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The Sister
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The Sister is a fast-paced epic story. Suspenseful, and thrilling, it is a mystery that unravels over time, following the lives of a group of seemingly unconnected people, as they struggle to bring an unusually talented serial killer to justice.
CORNWALL, ENGLAND. In the summer of love, 1967, two children witness a murder. One, a seven-year old boy, views it from fifty yards - the other, a young Irish girl, from miles away...
LONDON, 2006. With retirement looming, DCI John F Kennedy reopens the only unresolved case in his career, the disappearance of a young nurse, Kathy, twenty-three years earlier. The broadcast appeal for information on the missing teenage runaway, Eilise; is followed by a cold-case reconstruction of Kathy's last known movements. A new witness comes forward, and Kennedy - now set on the trail of a serial killer - unwittingly sparks a sequence of events that lead back to himself, threatening his own, very private existence.
As the investigation unfolds, it becomes apparent that the murderer is no ordinary adversary. Resourceful and cunning, he has been operating undetected for over forty years, and it seems that only the original witnesses from 1967 can stop him.
But they have yet to meet...
The Sister is much more than just an ordinary thriller. It is the story of a lifetime...The book is a two part pilot episode with resolution, but left open to a series of planned spin-off self-contained episodes involving a selection of characters from the original story, the first of which is due for release in late spring.
The Sister is a fast-paced epic story. Suspenseful, and thrilling, it is a mystery that unravels over time, following the lives of a group of seemingly unconnected people, as they struggle to bring an unusually talented serial killer to justice.
CORNWALL, ENGLAND. In the summer of love, 1967, two children witness a murder. One, a seven-year old boy, views it from fifty yards - the other, a young Irish girl, from miles away...
LONDON, 2006. With retirement looming, DCI John F Kennedy reopens the only unresolved case in his career, the disappearance of a young nurse, Kathy, twenty-three years earlier. The broadcast appeal for information on the missing teenage runaway, Eilise; is followed by a cold-case reconstruction of Kathy's last known movements. A new witness comes forward, and Kennedy - now set on the trail of a serial killer - unwittingly sparks a sequence of events that lead back to himself, threatening his own, very private existence.
As the investigation unfolds, it becomes apparent that the murderer is no ordinary adversary. Resourceful and cunning, he has been operating undetected for over forty years, and it seems that only the original witnesses from 1967 can stop him.
But they have yet to meet...
The Sister is much more than just an ordinary thriller. It is the story of a lifetime...The book is a two part pilot episode with resolution, but left open to a series of planned spin-off self-contained episodes involving a selection of characters from the original story, the first of which is due for release in late spring.
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First published November 21, 2013
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About the author
Max China
29 books159 followersMax China is a British author known for crafting gripping tales that blur the line between psychological suspense, crime, and the supernatural. His stories pull readers into intricate plots and richly drawn characters, peeling back the layers of human nature’s darker side while grounding them in sharp realism.
His debut novel, The Sister, earned critical acclaim for its taut narrative and haunting atmosphere, marking him as a master of suspense. Max’s works explore themes of resilience, morality, and the weight of past decisions, delivering stories that linger long after the final page.
With titles like The Night of the Mosquito and The Crane Wife, Max weaves multi-layered narratives that keep readers guessing until the very end. His evocative prose and immersive settings transport readers into worlds that feel both vivid and unsettling.
When not at his desk, Max finds inspiration wandering the British countryside, where history and nature provide fertile ground for his imagination. A storyteller at heart, he strives to create books that challenge, captivate, and resonate deeply with his audience.
Writing from his home in the UK, Max China is hard at work on his next highly anticipated novel.
His debut novel, The Sister, earned critical acclaim for its taut narrative and haunting atmosphere, marking him as a master of suspense. Max’s works explore themes of resilience, morality, and the weight of past decisions, delivering stories that linger long after the final page.
With titles like The Night of the Mosquito and The Crane Wife, Max weaves multi-layered narratives that keep readers guessing until the very end. His evocative prose and immersive settings transport readers into worlds that feel both vivid and unsettling.
When not at his desk, Max finds inspiration wandering the British countryside, where history and nature provide fertile ground for his imagination. A storyteller at heart, he strives to create books that challenge, captivate, and resonate deeply with his audience.
