Thrillers & Suspense
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Blind Tiger
With a "knack for romantic tension and page-turning suspense, this one is a winner." The year 1920 comes in with a roar in this rousing and suspenseful New York Times bestselling novel by Sandra Brown. Prohibition is the new law of the land, but murder, mayhem, lust, and greed are already institutions in the Moonshine Capitol of Texas (Booklist, starred review).
Thatcher Hutton, a war-weary soldier on the way back to his cowboy life, jumps from a moving freight train to avoid trouble . . . and lands in more than he bargained for. On the day he arrives in Foley, Texas, a local woman goes missing. Thatcher, the only stranger in town, is suspected of her abduction, and worse. Standing between him and exoneration are a corrupt mayor, a crooked sheriff, a notorious cathouse madam, a sly bootlegger, feuding moonshiners . . . and a young widow whose soft features conceal an iron will.
What was supposed to be a fresh start for Laurel Plummer turns to tragedy. Left destitute but determined to dictate her own future, Laurel plunges into the lucrative regional industry, much to the dislike of the good ol' boys, who have ruled supreme. Her success quickly makes her a target for cutthroat competitors, whose only code of law is reprisal. As violence erupts, Laurel and-now deputy-Thatcher find themselves on opposite sides of a moonshine war, where blood flows as freely as whiskey.
Thatcher Hutton, a war-weary soldier on the way back to his cowboy life, jumps from a moving freight train to avoid trouble . . . and lands in more than he bargained for. On the day he arrives in Foley, Texas, a local woman goes missing. Thatcher, the only stranger in town, is suspected of her abduction, and worse. Standing between him and exoneration are a corrupt mayor, a crooked sheriff, a notorious cathouse madam, a sly bootlegger, feuding moonshiners . . . and a young widow whose soft features conceal an iron will.
What was supposed to be a fresh start for Laurel Plummer turns to tragedy. Left destitute but determined to dictate her own future, Laurel plunges into the lucrative regional industry, much to the dislike of the good ol' boys, who have ruled supreme. Her success quickly makes her a target for cutthroat competitors, whose only code of law is reprisal. As violence erupts, Laurel and-now deputy-Thatcher find themselves on opposite sides of a moonshine war, where blood flows as freely as whiskey.
Editorial Reviews
"Set in 1920, this superior thriller from bestseller Brown firmly anchors all the action in the plot . . . Laurel and Thatcher are strong and inventive characters, and their surprising decisions and evolving relationship will keep readers engaged. Brown shows why she remains in the top rank of her field."―Publishers Weekly, Starred Review
"Brown doesn't often delve into historical fiction territory, but she does here with gusto, and readers will practically taste the dusty streets of Foley and feel every rickety bump of the moonshiners' trucks. There are shoot-outs and reformed prostitutes and a no-good hillbilly family, but none of it feels like an empty stereotype-it's just all a lot of fun. Combined with Brown's knack for romantic tension and page-turning suspense, this one is a winner."―Booklist, Starred Review
"[Brown's] career masterwork and a genuine masterpiece that's rich in detail woven into a sprawling tapestry."―Providence Journal
"A thrill ride . . . The historical nature of the story regarding the west Texas setting, the Texas Rangers, and how Prohibition made criminals out of those just wanting a beer is intriguing."―BookReporter.com
"Chock-full of memorable and endearing characters, Blind Tiger is an exceptional adventure that mixes mystery, history, rousing action, and a deeply nuanced love story of two wounded people seeking wholeness."―Historical Novels Review
"Creative, wild, and genius . . . Through the talent of this author we enter a world that is ripe with corruption, greed, envy, avarice, violence. And yet Sandra Brown reminds us that . . . there are still those that rise up, believe in love, and have faith."―Fresh Fiction
"A winner."―AARP
"Blind Tiger is an entertaining read featuring a good story, a fascinating setting and interesting characters."―Toronto.com
"A masterful storyteller."―USA Today
"Brown deserves her own genre."―Dallas Morning News
