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Veteran hostage negotiator Kate O’Malley has seen humankind at its worst. In fact, she has become something of a legend for her ability to parlay a successful outcome from even the most desperate situations. FBI special agent Dave Richman, introduced in Henderson’s Danger in the Shadows, has every reason to have lost faith. But he hasn’t and Kate has. From their first encounter during a bank holdup, these two very disparate people are inexplicably drawn to each other. But can they overcome the obstacles? Dave’s Christianity is as much a part of him as his desire for Kate, while Kate claims no particular belief in God. And can Dave relinquish his need to protect Kate when it is her job to place herself in danger? But Dave may not have a choice when a secret from Kate’s past returns to haunt her–or kill her. Full of surprises, Dee Henderson’s The Negotiator is a walk on the wild side and readers will love every thrilling minute!

This was the first book of Dee Henderson’s that I read. I absolutely loved it and I do believe she has become my number one Christian Fiction author in the contemporary genre as of today!! I can’t wait to read the next in this series and others that she has written as well!


The characters in this novel are well-developed, realistic, and complex. I found the dialogue to be natural and easy to read. The plot line was definitely complex and had me guessing and yet being surprised at the twists and turns within it. I was compelled to keep reading until the wee hours at night and to pick it up off and on during the day when I could snag a few minutes here and there. It was definitely the best of the Christian mystery genre out there!!! Your heart will beat double time in several places and you will feel part of the O’Malley family yourself!!


The gospel message presentation was the best I’ve seen yet. It was not flowery or sugary sweet, but very realistic in its presentation of someone really struggling and having to come to terms with the reality of what Jesus has done and who He is on their own. I think it reflects contemporary searches and struggles of people who are looking for God and longing to fill the vacancy He creates in their lives until they choose Him. I was very pleased with the author’s very real characters and their questions about God. This was not a fake or contrived search for God at all. Hats off to Dee Henderson for taking the Gospel message out of the saccharin set and putting it into the believable and real realm.


This is a definite must read for all Christians who love fiction. This is most-definitely one I would not hesitate in recommending to a non-Christian friend or family member!! Go ahead and read it today!! You won’t be disappointed!