Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Lipstick and Gunpowder Tour & Giveaway

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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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.

MY REVIEW

This is a new to me author so I excited to read this book.The female lead is Dale who is an FBI agent. Her assignment to go undercover on a ranch was interesting. Not everyone is happy with her being at the ranch. It was a bit funny that Mark thought the hired ranch hand was a male.

Mark seems to have a chip on his shoulder as soon as he discovers that Dale is the new ranch hand. He has his hands full helping at the family ranch while also working on a secret project. The author shares that Mark is bitter because of a recent breakup and is not happy to have a female as the new hire.

I liked the fast pace of the story and evidence of faith throughout. It didn’t surprise me that Dale and Mark would eventually be drawn to each other as hints were shared in the story. What I think the author shows between Dale and Mark is important to mention. There were times they were tempted by their feelings for each other but prayed instead of giving in. A great example to illustrate that God is there to help us when the enemy tries to make us stray from our faith.

Some of the decisions Dale makes has me questioning her skills as an FBI agent such as bring snuck up on several times in the story. Is she up to the task at hand? Why is she suddenly a suspect when Mark’s niece is kidnapped? The twists in the story is what kept me reading and I’m so glad I did. Talk about a surprise ending! I had no idea of the plot twist . Brilliant. I can’t wait to read more from this author.

I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion.