Burnout

by Jeannine Kadow

When her daughter is abducted, Lacie Wagner is forced to relive the fiery tragedy that killed her father and maimed her long ago, as the kidnapper begins to stalk her while setting a series of blazes around the city. A first novel. Reprint.

Genres: Mystery

418 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published March 1, 1999

Reviews

[Sherrie Miranda · Rating 4 out of 5]

4 out of 5 stars
It kept me reading
By Sherrie Miranda on September 5, 2018
Format: Kindle Edition
I've had this book for a while. It's not what I usually read as I like to learn about other cultures and countries. But it was well written and kept you turning pages. I found the protagonist and antagonist to be over the the top though, not very realistic, same with Jack. He was a bit of a Superman.
There is one surprise that I suspected all along, but I won't give it away for those who want to read it.

[M.E. Logan · Rating 4 out of 5]

What starts out as a kidnapping evolved into a cat and mouse game with fire as the ultimate weapon. Lacie Wagner survived the fire that killed her father but not without damages. Now twenty years later she's the target of someone determined to destroy by fire first her daughter than anyone close to her. A review said if you're faint of heart skip this one. I'll add, if you're queasy about fires, pass this one by. It's genuinely disturbing. If you like tension, twists and suspense, this one will keep you up at night.

[Jenn · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was very surprised by this book. Kidnap stories usually are not my favourite thrillers. And hubby picked this one for me to read by closing his eyes and pointing. That method of choosing usually bombs. There were a few moments where I wanted this book to hurry up but for the most part it was well thought out with lots of cliffhanging moments. It was a tad predictable (and the love scene could have been gotten rid of) but an enjoyable read.

[Twistedtexas · Rating 1 out of 5]

1.5/10 - Worst read of 2017 thus far. Here are a few entertaining spoilers:

- NYC Homicide detectives do not bother checking a major suspect's alibi in a child murder
- NYC Homicide detectives do not know about the Recycle Bin on computers
- NYC Homicide detectives do not have the remains of a child murder victim tested to confirm the victim's identity
- NYC Homicide detectives give up and close the case on an unsolved child murder if they do not generate a lead in three weeks


And in conclusion...
"Goddamn you. Who are you? God fucking damn you. Why me? Why me, you son of a bitch!"

[Lalwende · Rating 2 out of 5]

2 stars because of 2 funny sentences.

The rest of the book is pretty bad. A decent amount of suspense at first, but the author pretty quickly slips from suspenseful to silly in her increasingly ridiculous attempts to make the bad guy feel scary.

I was also not convinced that the MC's ex-husband was indeed a good father to their daughter when he's apparently incapable of keeping himself from sleeping around with younger and younger women. The story starts with his latest girlfriend being only 19 and him insisting that his 13 y/o daughter is "not a child". Creepy.

[Mark Giordano · Rating 5 out of 5]

I almost put this book down early because of the story content but I decided to continue on. I’m glad I did. While the story line is a very difficult one for a parent this turned out to be a really good read with one of the most sinister villains I’ve come across. Really had difficulties putting this down and highly recommended.

[Kimberly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent.

[Nancy Abruzzini · Rating 5 out of 5]

lots of twists and turns. kept me on my toes for sure.

[Dara S. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lacy, a news anchor was burned in a car accident that killed her father. She still has dreams of this unknown voice. Suddenly, Lacy's daughter disappears and Lacy begins to get phone calls with the same voice taunting her. Lacy must find the man who has her daughter.

[Lissette · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm reading Burnout right now and it kinda scares me from time to time, yet I can't seem to put it down. I highly recommend it if you're into the murder-mystery stuff.

[Keri · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of those books that you can't put down until the end!!!

[Katie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lacie Wagner is a up and coming news anchor and single mom who lived through a terrible event in her childhood. The nightmares that have plagued her since that day seem to be coming to life.

[Betsy · Rating 4 out of 5]

I kept pushing this book to the back of the pile. Wish I did not wait so long to read. Excellent book. Too bad the synopsis does not do it justice. Will seek out more by author. 4 stars

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