Writing from his home in the UK, Max China is hard at work on his next highly anticipated novel.
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February 12, 2014
This is a huge novel and not due to the author dragging it out or over-describing things. It's set over decades and all over the world. If I had to choose one genre for it, I would find it impossible. The characters' lives intertwine, twist and turn, drawing in how past experiences develop people and their futures. It's psychological, paranormal, historical, crime, mystery and more – all rolled into one big story.
It's very well written and, although it is a long book, the pace is perfect. It jumps back and forth in time and place with ease. The timing is spot on, as each part takes you somewhere else of relevance, but leaves you hanging to get back to the other parts of the story. Then it comes together and all makes sense.
There is so much more to this book than the title or the pitch suggest. You'll have to read it to believe me. I wouldn't know where to start with reviewing and writing about the storyline. It would be a book in itself.
Well worth your money.
It's very well written and, although it is a long book, the pace is perfect. It jumps back and forth in time and place with ease. The timing is spot on, as each part takes you somewhere else of relevance, but leaves you hanging to get back to the other parts of the story. Then it comes together and all makes sense.
There is so much more to this book than the title or the pitch suggest. You'll have to read it to believe me. I wouldn't know where to start with reviewing and writing about the storyline. It would be a book in itself.
Well worth your money.
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December 11, 2013
What did I think? I'm not a big fan of crime thrillers, but The Sister was a gripping read. It had everything. A truly creepy serial killer, cleverly shown in short cinematic bursts, akin to 'now you see me now you don't'. All a reader knows about him for the outset, is his gender. Cunning, ruthless, and highly intelligent, he is a monster in human form, one the police need to find in a hurry, once he finally comes to their attention.
The plot is an intricate one, with many shifts and twists you won't expect, so be ready to be kept on your toes, because you won't be able to second guess what comes next as you read chapter after chapter. The author elicits gammut of emotions from a reader with his insightful portrayal of the many characters whose lives have been sundered, as DI Kennedy goes in pursuit to apprehend this felon.
I suppose I could just have said: I thoroughly enjoyed The Sister, and can't wait to read the next book promised by this author, but I felt I had to say more, as I highly recommend it.
The plot is an intricate one, with many shifts and twists you won't expect, so be ready to be kept on your toes, because you won't be able to second guess what comes next as you read chapter after chapter. The author elicits gammut of emotions from a reader with his insightful portrayal of the many characters whose lives have been sundered, as DI Kennedy goes in pursuit to apprehend this felon.
I suppose I could just have said: I thoroughly enjoyed The Sister, and can't wait to read the next book promised by this author, but I felt I had to say more, as I highly recommend it.
February 3, 2014
I don't think I've read many books that have had this number of intersecting stories. It really is an epic tale. I confess I found it quite hard to get into at the start as the threads seemed very diverse. However once I did get into it I was hooked. At over 500 pages it is not a quick read (for most) and I wondered at times whether reducing the number of threads and themes might have made for a sharper read and another book or two.
The basic story is of a murder and murderer in the 1960s and the current day consequences for those directly and indirectly involved. It does have quite a strong paranormal theme too. The ending was not the strongest aspect of the book. I could be picky about this story however in the end it was one of those rare books that I did not want to put down nor did I want it to end! Maybe 4.5 star but very good and I'd definitely read another by this author.
The basic story is of a murder and murderer in the 1960s and the current day consequences for those directly and indirectly involved. It does have quite a strong paranormal theme too. The ending was not the strongest aspect of the book. I could be picky about this story however in the end it was one of those rare books that I did not want to put down nor did I want it to end! Maybe 4.5 star but very good and I'd definitely read another by this author.
December 16, 2013
This is a gripping tale about a serial killer, his victims, both dead and alive, and the people trying to hunt him down.
The author does a brilliant job of connecting the numerous characters, building an intricate, complicated web with infinite patience.
This book doesn't really qualify as a bed-time read - you'd better be awake and concentrating if you attempt it. The author will lead you through various lives, switching between the past and the present, subtly casting out thread after thread.
In the end, Max ties up every single thread, which, given the multitude of them, speaks of exceptional skill.
