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A review by t_hen44
Cold Light of Day by Toni Anderson
4.0
COLD LIGHT OF DAY marks the 3rd entry in Toni Anderson's Cold Justice series. While the novels are standalone books, timelines and characters do overlap.
Summary
It's been fourteen years since Scarlett Stone's world imploded. Her father, once a highly respected FBI agent, is now disgraced and dying in prison branded the most notorious traitor in the agency's history. But Scarlett knows her father is innocent and she's determined to prove it before it's too late. So when she has a chance to get into the Russian embassy, she goes undercover using a false identity to search for the evidence that might finally clear her father's name.
Former Navy SEAL, now FBI Special Agent, Matt Lazlo, is simply doing his boss a favor by attending the Russian ambassador's Christmas party. But one he's grateful for when he catches sight of Scarlett. Their attraction is instantaneous and mutual but neither one of them is ready for the firestorm that is about engulf them when Matt discovers that Scarlett isn't who he thought.
The FBI—and Matt—aren't thrilled when Scarlett's undercover scheme falls apart and could trigger an international incident. The failure also puts Scarlett's life in danger as the powerful people who put her father in prison are willing to kill to keep their secrets.
Thoughts
COLD LIGHT OF DAY is a stronger book than either of its predecessors in the series. While Scarlett and Matt are the prototypical romance characters, the story is more focused on the action than on the romance although there is plenty of both. There is also a healthy dose of suspense and a neat surprise reveal of the bad guys. The secondary narrative focuses on the terrorists' point of view and largely focuses on the other mother in the novel. One who is willing to kill to protect her children.
Overall
COLD LIGHT OF DAY is a recommend. It's a nice way to spend a day.
Summary
It's been fourteen years since Scarlett Stone's world imploded. Her father, once a highly respected FBI agent, is now disgraced and dying in prison branded the most notorious traitor in the agency's history. But Scarlett knows her father is innocent and she's determined to prove it before it's too late. So when she has a chance to get into the Russian embassy, she goes undercover using a false identity to search for the evidence that might finally clear her father's name.
Former Navy SEAL, now FBI Special Agent, Matt Lazlo, is simply doing his boss a favor by attending the Russian ambassador's Christmas party. But one he's grateful for when he catches sight of Scarlett. Their attraction is instantaneous and mutual but neither one of them is ready for the firestorm that is about engulf them when Matt discovers that Scarlett isn't who he thought.
The FBI—and Matt—aren't thrilled when Scarlett's undercover scheme falls apart and could trigger an international incident. The failure also puts Scarlett's life in danger as the powerful people who put her father in prison are willing to kill to keep their secrets.
Thoughts
COLD LIGHT OF DAY is a stronger book than either of its predecessors in the series. While Scarlett and Matt are the prototypical romance characters, the story is more focused on the action than on the romance although there is plenty of both. There is also a healthy dose of suspense and a neat surprise reveal of the bad guys. The secondary narrative focuses on the terrorists' point of view and largely focuses on the other mother in the novel. One who is willing to kill to protect her children.
Overall
COLD LIGHT OF DAY is a recommend. It's a nice way to spend a day.