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Keep Her Safe: A Novel Kindle Edition

by K.A. Tucker (Author) Format: Kindle Edition

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Making a Murderer meets Scandal in this story of police corruption, family secrets, and illicit affairs from bestselling author K.A. Tucker, celebrated for her “propulsive plot twists and searing seduction” (USA TODAY).

Noah Marshall has known a privileged and comfortable life thanks to his mother, the highly decorated chief of the Austin Police Department. But all that changes the night she reveals a skeleton that's been rattling in her closet for years, and succumbs to the guilt of destroying an innocent family's life. Reeling with grief, Noah is forced to carry the burden of this shocking secret.

Gracie Richards wasn't born in a trailer park, but after fourteen years of learning how to survive in The Hollow, it's all she knows anymore. At least here people don't care that her dad was a corrupt Austin cop, murdered in a drug deal gone wrong. Here, she and her mother are just another family struggling to survive...until a man who clearly doesn't belong shows up on her doorstep.

Despite their differences, Noah and Gracie are searching for answers to the same questions, and together, they set out to uncover the truth about the Austin Police Department's dark and messy past. But the scandal that emerges is bigger than they bargained for, and goes far higher up than they ever imagined.

Complex, gritty, sexy, and thrilling, Keep Her Safe solidifies K.A. Tucker's reputation as one of today's most talented new voices in romantic suspense.

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Praise for Keep Her Safe:

"Sexy, dark, and unnerving. Keep Her Safe is an addictive read with a tightly constructed plot woven from threads of romantic tension and unexpected twists. I caught myself holding my breath over and over." (Kami Garcia, #1 New York Times bestselling coauthor of Beautiful Creatures and author of The Lovely Reckless )

"A master of steamy romance, Tucker skillfully threads Noah and Gracie's sexual tension throughout the investigation...No one is above suspicion in this taut, sizzling romantic mystery." (Kirkus Reviews)

"A heart-pounding romantic thriller...Tucker crafts a shrewd mystery that never falls flat, even as the steady, subtle romantic relationship heats up the page." (Publishers Weekly)

"A satisfying change of pace for Tucker." (Booklist)

"There is nothing obvious about this mystery. The twists are cleverly hidden and keep the level of anticipation high. Appealing young characters will captivate readers as one tries to fulfill a promise and the other navigates circumstances that might break a weaker spirit." (RT Book Reviews (Top Pick))

Praise for Until It Fades:

“Touching and complex…Tucker unerringly hits all the high notes of romance—the spark, the emotional depth, the mental and physical struggles—while creating a couple who seem perfectly attuned even when they are in conflict.” (Publishers Weekly, starred review)

“Lovely, sexy, and well-written, with a great cast of finely-drawn characters. This is a modern-day Cinderella story that will make you hope again. I enjoyed every page.” (Amy Harmon, New York Times bestselling author )

“A fantastic contemporary romance featuring dysfunction, lies, regrets and illicit transgressions. Set in a small, gossipy Pennsylvania town, with intense and intriguing plot twists and formidably engaging characters, she keeps readers on their toes. But it’s definitely her knight in shining armor and flawed heroine with trust issues, plus an impressive pint-sized costar, who rule every page of this unforgettable story.” (RT Book Reviews)

Praise for He Will Be My Ruin:
"A smart, sexy thriller. Tucker beguiles in this dark, twisty tale of lurid secrets, lavish lifestyles, and devastating loss. Once you start reading, you won't stop." (Lisa Gardner, #1 New York Times bestselling author )

“A nail-biting thriller...clever twists and turns will keep readers in suspense, and just when they think they have figured out what happened to Celine, the story veers in another direction.” (Publishers Weekly)

“This is one book that can’t help but be placed on the bestseller shelf in 2016…[a] fantastic thriller that will keep readers on the edge of any seat, be it recliner or airplane, until the ultimate outcome!” (Suspense Magazine)

“Tucker’s hardcover debut is full of twists and layers of mystery, with a developed cast of characters that rounds out the plot in this enjoyably compelling read.” (Booklist)

“Bestselling author Tucker spins a compelling web, rife with quirky characters and steamy romps with charismatic men.” (Kirkus Reviews)

“A tightly plotted character study…There’s intrigue, sex, red herrings, and an enviable setting.” (RT Magazine (4 star review))

Praise for Surviving Ice:
“Surviving Ice has it all: suspense, romance, forgiveness, and second chances all rolled into one.” (San Diego Book Review)

“Entertaining and enthralling, lovers of suspense titles will be captivated by the suspenseful plot of this story. At the same time, the romance between this--somewhat unlikely and yet equally explosive--pair is sure to keep your romance lust sated.” (The Romance Reviews, TOP PICK)

Praise for Chasing River:
"A gripping addition to the Burying Water series…Tucker’s fans will tear through this passionate, fast-paced tale and be ready for more." (Booklist)

