Review: A great read!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 09 29, 2012
Heller's Punishment is the 4th book in the Heller series by J. D Nixon.  The main character in these books is Matilda (Tilly) Chalmers, a security officer who works for Heller's security and surveillance business.  Tilly isn't always good at her job and needs rescuing--a lot!  In this book, Tilly takes on jobs that are definitely hazardous to her health.  Some of the situations she gets into are very humorous and some are suspenseful, dangerous, and just plain scary.  Even with injuries, Tilly stays calm and does her job to the best of her ability, knowing that Heller will always be there to get her out of trouble.  I like Tilly.  She is warm, caring and loving, but also a bit gullible.  She has opened her heart to the members of Heller's unusual family, especially Daniel and Niq, and her feelings for Heller grow stronger each day.  I have developed a love/hate relationship with Heller.  At times, he is a handsome knight in shining armor, and at other times, he is just plain mean.  While reading, I frequently wanted to choke him and say, "What were you thinking when you did that!!"  Heller is as emotionally damaged as Daniel and Niq, but I do think Tilly is good for him and is teaching him how to be more `human'.  I was so glad to see Farrell again.  I just love this character, and I hope Ms. Nixon keeps him around.I have enjoyed all 4 books in this series.  The first one was free (still is, I believe), and I downloaded the other 3 as soon as I finished the first.  I was drawn to these characters and needed to see what was going to happen to them next.  In my opinion, it is really important to read these well-written books in order.  Throughout these books, the reader learns about the different characters' backgrounds and comes to understand why they are the way they are.  Some of their stories can bring tears to your eyes.  I believe there is a 5th book coming out at the end of the year.  If so, I will certainly purchase it. I can't wait to see where Ms. Nixon plans to go next with these characters.