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Kelli Storm #1
Storm Rising
When a murder investigation turns Detective Kelli Storm’s attention to a drug kingpin, the last thing she expected was to find a link to her father’s killer from twenty years earlier.
The Washington Height's neighborhood has turned deadly for NYPD detectives Kelli Storm and Bill Hayes.
A young woman is murdered and Kelli tracks the killer to a Gentleman’s Club in Manhattan. After an unwilling witness is assaulted and left dying, Kelli and Bill turn their investigation in a new and more dangerous direction. When the DEA steps in and takes over, Kelli is forced off the case.
Working behind the scenes, she pulls out one of her father’s old case files and starts making connections she never would have dreamed possible. An old gun, new witnesses and danger lurking in the shadows have storms rising all over New York City.
The Washington Height's neighborhood has turned deadly for NYPD detectives Kelli Storm and Bill Hayes.
A young woman is murdered and Kelli tracks the killer to a Gentleman’s Club in Manhattan. After an unwilling witness is assaulted and left dying, Kelli and Bill turn their investigation in a new and more dangerous direction. When the DEA steps in and takes over, Kelli is forced off the case.
Working behind the scenes, she pulls out one of her father’s old case files and starts making connections she never would have dreamed possible. An old gun, new witnesses and danger lurking in the shadows have storms rising all over New York City.
- GenresMystery
253 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 24, 2011
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About the author
Kenneth Hoss
5 books76 followersKenneth Hoss was born at Carswell Air Force Base in Fort Worth, Texas in 1957 to Albert and Mary Hoss. He served a combined total of fourteen years on active duty from 1974 to 1987 in both the U.S. Army and U.S. Navy. His tour in the Army took him to Frankfurt, Germany where he had the opportunity to travel Europe. While in the Navy, Kenneth spent most of his time stationed in San Diego and Long Beach. His Navy travels took him to Hawaii, Guam, The Philippines, South Korea, Japan, Hong Kong, Okinawa, the Middle East and Pakistan. He has lived in several States, including South Carolina, Florida, Georgia, Washington and California.
Storm Rising, as well as the other three Kelli Storm novels, have been picked up by Three Worlds Press and are due to be launched this fall and winter, 2015.
Kenneth currently lives in Irving, Texas.
Blog: http://kenhoss.blogspot.com
Twitter: @kenhoss
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Storm Rising, as well as the other three Kelli Storm novels, have been picked up by Three Worlds Press and are due to be launched this fall and winter, 2015.
Kenneth currently lives in Irving, Texas.
Blog: http://kenhoss.blogspot.com
Twitter: @kenhoss
Independent Authors Network: http://www.independentauthornetwork.c...
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March 14, 2013
Being the first I've read from Mr. Hoss, I wasn't sure what to expect. I was pleasantly surprised by a well thought out main character and plot twists that keep me reading.
I am no expert in police procedures so I have no comments on the accuracy, however I enjoyed the details and they made sense to me. Mr. Hoss provided lots of action through I character that I enjoyed following along with.
There were a few minor editing issues that I picked up on but nothing that would take away from the story or distract me from turning the pages.
I recommend Storm Rising from author Kenneth Hoss. I will continue with the rest of the series and I suggest you pick up this series if you enjoy a good police procedural.
I am no expert in police procedures so I have no comments on the accuracy, however I enjoyed the details and they made sense to me. Mr. Hoss provided lots of action through I character that I enjoyed following along with.
There were a few minor editing issues that I picked up on but nothing that would take away from the story or distract me from turning the pages.
I recommend Storm Rising from author Kenneth Hoss. I will continue with the rest of the series and I suggest you pick up this series if you enjoy a good police procedural.
January 17, 2012
A MUST READ
Wow! A page turner. I stayed up until the wee hours glued to this exciting New York City police driven drama where Kenneth Hoss takes the reader on an exhilarating roller coaster ride, as he cleverly weaves a few murder cases together. His hero cop Kelli Storm gets to solve a cold case very close to her heart, while barely staying alive as she gets closer to taking down a major drug lord’s vast empire. A heart stopping race against time that is a wonderful read. It takes a special talent to write successful cop stories and Mr. Hoss has it!
