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Detective Marcy Kendrick #2
Blood Line
A mother killed. Her sons accused. Only one person knows the truth. LAPD Homicide Detective Marcy Kendrick is feeling the heat. Struggling to recover from the recent murder of her lover, she also has to deal with ex-husband Jordan, now her boss, who seems determined to make her life as difficult as possible.And Jordan is piling on the pressure thanks to a string of Marcy’s cases going cold. She needs a win – and fast.Then heiress Audrina Dixon is brutally killed with only her fourteen-year-old twin sons as witnesses. But the boys, traumatized by what they have seen, seem to have developed a rare form of mutism.Or perhaps there’s another reason they won’t speak? Because soon there is mounting evidence that the boys themselves may be the killers.As Marcy deepens her investigation, she begins to realise that Audrina’s murder is just one part of a much bigger picture. Behind it, lies a horrifying web of mind control, depravity and revenge….A web spun by a powerful enemy who is willing to do whatever it takes to stop her – permanently.Blood Line – book 2 in the thrilling series featuring Detective Marcy Kendrick
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Published March 10, 2024
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May 16, 2025
It's always great to see and grab a boxset, especially within this genre where our setting and characters continue through the series.
Having read the first book in this set - Skin Deep - last year, I was keen to dive into the second book.
Having this boxset means that it's so easy to dive straight into the next book and continue the story on.
This review is just for book 2 of the Detective Marcy Kendrick series, but this set actually contains the first seven books.....the last of which is brand new!
Having really enjoyed the first book, it was great to be back with Marcy and the team.
I'd really connected with Marcy and it was great to see the story follow straight in from the events of the first book.
Marcy is still reeling from the previous murder and we get some insight into how she's coping during the early part of this book.
With Jordan causing all kinds of trouble at work, Marcy needs to grab this new case with both hands and get to the bottom of what's happened - if only to placate Jordan - but as the investigation unfolds, she discovers that things are not as clear as they seemed.
It was nice to see Angel back with Marcy and the case they take is really intriguing and complex.
I really enjoyed the mind control element which I've not seen before.
I've read quite a few of this authors books now and enjoyed them all - but I really love the continuation of the characters and setting here.
With the same gripping and fast-paced writing style too, it's easy to get sucked in from the start and race through these.
I'm excited that I've also gone straight into book 3 from here, so look out for my review coming tomorrow.....
Having read the first book in this set - Skin Deep - last year, I was keen to dive into the second book.
Having this boxset means that it's so easy to dive straight into the next book and continue the story on.
This review is just for book 2 of the Detective Marcy Kendrick series, but this set actually contains the first seven books.....the last of which is brand new!
Having really enjoyed the first book, it was great to be back with Marcy and the team.
I'd really connected with Marcy and it was great to see the story follow straight in from the events of the first book.
Marcy is still reeling from the previous murder and we get some insight into how she's coping during the early part of this book.
With Jordan causing all kinds of trouble at work, Marcy needs to grab this new case with both hands and get to the bottom of what's happened - if only to placate Jordan - but as the investigation unfolds, she discovers that things are not as clear as they seemed.
It was nice to see Angel back with Marcy and the case they take is really intriguing and complex.
I really enjoyed the mind control element which I've not seen before.
I've read quite a few of this authors books now and enjoyed them all - but I really love the continuation of the characters and setting here.
With the same gripping and fast-paced writing style too, it's easy to get sucked in from the start and race through these.
I'm excited that I've also gone straight into book 3 from here, so look out for my review coming tomorrow.....
March 14, 2024
I am in love with this series, Marcy is a badass.
However, this book is terrifying! You can guess early on what happened and how it happened. But it was hard to comprehend it. It was also hard for Marcy to prove especially when she had a stalker trying to scare her off the entire case.
It was great to see Angel back on his feet and working with Marcy this time. Helping her through the finality of the previous book and the guilt she feels.
Jordan, the ex, what a douche. I can’t believe he got away with treating Marcy the way he did and the things he said!! You have to love the Captain coming in when he did. Sucker!
Stephen, Marcy's brother has had a relapse but he’s finally getting the help he needs after his revelations from the previous book.
