SOFIA SIMMS BOOKS 1-5: A Collection of Five Gripping Crime Thrillers

by Nora Kane

In a haunting journey of justice and redemption, Sofia, a former FBI agent burdened by a catastrophic mistake, returns to her hometown as a private investigator.

But when her long-lost brother's body resurfaces, implicating her ex-boyfriend Wesley, Sofia refuses to believe he is guilty. Desperate to clear Wesley's name and overcome her lingering feelings for him, Sofia embarks on a quest for the truth.
In a heart-pounding race against time, Sofia must unravel the tangled threads of her brother's mysterious murder, and With each step, she inches closer to a sinister truth that could shatter her world.

Will Sofia unearth the evidence she needs to exonerate Wesley and expose the real killer? Can she navigate the treacherous path of her own emotions and confront the haunting mistakes of her past?

The clock is ticking, and failure is not an option.

Prepare to be on the edge of your seat while navigating through a masterfully woven tale of suspense, high-stakes danger, and a touch of romance, in this gripping thriller.

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505 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 6, 2023

About the author

Nora Kane writes fast-paced FBI thrillers and crime mysteries that keep readers turning pages late into the night. Her newest series, the Lindsay Lane FBI Thriller, begins with Not Quite the Enemy and continues with titles like Not Quite the Truth and Not Quite the Score. All of her books are available in Kindle Unlimited.

She’s also known for her long-running Margot Harris and Jade Pearson mystery series, as well as shorter trilogies. Across them all, you’ll find unexpected twists, high-stakes investigations, and heroines who never back down. If you enjoy thrillers that keep you guessing until the very last page, you’ll feel right at home in her stories.

A lifelong mystery fan inspired by Nancy Drew and Agatha Christie, Nora lives in Pennsylvania with her family. She starts her days with Bulletproof Coffee, winds down with a glass of Malbec, and finds new story ideas whenever she’s traveling or swapping tales with strangers.

She’s never met a bookstore she didn’t want to explore—or a plot twist she didn’t want to write.

Reviews

[Cornel Diaconu · Rating 4 out of 5]

Quite a lot of action, and some surorise bits at each separate books ending. But I barely could give these 4 stars, though.
This former FBI agent do not give a very good impression, so either she was not a top agent, or she lost some skills after resignation from the bureau. The sparking incident that led to her resignation do not give a good impression about her.
But in the end, things get solved, the killer of her brother arrested.
Sadly, Sofia is no match to Margot Harris from those series with her name on them.

[Barbara Brown · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was ok

[Tony Sommer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic

I loved every page in this series. It is actually a continuing story with a brief stop as she solves another case. I couldn’t put it down when started it and highly recommend this series to anyone who enjoys crime stories.

[Eirlys · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good read

Ex FBI agent, Sophia, returned to her hometown, working as a PI. Her brother, Cameron, had disappeared twenty years previously. The five books follow her search for answers, as well as the other cases she undertakes. There are a range of characters, well crafted and authentic. I cared about the characters and shared their emotions.

[Jean Roehrs · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sofia Sims, former FBI agent and current PI, returns to her hometown after several years away. It's a sad reunion as she is still grieving that her 18 year-old brother disappeared 20 years ago. While solving cases of murder, insurance fraud, and spousal abuse, her brother's body is uncovered, and her high school sweetheart is charged with his murder. Sofia will stop at nothing to discover the identity of the real killer, including almost getting herself killed. All the stories are intertwined with some characters playing major parts. So many twists and turns and false leads. I couldn't stop until I had read the entire book as I needed to know who the bad guy was and how Sofia was going to find him. Jean ARC Team

[Merry Chapman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sophia a former FBI agent who made a big mistake in her job led her back to her hometown and opening a PI business. Still trying to find the truth of her missing brother who has been missing for 20 years throughout the books, while she finds many mysteries she solves along the way, while digging up the mystery of her missing brother whose body has turned up. Now she is set to find out who murdered him, why and what did it all mean before she becomes a casualty as well. This is a fantastic page turning series that keeps you reading. I really like this series and Sophia is a great character well written and likeable. I received and ARC of these book but the opinions expressed here are strictly my own.

[Kenneth Lingenfelter · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sofia Simms is a former FBI agent that comes home to work at a PI firm. The local police department, where her ex-boyfriend, Wesley, works, asks her to look into a murder of a beauty pageant contestant. The next cold case is of a 30-year-old kidnapping. The next case is of a controlling husband and two people missing. Another case is of a man dying on his wedding night. Sofia's brother's body is found, and evidence points to Wesley. In trying to prove Wesley's innocence, Sofia gets kidnapped. This novel with the series of cases was hard to put down. I did not want to stop reading.

