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CJ O'Hara #4
The Last Cabin: A heart-racing crime and mystery thriller
Sometimes there’s no escaping evil...
When Detective CJ O’Hara and her fiancé, Investigator Ben Parrish, retreat to an isolated fishing lodge in Alaska for a romantic vacation, they’re thrilled to book the last cabin of the season and have a week away from fighting crime.
But the peace is short-lived when a young woman is brutally murdered, and a massive storm moves in, leaving the guests and crew stranded with no way to communicate…or escape.
Surrounded by suspects, CJ and Ben race to solve the crime — without weapons, forensics, or backup. By the time another body is discovered, CJ is forced to work solo. Amid the raging weather and a power outage, who can she trust, and can she capture the killer before it’s too late?
The Last Cabin is a gripping, mystery thriller that will leave crime fiction and whodunit fans wanting more. Be sure to catch the fourth book in the CJ O’Hara Crime Thrillers Series!
When Detective CJ O’Hara and her fiancé, Investigator Ben Parrish, retreat to an isolated fishing lodge in Alaska for a romantic vacation, they’re thrilled to book the last cabin of the season and have a week away from fighting crime.
But the peace is short-lived when a young woman is brutally murdered, and a massive storm moves in, leaving the guests and crew stranded with no way to communicate…or escape.
Surrounded by suspects, CJ and Ben race to solve the crime — without weapons, forensics, or backup. By the time another body is discovered, CJ is forced to work solo. Amid the raging weather and a power outage, who can she trust, and can she capture the killer before it’s too late?
The Last Cabin is a gripping, mystery thriller that will leave crime fiction and whodunit fans wanting more. Be sure to catch the fourth book in the CJ O’Hara Crime Thrillers Series!
377 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 23, 2024
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About the author
John Deal
4 books282 followersJohn is an author of crime and mystery thrillers and a reader of many genres. His debut novel, All the Natural Beauties, introduces Detective CJ O’Hara, and he continues to follow her and other relatable characters in the CJ O’Hara Crime Thrillers series.
John grew up near Nashville, Tennessee, and now lives in the California Bay Area. His love for the South Carolina Lowcountry stems from the time he spent living in a beach house outside Charleston. This portion of his life inspires his writing and many of his characters. Besides books, he loves spending time with his family, especially his two grandkids, and going to the mountains, the beach, and fishing in Alaska.
You’ll enjoy John’s books if you like thrillers filled with mystery and suspense. His fast-paced plots twist and turn, and he’ll surprise you . . . his antagonists will make you keep your lights on as you wander through the beautiful and historic Lowcountry.
John grew up near Nashville, Tennessee, and now lives in the California Bay Area. His love for the South Carolina Lowcountry stems from the time he spent living in a beach house outside Charleston. This portion of his life inspires his writing and many of his characters. Besides books, he loves spending time with his family, especially his two grandkids, and going to the mountains, the beach, and fishing in Alaska.
You’ll enjoy John’s books if you like thrillers filled with mystery and suspense. His fast-paced plots twist and turn, and he’ll surprise you . . . his antagonists will make you keep your lights on as you wander through the beautiful and historic Lowcountry.
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July 26, 2024
Wow! This was a great book!! I hadn't planned on it but when I got it I started and did not get up till I was finished! I love CJ O'Hara. This is the 4th book but if your new it reads great as a stand alone as well but you'll definitely want to read first 3 as well!! Excellent work Mr Deal, can't wait for #5!!!
July 25, 2024
The Last Cabin by John Deal
5 stars for another thrilling book from John Deal!
Detective CJ O’Hara and her fiancée fly to the beautiful state of Alaska for some R and R. CJ will be required to use all her detective skills to solve a murder as well as utilize all the vacationers help for a race against time before “Who will be next?”.
5 stars for another thrilling book from John Deal!
Detective CJ O’Hara and her fiancée fly to the beautiful state of Alaska for some R and R. CJ will be required to use all her detective skills to solve a murder as well as utilize all the vacationers help for a race against time before “Who will be next?”.
July 15, 2024
Wow! Incredible, suspenseful read!! Couldn’t put it down!! Short chapters made for easy reading & a definite page turner of suspects & who done it! Author did it again!! Read all the books in series & they keep getting better & better! Nice job!! A 5 star keep you guessing book
October 6, 2024
The Last Cabin, a CJ O’Hare crime thriller, combines a romantic, remote Alaskan vacation, a violent storm and a mysterious murder!