There's a bit of editing left to do, but not so much that it would distract from the quality of the book.
The author does a brilliant job of connecting the numerous characters, building an intricate, complicated web with infinite patience.
This book doesn't really qualify as a bed-time read - you'd better be awake and concentrating if you attempt it. The author will lead you through various lives, switching between the past and the present, subtly casting out thread after thread.
In the end, Max ties up every single thread, which, given the multitude of them, speaks of exceptional skill.
There's a bit of editing left to do, but not so much that it would distract from the quality of the book.
June 22, 2014
This is a long novel but at no point does it drag because there is so much happening all the time. At the start I did get a little confused because we are introduced to many different characters and storylines quickly. However it’s not long before the threads start coming together as this thriller twists and turns its way through the story skilfully directed by China.
I hugely enjoyed China’s writing which flows seamlessly with beautiful descriptions and I’m incredibly impressed by his ability to hold such a complex story together. Pleased to see there is another novel on the way I shall definitely be reading more of this authors work.
I hugely enjoyed China’s writing which flows seamlessly with beautiful descriptions and I’m incredibly impressed by his ability to hold such a complex story together. Pleased to see there is another novel on the way I shall definitely be reading more of this authors work.
September 29, 2017
Wow, just wow.
Whatever I thought this book might be about, it wasn't. You cannot begin to give a synopsis. This was an epic story that had a massive cast of characters, covered decades and a range of countries. It doesn't neatly fit into a genre but has elements of a mystery, serial killer thriller and paranormal suspense. And I don't read paranormal stories (luckily I didn't know in advance) but it wasn't creepy paranormal at all.
I guess the serial killer character and actions tie much of it together but there was a lot of other activity as well. As a reader you had to really concentrate to keep all the threads of this story under control but it was worth it. Full credit to the author for devising such a fiendishly complex (and long) book and pulling it off. Just short of the halfway mark I really did wonder how all these characters could possibly tie together and where the story was going and wasn't the sister supposed to be the point of it all and where was the rest of her story?? Needless to say we got there in the end. But some might still wonder exactly where 'there' actually is!
Some reviewers had problems with the editing. I didn't even notice any errors as I was so engrossed. This was nothing like any other book I have read. What more can I say, I just loved it. I loved the complexity, I loved the epic proportions of the story, I loved the characters and I loved the sheer badness of the villain.
If you're looking for a light read to pass some time this is probably not the book for you. But if you want to read something quite different and challenge yourself - you could do a lot worse than pick up Max China's The Sister.
Whatever I thought this book might be about, it wasn't. You cannot begin to give a synopsis. This was an epic story that had a massive cast of characters, covered decades and a range of countries. It doesn't neatly fit into a genre but has elements of a mystery, serial killer thriller and paranormal suspense. And I don't read paranormal stories (luckily I didn't know in advance) but it wasn't creepy paranormal at all.
I guess the serial killer character and actions tie much of it together but there was a lot of other activity as well. As a reader you had to really concentrate to keep all the threads of this story under control but it was worth it. Full credit to the author for devising such a fiendishly complex (and long) book and pulling it off. Just short of the halfway mark I really did wonder how all these characters could possibly tie together and where the story was going and wasn't the sister supposed to be the point of it all and where was the rest of her story?? Needless to say we got there in the end. But some might still wonder exactly where 'there' actually is!
Some reviewers had problems with the editing. I didn't even notice any errors as I was so engrossed. This was nothing like any other book I have read. What more can I say, I just loved it. I loved the complexity, I loved the epic proportions of the story, I loved the characters and I loved the sheer badness of the villain.
If you're looking for a light read to pass some time this is probably not the book for you. But if you want to read something quite different and challenge yourself - you could do a lot worse than pick up Max China's The Sister.
January 17, 2020
Probably more like 3.5 Stars..
Firstly, I want to say don't be dissuaded by me. This book simply could have just not been for me, or maybe it was just beyond my comprehension. With that said...
