The intensity of this book astounds me, even knowing Meredith Wild’s writing style as well as I do. It’s hard to believe she can put into words the suspense and intrigue she has here with Tristan and Isabel, but she has most definitely been successful yet again. The back story between these two characters is so unclear (even between them) and leaves me as a reader craving more.

Family vs “Tristan & Isabel”

I cannot remember ever having to decide which was more important; spending the evening with family . . . in from out of state . . . or sitting down and turning the pages that make up this story. Truly a difficult decision. I am happy to say, family understood!

What a story, what a rush, what a heart pulsing adrenaline pumping masterpiece. If my heading doesn’t get your attention, do these superlatives?

Meredith WIld has always been an awesome writer, but for this story, she dug deep into her bag of tricks and brought out a new style. Just amazing! I can NOT say it enough . . . just amazing.

From the very beginning of this book I was held captive; drawn in tighter with each word passed and each page turned. Understanding the dark side of humanity, and realizing we are not as safe as we seem had me all in. Meredith takes us back in time to show how this came about for our characters, twisting us deeper into their saga. Tristan’s inner struggles haunt him still. Isabel battles to deal with love lost at a young age. Circumstances beyond their control have caused them to find each other again. The resurgence of their connection left me speechless. Anyone who knows me, knows that is a feat with itself.

As I write this review understand you need to carve some time out of your day/night to read this story, because once started, it will not easily be put down.

What a wonderful story Meredith. Five stars is not enough, not enough by far. Thanks again family for your understanding!

Meredith Wild has weaved a captivating, intense, and action-packed story of tragedy, loss, heartache, suspense, danger, twists and turns, mystery, intrigue, and hot scenes. The author pulls you into the story and doesn't let you go until the very end.

I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book.

An addicting start to a new series!

After a devastating heartbreak, Isabel relocates to Rio to try and heal. The last thing she expects is to find her ex, Tristan, in the same city. Little does she know that Tristan is a hired killer and Isabel was supposed to be his next target. Tristan is suffering from memory loss from time in the military, but something about Isabel seems familiar. Soon, the two are on the run from Tristan's employers.

There is plenty of action and heat in this story and I can't wait to read the next installment!

The Red Ledger, Part 1 by Meredith Wild was provided to me by NetGalley and Waterhouse Press for an honest review. Honestly? I couldn't put it down! It's a novella length book and I truly wished it was a full length novel and told the whole story. I will be on the lookout for Part 2 coming to NetGalley!

This book will have you on the edge of your set.... From the first word on this book, i was totally captivated. From Tristan's lost memory of Isabel being in his life to Isabel's unwillingness to give up on Tristan, they will have you glued to this book til the very end. But like the other Meredith Wilde books she leaves you wanting to know more. I can not wait to read Part 2 of the amazing series......... I thoroughly enjoyed this book.
"I received this book for free from the author (thanks to Netgalley) in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review."

A fun, quick read. A little bit formulaic but fun to read. Interesting characters and a fast paced plot, alternately told by the two leading characters. Kept my interest throughout and then left with a cliff hanger for the next book in the series.

This series is going to be amazing! Book one enthralls you right away and the ending makes you beg for more! Tristan and Isabel are fantastic....I fell in love with them both and can't wait to find out about Tristan's missing memories. Romance, mystery, suspense, action......this book has it all! Cannot wait for part 2! A must read!

Meredith Wild is a master story teller. Tristan and Isabel are childhood sweethearts separated by time spent in college and the military. Tristan has become a loner and lives his life without friendship and relationships because of his chosen profession. Isabel is running from her love for Tristan and trying to find a sense of peace. As she begins to find her footing in Rio and unexpected and familiar face stirs up memories of the past. Now that Tristan and Isabel's paths have crossed, will they find their way back to each other or will Tristan prevent that from happening.

Intriguing, mysterious, violence and sensual make these characters come to life in this must read book.

I absolutely love Meredith Wild since her Hacker series and I honestly could not get enough of the first book in the Red Ledger series. I thought Tristan and Isabel were sexy, mysterious and their attraction and connection was palpable!!

Isabel Foster is an incomplete woman, not fully whole since she lost the love of her life years ago. Now she is in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil trying to heal from a loss she still feels years later. But when her former lover, Tristan Stone, reappears she realizes the man she knew is no longer the assassin in front of her. With the enemy on their trail, will Isabel be able to help unlock Tristan's forgotten memories before it's too late? 

