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Now We Run
The past comes full circle with a vengeance in this blistering thriller from Joe Hart, Wall Street Journal bestselling and Edgar Award-winning author of Or Else.
Family advocate Nora McTavish is no stranger to hardship and meeting trauma head on- it's part of what drives her to fight on behalf of those in need. So when the opportunity arises to track down and confront the mother who abandoned her as a child she decides to face the past and slay her demons once and for all.
But finding her mother is only the beginning of a journey that will take her from the gorgeous Gulf of California coastline, through the unforgiving desert of northern Mexico, and back to the mountains of Oregon- all in an effort to keep a young boy safe from an abusive father with unlimited resources and a wrath without bounds.
Before long Nora will be forced to confront not only a ruthless killer hell-bent on her destruction, but also the landscape of her own ravaged heart. And only one thing is for certain- she will never be the same again.
Family advocate Nora McTavish is no stranger to hardship and meeting trauma head on- it's part of what drives her to fight on behalf of those in need. So when the opportunity arises to track down and confront the mother who abandoned her as a child she decides to face the past and slay her demons once and for all.
But finding her mother is only the beginning of a journey that will take her from the gorgeous Gulf of California coastline, through the unforgiving desert of northern Mexico, and back to the mountains of Oregon- all in an effort to keep a young boy safe from an abusive father with unlimited resources and a wrath without bounds.
Before long Nora will be forced to confront not only a ruthless killer hell-bent on her destruction, but also the landscape of her own ravaged heart. And only one thing is for certain- she will never be the same again.
308 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 24, 2024
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Joe Hart
39 books1,251 followersJoe Hart is the Edgar Award-winning and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of seventeen novels including The River Is Dark, Obscura, The Last Girl, and Or Else. His work has been optioned for film and translated into eight languages. He lives with his family in Minnesota.
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November 1, 2024
I just don’t know how Joe Hart manages to do it. For the third straight time, he’s hit it out of the park with Now We Run in all of its addictive, fast-paced, edge-of-your-seat glory. With a handful of compelling characters and one nail-biting game of cat-and-mouse, I found myself ripping through the pages until the utterly perfect climax and finale. After all, this book brought to life good versus evil and right versus wrong while also evocatively expressing the complexities of the parent-child relationship through two irresistibly dynamic personas.
It was, however, Nora’s continuing saga in this third book in the series that really hit home. Building upon the backdrop of her turbulent childhood, we saw not only her rescuing the defenseless this time around, but also being vulnerable herself. Well-developed and genuinely flawed, I grew to love her character even more as the plot moved along. And then there were Matthew and Gwen. Both powerful personas in their own right, I felt deeply for them too. Like I said, I don’t know how Joe does it as he both pulled my heart-strings and shredded my nerves in one masterful go.
All in all, from the gripping multiple POVs—including one truly evil individual—to the propulsive, driving plot that held ever ratcheting suspense, I fell in love at first sight. I admit that I did have to suspend all disbelief as the adrenaline-fueled twists departed from reality a few times, but I didn’t mind in the slightest. After all, thanks to this author’s virtuoso-like skill at melding action-packed and poignant, there wasn’t a moment where I wasn’t fully invested. So run out and grab this whole series ASAP. Trust me when I say that you don’t want to miss a moment with Nora. Rating of 5 stars.
SYNOPSIS:
Family advocate Nora McTavish is no stranger to hardship and meeting trauma head on- it's part of what drives her to fight on behalf of those in need. So when the opportunity arises to track down and confront the mother who abandoned her as a child she decides to face the past and slay her demons once and for all.
But finding her mother is only the beginning of a journey that will take her from the gorgeous Gulf of California coastline, through the unforgiving desert of northern Mexico, and back to the mountains of Oregon- all in an effort to keep a young boy safe from an abusive father with unlimited resources and a wrath without bounds.
Before long Nora will be forced to confront not only a ruthless killer hell-bent on her destruction, but also the landscape of her own ravaged heart. And only one thing is for certain- she will never be the same again.
Thank you to Joe Hart and @books_by_the _bottle for my complimentary copy. All opinions are my own.
PUB DATE: Out now!
Trigger warning: death of a parent, claustrophobia, illegal immigration, breaking and entering, assault, strangulation, gun violence, mention of: child abuse
It was, however, Nora’s continuing saga in this third book in the series that really hit home. Building upon the backdrop of her turbulent childhood, we saw not only her rescuing the defenseless this time around, but also being vulnerable herself. Well-developed and genuinely flawed, I grew to love her character even more as the plot moved along. And then there were Matthew and Gwen. Both powerful personas in their own right, I felt deeply for them too. Like I said, I don’t know how Joe does it as he both pulled my heart-strings and shredded my nerves in one masterful go.
