Wow! What a dramatic and intense book. It had my heart racing and my fingers turning the pages as fast as I could read them. Gemma and Logan were phenomenal. This was a thrilling roller coaster of a read. I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced free copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I received a copy from the publisher through NetGalley.

Finally, Gemma Capello and Sean Logan are heading on a date (be sure to read the previous books) As they are heading through the Grand Central Terminal, shots are fired. First shot are police officers, and then commuters who are trying to flee. Gemma and Sean’s ingrained to serve and protect, and try to get as many as they can safely behind barriers. But now they are stuck. They don’t want to be found as officers, so hiding their identification they become part of the hostages. Gemma, the hostage negotiator is now hostage, how can this be used to their advantage? Sean Logan, and A-Team Detective, is the best person to have beside her.
Once again it was hard to put the book down – it will keep you glued to your seat, well glued to the edge of your seat

Sara Driscoll fans, listen up! Her new book, Terminal Impasse, is a five star read. Pick it up this summer.

Thank you Netgalley and Kensington Books for the chance to read an ARC of Terminal impasse by Sara Driscoll. This is the 4th book in the NYPD Negotiators and after recently reading the first 3 books of the series, I eagerly sat down to read this one. I didn't think anything could top the previous book Lockdown, but I was totally wrong. After talking through their problems in the previous book, Gemma Capello and Sean Logan are out for a dinner date when all hell breaks loose. As they head through Grand Central Station gunmen kill two police officers, and then spray passing commuters with gunfire. As they are taking hostage, Gemma and Sean have to use all their training to try and keep the hostages safe, and get as much information to their teams outside. Gemma uses her expertise to gain the trust of the terrorists to negotiate for them with her own team. The story is fast paced and intense right from the beginning and I couldn't put it down. Not only am I fan of the riveting pace of the story, I also love the love and commitment of the Capello family. I believe you could read this as a standalone, but I definitely recommend reading the series. I am looking forward to the next book!

I received this book as an ARC with no expectations of a positive review. Gemma who is a NYPD Negotiator and Logan who is with the NYPD A-Team. They met to clear the air between them from a previous case. Afterward, they headed to a restaurant in Grand Central Station. As they were walking through Grand Central Station, the station became under attack by two men with seim-automatic weapons. Gemma and Logan took cover as well as some of the other people. They watched as others were shot down in cold blood. Join Gemma and Logan as they try to stay alive while three hostage takers with one wearing a suicide vest as well as other explosives in two duffle bags call the shots holding them hostage.

This book had me on the edge of my seat. I could not turn the pages fast enough. This is a must read for all suspense fans.

Jemma Capello and Sean Logan are finally on their way to having their first proper date when all hell breaks out at Grand Central Station. A brutal paramilitary group storms the station opening fire on anyone resembling the police in an effort to take over. Anyone that wasn’t able to escape the terminal in the chaos is rounded up as hostages. Is it a good thing or not that Jemma and Sean are not identified as police – will they make things better or worse and can they get the message to the cops outside that they are inside. Jemma takes it upon herself to be a ‘negotiator’ on behalf of the group in an effort to steer the situation to the best outcome. It will take all of her skill to get these men to trust her. Tensions are high between the 3 hostage takers and they don’t all seem to be on the same page regarding how far they are willing to go to further their cause. All Jemma and Sean can hope is that their teams and her family on the outside, who they knows are going to be involved, can read between the lines and understand she is their eyes and ears on the inside.

Sara Driscoll has you on the edge of your seat from the first page. We go along on a ride from the perspective of the hostages as well as the people on the outside who are trying to understand the situation and use all the clues that Jemma is feeding them to end this with minimal bloodshed. The big question – will Jemma and Sean make it out unscathed and will they ever get to go on that damned date!

I couldn't put it down! The story was intense and I thought the setting was perfect for a hostage situation. I really like how detail oriented the author is, with both the setting and the negotiations. It makes for such an immersive read. Though this could be read as a stand alone, it is better with all the background on the characters' relationships and the Capello family.

I was once again on the edge of my seat with another Sara Driscoll read! Sara is so great at telling a story and keeping you captivated through the entire book. I loved reading about the other side of negotiating this time with it being from the inside. Even though I have never been to Grand Central Station I really felt like I could picture it all with how great the descriptions of everything were. Another homerun in my opinion! Can't wait for the next one and to see where the relationship goes...

In this book Gemma and Sean are going on a date. They are in Grand Station when shots ring out Many manage to flee the station, but Gemma and Sean hang back. Needing to hide who they are has them taken hostages with the rest of the people. Zip tied and phones absconded by the masked criminals make this a sine tingling criminal action book. The intensity grows when Gemma offers herself as the go between for the kidnappers and the police. This is a heart racing terrifying hostage situation. Will they succeed and get all hostages free? Sara Driscoll has a knack for keeping her scenes realistic, exciting and totally action packed.

