Best-selling author Dee Henderson's acclaimed novels are an irresistible blend of suspense, romance and spirituality. More than a million copies of Henderson's books are in print, and she has won many prizes, including the Christy, the RITA and the National Reader's Choice Award. FBI special agent Dave Richman loves hostage negotiator Kate O'Malley. But keeping her safe is another matter entirely-one that requires deep trust in God.
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"1st in the 6 part series, I was hooked from the first CD. This self-made family is realistic and touches your heart. This is Kate's O'Malley's story - she's a police negotiator and initially not a Christian. A hostage situation, her sister Jennifer, and falling in love with FBI agent Dave Richman all contribute to her conversion and future happiness."
— Debby (4 out of 5 stars)
“Full of surprises…A walk on the wild side and readers will love every thrilling minute!”
— Amazon.com, editorial review“Highly recommended.”
— Library Journal" Part of a series of books. Each can stand alone but it is a compelling story of kids in an orphanage that decided they wanted a family. Once they became of age they petitioned the court to change their last name and became the family they so missed. The books show the dedication and devotion to each other all families should aspire to have and be. "
— mark, 8/28/2020" Enough suspense to keep me into the story, enough romance for my wife and daughter. Great reads. "
— Dewayne , 1/29/2018" I enjoyed this book - it's about a strong woman character who has to let go of some of her self-sufficiency to allow for somebody else to protect her when she is targeted by someone who wants to kill her. There is suspense and action, but it is obvious in parts of the story that this book is a bit dated. I will probably read the next books in the series, just to see how they develop all of the characters that were introduced in this book. "
— Katie, 2/20/2014" Fantastic book series!!! This one that started it off was great and I was just so drw into reading about the O'Malley siblings. "
— Amanda, 2/6/2014" I really enjoyed this book. The story was compelling and the characters likeable. It was refreshing to read a book where there was no bad language or people falling into bed together on short acquaintance. "
— Bonnie, 2/1/2014" I liked the book. There are some things that are hard to believe but again it is fiction!!! "
— Sbugsy, 1/12/2014" Pretty good mystery - some holes in the storyline. This author has been very clean so far, no objectionable material. "
— M, 1/11/2014" Great start to the series! "
— Renae, 1/10/2014" I read this book and the others that followed in the series. I really enjoyed each of the books. They are easy reads but enjoyable. "
— Barb, 1/10/2014" More small talk then story. Quit part way through. "
— Trisha, 1/7/2014" Great characters. Monotonous scenes. "
— Cheryl, 12/25/2013" one of those books i just grabbed off the shelf at the library. it was alright. not enough suspense for me. "
— Leo, 12/21/2013" I found this series years ago and really enjoyed it. This is one of my favorites from the series and I have to reread it every once in a while just for fun. I love the O'Malley family and their strong family bonds. "
— Alissa, 12/13/2013" The whole O'Malley series is a fantastic mixture of excitement, faith, and love. I throughly enjoyed the entire series, including the prequel. And, honestly, a good prequel is hard to find.. in my humble opinion, at least! "
— Christy, 11/24/2013" good clean mystery "
— Janet, 11/17/2013" Loved it! Intense, romantic and suspenseful. Not to mention clean--the author is very Christian and there's a conversion in it, which wasn't too annoying, actually. Great story, I can't wait to read the next one. "
— Sara, 10/5/2013" The O'Malley series of books kept me engaged through every one. I like Dee Henderson's style. "
— Jennifer, 8/18/2013" This book didn't grab me immediately but once it did WOW! "
— Nancy, 6/7/2013" This book was recommended to me by a girl on my soccer team so I figured I'd give it a try, I had no idea it would be so spectacular that I would stay up till 2AM reading it! Deifinetly one of my new favourites! "
— Emily, 4/22/2013" I really liked this story but it was really similar to the prequel. I did like getting to know the O'Malleys. I am curious to keep reading the stories to see what happens with the rest of the "siblings". A great read and had a great section on the idea of justice vs. mercy in the Bible and with God. "
