Once He Takes

Claire King #3

by Molly Black

FBI Special Agent Claire King dies chasing a killer—and is resuscitated minutes later to realize she has changed. Dark images flash through her mind in a newfound power, visions leading her towards serial killers. But a new case leaves Claire stumped: victims are found with something mysterious in their mouths, and the evidence leads to a killer. But why are Claire’s visions leading her to someone else?

“Molly Black has written a taut thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat… I absolutely loved this book and can’t wait to read the next book in the series!”
—Reader review for Girl One: Murder

Once He Takes is Book #3 of a long anticipated new series by critically-acclaimed and #1 bestselling mystery and suspense author Molly Black, whose books have received over 2,000 five-star reviews and ratings.

FBI Special Agent Claire King has a reputation for brilliance, for being able to crack serial killer cases that no other agent can. Before she died and came back to life, she relied solely on this brilliance. But now that she has this fleeting, newfound power, Claire is confused: should she follow what she knows? Or what she senses? Are visions more powerful than intellect?

Or will they lead her right into a killer’s trap?

A page-turning and harrowing crime thriller featuring a brilliant and tortured FBI agent, the Claire King series is a riveting mystery, packed with non-stop action, suspense, twists and turns, revelations, and driven by a breakneck pace that will keep you flipping pages late into the night. Fans of Rachel Caine, Teresa Driscoll and Robert Dugoni are sure to fall in love.

Future books in the series are also available!

Genres: Thriller

188 pages, Kindle Edition

First published September 19, 2023

About the author

Bestselling author Molly Black is author of the MAYA GRAY FBI suspense thriller series, comprising nine books (and counting); of the RYLIE WOLF FBI suspense thriller series, comprising six books; of the TAYLOR SAGE FBI suspense thriller series, comprising eight books; of the KATIE WINTER FBI suspense thriller series, comprising eleven books (and counting); of the RUBY HUNTER FBI suspense thriller series, comprising five books (and counting), and of the CAITLIN DARE FBI suspense thriller series, comprising five books (and counting).

An avid reader and lifelong fan of the mystery and thriller genres, Molly loves to hear from you, so please feel free to visit www.mollyblackauthor.com to learn more and stay in touch.

BOOKS BY MOLLY BLACK

GRACE FORD FBI THRILLER

NEARLY MINE (Book #1)

NEARLY SAFE (Book #2)

NEARLY FREE (Book #3)

NEARLY GONE (Book #4)

NEARLY HIS (Book #5)

CAITLIN DARE FBI SUSPENSE THRILLER

COME GET ME (Book #1)

COME FIND ME (Book #2)

COME TAKE ME (Book #3)

COME CATCH ME (Book #4)

COME SAVE ME (Book #5)

RUBY HUNTER FBI SUSPENSE THRILLER

IF I RUN (Book #1)

IF I TELL (Book #2)

IF I LIVE (Book #3)

IF I FORGET (Book #4)

IF I RETURN (Book #5)

MAYA GRAY MYSTERY SERIES

GIRL ONE: MURDER (Book #1)

GIRL TWO: TAKEN (Book #2)

GIRL THREE: TRAPPED (Book #3)

GIRL FOUR: LURED (Book #4)

GIRL FIVE: BOUND (Book #5)

GIRL SIX: FORSAKEN (Book #6)

GIRL SEVEN: CRAVED (Book #7)

GIRL EIGHT: HUNTED (Book #8)

GIRL NINE: GONE (Book #9)

RYLIE WOLF FBI SUSPENSE THRILLER

FOUND YOU (Book #1)

CAUGHT YOU (Book #2)

SEE YOU (Book #3)

WANT YOU (Book #4)

TAKE YOU (Book #5)

DARE YOU (Book #6)

TAYLOR SAGE FBI SUSPENSE THRILLER

DON’T LOOK (Book #1)

DON’T BREATHE (Book #2)

DON’T RUN (Book #3)

DON’T FLINCH (Book #4)

DON’T REMEMBER (Book #5)

DON’T TELL (Book #6)

DON’T HIDE (Book #7)

DON’T BLINK (Book #8)

KATIE WINTER FBI SUSPENSE THRILLER

SAVE ME (Book #1)

REACH ME (Book #2)

HIDE ME (Book #3)

BELIEVE ME (Book #4)

HELP ME (Book #5)

FORGET ME (Book #6)

HOLD ME (Book #7)

PROTECT ME (Book #8)

REMEMBER ME (Book #9)

CATCH ME (Book #10)

WATCH ME (Book #11)

Reviews

[Toni Richardson · Rating 4 out of 5]

I just finished listening to Once He Takes by Molly Black, book 3 of her series.

While I found the story to be gripping and well-narrated, I couldn't help but notice some repetitive elements still from her previous books that echoed the author's previous works in the series. As someone who typically enjoys longer books, I felt that this installment was rushed and left me wanting more depth and development in the plot and characters.

Although the series shows promise, I'm inclined to give this audiobook a 4.1 review, as I believe there is room for improvement. I'm eagerly anticipating the budding romance between Agent Claire and Agent Mark, and I hope to see more progress in their relationship in the upcoming books. Additionally, I am eager for the resolution of the ongoing struggle to catch the elusive serial killer that has evaded capture thus far.

Despite my reservations, I am willing to give the series another chance by listening to book 4. However, if the issues of repetitiveness and rushed storytelling persist, I may have to reconsider continuing with the series. I hope for more depth and complexity in the future installments.

Overall, Once He Takes is an engaging listen, but I'm eagerly anticipating more substantial development in the upcoming books.

[Jonathan · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received a free copy in exchange for an honest review. I really had my ups and downs with this book but in the end i enjoyed it. i like the use of medium type abilities to solve crimes .The villain being angry ll the time was a bit tiresome. but the process of catching and other parts of the storyline got it the 4 star rating

[Rainelle · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read this book and I’m not sure of what happened, but I just couldn’t connect with this book. The characters and the plot was interesting, but in some parts of the book I felt that the book stalled a few times. I lost my excitement of reading the book.

[Donna · Rating 4 out of 5]

In book three Claire is still using he unconventional visions to help solve crimes. Lots of twists and turns to keep you devouring this face paced book.

[Fearless · Rating 3 out of 5]

Lead, radiator, slum.

[Barbara · Rating 3 out of 5]

Series getting better and getting to understand Claire and her gift better. This particular narration had a lot of background 'clunks' throughout so a little distracting