Every Last One - Carolyn Arnold

 Every Last One - Carolyn Arnold

Pub. Date:  Nov. 18, 2025

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When a hospital is taken seize by gunmen and placed on lock down, FBI Special Agent Sandra Vos is called in to negotiate. All communication has been cut off and the lives of patients and professionals are in danger including a young girl about to undergo a life-saving heart transplant with a limited time for the surgery. Sandra’s personal tragedy—her brother’s death at the hands of a hostage taker—haunts her during every negotiation, pushing her to succeed with minimal collateral damage. Meanwhile, the police race to identify the gunmen and uncover their motive.

Carolyn Arnold is one of my go-to authors.  With over thirty books spanning six series and diverse genres, including strong police procedurals, cozy mysteries, and adventure novels, she’s a master of suspenseful storytelling.

This the second installment in a new series by Arnold. It can be read as a standalone and is yet another gripping thriller by her. I read it in one day as I couldn’t put it down. As the tension escalates, the human stories of the hostages and the hostage takers tugs at the heartstrings. 

Sandra is a strong, capable and likable protagonist, and her support team is equally appealing. I particularly liked how the investigators were able to identify the culprits and their motivations. While I don’t want to spoil the plot, there’s a concerning and relevant theme here that resonates with many people in the United States today.

Thanks to @NetGalley and @Bookouture for the DRC.

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