Everything is spot on with this, the way the case gets tied up in tape with the powers that be stopping Marcy from going where she needs to go. It all felt authentic as the duo had to find other lines of investigation whilst dealing with pressure to get the case wrapped up. It was intense and at times nail biting.
Despite Marcy being at times a bit trigger-happy, I would feel safer knowing she was on the streets keeping me safe. She is relentless and will not stop until the culprit is behind bars. She gets the results. She really is a badass.
However, this book is terrifying! You can guess early on what happened and how it happened. But it was hard to comprehend it. It was also hard for Marcy to prove especially when she had a stalker trying to scare her off the entire case.
It was great to see Angel back on his feet and working with Marcy this time. Helping her through the finality of the previous book and the guilt she feels.
Jordan, the ex, what a douche. I can’t believe he got away with treating Marcy the way he did and the things he said!! You have to love the Captain coming in when he did. Sucker!
Stephen, Marcy's brother has had a relapse but he’s finally getting the help he needs after his revelations from the previous book.
Everything is spot on with this, the way the case gets tied up in tape with the powers that be stopping Marcy from going where she needs to go. It all felt authentic as the duo had to find other lines of investigation whilst dealing with pressure to get the case wrapped up. It was intense and at times nail biting.
Despite Marcy being at times a bit trigger-happy, I would feel safer knowing she was on the streets keeping me safe. She is relentless and will not stop until the culprit is behind bars. She gets the results. She really is a badass.
February 6, 2025
Good story, but... Read on KU
Both the 1st and 2nd books have good story lines. The characters are good. Some of the dialogue isn't. Some of it seems forced. There are places where the grammar is clunky.
The worst part of these stories is Jordan, the ex-husband. He is a walking lawsuit for the police department with the things he says to Marcy. This one line is a spoiler for book 1. Toward the beginning of this book, he yells at Marcy for sleeping with a suspect in the previous book and for calls him cross-dresser. He taunts her in front of her coworkers. If you recall, the guy she was dating was a consultant and the serial killer put women's underwear on him. It was a horrible thing for anyone to say to another human being and worse coming from a workplace superior. It seems like they wouldn't have been allowed in the same department when married, too.
I'd much rather read about the case than the juvenile ramblings from Jordan. I'm actually disappointed he didn't get killed off in the 1st book.
Both the 1st and 2nd books have good story lines. The characters are good. Some of the dialogue isn't. Some of it seems forced. There are places where the grammar is clunky.
The worst part of these stories is Jordan, the ex-husband. He is a walking lawsuit for the police department with the things he says to Marcy. This one line is a spoiler for book 1. Toward the beginning of this book, he yells at Marcy for sleeping with a suspect in the previous book and for calls him cross-dresser. He taunts her in front of her coworkers. If you recall, the guy she was dating was a consultant and the serial killer put women's underwear on him. It was a horrible thing for anyone to say to another human being and worse coming from a workplace superior. It seems like they wouldn't have been allowed in the same department when married, too.
I'd much rather read about the case than the juvenile ramblings from Jordan. I'm actually disappointed he didn't get killed off in the 1st book.
April 11, 2024
Theo has written a trio of books with Marcy as a tough, good detective! There is an underlying chemistry with her partner, and her horrible boss, her ex-husband, is looking for ways to get her fired. The problem is that she’s too good at her job! This book features a wealthy woman who dies, on fire, falling from her balcony. Her twin sons appear to have witnessed her death but are too traumatized to speak. Could it be a jealous sister or her ex-husband? Maybe someone else all together. Marcy and her partner, Angel, are hellbent on finding out!
April 21, 2025
4.5/5 stars! It's official. I prefer Theo's detective books over their thrillers. This is the second book in the Marcy Kendrick series. Marcy continues to be an absolute bada**. I loved the twist that the adolescents may be the murderers. Having just watched a Netflix series about toxic masculinity in young men, this hit the spot.
March 12, 2024
Constructed Feedback from an ARC reader; A was left a little lacklustre after reading book 2 in the Series - admittedly my first Theo Baxter.
