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Stone Cold
In the competitive world of advertising, Charles Dean is a ruthless boss driven by results. When a scandal threatens to ruin his company, he is determined to identify the culprit and handle it his way. Mara Mann has other ideas, and her own reasons for bringing him down. Then the murders of two senior corporate executives stun the Oxfordshire community.
Mara's hatred for Dean leads her into the dangerous and twisted world of Vice President, Reid Dalton, and to the discovery of a forgotten grave. As she uncovers more truths about her boss, and learns the secret he has kept hidden, she is drawn deeper into the mind of a killer and puts her own life at risk.
Mara's hatred for Dean leads her into the dangerous and twisted world of Vice President, Reid Dalton, and to the discovery of a forgotten grave. As she uncovers more truths about her boss, and learns the secret he has kept hidden, she is drawn deeper into the mind of a killer and puts her own life at risk.
320 pages, Paperback
First published March 1, 2013
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Jenny Hilborne
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San Francisco is one of my favorite places and the setting for most of my mystery/thrillers. It's diverse, exciting, and easy for a killer to move around!
NEWEST RELEASE: ONE BAD THING: 3rd in the Doucette mystery series. A body has washed ashore. As Homicide investigator Doucette hunts for evidence, he finds several suspects who all had motive and opportunity.
THE BLACKEST NIGHT: a paranormal mystery set in San Francisco and the 3rd in the Jackson series. When a wrongful conviction is overturned and an innocent man is set free, he believes his darkest days are behind him, until the night he is attacked in an alleyway.
STONE COLD: a psychological thriller. The mysterious deaths of three high-flying corporate executives stun the Oxfordshire community.
(Stone Cold is set in the beautiful English Cotswolds).
HIDE AND SEEK: Suspense: A private party takes a chilling turn when a guest disappears.
Bestselling psychological thriller, MADNESS AND MURDER: homicide cop Mac Jackson is on a collision path with a civilian in his hunt for a killer.
NO ALIBI: Suspense: Isabelle Kingsley never thought her husband would cheat; he never thought she would find out.
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http://www.amazon.com/Madness-and-Mur...
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Follow me on Bookbub:https://www.bookbub.com/profile/jenny...
Find me on Facebook and join my newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/Jenny-Hilbor...
San Francisco is one of my favorite places and the setting for most of my mystery/thrillers. It's diverse, exciting, and easy for a killer to move around!
NEWEST RELEASE: ONE BAD THING: 3rd in the Doucette mystery series. A body has washed ashore. As Homicide investigator Doucette hunts for evidence, he finds several suspects who all had motive and opportunity.
THE BLACKEST NIGHT: a paranormal mystery set in San Francisco and the 3rd in the Jackson series. When a wrongful conviction is overturned and an innocent man is set free, he believes his darkest days are behind him, until the night he is attacked in an alleyway.
STONE COLD: a psychological thriller. The mysterious deaths of three high-flying corporate executives stun the Oxfordshire community.
(Stone Cold is set in the beautiful English Cotswolds).
HIDE AND SEEK: Suspense: A private party takes a chilling turn when a guest disappears.
Bestselling psychological thriller, MADNESS AND MURDER: homicide cop Mac Jackson is on a collision path with a civilian in his hunt for a killer.
NO ALIBI: Suspense: Isabelle Kingsley never thought her husband would cheat; he never thought she would find out.
https://www.amazon.com/One-Bad-Thing-...
http://www.amazon.com/Stone-Cold-eboo...
http://www.amazon.com/Hide-Seek-Jacks...
http://www.amazon.com/Madness-and-Mur...
http://www.amazon.com/The-Blackest-Ni...
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Displaying 1 - 13 of 13 reviews
March 1, 2020
It wasn't a bad book. It was well written and the author seemed to have put some thought into what was...at least for me...a difficult plot to really grab and hold my interest. I actually found it a little depressing and filled with negativity that you just couldn't get away from. For someone that reads what I usually read...this is saying a lot. The main character is one that you know right from the start that you are either going to really love or really hate. The story also contained some really crazy unbelievable twist that were difficult to follow but were very inventive. I have read other books by this author so I know she is more than capable of turning out a really good story. Maybe this was just one of my off days...so based on previous experiences with her, I'll give her 3 stars.
June 11, 2013
This book is a complex suspense with just enough nail biting tension to keep you reading. It starts very well, and drew me in with vivid description that made me feel as if I was almost there with the characters.
There are a lot of characters, and there's a lot to get your head around in this well-crafted book. It's not a murder-mystery as such because we already know who the killer is, but the fascinating angle the author takes is the motivations of the characters. What makes them behave in this way? Is there something in their past that has them reacting like this?
Mara Mann wants revenge and she has found a way to get it, but how many lives will she put at risk if she tries to do things her own way?
