kbranfield's review against another edition
4.0
4.5 stars.
Revolver Road by Christi Daugherty is a multi-layered mystery. This third installment in the Harper McClain series can be read as a standalone but I highly recommend reading the first two books for important backstory.
Reporter Harper McClain is temporarily living on Tybee Island when she becomes involved with a missing person's case. Harper cannot help but wonder if the gunshot reports from the night before might have something to do with musician Xavier Rayne disappearance. Hoping to score a huge scoop, she spends time with Xavier's actress girlfriend Cara Brand and bandmates Hunter Carlson and Allegra Hanson. She genuinely likes the three friends and her first story is well received by them. But as the search for Xavier continues, Savannah detectives Julie Daltrey and Luke Walker suspect one of his friends is involved in his disappearance. And when the case takes a deadly turn, Harper begins to wonder if they might be right.
Harper is an intuitive reporter who has a good relationship with the local police. Their rapport sometimes gives her bit of an edge but it is her hard work and tenacity that contribute to her successful career. With Xavier's story, Harper maintains her objectivity despite how much she likes Cara, Hunter and Allegra. But as time passes, she cannot help but wonder about the strange tension between the three friends. She senses something is definitely wrong, but did one of them murder Xavier?
In the midst of covering Xavier's story, Harper learns disturbing news that she might be in serious danger. Still determined to solve her mother's murder, Harper is stunned by new details that turn her investigation in a shocking direction. With answers almost within in her reach, how much is Harper willing to risk in order to uncover the truth?
Revolver Road is a mesmerizing mystery that is suspenseful and engrossing. Harper is an incredibly gutsy reporter whose troubled past is about to collide with the present. Although distracted by the peril she is facing, she is still determined to ferret out the truth about Xavier's murder. With shocking twists, Christi Daugherty brings this complex mystery to an action-packed conclusion. Old and new fans of the Harper McClain series are sure to enjoy this latest installment in the series.
Revolver Road by Christi Daugherty is a multi-layered mystery. This third installment in the Harper McClain series can be read as a standalone but I highly recommend reading the first two books for important backstory.
Reporter Harper McClain is temporarily living on Tybee Island when she becomes involved with a missing person's case. Harper cannot help but wonder if the gunshot reports from the night before might have something to do with musician Xavier Rayne disappearance. Hoping to score a huge scoop, she spends time with Xavier's actress girlfriend Cara Brand and bandmates Hunter Carlson and Allegra Hanson. She genuinely likes the three friends and her first story is well received by them. But as the search for Xavier continues, Savannah detectives Julie Daltrey and Luke Walker suspect one of his friends is involved in his disappearance. And when the case takes a deadly turn, Harper begins to wonder if they might be right.
Harper is an intuitive reporter who has a good relationship with the local police. Their rapport sometimes gives her bit of an edge but it is her hard work and tenacity that contribute to her successful career. With Xavier's story, Harper maintains her objectivity despite how much she likes Cara, Hunter and Allegra. But as time passes, she cannot help but wonder about the strange tension between the three friends. She senses something is definitely wrong, but did one of them murder Xavier?
In the midst of covering Xavier's story, Harper learns disturbing news that she might be in serious danger. Still determined to solve her mother's murder, Harper is stunned by new details that turn her investigation in a shocking direction. With answers almost within in her reach, how much is Harper willing to risk in order to uncover the truth?
Revolver Road is a mesmerizing mystery that is suspenseful and engrossing. Harper is an incredibly gutsy reporter whose troubled past is about to collide with the present. Although distracted by the peril she is facing, she is still determined to ferret out the truth about Xavier's murder. With shocking twists, Christi Daugherty brings this complex mystery to an action-packed conclusion. Old and new fans of the Harper McClain series are sure to enjoy this latest installment in the series.
kakistos's review against another edition
3.0
A weak and anti-climactic central mystery and resolution to the mystery of who killed Harper’s mother makes for a dull read.
The main mystery had no twists or complications. Completely straight forward and has been done a million times.