[Linda Barr · Rating 5 out of 5]

A new collections of crime stories

This a new crime fighter by Nora Kane. Sofia Simms is a former FBI agent who returned home to become a PI. She starts by doing cold cases for the police department. In each book she has to work with her best friend/boyfriend. one of her cases is a missing woman, in solving his she finds out about her missing brother. Each book tells more about what happened to him and who gets charged for his murder. Can she clear Wesley, a cop and her friend. This a great set of stories by Nora Kane that keep you wanting to find out more.

[Lance Yonkers · Rating 5 out of 5]

The books started out slow until the character had some depth. Sophie is a good investigator, that has secrets. Going home after a failed mission with the FBI in which she resigned.
She is a very bulldog like when it comes to investigation. She will keep digging until she gets to the truth.
Highly recomend this book. If you have not descovered Nora Kane. She is a great writer who tells a good story who keeps you involved and interested through all the twist and turns.
Thank you for another great story.

[Sharmani Jayaram · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sofia a former FBI agent returns to her hometown as a private Investigator as she was burdened by a terrible mistake in the past. When her brothers body resurfaces and her ex-boyfriend is the main suspect she is desperate to clear his name as she feels he is not guilty. This leads to a dangerous path of suspense and danger. Nail biting stories which keeps you at the edge of your seat . I am on the ARC team and leave a honest review. I recommend this boxset to other readers .

[Dianne Hall · Rating 5 out of 5]

Powerful, gripping mystery series.

Nora Kane has nailed it again with another powerful, gripping mystery series. This one is a cleverly intertwined series of five independent mysteries that powerfully build into a single overarching mystery. I loved the characters, the plot and the relationships that developed in this phenomenal series. One of the best series I've ever read.

I read this series as part of an advance reader team and am providing my honest opinion.

[Fred Masek · Rating 5 out of 5]

Although each book has a mystery to solve, the overall theme is Who killed Sofia’s brother. The characters are described well and the intensity grows as the stories progress. The last book was a super page turner. A well written story I enjoyed.
My favorite part was a simple but meaningful sentence; “He chose family, he chose life, and to have hope for the future against all odds.”
I received a free copy and am writing this honest review voluntarily.

[Jane litherland · Rating 5 out of 5]

Gripping , thriller reads. Sofia goes back to her hometown and sets up as a PI , she’s called in to investigate dead and cold cases ( excuse the puns) as well as kidnapping . Action packed suspense angst . Nora has surpassed herself with these gems . Very well written with great characters and plots
I read an arc and my review is voluntary

[Kelly A. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow, Wow, Wow, Wow, Wow - One For Each Story

5 Intriguing novelette mysteries that will keep you guessing with an overall arcing mystery of what happened to Cameron Simms, Sofia's missing brother. Each story ends with a new tidbit about Cameron that will keep you quickly moving on to the next short story. I highly recommend this wonderful series of 5 short stories in one collection.

[Beverly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nothing like binge reading a good set of mysteries. Lies buried under lies and coverups. This was a twisted path to the truth, and it was a struggle to get people to tell the truth to help save Wes, which I found frustrating. Loads of drama and suspense.

[Christmas Angel · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you have read any Nora Kane book you already know how well she develops characters and plots. These books are no exception and will hold your attention tightly. Excellent stories.
Highly Recommended.

[Barbara Kaake · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a great story about Sofia solving crimes and also trying to find out what happen to her brother. This book had lots of suspense and action and I am looking forward to more stories about Sofia. Thank you Nora.

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[Karen Hicks · Rating 5 out of 5]

I could not put this book down. The characters are realistic and the mysteries are interesting. I was given this book free for my honest opinion.

[Tg · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is another great new crime mystery thriller series from Nora Kane, and you’re going to love the Sofia Simms character, who is a no doubt about it super star. This is a terrifically compelling series. I can’t wait to finish the next three books in the box set, but I had to tell you how excellent it is so far. It was entertaining, and at times full of tension and/or intrigue. The great thing about a boxed set like this in that you don’t need to wait to start the next book in the series. So get your copy now and get set for a thrilling ride and excellent mystery.

[David Blackett · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent series.

[Fran · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read!

I love detective books! Sofia Simms will take you on a great ride! It is also a story with a lot of heart! I enjoyed all the twists and turns!

[Dorothy Manson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book you just can not put down.

What can I say, one of the best mysteries I have read in a long time, this book will keep you guessing who did it. Can not wait for more.

[Karen L. Hicks · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great mystery. Loved it I was given this book free for an honest review

[James Caswell · Rating 5 out of 5]

GREAT BOOK WELL WRITTEN WITH A STORYLINE TO KEEP YOU TURNING PAGES TILL THE END. THE CHARACTERS ARE LIKABLE AND WELL-WRITTEN. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK AND LOOK FORWARD TO THE NEXT BOOK

[Susan · Rating 4 out of 5]

An enjoyable series that I feel should be read together as the story continues seamlessly from one book to the next. It’s more like going on to the next chapter and otherwise would be more like a cliff hanger. I thought Gunner’s character could have been developed more to add even more interest to the story.