A short murder mystery story
It’s always been a dream of Connie Butterworth’s to be a private investigator. Now that she’s retired, she makes that dream a reality and sets herself up as an investigator. With reluctant help from her sister-in-law, Sable, Connie takes on her first client. What starts out as a simple case of tracking down a missing person soon turns into an intriguing case of deception, phone hacking and murder.
From bestselling author Sonya Bateman comes a shocking psychological thriller.
I was twelve when I watched her die in the woods. No one believed what I saw. Until now.
We finally found her. And now, I get to investigate her murder.
But first, I have to catch a serial killer…
Detective Preston Clarke, recently promoted to the only female detective on her town’s force, has been waiting twenty years to solve a murder that only she believes happened. But when the girl’s body is found, she’s already neck-deep in a more recent, crucial case.
An active serial killer has moved into her town. He’s already claimed one victim, and there will be more.
Preston is determined to handle this on her own, to prove herself, but her boss has other ideas. The department has hired an expert who worked on the serial killer’s original case—and he’s transferring into town to be Preston’s partner.
It’s not the start she wanted for her career. And then, things get worse.
More bodies drop. Preston discovers a shocking connection between the long-dead girl and the present-day killer.
And the killer’s next target might just be her.
Perfect for fans of Freida McFadden, Jeneva Rose, Karin Slaughter and Anya Mora.
Please note this is a revised edition of Kill Switch.
Readers are completely obsessed with Sonya Bateman’s utterly gripping psych thrillers:
????? ‘Wow! Buyer beware, extremely twisted plot. A great read with superb characters. Twists and turns that will leave you dizzy.’ Donna
????? ‘Edge of my seat from start to finish!’ Tamara
?????‘Wow, simply an amazing thriller, twists you would never expect! If you love a good mystery with twists you never see coming, then this is the book for you! ’Meranda
????? ‘I’m literally crying in all the right ways. This book is a complete roller coaster. You think you’ve got it figured out, then the book makes you question it all. . . All I can say is WOW!’ Vanessa
????? ‘Beyond amazing. There was some parts I had to stop and re-read because I was like what the h*ll did I just read. This story was beyond good. I loved it.’ Lori
????? ‘WOW. Talk about a twisting, upside down, crazy rollercoaster ride with so many turns . . .I could not put this book down. Read in completely in one evening.’ Ruby
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High school can be a difficult time for a teenager, especially toward the end where one has to start making the sudden transition into adulthood. For Jimmy Hawthorn it is even worse. Not only does he need to successfully make that transition, he has to do it while hiding the fact that he is the one responsible for kidnapping two fellow high school students, both of whom are hanging from their wrists in a secret underground fallout shelter he discovered behind an abandoned house on the outskirts of town.
Shy Felicity never expected to attract the attention of a handsome young man… or a vampire, but if she can keep them both from killing each other she’ll need all the help she can get to navigate discoveries of desire; perils of zombies and vampires; and struggles with friendship, morality and…college.
Cain is an elder vampire who displays quiet confidence even as he struggles to overcome sins of his past. Surprisingly, he found that in losing his life he gained his faith and a purpose. His mission: find the hostile vampires that inhabit this small college town, and educate them to live in peace with humans. Their leader, Sindy, is a wicked temptress who has set her sights on Felicity’s new friend Ben. She will be difficult to control, but after meeting Felicity, Cain’s most difficult task lies in controlling himself.
“You will get addicted to this series; it will keep you captivated and wanting more.” – Amy’s Bookshelf Reviews
“An emotional rollercoaster that should be read slowly and savored.” – Night Owl Reviews
“The storyline captures your attention and keeps it. Melanie Nowak has a vision all her own, that is fun and enjoyable.” – ParanormalRomance.org
“The characters keep developing before your eyes, and keep you guessing as to what is going to happen next.” – 2ReadOrNot2Read.com
“I am officially making ALMOST HUMAN my must-read vampire series of the year! The story is excellent, and I am seriously impressed that the level has remained so consistently outstanding with each book. If you aren’t reading this series, you should be!” – NerdGirlOfficial.com
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“…emotionally riveting and intense.” — RT Book Reviews/
“LOST GIRL is smart urban fantasy with the perfect balance of humor and emotion. Vanderlinden combines witty dialogue and an original premise, using the crumbling urban landscape of Detroit as a backdrop for heart pumping action with just the right balance of romance. A great debut effort, and a series I’m eager to follow.” -Elizabeth Hunter, best selling author of the Elemental Mysteries, Elemental World, and Irin Chronicles series
Molly Brooks is a telepathic vigilante with a few secrets and a mysterious past. Determined to make something of her bizarre powers, she devotes herself to saving those who need her most. One night, she’s followed by a powerful being in a pickup truck, and her world will never be the same. Finding herself thrust into a world full of supernatural beings she could have only imagined, Molly learns how powerful she really is, and how much she stands to lose.
Combining elements of urban fantasy and paranormal romance, Lost Girl is the first book in the Hidden series by author Colleen Vanderlinden.
SERIES READING ORDER (Note: all of the books in the Hidden universe tie into an overarching storyline. The first story arc, the original Hidden, follows Molly, and the second arc, Hidden: Soulhunter, follows the story from Eunomia’s point of view. The novellas give more in-depth glimpses of fan-favorite side characters. Enjoy!)
The Hidden Series:
Lost Girl
Broken
Home
Forever Night (side story novella)
Strife
Earth Bound (side story novella)
Nether
Hidden: Soulhunter
Guardian
Betrayer
Zealot
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