However I unfortunately found the narrative repetitive (did we need to mention how often Marcy & Angel go for food and drink? No imagery is added, in my opinion, with these-they feel like word fillers. Or how the crutches are put into the car each time until a good 70% in when the crutches are not needed) I get this is building the characters to some extent but it’s very basic in the way it’s written-it doesn’t conjure character development or relationships.
I also wasn’t fond of the stereotypical attributes given to some characters-namely Jordan, along with the will they won’t they “chemistry” with Marcy & Angel. Again for me although the premise is good with those themes-it’s lacking depth to really involve the reader.
The general plot is ok, the story a little far fetched but I think it’s got ground with more interesting exploration of the characters.
I didn’t unfortunately find it gripping, or twisting in the plot. I felt I was aware of what would happen and found it a slow pace.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
However I unfortunately found the narrative repetitive (did we need to mention how often Marcy & Angel go for food and drink? No imagery is added, in my opinion, with these-they feel like word fillers. Or how the crutches are put into the car each time until a good 70% in when the crutches are not needed) I get this is building the characters to some extent but it’s very basic in the way it’s written-it doesn’t conjure character development or relationships.
I also wasn’t fond of the stereotypical attributes given to some characters-namely Jordan, along with the will they won’t they “chemistry” with Marcy & Angel. Again for me although the premise is good with those themes-it’s lacking depth to really involve the reader.
The general plot is ok, the story a little far fetched but I think it’s got ground with more interesting exploration of the characters.
I didn’t unfortunately find it gripping, or twisting in the plot. I felt I was aware of what would happen and found it a slow pace.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 14, 2024
This is my second book by Theo Baxter, and it definitely isn’t my last. This is the second book in the Detective Marcy Kendrick series. I truly enjoyed this one! I became a big fan of Marcy Kendrick in the first book.
A mom is killed, and her twin sons are accused. They were the only witnesses, but have trauma induced mutism. Time is ticking as Marcy races to discover what happened.
Baxter does a great job at developing his characters while keeping us entertained and moving the story along. I devoured this book in one sitting, and couldn’t stop turning the pages. There were twists and turns that I could have never guessed. The plot took an unexpected, but intriguing, turn. this was a great procedural thriller.
Thank you to NetGalley and Inkubator Books for this ARC. All thoughts are my own.
A mom is killed, and her twin sons are accused. They were the only witnesses, but have trauma induced mutism. Time is ticking as Marcy races to discover what happened.
Baxter does a great job at developing his characters while keeping us entertained and moving the story along. I devoured this book in one sitting, and couldn’t stop turning the pages. There were twists and turns that I could have never guessed. The plot took an unexpected, but intriguing, turn. this was a great procedural thriller.
Thank you to NetGalley and Inkubator Books for this ARC. All thoughts are my own.
March 6, 2024
I received this book from the author, his publisher (Inkubator Books), and Booksprout.co in return for an honest review. This was the first book that I had had the opportunity to read by this author (apparently, this is the second book in the Detective Marcy Kendrick series). I truly enjoyed this one! After reading the second effort in this series, I am interested in checking out the other offerings in this series.
LAPD Homicide Detective Marcy Kendrick is feeling the heat. Struggling to recover from the recent murder of her lover, she also has to deal with her ex-husband Jordan, who is now her boss and seems determined to make her life as difficult as possible.
A mom is killed, with only her fourteen-year-old twin sons as witnesses. But the boys, traumatized by what they have seen, seem to have developed a rare form of mutism.
Or perhaps there’s another reason they won’t speak? Because soon there is mounting evidence that the boys themselves may be the killers. Time is ticking as Marcy races to discover what happened.
This was a very good detective story with a pleasingly unusual plot, and interpersonal relationships similar in style to a Karin Slaughter novel. The two main characters, Marcy Kendrick and Angel Reyes, whose background stories were apparently developed in the first book of the series but were also brought up to date in this book, are faced with solving a possible murder/suicide with few clues on first reading. A woman has died and the only two witnesses to her death are her fourteen-year-old twin sons who have been rendered mute and are unable to be questioned until they can become capable of speech.
