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Thread of Hope
If someone took your child, how soon would you stop looking for her? If someone accused your best friend of a terrible crime, when would you stop defending him?
Seven years after Joe Tyler’s daughter Elizabeth was abducted, he hasn’t stopped looking for answers, and he hasn’t forgotten the friend who stood by him as he lost his wife, his home, and his career in his search. Now he’s been brought back to San Diego by the news that this friend has been arrested for beating up a teenage girl—a girl not much older than Elizabeth would be now.
Joe is convinced Chuck Winslow is innocent, but Chuck is in a coma and can’t explain what happened. And the more Joe hears about what Chuck’s been up to in the years he’s been gone, the less Joe recognizes his old friend. To find out the truth, he will have to face his ex-wife, his former bosses, and a hometown full of wealth, lies, and illicit privilege. When Chuck’s accuser goes missing, Joe must decide where his loyalties truly lie.
Seven years after Joe Tyler’s daughter Elizabeth was abducted, he hasn’t stopped looking for answers, and he hasn’t forgotten the friend who stood by him as he lost his wife, his home, and his career in his search. Now he’s been brought back to San Diego by the news that this friend has been arrested for beating up a teenage girl—a girl not much older than Elizabeth would be now.
Joe is convinced Chuck Winslow is innocent, but Chuck is in a coma and can’t explain what happened. And the more Joe hears about what Chuck’s been up to in the years he’s been gone, the less Joe recognizes his old friend. To find out the truth, he will have to face his ex-wife, his former bosses, and a hometown full of wealth, lies, and illicit privilege. When Chuck’s accuser goes missing, Joe must decide where his loyalties truly lie.
225 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 30, 2011
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Jeff Shelby
63 books174 followersJeff Shelby grew up around the beaches of Southern California and graduated from the University of California at Irvine. He is the author of the bestselling Noah Braddock series (Killer Swell, Wicked Break, Liquid Smoke), the stand alone thriller Thread of Hope, and the Deuce Winters series (Stay At Home Dead), written under the name Jeffrey Allen. He lives in Dallas, TX.
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September 14, 2017
Very sad story.
Five years old girl disappeared from the front lawn, how mother and father dealing with this tragedy. They love each other, but can't live together. Joe Tyler is back in San Diego, to clear his friend's name. High school girls being pushed to pushed to prostitution, as always rich parents and family secrets. Good twists will keep you reading, but beware, you have to buy the next books in this series to find out what happened to missing little girl.
Five years old girl disappeared from the front lawn, how mother and father dealing with this tragedy. They love each other, but can't live together. Joe Tyler is back in San Diego, to clear his friend's name. High school girls being pushed to pushed to prostitution, as always rich parents and family secrets. Good twists will keep you reading, but beware, you have to buy the next books in this series to find out what happened to missing little girl.
January 11, 2015
Joe Tyler, an ex cop from Coronado California, returns home to help his old friend Chuck Winslow now hospitalized in a coma and accused of beating a wealthy high school girl on the women's basketball team. Joe left Coronado after his eight year old daughter's disappearance, the dissolution of his marriage and and his employer, the Coronado PD, indirectly named him a suspect in his daughter's abduction. Despite the painful memories associated with with his past, Joe's sense of loyalty to Chuck compels to return to Coronado and try and clear him. Subsequent books in the series follow Joe in his needle in a haystack search for his missing daughter.
I read three books in a another series by Jeff Shelby about a surfer detective in San Diego and liked them very much so I jumped on this one. It's another flawed but interesting protagonist in a fast moving, well written mystery/thriller in one of my favorite cites, San Diego. Read this book and you'll be as committed to the series as I am. Highly recommended.
I read three books in a another series by Jeff Shelby about a surfer detective in San Diego and liked them very much so I jumped on this one. It's another flawed but interesting protagonist in a fast moving, well written mystery/thriller in one of my favorite cites, San Diego. Read this book and you'll be as committed to the series as I am. Highly recommended.
