Review of Squeeze

Myrah Kay · Post by **Myrah Kay** » 21 Feb 2023, 08:38

Growing up with a careless mother and an abusive stepfather is something I can't wish for anyone. Squeeze by Hiram Davis sounds amazing and I will give it a shot. Congratulations on the BOTD.

Jennifer L. Armentrout · Post by **Hubre De Klerk** » 21 Feb 2023, 08:44

This is my kind of book, and I would love to read this one! I can only imagine the emotional rollercoaster that Cooper had to go through from his childhood right into adulthood. The suspense and intrigue is definitely there, and the romance part is the cherry on top. I can't wait to read this book! Well done with an excellent review and for #BOTD!

Post by **Christell Lindeque** » 21 Feb 2023, 08:45

This suspenseful action filled romance sounds like it will keep the readers on their toes. Great review.

MsChet Cherry · Post by **MsChet Cherry** » 21 Feb 2023, 08:51

Such a devastating story of the complicated relationship between Cooper and Quinn. They kept losing each other even though they were close.
I will be happy to know how they eventually found each other and reunited.
Thanks for the amazing review and congrats to the author.

AntonelaMaria · Post by **AntonelaMaria** » 21 Feb 2023, 08:53

I like great friendship bonds in books. This seems like a hook that has many things going on except a romance storyline. Great review.

Sou Hi · Post by **Sou Hi** » 21 Feb 2023, 09:02

Congrats on BOTD. Unfortunately, I'm not in the mood for dysfunctional families and toxic relationships right now.

NetMassimo · Post by **NetMassimo** » 21 Feb 2023, 09:10

This seems like a brutally intense thriller that includes a romantic relationship between two people who seem unable to keep connected. Honestly, I find it too bleak to read it if I'm not in the right mood but the mix of genres makes me curious. Thank you for your great review!

Jack King · Post by **Jack King** » 21 Feb 2023, 09:18

Brenda Creech wrote: ↑19 Oct 2022, 17:33 [Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Squeeze" by Hiram Davis.]

4 out of 4 stars
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Cooper Landry grew up in an abusive home. He suffered through living with a mother who didn't care, a physically abusive stepfather, and his older sister who was sexually abusive to him. Putting his terrible childhood behind him, Cooper had served in the Marines and spent a couple of years in the food business with his best friend, Stan. Then he decided to go to California and mine for gold. Not knowing what lay ahead for him, he took a cabin along the river and was successful in mining for gold. Cooper met Quinn Daltry, and there was a mutual attraction between them. However, a business acquaintance of Quinn's informed Cooper that Quinn had been dating the sheriff, and the sheriff was planning to kill him. Cooper left without seeing Quinn, so he wasn't aware that she had been brutally beaten by the sheriff and then injured at Cooper's cabin when the sheriff blew it up. She was in a coma. Cooper tried to reach her by phone, but she never returned his calls, so he was convinced she wasn't interested.

Cooper returned to New Orleans and immediately visited Stan. Cooper had been offered a job in Belize by the same business acquaintance of Quinn's, and he talked Stan into taking a week off and driving there with him. After a few days of travel, things suddenly went wrong. Cooper and Stan found themselves in the wrong place at the wrong time. Meanwhile, Quinn is out of the hospital and trying to find Cooper to tell him how much she cares about him. What happened to Cooper and Stan? Will Quinn find them? Will they be found alive? So many questions that can only be answered by reading the book.

Squeeze: A Romantic Adventure by Hiram Davis is much more than a book about romance. It is a book filled with action, suspense, and violence. The characters are well-developed and believable, and the narrative flows smoothly. The adventurer's heart will be caught up quickly in the storyline as they anxiously turn the pages to see what happens next. Yes, there is romance in the story, but it takes a backseat to the action and suspense.

My favorite part of this book was Cooper's and Stan's friendship. They met when Cooper was still in school when he tried to intervene with a group of boys torturing a cat and trying to kill it. Stan intervened and helped Cooper; the two boys became immediate best friends and have remained friends through their adult lives.

There is some profanity in the book and sexual content that might be too intense for teens. There are some violent and disturbing scenes. Davis puts a lot of emphasis on domestic violence at the beginning of the book. The book appears professionally edited, as I found very few errors. There is plenty of suspense to keep the reader turning the pages. The end of the story is intense. I was on the edge of my seat, waiting for the end. Overall, the book is an excellent read if you like plenty of action. I enjoyed reading it and was impressed with the author's natural writing style, editing, and imagination. I am happy to rate this book 4 out of 4 stars. The only thing I didn't like about the book was the profanity, but it wasn't frequent enough to disrupt my reading enjoyment or to deduct a star from the rating.

I recommend this book to fans of mystery crime novels. It is appropriate reading for adults ages 18 and beyond. I don't recommend anyone under 18 read this book because of the profanity, violence, and sexual content.

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A gripping tale from childhood to adulthood with all manner of emotions to unwrap!

Nicole Naicker · Post by **Nicole Naicker** » 21 Feb 2023, 09:24

I generally enjoy mystery crime novels. And I especially like the fact that this is not predominantly a romance story. This sounds like a gripping read.

Hazel Arnaiz · Post by **Hazel Arnaiz** » 21 Feb 2023, 09:24

The book appears to explore the consequences of growing up in an abusive household. It encourages people to face their problems rather than avoid them. It also serves as a reminder that, even if you have a troubled past, there are people who will accept and care for you if you let them. Congratulations on being chosen as Book of the Day!

Abdul-Malik Hassan · Post by **Abdul-Malik Hassan** » 21 Feb 2023, 09:55

Growing up in an abusive home can be a tough experience for anyone. But at least Cooper had someone who stood by his side. Great review for BOTD!!!

Post by **NadiaBoateng** » 21 Feb 2023, 09:58

Cooper really had a rough childhood, and I think Quinn is a good match for him. I hope they are able to make up for lost times. The book has some serious genres that interests me.

Scovia Chepkemoi · Post by **Scovia Chepkemoi** » 21 Feb 2023, 10:00

More than just love and romance.Thanks for the review.

Cynthia Christabel Okolobi · 21 Feb 2023, 10:04

This book has a great storyline. Cooper is a strong individual for surviving such a harsh reality at such a young age. Congratulations to the author for making BOTD.

Chinomso22 · Post by **Chinomso22** » 21 Feb 2023, 10:10

I love the storyline.. That's amazing because of its combination between different genres. Cooper had a hard time growing up, and I understand his issues, but I don't think he acted right at some point. Thanks for your honest review.