I could not get into the writing style at all. When Max China said non-linear, he meant non-linear. It's almost like a mash-up of the movie Crash with Dean Koontz Odd Thomas, but with the Irish murder mystery of Brian O'Hare. I didn't know where to look!! The plot didn't really gain momentum until about 50% the way through, and then it would just change up again. As for the Sister, she's mentioned early in the book, like the first third of the book, but then she doesn't really reappear until well after the 50% mark. The one consistency is the murderer.
As I write this, I have changed my 3 stars to 4. I've come to realize something.... even though I stayed sooooo confused for so much of the book, China absolutely did deliver on suspense, action, mystery, psychological twists and turns, and I was addicted as promised. I read on trying to puzzle out where the story was going, what was going to happen to the Sister, Milowski, Penny, Dr. Ryan..... and I loved the fact the story became so Miller-centric. I do still think there are too many characters, but oh well. I also applaud China's ability to weave all those character's stories back together. Makes me dizzy thinking about it! I am definitely invested enough in these characters to want to read on and find out what happens to them. Especially since I feel like so many of the story lines were left as cliffhangers (or maybe open-ended for spin-offs?). We shall see if I do any better with any more non-linear stories first.
Firstly, I want to say don't be dissuaded by me. This book simply could have just not been for me, or maybe it was just beyond my comprehension. With that said...
I could not get into the writing style at all. When Max China said non-linear, he meant non-linear. It's almost like a mash-up of the movie Crash with Dean Koontz Odd Thomas, but with the Irish murder mystery of Brian O'Hare. I didn't know where to look!! The plot didn't really gain momentum until about 50% the way through, and then it would just change up again. As for the Sister, she's mentioned early in the book, like the first third of the book, but then she doesn't really reappear until well after the 50% mark. The one consistency is the murderer.
As I write this, I have changed my 3 stars to 4. I've come to realize something.... even though I stayed sooooo confused for so much of the book, China absolutely did deliver on suspense, action, mystery, psychological twists and turns, and I was addicted as promised. I read on trying to puzzle out where the story was going, what was going to happen to the Sister, Milowski, Penny, Dr. Ryan..... and I loved the fact the story became so Miller-centric. I do still think there are too many characters, but oh well. I also applaud China's ability to weave all those character's stories back together. Makes me dizzy thinking about it! I am definitely invested enough in these characters to want to read on and find out what happens to them. Especially since I feel like so many of the story lines were left as cliffhangers (or maybe open-ended for spin-offs?). We shall see if I do any better with any more non-linear stories first.
February 8, 2017
I'd read less than 30 pages and already spotted 14 mistakes so there's no way I can read 500+ pages with a mistake on every other page.
A shame, it sounded interesting and I was managing OK with keeping track of characters introduced, since a lot of reviewers mentioned it got a bit confusing.
But lover's nest, arms length, Hells Angel, Angels face, etc......all with no apostrophes or misused ones"...drew him out sleep" lost of and "...would not allow that happen" lost to. There was an overuse of the word sulphur as well !!
Vera was 13 in 1969 and was still 13 two years' later !! Vera's aunt was a Flynn yet a widow and Vera's dad was HER brother so she shouldn't have been a Flynn at all nowadays.
It is all too careless and I just ended up irritated by it.
A shame, it sounded interesting and I was managing OK with keeping track of characters introduced, since a lot of reviewers mentioned it got a bit confusing.
But lover's nest, arms length, Hells Angel, Angels face, etc......all with no apostrophes or misused ones"...drew him out sleep" lost of and "...would not allow that happen" lost to. There was an overuse of the word sulphur as well !!
Vera was 13 in 1969 and was still 13 two years' later !! Vera's aunt was a Flynn yet a widow and Vera's dad was HER brother so she shouldn't have been a Flynn at all nowadays.
It is all too careless and I just ended up irritated by it.