With so many suspects, can CJ and Ben solve this terrifying crime with no forensics, weapons or back-up?
This sensational psychological suspense is a must-read! 5 stars!
With so many suspects, can CJ and Ben solve this terrifying crime with no forensics, weapons or back-up?
This sensational psychological suspense is a must-read! 5 stars!
July 24, 2024
The Last Cabin brings all the excitement of its predecessors as we experience CJ’s next entanglement with a killer. Even on vacation she seems to be a magnet for trouble and the wide assortment of characters at the lodge provides plenty of suspects. Fast paced action and unforeseen twists make it a must read.
July 24, 2024
I really enjoyed The Last Cabin. It kept me interested with the twists and turns in each chapter. John Deal is a very talented writer. I have read all of his books and am looking forward to his next book
July 15, 2024
Did you ever read a book and find yourself hurrying through the last few chapters cause you just got to know what’s going to happen? Well, this book is like that.
Book four starts off with Uncle Harry chasing down someone called The Butcher during his days on the force. Who is this mysterious man? Is he still alive and hunting? So right off the bat, you’re drawn into the story.
The Last Cabin incorporates characters found in Under a Blood Moon. Grannie makes an appearance along with a dire observation through one of her visions. Will CJ heed the warning? Does she believe in the sight? Will her logical side override her superstitions and gut feelings? Not giving any spoilers away – read the book and find out!
Finally, we see CJ and Ben become a couple. To celebrate their love, off to Alaska they go! Once they reach their remote lodge, they try to keep low profile and not admit that they’re law enforcement. The dream of rest, fishing, and alone time is shattered once the storm of the century rolls in. And then a body is discovered. Now CJ and Ben do what they do best – investigate. Too bad not everyone at the cabin is cooperating. Is it the Butcher? A new threat? Lot of tense moments on this so-called vacation. Plus, it seems everyone at the Lodge has something to hide but as we all know, secrets never stay hidden. The story just grows and grows through each chapter. CJ and Ben do their best to keep everyone safe, but some don’t want to listen. It’s a fast-paced whodunit in true CJ O’Hara style. Another 10-star rating!
Book four starts off with Uncle Harry chasing down someone called The Butcher during his days on the force. Who is this mysterious man? Is he still alive and hunting? So right off the bat, you’re drawn into the story.
The Last Cabin incorporates characters found in Under a Blood Moon. Grannie makes an appearance along with a dire observation through one of her visions. Will CJ heed the warning? Does she believe in the sight? Will her logical side override her superstitions and gut feelings? Not giving any spoilers away – read the book and find out!
Finally, we see CJ and Ben become a couple. To celebrate their love, off to Alaska they go! Once they reach their remote lodge, they try to keep low profile and not admit that they’re law enforcement. The dream of rest, fishing, and alone time is shattered once the storm of the century rolls in. And then a body is discovered. Now CJ and Ben do what they do best – investigate. Too bad not everyone at the cabin is cooperating. Is it the Butcher? A new threat? Lot of tense moments on this so-called vacation. Plus, it seems everyone at the Lodge has something to hide but as we all know, secrets never stay hidden. The story just grows and grows through each chapter. CJ and Ben do their best to keep everyone safe, but some don’t want to listen. It’s a fast-paced whodunit in true CJ O’Hara style. Another 10-star rating!
July 23, 2024
This is the 4th book in the CJ O’Hara series and I hope the author keeps the series going. Fast-paced and atmospheric, this is a nail-biting whodunit. You will get chills, whether from the Alaskan setting or the spine-tingling suspense, that remains to be determined.
July 9, 2024
So happy to read another book about my favorite character, Detective CJ O’Hara! CJ and her fiancé, Ben are excited for a romantic vacation at a fishing lodge in Alaska. But it doesn’t stay peaceful for long. A young woman is murdered and a raging storm comes in. With no way to communicate with the outside world, CJ and Ben try to figure out who the murderer is and keep everyone safe.
This was an action packed, edge of your seat thriller! Every page had action and stress!! I loved it, this entire series is amazing and I love following CJ’s story.
This was an action packed, edge of your seat thriller! Every page had action and stress!! I loved it, this entire series is amazing and I love following CJ’s story.
