4.5 Stars 🌟

I felt lucky this week that I got to read two different ARC's from Rebecca Zanetti. If anyone knows me, then you know that she is one of my favorite authors and is an automatic buy for me, regardless of the genre or specific series that she is writing about. I pretty much love it all.

This is the 3rd book in her new series about Laurel Snow - a very unique FBI agent and Profiler who has relocated (kind of, sort of willingly) to the Pacific Northwest, started dating the local (and very wonderful and handsome) Fish and Wildlife agent there - Captain Huck Rivers. Oh, and she just happens to discover that she has a brilliant yet VERY psychopathic newfound sister who seems to be just a tad TOO focused on her - and definitely not in any way that would be considered normal.

This series is not one that is full of depth. The books so far tend to be fairly fast paced and easy to read/listen to. They are action packed with lots of drama. I do like the main characters - Laurel is turning out to be more complicated than we initially thought, and her sister, well, let's just say that she is quite scary in her obsessions. I REALLY like Huck as a love interest. He does just the right amount of being supportive and helpful and somehow just knowing exactly the right amount of space that Laurel seems to need.

There is a great group of secondary characters that we are also learning more about as we get deeper into this series. So far, I've enjoyed each of the books and they really do go by quickly. Before you know it, you get to the climax, find out about a twist or two in there and then realize that the story is over. Bummer. But, the good news is that the bigger and overarching storyline is just getting started. It's going to be fun watching this play out.

There also sure seems to be a lot of serial killers surrounding our characters in this series :)

Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review this ARC. The opinions above are mine and mine alone.

This is the third installment of the Laurel Snow series and the first book I’ve read in the series. At times, I felt like I might be missing some details, but overall, I didn’t have a problem with the storyline. I will be reading the first two books though!

I enjoy reading thrillers and this one is full of twists and turns. I liked that Laurel is such a brainiac with multiple degrees at such a young age but doesn’t always understand social situations. Captain Huck is such a by-the book, routine person so they seem like such opposites, but he clicks with Laurel. Laurel’s sister Abigail is such a psychotic manipulator and while, I don’t like her, I can’t wait to see what she does next!

I wasn’t aware until the end of the book that there will be another book in the series so I will be waiting to see what happens with Laurel and Huck but especially Abigail.

As always, Ms. Zanetti shares her amazing writing talent, character development and an intriguing story. I look forward to reading the rest of the series.

Thanks to the author, publisher and Netgalley for allowing me to read this new work.

More action and adventure in a great series that keeps you guessing. The characters are great, the mystery is interesting and there's always plenty of action to keep you on your toes. I'm ready for the next book!

I absolutely love Laurel and Huck. These 2 never fail to have the oddest cases, although that could be because of psycho sister Abigail!

The FBI unit Laurel Snow has put together makes things seem more real than many a story, and Huck Rivers work with Fish and Wildlife makes him the perfect complement to her brilliance.

This new case is as convoluted as ever, but it works and seems reasonable, okay, reasonable for a serial. There’s actually delays!

So, if you’re looking for something new, give this series a try!

You Can Die by Rebecca Zanetti is the third book in her Laurel Snow series. This is not a standalone, and you should read books 1 and 2 first in order to know the behavior and relationships of the key characters.

Laurel finds herself in the middle of multiple cases that are all connected and she can't quite find the connection ;inking them all. She finds herself and her coworker Kate both being viewed as suspects. Her half sister is also up to her usual psycho behavior, and Laurel continues to find tangible evidence of her crimes.

The romance secondary arc continues to make me ridiculously happy. I love Huck and Laurel together and their way they fit together. I can't wait to see the new progression their relationship is bound to take in the next book.

