Review: You Can Run by Rebecca Zanetti

Author: Rebecca Zanetti
Publisher: Zebra
Publication Date: January 2022

 Laurel Snow wouldn’t call hunting a serial killer a vacation, but with a pile of dead bodies unearthed near her Genesis Valley, WA, hometown, she’ll take what she can get. Yet something about this case stirs her in unexpected ways. Like the startling connection she feels to Dr. Abigail Caine, a fiercely intelligent witness with a disturbing knack for making Laurel feel like she has something on her. Then there’s Laurel’s attraction to Huck Rivers, the fish and wildlife officer guiding her to the crime scene—and into the wilderness…

A former soldier and a trained sniper, Huck’s thirst for blood is rivaled only by his fierce pursuit of Laurel. He’s been burned by love, wounded by the government, and betrayed before, and to say he has trust issues is the ultimate understatement. Plus, he might be closer to this killer than anybody knows…

Once in the heart of darkness with Huck, Laurel must negotiate her distracting desire for him, her complex rapport with Abigail—and her mission to find a serial killer among a growing list of suspects and a danger that’s far too close to home. So close in fact, Laurel fears she will never find her way back to the woman she once was…

You Can Run is the first book in a new series featuring Laurel Snow.  She is an FBI agent who has a high track record for catching serial killers.  When a number of bodies are found near her hometown, she is sent there to catch the killer. Having to team up with the local law enforcement might prove to give her head and her heart problems.

I really enjoyed this one.  I was hooked from the start.  The mystery was really good and I was kept guessing.  There are some interesting twists that have implications for later books.  My favorite part of the book was Laurel herself.  She is a genius, socially awkward and has a photographic memory.  I loved her brutal honesty.  She kind of reminded me of the main character of the TV show Bones.  I enjoyed watching her begin to touch base with her emotions. I can't wait to see how she grows her in her new friendships and in her blossoming relationship with Huck.  I definitely recommend this one.  I can't wait for the next book!