Hunting Time is a pulse-pounding thriller from Jeffery Deaver that follows Colter Shaw, a reward hunter, as he races through dense woods to locate and protect Allison Parker and her teenage daughter, Hannah. When Allison—a brilliant engineer on the run—falls into Shaw’s orbit, a deadly puzzle unfolds: time is against them, and danger lurks at every turn. With Allison’s ex-husband, a former police detective, released from prison and two merciless hitmen closing in, the forest becomes a labyrinth where survival hinges on wit, nerve, and trust. This is a gripping choice for adult readers who crave smart plotting, relentless suspense, and high-stakes pursuit.

Deaver’s writing for Hunting Time unfolds with a taut, cinematic rhythm, weaving breathless chase sequences with sharp, practical detail. The experience feels immersive as the story moves through the woods, tightening the tension and rewarding readers who stay one step ahead of the danger. In this brisk, suspenseful journey, you’ll sense the cleverness of Allison’s engineering mind, the grit of Colter Shaw, and the peril that comes when the hunt is personal and the clock never stops ticking.

• Gripping missing-person pursuit through rugged woodland terrain
• Compelling duo of Colter Shaw and Allison Parker, with Hannah’s perspective implied through the stakes
• Threats from a vengeful ex-detective and two merciless hitmen intensify the chase
• Cinematic pacing, vivid setting, and sharp, practical problem-solving under pressure
• Twists and turns that invite readers to guess what comes next without revealing too much too soon

After finishing Hunting Time, readers feel a surge of adrenaline and a deep sense of resolve, inspired by the courage and ingenuity shown under pressure. The book leaves you thinking about loyalty, protection, and what people will do to safeguard those they love, long after the last page is turned.