All in all, from the gripping multiple POVs—including one truly evil individual—to the propulsive, driving plot that held ever ratcheting suspense, I fell in love at first sight. I admit that I did have to suspend all disbelief as the adrenaline-fueled twists departed from reality a few times, but I didn’t mind in the slightest. After all, thanks to this author’s virtuoso-like skill at melding action-packed and poignant, there wasn’t a moment where I wasn’t fully invested. So run out and grab this whole series ASAP. Trust me when I say that you don’t want to miss a moment with Nora. Rating of 5 stars.
SYNOPSIS:
Family advocate Nora McTavish is no stranger to hardship and meeting trauma head on- it's part of what drives her to fight on behalf of those in need. So when the opportunity arises to track down and confront the mother who abandoned her as a child she decides to face the past and slay her demons once and for all.
But finding her mother is only the beginning of a journey that will take her from the gorgeous Gulf of California coastline, through the unforgiving desert of northern Mexico, and back to the mountains of Oregon- all in an effort to keep a young boy safe from an abusive father with unlimited resources and a wrath without bounds.
Before long Nora will be forced to confront not only a ruthless killer hell-bent on her destruction, but also the landscape of her own ravaged heart. And only one thing is for certain- she will never be the same again.
Thank you to Joe Hart and @books_by_the _bottle for my complimentary copy. All opinions are my own.
PUB DATE: Out now!
Trigger warning: death of a parent, claustrophobia, illegal immigration, breaking and entering, assault, strangulation, gun violence, mention of: child abuse
October 13, 2024
As the plot unfolded it became too unrealistic.
Not sure what the plot was.
Nora searches for her mother then kidnaps the child her mother was nanny to.
What?
Give it time to get too know Nora what makes her tick.
Just didn't work.
Not sure what the plot was.
Nora searches for her mother then kidnaps the child her mother was nanny to.
What?
Give it time to get too know Nora what makes her tick.
Just didn't work.
October 8, 2024
This was not one of my favorites, but not because of the writing or the plot development. It was needlessly very violent and bloody, which became tiresome and interfered with the story. That, as well as having to suspend belief several times due to the ridiculousness of parts of the plot. 2.5 rounded up to 3 stars.
October 7, 2024
Good story, but very stressful. Nora finally finds her mother, in Mexico. She is in the process of rescuing a young boy when she is murdered. Nora flees with the boy, but isn’t safe yet. It is great for the heroine to be a child advocate.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 5, 2024
Oh my oh my! Haven’t read anything this great in a long time.
October 2, 2024
Roller coaster ride
I started the book with the ending already imagined but as usual Joe Hart did not disappoint. It was a great read.
I started the book with the ending already imagined but as usual Joe Hart did not disappoint. It was a great read.
September 28, 2024
WOW WOW
What a read and somehow this all happens in real life, too!!
Are lets HOPE its just words coming from the mind of a great writer…….. Mr JH
Well Done!!
What a read and somehow this all happens in real life, too!!
Are lets HOPE its just words coming from the mind of a great writer…….. Mr JH
Well Done!!
September 26, 2024
Loved this book
One of the best books I’ve read. One I’ll probably read again. I highly recommend this book. Such a great story
One of the best books I’ve read. One I’ll probably read again. I highly recommend this book. Such a great story
November 1, 2024
Book 3 of Nora McTavish. Heart pounding, page turning and emotional all rolled into this story.
November 2, 2024
I just love a Joe Hart book! Add in Nora McTavish and I know I will be ripping through the pages, my heart in my throat, stressing biting my nails. This is the third book in the series and each one gets better, I am not sure how that is possible since they are all fantastic! I loved that I was able to dive into Nora's past. It is haunting, horrifying, and so hard to imagine forgiving the person who left your family without giving a reason. Especially when they are one of the people who are supposed to protect you.
I traveled extensively from the safety of my comfy couch. From Mexico and back to Oregon. The bad guys in this book were next level terrifying. The Mexican Cartel are in hot pursuit of Nora. I will not go into any more details. You just need to read this book or start with book one and work your way up. It is worth it, I promise. Nora is a phenomenal character who will carve a place out in your heart. How much she gives to save children and families will make your eyes tear up. Especially when you find out why.
I traveled extensively from the safety of my comfy couch. From Mexico and back to Oregon. The bad guys in this book were next level terrifying. The Mexican Cartel are in hot pursuit of Nora. I will not go into any more details. You just need to read this book or start with book one and work your way up. It is worth it, I promise. Nora is a phenomenal character who will carve a place out in your heart. How much she gives to save children and families will make your eyes tear up. Especially when you find out why.
October 16, 2024
oh I loved it!!!