“Tucker masterfully keeps the reader wondering about how the story could possibly end…[writing] a compelling tale about fighting for love and exploring the need to walk away.” (New York Journal of Books)

Praise for Becoming Rain:
"A smart and sexy thrill ride...Tucker's best writing yet." (Karina Halle New York Times bestselling author on Becoming Rain)

Praise for Burying Water:
"Another addictive triumph for the impressively prosaic Tucker." (Globe and Mail)

“Tucker deftly steers the damsel-in-(serious, nearly fatal, possibly mob-related)-distress-rescued-by-a-knight-in-shining armor storyline, making these star-crossed lovers compelling. A sexy romantic, gangster-tinged page-turner.” (Kirkus Reviews on Burying Water)

"Unique, engrossing, and heartbreaking. Burying Water is a mesmerizing read that will keep you captivated until the very last page." (Rachel Van Dyken #1 New York Times bestselling author)

"Dark, ominous, and sexy...compelling from beginning to end." (Laura Kaye New York Times bestselling author on Burying Water)

"Lush, atmospheric, and addictive, with a romance that sizzles. Guard your heart." (Amber Hart author of Before You on Five Ways to Fall)

"You'll only need one reason to fall in love with K.A.Tucker." (Jennifer L. Armentrout #1 New York Times bestselling author on Five Ways to Fall)

"Tucker is adept at spinning stories with unexpected twists and turns, and a pro at delivering hot romance. The results are terrifyingly good." (Toronto Star)

About the Author

K.A. Tucker writes captivating stories with an edge. She is the bestselling author of the Ten Tiny Breaths and Burying Water series and the novels He Will Be My Ruin, Until It Fades, Keep Her Safe, and The Simple Wild. She currently resides in a quaint town outside Toronto with her husband and two beautiful girls.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01HMXRYNI
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Atria Books (January 23, 2018)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 23, 2018
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 1478 KB
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
Print length ‏ : ‎ 449 pages

Best Sellers Rank: #270,402 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #651 in Women's Psychological Fiction
- #6,032 in Women's Domestic Life Fiction
- #7,034 in Psychological Thrillers (Books)

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K.A. Tucker writes captivating stories with an edge. She is the internationally bestselling author of over thirty books, including the Simple Wild, Ten Tiny Breaths, and Fate & Flame series, Say You Still Love Me, Until it Fades, and Keep Her Safe. Her books have been featured in national publications including USA Today, Globe & Mail, Suspense Magazine, Publisher's Weekly, Oprah Mag, and First for Women. K.A. Tucker lives outside of Toronto.

Her next novel, The Queen of Thieves & Chaos, is available on September 5th, 2023.

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MJLovestoRead

Utterly exceptional book filled with suspense and heartache. A must read!

Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2018

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Keep Her Safe could very well be K.A. Tucker's best work to date. And believe me, I've read all of her books and I have loved all of her books. But this one has me spellbound in a way that renders me speechless. This is a story that is so much more than what appears on the surface. A story that is multi-layered and complicated and completely engrossing to the point where I was both anxious and impatient to turn the page. I don't often feel that way and as I sit here, only minutes after reading the very last words, I can't help but want to go back and start all over again. It's that brilliant.

The web of mystery that surrounds the death of Officer Abraham Wilkes back in 2003 is about to turn his former partner's son's life upside down in 2017. Noah Marshall never could have imagined that a note from his late mother could put him on the most unusual and surprising journey of his young life. But wanting to right so many wrongs that he begins to uncover one by one is one heck of a mission. And with Abe's daughter Gracie by his side, I was as gobsmacked as they were as the layers get peeled away and the truth desperately finds a way to be free.

I am in awe of K.A. Tucker. The meticulous way she writes is mesmerizing. I couldn't look away from my Kindle if I tried. As everything unfolds and Noah and Gracie stumble and fall on their quest for the truth, I was once again lost in the author's words. The words that make my heart beat faster as they uncover multiple wrong-doings they can't believe truly happened. The words that make my heart sing because despite all they have endured, Noah and Gracie manage to see the other as not only as someone to lean on but as someone to love. Yes there is some happiness to find amidst the heartache. Sometimes just in the form of a hand to hold and sometimes in the form of a one-eyed ratty stray dog named Cyclops. There is so much tenderness despite all the sadness and shock that Noah and Gracie continue to experience. And underneath it all is the hope that good will trump evil and those who were innocent all along will finally get their due.

Keep Her Safe is a book to savor. There are no words written that aren't necessary. Each one is part of a masterfully crafted story that will undoubtedly leave you amazed. I know I am.

K.A. Tucker has outdone herself and Keep Her Safe will definitely be at the top of my list of favorite reads for 2018. It is outstanding and a book not to be missed.

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DonnaC

Thrilling and unputdownable

Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2018

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Keep Her Safe by KA Tucker
4.5 stars!!!

“Who were you, really, Jackie Marshall?”

