Overall the book was OK. The main character was likable. I was a little disoriented though how she could flip flop between 'bad ass' and almost catatonic. That felt too extreme given her life experiences.

Whoa!!! This surprised the hell out of me. I was instantly intrigued by the delicious cover ❤️.
I am so glad I stumbled upon this little hidden gem 💎

— The plot

Sandy is a retired escort now turned private eye (detective). She has been enjoying this nice and safe little life along with her six year old son, Tyler. One day she is contacted by someone she hasn’t seen or heard from in six years, another old ‘coworker’. She has been hired to investigate the disappearance of one of the new girls. Easy peasy right? Wrong! Soon, Sandy learns this was way bigger than she ever could have imagined. This isn’t just pimp stuff and missing hookers……. Lives are being trafficked.

I will be honest and admit that I was a little hesitant at the start. Once I got about 30% in……. I was all invested. Sandy is one of those characters that you’re rooting for but still continues to make stupid decisions just to be the hero. I could live with that. As she once lived that awful life, she wants to save anyone and everyone from that deep dark place. This has a little action, which I didn’t mind…. Considering the heavy weight of the story.

I am delighted to say this a fantastic book. Loved every minute of it! I highly recommend this if you can bear the trigger warnings. It is 3:18am as I am writing this, so you know it must be good!
** Trigger warnings are sexual assault, prostitution, human trafficking, and I might be missing some. You have been warned**

I’d like to thank NetGalley, Oceanview Publishing, and Thomas B. Cavanagh for a copy. All opinions are my own.
Expected release date July 2, 2024
4.5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This had me on the edge of my seat to the point where I had to stay up til 2am to finish. This was a thrill ride from start to finish and I'm so incredibly glad to have been able to read this. When will there be more?!

Sandy has a dark past that she thought she'd left behind, but she must call on the painful lessons of her past in order to help someone else. Not a light read, but engrossing and well-written. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the eARC.

Delving into the dark realms of prostitution and human trafficking, this book is not an easy read. It's candid about a haunting issue that is often overlooked in society, yet avoids being overly graphic. However, it's an essential read to raise awareness about a problem that's more widespread than we might think.

The lead character is a remarkable embodiment of resilience and strength. Having faced unimaginable adversities, her journey showcases courage that's both inspiring and touching. She's genuinely endearing, and her compassion, even when it leads her into peril, resonates deeply.

A potent mix of heartrending moments, suspense, wit, and unexpected twists, the narrative had me riveted. The caliber of the writing was truly impressive, making me wonder how I hadn't come across this author earlier. The plot is insightful and well-researched, balancing the gravity of the subject with an engaging storyline.

For those who appreciate intense, enlightening reads that don't skimp on action and suspense, this is a must-read. I'd give it a solid 4.5 stars.

A big thank you to Netgalley and Oceanview Publishing for this advanced copy.

Sandy thought she had left her old life behind, but soon she must revisit her past in attempt to help another. Not a happy book, but definitely a page turner.

This was a bit of a dark read involving prostitution and human trafficking. I will warn readers that it's not extremely detailed but still not for the faint of heart due to the subject matter. This is one of those books that NEEDS to be read because it is way more common than anyone really knows and it brings to light the issues that so many in the world like to ignore.

The protagonist in this was such a strong female character who has been through hell and back and is still fighting. She's highly likeable and compassionate to the point of danger. This is a real page-turner with humor, nerve-wracking suspense and tragedy. The writing was phenomenal and I'm surprised that I honestly have not heard of this author before this. The story was brilliant and the author clearly did his homework. While this was a real-life eye opener, the story still maintained to entertain and give the reader the action and twists and turns that we all love. I highly recommend this one. Four and a half stars.

Thank you Netgalley and Oceanview Publishing for this ARC.