Saturday, May 23, 2026

Lipstick and Gunpowder by Jane Daly Blog Tour Book Review

About the Book

Book: Lipstick and Gunpowder

Author: Jane Daly

Genre: Romantic Suspense

Release Date: March 10, 2025

Dale Hardy, a disgraced FBI agent, goes undercover at the Double-Bar-G Ranch in Ione, California to gather intel on a suspected opioid-growing operation.
Mark Goodson, who hired Dale to help run the ranch while his brother recovers from an injury, is initially skeptical of her abilities. But when they are both targeted in escalating violence, they must join forces to uncover the truth and save Mark’s niece who has been kidnapped for ransom.
Their past betrayals and broken relationships are put aside as they fight against enemies that threaten their lives and Mark’s ranch.

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My Review

This is a good thriller. It has a consistent amount of action with a newbie FBI agent in an undercover job. There is some tension from the very beginning as Mark is not happy with a female ranch hand. But Dale turns out to be good at the ranching responsibilities, even as her inquisitive undercover activities puts her in danger. There is tension on her part too as Mark is secretive about his growth project, leading Dale to wonder if he is involved in the clandestine activities she is assigned to investigate. There is a twist near the end that is breath taking.

There is a strong and well crafted faith message included, fitting right in with the plot of the novel. This is the first novel I have read by Daly. I like it and will be looking for more from her.

My rating: 4/5 stars.

About the Author

Jane Daly is the author of sixteen books, including two nonfiction works. When she isn’t hunched over her computer, she is on the move – literally. She and her husband of 48 years make their home in Rigsby, their 37-foot motor home. Together they chase sunsets, discover quirky roadside attractions, and take the Gospel to fellow travelers.

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Do you like stories with strong female characters?

Dale Hardy, a disgraced FBI agent, goes undercover at the Double-Bar-G Ranch in Ione, California to gather intel on a suspected opioid-growing operation.

Mark Goodson, who hired Dale to help run the ranch while his brother recovers from an injury, is initially skeptical of her abilities. But when they are both targeted in escalating violence, they must join forces to uncover the truth and save Mark’s niece who has been kidnapped for ransom.

Their past betrayals and broken relationships are put aside as they fight against enemies that threaten their lives and Mark’s ranch.