Overall, You Can Die was a great installment in the Laurel Snow series with unexpected twists and turns. Laurel is the same social inept, brilliant mind that we've grown to love and Huck a protective grumpy alpha. The only reason I'm not giving it a higher rating is that tedious that is so many characters being so ridiculously gullible when it comes to Laurel's half sister and even towards an actual murderer in jail

Wowzer! You Can Die is the third book in the Laurel Snow series penned by Rebecca Zanetti. This time around, Laurel Snow has returned to her home in the Pacific Northwest where she and Huck Rivers continue pursuing their relationship. Just as she returns to Washington state, this FBI agent is assigned to a gruesome murder. Soon the murders start stacking up and she, Huck and her team are stretched to the limit working to uncover the serial killer.
This novel is an edge of your seat, stay up all night reading book; and you will never see the ending coming. This author wove a tight knit story with interesting characters. She also wrote some very evil characters, too. I absolutely cannot wait for Abigail's day of reckoning!
10 stars well, okay, 5 stars (but it deserves 10!)

Rebecca Zanetti can do it all, from romance to paranormal to psychological thrillers. She knows how to grab your attention and keep you going through the last page. You Can Die is one of those books that you don’t want to put down until you’re finished.


Laurel Snow is truly a unique heroine. She is definitely not one of those people that you judge by hair cover. From her beautiful looks to her brilliant mind, what you perceive about her will truly be different from the way she really is. I love seeing how she’s grown through the course of the three books. If you’ve been following the series, you will see subtle changes in Laurel that were not at the beginning of the series and complement her so well. She is a unique personality with a unique way of thinking and seeing things so it’s so nice to see her grow into something even more than what she is.

No for the story. This one keeps taking us on a ride. A new killer is on the loose, the case is hitting too close to home for Laurel’s actual liking and her psychopath half sister is always a half a step beside her. This is a twisty story that is well-pasted with a pretty intricate plot. The suspense builds through the story and just when you think you have something figured out, you realize something else crazy happens all over again. We have a truly suspenseful story that keeps giving us twists and turns. We have a beautiful romance blooming and some family drama that sooner or later is going to come to ahead.

You Can Die is a swirling edge of your seat read that I truly could not put down from beginning to end. I look forward to see what the next chapter for Laurel is.

You Can Die is the third book in Rebecca Zanneti’s Laura Snow Thriller series. This is a romantic suspense novel that features profiler and FBI Special Agent Laurel Snow as she tries to stop a yet another serial killer in the vicinity of Genesis Valley, WA. This story is written in third person from the point of view of several characters, which allows the readers to experience the story from several angles.

Laurel Snow is called into investigate when several male bodies are found stabbed to death with valentine candy hearts shoved down their throats. The case becomes personal when her long estranged father is attacked in a similar way. Abigail, Laurel’s sociopathic sister, continues to cause trouble in her life, while her love interest, Captain Huck Rivers, remains steadfast and supportive in both her personal and work life. But will Laurel be able to stop the killer before the target is aimed at her and her loved ones? Read it and find out!

Zanetti is a fantastic author with an amazing talent for writing romantic suspense. I love the chemistry and interactions between Laurel and Huck; each additional story to this thrilling series shows the slow and steady development of their budding relationship. I can’t wait for the next instalment of this series to see how Laurel and Huck’s relationship continues to develop, as well as discover what havoc Abigail and her father will cause.

This is a voluntary review of an advanced readers copy received from Netgalley.

You Can Die is the third book in the Laurel Snow series by Rebecca Zanetti. I do feel like this book does need to be read in order as opposed to that it can be read as a stand alone. Once again the author has written a amazing book, that keeps you turning the pages until the very end. I would recommend this book to others.

I received an ARC from NetGalley and the publisher Zebra, I am leaving my review voluntarily and the opinion expressed here are my own.

So many surprises. Laurel and Huck are back to find another serial killer. This time targeting supposed family men. This story brings back Laurel's sociopathic sister and the father she never knew. Twists and turns will keep you reading.

You Can Die by Rebecca Zanetti
Laurel Snow Thriller #3

Dark, gritty, gripping, and gruesome serial killer on the loose ~ Could not put it down.