KA Tucker never fails to astound me and Keep Her Safe was a fantastic reminder of just how well this author can write Romantic Suspense. While in Keep Her Safe the suspense was the predominant story line the little bit of romance that is interspersed is a perfect balance to the overall story. This book had me on the edge of my seat from the very beginning, no filler chapters whatsoever, just perfect story building pulling the reader in from the very start. Crime Thrillers are my go to books when I need a break from romance and this was the perfect combination of both.

“He predicted that Noah might be lying in bed next to me one day, deciding whom to protect. Whom to disappoint. Whom to betray.”

As ever, the writing was flawless, captivating and utterly enthralling as this book starts with the death of the chief of police and a tangled web of lies, deceit, guilt and corruption is slowly unravelled by the chief of police’s son, Noah.

Noah was a fantastic character and his morals and scruples were firmly in place no matter what he unearthed. Wanting to get to the bottom of what made his mum do what she did, nothing could have prepared him for what he would find. Noah’s loyalties are tested to the limit and when his discoveries bring him into the path of a childhood friend old memories are brought to the surface.

“We all know who Jackie chose… She chose wrong. But will Noah make the same mistake?”

Gracie was an amazing character, a woman that had carried the weight of the world on her shoulders, a little girl that was forced to grow up way before her time and a woman that was now incredibly jaded. Her outlook on life was fantastic, she was incredibly strong and stubborn but that only made me love her all the more.

With some jaw dropping twists and turns that I never saw coming I was engrossed in this book from first to last word. KA Tucker was the master at suspense and red-herrings in this book and while some I saw coming, there were a lot I didn’t. What a fantastic read.

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Simpliicity

KA’s best yet

Reviewed in Canada on January 24, 2018

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I try not to read blurbs. I like to go into things not knowing anything about the book. I read them based on recommendations from friends or there’s a list of authors that anything published by them I pick up.
KA Tucker is one of those authors. I love her writing and Keep Her Safe did not disappoint. It’s actually my favourite of hers. It has a little of everything to keep you on your toes. I don’t know how she’ll ever top this one. Can’t wait for the next book!

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CDC

super suspense!

Reviewed in Brazil on January 29, 2018

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Este livro é um pouco diferente do restante dos livros da autora mas muito bom como ela conduz a história de Grace e Noah! Uma trama policial, cheia de reviravoltas e personagens muito cativantes!

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GraceElyse

I Absolutely LOVED it!!

Reviewed in Australia on March 27, 2018

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Noah Marshall’s mother, Jackie, is the police chief in Austin, Texas. Highly decorated and respected, it comes as a shock to Noah when he discovers the skeletons she has been hiding, skeletons that resulted in crushing an innocent family. When the guilt of her actions becomes too much for her to live with, Noah sets out to complete his mother’s last wish, to track down the daughter of the man she failed.

Gracie Richards has spent the past nineteen years living in a trailer park with her mother since her corrupt cop father was killed in a drug deal gone wrong. Struggling to take care of her heart broken and drug addicted mother, the last thing Gracie expects is to have a strange man with ties to her past show up on her doorstep.

Together Noah and Gracie begin to uncover the truth around her father’s death and the full extent of corruption within the Austin Police Department.
‘Keep Her Safe’ is written in first person point of view and alternates by chapter between Noah, and Gracie in the present, and Abe and Jackie in the past. This technique allows the reader to follow along with Noah and Gracie as they discover the truth about their parents as well as who is truly responsible for Abe Wilkes death, while also understanding Abe and Jackie’s motivations and how things ended up going so wrong.

K.A Tucker has written such authentic characters and I absolutely loved the dynamic between Noah and Gracie, as well as the fact that Noah was not just another tough guy romantic interest, but a genuine and well written character who is sometimes unsure of himself – something many male characters lack in romance novels and was a refreshing change to read.

‘Keep Her Safe’ also deals with themes of sexism and racism, with both Jackie and Abe having to contend with other people’s bigotry in order to do their jobs.

It has been a while since I have read a believable crime novel that has still maintained suspense without become far fetched with the use of Dues Ex Machina (a person or thing that appears suddenly and unexpectedly to provide a solution to a seemingly impossible to solve problem), bad writing, or simple plots that take away from otherwise enjoyable novels. ‘Keep Her Safe’ was such a refreshing change, and I loved not being able to pick what was coming while connecting with well-written characters.

K.A Tucker has written a marvellous novel, creating an intricate and riveting page turning plot with unexpected twists and shocking turns. ‘Keep Her Safe’ is a thrilling and complex slow burn romantic suspense novel by K.A Tucker that will keep you guessing right to the very end.

MAC

Good Read

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 26, 2019

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I enjoyed this book but it's not my favouite by this author. Good characters and bit of mystery.

Ashley Owens-Nunziato

AMAZING!! ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!

Reviewed in Canada on February 23, 2018

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As a huge KA Tucker fan it didn’t surprise me that I was hooked from the first page. This book had me swooning one minute and my heart racing and the pages flying this next. I loved every word!!

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