As with most murders, the chief suspect is usually the husband and this did not change in this novel. The estranged husband, a local psychologist of some renown, is a major suspect with a hidden background (rumoured to have been part of a CIA program of mind control akin to MK Ultra).
Baxter does a great job at developing his characters while keeping us entertained and moving the story along. I devoured this book in one sitting, and couldn’t stop turning the pages. There were twists and turns that I could have never guessed. The plot took an unexpected, but intriguing, turn. This was a great procedural thriller.
On a five-star rating, I would give this a solid four stars as this is a good detective thriller series and would be a definite favourite of fans of Michael Connelly and Karin Slaughter.
As with all my literary ramblings, these are just my five cents worth.
LAPD Homicide Detective Marcy Kendrick is feeling the heat. Struggling to recover from the recent murder of her lover, she also has to deal with her ex-husband Jordan, who is now her boss and seems determined to make her life as difficult as possible.
A mom is killed, with only her fourteen-year-old twin sons as witnesses. But the boys, traumatized by what they have seen, seem to have developed a rare form of mutism.
Or perhaps there’s another reason they won’t speak? Because soon there is mounting evidence that the boys themselves may be the killers. Time is ticking as Marcy races to discover what happened.
This was a very good detective story with a pleasingly unusual plot, and interpersonal relationships similar in style to a Karin Slaughter novel. The two main characters, Marcy Kendrick and Angel Reyes, whose background stories were apparently developed in the first book of the series but were also brought up to date in this book, are faced with solving a possible murder/suicide with few clues on first reading. A woman has died and the only two witnesses to her death are her fourteen-year-old twin sons who have been rendered mute and are unable to be questioned until they can become capable of speech.
As with most murders, the chief suspect is usually the husband and this did not change in this novel. The estranged husband, a local psychologist of some renown, is a major suspect with a hidden background (rumoured to have been part of a CIA program of mind control akin to MK Ultra).
Baxter does a great job at developing his characters while keeping us entertained and moving the story along. I devoured this book in one sitting, and couldn’t stop turning the pages. There were twists and turns that I could have never guessed. The plot took an unexpected, but intriguing, turn. This was a great procedural thriller.
On a five-star rating, I would give this a solid four stars as this is a good detective thriller series and would be a definite favourite of fans of Michael Connelly and Karin Slaughter.
As with all my literary ramblings, these are just my five cents worth.
February 29, 2024
I made a mistake and didn’t notice that Blood Line was book 2 in a series. The beginning of this book was devoted to tying up loose ends from the first one so I couldn’t get into the story until that was done. Once it got underway, however, I found it was well worth the wait.
This was a very good detective story with a pleasingly unusual plot, and interpersonal relationships similar in style to a Karin Slaughter novel. The two main characters, Marcy Kendrick and Angel Reyes, whose background stories were developed in the first book of the series but are also brought up to date in this book, are faced with solving a possible murder/suicide with few clues on first reading. A woman has died and the only two witnesses to her death are her fourteen year old twin sons who have been rendered mute and are unable to be questioned until they can become capable of speech.
There is intrigue and lots of action as Marcy and Angel follow a particularly disturbing line of inquiry. Romantic tension is always there in the background as well, to keep things interesting.
I found this a very satisfying read and I will look for Skin Deep, the first book in the series as it looks like a lot has happened in the lives of Marcy and Angel and all the supporting characters in the story to get to where they are now.
I’m happy to have discovered Theo Baxter!
Published by Inkubator Books.
This was a very good detective story with a pleasingly unusual plot, and interpersonal relationships similar in style to a Karin Slaughter novel. The two main characters, Marcy Kendrick and Angel Reyes, whose background stories were developed in the first book of the series but are also brought up to date in this book, are faced with solving a possible murder/suicide with few clues on first reading. A woman has died and the only two witnesses to her death are her fourteen year old twin sons who have been rendered mute and are unable to be questioned until they can become capable of speech.
There is intrigue and lots of action as Marcy and Angel follow a particularly disturbing line of inquiry. Romantic tension is always there in the background as well, to keep things interesting.