March 25, 2019
Wow
Ok, definitely a 5 star read, had me sucked in all the way. All the way through I kept thinking, is this 3 different stories of 1 with intertwining characters. It is so well written that even though it seems in places to have completely shifted to another story that when an intertwining character pops up, it's like BAM!! I loved all those 'Wow' moments. And THAT is what makes a 5 star read
Ok, definitely a 5 star read, had me sucked in all the way. All the way through I kept thinking, is this 3 different stories of 1 with intertwining characters. It is so well written that even though it seems in places to have completely shifted to another story that when an intertwining character pops up, it's like BAM!! I loved all those 'Wow' moments. And THAT is what makes a 5 star read
July 9, 2016
Sometimes I'm a terrible reader - racing through books, hunting for the meat & potatoes of it. Chasing that action! As a writer, you'd think I would do better; savor the written word and miss nothing. Not so! *slaps hand* So it was - especially as I came to realize how large this novel was - that I struggled to follow along. You see, true to his word the author didn't care to explain what was happening. It was the story, and you simply had to follow along. We see characters that seem to be major ones, only to watch them relegated to minor roles. We jump around. We follow subplots that seem major - to be the heart of the story, only to find they are not...and not always what they seem.
And then it happened. Somewhere about 52% of the novel I could no longer set it down. I had to, of course, but I found it difficult and could not wait to open it back up again. You know you've got something special when you stay up later and later before putting it away for the night. And then...gasp...I began stealing moments at work to read it. :)
This novel is a major achievement. It's the kind of book that if the author spent their entire life writing it and then wrote nothing else - it would be okay. Understandable even. How one person did something this...involved, this EPIC, is incredible to me.
In the beginning I complained to my wife that the book was long and I had no idea where it was going. In the end, I couldn't shut up about how brilliant it was. Do yourselves a favor and stay on the ride. Don't get off! There has never been another story like this one.
And then it happened. Somewhere about 52% of the novel I could no longer set it down. I had to, of course, but I found it difficult and could not wait to open it back up again. You know you've got something special when you stay up later and later before putting it away for the night. And then...gasp...I began stealing moments at work to read it. :)
This novel is a major achievement. It's the kind of book that if the author spent their entire life writing it and then wrote nothing else - it would be okay. Understandable even. How one person did something this...involved, this EPIC, is incredible to me.
In the beginning I complained to my wife that the book was long and I had no idea where it was going. In the end, I couldn't shut up about how brilliant it was. Do yourselves a favor and stay on the ride. Don't get off! There has never been another story like this one.
February 5, 2014
I may get some pushback from the 4 and 5 star reviewers. Yes, the author has crafted an in-depth multi-genre novel. I am amazed how well the story is woven through so many characters and so many years. The author is to be complimented for keeping it all straight.
However, the complexity of the story was also its' downfall for me. This is a complex novel that requires the reader to really concentrate on the who, what, where, and why. For a novel of such length, that is not easily done. This is not a read for awhile, put down, and pick up novel. You really need to keep at it and take your time recognizing that it is important to concentrate on the characters and storyline. That decreased the enjoyment for me.
If you are someone that can dedicate the time and energy to a well crafted tome, this may be a good endeavor for you. The ending wraps up all bits of the story except for the serial killer so there is the potential for a sequel.
However, the complexity of the story was also its' downfall for me. This is a complex novel that requires the reader to really concentrate on the who, what, where, and why. For a novel of such length, that is not easily done. This is not a read for awhile, put down, and pick up novel. You really need to keep at it and take your time recognizing that it is important to concentrate on the characters and storyline. That decreased the enjoyment for me.
If you are someone that can dedicate the time and energy to a well crafted tome, this may be a good endeavor for you. The ending wraps up all bits of the story except for the serial killer so there is the potential for a sequel.
June 25, 2015
The Sister by Max China OMG!! What can I say I loved this book! It’s intense, powerful, compelling—this is an incredible story of multi-layered crime, mystery, psychology and so much more. You really don’t want to miss this one. I can’t get over how the author drags you in and keeps you in suspense—its truly amazing. The Characters are incredible and powerful. There are twist an turns around every corner that compel the reader to stay engrossed in this wonderfully written story. Max China has intertwined an powerfully passionate novel of multi genres but mainly a paranormal suspense. This is a book that commands endurance from it’s reader as it alters back and forth from detailed of past stories. There is a masterful multiple layer of character’s essential ideas as out of the ordinary stories sweep through thirty years. This novel is an intense work that the writer has master in such a way that read is left breathless at the end.
December 27, 2015
The Sister is totally original, and a breath of fresh air. Author China takes us on a journey through time and across Britain and Ireland, introducing us to various characters, who at the time are unrelated. Throughout the tale, though, characters and events dovetail brilliantly, and the reader is taken further into the web of intrigue.