The solution to the three book, decades long mystery was just handed to Harper on a silver platter by talking to two people. You’d think the main character would have had more of a hand in uncovering what happened. And then it’s resolved in a cliched manner in a couple of chapters. It felt like the author just wanted to get it over with.
This would have been a two star read, except I still like the author’s writing and characters. The first two books were easy four star books.
The main mystery had no twists or complications. Completely straight forward and has been done a million times.
The solution to the three book, decades long mystery was just handed to Harper on a silver platter by talking to two people. You’d think the main character would have had more of a hand in uncovering what happened. And then it’s resolved in a cliched manner in a couple of chapters. It felt like the author just wanted to get it over with.
This would have been a two star read, except I still like the author’s writing and characters. The first two books were easy four star books.
cj_mo_2222's review against another edition
4.0
Reporter Harper McClain has been warned that her mother's murderer sixteen years ago now has Harper in his sights. She temporarily relocates from Savannah to Tybee Island to try to stay safe. She is more determined than ever to learn the identity of the man who killed her mother. While working on that, she is assigned to cover the case of a missing musician, Xavier Rayne, for the Savannah Daily News. Can Harper do that story justice while looking into her mom's case without becoming the killer's next victim?
I enjoyed the first book in this series, but missed the second one. I was able to jump right into "Revolver Road" even though I missed the prior book. Even if you are completely new to the series, I think this book stands on its own. The case of Xavier's disappearance is mysterious and kept my interest from the very beginning. With all the drama involved in Harper's covering of the story and doing some investigating on her own, the solution was somewhat anti-climatic. However, I like seeing Harper in action as a journalist and love that the author includes some of her finished stories.
The search for Harper's mother's killer is a storyline than continues through from the beginning of the series. This provides tension throughout the book since Harper's life is in danger. Harper's own investigation also puts her back in the orbit of her ex-boyfriend, Detective Luke Walker. The author does a great job at making the relationships in the book come to life. This is true of Harper's professional relationship with her colleagues at the newspaper, her best friend Bonnie, and of course Luke. You can feel the chemistry between these characters and I am hopeful but unsure about how things will ultimately turn out for them.
There are some flaws in the book, like Harper quickly becoming the confidante for Xavier's friends, even when they stay they don't trust her. However, I really like Harper and enjoyed the book. I think fans of the series as well as readers who enjoy books by Hank Philippi Ryan will like this exciting mystery by Christi Daugherty.
I received this book from NetGalley through the courtesy of Minotaur Books. The book was provided to me in exchange for an honest review.
I enjoyed the first book in this series, but missed the second one. I was able to jump right into "Revolver Road" even though I missed the prior book. Even if you are completely new to the series, I think this book stands on its own. The case of Xavier's disappearance is mysterious and kept my interest from the very beginning. With all the drama involved in Harper's covering of the story and doing some investigating on her own, the solution was somewhat anti-climatic. However, I like seeing Harper in action as a journalist and love that the author includes some of her finished stories.
The search for Harper's mother's killer is a storyline than continues through from the beginning of the series. This provides tension throughout the book since Harper's life is in danger. Harper's own investigation also puts her back in the orbit of her ex-boyfriend, Detective Luke Walker. The author does a great job at making the relationships in the book come to life. This is true of Harper's professional relationship with her colleagues at the newspaper, her best friend Bonnie, and of course Luke. You can feel the chemistry between these characters and I am hopeful but unsure about how things will ultimately turn out for them.
There are some flaws in the book, like Harper quickly becoming the confidante for Xavier's friends, even when they stay they don't trust her. However, I really like Harper and enjoyed the book. I think fans of the series as well as readers who enjoy books by Hank Philippi Ryan will like this exciting mystery by Christi Daugherty.
I received this book from NetGalley through the courtesy of Minotaur Books. The book was provided to me in exchange for an honest review.
gl_cool's review against another edition
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
4.0
Another solid book in the series
basicbsguide's review against another edition
4.0
Revolver Road takes us back to the troubles of crime reporter Harper McClain on the streets of Savannah. This is the third book in the series and I recommend reading the others first. You need a bit of background on Harper to fully understand what the author is resolving within this storyline. I missed out on the first book but read last years A Beautiful Corpse.
