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Jo Pullinger #10
A Killer's Secret
Someone is out to kill Seattle’s Chief of Police.
Blaine Creighton is the CEO of a successful electronics company. One night, out of nowhere, he walks into a police station. And tries to murder Chief Nick Donovan.
Now Donovan wants answers. He wants justice. And he wants to find his fiancée, who has suddenly come up missing.
FBI Agent Jo Pullinger is put on the case. Right away, she knows it isn’t going to be open and shut. Because the missing fiancée just so happens to be Blaine Creighton’s sister.
And other unknown players are already moving in the shadows. Ready to strike with sudden and deadly force.
Jo’s about to be caught in the middle of a storm. Along with everyone she cares about.
Blaine Creighton is the CEO of a successful electronics company. One night, out of nowhere, he walks into a police station. And tries to murder Chief Nick Donovan.
Now Donovan wants answers. He wants justice. And he wants to find his fiancée, who has suddenly come up missing.
FBI Agent Jo Pullinger is put on the case. Right away, she knows it isn’t going to be open and shut. Because the missing fiancée just so happens to be Blaine Creighton’s sister.
And other unknown players are already moving in the shadows. Ready to strike with sudden and deadly force.
Jo’s about to be caught in the middle of a storm. Along with everyone she cares about.
383 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 23, 2024
About the author
Thomas Fincham
79 books160 followerspen name for Mobashar Qureshi
THOMAS FINCHAM holds a graduate degree in Economics. His travels throughout the world have given him an appreciation for other cultures and beliefs. He has lived in Africa, Asia, and North America. An avid reader of mysteries and thrillers, he decided to give writing a try. Several novels later, he can honestly say he has found his calling. He is married with two kids, and he lives in a hundred-year-old house. He is the author of LEE CALLAWAY series, the HYDER ALI series, the MARTIN RHODES series, and the ECHO ROSE series.
THOMAS FINCHAM holds a graduate degree in Economics. His travels throughout the world have given him an appreciation for other cultures and beliefs. He has lived in Africa, Asia, and North America. An avid reader of mysteries and thrillers, he decided to give writing a try. Several novels later, he can honestly say he has found his calling. He is married with two kids, and he lives in a hundred-year-old house. He is the author of LEE CALLAWAY series, the HYDER ALI series, the MARTIN RHODES series, and the ECHO ROSE series.
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Displaying 1 - 23 of 23 reviews
May 27, 2026
Not my favorite book in the series. This one had a weak plot and had me confusing some of the characters.
"Blaine Creighton is the CEO of a successful electronics company. One night, out of nowhere, he walks into a police station. And tries to murder Chief Nick Donovan.
Now Donovan wants answers. He wants justice. And he wants to find his fiancée, who has suddenly come up missing.
FBI Agent Jo Pullinger is put on the case. Right away, she knows it isn’t going to be open and shut. Because the missing fiancée just so happens to be Blaine Creighton’s sister.
And other unknown players are already moving in the shadows. Ready to strike with sudden and deadly force." synopsis copied
"Blaine Creighton is the CEO of a successful electronics company. One night, out of nowhere, he walks into a police station. And tries to murder Chief Nick Donovan.
Now Donovan wants answers. He wants justice. And he wants to find his fiancée, who has suddenly come up missing.
FBI Agent Jo Pullinger is put on the case. Right away, she knows it isn’t going to be open and shut. Because the missing fiancée just so happens to be Blaine Creighton’s sister.
And other unknown players are already moving in the shadows. Ready to strike with sudden and deadly force." synopsis copied
November 8, 2024
Secrets will be found out
Secrets never win and family makes it all make sense. Jo, Ford, and McKinley are back with an easy case that quickly shows itself as not easy. With the help of a former supervisor, a current FBI supervisor, and Larkin this trifecta works frantically to solve the case and secrets they find out along the way. Blaine got the worst of it, but was also brilliantly portrayed. The hospital featured prominently, but not Dr. Pavel! The ending was precious for Jo on the personal side and I can’t wait for the next book as I enjoy this series a lot!
