No Stone Unturned

No Stone Unturned by Julie Moffett<br />Lexi Carmichael mysteries #11. Best read in series order. <br />Slash is being threatened and travels to Rome to investigate. Lexi isn’t about to let him handle things alone so follows him hoping to help. The Vatican will never be the same. <br /><br />Political maneuvering and conspiracy make this novel a bit more complicated than some of the past books. Who is Slash’s father and is it really that important in the upper levels of Vatican? Some expected bumbling by Lexi as usual, this time getting them publicly recognized. <br />A bit different format than the usual in that there are actually passages from their nemesis throughout the story. <br />Some questions answered but not all. Hints there may be more personal intrigue to come. <br /><br />? I alternated between both a paperback and an audiobook copy of this story. The narrator is Kristen Watson Heintz. I’ve listened and read to many of the previous books in this series by the same narrator. Maybe I didn’t notice before, or got used to is, but her lisp is very clearly heard in this performance. A bit distracting. <br /><br />Love the cover on the paperback with a photo of Rome in the silhouette. <br />Intriguing and engaging. <br />

No Stone Unturned by Julie Moffett is number eleven in the Lexi Carmichael series and the best one yet. I think I have said that about every book in the series but this one finally let us fans get to know Slash and his past.<br /><br />I was thrilled that this time Ms. Moffett wrote Slash's thoughts throughout this adventure. I have always appreciated his caring, concern and admiration of Lexie, his spy/operative skills and his super hacking skills; but to finally read his thoughts and feelings made me appreciate him so much more. Throughout the series Slash's past has been carefully edited for everyone, including Lexie, but in this one we all learn more about his work at the Vatican and his childhood. All of which made this book an engrossing read for me. Lexie, as usual, was her lovable, geeky and awkward self which made me smile. I laughed out loud at her "white knuckle ride" with Slash along the Amalfi coast. This time they face a truly Machiavellian plot from Italy that hints of Slash's dark past. This book has a plot that speeds along at breakneck speed, wonderful secondary characters that I enjoyed visiting with again and a reveal that was so satisfying that I cheered. Ms. Moffett also left us with just a small hint of what we may be seeing in the next book - at least I hope so. I cannot recommend this book highly enough for all readers who enjoy a great mystery with a touch of romance, friendship and family.<br /><br />I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book. All of the above opinions are my own.

3.5 stars<br /><br />Lexi and Slash are back, this time in a more personal story. While previous books have pitted Lexi and her friends against major threats to the world with life-threatening danger involved, this one offers less mortal peril but more emotional obstacles.<br /><br />Lexi and Slash recently have gotten engaged, and Lexi thinks her greatest problem will be dealing with an engagement party and pushy relatives wanting to know when the wedding—and grandchildren—are expected. But when vague threats spur Slash suddenly to leave for Italy without explanation and without Lexi, Lexi wonders just how well she knows him and how much they truly trust each other. It seems Slash’s mysterious past is coming to haunt him, but Lexi is not about to let him push her away when clearly he needs her the most.<br /><br />The story offers some typical Lexi social awkwardness and tech genius. But the real treats of this tale <br />are finding out about Slash’s mysterious past and watching Lexi and Slash come to trust and love each other even more. The ending leaves an intriguing question which may well be the subject of the next book. I’ll look forward to it.<br />

Lexi number 11 and WOW! What a story. <br /><br />Lexi and Slash are engaged and living together in their new house. However, a couple of incidents have Slash traveling to Italy, leaving a worried Lexi behind. Slash is confronted with a part of his past he would rather forget and not have Lexi know. But Lexi is not prepared to let Slash face his demons alone. <br /><br />Slash has been a mystery for most of the series. The suave and skilled hacker and operative, constantly followed by his own security detail. We finally delve into his background! I loved the descriptions of the beautiful Italian countryside and the visit to Nonna (and her cat!). This book shows Lexi has grown so much and is willing to fight for Slash and their happiness. It has a different vibe to it, but it was a wonderful read and I can't wait for the next.<br /><br />Of course I can't divulge too much as I don't want to spoil anyone before this book is published in January 2019, but I have been highlighting like crazy and I am sure Julie won't mind me giving some quotes...<br /><i><br />'You were completely different from any other woman I'd ever met. I didn't want you to come to me the way most people did. But it also meant I wasn't sure how to go about getting you to love me." "That makes no sense. You just had to be yourself. Obviously, that was enough for me. "<br /><br />'Why? Slash, do you really have to ask me that? When you gave me this ring, I understood it to mean we're a team in all parts of our lives. The good and the bad. We may not have had the wedding yet, but this ring means everything we face, we face together."<br /><br />'You're the beginning of my everything," he whispered. </i><br /><br />*** I received an ARC from the publisher via Netgalley, but this is my honest and voluntary review. There is a digital copy waiting for me on publication date as I have bought the book myself. ***<br /><br /><br />

