Thank you Netgalley and Montlake for the chance to read an advance copy of Dead against her (Bree Taggert #5 ) by Melinda Leigh! This is one of those series that I grab as soon as I see it and usually can just settle down and read it quickly. This definitely fit in that category. Bree is called to murder scene at a farmhouse, where she discovers the bodies of her former deputy and his mother. As she is trying to solve their murders, someone targets Bree to destroy her reputation and her relationship with criminal investigator Matt Flynn. But there is one thing they don't figure on...Bree will not back down. I think this is a fabulous series, and suggest reading it from the start, however the author does include background so they can be read as stand alones.

Bree is back with bang and it looks like her former deputy is still causing problems for her. Only this time he went and got himself killed and now she has to deal with the aftermath. Add in politics, misogyny and the old boy network, harassment and disgusting deepfakes, Bree and Matt have their hands full.

Who hated Oscar and/or his mother enough to kill them in such a fashion? Any why is Bree being set up to take the fall?

With the conflict of interest over Oscar, Bree has to hand over the investigation but that doesn't stop the harassment and when it teeters into her private life and affects her nephew, Bree won't take it anymore and decides to fight back but will it be too late?

Fast-paced, highly emotive, and echoing with current events, where women's bodies are seen as public property and everyone has a say in what happens to it. The misogyny and double standards are everywhere and the deepfakes used against Bree are highly disturbing but sadly all too believable.

I was kept guessing till almost the bog reveal when I had my big "AHA" moment. I had my heart in my mouth at times cos one of my favourite background characters got into major hot water and I really thought "oh no this is it". Always the sign of a good book when no character is safe!

Never gets old or stale and the characters are so lifelike. I would love to have a bestie like Dana, she is awesomesauce. I heartily enjoyed the story and am so excited no that the whole "romance" is out in the open.

I voluntarily read an ARC of this book via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

I’m new to the Bree Taggart series of books but now I’ve read one I will be looking out for more.

When a former police officer is found dead next to his elderly mother it is down to Bree Taggart to investigate the murders.

Featuring disgruntled former colleagues, deep fake pornography and incels this is small town America meeting the modern world. And it’s definitely a page turner.

Newly appointed ,and first woman, sheriff Brett Taggart is called out to the murder of a man she dismissed from her team and his mother. She is assisted by Investigator Matt Flynn, a relationship well developed in the story. Having an unbiased sheriff who is from outside the area and a woman challenges existing methods of operating. That means there are many criminal and extremist political groups who are Dead Against Her which presumably causes the book’s title. The story is not as simple as two murders. One of the deputy sheriffs is attacked, there is an orchestrated campaign against Brett on line and she is targeted by local officials. The book gathers pace as it unfolds and has a satisfying climax. This is well written, cleverly constructed and designed to engage readers. I recommend it.

A page turner that you willn't be able to put down. A double homicide, a former cop and internet threats. The characters will keep you wondering who done it and why.

Dead Against Her is the fifth book in Melinda Leigh’s Bree Taggert Series. This is a romantic suspense novel (heavy on the suspense) with a great storyline and fantastic characters. It is a slow burn romance between Bree Taggert, the heroine and Matt Flynn, the hero, that builds throughout the series.

Sheriff Bree Taggert is learning that policing and the resulting politics in the small community of Grey’s Hollow often feels like she is pushed two step back for every step or gain she has made forward. When she is called in to do a wellness check for an elder widow, she discovers a brutal double homicide involving a corrupt former deputy. With the help of criminal investigator Matt Flynn, Bree quickly learns that the corrupt deputy had many enemies, but when she becomes the focus of public smear campaign, will she and Matt be able to solved the murders and find missing chief deputy Harvey before its too late? Read it and find out!

This is another great addition to the Leigh’s Bree Taggert Series. I love how this phenomenal writer uses each story to portray the growing relationship between Matt and Bree and the compromises each has to make in order to balance their work, family and love.

The storyline and the amazing cast of secondary characters draws the reader in and leave you craving more. I can’t wait to read the next book in this series. I really hope to see more regarding Cady, Matt’s sister and Todd, the chief deputy and the relationship blooming between them.

This is a voluntary review of a reader’s advance copy received from netgalley.

Sheriff Bree Taggert is happy to carry out some of Randolph County Sheriff's Department's smaller tasks for her deputies as they all work hard for her, which is why she finds herself doing a welfare check on her way home from work. The scene which greets her is shocking and complex with two dead bodies, one of whom Bree is horrified to realise is all too familiar.

Bree's boyfriend, Criminal Investigator Matt Flynn, joins her team as and when he's needed and as things begin to get very personal very quickly,  with her reputation on the line, she is glad to have him nearby. When a vital member of the team goes missing the chances of a successful outcome are dramatically reduced. Can Bree and her remaining team find their colleague in time or will the killer prevail?

This is the fifth in the Bree Taggart series and she is a familiar and well worked main protagonist with a great group around her. This didn't quite grab and keep my attention as much as previous books but the final few chapters definitely made up for that. I hope there will be more to come from this brilliant author before too long.

I was able to read an advanced copy of this book thanks to NetGalley and the publishers but the opinions expressed are my own. This is a good addition to a great series.

I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I just love the Bree Taggert series! Melinda Leigh consistently delivers fast paced thrillers with great characters. I couldn't put it down, though admittedly after several books I am pretty invested in these characters and want to see what happens. Loved it.