Wow! A page turner. I stayed up until the wee hours glued to this exciting New York City police driven drama where Kenneth Hoss takes the reader on an exhilarating roller coaster ride, as he cleverly weaves a few murder cases together. His hero cop Kelli Storm gets to solve a cold case very close to her heart, while barely staying alive as she gets closer to taking down a major drug lord’s vast empire. A heart stopping race against time that is a wonderful read. It takes a special talent to write successful cop stories and Mr. Hoss has it!
April 16, 2012
Detective Kelli Storm has seen too much sadness in the last few years. She's lost her father, a partner and now her mother has Alzheimer's. Kelli's new partner Bill Hayes is someone she has a feeling will become a great detective one day. She likes him. Their first case together starts off badly. They are trying to nail down one of the biggest scumbags in town. The leads they get keep sending them no where. Suddenly they are caught in a whirlwind of trouble. Kelli shoots the girlfriend of the scumbag. The dead girl's father steps into the picture and Kelli's life is at stake. While going through her father's old cases, she learns her father was after the dead girl's father. It starts to appear like everything is connected but just how? Kelli's mom is kidnapped and her new partner and his wife shot. Kelli is now out for blood. She turns to her ex husband for help and between the two of them they might just figure out what all this is about. Keeping Kelli safe becomes a job for her squad and her ex husband's department. She's determined to settle the score.
Kelli is a fantastic character for women everywhere. She's strong, intelligent and a take-no-crap- kind of woman. Her love of family and her job shows just what a wonderful person she is. The story is easy to get lost in because of the action. Every time something happens you want to hurry to find out why and what happened as a result. The writing is right in line with any of the big name cop shows on TV. I can actually see this one as a weekly show or a movie series. You'll love that it's written in cop speak and down to earth language. Kenneth Hoss did a fantastic job of putting you in Kelli's shoes and making you part of the story. I applaud his efforts!
The only issue I found was the trip to Mexico. Seemed a little overkill, but that's just my opinion. Couldn't see the need for it.
I gave this one 5 out of 5 books because I'm a real sucker for anything law related.
Kelli is a fantastic character for women everywhere. She's strong, intelligent and a take-no-crap- kind of woman. Her love of family and her job shows just what a wonderful person she is. The story is easy to get lost in because of the action. Every time something happens you want to hurry to find out why and what happened as a result. The writing is right in line with any of the big name cop shows on TV. I can actually see this one as a weekly show or a movie series. You'll love that it's written in cop speak and down to earth language. Kenneth Hoss did a fantastic job of putting you in Kelli's shoes and making you part of the story. I applaud his efforts!
The only issue I found was the trip to Mexico. Seemed a little overkill, but that's just my opinion. Couldn't see the need for it.
I gave this one 5 out of 5 books because I'm a real sucker for anything law related.
August 18, 2011
The lead character in author Kenneth Hoss’s action-packed suspense novel, Storm Rising, is a no nonsense protagonist who takes a back seat to no one.
Detective Kelli Storm fights her own battles, whether she is on a stake-out with a rookie partner or in the heat of a showdown with male counterparts trailing in her wake. She doesn’t do patience well, especially when her snitch is late with information about a high ranking drug member who is also a murder suspect.
When the bad guys make things personal for her, a fellow detective discourages her from responding. But Storm lives up to her name and turns the tables until she is back in control. Now, with emotions high, the action is kicked up another notch. The story unfolds in Mr. Hoss’s descriptive voice, moving between New York’s Bronx, Yonkers, and Brooklyn before following the trail of drug dealers south.
Kelli Storm’s complicated personal life is at odds with her career, where her performance suggests she has nothing to lose. How she maintains her equilibrium in both areas of her life is the essence of this story.
Detective Kelli Storm fights her own battles, whether she is on a stake-out with a rookie partner or in the heat of a showdown with male counterparts trailing in her wake. She doesn’t do patience well, especially when her snitch is late with information about a high ranking drug member who is also a murder suspect.
When the bad guys make things personal for her, a fellow detective discourages her from responding. But Storm lives up to her name and turns the tables until she is back in control. Now, with emotions high, the action is kicked up another notch. The story unfolds in Mr. Hoss’s descriptive voice, moving between New York’s Bronx, Yonkers, and Brooklyn before following the trail of drug dealers south.
Kelli Storm’s complicated personal life is at odds with her career, where her performance suggests she has nothing to lose. How she maintains her equilibrium in both areas of her life is the essence of this story.
March 4, 2012
I thought this book had a pretty strong plot and it was definitely a page turner. I read most of it without realizing how fast it was going.
