I’ve not read Karen Rose before, but will do so again as this was very good – albeit not gripping – and thanks to NetGalley for a proof copy. I did find the story a tad longwinded at times, nothing a good copy editor couldn’t improve, but good cast of characters, some interesting twists and turns, and liked the location and premise. The last 10% was more like it! The romantic interest with Kit & Sam were awkwardly tortuous – surely at their ages, they’d be more adult. Didn’t really believe it. Kit and her huge ‘family’ was brilliant to read and consider. Good to see some “oldies” in the cast list, with character! Can’t say I need the date and time etc at the start of every chapter but that’s a minor issue. Overall, a great read.

A brilliant story full of twists and turns, so much going on to keep you in suspense plus some really great friendships thrown in to add an extra something.

A murder mystery set in the Shady Oaks Retirement Village with the victim, Frankie Flynn - an ex cop.

I didn't enjoy this book as I felt it was too formulaic regarding police procedures. Kit and Sam are ok but the book is not up to Ms Roses's usual classy stuff. Romance was also limp.

Thanks to Net Galley and Headline for the chance to read and review.

I really enjoy anything written by Karen Rose. Thrillers that are fast paced with a great storyline and a little background tension for the detectives to keep them on their toes. This one is set in a retirement home and when one of the residents is murdered it’s down to Kit to find out who could do it and why. When it turns out the detective is a retired cop it opens new lines of enquiry.

I think that I have read and enjoyed almost every book that Karen Rose has written. This latest offering did not disappoint. Great characters and a gripping plot, what’s not to like. Recommend wholeheartedly.

A man is killed in Shady Oaks retirement complex, and Kit is drawn in to find the killer. However, there is much more going on - another resident dies, although his may be of natural causes, then the head of security at the complex is also found murdered.

Her love interest Dr Sam is at the home, playing the piano for the residents so he too is drawn into the investigation. Georgia and Eloise, feisty residents, were particularly fun and the loss of their friends was well handled.

The story is fairly slow moving, with far too much emphasis on the budding romance between Kit and Sam, about which I had zero interest. There was also a lot of made of Kit's past and her adoptive parents, which again didn't really bring much to the tale.

Overall a good, twisty plot, although several strands became obvious way before the characters spotted the links and the pace was very slow.

Thank you to NetGalley and Headline for allowing me access to the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Interesting crime thriller. Well written and easy to read. Although second in a San Diego series it can be read as a stand alone as I did without any problem. Very well plotted complex story centred around a retirement and care home facility. Interesting well developed main characters. It was a little slow at times and a bit longer than necessary and the 'will they won't they' romance aspect too obvious and overdone. But still an enjoyable read and recommended. Many thanks to the author, publisher and NetGalley UK.

I love Karen Rose books and this is the 2nd book on this series, Kit and Sam are great together and it's brilliant to watch there relationship grow, while investigating deaths and stolen items in a care home. Highly recommended.

Second book in this San Diego series featuring the murder solving duo Kit and Connor. A fast paced un put downable story set in a retirement community, where ex police are being murdered, and we are also treated to the growing romance between Kit and Sam.

This is the first book I have read by this author and I will surely be reading more.

The plot being based within a residential assisted living complex was a great setting and the characters and their history were each very entertaining.

I enjoyed the dynamics between the two main characters and the story kept me hooked throughout. I was drawn in right from the start and was eager to see how the story unfolded which didn’t disappoint.

Greatly recommend this book and look forward to the next instalment.

Cheater is the second book in The San Diego Case Files by Karen Rose.
In short, it’s six months since Homicide Detective Kit McKittrick was involved in stopping one of San Diego’s deadliest serial killers, now a high-ranking retired cop is found murdered in the Shady Oaks retirement centre and it soon becomes clear that there’s someone out there praying on the elderly.
I always look forward to reading books by the best selling author Karen Rose and Cheater is another enjoyable mystery. It wasn’t too difficult to work out the killer but that didn’t spoil the story, it was a thoroughly detailed investigation with twists and turns as expected. Obviously, part of the story picked up and continued with Kit & Sam’s painfully vulnerable relationship which is a tad cheesy at times…maybe the next case file book will bring a bit of healthy clarity and I’m looking forward to finding out!
Big thanks to Karen Rose, Headline and NetGalley for this eARC which I chose to read in return for my honest review.

