This is the concluding book of the Chesapeake Valor series and Dani Pettrey did not disappoint.  Sometimes when a series concludes, it is the weakest book of the series.  This one is not.  It is on par with the other three.  This book has not one but two story arcs going at the same time.  There is so much action and suspense that I was worn out when I finished.  One story arc solved a mystery that was the reason this group of friends is so driven in their career pursuits.  The other is the reunion of Luke and Kate.  I love that their reunion was not sappy nor so drawn out and angst ridden that you skipped over those parts.  Overall a great book and a very satisfying conclusion to the series.  You want to read them all.  It is well worth your time.
 
I was given an ARC by the publisher.

This was such an amazing story.  Full of issues taking place today and closure for the characters involved.  Terrorism, deceit, and non stop action make this book hard to put down book.  Engaging characters and a captivating storyline.

Dead Drift brings together all of the characters from the Chesapeake Valor series working together in a gripping adventure to stop a deadly terrorist and his associates. Danger was around every corner as they raced against time with an ending that was a breath stealer! A secondary plot also emerged as Griffin and Finley embark on a cross-country investigation in search of Jenna's deranged killer. Luke's shocking re-entry into Kate's life leaves her both elated at his return yet in despair about why he left her in the first place. Together they are faced with navigating past hurts, confused hearts, and unrealized expectations. I especially liked that Pettrey provided insight into Luke's struggles with his sudden departure seven years prior and how his original expectations were unrealized. With this being the end of a series, I was so happy to see all of the characters represented in the story with hints of what will occur in their futures. So sad to see this series end, but fulfilling end nonetheless!

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. A review was not required but was voluntary and contains my own thoughts and opinions.

"We are facing our fiercest biological warfare terrorist threat on American soil yet."

Dani Pettrey hits the ground running in this 4th book in her Chesapeake Valor series and ends it on a terrifying race for the good. I have been her face since her very first book and this one only cemented that decision. I read it in one day.

For seven years, CIA operative Luke Gallagher has been away from his friends who trusted him, including Kate, whom he loved. Not a word have they heard in all those years. He has been part of an elite team to capture a deadly terrorist. Now, Luke's friends, all in law enforcement to some degree, hold the only hope of stopping the latest threat of an attack that could shake the USA to the very core. 

Kate Maxwell never has stopped loving Luke and now that he's back, she is angry at him and afraid to trust him again, even though she wishes she could. She never thought he left her by choice, either. He's back now and she must search her heart to see if she can forgive Luke and move on to a future with him. If they don't die first. 

Pettrey is in absolute top form here. I have been waiting on tenterhooks for Luke and Kate's story. She builds up the action in each book, even while dealing with other members of the group and their own story, always hinting at Luke and his life. She also solves one mystery that has been around since the first book and does it very well. I was racing along with the action, gasping many times at the events unfolding herein. One thing I really liked here was how she shows the incredible and enduring love the men in this group have for the women in their lives. It was very, very moving and very realistic. Her characters always are. I am a forever fan. I highly recommend this one. Now...I can eagerly anticipating the next series Dani Pettrey has in store for her readers.


*My thanks to the publishers through Net Galley for a copy of this book. All opinions stated here are entirely my own.

WOW!!!  This was the best one in the series.  There were several "I didn't see that coming" moments.  Definitely edge of the seat, page turner suspense.  The sparks between Luke  and Kate were great.  I give this book 5 stars.

I was excited to dive into Dead Drift after reading all the other books in this serie! Finally we get to read about Luke and Katie as their lives are joined again through a mutual enemy! The relationship is so fragile because of Luke's disappearing so many years ago. Life is full of making choices, sometimes the choices we make have deep and lasting effects even when we never intended that to happen. This is Luke's burden to bear as he faces his first and only love! Griffin and his wife Finley are on a quest to find his sisters killer, as they draw closer and closer to finding an answer to who killed her, the killer is sending a clear message to them; stay away or someone will get hurt! Suspenseful and written with such depth for the characters and their emotions! You will love this book and find that you wont be able to put it down till you turn that last page!

Just finished Dead Drift ARC and it was awesome! Loved the depth of the characters that I’ve come to know and love. And the intricacies of the story lines! Couldn’t put it down! #PlungeIntoAPettreyBook #DeadDrift
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Burning debris littering the ground . . . smoke pluming in the acrid air . . . this is just the beginning if he fails.