I’m not much of a #bookseries reader and tend to gravitate towards standalone books. Series are big commitments to me and I avoid commitment like the plague with my reading life. Daugherty’s Harper McClain series has me changing my tune. When I pick up a book in the Harper series, I feel like I’m coming home. I’m simply comfortable and cozy and I’m a satisfied reader. Daughtery’s books are great for a vast audience. Harper is a well-developed and complicated character; the setting of Savannah is ideal and the story is not overly complex. Highly recommend this series if you’re looking for something you can curl up under a blanket with and fans will be delighted to finally get some long answered questions.
I’m not much of a #bookseries reader and tend to gravitate towards standalone books. Series are big commitments to me and I avoid commitment like the plague with my reading life. Daugherty’s Harper McClain series has me changing my tune. When I pick up a book in the Harper series, I feel like I’m coming home. I’m simply comfortable and cozy and I’m a satisfied reader. Daughtery’s books are great for a vast audience. Harper is a well-developed and complicated character; the setting of Savannah is ideal and the story is not overly complex. Highly recommend this series if you’re looking for something you can curl up under a blanket with and fans will be delighted to finally get some long answered questions.
readinggrrl's review against another edition
4.0
Harper is laying low, ever since the mysterious phone call that told her that the person who killed her mother was after her. Living in a small town outside of Savannah for the summer Harper is trying to get over her relationship with Luke the Savannah cop and still keep her job as a newspaper reporter going. Although not much happens in this sleepy little town, until one night when her scanner starts screaming about 3 people calling in a shooting. But with no body is there really something to investigate?
When an upcoming guitar player is reported missing Harper knows that the shooting and the disappearance are connected. She ingratiates herself into the fold of the guitar players group in order to get the scoop on the story.
In addition Harper is getting anonymous phone calls telling her to investigate the Southern Mafia, where she discovers a connection to her father, a deadly connection. Now that Harper knows who might be after her she is even more terrified.
Well written mystery. I really love Harper and her "dog with a bone" attitude when it comes to the news. She is tough even though she doesn't believe she is. I am really routing for her with her relationship with Luke although how a cop and a reporter can stay together is going to be a tough one, I think one of them is going to have to give up something they love in order to remain with each other. This series is definitely worth the read.
When an upcoming guitar player is reported missing Harper knows that the shooting and the disappearance are connected. She ingratiates herself into the fold of the guitar players group in order to get the scoop on the story.
In addition Harper is getting anonymous phone calls telling her to investigate the Southern Mafia, where she discovers a connection to her father, a deadly connection. Now that Harper knows who might be after her she is even more terrified.
Well written mystery. I really love Harper and her "dog with a bone" attitude when it comes to the news. She is tough even though she doesn't believe she is. I am really routing for her with her relationship with Luke although how a cop and a reporter can stay together is going to be a tough one, I think one of them is going to have to give up something they love in order to remain with each other. This series is definitely worth the read.
robinlovesreading's review against another edition
5.0
Her mother's murderer is going to kill her. Yes, Harper McClain is in fear of her life. A very successful reporter, yet hiding from a killer. Instead of living and working in beautiful Savannah, Harper is ensconced in a small beach house on Tybee Island. She can barely get a cell phone signal. However, she must stay hidden until the police can find the person behind the phone call that has terrified Harper.
As it is, Harper has never, ever forgot her mother's murder. It happened when she was quite young, but she saw the killer. It is decades later and now the killer has made his mark. With police protection Harper is at least able to work at the paper. When someone right there in that small town has suddenly disappeared, Xavier Rayne, Harper seeks to get to the bottom of things. The newspaper she works for is floundering, and Xavier is a huge singer, so if Harper solves this - and gets front page coverage - the paper might have a chance at surviving.
It is clear that Xavier drowned, as facts prove, but Harper senses there is much more behind that so she interviews those closest to Xavier. Meanwhile, the threats against her continue. Can she find Xavier's killer and not become a victim herself from her initial threat?