I found this a very satisfying read and I will look for Skin Deep, the first book in the series as it looks like a lot has happened in the lives of Marcy and Angel and all the supporting characters in the story to get to where they are now.
I’m happy to have discovered Theo Baxter!
Published by Inkubator Books.
March 13, 2024
Detective Marcy Kendrick has only been back a few days and was still having trouble sleeping. She and Hummel are sent in for a robbery and the patrol at Glassell Park needs backup. Upon their arrival they find out that the perps have automatic glocks and are firing on the civilians. Det. Marcy, once again goes into high gear and finds that the bad guy has hostages in imminent danger. To save lives she once again fires. So she has IA on her again and her LT is her ex husband, who still treats her like she shouldn’t be a cop. Long story in book 1. I really dislike her ex hubby, Jordan. I really love Det. Marcy and her reg partner, Angel. I am totally ‘shipping them. Marcy can’t catch a break. A really big celeb gets killed and they have to find out who killed her, but they are trying to keep it out of the public eye as of yet. Things go totally sideways but her brother, Stephen, who is in rehab gives her an idea. Both books made me cry and I can’t wait to read the third book. I had a lot of fun reading the books and I ended up chewing on my nails. I’d love for a team up between Marcy and LT Eve Dallas from JD Robb. Lol. Talk about a total takedown of baddies. Lol.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 17, 2024
This is book 2 in the detective Marcy Kendrick series I’d say this book could be read as a stand alone thriller however having read the first book I felt I got more from this read.
Marcy and her partner Angel are called out to the suspected murder of Audrina Dixon, she was set alight and pushed over the balcony in attempt to land in the pool below. With only her twin boys as witnesses Marcy knows she needs to get the boys talking, however both boys have gone mute on them.
With pressure on her to solve this case Marcy knows she has no choice but to get the boys talking in order to solve this case, however as Marcy digs deeper and deeper into this case and learns more about the boys, their family and their past shocking truths come out.
I enjoyed reading blood line however I very quickly worked out who was behind the murders and at times I found it a little predictable, that being said there were also plenty of other twists and turns within this book that I didn’t see coming which made for an exciting read. I always know I’m in for a treat when I pick up a Theo Baxter book.
Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for an advance copy of this book in exchange for this review.
Marcy and her partner Angel are called out to the suspected murder of Audrina Dixon, she was set alight and pushed over the balcony in attempt to land in the pool below. With only her twin boys as witnesses Marcy knows she needs to get the boys talking, however both boys have gone mute on them.
With pressure on her to solve this case Marcy knows she has no choice but to get the boys talking in order to solve this case, however as Marcy digs deeper and deeper into this case and learns more about the boys, their family and their past shocking truths come out.
I enjoyed reading blood line however I very quickly worked out who was behind the murders and at times I found it a little predictable, that being said there were also plenty of other twists and turns within this book that I didn’t see coming which made for an exciting read. I always know I’m in for a treat when I pick up a Theo Baxter book.
Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for an advance copy of this book in exchange for this review.
January 15, 2025
The second book in the Detective Marcy Kendrick series is another page turner. This case involves the murder of a wealthy woman and evidence points to her twin teenaged sons as the killers. The reason is almost impossible to imagine.
"LAPD Homicide Detective Marcy Kendrick is feeling the heat. Struggling to recover from the recent murder of her lover, she also has to deal with ex-husband Jordan, now her boss, who seems determined to make her life as difficult as possible.
And Jordan is piling on the pressure thanks to a string of Marcy’s cases going cold. She needs a win – and fast.
Then heiress Audrina Dixon is brutally killed with only her fourteen-year-old twin sons as witnesses. But the boys, traumatized by what they have seen, seem to have developed a rare form of mutism.
Or perhaps there’s another reason they won’t speak? Because soon there is mounting evidence that the boys themselves may be the killers.
As Marcy deepens her investigation, she begins to realise that Audrina’s murder is just one part of a much bigger picture. Behind it, lies a horrifying web of mind control, depravity and revenge….