Seven years ago, operative Luke Gallagher vanished to become part of an elite team set on capturing a deadly terrorist. When Luke returns to face those he left behind, their help becomes his only hope of stopping his target's latest threat of an attack that would shake America to its core.

Private investigator Kate Maxwell never stopped loving or looking for Luke after he disappeared. But she also never imagined he left her or his life by choice. Now he's back, and together they must unravel a twisting thread of secrets, lies, and betrayal, all while on the brink of a biological disaster.

Will they and their love survive, or will Luke and Kate become the terrorist's next mark?

How would you feel if the love of your life suddenly appears after being gone seven long years?  That is what Kate is facing.   That's not her biggest challenge though.  He needs help finding a terrorists before he releases a terror attack on the United States bigger than anyone can imagine.

This is the fourth and final book in the Chesapeake Valor series. I highly recommend you start with the first one and read them straight through. Without reading the other books you will be lost in this one. The only negative thing I have to say about the series is that each book was pretty much a cliff hanger for the next book.  I like books to have an ending.  There was an ending to this book.  That being said I loved the books and Ms.Pettrey kept me on the edge of my seat.  I will admit to staying up late at night reading. 

I was given and ARC copy of this book for an honest review.  I was not compensated in any way.

This book picks up where Blind Spot left off in the Chesapeake Valor Series.  Dead Drift focuses on Kate and Luke’s story.  In Blind Spot, the ending kind of left a cliffhanger, and this book continues with that story intertwined with Kate and Luke.  This book also provides the reader with the conclusion to what happened to Griffin’s sister.  If you have read Ms. Pettrey’s other books, you will enjoy this one!  If you haven’t, you should try reading any of her books.  They are all fantastic!  This book could be read by itself, but if you read the first four books in the series, you would benefit from knowing the whole story. One of the reason’s I like Ms. Pettrey’s books so much is that they include Christian aspects to the story and are clean reads.   Her writing is superb!  I did not want to put the book down at all while I was reading it.  I loved how she ended this series!  The entire series was excellent and I almost hate that it has come to an end.  I can’t wait to see what Ms. Pettrey writes about next.  I highly recommend this book and the entire series!  You will not be disappointed!
***I was given a free electronic copy of this book from the publisher for an honest review.  This is my honest opinion.  Even though I received this copy free, I have purchased her books before.

Dani Pettrey’s done it again. Loved this last book in the series focused on Luke and Kate. It was fast-paced, intriguing, and sweetly romantic. All the stories were weaved flawlessly together into a great read you won’t want to put down. I am going to miss all of these wonderful characters but look forward to her upcoming new series.

Excellent book. One of my favorite authors.  Her books always keep you spellbound until the end. Highly recommend this book and her others.

Loved this book . Full of action, and suspense. Couldn't put it down

Enjoy this stunning series conclusion as the whole Chesapeake Valor group works diligently to stop two separate killers--one serial and the other a terrorist.  Dani Pettrey weaves another masterful and inspiring tale to reach a much-needed conclusion to the two cases and all the series' favorite characters, especially and finally for Luke and Kate. Prepare for several surprises and twists along the way. 

I received a complimentary copy of the book without obligation. This review is my opinion.

The final book in Dani Pettrey's Chesapeake Valor series is finally here! The threads of Griff's sister's death and Kate's “missing” boyfriend Luke have been piquing our interest all through the series, and now they finally get resolved!  Luke showed up at the end of book 3, “Blind Spot,” and that book ended with quite the cliff hanger.  So book 4 starts out teetering on that cliff, and resolution doesn't come easily. 

Once again, Pettrey's writing kept me on the edge of my seat, wondering what plot twists would show up next.  One night when I was getting near the end, I knew I'd better quit reading for the night, or I'd have nightmares!   Even though Pettrey's books are fast-paced, she has a good rythmn of tension/release – the characters, and the reader, have a chance to stop and breathe, for a page or two, after each intense section.

I like the way the characters are developed.  They are believeable, and they grow and change through the series, and in each book.  They make mistakes, and have to apologize.  It will be sad not to get to read more about them!

All in all, this was a very satisfying conclusion to the series.

Romantic Suspense at its finest. This book is the fourth and final installment of Dani Petrey's Chesapeake Valor series. This is Luke and Kate's story. But it is also a dual story because Griffin and Finley are working on Jenna's cold case murder.  So, it definitely was a page turner with clues and leads and twists. I am a huge fan of this author and have read all of her books. I give this book 4 and a 1/2 stars. 
*I was given this book by the publisher Baker Publishing via netgalley. This is my honest opinion.