February 9, 2012
This book was a GREAT read. Interesting, rich characters and an engaging plot. The writing is strong and doesn't resort to cheap tricks to keep you in suspense. You learn information quickly and the story moves quickly. There will be a sequel to the book, it appears, and if I could buy it and start reading immediately, I would. I would highly recommend this book and I can't wait to read more.
October 24, 2018
Loved it! Found a new series! Look forward to reading more about Joe Tyler and the search for his daughter.
August 15, 2017
I caught at least three typographical errors in this book, and honestly found it impressive that Shelby was able to make every character, including several teenagers, sound like grizzled private investigators who were expelled from the force and have a personal agenda. It looks to me like he outlined the puzzle, then created characters, not that there's much wrong with the approach or anything. The reason I gave it two stars and not one is because I was unable to solve the mystery before Joe Tyler did, which means the foundation and pacing of the story is sound...but it's like the detective novel equivalent of a nuclear bunker. It's solid, and it does its job, but it isn't terribly unique, and it's certainly not a place I'd want to live in.
The pacing is actually probably the strongest aspect of the story. If I were to stumble upon the sequel in the library, I'd probably read it anyway because it wouldn't take me very long, but only if I were up to my ears in an unrelated genre and looking for a change of pace.
The pacing is actually probably the strongest aspect of the story. If I were to stumble upon the sequel in the library, I'd probably read it anyway because it wouldn't take me very long, but only if I were up to my ears in an unrelated genre and looking for a change of pace.
April 17, 2019
After cop Joe Tyler’s daughter, seven years old at the time, was snatched from their front yard in broad daylight, his life went to crap because he couldn’t find her. He gave up his job with the tony Coronado Island police department in a fit of rage when he learned his supervisor might sacrifice him to the maws of “justice” in order to keep up the department’s pristine reputation. He spent a few years bouncing around, drinking, trying to outrun the pain, helping other families with missing children, the irony of not being able to find his own kid never far from his mind. One of the few friends who stood by him gets brutally mugged and lands in a coma, unable to tell anyone what happened, drawing Tyler back to a place he never wanted to return to and into a mystery that could cost him his life.
This book finally bubbled its way to the top of my TBR pile and I figured, sure, why not, give it a shot. I liked the author’s cozy writings, so this was a bit of a shocker. It’s a traditional, dark detective novel with a flawed, wounded central character who has a strong commitment to doing what’s right and isn’t above cracking a few heads to get what he needs. (“If people got their feelings hurt, that wasn’t my problem. I wasn’t looking to make friends. I was looking for a teenage girl no one else could find. That was the only thing that mattered.”) The plot focuses on the privilege of the rich, bored, entitled teens who get in over their heads, the adults who either are or should be watching over them, and secrets that refuse to stay buried.
I liked this book way more than I expected. The writing is tight; I could almost feel Tyler’s hangover after a night of excess, and his shame when his temper got the better of him. The plot had me thinking about the characters when I wasn’t reading the book, and the ending was a surprise. I thought I had an idea of who did it (and what an interesting plot twist, because up until the end, I wasn’t really suspecting that person), but the reveal of the bad guy took a hard left into wow, wasn’t expecting that territory.
I’m excited to see there are several more books in this series so I can keep up with Tyler. I bought the second in the series as soon as I finished the first one.
This book finally bubbled its way to the top of my TBR pile and I figured, sure, why not, give it a shot. I liked the author’s cozy writings, so this was a bit of a shocker. It’s a traditional, dark detective novel with a flawed, wounded central character who has a strong commitment to doing what’s right and isn’t above cracking a few heads to get what he needs. (“If people got their feelings hurt, that wasn’t my problem. I wasn’t looking to make friends. I was looking for a teenage girl no one else could find. That was the only thing that mattered.”) The plot focuses on the privilege of the rich, bored, entitled teens who get in over their heads, the adults who either are or should be watching over them, and secrets that refuse to stay buried.
