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Christopher Amato

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Since he was a child, Christopher Amato dreamed of working in law enforcement. After earning a degree with honors in criminology from Florida State University, he began working as a federal agent. Upon retirement, he pursued another longstanding dream, turning his attention to writing. His first two books are crime thrillers, followed by his collection of short stories.
Christopher is married, a proud father of three sons, and a grandfather to two teenage boys. He and his wife currently reside in North Carolina, but they lived in Italy for almost a decade, traveling around Europe house and pet sitting, having a blast and learning how people in the world live. He makes a to-die-for vegetarian chili from his own recipe and is known for his qui ...more

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Average rating: 4.12 · 1,503 ratings · 115 reviews · 3 distinct works • Similar authors

	Peace River Village 4.06 avg rating — 1,321 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Shadow Investigation 4.55 avg rating — 165 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	A Letter from Sicily it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 17 ratings — published 2021	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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A few people have asked me about the origin of the story Peace River Village. The answer is it came from a dream. A few years ago, I woke up and remembered my dream about a group of police officers who lived on the same street. After I sat up, there was still a cloudy thread in my mind where the officers were working on some sort of investigation. I recalled a lot of funny things in the dream — th

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Christopher Amato rated a book it was amazing Southern Souls: A Haunting Story by Sarah Lauer Nakawatase (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
A mysterious, spooky story contained within a steamy romance. Or is it the other way around? You be the judge, but either way, the reader is the grand prize winner in this fascinating story told from various characters’ perspectives. Author Sarah Naka ...more
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Christopher Amato rated a book it was amazing Five Roses for Walter: Inspired by True Events (The Thin Blue Line Series) by Leeanne James	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Of course, someone saw something and will come forward to the police. Undoubtedly, the monster will be stopped... right? Read Five Roses for Walter, a suspenseful, chilling-to-the-bone stunner to find the answer. But beware, you've never read anythin ...more
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Christopher Amato rated a book it was amazing Double-Crossing the Border: A Seductive Tale of Love and Greed by Sarah Lauer Nakawatase (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Hits the Bullseye A powerfully told story that spans generations, Sarah Nakawatase skillfully weaves an intriguing story about life, trust, and love as seen through the eyes of various fascinating and colorful characters. The suspense builds to a cres ...more
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Christopher Amato rated a book it was amazing Baby ConSEALed (SEAL & Shelter Book 1) by Leah Miles (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Prepare yourself for a pulse-pounding, captivating thriller that only stops for moments of sizzling romance. Meet Rissa and her spirited two-year-old daughter, Shelby—as danger looms, only one person can keep them safe: Navy SEAL Bernie “Burn” Cruz. ...more
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Christopher Amato rated a book it was amazing Lunch Tales: Teagan by Lucille Guarino (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
With Lunch Tales Teagan, author Lucille Guarino proves she has a keen knack for pulling readers in immediately. The story centers on Teagan, who struggles with the needs her heart is missing while also discovering and accepting what her heart demands ...more
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Christopher Amato rated a book it was amazing Elizabeth's Mountain (The Elizabeth’s Mountain Series Book 1) by Lucille Guarino (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Three words: What a treat. I loved the way author Lucille Guarino kept me hanging on for what would happen next. I was like, “no, no, don't stop here yet! I want to know now.” Really excellent. Elizabeth’s Mountain tells parallel stories of grandmothe ...more
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Christopher Amato rated a book it was amazing Following Sunshine: A Voyage Around the Mind, Around the World, Around the Heart by Niamh McAnally (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Get ready to think about life differently and walk away changed. Following Sunshine is more than a memoir; it’s a guide for living honestly, courageously, and following one’s own sunshine. Author Niamh McAnally doesn’t have it all figured out, and sh ...more
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