On Her Watch: Bree Taggert, Book 8

4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars | 16,737 ratings

Price: 26.33

Last update: 11-26-2024


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Sheriff Bree Taggert becomes a target when she follows the twisting trail of a serial killer in a bone-chilling novel of suspense by #1 Wall Street Journal bestselling author Melinda Leigh.

A pair of hikers find a tarp-wrapped body in a clearing in the woods. When a search in the surrounding area yields two more, Sheriff Bree Taggert knows they’ve stumbled onto a serial killer’s dumping ground.

With the help of investigator Matt Flynn, Bree works the case. They go to interview Jana, the best friend of one of the victims. But when they arrive at her apartment, it’s been ransacked and set on fire. And Jana is missing.

It’s clear the killer is escalating. To make matters worse, he threatens Bree’s family and a young mother vanishes. Will Bree and Matt uncover the link between the victims before more women die?


Top reviews from the United States

LatinaPhD.Abroad
5.0 out of 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Thrilling, Emotional Ride with Strong Female Leads
Reviewed in the United States on September 25, 2024
“On Her Watch” by Melinda Leigh was a standout choice for our book club. The mix of high-stakes action and deep emotional connections really captured my attention, making this one of the more gripping reads I’ve come across in a while.

What I appreciated most about this book was how well Leigh portrayed strong, resilient women. The protagonist’s determination to protect her loved ones, despite overwhelming obstacles, was a driving force throughout the story. It was easy to root for her, and the tension kept me turning pages late into the night. The balance between romance, suspense, and personal sacrifice felt genuine and compelling.

My book club also found the fast pace and suspenseful plot engaging, but for me, the emotional depth is what really made this book shine. It’s not just about the twists and turns—there’s a strong underlying theme of loyalty and justice that made the story more meaningful. The relationships felt authentic, and I found myself reflecting on the choices the characters had to make long after the last page.

If you’re looking for a thriller that combines action with heartfelt moments and strong character development, On Her Watch is definitely worth the read. It’s a perfect pick for anyone who enjoys a mix of suspense and personal stakes, and I’m already looking forward to more from Melinda Leigh.
Liz
5.0 out of 5 stars On her watch
Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2024
Great book I finished the book quickly, good story. Great family interaction and also a great mystery. Well written book.
Melanie Valente
4.0 out of 5 stars Another fantastic addition to the series
Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2024
On Her Watch was another fantastic addition to the Bree Taggert series featuring Bree's search for a serial killer.

After two hikers find a tarp-wrapped body in the woods, Sheriff Bree Taggert searches the surrounding area and finds two more bodies. Convinced they've found a serial killer's dumping ground, Bree quickly begins her investigation. Working with investigator Matt Flynn, Bree goes to interview one of the victim's best friends only to find the woman's apartment ransacked and set on fire. With another woman missing, the search for the killer has escalated and Bree needs to find the killer quickly before another woman dies.

On Her Watch opens with a young girl running away from home before the book jumps forward in time to Bree getting the call about the hikers finding a body in the woods. When Bree arrives to the scene, it doesn't take long to discover two additional bodies nearby. Serial killer cases tend to make really interesting mysteries so I was looking forward to seeing this plot play out. Also, I was curious how that opening chapter would end up being connected to the plot. Soon after Bree begins her investigation, another woman goes missing which definitely makes things more urgent as the hope is to find her alive. The case goes in several directions and I was somewhat surprised by the reveal of the killer's identity. The final confrontation with the killer was very well done with the perfect mix of action and suspense.

Bree is a great main character and she's come a long way since the first book in the series. She's much more open now and willing to let others in. Her relationship with Matt continues to be amazing. The two moved in together in the previous book and I really enjoyed the little moments we got to see of them together at home with the kids. Bree's family is threatened as a result of her investigation and I have to say that's one thing I didn't love about this book as I feel like they've been targeted so many times throughout the series. Thankfully everything works out for the better and everyone is alright.

Overall On Her Watch was a great read and I'm looking forward to reading the next book in the series, Track Her Down, when it releases next year.
Kindle Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2024
Great writing. I enjoyed it very much. Fast paced and exciting and intense. Can't wait till the next book. I love this series.
S.R.L.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great!
Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2024
This is another well written serial killer book with some darkness that goes with that, but the darkness isn't overwhelming. The pace of the story and the characters are really great. The life of the family, the mystery, the romance, and the action are spread out onto the pages in a totally entertaining way! I really love this book and this series.
Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Another page turner
Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2024
She kept you guessing who was killing all those girls. Another great book, can’t wait for the next one to be released.
SHP
4.0 out of 5 stars Good book, good series.
Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2024
This & related series' makes Kindle Unlimited well worth the monthly price [leading to others as well of course]. But always happy when Melinda Leigh &/or Kendra Elliot have new releases in their various series.

Definitely enjoyed. Slightly confused, but in a good way :). Amazon says book #9 in the series comes out Jan 2025, book 10 the following September. BUT book I saw before downloading this indicated both Bree Taggert & Mercy Kilpatrick #9 is Echo Road. [Audio portion downloading now, ebook ready to go.] Hope they have/will fix the numbering before the Jan release date.

Onward to Echo Road.
blondie always
5.0 out of 5 stars suspense action mystery
Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2024
It took a while to get into the book, but once you got into the actions was amazing and you didn’t want to put it down Bree is an amazing woman and the suspense and actions. Incredible. I highly recommend this book.

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