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Hide and Seek
Can she stop a killer before he takes over her thoughts?As a child, Tess Fairmont learned the horror of her psychic gift—the ability to not only see, but experience the last moments of a murder victim’s life when she grasps their hand. Now, as an adult, Tess has learned to live with the curse of her ability and does what she can to help the Chicago PD solve murder cases.But when she uses her talent to help stop a serial killer, she finds there are things more terrifying than her visions . . . like a serial killer who can connect with her psychically. She soon finds the only place she is safe is in the arms of the medical examiner, Dr. Michael Adams.Until the killer makes her his next physical target and forces her to play a deadly game of hide and seek. Allie Harrison lives with her husband in Southern Illinois. When she isn't enjoying fun family time, games with friends, reading, crafts, music, her favorite tea, and winemaking, she's working to build fictional worlds and unforgettable characters. She also writes as Allie Quinn and can be found at www.AllieQuinn.com.
176 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 6, 2011
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35 books167 followersAllie Harrison lives in Southern Illinois. She loves reading, writing, crafts, music and always family and friends! She loves suspenseful books and movies as well as cozy fires and camping.
Allie is an international best-selling author. Her books have won various awards.
Allie is an international best-selling author. Her books have won various awards.
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May 2, 2017
Hide and seek by Allie Harrison
Tess Fairmont has a gift if she touches a dead body she can see their last moments and if they were murdered she would see who it was.
This was a really enjoyable read with great characters. I loved how Tess and Michael were with each other. I loved the ending too. Netgalley and belle bridge books.
Tess Fairmont has a gift if she touches a dead body she can see their last moments and if they were murdered she would see who it was.
This was a really enjoyable read with great characters. I loved how Tess and Michael were with each other. I loved the ending too. Netgalley and belle bridge books.
June 29, 2017
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Reviewed by Rinou
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Novel first published in 2011 but offered again on Netgalley this year, Hide and Seek is a romantic suspense with a good touch of paranormal which keeps its promises in spite of some faults.
When Tess touches a dead corpse, she’s got visual and sensory flashes more or less precise of what happened just before the death. She also feels some things when she touches the livings, and she had a really difficult adolescence after the apparition of her gift, so she settle for working as a consultant for the police to help solving murders cases and she keeps her distance from people. I thought her evolution was well done but I liked less her TSTL moments where she almost put herself in danger to avoid putting the other in danger…
Michael in one of the medical examiners working with the police, and he’s intrigued by Tess. He offered several dates but she always refused, until a flash more realistic than the others brings them closer, and Tess realizes that when she touches his hand she feels safe. He’s got a stable and reassuring side and what’s more he’s not bossy or dominant. I liked how Michael and Tess complete each other, and how their relationship evolves fast but logically. They are cute together.
But the strong point of this novel is the plot. The idea of Tess’ gift is interesting and well used, the glimpses of the killer are chilling, and the investigation moves forward progressively and logically.
Unfortunately there are some jumps in the story, as if the author hadn’t known how to describe something and she’d preferred to move forward in time having just her characters say “this happened”. I found this to be frustrating, even if as a whole I liked this novel.
Reviewed by Rinou
Review Copy from the Publisher
Novel first published in 2011 but offered again on Netgalley this year, Hide and Seek is a romantic suspense with a good touch of paranormal which keeps its promises in spite of some faults.
When Tess touches a dead corpse, she’s got visual and sensory flashes more or less precise of what happened just before the death. She also feels some things when she touches the livings, and she had a really difficult adolescence after the apparition of her gift, so she settle for working as a consultant for the police to help solving murders cases and she keeps her distance from people. I thought her evolution was well done but I liked less her TSTL moments where she almost put herself in danger to avoid putting the other in danger…
Michael in one of the medical examiners working with the police, and he’s intrigued by Tess. He offered several dates but she always refused, until a flash more realistic than the others brings them closer, and Tess realizes that when she touches his hand she feels safe. He’s got a stable and reassuring side and what’s more he’s not bossy or dominant. I liked how Michael and Tess complete each other, and how their relationship evolves fast but logically. They are cute together.
But the strong point of this novel is the plot. The idea of Tess’ gift is interesting and well used, the glimpses of the killer are chilling, and the investigation moves forward progressively and logically.
