Blood defines family. Blood reveals betrayal. 
Dr. Royce Keller is no stranger to blood. As Chief of Emergency Medicine at Oakland Regional Hospital, it’s his job, his calling. To Royce, it is the very essence of life—what ties his family, his career, and his world together. Until he learns everything he believes is wrong.
Vanessa Keller has a secret she has kept hidden for almost two decades. It’s her burden, her cross to bear. To Vanessa, the truth is a choice—something best forgotten for the greater good of her family and their future. Until the day it comes back to haunt her. A tale of family dysfunction, betrayal, heroism, and loss, Type and Cross is the story of one family’s journey from devastation to redemption. – Goodreads.com
As a fan of medical shows and thrillers, the beginning of this book especially piqued my curiousity – but I’m not giving away spoilers. By the time that mystery was solved, these characters had me completely caught up in their family dynamics and secrets.
At times with each character, I alternated between being on their side, then wanting to throttle them on the next page. The author does an exceptional job of creating realistic, flawed characters, and Royce and Vanessa’s range of emotions after tragically losing their daughter are heartbreaking and genuine. Once the secrets were uncovered, I appreciated the fact that Royce and Vanessa’s troubled marriage didn’t undergo a quick fix with a fairy tale resolution.
This story is a wonderful portrayal of how things aren’t always what they seem on the surface and secrets can have residual effects for years to come. Highly recommend for fans of suspenseful family drama.
Thank you, Teri. I’m so glad you enjoyed the story.
LikeLiked by 1 person
You’re very welcome, Staci – need to fit the rest of this series into the TBR pile.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Well, if you do, please let me know what you think. 🙂
LikeLike
I like medical thrillers, especially when the writer seems to know what she’s/he’s talking about. This sounds good, Teri. I’m a fan of flawed characters too. Congrats to Staci on the great review.
LikeLiked by 3 people
I’ve always liked medical thrillers, but it’s been quite a while since I’ve read any. Staci’s book reminded me how much I enjoyed them.
LikeLiked by 1 person
My nephew-in-law is a surgeon, and he helped me extensively so I got all the details right. (I’m kind of obsessive when it comes to accuracy.)
LikeLiked by 2 people
That’s awesome. I think with medical thrillers it’s the “reality” that partly sucks the reader in 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
I agree.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I’m reading it right now, and really enjoying it.
LikeLiked by 3 people
Look forward to your review, Craig.
LikeLiked by 2 people
Thanks, Craig. I’m glad to hear that.
LikeLiked by 1 person
An excellent review, Teri. I’ve read this entire series and enjoyed all three books. I remember how long the characters remained in my head after each, especially Type and Cross with the spectrum of emotions the author wrenched from her characters.
LikeLiked by 2 people
That the characters stuck with you long after the book was over is a lovely compliment. Thank you.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks, Mae – I need to find some room in the TBR for the next two.
LikeLiked by 2 people