What I liked:
* Laurel: FBI Violent Crimes head in located in Genesis Valley, Washington, intelligent, eidetic memory, has trouble reading emotions, verbally direct, honest, likes things spelled out, concrete thinker, doesn’t experience emotions as others do, from a loving family, in business with her mother, in a relationship with Huck
* Huck: ex-military sniper, Captain in Fish & Wildlife, overlaps working with FBI and local police force, lethal abilities, loner, has PTSD, protective, good friend, protective, patient, in a relationship with Laurel and knows what he wants
* Aeneas: Karelian Bear Dog, owned by and works with Huck, bear chaser, works in search and rescue missions, also might act a bit like a support dog
* Fred: Laurel’s rescue cat
* The new development in the relationship between Lauren and Huck
* Remembering and revisiting the characters from the previous book…at least the ones I liked
* The plot, pacing, setting, and writing
* That the serial killer was not immediately obvious
* The twists, turns, and red herrings
* The hints about the future and problems that might arise from Abigail Cain – Laurel’s half-sister, Rachel Raprenzi – reporter and Huck’s ex-fiancé, and Zeke Cain – biological father of Abigail and Laurel, and Jason Abbott – serial killer from previous book in the series
* All of it really except…

What I didn’t like:
* Who and what I was meant not to like
* Having to wait for the next book to be written so that I can find out what happens next

Did I enjoy this book? Yes
Would I read more in this series? Definitely

Thank you to NetGalley and Kensington – Zebra for the ARC – This is my honest review.

5 Stars

This latest installment of Rebecca Zanetti's Laurel Snow series is a thrilling procedural filled with well-developed characters and a plausible, engaging plot. With each book in the series, we’ve learned new details about Laurel. Her family features prominently in this one and shines a light on what makes Laurel tick. YOU CAN DIE is a cautionary tale of living in the moment and not letting opportunity pass you by.

*Read the full review at All About Romance: https://allaboutromance.com/book-review/you-can-die-by-rebecca-zanetti/

Wow! I'm usually very good at figuring out the mystery, but this time there were so many suspects that I missed the clues. Rebecca Zanetti spun a clever and exciting mystery with danger and expectations of death around every corner.
With a father who should be in jail, a sycophantic sister who is a killer, Laurel a genius FBI agent, hangs on to reality with the help of Huck, with his caring, protection and exceptional timing.
I received this book as an arc and am voluntarily submitting my review.

This is a total winner! The third book in the Laurel Snow series is packed with action, romance, and suspense. FBI agent Laurel Snow teams up with the grumpy yet charming Captain Huck Rivers to catch a twisted serial killer targeting men. The plot twists keep you hooked till the end, and their sizzling chemistry is the cherry on top. Though the finale felt rushed, it set the stage for more excitement. This series is a must-read if you're a fan of thrilling romantic mysteries. I can't wait for the next one!

I loved getting more of Laurel Snow! I love her quirkiness and her smarts. She recognizes that she doesn’t pick up on things like others can and it makes her more endearing. She has a crazy sister and a family who loves her. She also has a job she loves. However, there is a serial killer who is starting to rack up bodies. This book had some serious twists and turns and things I did not see coming! I was here for this book and for the romance between Huck and Laurel. I adored them! I like the mix of romance with the suspense of the unknown and the fact there was a serial killer out there. I couldn’t put this book down!

Good mystery!
3.5 stars

In this third installment of the Laurel Snow series, Laurel is still solving cases while also trying to figure out what crimes her half-sister Abigail is guilty of. Proving it is the hard part.

Laurel's job as an FBI agent frequently puts her in harm's way, and the fact that she is slightly neuro-divergent hinders her ability to "read" people. She is getting better, though, and I appreciate her efforts to overcome. She and Huck, a Fish & Wildlife officer have been dating for 6 weeks, and he is a strong, supportive partner who doesn't mind Laurel's differences.

I must say that I didn't see the ending coming as I normally do. I honestly had no idea who the killer was, the author crafted multiple subjects who could have been responsible for killing 4 men and leaving candies at the scene. I was definitely surprised. This was a good, solid mystery story and I look forward to more by this author.