I loved this three part series with Norah. I wish it’d continue on. I’ve gotten so invested in these characters that I’m sad to let them go. Even the dog Merrill, I’m going to miss him too. I’m thinking out of the three this one is the absolute best. Norah finding out what happened to her mom was a great surprise and the mystery part of this story is hands down exciting and suspenseful! Five stars
I loved this three part series with Norah. I wish it’d continue on. I’ve gotten so invested in these characters that I’m sad to let them go. Even the dog Merrill, I’m going to miss him too. I’m thinking out of the three this one is the absolute best. Norah finding out what happened to her mom was a great surprise and the mystery part of this story is hands down exciting and suspenseful! Five stars
September 30, 2024
Good read
As I finished this book it spoke volumes to me. Good versus evil. Bullying versus compassion. Cold hearted man versus strong willed woman. "Now We Run" versus stand tall and fight for what's right. Goodness, compassion, and standing for what's right should win every time.
As I finished this book it spoke volumes to me. Good versus evil. Bullying versus compassion. Cold hearted man versus strong willed woman. "Now We Run" versus stand tall and fight for what's right. Goodness, compassion, and standing for what's right should win every time.
October 2, 2024
good conclusion I just wished the author would've delved a little deeper into why Nora was the way she was often I didnt understand her motivations which made it hard to connect with her
October 4, 2024
Another great addition.
October 9, 2024
I won this book as a Goodreads giveaway. This was a fast-paced thriller that was well worth the read.
October 11, 2024
Wow. This Nora Maravich series just gets better with each book! This one just blew me away. I couldn’t put it down!
November 15, 2024
Can't put it down.
Jon Hart will keep you up at night because you can't stop reading as you wait and wonder how far they will have to run.
Jon Hart will keep you up at night because you can't stop reading as you wait and wonder how far they will have to run.
October 20, 2024
𝑾𝒆 𝒏𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒓 𝒌𝒏𝒐𝒘 𝒘𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒘𝒆'𝒍𝒍 𝒅𝒐 𝒘𝒉𝒆𝒏 𝒘𝒆 𝒈𝒆𝒕 𝒘𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒘𝒆 𝒘𝒂𝒏𝒕. 𝑾𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒌 𝒘𝒆 𝒅𝒐, 𝒃𝒖𝒕 𝒘𝒆 𝒅𝒐𝒏'𝒕. 𝑰𝒕'𝒔 𝒖𝒏𝒅𝒊𝒔𝒄𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒅 𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒚 𝒊𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒅𝒆 𝒖𝒔 𝒂𝒍𝒍. 𝑾𝒆 𝒌𝒏𝒐𝒘 𝒃𝒆𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝒘𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒘𝒆'𝒍𝒍 𝒅𝒐 𝒊𝒏 𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒈𝒆𝒅𝒚 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒏 𝒊𝒏 𝒇𝒖𝒍𝒇𝒊𝒍𝒍𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕. 𝑨𝒏𝒅 𝒎𝒂𝒚𝒃𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒕'𝒔 𝒘𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒃𝒆𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒍𝒐𝒔𝒕 𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒚 𝒊𝒔.
Oh, how I love this series, and my heart broke into pieces for Nora McTavish. In the previous two books, I knew her as a family advocate, fiercely protecting the vulnerable. It was breathtaking to see Nora's vulnerable side in this installment. Previously, we got glimpses into her personal life and the pain she carried due to the mother who abandoned her, but in NOW WE RUN, Nora finally has the opportunity to track down her mother and demand answers to the questions she has asked herself since she was a child.
Her journey leads her to Mexico where she not only finds more questions than answers but also a young boy in need of saving from a brutal, sadistic father. While he has not unleashed his full wrath upon the boy, he is being groomed and molded into becoming a soulless, violent man like his father. Nora can't let that happen, and even though traveling with the boy complicates her plans, she once again puts her own needs to the side to ensure the safety of another.
I had tears in my eyes more than once while reading. I have a complicated history with my birth mother, who abandoned my two sisters and me when we were young. I struggled like Nora struggled, and I had so many questions that I needed answers to. But when the time came to confront her, I realized her answers didn't really matter because I had found fulfillment with the family who chose me.
Another win from this author, and I can't wait to see what he comes up with next. This book is available now.
Oh, how I love this series, and my heart broke into pieces for Nora McTavish. In the previous two books, I knew her as a family advocate, fiercely protecting the vulnerable. It was breathtaking to see Nora's vulnerable side in this installment. Previously, we got glimpses into her personal life and the pain she carried due to the mother who abandoned her, but in NOW WE RUN, Nora finally has the opportunity to track down her mother and demand answers to the questions she has asked herself since she was a child.
Her journey leads her to Mexico where she not only finds more questions than answers but also a young boy in need of saving from a brutal, sadistic father. While he has not unleashed his full wrath upon the boy, he is being groomed and molded into becoming a soulless, violent man like his father. Nora can't let that happen, and even though traveling with the boy complicates her plans, she once again puts her own needs to the side to ensure the safety of another.
I had tears in my eyes more than once while reading. I have a complicated history with my birth mother, who abandoned my two sisters and me when we were young. I struggled like Nora struggled, and I had so many questions that I needed answers to. But when the time came to confront her, I realized her answers didn't really matter because I had found fulfillment with the family who chose me.
Another win from this author, and I can't wait to see what he comes up with next. This book is available now.
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