Sophie Rose, a tough and determined newspaper reporter, is the daughter of Bobby Rose, a suave, charming, and handsome gentleman who also happens to be a notorious big-time thief sought by every law-enforcement agency in the country. When the major Chicago daily where she works insists she write an exposé about her roguish father, Sophie refuses, quits her job, and goes to work at a small newspaper. Far from her onetime high-powered crime beat, she now covers local personalities such as the quirky winner of several area 5K runs whose trademark is goofy red socks. Those red socks–with Sophie’s business card neatly tucked inside–are practically all that’s found after runner William Harrington’s shredded corpse turns up in Prudhoe Bay, Alaska, the victim of a mysteriously dramatic death by polar bear. With an unerring nose for a good story, Sophie heads north to Alaska. What she doesn’t realize is that her father’s infamous reputation has spread even to the far reaches of Prudhoe Bay. Sophie’s assigned a bodyguard–Jack MacAlister, a sexy FBI agent who grudgingly takes the assignment while recovering from an on-duty injury. But they will soon be fighting more than growing passion.
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"This was a very good book! I enjoyed each chapter! Julie Garwood really nails this story, which keeps you turning the pages to find out more! I enjoyed how no one could find Bobby Rose, who they think is a thief, and all along he can get in touch with his daughter at any time! This is another book that I could not put down, and fell asleep with it open on my bed! I give major kudos to Julie Garwood for writing such a great book!"
— Denise (5 out of 5 stars)
" It was an interesting piece with a couple of twists. I wouldn't go crazy to pick it up. A little more "romance" than some of the female suspense writers I have read but entertaining nonetheless. "
— Charly, 2/20/2014" Excellent read. I love this book "
— Elena, 2/20/2014" I've always liked Julie Garwoods books and this book is no exception. Fast paced, a little mystery, a little love story, a little humor - FUN book. "
— Sherri, 2/19/2014" I have never read anything by Julie Garwood before but I will certainly read other books by her. I loved this book. "
— Debbie, 2/7/2014" so far its a good book "
— Diana, 2/5/2014" Awesome...couldn't put down!!! "
— Sue, 1/21/2014" What a interesting and adventurous story, Sophie and Jack are the couple you would be jealous to see together, their chemisty is to spellbinding, that you wish you can find someone who makes your blood run, like Jack MacAlister, and Sophie Rose "
— Lady, 1/16/2014" Would have given it three and a half, but it deserved more than three....I liked it. "
— Reba, 12/17/2013" I read it because it was Alaska but same old romantic thriller "
— Stacie, 12/16/2013" I wish that the love story between Sophie and Jack was more developped. However it was a pleasure to get better acquainted with Sophie and to catch up with Regan and Alex, especially because I started this series with them. I hope that Cordie will have her story and will end up with Aidan. "
— melody, 11/19/2013" romantic-suspence between an FBI agent and a reporter (and the daughter of someone whom the police want to talk to), who is doing a story on a man who is supposed to be running a 5k, but ends up dead in Alaska. The ending surprised me! "
— Tara, 11/9/2013" humourous dialog, always a plus, this one had more than the usual plot, the obligatory sex, but a nice twist at the end. thumbs up "
— Christa, 9/26/2013" Yet another Great Read from Julie Garwood! Her next will not be out soon enough for me! :) For The Roses made me a Garwood fan and I have yet to be disappointed! "
— Cheryl, 8/24/2013" This is a cute summer read romance. Basically boy meets girl and they aren't right for each other but the sparks exist. They get in dangerous situations together and then live happily ever after. "
— Holly, 5/22/2013" This book was full of surprises. A good mystery and good characters. This story is continued with a character from The Murder List and you meet all from that book. The ending was excellant and very different than one would expect. "
— Becky, 2/15/2013" Absolutely loved this one! "
— Kristi, 12/13/2012" Great read....again! "
— Anju, 7/25/2012" This book was just ok for me. There was not enough "meat" to make you want to tear through it to find out what happens next. I have read better by Julie Garwood. "
— Deborah, 6/10/2012" Very enjoyable read. She keeps the story line moving. I think everyone would enjoy this book. "
— Gerry, 6/3/2012" emm sepertinya lebih suka novel HR julie garwood daripada fiction-nya... "
— Dina, 2/25/2012" A romantic mystery that I could not put down! "
— TeriC, 12/15/2011" Not a deep read, but lively with catchy, sassy dialogue. "
— Pamela, 12/4/2011" Not much of a mystery involved. I liked that we got to hear more about the characters from Murder List - it seems like there is going to be another one now with Cordie and Aiden. "
— Jill, 7/24/2011" excellent Sophie and Jack were excellent my only regret is I doubt Bobby Rose will have a role in future books which is a shame. "
— Sue, 5/30/2011" A quick, fun read...typical Garwood "
— Angie, 5/3/2011" Audiobook read by Rebecca Lowman. More like 2.5 *. I really didn't care for this one all that much. I didn't connect with the characters as much I normally do in a Garwood. I found the audio rather boring to listen to as well. "
— Vic, 4/17/2011" I usually love a Julie Garwood right from the first word. This was a little different story, almost like two in one. I enjoyed reading it after it finally took hold. "
— Judy, 4/6/2011" I read it because it was Alaska but same old romantic thriller <br/> "
— Stacie, 3/7/2011" Incredible book! I loved it. <br/>More to come... "
— Wes, 2/27/2011" This book was awful. I could not even finish it. I love Julie Garwood, but this is not one of her best. "
— Angela, 2/23/2011" Listened to this audio book and really enjoyed the diversion. Definitely a chick book, but with good interesting writing. "
— Glenajo, 2/8/2011" A; Picked up randomly and was pleased to discover a new author. My kind of police type thriller with a bit of romance tossed in. Will see if there are more by Garwood. "
— Cathy, 1/19/2011" Excellent read, one of Garwood's best. "
— Dossie, 1/10/2011Julie Garwood is among a critically acclaimed and popular romance authors around, published in thirty-two languages worldwide with forty million copies of her books in print. She is the author of numerous bestsellers, of which more than a dozen have made the New York Times bestsellers list.
Rebecca Lowman is an actress and audiobook narrator who has won numerous Earphones Awards. She has starred in numerous television shows, including Law & Order, Big Love, NCIS, and Grey’s Anatomy, among many others. She earned her MFA from Columbia University.