A web spun by a powerful enemy who is willing to do whatever it takes to stop her – permanently." synopsis copied
"LAPD Homicide Detective Marcy Kendrick is feeling the heat. Struggling to recover from the recent murder of her lover, she also has to deal with ex-husband Jordan, now her boss, who seems determined to make her life as difficult as possible.
And Jordan is piling on the pressure thanks to a string of Marcy’s cases going cold. She needs a win – and fast.
Then heiress Audrina Dixon is brutally killed with only her fourteen-year-old twin sons as witnesses. But the boys, traumatized by what they have seen, seem to have developed a rare form of mutism.
Or perhaps there’s another reason they won’t speak? Because soon there is mounting evidence that the boys themselves may be the killers.
As Marcy deepens her investigation, she begins to realise that Audrina’s murder is just one part of a much bigger picture. Behind it, lies a horrifying web of mind control, depravity and revenge….
A web spun by a powerful enemy who is willing to do whatever it takes to stop her – permanently." synopsis copied
April 30, 2025
Book two in the Detective Marcy Kendrick series. The story follows Marcy as she navigates a complex murder case while dealing with personal struggles and workplace tensions.
The book wastes no time in pulling readers into its dark and suspenseful atmosphere. A mother is killed, and the only witnesses—her twin sons—are unable to speak due to trauma. As Marcy digs deeper, shocking secrets unravel, making it difficult to determine who is truly responsible. The investigation is intense, filled with unexpected turns that keep the suspense alive.
Theo Baxter does an excellent job in developing his characters, making them feel real.
Marcy Kendrick is not just a skilled detective—she's a person struggling with loss, workplace stress, and the pressure of solving a high-profile case. Her partner, Angel Reyes, is a strong presence, balancing out the tension with his own insights and skills. Their dynamic makes it more engaging.
The pacing is fast, the writing is sharp, and the thrill never fades. The interactions between characters, the way the investigation unfolds, and the emotional weight of the cases makes this series stand out.
The book wastes no time in pulling readers into its dark and suspenseful atmosphere. A mother is killed, and the only witnesses—her twin sons—are unable to speak due to trauma. As Marcy digs deeper, shocking secrets unravel, making it difficult to determine who is truly responsible. The investigation is intense, filled with unexpected turns that keep the suspense alive.
Theo Baxter does an excellent job in developing his characters, making them feel real.
Marcy Kendrick is not just a skilled detective—she's a person struggling with loss, workplace stress, and the pressure of solving a high-profile case. Her partner, Angel Reyes, is a strong presence, balancing out the tension with his own insights and skills. Their dynamic makes it more engaging.
The pacing is fast, the writing is sharp, and the thrill never fades. The interactions between characters, the way the investigation unfolds, and the emotional weight of the cases makes this series stand out.
March 10, 2024
This is the second book in Theo Baxter's Marcy Kendrick series. This was an excellent read as was the first one. Marcy is a detective on the LAPD and is still searching for a serial killer. A mom is killed with only her 2 14 year old sons as witnesses. However they develop trauma induced mutism. Or do they? They are being accused of murder. Marcy needs to step up the game to find out what is going on.
The author did a great job with character development of both Marcy and her partner, Angel. I finished this book in one sitting, it was just that good. I never would have guessed the ending. The writing was superb and the author made you want to keep reading. The twists were spectacular. I absolutely loved this and cannot wait for the next in the series.
Thank you to Nertgalley and Inkubator books for the ARC. I greatly appreciate it. I highly recommend this book and the first one in the series also.
The author did a great job with character development of both Marcy and her partner, Angel. I finished this book in one sitting, it was just that good. I never would have guessed the ending. The writing was superb and the author made you want to keep reading. The twists were spectacular. I absolutely loved this and cannot wait for the next in the series.
Thank you to Nertgalley and Inkubator books for the ARC. I greatly appreciate it. I highly recommend this book and the first one in the series also.
April 29, 2025
The second in this series, this book had an even more intriguing perp than its predecessor, bringing mind control and cult-like influence. Thank you, Zooloo's Book Tours, for my copy!