The sinister darkness of the tale is matched by the vulnerability of some characters, and the two planes combine brilliantly, with many shocks and twists.
The story is drenched in suspense, and keeps the reader guessing all the way. For anyone who likes a story that is not only thought-provoking, but gripping, this is for you. I recommend it highly.
The sinister darkness of the tale is matched by the vulnerability of some characters, and the two planes combine brilliantly, with many shocks and twists.
The story is drenched in suspense, and keeps the reader guessing all the way. For anyone who likes a story that is not only thought-provoking, but gripping, this is for you. I recommend it highly.
April 30, 2015
A good story with interesting characters and I've enjoyed another book by this writer. While he writes well I didn't like the technique the writer used to tell this story. The narration jumps forwards and backwards in time and between seemingly unconnected characters. It all comes together in the end but I found it a disjointed read.
June 30, 2018
Writing is absolutely immaculate, never told better IMHO. I think he's got a real grip of the depravity of the killer's mind. I love that. Only reason it lacks more stars from me is because the flipping constantly with story lines was rather confusing to me. Doesn't take away the brilliance however of this special author.
February 13, 2014
Got to say I was drawn to this book after reading the reviews and I wasn't disappointed at all, I found it to be a real page turner and could hardly put it down. I did find it a very long read and forgot some characters at times, Great story line, look forward to a sequel.
May 18, 2014
What a fantastic book. Yes, it was huge but the way the author moved from one story line to another, expertly intertwining all the different elements of this wonderful tale kept me wanting to read one more chapter. I very much look forward to this authors next novel.
February 8, 2014
A page turner,gripping story about a serial killer I highly recommend this book x
July 6, 2015
The Sister is a paranormal thriller, with a non linear story line. It is a different type of read, that is very rewarding, as characters and events tie in together.
March 5, 2018
8/20/1967, Mr. Milowski (husband/grandfather), & Mrs. Ellen Milowski (wife/grandmother), Bruce’s (son/grandson) parents were watching him look through his new telescope.
Cornwall, England. 2 children witness a murder, a boy (7), views it from 50 yrds., & a young Irish girl, from far away.
Right after the Dire Straits concert Kathy Bird (23+, nurse) on her way home was brutally murdered.
DCI John Fitzgerald Kennedy (son) was assigned the case.
Dr. Bruce Ryan (psychiatrist) was waiting for Vera Flynn (daughter, Catholic) blood test results.
Mrs. Flynn (Vera’s mother) told him Vera was not going to see him again.
Vatican. Sister Verity (aka Sister) was well versed in supernaturalism.
7/15/1975, Bruce Milowski (15) & Kirk “Miller” (form master, Korean era British Army vet), watched as they pulled Christopher “Chris” Brookes (HS champion swimmer) body out of the water, he had drowned.
Penny (receptionist, widow) informed Dr. Ryan, Bruce was here to see him.
Mrs. Ellen Milowski (mother) was informed the hypnotherapy wasn’t working for Bruce & she needed to sign a release form so a clairvoyant could see him.
Bruce never returned.
Mrs. Carney (mom) asked Mickey Taylor (Amateur boxing coach), if he would/could take Thomas Carney 16, janitor), under his wing.
Jackie was about to have her baby.
12/19/2006, London, England. DCI John Fitzgerald Kennedy Jr., decided to reopen the murder cold case of Kathy Bird.
What news did DI Tanner get from a caller: Jack “One Eyed Jack” Doherty?
1/2007, The police instigated Operation Moonlight, to help find the criminal the media coined the Midnight man.
Melissa just lost her job but Max thought she had huge potential & hired her right away.
She became online porn star/high-class escort Marilyn Mooner.
Mr. Miller (Missing Persons Investigator) went to see Mrs. Eileen Staples about her missing daughter Eilise.
What was found at West Lothian?
What did the once hidden Melissa Lake’s diaries reveal?
Paedophile (pedophile) Dr Mrs (.)
Warning: This book contains extremely graphic adult content, violence, or expletive language &/or uncensored sexually explicit material which is only suitable for mature readers. It may be offensive or have potential adverse psychological effects on the reader.
