Out of Nowhere

Out of Nowhere

by Sandra Brown

4.5 (17,625)

4.5 stars from 17,625 reviews. One of the highest rated Contemporary Fiction books we track.

Published by Grand Central PublishingPublished 2023-01-01

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Perfect for you if...

  • You want emotional depth alongside suspense. This isn't a whodunit but a character study of how ordinary people rebuild after violence.
  • You're drawn to Sandra Brown's brand of romantic tension that unfolds alongside real danger rather than feeling tacked on.
  • You appreciate thrillers that ask uncomfortable questions about grief, recovery, and whether healing is possible when the threat isn't over.

Maybe not for you if...

  • You need a fast-paced procedural with a clever detective unravelling clues. The investigation moves slowly here, and this book prioritises character over plot mechanics.
  • You're looking for a straightforward romance. The attraction between Elle and Calder is genuine but complicated by trauma, not a feel-good escape.
  • You prefer stories where the shooting is just backdrop. This book sits with the tragedy and its aftermath throughout, which can be heavy.

About this book

A young mother and a corporate consultant's lives intersect following a mass shooting at a Texas county fair. Children's book author Elle Portman attends the fair with her two-year-old son, Charlie, when a shooter opens fire into the crowd. Corporate consultant Calder Hudson is also caught in the violence. After waking in the hospital, Calder learns he survived while others did not, driving him to pursue justice. He and Elle meet by chance at the police station, and an unexpected attraction develops between them. However, both struggle with whether the trauma that brought them together can be overcome, particularly while the shooter remains at large. Includes a Reading Group Guide.

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#10#68,388#136,766Jan '23Oct '23Apr '24May '26

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