However, some of the things that irked me in the first book were even more irritating in this one. I've said it before, perhaps it is an American thing to eat fast food for every meal, but I found it really tedious hearing about Marcy going out for coffee, burgers, and Mexican food every single day. It took up so much of the narrative and added nothing! This book also included one of my biggest pet peeves in fiction, which is when a man describes how appealing it is that a woman eats "without apologising for it."
That aside, the plot was really entertaining. Some of the characters felt very untrustworthy, and I liked that there felt like a bit of ambiguity around them. Without spoilers, I had an entirely different theory crafted for whodunnit, and it kept me very engaged.
However, some of the things that irked me in the first book were even more irritating in this one. I've said it before, perhaps it is an American thing to eat fast food for every meal, but I found it really tedious hearing about Marcy going out for coffee, burgers, and Mexican food every single day. It took up so much of the narrative and added nothing! This book also included one of my biggest pet peeves in fiction, which is when a man describes how appealing it is that a woman eats "without apologising for it."
That aside, the plot was really entertaining. Some of the characters felt very untrustworthy, and I liked that there felt like a bit of ambiguity around them. Without spoilers, I had an entirely different theory crafted for whodunnit, and it kept me very engaged.
February 29, 2024
This is the second in the series and its even better than the first. Marcy and Angel take the lead when a mother of two children dies. There's a lot going on here and the topic of mind control was a very fascinating one and I was immediately hooked at the start.
The rest of the book focusses on how they try to handle being thwarted at every turn trying to interview the characters with links to the woman and dealing with a horrible boss like Jordan. I liked how Angel was more to the fore this time and we see more of Marcy's vulnerable side as she struggles to deal with some personal events. I found the writing excellent and easy to read and I found myself reading very quickly. I hope there's not too long to wait for the next one as this has the makings of a brilliant series.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The rest of the book focusses on how they try to handle being thwarted at every turn trying to interview the characters with links to the woman and dealing with a horrible boss like Jordan. I liked how Angel was more to the fore this time and we see more of Marcy's vulnerable side as she struggles to deal with some personal events. I found the writing excellent and easy to read and I found myself reading very quickly. I hope there's not too long to wait for the next one as this has the makings of a brilliant series.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 6, 2024
This review is my opinion and my opinion only. I received this ARC from Netgalley. This is my second book by Theo Baxter. This story is the second story in the Dectective Marcy Kendrick series.
Marcy is still coming to terms with the loss of Henry. When she returned back to work, she catches a case of the death of an Instagram influencer. Everything, about this murder did not make sense. Marcy and Angel (her partner) are trying to find the real murderer.
This story had many twist and turns. How did the murder really occur? Who was really responsible? To answer these questions you must read the book.
I really enjoying this series. I can’t wait for book 3!
Marcy is still coming to terms with the loss of Henry. When she returned back to work, she catches a case of the death of an Instagram influencer. Everything, about this murder did not make sense. Marcy and Angel (her partner) are trying to find the real murderer.
This story had many twist and turns. How did the murder really occur? Who was really responsible? To answer these questions you must read the book.
I really enjoying this series. I can’t wait for book 3!
March 12, 2024
I’ve loved every book I’ve read by Theo Baxter. This is the second book in the Detective Marty Kendrick series, and it does not disappoint. LAPD homicide detective. Marty Kendrick is going through a bad struggle at the moment she’s trying to get over the death of her lover, and the fact that her ex-husband is now her boss. Her boss and ex-husband is putting an extreme amount of pressure on her doing to a lot of her cases going cold and not being solved. So when an heiress is murdered Marty knows she needs to solve this case, and quickly in order to keep her job. But with things stacking up against Marty, is this even possible as this book takes several shocking turns.
April 29, 2025
Book 2 and just as good as the first Marcy’s ex husband is a whole lot more of annoying, but at least her partner Angel is back to work.
An event early on in the book sees Marcy having therapy after struggling with the death that happened in the previous book.
Her brother Stephen also reveals past trauma at the hands of their mother prior to her death.
A great thrilling read encased in the great characters in Marcy’s life.