I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review. Only an honest one.
A very awesome book cover, great font & writing style. A very well written crime thriller book. It was very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a huge set of unique characters to keep track of. This could also make another great crime thriller movie, or better yet a mini TV series. There is no doubt in my mind this is a very easy rating of 5 stars.
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Cornwall, England. 2 children witness a murder, a boy (7), views it from 50 yrds., & a young Irish girl, from far away.
Right after the Dire Straits concert Kathy Bird (23+, nurse) on her way home was brutally murdered.
DCI John Fitzgerald Kennedy (son) was assigned the case.
Dr. Bruce Ryan (psychiatrist) was waiting for Vera Flynn (daughter, Catholic) blood test results.
Mrs. Flynn (Vera’s mother) told him Vera was not going to see him again.
Vatican. Sister Verity (aka Sister) was well versed in supernaturalism.
7/15/1975, Bruce Milowski (15) & Kirk “Miller” (form master, Korean era British Army vet), watched as they pulled Christopher “Chris” Brookes (HS champion swimmer) body out of the water, he had drowned.
Penny (receptionist, widow) informed Dr. Ryan, Bruce was here to see him.
Mrs. Ellen Milowski (mother) was informed the hypnotherapy wasn’t working for Bruce & she needed to sign a release form so a clairvoyant could see him.
Bruce never returned.
Mrs. Carney (mom) asked Mickey Taylor (Amateur boxing coach), if he would/could take Thomas Carney 16, janitor), under his wing.
Jackie was about to have her baby.
12/19/2006, London, England. DCI John Fitzgerald Kennedy Jr., decided to reopen the murder cold case of Kathy Bird.
What news did DI Tanner get from a caller: Jack “One Eyed Jack” Doherty?
1/2007, The police instigated Operation Moonlight, to help find the criminal the media coined the Midnight man.
Melissa just lost her job but Max thought she had huge potential & hired her right away.
She became online porn star/high-class escort Marilyn Mooner.
Mr. Miller (Missing Persons Investigator) went to see Mrs. Eileen Staples about her missing daughter Eilise.
What was found at West Lothian?
What did the once hidden Melissa Lake’s diaries reveal?
Paedophile (pedophile) Dr Mrs (.)
Warning: This book contains extremely graphic adult content, violence, or expletive language &/or uncensored sexually explicit material which is only suitable for mature readers. It may be offensive or have potential adverse psychological effects on the reader.
I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review. Only an honest one.
A very awesome book cover, great font & writing style. A very well written crime thriller book. It was very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a huge set of unique characters to keep track of. This could also make another great crime thriller movie, or better yet a mini TV series. There is no doubt in my mind this is a very easy rating of 5 stars.
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Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
June 14, 2017
Avoid if you don't want to be disappointed
This book had me so excited before I started reading it because it had so much to offer: a tense murder mystery plot was what I was hoping for. However, it was slow, painfully so at times, with some irrelevant chapters thrown in here and there. By the final 20 chapters or so, I had had enough and just wanted to finish the book so I could move on and read something far more gripping. Some chapters were tense and made me want to read on but unfortunately they were just too few and far between. I can see what the author was trying to do; there were many different plot strands taking place over a long period of time and somehow these pieces were supposed to fit together to create an overall picture. Sadly, this just did not happen for me.
I really wanted to like this book but I've read other books that perform the linking of many threads together so much better (see Linwood Barclay's Promise Falls trilogy). I would not recommend this book to those who expect an enjoyable crime thriller.
This book had me so excited before I started reading it because it had so much to offer: a tense murder mystery plot was what I was hoping for. However, it was slow, painfully so at times, with some irrelevant chapters thrown in here and there. By the final 20 chapters or so, I had had enough and just wanted to finish the book so I could move on and read something far more gripping. Some chapters were tense and made me want to read on but unfortunately they were just too few and far between. I can see what the author was trying to do; there were many different plot strands taking place over a long period of time and somehow these pieces were supposed to fit together to create an overall picture. Sadly, this just did not happen for me.
I really wanted to like this book but I've read other books that perform the linking of many threads together so much better (see Linwood Barclay's Promise Falls trilogy). I would not recommend this book to those who expect an enjoyable crime thriller.