GAHH!! I was hooked on this from the getgo. I absolutely loved the story and seriously felt like I was watching The Bourne Identity right before my eyes. It was fantastic, sexy, mysterious and so addicting. Bring on book two because I am locked are loaded!! Bravo! 4 stars! ~Ratula

HOLY COW! my goodness, what did I read! I am not even sure I can write the correct words, it was GOOD!

The Red Ledger Part 1 is a contemporary romance thriller that grabbed my attention from the beginning but ended abruptly. I did not realize this is a short part of the story and each "part" is only a few chapters at best. I would have enjoyed reading if it was the whole book and not just parts that are released at different times.

The Ledger is a fast-paced read full of action and suspense. I enjoyed the characters. I would have liked to have seen Tristan hold back a bit longer from Isabel since he is supposed to be a killer without a memory. Still a very enjoyable book to read.

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The hype and consistent rave reviews for this book (and series) had me so pumped to read it that I put off all of my pending reviews to dive into this one. I have never been so disappointed in a book in my life.

Based on the description and reviews I've read, I was expecting a fast-paced espionage type thriller. Instead, I got an eye-rolling Bourne Identity wannabe meets Harlequin romance (no offense to Harlequin intended).

Isabel is a troubled woman that has escaped her life in DC and fled to Brazil in an atttempt to forget the memories of the man she once loved, Tristan. Tristan, the typical romance novel tortured alpha male, is a soldier that has lost his memory and is now a hired assassin living in Brazil. What an incredible coincidence! And guess who his next target is? Go ahead, I'll wait. Seriously, what are the chances?

What follows is a cat and mouse chase from the bad guys that want Isabel dead, including four descriptive sex scenes. FOUR in a 116 page novella, because obviously running for your life always makes a person horny. Who knew?

Honestly I feel like I must have read a different book than the other reviewers. Perhaps NetGalley messed up and had me download the wrong one. Needless to say, I am not compelled to continue this series.


I was provided an ARC of this book by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This was a great start to a multi-part series. "The Red Ledger Part 1" sets up all the questions that will be explored in the following parts of the series. Why did Tristan lose his memory? How did he become a killer? Why is Isabel a make? What is the past and the future of their relationship?

Fast-paced and packed with action, mystery, and romance, this is a highly entertaining read. I am looking forward to rest of the series.

Thank you to NetGalley for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I am absolutely hooked and can’t wait to read the next book! This is a great 2nd chance romance with lots of suspense & the story for Tristan & Isabel has just began! There story started in high school but Tristan ended it when he went in the army. Fast forward 6 years & they meet again only he doesn’t remember Isabel! I’m excited to see how they continue to get to know each other & reconnect!

This was a great start to what is going to be an awesome series. I could not put it down. Tristan and Isabel were once in love. Then Tristan is gone, joining the military. Isabel is heartbroken. six years later, Tristan has Amnesia due to head trauma and working as a contractor. He is sent to kill Isabel but something about her is familiar to him. When he hears her say his name he is in shock. Now they are on the run and Tristan will do whatever it takes to keep her safe.

This book ends on a cliffhanger making you crave for more. I can't wait to read part 2. Thank you Meredith Wild for another great read.
**Received this ARC for review from the publisher via NetGalley**

Librarian: Nope, sorry not recommending this one for purchase. Even if we needed spy novels right now (which we don't), this one just isn't worth picking up. it just doesn't have enough substance to make it one I can easily recommend. Maybe if we had a few older students who were into spy novels. Or course they'd also have to be into romance novels. And be in at least 11th grade. These books aren't for anyone younger than that.
Reader: This is, admittedly, not my genre. I'm not a regular reader of spy or romance novels. But even if I was I probably wouldn't have enjoyed this one. There just isn't a ton of substance. Maybe if it had focused more on the spy aspects than the romance. But it didn't and the book suffers, because of it. Honestly it feels more like one of those puppy dog vampire romances than it does any sort of spy romance.

I voluntarily reviewed an Reader Copy of this book which I received through
Netgalley. I really liked this story and I can not wait for part 2

This is the first in a new series by Meredith Wild. Tristan is a hired gun and he is in Rio right now for his next target. Isabel is the person he was hired to kill, but things change when Tristan hears her say his name. He has to know why she knows his name and find out if she knows more about him. He does not remember his past and has been okay with that for a while now.