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Ill Conceived
A Haunting Past
Grandma Louise hears a scream in the middle of the night. When no one else does, the police dismiss it as an old woman’s ravings. Aimee Brent, an ambitious, dedicated reporter for the North Shore Carrier, the Lake Tahoe newspaper, sets out to prove Grandma right. In so doing, she’s forced to face her past, a past filled with so much darkness that it threatens her very existence and leads her down a twisted, dangerous road from which she may never return.
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In LC Hayden's latest female sleuth novel, ILL Conceived, the past and present converge as Aimee Brent tries to solve the murder of young Lauri Evans and comes smack up against the secret of her own mother's brutal death. The surprise ending is a shocker. Great suspense and mystery!
Mike Befeler, author of The V V Agency and Care Homes Are Murder
This book makes a great collection to the romance mystery series that feature women sleuths. Thoroughly enjoyed reading it. Recommend this journalism mystery for anyone who wants to escape for a weekend.
Rosemary Staley, Indiana
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Grandma Louise hears a scream in the middle of the night. When no one else does, the police dismiss it as an old woman’s ravings. Aimee Brent, an ambitious, dedicated reporter for the North Shore Carrier, the Lake Tahoe newspaper, sets out to prove Grandma right. In so doing, she’s forced to face her past, a past filled with so much darkness that it threatens her very existence and leads her down a twisted, dangerous road from which she may never return.
Scroll to the top of the page and click “Buy Now” button.
In LC Hayden's latest female sleuth novel, ILL Conceived, the past and present converge as Aimee Brent tries to solve the murder of young Lauri Evans and comes smack up against the secret of her own mother's brutal death. The surprise ending is a shocker. Great suspense and mystery!
Mike Befeler, author of The V V Agency and Care Homes Are Murder
This book makes a great collection to the romance mystery series that feature women sleuths. Thoroughly enjoyed reading it. Recommend this journalism mystery for anyone who wants to escape for a weekend.
Rosemary Staley, Indiana
Scroll to the top of the page for this paperback books mystery. Click on the “Buy Now” button. You won’t regret it. Guaranteed!
- GenresMystery
363 pages, Paperback
First published August 15, 2013
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About the author
L.C. Hayden
29 books56 followersAward-winning and bestselling author L. C. Hayden is the creator of the popular Harry Bronson Thriller series, the Aimee Brent Mystery series, and several standalones. Hayden is known in the mystery field for her edge-of-the-seat suspense and her surprise endings. Her mysteries have hit the Kindle, the B&N, and the Pennsylvania Top Seller Lists. The books have been finalists for the Agatha Award, the LCC Awards, the Silver Falchion Awards, the Readers’ Choice Award, and others.
Her nonfiction angel/miracle series consists of spiritually uplifting books that leave the reader wanting more. They are international best sellers.
Hayden’s other works include children’s picture books, a paranormal mystery, a guide for aspiring authors, a young adult inspirational novelette, and others.
Besides being an accomplished author, Hayden is a popular speaker who is often in demand. She has done workshops and school presentations, has spoken to clubs and organizations, and was hired by several major cruise lines to speak while cruising all over the world. From October 2006 to October 2007, Hayden hosted Mystery Writers of America’s only talk show, Murder Must Air.
Check out Hayden’s books at tinyurl.com/LCHaydenbooks and befriend her on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...
Her nonfiction angel/miracle series consists of spiritually uplifting books that leave the reader wanting more. They are international best sellers.
Hayden’s other works include children’s picture books, a paranormal mystery, a guide for aspiring authors, a young adult inspirational novelette, and others.
Besides being an accomplished author, Hayden is a popular speaker who is often in demand. She has done workshops and school presentations, has spoken to clubs and organizations, and was hired by several major cruise lines to speak while cruising all over the world. From October 2006 to October 2007, Hayden hosted Mystery Writers of America’s only talk show, Murder Must Air.
Check out Hayden’s books at tinyurl.com/LCHaydenbooks and befriend her on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...
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April 28, 2021
What A Wonderful Thrill Ride This Book Is!!!!!!
I absolutely loved this book!!!! L. C. Hayden really does a WONDERFUL job with her characters!! Once I started reading I was on the edge of my seat and I just couldn't stop reading!! Aimee Brent is a great example of a young newspaper reporter looking for "THE" story to give her career a boost that would put her into the "big" League's of journalism. This book really was a mystery that kept me guessing from start to finish!!! It was a fantastic "thriller" and I thoroughly enjoyed it, and I really recommend it to everyone who loves a fast moving and very well written and mysterious thriller! Aimee Brent is now one of my favorite characters and I really can't wait to see what she's going to do next!! I am really looking forward to more in the Aimee Brent series!!! L. C. Hayden is a great author and I certainly can't wait to read more of her books!!!!
