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Bella Walker FBI Mystery Series #2
Murder on the Sea
The Jade Princess is dead.
It's was a trip of a lifetime for Chime Sai and her fiancé.
As they sailed across the globe to celebrate their engagement.
News of the power duo’s courtship had sent shockwaves throughout Myanmar.
Unfortunately the celebration took a grim and fatal turn when their sailboat was found adrift.
And Chime’s lifeless body was discovered within.
As the news of her death reached Myanmar's shores.
The Honolulu headquarters is on edge, under mounting international pressure to solve the case as quickly as possible.
After months of dead ends and Chime's fiancé still missing, FBI agent Bella Walker is finally assigned to the case.
Who would want to kill the beloved First Daughter of Myanmar?
As the case takes multiple unexpected turns, Bella finds herself questioning everyone around her.
Foreign affairs, a missing billionaire heir, and a trail of bodies connected to the unstable nation.
The truth of this case will have consequences. One that could create a ripple of bloodshed across the globe.
It's was a trip of a lifetime for Chime Sai and her fiancé.
As they sailed across the globe to celebrate their engagement.
News of the power duo’s courtship had sent shockwaves throughout Myanmar.
Unfortunately the celebration took a grim and fatal turn when their sailboat was found adrift.
And Chime’s lifeless body was discovered within.
As the news of her death reached Myanmar's shores.
The Honolulu headquarters is on edge, under mounting international pressure to solve the case as quickly as possible.
After months of dead ends and Chime's fiancé still missing, FBI agent Bella Walker is finally assigned to the case.
Who would want to kill the beloved First Daughter of Myanmar?
As the case takes multiple unexpected turns, Bella finds herself questioning everyone around her.
Foreign affairs, a missing billionaire heir, and a trail of bodies connected to the unstable nation.
The truth of this case will have consequences. One that could create a ripple of bloodshed across the globe.
- GenresMysteryMystery Thriller
210 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 3, 2023
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April 2, 2024
This is the second book in a series of 3 set in Hawaii with Bella Walker the FBI agent working on the crime. It is an interesting tale which begins when Chime Sai, the first daughter of Myanmar and her fiance are accosted on the coast of Oahu. The story is fast paced and involves the politics of the unstable government of Myanmar. There is a lot of action. Actually, too much action for my taste. A lot of the book is devoted to "shoot 'em up" scenes with a lot of gun play, etc. Those types of scenes are fun in a movie. But, I find them boring in a book where one can easily guess the outcome. I would have liked more plot development. However, I read to the book while on a trip to Oahu and enjoyed the descriptions of the the Hawaiian scenery. Overall, a fast paced, fast to read book set in a lovely location.
August 2, 2023
Another great book by A.J. Rivers! This is the second book in the Bella Walker series, and it was an exciting read. Bella is put in charge of the Jade Princess Case, in which the princess Chime Sai is murdered while on a cruise celebrating her engagement, and her fiancee is missing.
Once again Bella finds herself in jungles and caves and she and her team run into many obstacles.
I found myself reading while I had a map of the area pulled up on my phone so I could spot some of the interesting landmarks they mentioned in the book. It was truly a wonderful reading experience.
I highly recommend any book by A. J. as they have all been terrific. I have been doing ARC reading for her since she started writing, and I look forward to each new book. My review is my honest opinion.
Once again Bella finds herself in jungles and caves and she and her team run into many obstacles.
I found myself reading while I had a map of the area pulled up on my phone so I could spot some of the interesting landmarks they mentioned in the book. It was truly a wonderful reading experience.
I highly recommend any book by A. J. as they have all been terrific. I have been doing ARC reading for her since she started writing, and I look forward to each new book. My review is my honest opinion.
September 4, 2023
Did one get away?
An intriguing thriller in which Hawaiian FBI and other agencies work together to search for rogue bad guys, trekking through dangerous jungle terrain that poses as great a risk as ambush by those they are hunting. Relationships among the FBI team continue to develop in this second novel in this series. While the case closes with the good guys winning, there are a couple of questions left hanging - what about the one that (maybe) got away? And whatever happened to the agent that was taken hostage?
Stay tuned for Bella Walker FBI Mystery Series Book 3!
