Irene Hannon starts a new series with the action-packed thriller “Into the Fire.”
Arson investigator Bri Tucker finds herself investigating the death of her former mentor, Les Kavanaugh, who before dying had asked to meet with her about some cases he was questioning. As she looks into his death, as well as other questionable fire-related deaths, she quickly gets drawn into some devious activities — ones that might even put herself at risk.
With the help of ATF Agent Marc Davis, they work to figure out the truth and connection about the various cases, all while trying to deny the sparks flying between them, as both work to overcome past traumas before beginning new relationships.
As always, Hannon creates a plot filled with twist and turns, heart-thumping action, and just the right amount of romance to leave the reader wanting more. She creates real and relatable characters filled with pluck and determination. She also fills “Into the Fire” with some great themes, like learning to forgive; the power of bitterness and revenge; how do we choose to overcome the past; fighting for truth and justice is worth the risk; and God’s timing always has a purpose (“But as Nan was fond of saying, while God’s timing was often a mystery to mere mortals, there was always a purpose behind it.”)
Fans of authors like Lynette Eason, Terri Blackstock, Kelly Irvin and Colleen Coble will love “Into the Fire,” which is due out Oct. 17. The series’ second installment, which focuses on Bri’s detective brother Jack, is due October 2024.
Five stars out of five.
Revell provided this complimentary copy through NetGalley for my honest, unbiased review.
“Into the Fire” (Undaunted Courage series, #1) by Irene Hannon