A Strike to the Heart by Danielle Grandinetti

A Strike to the Heart is a historical romance filled with suspense and heart-thumping action.

Book Blurb

She’s fiercely independent. He’s determined to protect her. 

Wisconsin, 1933–When a routine mission becomes an ambush that kills his team, Craft Agency sniper Miles Wright determines to find the persons responsible and protect the woman he rescued. But the fierce independence that led Lily Moore to leave her family’s dairy business for the solitary life of a dog trainer and the isolation of her farm don’t make that easy. Neither does his unwanted attraction to her. Meanwhile, escalating incidents confirm that she’s far from safe.

Lily fears letting the surprisingly gentle retired marine into her life almost as much as she fears whoever is threatening her. As Wisconsin farmers edge toward another milk strike, one that will surely turn violent, it becomes clear that the plot against Lily may be part of a much larger conspiracy. When the search for her abductor leads close to home, she must decide whether to trust her family or the man who saved her life.

My Thoughts

With an explosive beginning, A Strike to the Heart drew me in immediately. The tension had me glued to the page as the story unfolded. Grandinetti knows how to write suspense.

Miles proves to be an incredible lead with his strong sense of duty and determination. Lily holds her own, providing a relatable heroine with a balance of strength and sensitivity. They balance each other well throughout the story, strong when the other is vulnerable, which provides an enjoyable romance.

The spiritual arc is a bit subtle, but there are threads of it throughout the book as the characters learn to rely more on God.

Overall, A Strike to the Heart is an exceptional tale that historical romance and suspense fans alike will enjoy.

(Note: I received a complimentary copy for review. I was not required to post a positive review. All opinions expressed are my own.)

Further Information

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And if you haven’t read the prequel novella To Stand in the Breach, you can read my review here.