Mystery
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High Stakes (Logan Tanner, 1)
All bets are off as #1 New York Times bestselling author Iris Johansen introduces gambler Logan Tanner, a man with a secret past that's about to come back to haunt him.
Logan Tanner lives the exhilarating life of a professional gambler, taking risks with nerves of steel. From casinos in Macau to Monte Carlo to Milan, he's racked up a fortune and become a living legend. But all the glitz and glamor hide a dark and violent past as an extractor-a world that comes rushing back to him when the beautiful and innocent Lara Balkon enters his life.
Soon Logan is drawn into the conflict between two Russian mafia bosses over Lara, whose life now hangs in the balance. Logan has been offered something more valuable to him than money-information he desperately needs-in exchange for getting Lara out of Russia and to safety. Once together, Tanner discovers that Lara is a force to be reckoned with in her own right. Tanner's search for the truth leads them to the bright lights of Las Vegas. Where the person who was hunting Lara now lies in wait for them.
With the stakes climbing with each deadly confrontation, Logan and Lara are soon catapulted into a game against pure evil. The odds are stacked against them, but it's a game they know they must play…even if it may cost them their lives.
Logan Tanner lives the exhilarating life of a professional gambler, taking risks with nerves of steel. From casinos in Macau to Monte Carlo to Milan, he's racked up a fortune and become a living legend. But all the glitz and glamor hide a dark and violent past as an extractor-a world that comes rushing back to him when the beautiful and innocent Lara Balkon enters his life.
Soon Logan is drawn into the conflict between two Russian mafia bosses over Lara, whose life now hangs in the balance. Logan has been offered something more valuable to him than money-information he desperately needs-in exchange for getting Lara out of Russia and to safety. Once together, Tanner discovers that Lara is a force to be reckoned with in her own right. Tanner's search for the truth leads them to the bright lights of Las Vegas. Where the person who was hunting Lara now lies in wait for them.
With the stakes climbing with each deadly confrontation, Logan and Lara are soon catapulted into a game against pure evil. The odds are stacked against them, but it's a game they know they must play…even if it may cost them their lives.
Editorial Reviews
"[A]n enthralling, keep-you-on-your-toes read. Enjoy these High Stakes! You won't get a moment to rest!"
―FreshFiction.com
"Logan is a well-written character, who is smart, sexy and a bad-ass... He fits in perfectly in the Iris Johansen world of characters. Here's to more Logan books."
―RedCarpetCrash.com
"There's no one like Iris Johansen!"―Tess Gerritsen, New York Times bestselling author
"A master storyteller, Iris Johansen brings characters to life like no other."―Robert Dugoni, New York Times bestselling author
"Dive into the explosive world of Iris Johansen, where villains get exactly what they deserve and the good guys--eventually--win the day. That's a world I want to live in!"―Tami Hoag, #1 New York Times bestselling author
"Johansen keeps readers on the edge of their seats."―Booklist
"Just by seeing the Iris Johansen name . . . you know [it] will be an explosive, unforgettable story."―Suspense Magazine
―FreshFiction.com
"Logan is a well-written character, who is smart, sexy and a bad-ass... He fits in perfectly in the Iris Johansen world of characters. Here's to more Logan books."
―RedCarpetCrash.com
"There's no one like Iris Johansen!"―Tess Gerritsen, New York Times bestselling author
"A master storyteller, Iris Johansen brings characters to life like no other."―Robert Dugoni, New York Times bestselling author
"Dive into the explosive world of Iris Johansen, where villains get exactly what they deserve and the good guys--eventually--win the day. That's a world I want to live in!"―Tami Hoag, #1 New York Times bestselling author
"Johansen keeps readers on the edge of their seats."―Booklist
"Just by seeing the Iris Johansen name . . . you know [it] will be an explosive, unforgettable story."―Suspense Magazine
Readers Top Reviews
andrea thompsont
I liked that in this book the plan was pretty simple but the father into it the more complicated things get because the plan never goes perfect there is always bumps in the road and i liked that it made me want to read it more and more. 10/10. i think it is a 14+ book because there are parts in it that isn't too kid friendly but other than that its a good book for teens if you are okay with swearing and guns and a not detailed (broad) s*x part that is only takes less than 5 seconds to read (most is skipped).
Twinklemistandrea
Iris Johansen never disappoints! As soon as you begin the adventure you are caught up in the lives, loves, heartache and joy as well as the mystery with twists and turns to the unfolding drama that eventually ties everything together allowing a door to remain open to see these characters appear in another book. Love her writing!
Sharon G. SlifkoK
I have always liked this author because of her good characters and well developed plots. However, this book was all talk and very little action . The plot was thin, and the characters ruminated endlessly about their relationships and situation.
SchultzSharon G.
This was slightly different. It had a lot of action, but it was not as deep as the Eve Duncan series. It occurred to me that while we have a vague description of the men, I have no idea what Lara looks like. While there was eventually sex in it, it was not as constant or descriptive. It felt like this was written in a hurry. It was enjoyable nevertheless.
CteachA Fos cindy
This book has very high reviews, but I had a very difficult time reading it. It was all dialogue. The characters were likable at times, but other times not at all. Some of the conversations was bla, they did not go with the characters personalities. I actually kept reading in hopes that it would get better, but it did not. I have read Johansen’s other books, and really enjoyed them, but this was very dry to me.