An intriguing thriller in which Hawaiian FBI and other agencies work together to search for rogue bad guys, trekking through dangerous jungle terrain that poses as great a risk as ambush by those they are hunting. Relationships among the FBI team continue to develop in this second novel in this series. While the case closes with the good guys winning, there are a couple of questions left hanging - what about the one that (maybe) got away? And whatever happened to the agent that was taken hostage?
Stay tuned for Bella Walker FBI Mystery Series Book 3!
August 9, 2023
Loved the story but missed Justin & Thor
Even though I loved the story, I missed Justin & Thor … wish we had seen or heard from them more than we did … very disappointed there will only be one more Bella Walker story … we get so involved with these characters which I believe is one of the best compliments a writer can get … please reconsider even if it’s just short stories … thank you for taking me on another journey with Bella!
Even though I loved the story, I missed Justin & Thor … wish we had seen or heard from them more than we did … very disappointed there will only be one more Bella Walker story … we get so involved with these characters which I believe is one of the best compliments a writer can get … please reconsider even if it’s just short stories … thank you for taking me on another journey with Bella!
August 21, 2023
Lacks some realism
If you work closely with the same people day in and day out you’re not going to constantly use their title to address them. Maybe the boss, in a formal setting or in front of the criminals but in normal day to day life you’ll use their first name. This bugged me throughout this book.
If you work closely with the same people day in and day out you’re not going to constantly use their title to address them. Maybe the boss, in a formal setting or in front of the criminals but in normal day to day life you’ll use their first name. This bugged me throughout this book.
August 27, 2023
A real mystery!
When you start thinking ahead and believe you have it solved and find out you're behind the eight ball. So many moves from good guy to bad guys or should I say girl. Rough time keeping on track in this story. Really great writing to keep you thinking. Great read. Anyone who likes a good mystery will not put this down.
When you start thinking ahead and believe you have it solved and find out you're behind the eight ball. So many moves from good guy to bad guys or should I say girl. Rough time keeping on track in this story. Really great writing to keep you thinking. Great read. Anyone who likes a good mystery will not put this down.
September 21, 2023
This is another great addition to Bella's series. The location is perfect, and the story is interesting. The search for the monsters that Bella and her colleagues are after is exciting. For the most part, the case is wrapped up, but I still wish the missing agent and Sasha Conan had been found. Bella is a great character and I look forward to her next book.
July 11, 2026
Wonders of the Island
Special Agent Bella Walker’s new home in Hawaii leads her right into another contentious case full of political intrigue and dangerous fiends. Without the help of her trusty Justin (he’s at home dog-sitting Thor) Bella’s team fights the terrain and the bad guys. Another well-written, deeply entrenched story! Thanks A.J.!
Special Agent Bella Walker’s new home in Hawaii leads her right into another contentious case full of political intrigue and dangerous fiends. Without the help of her trusty Justin (he’s at home dog-sitting Thor) Bella’s team fights the terrain and the bad guys. Another well-written, deeply entrenched story! Thanks A.J.!
August 4, 2023
This was a outstanding story with Bella and team searching for who killed a presidents daughter at sea. They was lots of suspense and action with Bella in the thick of things risking her life to get the people put away. Thank you very much for this wonderful story.
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August 7, 2023Excellent
This book was a great read. I couldn't seem to put it down. The twists and turns will definitely hold your attention. Can't wait for the next Bella Walker mystery. Highly recommend.
This book was a great read. I couldn't seem to put it down. The twists and turns will definitely hold your attention. Can't wait for the next Bella Walker mystery. Highly recommend.
August 7, 2023
I’ve been reading this series out of order, and jumped back to number two. A bit disappointed, as this one isn’t as well written as later books. This one has quite a few mechanical errors (typos, perhaps), and several spots where descriptions are too drawn out and boring.
August 17, 2023
Great sequel!
When the Jade Princess is found dead on a sailing boat off the coast of Hawaii and her fiance is missing, it's up to FBI Agent Bella Walker and her team to find out what happened. With a web of players far bigger than they imagined, can they get to the bottom of it?
When the Jade Princess is found dead on a sailing boat off the coast of Hawaii and her fiance is missing, it's up to FBI Agent Bella Walker and her team to find out what happened. With a web of players far bigger than they imagined, can they get to the bottom of it?
