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BOOK INFO
Title: The Dagger
Author: Pam Anders
Publisher: Real Publishing
Publish Date: September 8, 2018
Genre: Mystery Thriller
Series: Kat Delaney #1
My Rating: 4/5
BOOK BLURB
Twenty-four year old school teacher KATHRYN (KAT) DELANEY enjoys a comfortable and nondescript life, until events begin to crash down around her, beginning with the murder of her acutely secretive and over-protective father. His death triggers an investigation, which raises questions as to who he really was, and who she is.
Kat is determined to find the answer to her true identity, but the answers find her before she has a chance. Kat is thrown into the violent and chilling world from which her father had protected her all these years, and now she must fight for her life.

MY REVIEW
Kat’s father was a wonderful dad who loved and protected his daughter, but he was never clear about his past. After Kat’s father is killed, Kat is thrown into a mystery to find out what her father was hiding and who she really is.
This is a fast-paced read. The first part of the novel is a typical mystery, where someone is killed and an investigation into the death begins. Then things take a turn, and a wild adventure begins for Kat as she discovers more about her past. Kat is a young woman, working as a teacher, and living a normal life. She is a little spoiled by her father, but as the novel progresses she starts to take care of herself and become more independent.
The Dagger is an interesting mystery. Kat’s search into her past leads to a wild experience with a variety of characters, including a former boyfriend turned PI, a crazy madman, and a fanatical cult. Suspenseful and exciting.
I received a digital copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
Books in the Kat Delaney series:
- The Dagger
I need more mysteries. I’m thinking about making it my theme for March
It’s my favorite genre, so I think that’s a great idea! 😉
I’ve not heard of this book or author and will check it out as it has a favorite topic, family secrets, at its center. Thanks for featuring, Darinda!
I think this is the first book by the author. It’s available on Kindle unlimited if you use that. Hope you enjoy it! 😊