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Jo Pullinger #5
A Killer's Storm
Can she survive a deadly storm?
Special Agent Jo Pullinger needs a well-deserved break. She agrees to drive a fellow agent, Edward Swann, to his new job in Boise, Idaho. She figures the long drive will give her time to clear mind and get some fresh air.
Halfway through their trip, a massive snowstorm forces Jo and her fellow agents into the town of Lapse, Oregon. The town seems abandoned, but they find a hotel and take up lodgings. They decide to wait out the storm and continue their journey the next day.
When morning hits, Jo finds Swann is not in his room. Soon, their search reveals that Swann and a waitress from the local diner were ambushed in their car. Someone had forcibly taken them both. But why?
As Jo scours for her colleague, she has no idea a sinister group has deadly plans for Swann—one involving a symbolic sacrifice.
Special Agent Jo Pullinger needs a well-deserved break. She agrees to drive a fellow agent, Edward Swann, to his new job in Boise, Idaho. She figures the long drive will give her time to clear mind and get some fresh air.
Halfway through their trip, a massive snowstorm forces Jo and her fellow agents into the town of Lapse, Oregon. The town seems abandoned, but they find a hotel and take up lodgings. They decide to wait out the storm and continue their journey the next day.
When morning hits, Jo finds Swann is not in his room. Soon, their search reveals that Swann and a waitress from the local diner were ambushed in their car. Someone had forcibly taken them both. But why?
As Jo scours for her colleague, she has no idea a sinister group has deadly plans for Swann—one involving a symbolic sacrifice.
346 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 31, 2023
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120 people want to read
About the author
Thomas Fincham
77 books152 followerspen name for Mobashar Qureshi
THOMAS FINCHAM holds a graduate degree in Economics. His travels throughout the world have given him an appreciation for other cultures and beliefs. He has lived in Africa, Asia, and North America. An avid reader of mysteries and thrillers, he decided to give writing a try. Several novels later, he can honestly say he has found his calling. He is married with two kids, and he lives in a hundred-year-old house. He is the author of LEE CALLAWAY series, the HYDER ALI series, the MARTIN RHODES series, and the ECHO ROSE series.
THOMAS FINCHAM holds a graduate degree in Economics. His travels throughout the world have given him an appreciation for other cultures and beliefs. He has lived in Africa, Asia, and North America. An avid reader of mysteries and thrillers, he decided to give writing a try. Several novels later, he can honestly say he has found his calling. He is married with two kids, and he lives in a hundred-year-old house. He is the author of LEE CALLAWAY series, the HYDER ALI series, the MARTIN RHODES series, and the ECHO ROSE series.
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October 31, 2024
When you least expect it
McKinley gets his field experience, Swann finds himself in trouble again, Jo and Ford are partnered up again, but all this occurs on the road. A weather upset leads to a small town pit stop where there are missing people, murders, kidnapping and a cult! The sheriff and his wife are a hoot and the action and different POVs entertaining. The mastermind was not a huge surprise, but the reveal was still perfectly timed and enjoyable. This series is always colorful and engaging with character dialogue and unique cases!
McKinley gets his field experience, Swann finds himself in trouble again, Jo and Ford are partnered up again, but all this occurs on the road. A weather upset leads to a small town pit stop where there are missing people, murders, kidnapping and a cult! The sheriff and his wife are a hoot and the action and different POVs entertaining. The mastermind was not a huge surprise, but the reveal was still perfectly timed and enjoyable. This series is always colorful and engaging with character dialogue and unique cases!
April 3, 2024
Mind blowing series
Fincham writes like a trained FBI agent. The scenarios are so realistic it's hard to put the Kindle down. Agent Jo Pullinger takes huge risks to bring a suspect to face justice. She and her team work in sync to apprehend criminals. This novel can be a stand alone book. I recommend starting with the first novel to enjoy the series as a whole. Happy reading.
Fincham writes like a trained FBI agent. The scenarios are so realistic it's hard to put the Kindle down. Agent Jo Pullinger takes huge risks to bring a suspect to face justice. She and her team work in sync to apprehend criminals. This novel can be a stand alone book. I recommend starting with the first novel to enjoy the series as a whole. Happy reading.
June 10, 2025
A cross for you......
