Switchblade (The Luca Bennett Series) Paperback – May 13, 2014

Carsen's third book in this series was just what the dr. order. Lots of action and not really knowing where you'd end up. Well written and it was about time for Jess and Luca.

Great book, looking forward to the next story between the cop and the bounty hunter! Keep the the lawyers in as well that was a great touch! Loved it!

and a decent end to the series. I liked it and am glad I bought it. Oh and Carson Taite keeps improving as writer.

Luca Bennett's decision to keep her head down and concentrate on keeping things simple doesn’t last long. As she prepares for her brother’s wedding and her sort of date with Jess, along comes trouble in the shape of her summer fling Ronnie Moreno. At which point her plans for Jess and a quiet life go up in smoke.On the one hand she keeps trying to stick to being a bounty hunter, on the other her curiosity and loyalty keep on pushing her detective buttons. Luca finds herself on the wrong side of the whole police department for one thing. And with 2 exes hanging around things are getting way too complicated. When Jess gives her an ultimatum Luca’s choices seem very stark, will she chose right or wrong and what will she lose in the balance?----------Book 3 of the Luca Bennett series and another great example of the lesbian crime/American PI genre. Luca still has a huge chip on her shoulder, is still a total bad-ass and still wants to go charging off like a bull in the proverbial. But she can no longer deny her feelings and her burgeoning desire for the “happy ever after” everybody else seems to be finding.In this story we see Luca getting caught up between trying to find out why Ronnie’s brother has been apparently used by a scapegoat, and trying to find a way to make something work between her and Jess. The plot thickens with Ronnie back on the scene, Diamond in the shadows and Nancy asking for more. The only uncomplicated thing in Luca’s world is Cash.Here we are moving away from the pure American PI as Luca’s emotions get the better of her. Will she fight to hold on to the bad-ass persona, or let her feelings out? Will she have the courage to admit how she feels.. and will Jess reciprocate? As we delve further into the psyche of the proverbially damaged detective we can but wonder how long Jess’s patience will last.The plot is fast and furious as always. New baddies, new allies and a great tying together of new plots with old enemies. Somebody always gets shot.. it’s just a toss up who and how badly.I think this is my favorite of the three, definitely on my re-read list and here’s hoping Ms Taite keeps them coming.

The well woven world of Luca Bennet continues in this novel. Luca is surrounded by family, friends and lovers as she pushes toward a solution to a new case through the conflicting attractions to two different women. Luca is down to earth, gritty character, distinctly her own woman. She's in between a lot of place, job, people, her own desires. This creates a great tension in the story and an easy attachment to her character as the novel progresses. It's a great read.

Fitting comfortably into the noir PI character fold, bounty hunter Luca Bennett, is a lively creation. Sitting comfortable in the safety of my own home, I’m happy to go on reckless investigations with her through Taite’s entertaining plotting. Taite has written a cast of characters befitting the genre, from the detective girlfriend to the archenemies also on the force. This kept me enthralled for the duration. I found it hard to put the book down and highly recommend it. It’s a fun read.

I had not read the previous 2 books in this series, but feel this stands alone pretty well despite some confusion at the beginning were Jess is referred to as Luca's best friend, then f*** buddy. It's also unclear whether Luca is legally a bounty hunter AND a PI or just a bounty hunter.The story starts off with Lucas bringing in a couple of bounties (and getting a dog during one) then gets caught up with a former lover and her brother (a cop) who's been arrested for setting up fake drug busts. Jess (a cop) ends up getting involved.I thought the story was decent and the characters fairly likable but:1. I immediately knew who one of the bad guys was and can't believe Luca didn't because she used to be a cop and is the friend of many.2. I'm kind of tired of the flawed PI with the drinking, wenching (even if it's f/f here), gambling and living pay check to paycheck.At the end of the story, Luca is set up for a change in her life and I'm mildly curious to see if it really happens or if she's going to continue drifting.I received a copy from Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.

I love Carsen Taite as a writer, her work is always so engaging. This was a great story, the plot makes you think and is nicely built up to the action sequence. The main characters have chemistry and I liked the first person narrative so we could really get inside Luca's head. I read this pretty much in a single sitting only taking a break for dinner. I did not want to put it down.

Ms Taite just keeps on getting better - and Luca is a truly wonderful and endearing character - i could not stop reading this book till I knew the end. And what an end! We get all the old characters and some new ones plus some crossovers from another of Carsen's books. I won't spoil the story and give anything away but I can guarantee you will be delighted with the story developing if you have read the others and if you haven't - wow do you have a treat in store. I am hoping there are others stories to come including the follow up to the end left untied here....Please keep them coming Ms Taite.

In my experience everything written by Carsen Taite is excellent. I admit however that I prefer her law background stuff to the Bounty Hunter.

This sequel was needed...after all Luca is a formidable character and her cop-girlfriend has her hands full..in this story Luca has taken on more than she knows she can handle, but then again it wouldn't be "carefree" Luca if she would give this minor detail a thought!I hope you enjoy this book as much as I have....Looking forward to Carsens next book

thank you so much miss taite.....and yes yes yes i really love it. i was waiting one year and the book is more than i was expecting.... i hope there will be more of luca coz she's the one i can't get enough off