I'm very happy to be back with Kit and Sam. Although I wish their 'relationship' would hurry up and move on to an <i/>actual<i> relationship!

The murder was good, the case moved along well, pacing as usual was perfect for the size of the book. And I really enjoyed getting more of Connor - Kit's new partner - he is very sweet.

All in all a good installment in the series, and I look forward to the next.

Following Detective Kit McKittrick’s current investigation with a recent homicide case which turns out to be one of their own who’s been murdered, who was residing in a local residential complex. Learning the reason he left the force and why he didn’t keep in touch with any of his former colleagues. Whilst working this case, Kit is having to work at times alongside Dr Sam Reeves, who for her own reasons she endeavours to avoid. Well renowned for being a great homicide detective, Kit has been through her own challenges/personal loss, a recent meeting of two young girls remind her of this. Reminiscing of days past with her sister Wren and how they came to join their loving parents …

Great read, from beginning to end, would definitely recommend.

This is the second book in the San Diego Case Files featuring Homicide Detective Ki McKittrick and criminal Psychologist Dr Sam Reeves.
When a victim is found stabbed to death in the exclusive Shady Oak Retirement Village Kit is tasked to investigate.
There are some brilliant plot twists within the story but if you are wanting what the book describes as an romantic suspense thriller then you will be disappointed with the lack of romance.

An engaging mystery but different from the Karen Rose books I’m used to. A slow burn focusing on a murder in a retirement village. Felt more Agatha Christie than usual. The tension between Kit and Sam was building underneath and I’m hoping for great things in book 3.

This is the second book in the San Diego series featuring Homicide Detective Kit Mckittrick and Dr Sam Reeves but can easily be read as a standalone. When you read a Karen Rose book you know what you’re getting, a good crime story with a slow burning romance and this one is no different. This is a really enjoyable read with some lovely characters.
Thank you NetGalley and Headline for the Arc in return for my honest review.

I really enjoyed this one, book #2 in the San Diego Case Files series #Cheater. It’s a brilliant read. I couldn’t put it down.
The plot is full of intrigue, suspense and twists and turns with a few possible suspects, All to keep you guessing. It’s brilliantly detailed and flows well.
The characters are well developed and likeable. And described in a way to make them feel like real people. I loved the way the main characters home life is blended with the case. It adds depth to the story.
Overall, a brilliant read for mystery, crime, police procedural, romance, thriller fans. A guaranteed page turner. Definitely worth a read.
I look forward to more from this series @KarenRose
Highly recommend.
With thanks to #NetGallery #Headline @headlinebooks for an arc of #Cheater in exchange for a honest review.
Book publishes 28 March 2024.

A good thriller, straight into the story and I was immediately drawn into it. This was a good crime read. My thanks to netgalley and the publishers for giving me the opportunity to read this book in return for an honest review.

✨My Thoughts✨

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

I enjoyed the previous book in this series Cold Blooded Liar so much I couldn’t wait to get back to San Diego!.

The story drove straight into Kit and her family life which is just beautiful and I enjoyed it so much in the previous book so I’m so glad that it was continuing in Cheater.

This case is all about what happened at the Shady Oaks Retirement Centre, a man has been murdered and it turns out he’s a retired Lieutenant from the San Diego Police Department.

One thing Kit isn’t expecting to see at Shady Oaks is Dr Sam Reeves, she’s pushed him away and said they can’t even be friends because she thinks she’s not good enough for him but can she put that aside and get his help again?.

What an intriguing case this was, it was filled with the authors amazing way of blending the main character’s home life with the case which I just loved and it was filled to the brim with mystery, intrigue and heart pounding moments.

All the characters we met in the previous book are all here in this one too and I enjoyed catching up with them, especially the McKittricks.

Cheater is a gripping thriller that keeps you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. Karen Rose masterfully weaves together a complex plot filled with twists and turns, while also delving into the psychological depths of her characters. The protagonist, a detective with a troubled past, is both relatable and compelling, making it easy for readers to become invested in her journey. With its fast-paced narrative and skillful storytelling, Cheater is a must-read for fans of the genre.