August 30, 2023
Did not see this one coming!
What a bunch of twists and turns this story has! Just when I thought I figured it out, another twist came along. Tension-filled action and descriptions of the beautiful scenery abound. Well worth the read!
What a bunch of twists and turns this story has! Just when I thought I figured it out, another twist came along. Tension-filled action and descriptions of the beautiful scenery abound. Well worth the read!
October 10, 2023
I really enjoy the Hawaiian Islands location and Bella is a great character -- but I cannot stand her "frenemy" Rachel. The jealousy she has toward Bella just grates! I will read book #3 just to see how Bella fares, but Rachel is a totally obnoxious character.
October 19, 2023
Best of the best
Wow I did not expect the series to get so exciting with the new characters. I was wrong. I love Bella and her escapades in high profile cases. Very emotional plot , brutal murders and fast paced actions make this book excellent. Don't miss it! Bravo.
Wow I did not expect the series to get so exciting with the new characters. I was wrong. I love Bella and her escapades in high profile cases. Very emotional plot , brutal murders and fast paced actions make this book excellent. Don't miss it! Bravo.
October 21, 2024
I can't get into this series. I tried. The writing is ok. But it jumps around alot. Leaves alot of stuff out. This is my second book I've read by them. Not sure I'll read the rest. Good plots are good.
November 21, 2024
Awesome Book
This is a great storyline! Exciting, with surprises and many twists and turns. The characters were great. L I ved everyone of them. I recommend this book to everyone. You will enjoy it!
This is a great storyline! Exciting, with surprises and many twists and turns. The characters were great. L I ved everyone of them. I recommend this book to everyone. You will enjoy it!
June 14, 2025
Intense
This is another good story by AJ and T. York. The story kept moving at a fast pace. I don't know how close this is to real FBI life, but prob not but it was still interesting. I will keep reading all the books by A.J because I haven't found a book I didn't like.
This is another good story by AJ and T. York. The story kept moving at a fast pace. I don't know how close this is to real FBI life, but prob not but it was still interesting. I will keep reading all the books by A.J because I haven't found a book I didn't like.
August 5, 2023
Exciting!
This book hits the ground running, keeps you guessing for a while, then ends with an action packed ending. Awesome!
This book hits the ground running, keeps you guessing for a while, then ends with an action packed ending. Awesome!
August 16, 2023
LOGAN DOUGLAS???!!!
So far, Bella Walker hasn’t sunk in as much as some other A. J. Rivers’ protagonists.
The developments in the storyline, however, are quite gripping.
So far, Bella Walker hasn’t sunk in as much as some other A. J. Rivers’ protagonists.
The developments in the storyline, however, are quite gripping.
October 7, 2023
Great read.
Great read and story. Kept me interested until the end. Can't wait for book three. Loved reading about all the hawaiian locations.
Great read and story. Kept me interested until the end. Can't wait for book three. Loved reading about all the hawaiian locations.
November 13, 2023
Not fond of the Belle series the writing isn’t the same as the
Other books
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February 11, 2024
Slight improvement from Book 1
Still issues with varying font size. A bit more context this time around. Not much actual police work or for that matter, forensics.
Still issues with varying font size. A bit more context this time around. Not much actual police work or for that matter, forensics.
September 3, 2024
Another of her great characters. I’m sorry there’s only one more. Great addition to her multiple series
March 27, 2025
Difficult to put down
Evil is evil. Reading this book will show what an ambitious person will do. This book is graphic at times.
Evil is evil. Reading this book will show what an ambitious person will do. This book is graphic at times.
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May 24, 2025Interesting entertaining read. I love Bella's adventures in Hawai'i!
November 11, 2025
Hard to follow
This was the hardest one to stay interested in. So I never finished it. All the previously read series I enjoyed.
This was the hardest one to stay interested in. So I never finished it. All the previously read series I enjoyed.
November 11, 2025
Excellent
Yoo are a great author. Your books keep me reading and not put down. I have read every book you wrote keep on writing.
Yoo are a great author. Your books keep me reading and not put down. I have read every book you wrote keep on writing.
May 2, 2026
A bit better than the 1st book in this series but still disappointing especially compared to the author's other series. Characters seem juvenile, plot holes and gaps.
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