Being thrust into another do or die episode of life with Agent Jo becomes almost a lost cause when a small town produces more criminals than normal. All must be dealt with , including A Blizzard, multiple deaths, one tragic, the rest earned. PI Bryan is among the backup sent to help Jo , doing what he does best, coordinating with Jo to put to rest the crazies living there. Thanks TF
Being thrust into another do or die episode of life with Agent Jo becomes almost a lost cause when a small town produces more criminals than normal. All must be dealt with , including A Blizzard, multiple deaths, one tragic, the rest earned. PI Bryan is among the backup sent to help Jo , doing what he does best, coordinating with Jo to put to rest the crazies living there. Thanks TF
December 1, 2023
refreshingly different from the recent gruesome procedurals
Now I remember why I enjoy Thomas Fincham’s writing - his tales end with a glimmer of light at the end of the dark tunnel.
An FBI road trip turns into a missing agent case in a small hamlet harboring a peculiar, eventually deadly, secret.
Now I remember why I enjoy Thomas Fincham’s writing - his tales end with a glimmer of light at the end of the dark tunnel.
An FBI road trip turns into a missing agent case in a small hamlet harboring a peculiar, eventually deadly, secret.
March 1, 2024
Plans can go wrong.
Good intentions don't always make a plan to work out properly. Things mushroom out of our control. Jo works against a flawed theory which has turned deadly. Great read. My favorite so far in this series. Very enjoyable and very well planned out. Read and enjoy.
Good intentions don't always make a plan to work out properly. Things mushroom out of our control. Jo works against a flawed theory which has turned deadly. Great read. My favorite so far in this series. Very enjoyable and very well planned out. Read and enjoy.
July 9, 2023
Awesome
This is another page turn from Mr. Fincham. I could not put this book down. Agent Jo Pullinger and the other characters and environment they are in will keep your interest. Hope there is a Book 6.
This is another page turn from Mr. Fincham. I could not put this book down. Agent Jo Pullinger and the other characters and environment they are in will keep your interest. Hope there is a Book 6.
July 23, 2023
An excellent story
A great book with an excellent storyline that’ll keep you guessing who’s the bad guys and what’s going to happen next as it progresses through twists and turns, adventure and mayhem. A brilliant read and I can’t wait for the next book!
A great book with an excellent storyline that’ll keep you guessing who’s the bad guys and what’s going to happen next as it progresses through twists and turns, adventure and mayhem. A brilliant read and I can’t wait for the next book!
January 9, 2024
Binge Reading
Jo, Ford, McKinley, and Swan are facing a snowstorm and misguided cult members. Is the retired FBI agent part of the problem? Is the small town sheriff and his deputy up to the challenge?
Jo, Ford, McKinley, and Swan are facing a snowstorm and misguided cult members. Is the retired FBI agent part of the problem? Is the small town sheriff and his deputy up to the challenge?
July 8, 2024
Jo Is The Best!
Truly a minimal review:
Thomas Fincham can write!
His characters are all unique, the heroes and the villains.
The plot twists are definitely not predictable.
The only thing predictable is how entertaining his books are.
Truly a minimal review:
Thomas Fincham can write!
His characters are all unique, the heroes and the villains.
The plot twists are definitely not predictable.
The only thing predictable is how entertaining his books are.
September 9, 2024
Wild Story Line
A KILLER’S STORM is a great read but not quite as good as the earlier books. For some readers it might be the best yet but wasn’t for me. There is nothing wrong with the story it is just not my favorite.
A KILLER’S STORM is a great read but not quite as good as the earlier books. For some readers it might be the best yet but wasn’t for me. There is nothing wrong with the story it is just not my favorite.
March 14, 2025
Missing
Jo, McKinley and Swann, three FBI agents were sent to Boise Idaho to assist du.e to staff shortages. On the way a snowstorm forced them to stay in Lapse, Oregon. After spending the night they found one of the agents was missing. Chases and murders lead to an unusual end.
Jo, McKinley and Swann, three FBI agents were sent to Boise Idaho to assist du.e to staff shortages. On the way a snowstorm forced them to stay in Lapse, Oregon. After spending the night they found one of the agents was missing. Chases and murders lead to an unusual end.
August 27, 2025
This book was about what was expected from this series. The characters add to the plot and their relationships make the story more interesting. the plot moved along at a pretty good clip and the ending a bit of a surprise.
September 10, 2025
Very
Interesting!
