Mags's Reviews > Cheater

Cheater returns readers to San Diego for a story that, although billed as romantic suspense is anything but.

As detective Kit McKittrick six months on from the case that made her name is back and she's still determined not to get romantically involved with Dr Sam Reeves.

However, it's getting harder and harder to avoid how he makes her feel. Especially when her latest case involves a murder at Shady Oaks Retirement Village. A place where Sam is a regular volunteer.

And it's a case that Kit and her partner detective Connor Robinson are determined to solve. After all, the victim has strong links to the homicide department.

Yet, as the case unfolds and the pair investigates more and more unanswered questions arise. As does the body count and it's clear someone at Shady Oaks knows a lot more than they are letting on.

But who could want a defenceless old man dead?

And how does all the other dodgy activity uncovered at Shady Oaks relate?

That's what Kit and Connor are determined to find out.

But will they manage it before Sam and the other residents he calls friends are put in even more danger?

And with an intricate and well executed storyline, really likable characters and the shoots of romance. This was a really gripping and enjoyable read.

But I did guess early on who was involved. Yet, I had lots of fun finding out if I was actually right, and I loved how it all came together.

And I have to say I've read almost all of Karen's stories and this is the first time I've ever figured out who a killer was!

I would happily recommend Cheater, the San Diego series and Karen's other stories to all.

My thanks to Headline and NetGalley for the opportunity to read an early copy of Cheater.