Kelli Storm is a likeable, believable character whom I think many people could relate to, even though we aren't all cops. Hoss gives a decent amount of background information for most of the supporting character, just enough to let you get a feel for them without taking too much of the spotlight away from Kelli.
My only complaints, and the reason that I didn't give it five stars, was the dialogue. While some of it was really good, I felt that some of the words/ phrases were used repetitiously, particularly towards the end. The banter between characters could have been a little stronger as well.
I also felt that ending could have packed a little more punch. I really like the concept of it and the plan of attack but I thought perhaps it should have been a little more involved. Just a little bit deeper and it would have been perfect.
Over all, it was a very good read and I would certainly recommend it to anyone who enjoys a good cop/ thriller.
Kelli Storm is a likeable, believable character whom I think many people could relate to, even though we aren't all cops. Hoss gives a decent amount of background information for most of the supporting character, just enough to let you get a feel for them without taking too much of the spotlight away from Kelli.
My only complaints, and the reason that I didn't give it five stars, was the dialogue. While some of it was really good, I felt that some of the words/ phrases were used repetitiously, particularly towards the end. The banter between characters could have been a little stronger as well.
I also felt that ending could have packed a little more punch. I really like the concept of it and the plan of attack but I thought perhaps it should have been a little more involved. Just a little bit deeper and it would have been perfect.
Over all, it was a very good read and I would certainly recommend it to anyone who enjoys a good cop/ thriller.
February 3, 2012
I recently came across Storm Rising, a mystery/thriller/suspense novel by Kenneth Hoss. As I am not generally drawn to detective centered stories, I probably would have passed on the book had I not heard such great things about it. I am glad that I trusted the reviews and read the book. Kenneth Hoss has managed to tell his story in a way which keeps the well written, fast paced saga interesting and entertaining.
Kelli Storm is a gritty, down to earth female protagonist who is determined to take care of herself and those she loves. After being pulled into a whirlwind of personal battles, the strong willed, spunky detective is determined to hold her own in both her professional and personal life, leaning on those she must in order to do this. Although Kelli Storm is not always likable, she is very believable, and that combined with an interesting storyline makes the book a good read. I am interested to see what mess Kelli will find herself in, with the next book of the series.
Kelli Storm is a gritty, down to earth female protagonist who is determined to take care of herself and those she loves. After being pulled into a whirlwind of personal battles, the strong willed, spunky detective is determined to hold her own in both her professional and personal life, leaning on those she must in order to do this. Although Kelli Storm is not always likable, she is very believable, and that combined with an interesting storyline makes the book a good read. I am interested to see what mess Kelli will find herself in, with the next book of the series.
November 4, 2012
Kelli Storm is a female NYC detective. You might call her a cougar; but no, she's not an old lady on the hunt! She is a wildly obsessive detective who does not quit the hunt for the leader of the largest drug cartell in Columbia and Mexico. Miguel Garcia is the most powerful drug lord who brought death to her partner and his wife; he's linked to the death of her father who was also a detective. Attempts have been made on Kelli's life, too, as well as her mother being kidnapped from an assisted living facility. Her hunt for this man takes her into the barren desert of Mexico and also to Mexico City. Kelli is fiesty, but you come to respect her for her attempts to right so many wrongs. The characters are well defined, each one memorable. This novel is high action, extremely well written, and styled to move you rapidly from scene to scene. I look forward to more excitement that comes into Kelli's life. I want more, and I want it soon!
March 28, 2012
Storm Rising by Kenneth Hoss was recommended to me from Amazon.com, based on some of my earlier reads. I found it to be fast-paced, and an enjoyable read.
Kelli Storm is a strong, and capable female lead, who can kick butt on her job, but struggles in her personal life. From the start of the story, she and her partner are on the hunt for a known drug dealer with a deadly reputation. At the same time, she is worried about her mother, who is in the early stages of Alzheimer's.
Complications arise, when she learns that the man she is after is involved with a case for the DEA, and they want her to back off. When her life, and that of her partner and mother, are put in jeopardy, Kelli comes out fighting.
Kenneth Hoss was able to show that the death of her father, years earlier, was the driving force behind her ability to become a tough cop, and fuels her forward.
Highly recommend.