February 23, 2025
I thoroughly enjoyed this thriller. Every twist and turn made it more interesting. I can't wait for what John Deal releases next.
July 27, 2024
Our street smart detective, CJ, is trying to leave her job behind by vacationing in beautiful Alaska. When evil arises, CJ uses her street smarts to protect other innocent vacationers from the murderer while getting to the bottom of the terrible secrets hidden at Paradise Cove. Author John Deal has crafted another great read for crime thriller fans!
August 25, 2024
Thank you John Deal for the generous gift of The Last Cabin audiobook!
I listened to the first 3 books in the series last month and couldn’t wait to listen to The Last Cabin when it became available. CJ O’Hara is ready for a relaxing vacation with her fiancé in Alaska. This goes from the perfect getaway to locked “room” thriller in no time. There’s no way to leave the remote location during a dangerous storm, but there’s a murderer among them.
I enjoyed continuing to follow CJ’s journey and see her story unfold.
I listened to the first 3 books in the series last month and couldn’t wait to listen to The Last Cabin when it became available. CJ O’Hara is ready for a relaxing vacation with her fiancé in Alaska. This goes from the perfect getaway to locked “room” thriller in no time. There’s no way to leave the remote location during a dangerous storm, but there’s a murderer among them.
I enjoyed continuing to follow CJ’s journey and see her story unfold.
February 3, 2025
What can I say? I simply cannot get enough of this series! John Deal has an incredible talent for crafting strong female characters, and CJ is a shining example. She's not only strong and resilient but also highly intelligent.
In "The Last Cabin," John takes his storytelling to new heights. When Detective CJ O’Hara and her fiancé, Investigator Ben Parrish, decide to take a vacation to a fishing retreat in Alaska, sometimes work just follows.
I adore the dynamic between CJ and Ben, and their expectations for a relaxing vacation made me chuckle.
The combination of murder, and being stranded due to a violent storm that hit had me fearing for the characters as they were trapped with no way out, which only intensified the already gripping storyline.
John Deal is a remarkable author who truly knows how to weave a captivating story. His vivid descriptions transport me straight to picturesque Alaska. It's as if I'm right there, experiencing the beauty and adventure firsthand.
This book is a thrilling ride from start to finish! I'm eagerly hoping for more books in this series and can’t wait to see what CJ and Ben face next.
In "The Last Cabin," John takes his storytelling to new heights. When Detective CJ O’Hara and her fiancé, Investigator Ben Parrish, decide to take a vacation to a fishing retreat in Alaska, sometimes work just follows.
I adore the dynamic between CJ and Ben, and their expectations for a relaxing vacation made me chuckle.
The combination of murder, and being stranded due to a violent storm that hit had me fearing for the characters as they were trapped with no way out, which only intensified the already gripping storyline.
John Deal is a remarkable author who truly knows how to weave a captivating story. His vivid descriptions transport me straight to picturesque Alaska. It's as if I'm right there, experiencing the beauty and adventure firsthand.
This book is a thrilling ride from start to finish! I'm eagerly hoping for more books in this series and can’t wait to see what CJ and Ben face next.
February 20, 2025
The Last Cabin is my favorite book in CJ O’Hara Crime Thriller series. CJ and her fiancé Ben go to remote fishing retreat in Alaska on romance vacation to end up in a storm that takes out the power and all communication to the outside world. The storm is here to stay for several days. On top of all that there a murder female guest found in the lake. As CJ and Ben start to investigate the murder when they realize the owners of the retreat, several staff and guests have secrets. A second female is found murder. As the plot thickens there more unanswered questions that add to the mystery to who did it and why. John Deal keeps you guessing until the last few chapters.
May 5, 2025
Excellent series!!
This is such an amazing series that definitely leaves you wanting more!! I cannot wait for the next book from this talented author!!
This is such an amazing series that definitely leaves you wanting more!! I cannot wait for the next book from this talented author!!
January 27, 2025
Exciting all the way through
This was a very exciting story , kept me interested on every page there was a mystery and had a hard time putting it down to go to bed and was sorry when it ended. Any one who likes murder mysteries will enjoy this one I did.
This was a very exciting story , kept me interested on every page there was a mystery and had a hard time putting it down to go to bed and was sorry when it ended. Any one who likes murder mysteries will enjoy this one I did.
