Book Review
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5 stars
Identity
Author: Nora Roberts
Pub date: May 23, 2023
Publisher: St. Martin’s Press
Genre: Mystery & Thrillers/Romance/Women’s Fiction

Nora Roberts is one of my favorite authors ever. I’m thrilled to give my review.

Morgan, once an Army brat, tired of moving her whole life, has settled into a small house with her roommate and best friend, Nina. She works two jobs, loving both of them.

Everything is going according to her plan, until Luke comes into her life. Little does Morgan know that he’s a con man who targets women like her, ruining lives, stealing identities, and even killing.

Morgan comes home one night to find Nina dead. She’s devastated, grieving, barely able to afford her mortgage and living expenses so decides to move back to her family home with her Mom and Grandmother in Vermont. She begins again, finds meaningful work, friendships, and romance.

The FBI has been investigating Luke, whose real name is Gavin, for years. He’s still out there biding his time and killing, but he can never forget Morgan-the one who got away.

I loved the settings, the three generations of women, and the family owned resort dynamics. There was just the right amount of suspense and romance. Nora has a way of writing that’s believable, immersive, and entertaining. Another great read.

Thank you @netgalley @stmartinspress @norarobertsauthor for an electronic book ARC (Advanced Readers Copy) in exchange for an honest review.


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Identity by Nora Roberts is one of many books that I’ve read by her. I usually love her books and it saddens me to say, I didn’t love this one. I liked it but I didn’t find myself fully engaged.

What I liked:
Morgan, a very strong character. Her motivations for all of her actions made sense and she felt real.
The villain of the story- he was chilling and a true psychopath. His parts scared me but kept me reading.

What I didn’t like:
Miles- he didn’t feel fully fleshed out and his bossiness and orders didn’t ring funny but more annoying.
The length- It was too long and too many details about the drinks and work places.

It seems almost unfair to review a NR book because, truthfully, I've never loved one I didn't like. 🤣 I will *always* tell you to read NR.

No one does romantic suspense like Nora Roberts. And her characters are always so well-developed that they soon become friends. Morgan is loveable and loyal. The mystery begins when her roommate is murdered by a serial killer whose pattern is to steal his victim’s identity and wipe out her assets before taking her life.

Morgan moves back home to Vermont and finds a wonderful job at a resort. Just as her life is getting back on track, the killer shows up in her life again. This book delves into cyber-crime and identity theft, a reality in our high-tech world.

Much like all of Nora Robert’s novels, this one is full of action, romance, and interesting characters. My favorite parts were the narrative between Morgan and her grandmother. I think I need a pair of those magic earrings!

This is a 400+ page read, but the quick-paced suspense and slow burn of the romance are in perfect balance. Be prepared for fireworks at the end.

If you're a Nora Roberts fan then you will love this book. Her writing is superb. I was fully immersed in this book and had to curve myself to put it down. If you're new to Nora Roberts then this is the perfect book to start it with. I don't think I've ever read a mediocre book by her. Than you to Netgalley and the publisher for he advanced readers copy.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4/5 stars
🔥🔥 2 spicy scenes, mild details

My first Nora Roberts books and I really enjoyed it! I’m definitely going to read more by her, she has so many books!!

I really grew to love Morgan. She was such a great main character. She was determined to not let Gavin win and take control of her life. She is a great manager and knows how to work the bar! And her relationship with Miles, so good! I did feel like it kinda came out of know where but it worked for me. Super cute to see them grow together. The epilogue was so sweet.

And Morgan putting her self defense moves to the test when it came down to it?! YES GIRL!! I was like: You take him down!!

But ohmygosh, I was NOT expecting some sections throughout the book from Luke aka Gavin’s POV. That just totally added to the suspense of what was going to happen. That was creepy being in his mind. 😳

Overall, this was a great romantic suspense novel! Give it a try if you like a little bit of romance & mystery in one.

Morgan Albright's childhood was spent moving place to place with her military father. All she's ever dreamt of is putting down roots and now it's her time. She's just bought a house of her own and is working two jobs to make it her dream home and also save money to eventually buy her own bar. At her bar job, she meets charming Luke and after starting a tentative relationship with him she invites him to a dinner party at her home. Just days later, she comes home to a break in, her roommate murdered, and her car gone. It turns out "Luke" is a serial killer who steals his victim's identity and his target was Morgan, not Nina. Now he's taken everything from her and she's forced to move back home to Vermont with her mother and grandmother. She takes a job in a nearby resort bar becoming close to the Jameson family who own and run the resort, especially the big boss Miles Jameson. But the killer hasn't forgotten the one that got away and as the threat looms over her, Miles and his family will do anything to protect her.
This is a great thriller romance from one of my favorite authors. She makes us feel how helpless Morgan was against this skilled identity thief, the terror of knowing he was still after her, the excitement and protection of a new relationship, and the love of family both of and new. The peeks into the serial killer's mind and motivations were chilling and the action at the end was perfection. I was so excited to get an early ARC of this book and it definitely didn't disappoint.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Identity is a masterful slow-burn romantic suspense that builds tension. The multiple points of view provided a captivating perspective, particularly as the story reached its climax. The finale was exceptional, but the epilogue was even more satisfying. This novel is a must-read for those who enjoy a well-crafted and thrilling story.