I liked this book way more than I expected. The writing is tight; I could almost feel Tyler’s hangover after a night of excess, and his shame when his temper got the better of him. The plot had me thinking about the characters when I wasn’t reading the book, and the ending was a surprise. I thought I had an idea of who did it (and what an interesting plot twist, because up until the end, I wasn’t really suspecting that person), but the reveal of the bad guy took a hard left into wow, wasn’t expecting that territory.
I’m excited to see there are several more books in this series so I can keep up with Tyler. I bought the second in the series as soon as I finished the first one.
February 5, 2019
I absolutely loved this book. Love Joe Tyler. I loved Shelby's writing. Tongue-in-cheek, kind of noir style mystery.
The plot was gripping. Tight. I will definitely be reading more books by this guy! #NEWFAN
Phillip Tomasso
Author of the crime novel YOU CHOOSE
and the supernatural thriller WOMAN IN THE WOODS
The plot was gripping. Tight. I will definitely be reading more books by this guy! #NEWFAN
Phillip Tomasso
Author of the crime novel YOU CHOOSE
and the supernatural thriller WOMAN IN THE WOODS
March 3, 2017
San Diego, CA. Chuck Winslow in pretty bad shape was recovering in the hospital.
Meredith Jordan (18, Jon’s daughter, former Coronado HS student, girl’s BB) had filed a complaint against Chuck.
He had retained Jane Wiley (attorney).
Joseph “Joe: Tyler (PI, former CPD, retired linebacker, SD Chargers) spoke with Gina Coleman (Jordan Enterprises security director, Jon’s personal bodyguard) about Chuck’s pending charges.
By chance what did Joe find out from Derek Weathers (Meredith’s BF), & Matt, at Buster’s bar & grill.
Lana McCauley (Coronado HS secretary) informed Joe Mr. Robert Stricker (UNLV) is the Coronado HS Athletic Director.
James Hanley & Trevor Boyle worked for Jordan Enterprises Real estate development (hotels/office buildings).
Joe (USD; CJ) was to meet with Jon Jordan (father).
Elizabeth Tyler (8, Lauren/Joe’s daughter) had disappeared or been kidnapped.
Meredith never came home.
What was the offer Jon made Joe to find her?
Will Meredith be found?
& What about Chuck?
Will Elizabeth be found?
I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review, only an honest one. All thoughts & opinions are entirely my own.
A very awesome book cover, great font & writing style. Wow, a very well written mystery book. It was very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a great set of unique characters to keep track of. This could also make another great mystery movie, or better yet a mini TV series. Just when you think you got it figured out; BOOM! There is no doubt in my mind this is a very easy rating of 5 stars.
Thank you for the free instafreebie Author; PDF book
Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
Meredith Jordan (18, Jon’s daughter, former Coronado HS student, girl’s BB) had filed a complaint against Chuck.
He had retained Jane Wiley (attorney).
Joseph “Joe: Tyler (PI, former CPD, retired linebacker, SD Chargers) spoke with Gina Coleman (Jordan Enterprises security director, Jon’s personal bodyguard) about Chuck’s pending charges.
By chance what did Joe find out from Derek Weathers (Meredith’s BF), & Matt, at Buster’s bar & grill.
Lana McCauley (Coronado HS secretary) informed Joe Mr. Robert Stricker (UNLV) is the Coronado HS Athletic Director.
James Hanley & Trevor Boyle worked for Jordan Enterprises Real estate development (hotels/office buildings).
Joe (USD; CJ) was to meet with Jon Jordan (father).
Elizabeth Tyler (8, Lauren/Joe’s daughter) had disappeared or been kidnapped.
Meredith never came home.
What was the offer Jon made Joe to find her?
Will Meredith be found?
& What about Chuck?
Will Elizabeth be found?
I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review, only an honest one. All thoughts & opinions are entirely my own.
A very awesome book cover, great font & writing style. Wow, a very well written mystery book. It was very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a great set of unique characters to keep track of. This could also make another great mystery movie, or better yet a mini TV series. Just when you think you got it figured out; BOOM! There is no doubt in my mind this is a very easy rating of 5 stars.
