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Breakthrough
In the fourth book in Kenna McKinnon's Annie Hansen Mysteries Series, Annie Hansen and her husband, Mark Snow, now reside in their vintage home in Edmonton, Alberta. Their 21-year-old daughter Skye, who shares her mother's mental struggles, is about to set on a thrilling journey of her own.
Skye's life takes a perplexing turn when she becomes the prime suspect in her former boss's murder. As the police investigation intensifies, Annie and Mark step in to protect their daughter, and unwittingly unveil a complex web of deceit and hidden motives.
Amidst the intrigue and suspicions, love takes center stage, bringing resolution and reconciliation to the Snow family. 'Breakthrough' is a riveting tale of mystery, love, and the enduring bond between a mother and daughter as they navigate through darkness to find the light of truth and freedom.
Skye's life takes a perplexing turn when she becomes the prime suspect in her former boss's murder. As the police investigation intensifies, Annie and Mark step in to protect their daughter, and unwittingly unveil a complex web of deceit and hidden motives.
Amidst the intrigue and suspicions, love takes center stage, bringing resolution and reconciliation to the Snow family. 'Breakthrough' is a riveting tale of mystery, love, and the enduring bond between a mother and daughter as they navigate through darkness to find the light of truth and freedom.
220 pages, Paperback
Published August 6, 2023
About the author
Kenna McKinnon
45 books43 followersHoney lover, Kenna McKinnon, is the author of SpaceHive, a middle grade sci-fi/fantasy novel replete with giant alien bees; her mental health is revealed in The Insanity Machine, a memoir with co-author Austin Mardon, PhD, CM; and her life and times with DISCOVERY – A Collection of Poetry, all released in 2012. A children's chapter book, Benjamin & Rumblechum; A quirky mystery thriller starring a female schizophrenic private eye, Blood Sister (did SHE do it?); Short Circuit and Other Geek Stories in memory of her son. Recently published is a paranormal/fantasy trilogy of dark, dark novellas, Den of Dark Angels; and a fantasy dragon adventure, Engaging the Dragon. A superhero hair stylist tale of Timothie Hill and the Cloak of Power is her most recent book, based on a real character in Edmonton, Canada. Her books are crouching at Amazon KDP and in selected local bookstores and public libraries.
Her most memorable years were spent at the University of Alberta, where she graduated with Distinction with a degree in Anthropology (1975). She has lived successfully with schizophrenia for many years and is a member of the Writers' Guild of Alberta and the Canadian Authors Association. She has two children and three grandsons.
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Her most memorable years were spent at the University of Alberta, where she graduated with Distinction with a degree in Anthropology (1975). She has lived successfully with schizophrenia for many years and is a member of the Writers' Guild of Alberta and the Canadian Authors Association. She has two children and three grandsons.
Her author's blog: http://KennaMcKinnonAuthor.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KennaMcKinno...
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/KennaMcKinnon
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show...
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/kennamckinnon
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October 3, 2023
The Experience of Psychosis
Breakthrough – Annie Hansen Mysteries Book 4, by Kenna McKinnon, focuses on Skye Christina Snow. She is Annie Hansen’s daughter. In previous stories in this series, we met and understood the psychological nature of Annie Hansen, who became an unlikely crime investigator for their police department, though she suffers from several psychoses that is kept in check with medication. Annie has a very respected knack for solving crimes. We also meet her devoted cop husband Mark, who loves her without exception.
The story of Breakthrough focuses on their daughter, Skye Christine, who has inherited her mother’s psychoses. Skye is aware of the familiarity with her mother’s imperfections that she has inherited and controlled, until Skye has a major psychotic break that leaves her missing without a trace, and wanted for the murder of her boss.
At this point I have to say that I was so emmeshed in this story, in the mind of Skye and her mental processes, I did not realize what was happening to her. Not until the story switched back to Annie and Mark’s search for their beloved daughter, did I realize how deeply I had sunk into this plot and Skye’s distorted reality.
I have said it before in reviews for the other stories in this series which I have read and reviewed: McKinnon understands the pathology of a trouble mind. Her ability to write her characters drew me in to the point I was mentally as lost as Skye. McKinnon’s innate knowledge of the workings of a troubled mind is what makes the unexpected twists and turns in these stories real, harsh, and deeply disturbing. I never knew what to expect, and certainly did not expect to get so wrapped up in Skye’s psychotic break. Guaranteed, this book will sweep the reader into another realm.
Breakthrough – Annie Hansen Mysteries Book 4, by Kenna McKinnon, focuses on Skye Christina Snow. She is Annie Hansen’s daughter. In previous stories in this series, we met and understood the psychological nature of Annie Hansen, who became an unlikely crime investigator for their police department, though she suffers from several psychoses that is kept in check with medication. Annie has a very respected knack for solving crimes. We also meet her devoted cop husband Mark, who loves her without exception.
The story of Breakthrough focuses on their daughter, Skye Christine, who has inherited her mother’s psychoses. Skye is aware of the familiarity with her mother’s imperfections that she has inherited and controlled, until Skye has a major psychotic break that leaves her missing without a trace, and wanted for the murder of her boss.
At this point I have to say that I was so emmeshed in this story, in the mind of Skye and her mental processes, I did not realize what was happening to her. Not until the story switched back to Annie and Mark’s search for their beloved daughter, did I realize how deeply I had sunk into this plot and Skye’s distorted reality.
I have said it before in reviews for the other stories in this series which I have read and reviewed: McKinnon understands the pathology of a trouble mind. Her ability to write her characters drew me in to the point I was mentally as lost as Skye. McKinnon’s innate knowledge of the workings of a troubled mind is what makes the unexpected twists and turns in these stories real, harsh, and deeply disturbing. I never knew what to expect, and certainly did not expect to get so wrapped up in Skye’s psychotic break. Guaranteed, this book will sweep the reader into another realm.
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