May 3, 2020
This book is so so so GOOD! I loved it and will never forget it!
This is a really long book that I never wanted to finish. It has several main characters, and they seem to take the reader into another story, but they all connect by the end. This book is pretty amazing. It has elements of supernatural, that I don't usually like, but this was the exception. You've never read about a Serial Killer like this one. He is terrifying, but the book isn't about that more than it is about many other things, like recovering (or not) from childhood trauma, resiliance and choices. This book connects things in such a way that you end up feeling like everything in life is connected and the ripple effect goes on forever. I highly recommend this book to anybody who just plain loves a good well told story.
This is a really long book that I never wanted to finish. It has several main characters, and they seem to take the reader into another story, but they all connect by the end. This book is pretty amazing. It has elements of supernatural, that I don't usually like, but this was the exception. You've never read about a Serial Killer like this one. He is terrifying, but the book isn't about that more than it is about many other things, like recovering (or not) from childhood trauma, resiliance and choices. This book connects things in such a way that you end up feeling like everything in life is connected and the ripple effect goes on forever. I highly recommend this book to anybody who just plain loves a good well told story.
April 15, 2019
When I first started began the book, I was excited and interested. The further along I read, I frequently got lost with too many subplots and characters. I was not always sure which character was talking and to whom. I struggled to finish the book which is unnecessarily too long. I think the main plot about the serial killer and the sister was intriguing enough without bringing in the details of Kennedy as an example.
I want to read another book by this author because his style is good. I dislike giving such a low rating, but I must be honest with my review.
I want to read another book by this author because his style is good. I dislike giving such a low rating, but I must be honest with my review.
May 16, 2022
Not really good
When the story started, it started out really good, but it was kind of down hill after that, and towards the end it was good. Those are the reasons I gave it two stars. It wasn't because it went on for so many years, but because there were so many characters that I thought were redundant. It dragged the story down. It should been more about the killer and the girls he murdered and the three or for many characters and their lives.
When the story started, it started out really good, but it was kind of down hill after that, and towards the end it was good. Those are the reasons I gave it two stars. It wasn't because it went on for so many years, but because there were so many characters that I thought were redundant. It dragged the story down. It should been more about the killer and the girls he murdered and the three or for many characters and their lives.
May 9, 2017
It was when I read the line “The people behind the facade employ a former assassin named Carlos, to protect them, along with a powerful psychic who forewarns them of danger ahead” that I realised I wouldn't be finishing this book. Fragmented pacing and plodding writing make for a novel in desperate need of some tough love editing.
February 11, 2018
I was a little lost for a bit. The author describes the 7 year old boy and his dangerous near miss after witnessing a murderer. He also talks about the girl who saw the crime take place from miles away. Then these two were not mentioned again for quite a while. Other characters made their appearances and lots of action takes place. I do recommend this book.
March 15, 2020
It's a long read, one best done over a few days. The plot is quite complex, and there are moments when it seems like there are two or three shorter books trying to emerge. The meshing of these themes is handled well, and the quality of the writing is high.
It might profit by a Tolstoy-like listing of characters, but perhaps that's just me.
It might profit by a Tolstoy-like listing of characters, but perhaps that's just me.
October 12, 2021
A bit confusing but worth the read.
I have mixed emotions for this book. The start of the book was quick and captivating, as I kept reading the book began to slow and I found I was losing interest, towards the end the story really picked up. There were times I noticed I didn't know who's dialogue I was reading. Overall this is a good book and I have recommended it to people.
I have mixed emotions for this book. The start of the book was quick and captivating, as I kept reading the book began to slow and I found I was losing interest, towards the end the story really picked up. There were times I noticed I didn't know who's dialogue I was reading. Overall this is a good book and I have recommended it to people.
May 14, 2018
Spellbinding
This book is many absorbing stories that come together in the end to a heart stopping ending. You are on the edge of your seat almost the whole time. I hope Max will have mercy on us and let us know what becomes of the key characters.
This book is many absorbing stories that come together in the end to a heart stopping ending. You are on the edge of your seat almost the whole time. I hope Max will have mercy on us and let us know what becomes of the key characters.
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