Thank you for the free instafreebie Author; PDF book
Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
January 30, 2014
A classic "who dun it," with a twist. The basic plot: child of an extraordinarily wealthy family disappears. The best friend of a an ex-police officer--forced to resign under a cloud--is the prime suspect. Detective drops everything and rushes off to help his friend. There are dozens of very good novels with this basic plot, and Thread of Hope is an excellent addition to the genre. Darker than many, and very well done.
What sets Thread of Hope apart is the detective's back story. He too has a child missing. It was his obsession with finding his child that forced him to leave the police force, destroyed his marriage, and sparked his new career as a detective specialized in finding missing children....all while continuing the search for his own missing child--now over a decade gone.
My only caveat is that this is the first in a series of four books. You may have a hard time stopping after just one.
What sets Thread of Hope apart is the detective's back story. He too has a child missing. It was his obsession with finding his child that forced him to leave the police force, destroyed his marriage, and sparked his new career as a detective specialized in finding missing children....all while continuing the search for his own missing child--now over a decade gone.
My only caveat is that this is the first in a series of four books. You may have a hard time stopping after just one.
April 19, 2012
Eh. Your pretty basic macho-detective story. Well written and well plotted, but with predictable, generic characters. The main character is a surly, feeling sorry for himself private investigator, who cannot move on from his daughter's disappearance 10 years ago. It's the angle that drives the story and character, and it gets grating after a while.
That said, the overall story is good, well told with a decent ending.
That said, the overall story is good, well told with a decent ending.
December 13, 2015
Very good read. First one for me by this author (it's a freebie) and I've purchased the next in the series with no second thought about it.
A good whodunit plot and a well written, believable storyline with great flow and character building. Cliffhanger ending which had me itching to go grab the next book.
Well done Mr. Shelby!
A good whodunit plot and a well written, believable storyline with great flow and character building. Cliffhanger ending which had me itching to go grab the next book.
Well done Mr. Shelby!
February 7, 2017
"Good start to a series"
A straight talking, in-your-face thriller, with plenty of action. OK, there are a few minor issues, and the cliffhanger ending is frustrating, but the story is good enough to get you through without too much trouble. Easy to read, with no-nonsense characters. That's fine by me.
A straight talking, in-your-face thriller, with plenty of action. OK, there are a few minor issues, and the cliffhanger ending is frustrating, but the story is good enough to get you through without too much trouble. Easy to read, with no-nonsense characters. That's fine by me.
November 10, 2015
This book is well written in an easy flowing manner which keeps you engaged from start to finish.
A very good story line with well defined and likeable characters and enough suspense to keep you guessing.
First book I have read by this author and I have ordered the next two.
A very good story line with well defined and likeable characters and enough suspense to keep you guessing.
First book I have read by this author and I have ordered the next two.
February 8, 2012
Lots of twists and turns and I was surprised at the ending. Though the very end left me hanging will there be more?
August 13, 2023
Seven years ago Joe Tyler's daughter, Elizabeth, aged 9, disappeared as he and she set up Christmas decorations in the family garden in San Diego. In the aftermath he lost his wife, his career as a cop and any reason to continue living.
Three things kept him from committing suicide: a tiny voice in his head that warned him Elizabeth could turn up at his funeral; he can't find her (and he's never stopped looking) but he has found other missing children; the more he works at finding her and them the better he gets.
He has hope but he's always just one step away from erupting into violence.
His ex-wife, Lauren, tracks him down and he's back in San Diego after a friend, Chuck Winslow, is savagely assaulted and left in a coma. Chuck had been working as an assistant basketball coach at Coronado High School
To make matters worse Chuck has been accused of beating the hell out of Meredith Jordan, 18, the star basketball player at Coronado High. He's in no position to defend himself but Joe is doggedly determined to prove his innocence and starts making waves.
