"Words cannot explain how phenomenal this book was. The characters are so believable and relatable. The twists and turns keep you on the edge of your seat and flying through the pages. This is one book you should be desperate to read." Caroline
Special Agent Wyatt Tanner has always worked undercover. He thrives in the dark of the night. He survives by turning himself into someone else. But living so long in the shadows can make a man forget who he really is. When people start dying, when he finds blood on his own hands, he questions the choices he has made, the people he is with.
Can he find his way back to the light? Can he trust the beautiful woman who needs his help? Or does she also have a secret life?
He'll have to make one desperate play to find out…
Don't miss this undercover, suspenseful tale of espionage and unexpected romance from #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy! For fans of Allison Brennan, Lisa Gardner, Iris Johansen, Sandra Brown and Nora Roberts
Note: THE FBI SERIES takes readers on thrilling, romantic, and suspenseful adventures! While an overarching mystery plays out over the first five novels, every story stands completely on its own and there are no cliffhangers! The books feature complex and exciting storylines ranging from kidnapping to organized crime, terrorism, and espionage. Personal stories often play out against a bigger, broader storyline, and surprising twists will keep you up all night. Start reading today!
Check out more books in the series!
Perilous Trust #1
Reckless Whisper #2
Desperate Play #3
Elusive Promise #4
Dangerous Choice #5
Ruthless Cross #6
Critical Doubt #7
Fearless Pursuit #8
Daring Deception #9
Risky Bargain #10
Perfect Target #11
Fatal Betrayal #12
What the readers are saying about DESPERATE PLAY…
"Barbara Freethy's books never disappoint, and this one will keep readers on the edge of their seats as they navigate the tangled web Avery and Wyatt find themselves in." Stacey – Goodreads on DESPERATE PLAY
"DESPERATE PLAY is the 3rd book in Barbara Freethy’s Off the Grid series and it did not disappoint! I’ve read all the books and each one is amazing!" Mindy – Goodreads
"DESPERATE PLAY is fast-paced and full of suspense. You find yourself second guessing the characters’ actions, trying to piece together the clues and find out who the traitor is." Polly - Goodreads
"What a brilliant story! Couldn't put it down. It had so many twists and turns." Noreen – Goodreads on Desperate Play
"DESPERATE PLAY is so good! If you like suspense, lies, betrayal, action, and love then you will love this book." Becky - Goodreads
"An excellent romantic thriller filled with plenty of action, I didn’t know who the killers were until the end. Makes for a really enjoyable read. Can’t wait for another in this series." J. Stryker – Goodreads on DESPERATE PLAY