"The Witness" by Nora Roberts follows the story of Elizabeth Fitch, a young girl who witnesses a murder by the Russian mafia and is forced to go into hiding. Twelve years later, living under a new identity, she attracts the attention of the local police chief, Brooks. The book delves into Elizabeth's past, her struggles to overcome fear and trauma, and her journey towards love and trust. The plot combines elements of suspense, romance, and thriller, showcasing the strength and resilience of the main character, Elizabeth.
The writing style of Nora Roberts in "The Witness" is praised for its ability to captivate readers from the start. The book is described as engaging, with an intense beginning that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. The character development, especially that of Elizabeth, is highlighted as a strong point, with readers finding her to be a compelling and unique protagonist. The blend of romance, mystery, and intrigue in the plot, along with the well-crafted dialogue and detail, contributes to making this a gripping and entertaining read.
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Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings
The content warnings for The Witness include themes of murder, violence, and potential PTSD stemming from past trauma.
Has Romance?
Yes, there is a high level of romance in The Witness, with a significant focus on the developing relationship between Abigail and Brooks.
From The Publisher:
In her stunning 200th novel, #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts proves why no one is better "when it comes to flawlessly fusing high-stakes suspense with red-hot romance" (Booklist, starred review).
Daughter of a cold, controlling mother and an anonymous donor, studious, obedient Elizabeth Fitch finally let loose one night, drinking too much at a nightclub and allowing a strange man's seductive Russian accent to lure her to a house on Lake Shore Drive.
Twelve years later, the woman now known as Abigail Lowery lives alone on the outskirts of a small town in the Ozarks. A freelance security systems designer, her own protection is supplemented by a fierce dog and an assortment of firearms. She keeps to herself, saying little, revealing nothing. Unfortunately, that seems to be the quickest way to get attention in a tiny southern town.
The mystery of Abigail Lowery and her sharp mind, secretive nature and unromantic viewpoint intrigues local police chief Brooks Gleason, on both a personal and professional level. And while he suspects that Abigail needs protection from something, Gleason is accustomed to two-bit troublemakers, not the powerful and dangerous men who are about to have him in their sights.
And Abigail Lowery, who has built a life based on security and self-control, is at risk of losing both.
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2 comment(s)
Holy shit, I love this book.
Have you ever finished a book, and then wanted to start it back over immediately, because you simply can't bear to be parted from this story yet? That is exactly my love for this book. I just don't want to leave.
Nothing else needs to be said really.
I'm a huge fan of Nora Roberts. Really, she is my number one for romantic suspense and definitely one of my favorite writers ever. Well, I admit that some of her books are not as good as the others, but still, most of them are great fun. To me, she is the queen of stand-alone romantic suspense, and
The Witness is one of the best examples.
What makes stories from Nora Roberts so unique are the characters. They are always interesting, different, and so real. It is impossible not to like them. Her heroines are clever and independent, and her heroes are not some dumbass alpha males. Abigail and Brooks are here to prove it. Abigail is not just some damsel in distress; she is strong and clever. I actually liked that Abigail is some kind of a genius; it makes her more memorable. And Brooks is cute without losing his masculinity. It's good that he seems to be so 'normal' and doesn't have any trauma from the past or something. It would be too much.
I have also enjoyed the plot. Sixteen-year-old Abigail, who goes by Elizabeth or Liz back then, witnesses a murder committed by the Russian mafia. She goes under witness protection, but she is betrayed by the ones who should defend her, and she runs away. In modern times, she hides in a small town in Ozark where she meets Brooks, who is fascinated by her. I enjoyed both parts of the story. In my opinion, the first part, which is, by the way, a well-written and interesting story on its own, is necessary to fully understand Abigail and her choices. It makes her a much more complicated heroine. I also enjoyed the additional criminal case connected with the local businessman.
But above all, it is all about the love between Abigail and Brooks. It takes only three months to build their relationship, but it's fully developed and believable.
This book has everything I really like about Nora Roberts.
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About the Author:
Nora Roberts is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than 200 novels. She is also the author of the bestselling In Death series written under the pen name J. D. Robb. There are more than 500 million copies of her…
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