— Kristelle, 4/12/2013" I LOVED the O'Malley series in high school if that tells you anything about the "sap factor" of these books. I still own and enjoy them today but find myself rolling my eyes often. "
— Kura2025, 12/19/2012" Loved the whole O'Malley series! "
— Jenni, 12/13/2012" These are fantastic books about 7 people who "adopted" each other as siblings. Each book goes through one of their lives and how the find God and love. They have the perfect balance of faith, romance, and suspense. "
— Brenna, 7/23/2012" I loved Dee Henderson, fell in love with her books. "
— Sandy, 11/16/2011" Didn't realize it was Christian Fiction until 1/4 of the way through when characters started vomiting dogma. Had high hopes for Kate being a strong female character. It didn't pan out, IMHO. Utter crap. "
— Julie, 11/15/2011" A good book. It's a pretty quick read. I'd like to get my hands on the rest of the series. "
— Melissa, 8/25/2011" These books are really good. I didn't know it was a series at first and read #5 first. Then I read the others I really enjoyed all of them. "
— Dena, 8/16/2011" I LOVED this whole series--christian romantic mystery/suspense that is very well-written. "
— Kim, 6/11/2011" All these books by Dee Henderson are basically the same - clean, Christian-based, romance adventure mysteries. I like 'em. "
— Denise, 6/1/2011" The books are amazingly restful for suspense. I really like Henderson's voice as she explores some of the most horrifying violence of the modern life with a Christian perspective. It doesn't hurt that the O'Malley family is unique either! "
— Cynthia, 5/21/2011" This book was recommended to me by a girl on my soccer team so I figured I'd give it a try, I had no idea it would be so spectacular that I would stay up till 2AM reading it! Deifinetly one of my new favourites! "
— Emily, 4/30/2011" I love the O'Malley series by Dee Henderson.(Thanks, Stacy!) I will be starting the next one tonight. She does such a good job of keeping your interest and also weaving in the spirtual elements. I highly recommend the series. "
— Jennifer, 4/13/2011" I was really into this book about an orphan girl, now fighting her fears by being the city's top crisis negotiator. She gets involved in a case that makes her face her past. Really pretty good. Very clean. I am checking out some more of this aithor's books at the library. "
— Laura, 3/28/2011" I tried to enjoy this due to the fact that is was a really fast paced mystery BUT I couldn't get past all of the Christianity in the book! "
— Erika, 2/21/2011" I was immediately drawn into this book. It was a tough one to put down. Kate (the "negotiator") is not really a character that I can relate to (I am kind of wimpy where Kate is anything BUT wimpy)but I liked her nonetheless. It is a quick read and one you won't regret. "
— Stacy, 2/21/2011" O'Malley Series #1. Christian romance. Hostage negotiator and FBI body guard. "
— Jacksonjh, 2/10/2011" Initially, I struggled to get a handle on this story. Thank God I was persistent! Can't wait to get my hands on the next in the the series. "
— Zacksmom, 2/5/2011" "The Negotiator"...such an intense and crazy-awesome story! One of my favorite books out of the entire series! "
— Mel, 1/27/2011" I couldn't put this book down. It is really good and I feel in love the the O'Malley family. "
— Jennifer, 1/23/2011" This was the first book I read in the O'Malley series. It was a great read, I couldn't put it down! "
— Rachel, 1/22/2011" I would have given this 3 1/2 stars. It was an easy read. The dialogue wasn't very entertaining but the storyline was interesting. "
— Julia, 1/7/2011Dee Henderson is the author of over a dozen bestselling novels, including the acclaimed O’Malley and Uncommon Heroes series. As a leader in the inspirational romantic suspense category, her books have won or been nominated for several prestigious industry awards, including the RITA Award, the Christy Award, the ECPA Gold Medallion, the Holt Medallion, the National Readers’ Choice Award, and the Golden Quill. She is a lifelong resident of Illinois.
Tom Stechschulte (1948–2021) was an acclaimed narrator and winner of the prestigious Audie Award for Best Narration. He had been a college athlete and business major when a friend dared him to audition for a play. He got the part and traded the locker room for the dressing room, eventually taking him to New York City and to recording audiobooks.