Hashtag Rogue (The Agency Files, #5)

by Chautona Havig

[phyllish]

Suspense laced with tongue-in-cheek humor

My rating is 4.5 stars

Flynne is a bit of an enigma. She's brilliant and yet speaks like a teenager. Or something like that - not sure I've ever heard a teenager use words she does. I've always thought she was a little annoying with her "coolio" and "totes" (totally, for those who need help interpreting.) Well, Flynne came into her own in Hashtag Rogue! And I will confess that it was rather endearing and she even explained why she talks this way.

When Flynne takes matters into her own hands because no one else will take her concerns seriously, she doesn't mess around. Armed with weapons she doesn't know how to use, more money than she has a right to have, and no plan at all, she kidnaps Erika and goes rogue.

Combining Flynne's bumbling attempts with the dangers The Agency faces, Havig has written another great suspense story that will keep you guessing. With the plentiful action and plethora of surprises, it was so much fun to read.

Many of the agents are struggling with what they believe about God. Possibly influenced by Keith's newfound relationship with Him. While there are many references to their questions, the spiritual message is more subtle here than in many of this author's books.

Have you read the other books in this series? Remember Tyler? If so, you'll be glad like I am that he gets to have a great part in this story and really comes into his own. I loved his big scene!! Yay Tyler!

One thing in particular that cracked me up is that I don't think I have ever read a book that has so much swearing throughout while remaining completely clean and non-offensive! Realistically recognizing the fact that not only the unsaved agents (and Mark) would use such language, Keith and Erika would most likely struggle with using appropriate language for believers, Chautona Havig had fun with referring to the fact they swore in a way that was neither tiresome nor inappropriate. It was quite well done.

The characters and the plot of The Agency Files are so memorable, I had no problem keeping up with things or remembering who various people were even though it has been years since I read any of this series. While this one does stand alone, according to the author's notes, it is also the first of a mini-series of three books.

If you enjoy suspense interjected with tongue-in-cheek humor, be sure to pick up a copy of Hashtag Rogue!

Read my full review at Among the Reads


I was given a copy of this book. I was not required to give a favorable review nor was any money received for this review. All comments and opinions are my own.