<i> <b>“We all have a past…The question is, are you going to remain a prisoner to yours?”</b> </i><br /><br /> Self-proclaimed geek and expert hacker, Lexi Carmichael feels out of her element when it comes to “peopling”. Never being one to know what to say and do, she finds herself lost at her own engagement party. Slash, her fiancée and fellow hacker, is offering the back-up needed to fend off her anxiety. But when secrets from Slash’s past start to threaten Lexi, Slash does the unthinkable by leaving her behind and heading to Rome to face the threat head on…and alone.<br /><br /> Lexi can’t believe Slash still does not see them as a team. Not one to be left cooling her heals, Lexi instigates an investigation on her own, and what she uncovers has her hopping the first flight to Rome to track down Slash and offer assistance whether he wants it or not.<br /><br /> As the clues of Slash’s birth and past secret agent activities start piecing together, Lexi and Slash find themselves in the crosshairs of a powerful enemy…one that is deeply connected within the Vatican and a past Slash can no longer hide.<br /><br /> <i>No Stone Unturned</i> is the 11th installment to the Lexi Carmichael mystery series, but the first read for me. Usually when picking up in the middle of a series, I’ve found myself so lost in all the characters and back story that it was hard to enjoy the current plot. Not the case here! Julie Moffett did an excellent job in the telling of Lexi and Slash’s story without bogging down or confusing the mystery in this book. <i>No Stone Unturned</i> grabbed and kept my attention from beginning to end! Loved and highly recommend!<br /><br /><br />*Received ARC via NetGalley for honest review*<br /><br /><br /><b>Fav quotes:</b><br /><br /><i>“…I want you to know something…I’m deeply and intentionally in love with you. You can rest assured I’m not going to let anything touch what we have. You—our life—it means everything to me.”<br /><br />“Home was where your heart belonged, where the people you loved anchored you. Home was where you could be your true self with people who loved you just as you were.”<br /><br />“You’re the beginning of my everything…”</i><br />

Already on my second read and loving it just as much as the first! Although I had read an ARC from NetGalley, the Lexi Carmichael Mysteries series is a must-pre-order for me. I am in awe of every book in this series and No Stone Unturned is my newest favorite. Julie Moffett proves time and again that light reading can still reflect quality writing. The intricacy of the plots she creates and the evolution of the relationships among her characters are at least a well-written those in any genre and the whole point is to provide entertainment! Ms. Moffett is by far not the only outstanding author among those who strive to entertain us but she is one of my favorites. <br />Fans of the series don't need to be sold on each new book. In No Stone Unturned, we get a peek at Slash's background which has been a dream for most of us since we first met him. Watching Lexi in action, both in her new strong sense of self and the old Lexi-under-the-black-cloud persona, is a delight that offers fans the perfect read. <br />I doubt that this is the perfect entry book for those new to the series, but I do believe that any reader would love it. <br />As you can imagine, I was thrilled to be approved for an ARC from NetGalley and am more than ready to shout to all about how much I loved No Stone Unturned. It is going to be a regular reread for sure. Needless to say, I can hardly wait for the next book. #NoStoneUnTurned #NetGalley<br />

Whoa. This book had a slightly darker feel than some of the others. Maybe it's just me. I don't know. While the earlier books had high stakes and the potential for massive (even global) destruction, this one felt more personal to Lexi. And Slash. I mean, they've finally decided to make their intertwined lives more official and suddenly this THING is popping up that threatens to derail them.<br /><br />The issues aren't necessarily on a global scale, but it felt like there was more impact to them.<br /><br />Huh. Apparently, it's the little things that get me. Like Lexi choosing to step back and bide her time once she realized how badly Slash didn't want her to see the thing she was trying to see. And their relationship! Oh, I like these two together. I'm big enough to admit I wasn't thrilled with their pairing when it first happened (for reasons that had nothing to do with Slash, mind you), but I am ONE HUNDRED PERCENT Team Slash and Lexi now. ONE HUNDRED PERCENT.<br /><br />Maybe it was getting into Slash's head that did it. I like that guy. He's honorable and deadly and REALLY FREAKING GOOD at everything he sets his mind to do. He and Lexi make a solid team with skill sets that complement one another in the best possible way.<br /><br />I fell like I'm being a little flaily and gushy, but THESE TWO. I like how they work things out when things get dicey. I like how they stand up and fight for one another when needed. I like how they're willing to take on the most powerful people in the world if it comes down to it.<br /><br />Team Slash and Lexi! YES!<br /><br />-Kelly @ <a href="http://paranormalbookreviews-kelly.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Reading the Paranormal</a><br />

A Lexi Carmichael Mystery #11<br /><br />Our favorite Geek, Lexi Carmichael is back along with her new fiancée, Slash, who has put a huge rock on her finger. Yes, she is engaged. And before you can say Congratulations, Slash is gone and Lexi is frustrated.<br /><br />Feeling left out and worried she takes her hacking skills to the next level and finds out she may not know Slash and his past at all. She has questions. And she will stand by her man and fight the people threatening their lives with all she has. Typical Lexi.<br /><br />From The Vatican, to the beautiful Amalfi Coast and back again, this fast-paced novel has everything a good thriller should have. Conspiracy theories, the Catholic Church, a rogue and power-hungry priest who will let nothing stand in his way of becoming the next Pope. Only the current one has his own plans and his own secret weapon in Slash.<br /><br />This was a non-stop action mystery thriller! Every other chapter I was saying, "What???" which is a good thing. These two may be my favorite book couple.<br /><br />Well Done!<br /><br />Netgalley/ January 14th 2019 by Carina Press

This time we get to read from both Lexi and Slash's points of view, as they travel throughout Italy to uncover the reason they were sent mysterious letters. During their travels, as they speak to a lot of different people, we learn a lot about Slash's past, and Slash also learns some truths himself. Lexi seems to have matured a fair bit, and she really is a stabilising force for Slash in this one. <br />This book was a great read!

No Stone Unturned was a wonderful read, I couldn’t rush through. I had anticipated more conflict between Lexi and Slash. I was pleasantly surprised when it delivered instead, heart and a sweet sense of what true commitment to one’s partner is all about. This book is now tied as my favorite in the series. I savored every page.