Nora Roberts has knocked it out of the park again with her psychological thriller Identity. Ripped from the headlines we see everyday and pray these things never happen to us, we meet Morgan Albright who has finally found a place to plant her roots. Brought up as an Army brat, she never felt at home anywhere until now. Just outside Baltimore, she owns her own home and excels at two, very different jobs. Then she meets a smooth stranger who says all the right things. In an instant, her world is turned upside down.

What a nightmare it would be to have your best friend murdered and your identity stolen; everything you have worked for shattered in an instant. The insecurities these actions bring are evident for Morgan in Roberts' writing. The picture is painted as real as it could get. You feel her fear, her grief, and her anger. And of course, her unveiling of the evil that is behind it all could not be any more frightening because it could be so real to any of us.

Roberts has a winner in this stand alone thriller. As you read, you feel the same complacency the main character falls into when she starts over, and then the rush of adrenaline and absolute terror when it all comes back to haunt her. Identity is a winner, if not just for entertainment, but for a lesson learned for many of us.

Thank you St. Martin's Press and NetGalley for the ARC. The opinions expressed are my own.

Identity is the first book I have read by Nora Roberts and I can't wait to read another one. The novel touched on all my favorite genres-romance, family, and thriller. Morgan Albright is a young woman who lives her life according to the goals she has set. She lives in suburban Baltimore until her world is turned upside down by a psychopath she casually dates. She doesn't realize how dangerous he is until it is too late. He plans to murder Morgan, but settles for her roommate. He steals Morgan's savings and identity and becomes fixated on her. Morgan moves to Vermont and rebuilds her life while living with her mother and grandmother. She finds a job she loves and the man of her dreams. However, the FBI warns that the murderer is coming for Morgan as she is his one victim that got away. This novel is a perfect combination-heart warming and thrilling.

Identity is a classic Nora Roberts romantic suspense. With identify thief/serial killer after Morgan Albright this is a thriller as much as a romance. The villain is known early on so the suspense is rather will he can be caught before he goes after Morgan, the first victim he did not get to kill. The reader does get his perspective as well as Morgan’s.

The story has romance but also the rebuilding of family relationships. Morgan does not live in victim mode but makes a new life for herself, learning to defend herself. Living well and graciously is what highlights her true revenge on this vile predator. Still the final showdown is everything I had hoped for in the story.

I did have two issues with this book. The first is some repetition in the story especially as related to Morgan. her mother and grandmother. I don’t ever remember repetitive thoughts in a Roberts story. I have been reading her work in paper way before there was eBooks, so I have read many of her stories. Then there is the inappropriate use of the name Jesus. Once or twice would have been fitting if the character was so upset but it was used many times, so it became a distraction. I guess I was thinking that these professional characters would have had a larger vocabulary than that. These cost the novel a star on an otherwise great story concept and plot.

An ARC of the book was provided by the publisher through NetGalley which I voluntarily chose to read and reviewed. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

“Her smile could’ve lit the world. He didn’t slide out of affection into love, didn’t slip from attraction into forever, but fell long and hard. No safety system could have stopped the fall.”

I haven’t read a Nora Roberts book in quite a while and I can say returning to this author solidified why she is one of the best. I remember so much of why I love her books. She is a magnificent storyteller, writes in a way where you can get lost in the little worlds and characters she creates. That’s my favorite thing about her writing. Her characters are always dynamic. I haven’t read a book by this author that couldn’t be a movie, and many already are. Plus, how can I resist a book that has all those nostalgic vibes? Well, I just can’t.

Identity theft is something that I’ve been freaked out by since I was younger and first watched a movie with Sandra Bullock called The Net. If you haven’t seen it I recommend! Identity theft used to be something that seemed so far fetched from reality, like in the movie. We now know this is not the case-which makes this book not only extremely relevant but the fact it could happen to anyone adds to the element of suspense. I just really enjoyed this book!! Loved it in fact!! Morgan is a great MC and as I said above, Nora Roberts writes such dynamic characters, ones you connect with. This book is a romantic suspense and one of the best I’ve read in awhile. It has everything from a wonderful slow burn romance to a great storyline about who to trust, and just deals with real world issues. There is so much drama here. It’s a great read and definitely makes me want to go reread my favorites from her backlist. I don’t know if you are at all like me, but I was hiding under my blanket reading this a few times. Everyone knows the blanket is a great protector of the monsters and the scary!! So, have your favorite blanket in hand, a snack, and a drink. You won’t want to stop reading ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4/ 5 stars

