"Nick of Time" by Tim Downs

I've read all of Tim Downs' novels, and I must say this one was BY FAR the best! Nick Polchak is a great character, and all of the books are fascinating. Tim Downs has a great skill at mixing the drama of the situation with the realistic emotions of the characters.
In this book, Nick is about to get married to Alena Savard (who is also an amazing character that was introduced in a previous book). He decides to take a short trip to meet an old friend - but instead finds out the friend is missing. Nick smells murder, and the chase is on! In the meantime, Nick is being chased as well - by Alena!
It is probably no secret to long time fans that Tim Downs also has written books on marriage, and he also speaks at FamilyLife events. His experience in this area gives him the opportunity to tackle problems encountered in the marriage relationship - but in a very subtle way. To me, Nick became much more "human" in this book, and I loved it! Tim Downs has done nothing but improve Nick Polchak from the first novel, and he takes a giant leap in this book.
I can think of nothing negative about this book. The plot was complex and the twist at the end is amazing (and hilarious). In addition, the very last page presents an excellent "to-be-continued" ending.
If you are a long time fan of the Bug Man, you will be amazed. And if you are new to Tim Downs and his Bug Man, prepare yourself to buy a half-dozen other books by this great author!
I give it a HUGE 5 out of 5 stars!

I received a free copy of this book from the publishers as part of their BookSneeze bloggers’ review program. I was not required to write a positive review.