Terminal Impasse by Sara Driscoll is a gripping and suspenseful police thriller. The story follows two seasoned NYPD detectives who, along with a group of hostages, find themselves trapped in a dire situation. As tension mounts, the detectives must rely on their extensive training and expertise to navigate the high-stakes standoff and prevent the situation from spiraling into catastrophe. Driscoll skillfully weaves together heart-pounding action, clever problem-solving, and intense character development, making this novel a must-read for fans of taut, psychological thrillers.

Good read. Good characters. Interesting story line. Realistic story line especially in this day.

I received an advance ebook and I am voluntarily leaving my review.

This is the first in the series that I have read. It is intense as Gemma Capello and Sean Logan are among those in the wrong place at the wrong time. Three armed men attack Grand Central Terminal and take hostages. After the initial blood bath, Gemma & Logan are able to assist the police in learning the hostage takers’ demands.

I found it well written. The plot could have been ripped from the news headlines over the past few years. It was fast paced and scary for all involved.

It can be read as a standalone.

Thank-you Netgalley and the author for allowing me to read this advanced copy. There were some formatting issues which I am sure will be corrected before publication.

NYPD hostage negotiator Gemma Capello and NYPD A-Team Detective Sean Logan are on a date. As they are making their way through Grand Central Terminal on a Friday night, shots ring out. Masked men are gunning down police officers and commuters. While as many as possible flee the scene, Gemma and Logan stay behind to gather the remaining few to temporary safety. But they aren't safe because the gunmen take them all hostage, zip tying their hands and feet and taking cell phone and electronics.

The situation is dire as two gunmen watch over them but it's the hostage taker with the vest strapped with explosives that makes the situation most dangerous. Gemma and Logan need to keep their identities secret while still using their skills to get everyone out alive. This means Gemma offering herself up as a go between the hostage takers and the NYPD. Little do they know who they're really dealing with.

The situation is intense and the setting is perfect for the plot. There are a lot of details describing Grand Central Terminal. It's clear a lot of research went into this story. The same applies to the process the negotiators go through. This is the fourth book in the series and the first I've read. There might be slight spoilers for earlier books. It was easy for me to jump in. And jump in you will and stay right there with Gemma, Logan, and the hostages in one of the most terrifying circumstances you could imagine.

There are a lot of details. Nothing is skipped over so the story is satisfying in that way. You'll want to keep reading as you are kept on the edge of your seat just as the hostages are. Near the end things ramp up and there is more action.

I would have liked a little more perspective or insight into the hostage takers. Also as much ever present danger there was I wanted more. I know that sounds crazy but it's hard to explain without spoilers. I will be reading more from this series as it's very different from other thrillers. I appreciate the point of view for the storyline as it feels authentic and is really all about the two main characters.

Thank you to Netgalley for the chance to read!

Another wonderfully written book that will keep you on the edge of your seat!

In this book 4 of the NYPD Negotiators series, Sara Driscoll has not disappointed with an abundance of suspense and just the right amount of romance.

Thanks to Netgalley, the publisher and author for the opportunity to read and review!

When Gemma and Sean Logan finally decide to head out on a date, they find themselves in the middle of gun fire and taken as hostages. This fast paced, nail biting thriller had me on the edge of my seat the entire time.
I have not read the first two books in the series and now want to circle back and read those.
Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for the early release!

Sara Driscoll did not disappoint AGAIN. The book is set in NYC and in Grand Central Station has an edge of your seat excitement that you constantly are turning the page after page to see what happens next. There may be a little “smooching” going on as well in the book. Buy the book, you won’t be disappointed. If you enjoy the Irish family in Blue Bloods, you’ll love the Italian family of the Capello family.

NYPD hostage negotiator Gemma Capello and NYPD detective Sean Logan find themselves on the wrong end of the gun barrels in crowded Grand Central Station and then become anonymous hostages after secreting their police IDs. And that's just the first couple of chapters! Unputdownable!
I requested and received a free temporary uncorrected advance proof from Kensington Publishing | Kensington via NetGalley. Pub Date May 27, 2025
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Gemma Capello and Sean Logan are finally on a date strolling through Grand Central Terminal when they hear screams, automatic weapons firing and start to see bodies falling.
They have become part of a group of hostages. The terrorists are from a group called Sinister13.
Can Gemma use her negotiating skills in this stressed situation to save the hostages as well as herself and Sean?
A rollercoaster of a ride from start to finish. I was on the edge of my seat as I read and couldn’t turn the pages fast enough. I felt like I was there and part of the action going through every tense filled moment with Gemma as I read.
I look forward to each book in this series.

Thank you NetGalley, Kensington Publishing and Sara Driscoll for the opportunity to read this intense story.

NYPD hostage negotiator Gemma Capello and SWAT sniper Sean Logan are cutting through the Grand Central
Terminal when it is taken over by members of a para-military group. One member of the group is wearing a suicide
vest which will limit the actions of responding law enforcement. Both must use their skills to keep the situation
from escalating and keep the hostages safe while hiding their identities.
Intense fast paced read that kept me turning the pages - another winning read in the series.
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I absolutely loved this latest NYPD Negotiators book; I am a huge fan of this series and this latest one did not disappoint! It was intense, suspenseful and impossible to stop reading! I hope this is a series that will continue the adventures of Gemma and Sean.