By: S.E. Redfearn
Narrator: Curt Bonnem
ISBN: 9798212263146
Publisher: Blackstone Publishing
Publication Date: 10/08/2024
Format: Hardcover
My Rating: 5 Stars + (ARC)
From the internationally bestselling author of In an Instant and Hadley & Grace comes Two Good Men, a searing drama about two men on a quest for justice—from opposite sides of the law.
Dick Raynes feared this day would come. Otis Parsons, a violent pedophile, has been released from prison, and Dick’s sister Dee is the one who helped put him behind bars.
Dick’s marriage is over, and his career is in shambles, so with nothing to lose, he sets out to do whatever it takes to keep Dee and her son Jesse safe. But Otis is just the beginning. Dick quickly discovers the dark truth about repeat sex offenders and finds himself unable to turn away. Using his knowledge as a scientist to develop a formula able to predict those most likely strike again, he sets out to protect future victims the law is powerless to defend.
FBI agent Steve Patterson investigates crimes against sex offenders, running a department he created after his son was killed by a vigilante mother who targeted the wrong person. Recognizing a disturbing pattern of untimely deaths in recently released felons, he sets out to figure out who’s behind it. What he doesn’t expect to find is another chance at love—with the sister of the man he is chasing.
Dick’s strong sense of right and wrong is tested as he pursues and neutralizes the most dangerous threats, while Steve makes it his mission to stop this vigilante serial killer before he is labeled a hero. Both men’s pursuits are noble, but only one can prevail.
Praise
"A brisk and gritty thriller with a strong psychological undercurrent."
-- "Kirkus Reviews"
"Redfearn impresses in this taut thriller."
-- "Publishers Weekly"
"A cat and mouse game like no other! Stark, brilliant, and deeply thrilling, Two Good Men will change everything you thought you knew about good versus evil. With twists and turns that will keep you guessing until the final page, this is a masterful take on the true meaning of morality."
-- "Brooke Beyfuss, author of After We Were Stolen"
"A twisted plot with believable characters, you can't help but need to turn page after page while questioning your own reactions. S. E. Redfearn has once again grabbed hold of her readers' emotions with Two Good Men and leads you on a journey you never expected to be on."
-- "Steena Holmes, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of The Sister Under the Stairs "
"S. E. Redfearn's Two Good Men is compulsive and compelling. A powerful meditation on good vs. evil, right vs. wrong, and justice vs. vengeance. It leaves the reader with far more questions than answers, while fearlessly asking the hard ones anyway. Suspenseful, uncompromising, and timely; don't miss it."
-- "J. Todd Scott, author of Call the Dark"
My Review
Suzanne Redfearn's (favorite author) new breakout thriller under S.E. Redfearn (pen name), TWO GOOD MEN, is one of her best! Featuring two men on a quest for justice—from opposite sides of the law—in her latest twisty, edgy, and riveting cat-and-mouse psychological thriller!
About...
Otis Parson, a violent felon, has just been released from prison. Dick Raynes is worried because his sister, Dee, is the one who helped put him there. He must keep Dee and her son safe and will do whatever he can.
Man One: Dick Raynes uses his knowledge as a scientist to develop a formula and can predict those offenders most likely to strike again. He is trying to protect future victims, wherein the law has failed.
Man Two: FBI agent Steve Patterson investigates crimes against those who have paid their dues for past mistakes, running a department he created after his son was killed by a vigilante mother who targeted the wrong person.
Steve is seeing a pattern of untimely deaths of recently released felons and is investigating to see who is behind it. In the meantime, he is now dating the sister of the man he is chasing.
With a dangerous game of cat and mouse, Dick is straddling right/wrong, good vs. evil, and to some, he is seen as a hero vigilante, stopping felons and pedophiles from striking again and saving lives, mainly children.
However, Steve must stop the vigilante serial killer before it gets out of control and he strikes again.
Both are connected by a woman they both love and want to protect. This woman is Dee, Dick's sister, and Steve's girlfriend. How will this complex relationship affect their pursuit of justice?
My thoughts...
TWO GOOD MEN is a gripping, thought-provoking psychological thriller that delves into the complexities of right and wrong. Both men, driven by their sense of justice, are on opposite sides of the law. While seemingly righteous, their actions blur the lines between right and wrong.
This narrative will undoubtedly leave you pondering the age-old question: who is truly in the right? It's a compelling read that will keep you on the edge of your seat!
The novel will make you consider what you would do in the same position. It is full of suspense, action, and intensity! The author brilliantly explores good vs. evil and justice vs. vengeance.
With a heartrending and emotional narrative, TWO GOOD MEN introduces readers to a cast of well-developed characters. The story, told from two main POVs, draws readers into the intense cat-and-mouse game between two men determined to protect the innocent.
As they navigate the murky waters of justice and morality, readers will be captivated by the relentless pursuit of their mission.
I loved Suzanne's Author's Note, in which she shared the personal experiences and real-life events that inspired this gripping tale of justice and revenge. Fans of Breaking Bad will find the moral dilemmas and intense action in TWO GOOD MEN just as compelling!
I am a huge fan of the author, having read all of her books—her ability to craft complex characters and twisty plots never fails to impress. I cannot wait to see what other thrilling stories she has in store for us!
Recs...
TWO GOOD MEN is for fans of the author and those who enjoy thought-provoking, smart, and gritty dramas. Readers who enjoy Hank Phillipi Ryan, Wendy Walker, Mary Kubica, Christina McDonald, and Michele Campbell will delight. (all favs)
Thanks to Blackstone Publishing and NetGalley for the opportunity to read an advanced copy and provide an honest opinion.
@JudithDCollins | #JDCMustReadBooks
My Rating: 5 Stars
Pub Date: Oct 8, 2024
About the Author
S. E. Redfearn is the bestselling author of seven novels. Her books have been published in twenty-four countries and been recognized by RT Reviews, Target Recommends, Goodreads, Publisher’s Marketplace, and Kirkus Reviews. Her #1 Amazon bestseller, In an Instant, was awarded the Best New Fiction Award from Best Book Awards and was a Goodreads Choice Awards Finalist. She lives in Laguna Beach, California, with her family, where she and her husband own two restaurants: Lumberyard and Slice Pizza & Beer. WEBSITE
