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aethena1313's review
4.0
As with all of AJ Rose's books, I enjoyed getting to know the main characters. The relationship between the two MC's feels natural, and it is easy to be charmed by their interactions.
As an avid reader of both fiction and non-fiction mysteries, I appreciated the interesting approach to creating a villain for the MC's to catch, but I struggled a bit with the law enforcement procedure. A couple moments were a bit too dramatized for me. I did enjoy the core of the plot and action, but I had a bit of trouble getting past the law enforcement procedure missteps. Theoretically, the moments are possible, just really improbable. As long as you aren't reading too many books by retired FBI agents you probably won't notice.
This story is an entertaining M/M action/romance, and I am looking forward to starting the next one.
As an avid reader of both fiction and non-fiction mysteries, I appreciated the interesting approach to creating a villain for the MC's to catch, but I struggled a bit with the law enforcement procedure. A couple moments were a bit too dramatized for me. I did enjoy the core of the plot and action, but I had a bit of trouble getting past the law enforcement procedure missteps. Theoretically, the moments are possible, just really improbable. As long as you aren't reading too many books by retired FBI agents you probably won't notice.
This story is an entertaining M/M action/romance, and I am looking forward to starting the next one.
annagy's review
It felt very stilted and not unlike a sandwich on a dry bread with no butter.
terriaminute's review
informative
medium-paced
2.5
This is not terrible, but not great, either. It's very info-dumpy at first (which is probably great if you know nothing about this type of crime fighting). It becomes less so farther in, but never stops. I already knew everything dumped at me, so...
Worse, the author dumps what characters are feeling as well, telling rather than showing me in more realistic ways. Maybe the author will improve, but I'm not going to bother with book 2.
And, there were no plot surprises for me. Some tension, but not enough to lure me further.
Worse, the author dumps what characters are feeling as well, telling rather than showing me in more realistic ways. Maybe the author will improve, but I'm not going to bother with book 2.
And, there were no plot surprises for me. Some tension, but not enough to lure me further.
jeansbooks's review
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
lmb50's review
dark
emotional
informative
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
booknerd_charlie's review
adventurous
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
The Family Man is my first A.J. Rose book, and what an excellent choice it was! This was a fast-paced, clever, suspenseful crime novel, filled with compelling characters and a touch of romance to keep readers captivated.
I absolutely fell in love with our two very Special Agents Tracey Smith and Jon Anderson. Talk about a grumpy/sunshine pairing. Agent Smith is a bright ray of rookie light to Agent Anderson's grumpy cynicism. I love how their relationship developed, not necessarily just as a slow burn but as a really deep-rooted kinship. Watching the delicate, masterful way Tracey broke down Jon's walls and cold exterior just dove right into my heart.
A.J. Rose's writing cleverly balanced the crime-solving plot with the romantic touchpoints, as well as allowing all the characters (not just the two main MCs) to really shine. The witty banter between the members of Unit 4 has been some of my favorite writing in a long while. I just love this team dynamic. It's clear that this is going to be the start of a great series for Unit 4 of the BAU and I'm looking forward to reading about many more criminal adventures in future Mind Hacker books.
I absolutely fell in love with our two very Special Agents Tracey Smith and Jon Anderson. Talk about a grumpy/sunshine pairing. Agent Smith is a bright ray of rookie light to Agent Anderson's grumpy cynicism. I love how their relationship developed, not necessarily just as a slow burn but as a really deep-rooted kinship. Watching the delicate, masterful way Tracey broke down Jon's walls and cold exterior just dove right into my heart.
A.J. Rose's writing cleverly balanced the crime-solving plot with the romantic touchpoints, as well as allowing all the characters (not just the two main MCs) to really shine. The witty banter between the members of Unit 4 has been some of my favorite writing in a long while. I just love this team dynamic. It's clear that this is going to be the start of a great series for Unit 4 of the BAU and I'm looking forward to reading about many more criminal adventures in future Mind Hacker books.
fae_princess_in_space's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This was awesome and read like an episode of ‘criminal minds’ or CSI! (In fact the whole way through I pictured Tracey as Spencer Reid!)
Newbie FBI agent Tracey Smith has joined the Behavioural Analysis Unit as a behavioural profiler - using his background in psychology to help catch serial killers. On his first day, he meets his intriguing boss, Jon Anderson, and it makes him start to question his whole stance on romance.
Tracey doesn’t get long to settle in before the team are called to St.Louis to try and stop a serial killer who has been sniping people with a rifle in crowded areas. As Jon and Tracey work together, they learn more about each other and start to bare their darkest secrets to each other in a bid to stay sane during this claustrophobic case.
I loved the action in this one - it was definitely a thriller first, romance second. In fact the whole reason this book only gets 4/5 stars from me is that I actually felt like the romance let it down a bit! I didn’t really buy the relationship between Jon and Tracey - I also wanted to know more about the ability of getting into criminal’s mindsets that was alluded to a couple of times. It’s something that apparently bothers him, but it’s never fully explained. Maybe it’ll come to light more in the rest of the series?
Either way, a really thrilling (and gory!) read, perfect for fans of romantic suspense and crime dramas!
Newbie FBI agent Tracey Smith has joined the Behavioural Analysis Unit as a behavioural profiler - using his background in psychology to help catch serial killers. On his first day, he meets his intriguing boss, Jon Anderson, and it makes him start to question his whole stance on romance.
Tracey doesn’t get long to settle in before the team are called to St.Louis to try and stop a serial killer who has been sniping people with a rifle in crowded areas. As Jon and Tracey work together, they learn more about each other and start to bare their darkest secrets to each other in a bid to stay sane during this claustrophobic case.
I loved the action in this one - it was definitely a thriller first, romance second. In fact the whole reason this book only gets 4/5 stars from me is that I actually felt like the romance let it down a bit! I didn’t really buy the relationship between Jon and Tracey - I also wanted to know more about the ability of getting into criminal’s mindsets that was alluded to a couple of times. It’s something that apparently bothers him, but it’s never fully explained. Maybe it’ll come to light more in the rest of the series?
Either way, a really thrilling (and gory!) read, perfect for fans of romantic suspense and crime dramas!