Unfortunately there are some jumps in the story, as if the author hadn’t known how to describe something and she’d preferred to move forward in time having just her characters say “this happened”. I found this to be frustrating, even if as a whole I liked this novel.
May 22, 2017
This is the first book I have read from this author and I have to say I was very impressed. It is about a woman named Tess who has the gift to touch the dead and see their last moments before death. Jake is a homicide detective whom she assists to solve murders. When Tess touches a woman who Jake thinks is the result of a serial killer, she is pulled in deeper than ever before. With the help of Dr Adams she is able to stay grounded. But will this be enough? With the killer getting closer Tess gets deeper. Will she be able to find him and save his next victims? Or will he find her and kill her too?
This book was steady paced and exciting. The characters had wonderful charisma and interaction. I got lost in the story, unable to put it down. This book is a paranormal mystery romance. It is a page turner that will keep you wondering what will happen next. This book has the great potential of becoming a series. I am definitely interested in reading more from this author.
This book was steady paced and exciting. The characters had wonderful charisma and interaction. I got lost in the story, unable to put it down. This book is a paranormal mystery romance. It is a page turner that will keep you wondering what will happen next. This book has the great potential of becoming a series. I am definitely interested in reading more from this author.
May 24, 2024
Tess is a very special individual. She has a unique gift that helps the police catch murderers. Ever since she was a little girl at her grandma’s funeral, the ability has thwarted her dating life, making friends, and has kept her lonely. Now, she will be tracking a serial killer. Her powers are different with him. They are connected somehow. Each time she sees a victim, the meetings become more dangerous.
She has finally found someone who calms her and there are no disturbances turning her away from him. An FBI agent she has a shared past with becomes assigned to the case. Another officer, Jake, is one she has been working with for years. His wife will have something to do with Tess as well. She will be pushed further than ever before. She will experience new things. What happens when the killer sees her and comes after her next? Will she be able to trap him before he does her?
She has finally found someone who calms her and there are no disturbances turning her away from him. An FBI agent she has a shared past with becomes assigned to the case. Another officer, Jake, is one she has been working with for years. His wife will have something to do with Tess as well. She will be pushed further than ever before. She will experience new things. What happens when the killer sees her and comes after her next? Will she be able to trap him before he does her?
August 13, 2017
Tess se tient à l’écart des gens depuis l’apparition de ses pouvoirs, et j’ai trouvé son évolution assez bien menée. Michael a un côté stable et rassurant et surtout il n’est pas autoritaire ou dominateur, et ils se complètent bien.
Le point fort de ce roman c’est la partie intrigue. Le pouvoir de Tess, les aperçus du tueur, et l’enquête sont bien écrits et très prenants. Par contre il y a comme des sauts dans l’histoire, des manques, comme si l’auteur ne savait pas comment faire et passait à la suite.
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Le point fort de ce roman c’est la partie intrigue. Le pouvoir de Tess, les aperçus du tueur, et l’enquête sont bien écrits et très prenants. Par contre il y a comme des sauts dans l’histoire, des manques, comme si l’auteur ne savait pas comment faire et passait à la suite.
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June 22, 2011
This is one of those rare occasions where I wish Goodreads offered us the option of more than 5 stars. Oh I don't know, maybe 20 because 20 is what this book deserves.
I read this book in less than 24 hours; I couldn't put it down. I read it on my lunch break, I read it while using the treadmill, I read it while I watered the flowers in the backyard, and I had it next to me on the counter while making dinner.
I am not one to give spoilers, so I won't go there and ruin any of your fun. I will only tell you that if you're on the fence about this book, jump off the fence, find a comfy place on the sofa and dive in. It's a fabulous mystery that does not disappoint.
I read this book in less than 24 hours; I couldn't put it down. I read it on my lunch break, I read it while using the treadmill, I read it while I watered the flowers in the backyard, and I had it next to me on the counter while making dinner.
I am not one to give spoilers, so I won't go there and ruin any of your fun. I will only tell you that if you're on the fence about this book, jump off the fence, find a comfy place on the sofa and dive in. It's a fabulous mystery that does not disappoint.
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