Cover of Night

by Linda Howard
Cover of Night cover
Good Books rating 3.83
Thriller/Suspense
Technical
  • ID: 2376
  • Added: 2025-10-13
  • Updated: 2025-10-13
  • ISBN: 9781405516426
  • Publisher: Hachette UK
  • Published: 2012-03-22
  • Reviews: 3

Cate Nightingale runs a struggling guest house in a small community, occasionally relying on the help of Cal Harris, a reserved local handyman. When her home is invaded by three thugs seeking a missing guest's belongings, Cal's true nature is revealed as he bravely defends Cate and the village from the intruders. As the town is held hostage with no phone access, Cate and Cal embark on a desperate journey to seek help from a neighboring town. Along the way, Cate witnesses Cal's transformation from a timid carpenter to a fearless protector, making her question if there is more to him than meets the eye./n/nThe story unfolds with intense suspense and unexpected twists, as Cate and Cal navigate the dangers of their isolated village and the mysterious circumstances surrounding the vanished guest. The novel blends elements of suspense and romance, keeping readers on the edge of their seats while exploring the complexities of human nature and the bonds that form in times of crisis.

Reviews
Amazon · 2025-10-13
Excellent 4.50

This romantic thriller is taut and exciting, with great character chemistry and a thrilling plot.

The reviewer praised the book for its tight pacing and exciting plot, which kept them on the edge of their seat. They particularly enjoyed the chemistry between the main characters, Cal and Cate, which added depth to the romantic elements of the story. The supporting characters were also well-developed, contributing to an overall thrilling reading experience.

Quick quotes

    This was a taught, exciting romantic thriller with great primary and secondary supporting characters.

    The chemistry between Cal and Cate was fantastic.

    Cate is a strong, resourceful heroine who holds her own against the villain.

Book Binge · Holly · 2018-04-05
Great 4.00

The book delivers breathless action, gripping suspense, and intense romance, making it a thrilling read.

Holly found the book to be a thrilling read with its fast-paced action and suspenseful moments. The romantic elements were intense and well-executed, adding to the overall excitement. The reviewer appreciated the tight storytelling and the way the author balanced action, suspense, and romance seamlessly. It was a gripping novel that kept them engaged from start to finish.

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    For breathless action, gripping suspense, and intense romance, bestselling author Linda Howard never misses a beat–and her thrilling new novel ...

    The action adds tension and excitement to the story.

    The chemistry between the main characters is palpable and adds to the overall enjoyment of the book.

Dear Author · 2006-09-19
Mixed 3.00

The book felt slow to start due to the introduction of many characters upfront, but the romantic tension and suspense picked up as the story progressed.

The reviewer found the initial setup of the book to be a bit overwhelming with too many characters introduced at once, which made the beginning feel slow. However, they appreciated the building romantic tension between the main characters and the suspenseful moments that kept them engaged. Overall, it was an enjoyable read despite the rocky start.

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    Cover of Night wasn't a perfect reading experience for me.

    I felt that the introduction of so many characters upfront made the book slow to get started.

    The romantic tension between the characters was well-done and kept me interested.

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