"A novelist who can't write them fast enough."―San Antonio Express-News
"One of the best thriller writers around, period."―Providence Journal
"Brown doesn't often delve into historical fiction territory, but she does here with gusto, and readers will practically taste the dusty streets of Foley and feel every rickety bump of the moonshiners' trucks. There are shoot-outs and reformed prostitutes and a no-good hillbilly family, but none of it feels like an empty stereotype-it's just all a lot of fun. Combined with Brown's knack for romantic tension and page-turning suspense, this one is a winner."―Booklist, Starred Review
"[Brown's] career masterwork and a genuine masterpiece that's rich in detail woven into a sprawling tapestry."―Providence Journal
"A thrill ride . . . The historical nature of the story regarding the west Texas setting, the Texas Rangers, and how Prohibition made criminals out of those just wanting a beer is intriguing."―BookReporter.com
"Chock-full of memorable and endearing characters, Blind Tiger is an exceptional adventure that mixes mystery, history, rousing action, and a deeply nuanced love story of two wounded people seeking wholeness."―Historical Novels Review
"Creative, wild, and genius . . . Through the talent of this author we enter a world that is ripe with corruption, greed, envy, avarice, violence. And yet Sandra Brown reminds us that . . . there are still those that rise up, believe in love, and have faith."―Fresh Fiction
"A winner."―AARP
"Blind Tiger is an entertaining read featuring a good story, a fascinating setting and interesting characters."―Toronto.com
"A masterful storyteller."―USA Today
"Brown deserves her own genre."―Dallas Morning News
"A novelist who can't write them fast enough."―San Antonio Express-News
"One of the best thriller writers around, period."―Providence Journal
Readers Top Reviews
Lori SwongiJENNA
This is something the I never would have selected had it not been a Sandra Brown. I'm really happy I did, it was interesting, educational and enjoyable.
Elke Simons-Yarbr
I’ve read everyone of Sandra Brown’s books and they’ve always been a great read. But hands down this is my favorite. The research done on the post war twenties was spot on, thanks to politics and prohibition the years from 1920 to 1933 were lawless for a huge portion of the population in the USA. Lawmen and average citizens straddled both sides of the law and Ms. Brown captured all the nuances of that. She tells a very simple story, that of an honorable man caught up in a turf war between dishonorable lawmen, moonshiners and everyday citizens in a small town in Texas. And she does it beautifully. The book has Ms. Brown’s usual mix of suspense, murder, and action with a gentle slow burn love story woven thru. But the best part of this book is her ability to pull you into a time and place in American history that bordered on despair lawlessness and poverty. If you love a good story that isn’t a fast read (the book has over 60 chapters!) and are not a skimmer or need a quick fix read then this ones a keeper! Thank you Sandra Brown!
JudyElke Simons-Y
1920's, prohibition, speakeases , bootleggers, moonshine and greed in a small town in Texas makes for a terrific story. Even the wars between the competition of the out of the way bars and back rooms, to the pleasure house in the upper floors. Alk of this made this book an excellent read.
Carol L. HoefsJud
Sandra brown has written a fantastic story that happens shortly after WW I and takes place in Texas. The story involves bootleggers who are constantly fighting to take over the other business from other bootleggers, It involves corrupt politician and law enforcement. Blind Tiger has a mixture of everything, and you will not be disappointed. If you want action and intensity, read Blind Tiger. Sandra Brown has a great with this book.
SlickCarol L. Hoe
Blind Tiger has unexpected twists and turns that keep the reader wondering, “What’s next?” A well crafted plot revolves around two of its main characters. Staying true to her style, scenes of steamy action add to the intensity of the storyline. Drawing on local history even few native Texans know, adds the right amount of authentic color. I might guess which town is portrayed, as my own roots are deep nearby. Sandra did it again. This one should another best seller. An enjoyable throughout. Keep’em coming Sandra. C B