LOVED it!!! This was probably the best books in the series so far. It's hard to judge because I love the Bree Taggert Series and the books never disappoint. So many twists and turns, surprises around every corner. Bree is one tough lady. She handled everything perfectly and didn't kill anyone. I'm pretty sure she wanted to after all the penis pics and the porn video. The sad part was that people actually believed it was her. There were some really sick people in this book. The way they torment Sheriff Taggert was horrible. Didn't feel bad for what ended up happening to them. I never suspected who the mastermind behind everything was, until it was finally revealed. Money is always the root behind evil. Dana and Bree are the perfect "parents" for Kayla and Luke. I would LOVE a Dana in my life. Her food always sounds amazing. I think Matt needs to set up a camera to catch Greta during her escape routine. I can't wait to see her on the job, Brody will be glad to finally get rid of her. Loved seeing Morgan Dane make an appearance. The dress at the end, with the tattoo reveal, definitely gave Bree the last word. Bree and her team has job security with all the murders that keep happening around them in their quiet little town. Brody proved he's still a superhero and continues to help find people.

Definitely recommend the book and all the previous one in the series. I can't wait to see what's next for Bree and Matt. Loved the characters, story and writing style. Look forward to reading more books by the author.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Montlake through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are

Thanks Netgalley and the Publisher. Fast paced, well written, great characters and storyline read, really enjoyed it and would recommend to others.

I absolutely loved this book. I am a huge fan of author and was thrilled to get to read. Thank you to publisher and NetGalley for chance to read and review this ARC.

A solid four star read. Great premise. Well written. Good characters. Page turner. Plenty of suspense to keep me guessing. Would definitely read her next novel. Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the chance to review it.

Wow!
There aren't enough stars available to rate this novel. Outstanding writing and attention to detail made a heart stopping suspense that much more of an edge of your seat experience.
I love love love the Bree Taggert series, and each book grabs onto you and doesn't let go until the very last page.

I am a huge Melinda Leigh fan!

Indeed I have read all of her books and purchased them to keep forever even though they are free to me as part of the Kindle Unlimited subscription! Why? Because I love her books and know I will be reading them again once I have forgotten about their plot :).

This book is the 5th of the Bree Taggert series and in my opinion deserves to be read in order as her character development is simply a delight to follow. To the point that reading this book was like revisiting a long time friend and her family as well as her lovely boyfriend Matt and his adorable dogs. The plot is easily followed, the background scenes beautifully written. Once again a lovely story full of emotions and action packed.

Would highly recommend and can’t wait for the next book of the series already! :)

This is the 5th book in the series and when I discover a new Bree Taggert book is coming, it goes on my “to-read” list. I have enjoyed them all.

I found the story interesting and relevant to current issues occurring in society. You have a couple of mysteries to deal with… who killed Bree’s former deputy and his mom and who is starting an online smear campaign against our favorite sheriff? While one resolution was a little predictable, the other was not.

I really enjoy seeing the relationships Bree has with her family deepening, her relationship with Matt progressing, and how she is changing things in her small hometown as the Sheriff. I also love the addition of the animal characters and their enhancement of the various relationships in the books, this one is no exception.

Thank you to Montlake and NetGalley for the ARC.

After reading this book I found out it's part of a series, I haven't read any of the prior books but that didn't stop me enjoying this one.

It was fast paced, gripping and had me on the edge of my seat throughout. It had me hooked early on and I genuinely thought it can't keep up the speed but it definitely did.

The plot was well thought out and finished up nicely. There was a good balance of good and bad in the plot which made it realistic. There was so much going on which kept my interest going.

I enjoyed the characters and the relationships between them too.

I usually take a few weeks to read a book as I'm always busy but I read this over 3 sessions in less than a week!

I wish I could repeat the same line as I have for every single one of Melinda Leigh's books. Dead Against Her book 5 in the series starts off with what you expect. A few dead bodies. The author covers a dark side of the social media and how it can affect someone personal life. While the book teaches readers that social media can paint a fake picture to the world around you. The story and characters within the story fall flat as the story putters its way to the end like an old car. The story falls flat for what readers usually expect from this author. The twist and turns the author created lack any excitement and in fact are very predictable.

Thank you to Netgalley for the advance copy Dead Against Her by Melinda Leigh.
3 1\2 stars

This was just a very mediocre read for me I’m afraid. It’s the first Melinda Leigh book I’ve read and will probably be the last. The writing was simplistic, weak, and (sorry) amateurish, and the plot (and particularly the ending) verged on the unbelievable. Very sorry but not for me. Thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for the arc in return for an honest review, and sorry I had to be so honest.

I read this as a standalone book and I greatly enjoyed it. The characters were well written and believable. The plot was fast paced so I finished it within a day. I'm planning on going back to read older books in the series. I recommend reading this book

Bree Taggert is the sheriff of a small town, a female in a mainly male dominated workplace, but she’s no pushover. Raising her late sisters’children makes life just that bit trickier, especially as work often needs to take priority. When Bree discovers two bodies whilst doing a welfare check, her life becomes that much harder, especially as some one has a vendetta against her that threatens to escalate out of her control.

This, the fifth book in the series, is a stand alone read, but I’m glad I’ve read the previous books. Brees’ relationships with her niece and nephew are developing well, as is the one with Matt, a detective and ex-K9 handler. We get to know a bit more about all of the main characters, how political a Sherriffs position is in American policing, and how they are judged by the people they serve. It’s very well written, nicely paced and has numerous lines of enquiry that branch off into various tangents, just as they do in real policing. It’s also a bit scary how plausible a lot of the story line is, particularly the way people’s lives can be destroyed instantly by fake news and videos. A really gripping read that had me up into the early hours as I just needed to know what happened next.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this book.