What follows is not for the faint of heart. It's sordid tale at almost every level as Joe gradually peels away the levels of concealment to expose something very rotten.
I've read many thousands of books over the years and it struck me that this story was a familiar one, but I can't put my finger on whether I have read it before or it is just very similar to another book. Also, as it is the first in a series where Joe continues to hunt for Elizabeth I could be thinking of a further book - time will tell.
It's a very solid though somewhat depressing read overall.
4 Solid Stars.
Three things kept him from committing suicide: a tiny voice in his head that warned him Elizabeth could turn up at his funeral; he can't find her (and he's never stopped looking) but he has found other missing children; the more he works at finding her and them the better he gets.
He has hope but he's always just one step away from erupting into violence.
His ex-wife, Lauren, tracks him down and he's back in San Diego after a friend, Chuck Winslow, is savagely assaulted and left in a coma. Chuck had been working as an assistant basketball coach at Coronado High School
To make matters worse Chuck has been accused of beating the hell out of Meredith Jordan, 18, the star basketball player at Coronado High. He's in no position to defend himself but Joe is doggedly determined to prove his innocence and starts making waves.
What follows is not for the faint of heart. It's sordid tale at almost every level as Joe gradually peels away the levels of concealment to expose something very rotten.
I've read many thousands of books over the years and it struck me that this story was a familiar one, but I can't put my finger on whether I have read it before or it is just very similar to another book. Also, as it is the first in a series where Joe continues to hunt for Elizabeth I could be thinking of a further book - time will tell.
It's a very solid though somewhat depressing read overall.
4 Solid Stars.
September 19, 2018
A powerful tale of missing children and it's aftermath! Terrifying and disturbing! Gutwrenching and scary great!
This book was recommended to me by a friend who is an Amazon bestselling author! When I saw the cover with the Coronado Bay Bridge I knew I had to read it. I live in beautiful San Diego and I love the city and county. I enjoyed Jeff Shelby's first hand knowledge of the area.
The story is centered in Coronado and Jeff has captured the essence of the city. I spent my preteen and early adolescent summers hanging with my besties at the yacht club having fun! The schools in Coronado are ranked first in the state. 98% of the families have at least one parent with a degree from a 4 year college and homes cost in the millions! The Thread of Hope is a little edgy even for Coronado! Over-the-top yes, but not totally unfounded.
The story is an emotional journey about missing children and the demolition of lives in it's wake! The story unfolds as Joe Tyler gathers glaring inconsistencies in the investigation of a missing student. As a parent, high school teacher and coach, I was devastated by the story and sobbed out loud as I read! So much heartache, guilt and teen angst! This book is an amazing, fast paced and heartbreaking examination of secrets, intrigue and helplessness; comprehending"generation z" and the inevitable complications between parents and teens!
This book was recommended to me by a friend who is an Amazon bestselling author! When I saw the cover with the Coronado Bay Bridge I knew I had to read it. I live in beautiful San Diego and I love the city and county. I enjoyed Jeff Shelby's first hand knowledge of the area.
The story is centered in Coronado and Jeff has captured the essence of the city. I spent my preteen and early adolescent summers hanging with my besties at the yacht club having fun! The schools in Coronado are ranked first in the state. 98% of the families have at least one parent with a degree from a 4 year college and homes cost in the millions! The Thread of Hope is a little edgy even for Coronado! Over-the-top yes, but not totally unfounded.
The story is an emotional journey about missing children and the demolition of lives in it's wake! The story unfolds as Joe Tyler gathers glaring inconsistencies in the investigation of a missing student. As a parent, high school teacher and coach, I was devastated by the story and sobbed out loud as I read! So much heartache, guilt and teen angst! This book is an amazing, fast paced and heartbreaking examination of secrets, intrigue and helplessness; comprehending"generation z" and the inevitable complications between parents and teens!
July 10, 2017
An awesome book, with an underlay of sadness filled with possible hope. Jeff Shelby has done an amazing job writing this story is such a way that if feels as if it was you in the book.