Revolver Road is the third book in the Harper McClain series. I found it to be a compelling read and both Harper's past and present, and dealing with the murder case, kept my interest, especially as the twists and turns flew by at a rapid pace. I look forward to whatever else Christi Daugherty has in store, and really hope Harper will be back for at least one more story. Although this book will do quite well as a standalone, the first two books in the series are The Echo Killing and A Beautiful Corpse. They were also excellent reads.
Many thanks to Minotaur Books and to Edelweiss for this ARC for review in exchange for my honest opinion.
As it is, Harper has never, ever forgot her mother's murder. It happened when she was quite young, but she saw the killer. It is decades later and now the killer has made his mark. With police protection Harper is at least able to work at the paper. When someone right there in that small town has suddenly disappeared, Xavier Rayne, Harper seeks to get to the bottom of things. The newspaper she works for is floundering, and Xavier is a huge singer, so if Harper solves this - and gets front page coverage - the paper might have a chance at surviving.
It is clear that Xavier drowned, as facts prove, but Harper senses there is much more behind that so she interviews those closest to Xavier. Meanwhile, the threats against her continue. Can she find Xavier's killer and not become a victim herself from her initial threat?
Revolver Road is the third book in the Harper McClain series. I found it to be a compelling read and both Harper's past and present, and dealing with the murder case, kept my interest, especially as the twists and turns flew by at a rapid pace. I look forward to whatever else Christi Daugherty has in store, and really hope Harper will be back for at least one more story. Although this book will do quite well as a standalone, the first two books in the series are The Echo Killing and A Beautiful Corpse. They were also excellent reads.
Many thanks to Minotaur Books and to Edelweiss for this ARC for review in exchange for my honest opinion.
ncrabb's review against another edition
5.0
I heard the author interviewed on "Saturday Live," A BBC Radio 4 program at the ungodly hour of 4 a.m. one Saturday--December of 2020 if memory serves. She did a magnificent interview, and I knew from that sleepless early hour that I needed to read her books. I've never been disappointed! This is a 10-star trilogy in a five-star world. What appears to be the final book was masterfully written, filled with the kind of suspense that makes it impossible to put down while you read or forget later after you're done.
A rising music star lives with his girlfriend and two others in a beach house near Savannah. That house isn't far from the isolated house on Tybee Island where Harper McClain temporarily lives. She moved there because her mother's killer is out of prison, and Harper's sure the guy is coming after her. The house is close enough that Harper hears gunshots. The local cops dismiss it as fireworks until they learn otherwise.
Fishermen find the body of Xavier Rayne, the rising-star singer. He didn't drown. He had two bullet holes in him, and they didn't get there after he went into the water.
It requires every resource Harper has, and she's a resourceful woman by every measure, to deal with both the dead musician and a psycho killer who wants to finish the job he started decades earlier when he killed Harper's mom.
I love these characters. Daugherty's description of the economic woes in the modern newsroom are hard-core accurate. I've enjoyed every book in the entire trilogy, but this third book was a gloriously suspenseful experience. The Sophie Amoss narration adds so much to the compelling nature of the book. I'm convinced her narration gives the book additional zing that it doesn't have without it.
A rising music star lives with his girlfriend and two others in a beach house near Savannah. That house isn't far from the isolated house on Tybee Island where Harper McClain temporarily lives. She moved there because her mother's killer is out of prison, and Harper's sure the guy is coming after her. The house is close enough that Harper hears gunshots. The local cops dismiss it as fireworks until they learn otherwise.
Fishermen find the body of Xavier Rayne, the rising-star singer. He didn't drown. He had two bullet holes in him, and they didn't get there after he went into the water.
It requires every resource Harper has, and she's a resourceful woman by every measure, to deal with both the dead musician and a psycho killer who wants to finish the job he started decades earlier when he killed Harper's mom.
I love these characters. Daugherty's description of the economic woes in the modern newsroom are hard-core accurate. I've enjoyed every book in the entire trilogy, but this third book was a gloriously suspenseful experience. The Sophie Amoss narration adds so much to the compelling nature of the book. I'm convinced her narration gives the book additional zing that it doesn't have without it.
books_with_bethany_c's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0