Critical Doubt: Thrilling FBI romantic suspense!

Barbara Freethy

Feb 2020 · Off The Grid: FBI Series Book 7 · Fog City Publishing, LLC

About this ebook

"Critical Doubt is as intense as it is haunting. Freethy proves she has staying power with a mind bending, heart-stopping, captivating tale." Isha - Bookbub

They met in a war-torn city on the other side of the world and shared an anonymous night of passion. They didn't intend to meet again. Nor did they think they'd be reunited by sinister secrets... 

Five years later, FBI Agent Savannah Kane is headed to a small town in Georgia for the funeral of her best friend's husband. Going home is fraught with complications, but Savannah never imagined one of those would be Ryker Stone, the stranger she'd shared an unforgettable night with.

Haunted by an ambush that took the lives of two men in his unit, Ryker now copes by living a solitary civilian life. Attending the funeral of yet another soldier, this one lost to a senseless accident, he is shocked to run into the beautiful stranger he has never forgotten.

When another man in Ryker's former unit dies under suspicious circumstances, it's clear that someone is targeting his team. He's determined to get the truth; Savannah is just as determined to get answers for her friend. Neither wants to work with the other, and as they struggle with trust and attraction, the truth grows murkier...and more dangerous. Will finding answers reveal secrets neither one of them is ready to know?  

An ex-soldier, an FBI agent, and a complicated web of secrets and betrayal from #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy! For fans of Catherine Coulter, Melinda Leigh, Kendra Elliott, Mary Burton and Toni Anderson!

Note: THE FBI SERIES takes readers on thrilling, romantic, and suspenseful adventures! Every story stands completely on its own and there are no cliffhangers! The books feature complex and exciting storylines ranging from kidnapping to organized crime, terrorism, and espionage. Personal stories often play out against a bigger, broader storyline, and surprising twists will keep you up all night. Start reading today!

Also Available in the Off The Grid: FBI Series

Perilous Trust #1

Reckless Whisper #2

Desperate Play #3

Elusive Promise #4

Dangerous Choice #5

Ruthless Cross #6

Critical Doubt #7

Fearless Pursuit #8

Daring Deception #9

Risky Bargain #10

Perfect Target #11

Fatal Betrayal #12

What the readers are saying about CRITICAL DOUBT

"My gosh...what an exhilarating ride CRITICAL DOUBT was... I can’t think of a better way to spend a Saturday night than losing myself in one of Barbara Freethy’s books. I love the Off The Grid series but I honestly think this one is my favorite. What makes Barbara's books so brilliant is her character development and skill with words. I have no doubt her next book will be awesome, too!" Booklovers Anonymous

"CRITICAL DOUBT is an adrenaline rush from the first page until the last. Barbara Freethy knows how to hook her readers to keep their attention with a cleverly plotted story full of false leads, questions, lots of action, and, yes, romance. This is a wonderful addition to Ms. Freethy’s FBI series." Jane – Goodreads Reviewer

"Amazing book! I truly enjoyed this engaging & moving suspense thriller. Great characters with some intense & incredible scenes. It will hook you from the very beginning wanting to know what happens next. A MUST READ!!" Doni – Goodreads Reviewer

"Intense, filled with quick action, suspense, questions, emotion, searching for answers, and romance. Romantic suspense at its best! Barbara Freethy has a talent for pulling her reader into the intensity of the story, with all its twists and turns. Gripping and compelling, I had a hard time putting it down!" Kristen - Goodreads

"This is my favorite so far in this series. I say that a lot after reading a Barbara Freethy book...it's the mark of a good writer that each book is better than the last, but I really, really loved this book! Full of surprises and a twist at the end." Trude - Goodreads 

"If you like exciting, edge of your seat books with suspense and romance then you will love this book. This book keeps you guessing throughout the story. There are so many twists, turns and shocks in this book." Becky - Goodreads

Ratings and reviews

The shadows of the past force their way into the present. Critical Doubt is as intense as it is haunting. Freethy proves she has staying power with a mind bending, heartstopping, captivating tale. Savannah and Ryker cast a spell on the emotions. From dangerous twists, to chilling truths and steaming attraction, Freethy scares up the drama with an intriguing blend of suspense and romance.

ARC for honest review with no compensation Critical Doubt is book 7 in Off The Grid: FBI series by Barbara Freethy and another awesome read in this series!! 5 years ago....Ryker Stone on leave overseas mistakes Savannah Kane as a cheerleader that’s been entertaining the troops and they have a one night fling, sharing no information except a hot steamy night! Fast forward 5 years later,they meet again at the funeral of Ryker’s teammate and Savannah’s best friend’s husband... What happens next takes you on a roller coaster ride of suspense, secrets, faking death, twists, turns and more questions than answers but oh what an ending!!

Seventh book in this fast paced series and tied as my favorite. We meet Savannah Kane, FBI and Ryker Stone damaged veteran who join forces to unravel their pasts and future in this romantic thriller. Add this to your TBR list. These books can be read as stand-alone’s, but the whole series is well worth the read.

About the author

Barbara Freethy is a #1 New York Times Bestselling Author of 84 novels ranging from contemporary romance to romantic suspense and women's fiction. Over 14 million copies of her books have been sold worldwide and thirty-three of her titles have appeared on the New York Times and USA Today Bestseller Lists.