July 24, 2024
Excellent Fourth Installment
Another excellent CJ O'Hara book! I really enjoyed the fast pace of this one. So much chaos in one small place, and it was so well done. I look forward to the next adventure!!
Another excellent CJ O'Hara book! I really enjoyed the fast pace of this one. So much chaos in one small place, and it was so well done. I look forward to the next adventure!!
August 3, 2024
So good!
July 24, 2024
Did you ever read a book and find yourself hurrying through the last few chapters cause you just got to know what’s going to happen? Well, this book is like that.
Book four starts off with Uncle Harry chasing down someone called The Butcher during his days on the force. Who is this mysterious man? Is he still alive and hunting? So right off the bat, you’re drawn into the story.
The Last Cabin incorporates characters found in Under a Blood Moon. Grannie makes an appearance along with a dire observation through one of her visions. Will CJ heed the warning? Does she believe in the sight? Will her logical side override her superstitions and gut feelings? Not giving any spoilers away – read the book and find out!
Finally, we see CJ and Ben become a couple. To celebrate their love, off to Alaska they go! Once they reach their remote lodge, they try to keep low profile and not admit that they’re law enforcement. The dream of rest, fishing, and alone time is shattered once the storm of the century rolls in. And then a body is discovered. Now CJ and Ben do what they do best – investigate. Too bad not everyone at the cabin is cooperating. Is it the Butcher? A new threat? Lot of tense moments on this so-called vacation. Plus, it seems everyone at the Lodge has something to hide but as we all know, secrets never stay hidden. The story just grows and grows through each chapter. CJ and Ben do their best to keep everyone safe, but some don’t want to listen. It’s a fast-paced whodunit in true CJ O’Hara style. Another 10-star rating!
Book four starts off with Uncle Harry chasing down someone called The Butcher during his days on the force. Who is this mysterious man? Is he still alive and hunting? So right off the bat, you’re drawn into the story.
The Last Cabin incorporates characters found in Under a Blood Moon. Grannie makes an appearance along with a dire observation through one of her visions. Will CJ heed the warning? Does she believe in the sight? Will her logical side override her superstitions and gut feelings? Not giving any spoilers away – read the book and find out!
Finally, we see CJ and Ben become a couple. To celebrate their love, off to Alaska they go! Once they reach their remote lodge, they try to keep low profile and not admit that they’re law enforcement. The dream of rest, fishing, and alone time is shattered once the storm of the century rolls in. And then a body is discovered. Now CJ and Ben do what they do best – investigate. Too bad not everyone at the cabin is cooperating. Is it the Butcher? A new threat? Lot of tense moments on this so-called vacation. Plus, it seems everyone at the Lodge has something to hide but as we all know, secrets never stay hidden. The story just grows and grows through each chapter. CJ and Ben do their best to keep everyone safe, but some don’t want to listen. It’s a fast-paced whodunit in true CJ O’Hara style. Another 10-star rating!
July 19, 2024
Another heart pounding thriller from John Deal! The characters you've fallen in love with from his previous books, CJ O'Hara and Ben Parrish, are headed to Alaska for a much needed vacation. The setting is an isolated island with no cell service and a severe storm headed their way. Adding to the tension, there is a murderer in their midst. What a roller-coaster ride, guessing who is the perpetrator! This is a real page turner, but don't turn the pages too fast or you'll miss out on the incredible descriptive writing by the author. There are twists and turns and a surprise at the end. I highly recommend this exciting thriller and the other three books in the CJ O'Hara crime series.
July 21, 2024
10 Stars would be more appropriate for this fast paced thriller!! CJ O' Hara has her hands full in this murder who dunnit that keeps the reader enthralled from the first page with trying to figure this one out.
Once you get started, you can't put it down. Read ASAP!!
Once you get started, you can't put it down. Read ASAP!!
September 24, 2024
The rave reviews on this are quite suspicious. Don’t fall for them. This is nothing special. The plot is shit, but it’s decently written. 2.8 stars or something along those lines
February 4, 2025
kept me interested the entire book
A good who done it with interesting characters. I was drawn to read it because of the setting being Alaska. It was an easy and interesting read.
A good who done it with interesting characters. I was drawn to read it because of the setting being Alaska. It was an easy and interesting read.
April 11, 2025
Didn’t do what I needed it to do. I had high hopes for this book. But the writing style made it very hard to keep up.
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