I absolutely loved this book!!!! L. C. Hayden really does a WONDERFUL job with her characters!! Once I started reading I was on the edge of my seat and I just couldn't stop reading!! Aimee Brent is a great example of a young newspaper reporter looking for "THE" story to give her career a boost that would put her into the "big" League's of journalism. This book really was a mystery that kept me guessing from start to finish!!! It was a fantastic "thriller" and I thoroughly enjoyed it, and I really recommend it to everyone who loves a fast moving and very well written and mysterious thriller! Aimee Brent is now one of my favorite characters and I really can't wait to see what she's going to do next!! I am really looking forward to more in the Aimee Brent series!!! L. C. Hayden is a great author and I certainly can't wait to read more of her books!!!!
April 6, 2023
LC Hayden – Aimee Brent Bk 1 – ILL Conceived
When the past invades the future, the results could spell a disastrous ending!
A young girl goes missing, but no one is sure whether she has run away again or not. A local woman, called Grandma Louise, reports she heard a scream that night. No matter what anyone else thinks, Aimee Brent, a reporter for the North Shore Carrier, decides to check it out and try to solve the mystery. Aimee was unaware then, but her past was about to catch up with her! Aimee was seven when both her father and mother were killed. For years now, she had blocked out both incidents. The only trouble was this recurring dream threatening to push her over the edge. Over the years, though, she has learned to control the devastation that it brings to mind. But now she is on a path that might change all that, and the story begins…
What did I like? This book was a highly intense storyline that kept my mind so involved that I read all night, which was good because I have been having trouble reading and keeping my mind on the book. I can tell you I absolutely did not have that problem with this book. From page one, I WAS HOOKED!
What will you like? Exciting characters, a little romance, an extreme storyline, mystery abound, and a shocking ending! It’s a small town, and everyone knows everyone, and their business, so prepare yourself to be surprised and keep a few tissues at hand. Aimee takes us on a nightmare of a journey, and it will be shocking where it ends up!
• ASIN: B00ELR06PC
• Publisher: Angel's Trumpet Press
• Publication Date: 8/15/2013
• File Size: 3741 KB
• Print Length: 366 pages
• Genre: Mystery Romance, Women Sleuths,
When the past invades the future, the results could spell a disastrous ending!
A young girl goes missing, but no one is sure whether she has run away again or not. A local woman, called Grandma Louise, reports she heard a scream that night. No matter what anyone else thinks, Aimee Brent, a reporter for the North Shore Carrier, decides to check it out and try to solve the mystery. Aimee was unaware then, but her past was about to catch up with her! Aimee was seven when both her father and mother were killed. For years now, she had blocked out both incidents. The only trouble was this recurring dream threatening to push her over the edge. Over the years, though, she has learned to control the devastation that it brings to mind. But now she is on a path that might change all that, and the story begins…
What did I like? This book was a highly intense storyline that kept my mind so involved that I read all night, which was good because I have been having trouble reading and keeping my mind on the book. I can tell you I absolutely did not have that problem with this book. From page one, I WAS HOOKED!
What will you like? Exciting characters, a little romance, an extreme storyline, mystery abound, and a shocking ending! It’s a small town, and everyone knows everyone, and their business, so prepare yourself to be surprised and keep a few tissues at hand. Aimee takes us on a nightmare of a journey, and it will be shocking where it ends up!
• ASIN: B00ELR06PC
• Publisher: Angel's Trumpet Press
• Publication Date: 8/15/2013
• File Size: 3741 KB
• Print Length: 366 pages
• Genre: Mystery Romance, Women Sleuths,
September 1, 2023
This is one of those quick, read in a day type of books. While I did enjoy the suspense of the story, it was obvious halfway through the story who the “bad guy” was. There was one surprise at the end, however. I didn’t think the characters were developed enough, and the writer also repeats a lot of phrases. Overall, it was a decent read, and I’d be willing to give another Aimee Brent novel a chance.
February 15, 2019
Was looking for a murder mystery & got a romance novel with a murder tossed in. Meh.
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March 11, 2017Miniseries: An Aimee Brent Mystery
October 6, 2014
Amiee Brent is a news reporter who initially was writing about runaway girls. She set out to to try and find Lauri Evans, a young girl who had a history of running away. She then discovers that Lauri has been brutally murdered. Lauri's murder brings a flash back to 18 years ago when Amiee's mother was murdered by the man with the evil eyes. Will Aimee be able to solve Lauri's murder before she herself becomes a victim. Lc Hayden's book has numerous twists and turns and just when you think you have the murder solved, some additional evidence turns up. Recommend this book and look forward to reading the next one in the series.
February 27, 2014
My first LC Hayden novel. It was so good. I can't wait for another Aimee Brent mystery.
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September 30, 2014Solid mystery, probably could have had one less subplot, but still a very enjoyable read.
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