Trent Oakes wants revenge, and he is determined to get it. He won't rest until the last of the guilty men are destroyed.
Charles Dean is a man who controls people with his power, but how powerful will he be when there are at least two people determined to get even? And why is he protecting Reid Dalton?
We follow Mara and Trent in their separate and parallel paths to bring down Charles Dean.
Jenny Hilborne has created a wealth of strong and believable characters in a book with an expertly plotted storyline. This would do well as a film, I think; so much of the action almost jumps off the page.
It ended on a bit of a cliffhanger, a loose ending, that although is acceptable as a way of making the reader wonder about what might happen next, does start me thinking that perhaps a series might be forthcoming in the future. There are definitely enough interesting characters for that to become a reality. Whether or not that happens, Stone Cold is a solid read, a great suspense that will take you into the sordid world of corporate corruption, BDSM, and the criminal mind.
There are a lot of characters, and there's a lot to get your head around in this well-crafted book. It's not a murder-mystery as such because we already know who the killer is, but the fascinating angle the author takes is the motivations of the characters. What makes them behave in this way? Is there something in their past that has them reacting like this?
Mara Mann wants revenge and she has found a way to get it, but how many lives will she put at risk if she tries to do things her own way?
Trent Oakes wants revenge, and he is determined to get it. He won't rest until the last of the guilty men are destroyed.
Charles Dean is a man who controls people with his power, but how powerful will he be when there are at least two people determined to get even? And why is he protecting Reid Dalton?
We follow Mara and Trent in their separate and parallel paths to bring down Charles Dean.
Jenny Hilborne has created a wealth of strong and believable characters in a book with an expertly plotted storyline. This would do well as a film, I think; so much of the action almost jumps off the page.
It ended on a bit of a cliffhanger, a loose ending, that although is acceptable as a way of making the reader wonder about what might happen next, does start me thinking that perhaps a series might be forthcoming in the future. There are definitely enough interesting characters for that to become a reality. Whether or not that happens, Stone Cold is a solid read, a great suspense that will take you into the sordid world of corporate corruption, BDSM, and the criminal mind.
October 31, 2013
Oh my goodness!!!! Stone Cold is one thrilling read. Packed full of nail biting suspense. A must read.
August 9, 2013
Stone Cold is a complex, plot-driven story of power, corruption, and deceit. Hilborne does a great job of fitting the pieces together a little at a time, allowing the story to unfold while keeping readers guessing.
There are a lot of characters, none standing out specifically as a main character. Also, I didn't particularly like most of the characters. This was due to the nature of the story, and not a fault of the author. The combination made it difficult for me to connect, since my preferences lean more toward character-driven fiction.
Overall, this is a perfect book for readers looking for a well written story with an intricate plot.
There are a lot of characters, none standing out specifically as a main character. Also, I didn't particularly like most of the characters. This was due to the nature of the story, and not a fault of the author. The combination made it difficult for me to connect, since my preferences lean more toward character-driven fiction.
Overall, this is a perfect book for readers looking for a well written story with an intricate plot.
June 21, 2013
Another brilliant book from jenny, this is a must read book.
November 3, 2016
A series of murders in the corporate environment. Nothing out of the ordinary.
March 26, 2017
Great read
This does not take twenty words to describe this book. It truly is a great read that only needs two words to adequately describe.
This does not take twenty words to describe this book. It truly is a great read that only needs two words to adequately describe.
December 18, 2017
Good book
You people should just read this book yourselves and write your own review on this novel yourself and I really enjoyed reading this book very much so. Shelley MA
You people should just read this book yourselves and write your own review on this novel yourself and I really enjoyed reading this book very much so. Shelley MA
April 8, 2020
Takes a while for the entire story to come together. A lot of pieces and people besides the police trying to solve the mystery.
May 9, 2020
Well, this was a page turner.
August 9, 2021
The story line and plot were great. Some of it I was able to figure out, but a couple twists made it a fantastic read. Well built characters!
July 22, 2013
Jenny Hilborne has a fresh mind of mystery, intrigue, and good old fashion murder. Her book did not hold back and I was enthralled with the characters from the beginning until the grand end.
Thank you Jenny for your well written work and your great dialogue that brought me deeper into the story.
I'm hopeful in getting an interview on my radio show, Broadcast Muse, with this wonderful author! Well-done...
Thank you Jenny for your well written work and your great dialogue that brought me deeper into the story.
I'm hopeful in getting an interview on my radio show, Broadcast Muse, with this wonderful author! Well-done...
August 10, 2015
Two executives who used to work for Charles Dean are murdered - is there a connection. Mara Mann, who works for Dean determines to find the truth. And what part does Vice President, Reid Dalton play.
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