Highly recommend this thrilling series and cannot wait to read the next 5 books 🥰
Thank you @zooloosbooktours @inkubatorbooks for having me on this boxset tour
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An event early on in the book sees Marcy having therapy after struggling with the death that happened in the previous book.
Her brother Stephen also reveals past trauma at the hands of their mother prior to her death.
A great thrilling read encased in the great characters in Marcy’s life.
Highly recommend this thrilling series and cannot wait to read the next 5 books 🥰
Thank you @zooloosbooktours @inkubatorbooks for having me on this boxset tour
#boxsettour #detectivemarcykendrickboxset #theobaxterbooks #thrillerbooks #bookstagram
March 12, 2024
A good second book in the Detective Marcy series. A heiress murdered, the only only witnesses her two sons - are they the killers? Interesting twists as the story progresses, and the story ties well together from start to finish. I'm looking forward to the next in the series.
I'm hoping Jordan's behaviour is not allowed to continue to escalate. He starts to become irritating, and there are other ways to create conflict/pressure.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I'm hoping Jordan's behaviour is not allowed to continue to escalate. He starts to become irritating, and there are other ways to create conflict/pressure.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 6, 2024
I read this book out of sync, but it didn't make a difference it can be read as a stand alone and it was just as exciting as the 1st one there's murder and mystery oh! and Det. Marcy's ex husband who's her superior and meaner than a rattle snake to her. Here's the really good part Detective Angel Reyes is her partner and he's panty melting handsome and the temptation is hard to resist. I'm looking forward to book 3.
March 12, 2024
Blood Line is not as good as Skin Deep, the first book in the series. The plot has been extensively explored by TV series and other thriller authors, although it does bear some differences. The story is well-written and Marcy's and Stephen's past is heartbreaking. Her relationship with her ex-husband and lieutenant is the worst-case scenario one would expect to find at work.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 13, 2024
This book picked up perfectly from Skin Deep and gave a story that I could really get in to. I am impressed thus far with this fantastically thrilling female detective novel. This is a story that I can say is impressive and I am truly glad that I got to read it. It gives me the chills and angst that I would expect from this story line! I Loved It!!! No Spoilers!.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 5, 2024
Suspenseful
This story will make you think twice about the covert operations run by the government. Luckily, Detective Marcy is not one to give up and she gets the evil monster responsible for manipulating a heinous murder. Marcy is passionate about her job and bringing justice to the victims, a great character. The story is original full of heated emotional scenes and I didn't want to put it down. Looking forward to reading more of her adventures.
This story will make you think twice about the covert operations run by the government. Luckily, Detective Marcy is not one to give up and she gets the evil monster responsible for manipulating a heinous murder. Marcy is passionate about her job and bringing justice to the victims, a great character. The story is original full of heated emotional scenes and I didn't want to put it down. Looking forward to reading more of her adventures.
February 27, 2024
Book 2 in the Marcy Kendrick series is an enjoyable read. The story moves along at a good pace and the developing characterisation is coming on nicely, although Jordan is really irritating me!. I liked the plotting and the twists with the ending wrapped up well. This is developing into a good detective thriller series. Thanks to Net Galley for my ARC.
March 10, 2024
I love a good detective book and this is one. This is the second book in the Detective Marcy Kendrick series. I enjoyed reading this book as much as I did the first one in this series. Marcy is on hunt for a serial killer. Such a wonderful book to read! I would highly recommend reading this book/series.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 18, 2024
Some of the situations in the premise of this book, even the series as a whole, require a great deal of suspension of disbelief--such as the ex being the heroine's immediate supervisor and constantly berating her in front of other cops. Despite those sometimes severe issues, the story itself is compelling. A 3.5 star read. Giving it 4 since I can't do halves.
March 4, 2024
After reading book 1 and 2 I have to admit I'm hooked on this series. I hope the next story will be published soon.
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March 10, 2024
This is a great crime Thriller I very much enjoyed reading this book it is got a great storyline it is very well written.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 4, 2024
Riveting
This series is just so incredible. It was fascinating to see how things unfolded in this case. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time. Can't wait for book 3.
This series is just so incredible. It was fascinating to see how things unfolded in this case. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time. Can't wait for book 3.
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