I liked the scenery and the locals. Very descriptive. I feel as if I've seen them as I read about them.
Keep writing these trip gifs for me and I'll continue to explore this country.
Interesting!
I liked the scenery and the locals. Very descriptive. I feel as if I've seen them as I read about them.
Keep writing these trip gifs for me and I'll continue to explore this country.
September 19, 2025
Confusing
This book needs more editing. The plot was so convoluted that it was unbelievable. The grammar was so bad that it distracted me from being able to follow the plot at times.
This book needs more editing. The plot was so convoluted that it was unbelievable. The grammar was so bad that it distracted me from being able to follow the plot at times.
December 10, 2025
A killer's storm
I am up to book six now and am not disappointed. A killer's storm kept you on your toes and hard to know what was going to happen next. I would recommend this book to anyone who likes these kind of FBI stories.
I am up to book six now and am not disappointed. A killer's storm kept you on your toes and hard to know what was going to happen next. I would recommend this book to anyone who likes these kind of FBI stories.
July 12, 2023
Snow!
Two storms, one natural, one not. Thomas Fincham continues the Jo Pullinger saga with another amazing adventure. Will she prevail?
Two storms, one natural, one not. Thomas Fincham continues the Jo Pullinger saga with another amazing adventure. Will she prevail?
July 13, 2023
Nan
This book kept me on the edge of my seat. I truly enjoy fincham' s writing. Thank you for this
This book kept me on the edge of my seat. I truly enjoy fincham' s writing. Thank you for this
August 9, 2023
a killers Storm
Again another hit I couldn’t stop reading until I got to the end another surprise but I did thoroughly enjoy this yet again I have to read the next one now
Again another hit I couldn’t stop reading until I got to the end another surprise but I did thoroughly enjoy this yet again I have to read the next one now
September 23, 2023
Totally Amazing
Thomas Fincham did it again. Another great read right to the very last page! If you read just one, you’ll be hooked
Thomas Fincham did it again. Another great read right to the very last page! If you read just one, you’ll be hooked
January 22, 2024
Absolutely thrilling
This book was so non-stop thrilling that I read it one very short day. This whole series is like this. Love all the characters and storylines.
This book was so non-stop thrilling that I read it one very short day. This whole series is like this. Love all the characters and storylines.
February 13, 2024
Suspenseful
Enjoyed the twists and turns of the story. Very descriptive of snow storms and the isolation of a small town.
Enjoyed the twists and turns of the story. Very descriptive of snow storms and the isolation of a small town.
June 23, 2024
Intense
Great writing. The plot intensified as the story continued until the very end. Ready to start the next story now.
Great writing. The plot intensified as the story continued until the very end. Ready to start the next story now.
August 28, 2024
great read!!!
Each book gets better and better can’t wait to start next book. Lov the characters and following their stories. Enjoy!!
Each book gets better and better can’t wait to start next book. Lov the characters and following their stories. Enjoy!!
October 28, 2024
Great book, again. Love Jo & all the characters. On to the next adventure with Jo.
October 29, 2024
Slightly disappointed
I have read all in this series in order. I loved this one but it seemed a little farfetched. Still an entertaining read. You won't be disappointed.
I have read all in this series in order. I loved this one but it seemed a little farfetched. Still an entertaining read. You won't be disappointed.
July 12, 2025
A great story Thomas Fincham delivers exceptional suspense and brings all the characters together
August 15, 2025
Not for me
Way too far out and unbelievable. No inkling of proper FBI or Police procedures. No kidnapper would forget to latch a trapdoor!
Way too far out and unbelievable. No inkling of proper FBI or Police procedures. No kidnapper would forget to latch a trapdoor!
September 19, 2025
Lots of action and suspense in this book. Very good story.
September 22, 2025
Intertaining
The author is a good story teller and uses a lot of imagination and keep the story line and not go off on tangents like some authors do
The author is a good story teller and uses a lot of imagination and keep the story line and not go off on tangents like some authors do
April 21, 2025
Good but not my favorite
Another crazy case. This one unraveled at the conclusion with an unbelievable end to the mystery. The relationship between Jo and Ford is still the highlight, although McKinley and Swann are solid.
Another crazy case. This one unraveled at the conclusion with an unbelievable end to the mystery. The relationship between Jo and Ford is still the highlight, although McKinley and Swann are solid.
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