doesn't fit the profile of a killer at all. She's unlike any other fugitive he's ever seen.
The police refuse to discuss any other possibilities. There's something more going on here. Something more to this fugitive who has captured his attention. Now he just has to figure out what it is . . . and Casey just has to stay one step ahead of everyone who's after her.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9780310332435 |
| PRICE | $15.99 (USD) |
Featured Reviews
Reviewer 136081
I loved the suspense in this book. It makes the book so enjoyable to read.
Marian B, Book Trade Professional
Terri Blackstock’s books used to be high on my to-be-read list for years; however I had not read any of her newer works in recent years. So I decided it was time to pick up her latest book and rediscover what I liked about this author’s writing.
The first thing I noticed was that this book is told in the first person, second that it is written in the present tense. To tell you the truth, it took some time for me to get used to this writing style – but when I got into it, I was spellbound and did not want to stop reading.
Being accused of murder, Casey is running from the real killers. She’s smart and knows how to stay out of the hands of the cops. Hired to track down Casey, Dylan is slowly convinced that this girl can’t be a murderer. What will he do when he finds her – IF he finds her?
This book comes with unexpected twists and turns, great suspense, and will make you anticipate the sequel.
Reviewer 243597
Terri Blackstock hit this one out of the park. I was drawn into Casey's character and her story. The plot was fast paced and engaging. I do wish that this book did not end in such a huge cliff hanger. I was totally into the story when it abruptly stopped. I will be waiting for the next in the series.
Librarian 255255
Terri Blackstock has done it again! I loved this book! This one kept me up until 2am so that I could finish it and guess what.....I can't wait for the next one! I enjoyed the mystery and liked the characters. I will highly recommend this book to our library patrons. I received a galley copy from Net Galley and was able to read it before publication.
Shirlynn B, Librarian
Another exceptional mystery novel by Terri Blackstock with Christian emphasis. Anxious for a sequel.
Becky R, Reviewer
If I Run is fascinating, fast-paced suspense. It is written in first-person, present tense, alternating between Casey's and Dylan's point of view. While this perspective took a bit to get used to, once I did, I felt like I was right there with Casey and Dylan, experiencing the action as they did.
Casey's journey is particularly compelling, as she runs for her life and tries to stay out of anyone's notice but can't help caring for those she meets who are in need. Her quest to set things right—both in her own life and in a missing persons case she finds herself mixed up in—puts her in grave danger, yet she simply cannot walk away.
When the novel ends, some things are wrapped up, but Casey's story isn't resolved, giving me hope for another book in the future. I've never before read a book quite like If I Run, which is suspenseful without being grisly. I highly recommend it! 4-1/2 stars.
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