Treacherous Trails

Dana Mentink

Mar 2018 · Gold Country Cowboys Book 2 · Harlequin

About this ebook

A woman falsely accused becomes the real killer’s next target in this jaw-dropping, suspense-filled romance from the USA Today–bestselling author.

In this Gold Country Cowboys story, farrier Ella Cahill is accused of murder—and only former marine Owen Thorn, her brother’s best friend, can help clear her name. Now with someone trying to kill Ella, Owen must protect her . . . despite his promise to her brother to stay away from her. But can they work together to find the true killer before she becomes the next to die?

Ratings and reviews

I really wanted to read this book in one sitting because I didn't want to put it down, but instead I had to settle for reading it in two days! This book is unique in that you know who the bad guy is pretty much from the beginning but you don't know the "why" until the main characters discover the clues throughout their investigation AND their running for their lives! What struck me the most in the book is how many times bad guys/people with evil intent can get away with things and there's nothing you can do about it! Over and over the villain got away with something and it wasn't fair but Ella and Owen just had to stand there and let him get away with it because of the situation. That happens in real life too! They couldn't prove this person had done anything, even though he did! Ella is framed for murder and Owen is trying to help her clear her name. He's a marine who is home from Afghanistan healing from an injury with issues of his own. Ella's brother is Owen's best friend so he feels it's his duty to help her. Owen is one of the Thorn brothers and I love their family! Ella has a disabled sister, Betsy, and I loved seeing how the Thorns rallied around her and helped out as Owen and Ella were off trying to solve the murder. I would definitely recommend this book. You don't have to read the first book to read this one! It's very fast-paced and the characters are awesome!

About the author

Dana Mentink is a national bestselling author. She has been honored to win two Carol Awards, a Holt Medallion, and a Reviewer's Choice award. She's authored more than thirty novels to date for Harlequin’s Love Inspired Suspense and Harlequin Heartwarming. Dana loves feedback from her readers. Contact her at www.danamentink.com