Kelli Storm is a strong, and capable female lead, who can kick butt on her job, but struggles in her personal life. From the start of the story, she and her partner are on the hunt for a known drug dealer with a deadly reputation. At the same time, she is worried about her mother, who is in the early stages of Alzheimer's.
Complications arise, when she learns that the man she is after is involved with a case for the DEA, and they want her to back off. When her life, and that of her partner and mother, are put in jeopardy, Kelli comes out fighting.
Kenneth Hoss was able to show that the death of her father, years earlier, was the driving force behind her ability to become a tough cop, and fuels her forward.
Highly recommend.
March 2, 2012
In Kelli Storm, Kenneth Hoss has created a believable three dimensional character that will live long in the memory. She's not perfect. She can be impatient, bitchy and is prone to making rash decisions. But all this serves to round her up to feel like a living breathing person. She is also loyal, fiercely protective of the people she cares for, and courageous. After Detective Kelli shoots a powerful drug baron's daughter during a raid, she finds her whole life turned upside down. Following an attempt on her own life, the baron targets the people closest to her. Kelli isn't going to take that lying down. She's going to fight back the only way she knows how. There are some very suspenseful scenes in this fast moving thriller as the bad guys make repeated attempts to silence the fiesty female. A storm is brewing and Kelli intends to rain on their parade.
October 13, 2012
STORM RISING is the first focused police procedural novel I have read. Therefore, I received quite an education. I am always interested in stories that focus on drug lords and their cartels. This premise did not disappoint me. Kelli Storm is a wonderfully strong female character, a great cop with a personal life that is in shambles. Her character is easy to identify with in the scheme of her profession.
The author is clearly well informed and his characters and story are well-planned and believable. The drug cartel is certainly a current issue that concerns most everyone in the United States. A good read for anyone interested in police procedures and the inner functions of the illegal drug industry.
The author is clearly well informed and his characters and story are well-planned and believable. The drug cartel is certainly a current issue that concerns most everyone in the United States. A good read for anyone interested in police procedures and the inner functions of the illegal drug industry.
July 4, 2011
Initial thoughts as I'm still reading it:
I love how Ken has personalized Kelli Storm in this novel. While he focuses on the investigations in the novel, he also takes time to just be with her. The interactions between other detectives, cops, the M.E. and suspects are very believable and realistic. Great job Ken!
***
Kenneth Hoss has a well-rounded character in Kelli Storm. Although, a tough and determined Detective, she has a vulnerability to her. His research and knowledge of police work show through in the pages of Storm Rising. A must read for those who love police procedural mysteries.
I love how Ken has personalized Kelli Storm in this novel. While he focuses on the investigations in the novel, he also takes time to just be with her. The interactions between other detectives, cops, the M.E. and suspects are very believable and realistic. Great job Ken!
***
Kenneth Hoss has a well-rounded character in Kelli Storm. Although, a tough and determined Detective, she has a vulnerability to her. His research and knowledge of police work show through in the pages of Storm Rising. A must read for those who love police procedural mysteries.
October 21, 2011
I'd like to say up front that I'm not a big fan of books with female protagonists. I've enjoyed a few over the years, and Kelli Storm is one I enjoyed reading about. She's depicted with what I feel is a realistic mix of feminine and cop-macho characteristics: she cries, swears, gets a lump in her throat, empties her clip at a bunch of bad guys...
Hoss's writing style is easy to read and the story follows Storm straight through, meaning it's easy to follow the action.
Give a serious look if you like cop books.
Hoss's writing style is easy to read and the story follows Storm straight through, meaning it's easy to follow the action.
Give a serious look if you like cop books.
May 12, 2012
I was first attracted to this book by the title, which I loved.
Storm Rising revolves around Kelli Storm, the strong female protagonist, as she tries to balance her complicated personal life with a life and death crisis in her career. She proved a strong lead, yet very human. I felt like I really got to know her.
The story grabbed my attention at the start and never let go. While my schedule required reading this book in several sittings, I could easily have read it in one.
I was glad to discover that Storm Rising is the first of a series. I'll definitely be back for more! -RDM
Storm Rising revolves around Kelli Storm, the strong female protagonist, as she tries to balance her complicated personal life with a life and death crisis in her career. She proved a strong lead, yet very human. I felt like I really got to know her.
The story grabbed my attention at the start and never let go. While my schedule required reading this book in several sittings, I could easily have read it in one.
