Girl, Deceived

Ella Dark #15

by Blake Pierce

FBI Agent Ella Dark has studied serial killers from the time she could read, devastated by the murder of her own father, and has gained an encyclopedic knowledge of murderers. But Ella is stumped when victims of a new serial killer turn up with the signature of a real-life horror movie….
FBI Agent Ella Dark, 29, is given her big chance to achieve her life’s to join the Behavioral Crimes Unit. Ella’s hidden obsession of gaining an encyclopedic knowledge of serial killers has led to her being singled out for her brilliant mind, and invited to join the big leagues.But even with her skills, this time, Ella may have finally met her match.A page-turning and harrowing crime thriller featuring a brilliant and tortured FBI agent, the ELLA DARK series is a riveting mystery, packed with suspense, twists and turns, revelations, and driven by a breakneck pace that will keep you flipping pages late into the night.

Genres: Audiobook, Mystery, Fiction, Thriller, Mystery Thriller, Suspense

271 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 7, 2023

About the author

Blake Pierce is author of the bestselling RILEY PAGE mystery series, which includes seven books (and counting). Blake Pierce is also the author of the MACKENZIE WHITE mystery series, comprising four books (and counting); of the AVERY BLACK mystery series, comprising four books (and counting); and of the new KERI LOCKE mystery series.

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

Reviews

[Carollee · Rating 4 out of 5]

This one was a creepy one for sure. I love this series and I need answers for Ella about the gang that murdered her dad. I wish there would be more info on that part of the story. All in all, it was a good crime/mystery read.

[Sara Bohara · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting investigation of horror themed murders. However, I listened to this as an audiobook and was not a fan of the narration.

[Darcy · Rating 2 out of 5]

This one was just ok for me, part of it was due to the horror theme, not a fan of those movies, usually am hiding behind my hands. Also, this far in to the series, it feels like there is a check list to the story and not much moving in the larger story line. At this point all I want to know is who killed Ella's dad and why. Each book has maybe 1 nugget that is relevant.

[Amber Anderson · Rating 3 out of 5]

If I had never read the others, I would find it captivating, but Iike another reviewer said, these are becoming a template. The underlying story that we’re all really here to complete is taking way too long and starting to feel like a money grab. Blake, I love your books, I’ll buy others, but I’m confused why this is dragging out so much?

It also feels like the reader is less and less cared for when it comes to editing. Maybe that’s silly? But to stay so invested in the series, I want to see production invested in their work, too.

Can Ella reallllly handle all these injuries? I learn so much from these books, it’s fascinating. It’s clear Blake is researching. But as a Kinesiology major, what Ella’s body goes through is impossible.

[Vicki Gilbertson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting adventures for Ella and Mia, but please get someone who can proofread a little better.

Page 41 --> The line reads --- Ripley and Mia both turn to Ella? Now how can that be.

Page 143 --> The line Refers to Harry Faulkner then all of a sudden she's calling him Larry 🙄

I truly enjoyed the book, just found myself rereading some pages.

[Carol · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ella has always loved horror movies and with her photographic memory all the movies are stored in her brain in all their bloody carnage. Her new assignment has her thinking she's walked into a real life horror movie. With her soon to be retired partner Mia Ripley, Ella finally figures out the "plot" and confronts the killer of 3 women on a darkened sound stage in an abandoned theater.

[Everything Bookish Blog · Rating 4 out of 5]

One of my favorite of the series so far. Though that may have something to do with the fact that I’m obsessed with horror movies. So I’m biased and enjoyed the storyline so much.

This is book fifteen yet somehow the story still feels unexpected and new. With each book I just get more enthralled. The writing keeps me on my toes.

I’m excited to see where the story is heading.

[Britt Loves Books · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book was basic. No character development. No real suspense. Perhaps I would have enjoyed it more if I was familiar with the series.

FBI investigates murders outside of LA that mirror slasher scenes.

[Leslie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Potential to be good

This book has a very creative plot, but some of the theories embraced by the two agents are not realistic at all. They're more of a convenient way to add an obstacle to the investigation. This series needs an editor. It could be really great.

[Abigail Martinez]

Story was fine…but the audiobook voice actor!! One of THE worst I’ve ever listened to

[kimmie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Book 15 of this series idek if they're good anymore but I'm dedicated and invested

[Christine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Did it again!

Blake Pierce has a way of getting you wrapped up in what is going to happen next. He gives you ,the reader clues but you never see the end result coming

[Brook · Rating 4 out of 5]

Audio book- Love this series!

[Crystal Weltikol · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed how this book tied in with other horror stories/literature, like Halloween, Pin-head, and Nightmare on Elm Street.

[ChillingChapters · Rating 3 out of 5]

The Ella Dark series is becoming one of my favourite series ever! I'm hooked and can't put them down!
The main story of each book is amazing, along with the continual backstory that just flows so well!

[Johanna · Rating 5 out of 5]

You can not stop reading

Book number 16 here um come great books love the continue series. The all continued follow up the next one. Very satisfied reading everyone and each one.you will not be disappointed.

[Anabel Pinedo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Una fantastca historia, que trata de cómo Ella Dark, una brillante detective se enfrenta a una historia terrorifica que mezcla la realidad de un asesino con las peliculas de terror. Una historia que te mantiene siempre a la expectativa y que te hace pensar en muchas direcciones, tratando de encontrar el asesino.

[Riley Steelman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing. I love this series and I'm almost done with it and i'm so sad.