Joe Tyler has been away from home ever since his daughter went missing from their front yard. He left his wife and friends behind and has never stopped searching for her. he didn't plan on coming back until he got a phone call from his wife saying his best friend chuck was in the hospital. Joe is thrust into a baffling mystery as he tries to clear his friends name of a crime he knows, chuck would never commit.
This book hits a lot of areas in a short time, from the pain of a missing child, to clearing a friends name and more it has a lot of themes mixed in it.
Joe Tyler has been away from home ever since his daughter went missing from their front yard. He left his wife and friends behind and has never stopped searching for her. he didn't plan on coming back until he got a phone call from his wife saying his best friend chuck was in the hospital. Joe is thrust into a baffling mystery as he tries to clear his friends name of a crime he knows, chuck would never commit.
This book hits a lot of areas in a short time, from the pain of a missing child, to clearing a friends name and more it has a lot of themes mixed in it.
November 27, 2016
what is a parents worst nightmare....a child being kidnapped and never knowing what has happened to them
this is joe's life...an ex cop whose child went missing, it broke the family apart and this is his life finding other peoples children but never his own...
joe is called back to his hometown to help a friend who is brutally beaten, can joe face seeing his old house, his ex wife and the last place he saw his daughter....
plenty of red herrings, never guessed who the perp was, a new series to get into...
this is joe's life...an ex cop whose child went missing, it broke the family apart and this is his life finding other peoples children but never his own...
joe is called back to his hometown to help a friend who is brutally beaten, can joe face seeing his old house, his ex wife and the last place he saw his daughter....
plenty of red herrings, never guessed who the perp was, a new series to get into...
September 20, 2017
You just need to know what happens next
A book that is difficult to put down. An easy read that tells you just enough for your imagination to fill in the gaps and draws you in to want to know what happens next. The life lead by the central character Joe Tyler, all but detroyed by the disappearance of his daughter some years ago, is largely dictated by the effect that that event continues to have on him. As he tries to find out the truth behind his best friend's involvement with a beaten teenager, we come to better understand him and what drives him to do what he does.
A book that is difficult to put down. An easy read that tells you just enough for your imagination to fill in the gaps and draws you in to want to know what happens next. The life lead by the central character Joe Tyler, all but detroyed by the disappearance of his daughter some years ago, is largely dictated by the effect that that event continues to have on him. As he tries to find out the truth behind his best friend's involvement with a beaten teenager, we come to better understand him and what drives him to do what he does.
January 20, 2018
An excellent mystery with lots of twists
This is a very well written book which keeps you hooked to the end. It is a mystery revolving around a rich girl who goes missing on an island. His disappearance is linked to a mixture of family strife and an illicit prostitute ring.
Jeff releases snippets of information to you in little bits, so that you build the picture at the same time as the detective on the case.
It is a great light read for any mystery fans.
This is a very well written book which keeps you hooked to the end. It is a mystery revolving around a rich girl who goes missing on an island. His disappearance is linked to a mixture of family strife and an illicit prostitute ring.
Jeff releases snippets of information to you in little bits, so that you build the picture at the same time as the detective on the case.
It is a great light read for any mystery fans.
July 1, 2018
I really enjoyed this book. Joe is completely damaged from his daughters disappearance and the way it manifests into his actions and thoughts is compelling. I couldn't stop myself from becoming invested in his character while he searched for a way to help his friend Chuck and find a missing teen, Meredith. The ending was a perfect leeway into the next book and I will definitely add it to my list of books to read.
January 2, 2019
Fantastic
This talented author knows how to.keep.the reader unable to put the book down. Meeting.Joe Tyler and learning his very sad history. His.very sincere and devoted friend his love of his ex wife but the sudden disappearance of his young daughter is what makes Joe a determined man who will spend the rest of his life looking for his daughter. Wonderful story. Will following this author.