I was glad to discover that Storm Rising is the first of a series. I'll definitely be back for more! -RDM
August 22, 2012
I got the first book read and really enjoyed it. I love the strong character of Kelli Storm. This woman shows strength and determination. Kelli goes after this dangerous drug kingpin at what ever cost it may have. I also like her gentle side in the care she has for her mother. There is plenty of drama to keep this book going and am excited about every page and cant wait to read more. So far I would have to say this book has the making of a television series, like Law and Order or CSI. I am already for the next. I would like to get an autographed copy of each. I am really loving this book.
May 14, 2013
I think, for a first book, this book is very good. Kenneth Hoss has made the character very human and very female. How did a man do that? The story moves along at a good pace for me and doesn't drag in places like some books do. Also, he doesn't get caught up in detail about how they got from point A to point B, which is something that drives me crazy and something that many male authors tend to do. I think there could be more character development but believe that will come with more books. Keep writing, Kenneth.
July 27, 2011
A really good book. I struggled to get into it initially (Not entirely sure why) but after 50 pages or so I got into it and found I couldn't put it down! Kelli Storm is a fascinating character, I actually think she would be fun enough and interesting enough to keep my interest even if the story wasn't that good but, she is coupled with not only a fantastic storyline too but really good writing.
Highly recommended.
Highly recommended.
May 31, 2012
I need to start by saying I really enjoy cop procedural novels and this one fits the bill perfectly. Kelli Storm is a complex character who is trying to be a good cop, find her father’s killer, while juggling demons and emotional issues that are beyond her control. She portrays a “tough as nails” personality to the world, but she is really incredibly vulnerable and that makes for a fascinating character. The novel is fast-paced, whippet quick at times, and very enjoyable.
October 17, 2011
Great character development in Kelli Storm. She is a very real character, complete with faults. I found it hard to like her at times, but I think this was intended in order to make her more believable. Anyway, a good book.
September 30, 2014
This is what it is. A solid police procedural set in NYC. Kelli Storm is a very balanced character with her own flaws and issues which is refreshing.
December 20, 2014
Very enjoyable reading
I enjoyed reading this book. I like Kenneth Boss writing I will read more of his stuff.... Storm Warning here I come.
I enjoyed reading this book. I like Kenneth Boss writing I will read more of his stuff.... Storm Warning here I come.
February 17, 2015
Love Kelli
This author keeps things moving. Very entertaining. Kelli is a very independent female who is loving and tough at the same time. Good reading!
This author keeps things moving. Very entertaining. Kelli is a very independent female who is loving and tough at the same time. Good reading!
February 8, 2017
Detective Kelli Storm works out of the 33rd Precinct. Her father was also a detective before he was murdered twenty years previous. Kelli and her partner are looking for a local drug lord named Carlos Rodriquez for questioning, but when a young Puerto Rican prostitute is found murdered it swings her investigation away from Rodriquez. Yet the investigation doesn’t stray far. Plus, she learns that this case may lead to more information on her father’s death.
I really wanted to like this novel more. I love stories with strong female leads. This was supposed to be a police procedural, but it comes off like Dirty Harry. Remember Inspector Callahan? That series was intended as a police procedural also, but it was purely a men’s action series instead. Harry was always in trouble with his boss; he often took the law into his own hands, breaking down doors without warrants, shooting it out with the bad guys, and usually suspended for something he did, yet continued investigating the case on his private time. Kelli Storm is very similar. Remember, she is after Carlos Rodriquez for questioning. The police believe he is involved in drug distribution, and possibly several murders, but have no evidence and can’t prove it. Detective Storm would like to “talk” to Carlos. A stoolie reports seeing him enter an apartment building, and his Escalade is parked nearby, so that’s enough for Kelli and her partner to call in reinforcements (this happens at least twice early in the story). They bust into the building, kick doors down, and end in a shoot out. She even kills Rodriquez’s girlfriend during one invasion. Carlos has slipped out someway. No judge in his right mind would issue this woman a search warrant. They even find one man with dope and arrest him. Does illegal search and seizure sound familiar? How long will that arrest stick? Now I did believe Kelli was tough (for awhile). I mean she acts it with her partner and back up, but when two thugs break into her house, and she has a weapon in hand, instead of blowing the creeps away like Dirty Harry would do, she hides from them. No, Kelli Storm doesn’t come across as a police procedural for sure, and she also fails as Dirty Harry. Overall, this isn’t too bad, I recently read one mystery where a Wyoming sheriff drives his official car to North Dakota where he places a ND police chief under arrest, and deputizes local citizens to hold weapons on other citizens. The Wyoming sheriff would need a federal warrant just to pick up a prisoner already in ND custody. His jurisdiction ended in Wyoming, so we are getting some strange police procedural books today. I did like the author’s writing on Storm Rising, and the characters were well thought out. Kelli Storm would work a lot better if the author threw away the badge and made her a private detective. As a female lead I think she would work better that way. Still, a good read, and if you like female leads, I think you will like Kelli Storm. Give it a try.