Thanks to the author, publisher and NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review this book, but my opinions are my own.

A great 3rd chapter to the story of Laurel, Huck and yes, even Abigail. It has all the elements of an intriguing story: characters that have been evolving and growing throughout the series, a murder mysteries to solve and of course many plot twists and surprises.
It is enjoyable to watch the ever-confident Laurel navigate the nuances of interacting with people and her budding romantic relationship with Huck.
It definitely can be read as a stand-alone, but why would you, when the first two are just as good!!

The gripping suspense and beautiful romance between Laurel and Huck had me well and truly hooked. I couldn’t put it down.

I have loved Laurel and Huck throughout this entire series so far. They are good for each other. Huck is reintegrating into society and coming back to life because of Laurel. Laurel’s relationship with Huck is encouraging her to improve her skills in reading people and interacting with them. His quiet strength and acceptance of all her quirks are exactly what Laurel needs to thrive. They are so strong together, despite some misgivings that Laurel might have. Strong enough to withstand Abigail’s insidious meddling.

Abigail is terrifying. She manages to be subtle and obvious all at the same time. Laurel knows Abigail is guilty, but she just can’t find the proof she needs.

The plot takes us on a thrilling ride and keeps us guessing as to the identity of the killer until the end. Laurel’s logical reasoning and excellent investigative skills, along with Huck’s support and her loyal team, unravel the mystery one nail-biting step at a time. And through the dangers of the investigation, Laurel has to navigate Abigail-infested waters, other family drama, and her own insecurities.

I can highly recommend this series if you like romantic suspense. I think it’s best to read these books in order. That way you will get to know Laurel and Huck better.

Thank you to Netgalley for providing me with a copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

This review was originally posted on Books of My Heart


Review copy was received from NetGalley, Publisher. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.

The Laurel Snow series has the FBI cases in the individual books and the overall story ARC of Laurel's personal life. She is back seeing her mother, and developing a relationship with Huck, as well as friends like Kate. The series is best read in order because of the career and personal developments.

Laurel is very smart and works hard. She continues on things day and night. She takes a few too many risks. Not only is there a serial killer who might take an interest in her (although this one seems to be after men) and her batshit crazy half sister Abigail is always after her, trying to manipulate her.

In You Can Die, the serial killers seems to be unhappy with men. The killings are stabbings with Valentine's candy stuffed in their mouths. The victims all seem to have some kind of connection with a law firm, where Kate's ex-husband works. There is also the wrapping up from her previous case where the killer, Jason Abbot, was a research subject of Abigail's and he keeps trying to have Laurel visit him.

Laurel has decided to set up her FBI office in this town. Her mother is here and she likes her team. Since she is managing people, she tries to make sure Walter is recovering from his injuries in the last case. Kate has some threats because of her ex-husband so Laurel wants to make sure she and her daughters have security. Nester, the computer whiz and new agent, is mostly in the office, so he is less of a worry. New space has come available in their building but sadly, Huck's ex-fiance, the reporter has also taken space in the building. It won't be good having her in their business all the time.

Laurel is very busy trying to solve this case and avoid Abigail. She is furthering her relationship with Huck. It's a new thing for her and I'm happy to say he is working hard to make it easier for her. I look forward to see where things happen next with her big changes personally.

Gripping Intellectual Suspense!!

If you have read any Laurel Snow Thriller stories, you will understand and appreciate how she went to college a decade earlier than her peers, is whip smart, yet struggles with relating to others. She also has a psychotic half sister and is once again working a serial killer case.

This is thought provoking, edge-of-your-seat action with some humor, bits of romance, lots of relationships and intertwined lives, and a look inside a brilliant mind that watches the internet to learn others emotions so she can relate better.

I believe this could stand alone, but is most enjoyed if you read more of the series - which is no hardship at all. I highly recommend this story and the entire series. (Or anything written by Ms. Zanetti, if I’m honest)

***** I am voluntarily leaving my honest review of this book *****