This talented author knows how to.keep.the reader unable to put the book down. Meeting.Joe Tyler and learning his very sad history. His.very sincere and devoted friend his love of his ex wife but the sudden disappearance of his young daughter is what makes Joe a determined man who will spend the rest of his life looking for his daughter. Wonderful story. Will following this author.
September 30, 2017
Not brilliant
I suppose that compared with other free books I have downloaded this was passable but I wouldn't recommend it.
The author obviously expects readers to be interested enough to read more in the series, no chance ! !
It was drawn out and boring with no believable characters
I suppose that compared with other free books I have downloaded this was passable but I wouldn't recommend it.
The author obviously expects readers to be interested enough to read more in the series, no chance ! !
It was drawn out and boring with no believable characters
October 2, 2017
Flawed genius
Fast paced thriller with a genuinely hurting main character who's haunted by his ability to help everyone else but himself. This is a well written easy read that begs you to keep going page after page, then ends with an appetizing glimpse of what's to come. Well worth th read.
Fast paced thriller with a genuinely hurting main character who's haunted by his ability to help everyone else but himself. This is a well written easy read that begs you to keep going page after page, then ends with an appetizing glimpse of what's to come. Well worth th read.
November 14, 2017
Good stuff
The story is a bit of a cliche - investigator with a troubled past comes back to his home town and comes up against wealthy man with a lot of influence. However it is well written and a surprisingly good read. Joe Tyler is a tough guy, but he is honourable and I liked him as a character.
The story is a bit of a cliche - investigator with a troubled past comes back to his home town and comes up against wealthy man with a lot of influence. However it is well written and a surprisingly good read. Joe Tyler is a tough guy, but he is honourable and I liked him as a character.
May 1, 2018
I finished the book in a few hours, because once I got into it I was genuinely interested in story. The characters seem real enough, and the father looking for his missing daughter while trying to help another girl is engaging.
I did get annoyed at the use of the word "alright" instead of "all right". The editor didn't catch that, apparently.
I did get annoyed at the use of the word "alright" instead of "all right". The editor didn't catch that, apparently.
June 27, 2018
Powerful, gripping, a can’t put it down book
I don’t think Joe Tyler would ever be a friend of mine, the tough world he lives in would drive me nuts. I’d want to get “his problems” resolved. He would be a guy I respected, and probably cried for.
This is a series I’ve got to follow, but I can’t read ‘em back to back. It’s a well written story, lost of drive, powerful emotion.
I don’t think Joe Tyler would ever be a friend of mine, the tough world he lives in would drive me nuts. I’d want to get “his problems” resolved. He would be a guy I respected, and probably cried for.
This is a series I’ve got to follow, but I can’t read ‘em back to back. It’s a well written story, lost of drive, powerful emotion.
August 2, 2018
This was a very well-written thriller, with a very sympathetic main character. The storyline was nicely thought out, and the story had a continuous flow that would keep the reader's interest. The backstory of Joe Tyler, as it popped up during the book, was intriguing, and I'm sure more will be revealed as the series continues.
February 5, 2019
Hope
Joe returned home to help a friend out of a jam. The story fills in A lot of back story. Married, x cop, missing daughter- never found. Marriage ended and he left town - now he helps other find their missing kids. Years later still searching— good story but you cannot help but feel sad for Joe.
Joe returned home to help a friend out of a jam. The story fills in A lot of back story. Married, x cop, missing daughter- never found. Marriage ended and he left town - now he helps other find their missing kids. Years later still searching— good story but you cannot help but feel sad for Joe.
December 10, 2019
A Must Read!
Thread of Hope couldn't have a better title. Joe is looking for his daughter she went missing many years ago but he hasn't once stopped looking. Helping other families who have lost children...Just never his Elizabeth. There are other stories woven into this book, please don't hesitate to read this superb page turner...
Thread of Hope couldn't have a better title. Joe is looking for his daughter she went missing many years ago but he hasn't once stopped looking. Helping other families who have lost children...Just never his Elizabeth. There are other stories woven into this book, please don't hesitate to read this superb page turner...
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