I received an advance copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

Its almost difficult to write a rview for this book ..... there are SO many things I loved about it!! First off -its hard to go wrong with a book written by Nora Roberts and yet this psychological thriller goes even beyond that, The characters were so well introduced and described that the pull towards their story was immediate,. Morgan Nash Albright is a young woman who has her life planned out down to the last detail, until she meets Luke. Luke seems to be what she might be looking for in a man - until he isn't. He is a serial killer who steals a woman's identity, personal property, banks accounts and life before moving on to the next victim. Morgan is his target, but things go very wrong and Morgan is alive. Her journey to get her life back is a difficult one and she relies on "her ladies" --- mother and grandmother ---to help her rebuild both herself and her life, all the while knowing that "Luke" will seek revenge on her for being the one that got away. The necessity of finding a job also finds her a work-family and love that surrounds her and supports her as she comes to terms with the reality of how her life has changed. The job also brings her to the steadfast and true love of Miles Jameson. This story builds around strong women, both in the Jameson family and the Nash family, who are determined that Morgan will no longer be a victim as they wait for the inevitable danger ahead. I wanted this story to go on and on!! I did not want to put it down --- both with the thrill of watching "Luke" on the hunt and being hunted by FBI, and how great the couple Morgan/Miles were together as they prepared for what they knew was coming. Definitely rcommend this book and comes with a warning to set aside plenty of time to read because you will not want to put it down! Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for the opportunity to read and review this advance reader copy. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. #NetGalley #Identity #NoraRoberts #StMartinsPress

I enjoy Nora Roberts' romantic suspense novels and Identity is a really good one. Morgan has finally established roots in her small town and shares a home with her best friend Nina. She loves her job as a bartender and usually does not get close to her customers but a smooth talking con man gets her to let down her guard with horrific results. He turns out to be a murdering conman who steals her identity and kills her friend Nina. Broke and homeless, she returns home to her mother and meets a family who runs a resort and they hire her to run one of their bars. The conman isn't through with her which creates lots of suspense but she finds love and protection with the family she works for. This is an entertaining page turner and I recommend it to any romantic suspense fan. Thank you Net Galley for allowing me to read this for my honest review.

IDENTITY was my first read of a Nora Roberts novel and it will definitely not be my last. When her housemate is murdered, Morgan learns that it was a case of mistaken identity. Morgan is the serial killer's particular type and even her flight to her mother's Vermont home is not enough to keep her safe. The read was the ultimate blend in thriller, mystery, romance, and storytelling by a wonderfully elegant writer. I received a copy of this book and these opinions are my own, unbiased thoughts.

There is a reason that Nora Roberts is always a bestseller. She has a formula and it works. Even though this is a thriller romance, it still feels like a comfort read from her.

The thriller as well as the romance are a slow burn. I am more of an intense mystery/suspense reader so I found the story very slow at times and didn't find myself really reaching for it out of any excitement to find out more.

All in all it's a fine book. If you have read Nora in the past then you know what to expect!

Morgan grew up moving around feeling like she never established roots. Now with the goal of doing just that and owning her own business she works towards it with two jobs. She excels as a bartender and meets a nice guy she is willing to let into her life. In a blink of an eye she has lost it all: a best friend, all her savings, her identity. Moving to Vermont and living with her mom and grandma is a means to begin again with the goal of moving on again. She fits right in at her new job and begins to establish friendships and much to her surprise - roots in the least expected place. Meeting Miles is the icing on the cake. All the while she is aware that the man who stole her identity continues on his rampage and the FBI is certain he will come for her again as she is the one who got away. A fast paced story of family, rebuilding, identity and love.

Morgan has finally found a place where she can put down roots. She is in the process of buying a house and has a roommate who is also her best friend. After meeting someone and putting together a small dinner party so her best friend can meet him, Morgan feels like she is finally winning at life. Things take a turn when her best friend is found murdered in their home and it looks like the new man in her life is the killer. Morgan goes into hiding but she can't stay hidden forever. The FBI have been looking for this guy and hope that she will be some help in capturing him. Will Morgan be able to pull herself out from under this horrible man or will he find her and do to her what he had planned to begin with?

Nora Roberts hits it out of the park every time! This spring standalone release, 'Identity', is truly chilling. As always, the found family and community is spectacular, the mystery is interesting and complicated enough to keep you guessing. The romance is of course excellent. Nora Roberts has ramped up the psychological thriller factor for her past few standalone releases, they've been truly scary!

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for the eARC in exchange for an honest review.

I love Nora Roberts suspense books and this was no different . The relationship between the 2 main character was amazing. Actually all relationships were great, it made you feel like this should be a series. Including the 2 FBI agents.
You know who dunit but the book still holds your interest