Cresswell's stand-alone romantic suspense has been OK reads for me. Nothing that got me that excited but far better than some duds I've come across. Her Unit One trilogy featuring Nick Anwar and Melody Beecham was an unexpectedly enjoyable read starting with the two protagonists' romance. Melody is capable and strong without being brassy and harsh as I've found some kick-ass heroines to be; Nick is downright sexy and their romance develops at a pace that's realistic yet without losing any steam. That's the advantage of trilogies, I find. Lots of room to balance the romance and the action/suspense. Cresswell's trilogy beat Merline Lovelace's Cleo North-Jack Donovan trilogy hands down!
Satisflying Sequel
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
I really pleased with the Final Justice. It was action-packed and full of twists and turns. Although the killer is no big surprise. You will enjoyed the journey getting there. This is the best of the series.
action-paced romantic suspense
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
The secretive quasi government agency Unit One works on destroying criminal masterminds within the United States though they never appear in court handing over arrests to the FBI. Completing a sting, Agent Melody Beecham is shot; this upsets her partner Nick Anwar who loves her. He informs his superior he no longer wants to team up with Melody because he cannot control his emotions. That changes when suddenly someone tries to assassinate Melody several times in different locales. Many people have motives to eliminate Melody who has insured numerous criminals tasted justice. Nick defies orders and is willing to die to keep her safe, but knows they must lure the culprit out into the open with Melody as the bait, but a personal spin makes the pair more likely to meet their maker rather soon. Though some doubts about the legality of this Mission Impossible covert Unit One team lingers in the backdrop, fans of action-paced romantic suspense will appreciate this fabulous thriller. The story line is fast-paced from the opening sting to the final altercation, but it is the lead couple who makes the plot work. The support cast, especially their boss grooming Nick as his replacement if he proves not to be a fanatic, augments the insight into the duo and enhances the scenarios. Readers will appreciate this complex tale with a final incredible spin. Harriet Klausner
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