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The Wild Side: A Gripping Novel of Suspense

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A former government agent is drawn back into the world of covert ops for a very unconventional mission in a thrilling, new, an action-packed novel from the beloved 1 New York Times bestselling author Fern Michaels. For Melanie Drake, school guidance counselor in a small Virginia town, the day’s challenges typically involve a playground scuffle or a student skipping school—worlds away from her former life in the Office of Special Investigations, where she devoted herself heart and soul to covert operations, the riskier the better. Since leaving, Melanie has cherished her peaceful, calm existence, with her two beloved retired service dogs for company. Then a call comes from her former supervisor, Rich Patterson. He needs her back for a highly specialized assignment. An international group of billionaires is known to meet regularly for decadent dinners, and they always hire high-class escorts for the occasion. Only the most elegant, well-educated, and sophisticated women will do. Infiltrating those meetings could yield information vital to national security. Melanie’s willing to go undercover to glean every scrap of intel that she can. But these men aren’t just wealthy and powerful, they’re also exceptionally ruthless. One slip, and they won’t hesitate to eliminate Melanie, by any means necessary . . . Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Zebra Books (March 26, 2024)


Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 26, 2024


Language ‏ : ‎ English


File size ‏ : ‎ 1.5 MB


Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled


Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported


Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled


X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled


Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled


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  • Action and Suspense Awaits You
I loved reading this book by Fern Michaels. The story is fast paced with many twists and turns. The protagonist, Melanie, is an amazing child, teen, young adult, and experienced woman. You will find Melanie to be intelligent, focused, yet full of humor. Get ready for a wild ride. Full of intrigue and suspense. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2025 by joyful13

  • Wild Ride!
FM outdid herself ...there were dogs (big & smart)great backstory for the hero yes a woman! Wonderful insights into fashion.. bad & good guys Family... intrigue + good ending
Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2025 by O'Connor

  • very unexpected !!
Love this book and all of the characters ! Unpredictable, exciting, realistic a little scary at times… Love Gilmore !! Should have a sequel to this !
Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2025 by RABERTA

  • Great suspense
Although I normally love this author, something has gone downhill. Far too much technicality at first. Segues to new career were very disjointed. Timelines did not make sense. Howell was totally predictable from 1st interaction. The fiasco at the school was ridiculous!! No new or even old guidance counselor would behave in such a manner. Seriously?? Let's play bait and switch with vehicles with parents of a student and play heroine?? Would not happen. Characters were mislabeled. Alkali was a mistake in the last caper. Typos were minimal, but still there. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2024 by Mary S. Carson

  • Another great book by Fern.
I always love all of Fern Michaels books. She never disappoints me! I found it interesting to learn about how the government does its secret operations even if it's not completely true. I followed Melanie's life from early childhood to being an OSI agent. She had some close calls in her life and she wanted to retire. She found a job as a grade school counselor and was doing great until OSI called and asked her to do 4 more jobs for them. What happens next is the really exciting thing. If you like adventure then this will keep you turning pages well in the night. I would recommend it to everyone. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2025 by Susanace

  • LOVED THIS BOOK
This is a great read! I couldn’t stop reading. Loved the ending! The plot kept changing and keeping me engaged.
Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2025 by Grammas4

  • Entertaining
I enjoyed reading the book, but I it was hardly gripping as described. Perhaps too predictable. Not one of her better novels
Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2025 by connie in Atlanta

  • Awesome
As usual, Fern Michaels, has you in suspense until the very end. I enjoy and recommend any and all of her books.
Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2025 by bobbie braley

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