I really wanted to like this novel more. I love stories with strong female leads. This was supposed to be a police procedural, but it comes off like Dirty Harry. Remember Inspector Callahan? That series was intended as a police procedural also, but it was purely a men’s action series instead. Harry was always in trouble with his boss; he often took the law into his own hands, breaking down doors without warrants, shooting it out with the bad guys, and usually suspended for something he did, yet continued investigating the case on his private time. Kelli Storm is very similar. Remember, she is after Carlos Rodriquez for questioning. The police believe he is involved in drug distribution, and possibly several murders, but have no evidence and can’t prove it. Detective Storm would like to “talk” to Carlos. A stoolie reports seeing him enter an apartment building, and his Escalade is parked nearby, so that’s enough for Kelli and her partner to call in reinforcements (this happens at least twice early in the story). They bust into the building, kick doors down, and end in a shoot out. She even kills Rodriquez’s girlfriend during one invasion. Carlos has slipped out someway. No judge in his right mind would issue this woman a search warrant. They even find one man with dope and arrest him. Does illegal search and seizure sound familiar? How long will that arrest stick? Now I did believe Kelli was tough (for awhile). I mean she acts it with her partner and back up, but when two thugs break into her house, and she has a weapon in hand, instead of blowing the creeps away like Dirty Harry would do, she hides from them. No, Kelli Storm doesn’t come across as a police procedural for sure, and she also fails as Dirty Harry. Overall, this isn’t too bad, I recently read one mystery where a Wyoming sheriff drives his official car to North Dakota where he places a ND police chief under arrest, and deputizes local citizens to hold weapons on other citizens. The Wyoming sheriff would need a federal warrant just to pick up a prisoner already in ND custody. His jurisdiction ended in Wyoming, so we are getting some strange police procedural books today. I did like the author’s writing on Storm Rising, and the characters were well thought out. Kelli Storm would work a lot better if the author threw away the badge and made her a private detective. As a female lead I think she would work better that way. Still, a good read, and if you like female leads, I think you will like Kelli Storm. Give it a try.
August 22, 2012
I got the first book read and really enjoyed it. I love the strong character of Kelli Storm. This woman shows strength and determination. Kelli goes after this dangerous drug kingpin at what ever cost it may have. I also like her gentle side in the care she has for her mother. There is plenty of drama to keep this book going and am excited about every page and cant wait to read more. So far I would have to say this book has the making of a television series, like Law and Order or CSI. I am already on the next. I would like to get an autographed copy of each. I am really loving this book. I will let you now about the other.
September 13, 2016
STORM RISING - A KELLI STORM NOVEL follows NYPD Detective Kelli Storm and her partner as they investigate several homicides in New York's Washington Heights neighborhood.
Written in the style of television shows like Law & Order and NYPD Blue, the book will draw the reader into the world of Kelli Storm. Kelli is a strong main character whom readers will either love or hate. She is driven to find her fathers killer, catch the bad guys, and keep a crazed drug cartel leader from killing her.
A must read for anyone who enjoys crime thrillers.
Written in the style of television shows like Law & Order and NYPD Blue, the book will draw the reader into the world of Kelli Storm. Kelli is a strong main character whom readers will either love or hate. She is driven to find her fathers killer, catch the bad guys, and keep a crazed drug cartel leader from killing her.
A must read for anyone who enjoys crime thrillers.
December 1, 2015
I read the first three in this series and found them to be just OK. I felt as if Hoss did not really know how to write for a female lead character. She comes across as extremely harsh, and I could not warm up to her. I was particularly put off by her sleeping with a fellow investigator while engaged to a fellow police officer. The author also repeatedly described Storm and her actions in the very same language, over and over again.
September 14, 2016
Enjoyable stories with a female detective somewhat marred by repetitive descriptions of her emotional reactions.
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