Secrets never win and family makes it all make sense. Jo, Ford, and McKinley are back with an easy case that quickly shows itself as not easy. With the help of a former supervisor, a current FBI supervisor, and Larkin this trifecta works frantically to solve the case and secrets they find out along the way. Blaine got the worst of it, but was also brilliantly portrayed. The hospital featured prominently, but not Dr. Pavel! The ending was precious for Jo on the personal side and I can’t wait for the next book as I enjoy this series a lot!
October 20, 2025
Excellent series
I chose the highest rating because these books are excellent reading. It became more and more difficult to put a book down to attend to the necessities in my life because I couldn't wait to read what came next. I have read murder mysteries all of my life and this author is great at weaving different things together in a story then always giving the reader unexpected twists. I'm 76.
I will read all of the rest of his books because he is an excellent storyteller.
I chose the highest rating because these books are excellent reading. It became more and more difficult to put a book down to attend to the necessities in my life because I couldn't wait to read what came next. I have read murder mysteries all of my life and this author is great at weaving different things together in a story then always giving the reader unexpected twists. I'm 76.
I will read all of the rest of his books because he is an excellent storyteller.
September 25, 2024
Full of unusual surprises
This was really good. The story was unexpected Its always nice when the characters continue as in a series like this one. But the events were not in my imagination but guess that's why T. Fincham has written so many best seller books and I haven't. This story captures you right away until the last page.
This was really good. The story was unexpected Its always nice when the characters continue as in a series like this one. But the events were not in my imagination but guess that's why T. Fincham has written so many best seller books and I haven't. This story captures you right away until the last page.
October 3, 2024
what a sad, sad tale
Aside from the somewhat expected homicide(s), the centerpiece of this tale is a much-respected Chief who’s unmarried but engaged, with political aspirations.
When the Chief’s fiancée goes missing, the Chief’s elegantly crafted life and persona crumble, at first slowly but speeding toward a catastrophic avalanche of death and destruction.
Aside from the somewhat expected homicide(s), the centerpiece of this tale is a much-respected Chief who’s unmarried but engaged, with political aspirations.
When the Chief’s fiancée goes missing, the Chief’s elegantly crafted life and persona crumble, at first slowly but speeding toward a catastrophic avalanche of death and destruction.
November 7, 2024
I am a Jo Pullinger fan all the way. Love Thomas Fincham stories, I feel I am right with Jo and the gang. It kept me wanting to read to the end as fast as I could but now that I have I have to wait for book 11, its only till the 18th, so that's not to bad. I will be getting it on day one. Check out the stories with Jo Pullinger and her gang, you won't be sorry.
September 11, 2025
Another great plot that kept your interest going. Maybe not as complex a plot as in previous books but interesting enough to fly through the pages and read in one sitting. I like how the relationships between the characters keep growingies. and that add a level of believability to the story. Stinn binge reading my way through these books and will be sad to reach the end.
September 29, 2024
Can you say addicts
A story full of action and just about everybody was in the thick of it. Living the dream as caffeine addicts. Never have I read a story that included so much coffee.
A story full of action and just about everybody was in the thick of it. Living the dream as caffeine addicts. Never have I read a story that included so much coffee.
May 25, 2026
Loved it, Loved it, Loved it!
I can’t get enough of Jo Pullinger, McKinley and Ford. In real life, I know nothing lasts forever but I hope the adventures of these three Characters never end. I enjoy this series so much and can’t wait for the next Chapter in their lives.
I can’t get enough of Jo Pullinger, McKinley and Ford. In real life, I know nothing lasts forever but I hope the adventures of these three Characters never end. I enjoy this series so much and can’t wait for the next Chapter in their lives.
October 2, 2024
Awesome Read
Another great book by a gifted author. The storyline is exceptional & the twists and suspense totally awesome. Great read!
Another great book by a gifted author. The storyline is exceptional & the twists and suspense totally awesome. Great read!
October 2, 2024
NEVER DISAPPOINTS
Thomas Fincham books never disappoint. Always a quick easy read. Characters are well described and plot thought out every book.
Thomas Fincham books never disappoint. Always a quick easy read. Characters are well described and plot thought out every book.
October 3, 2024
one of the best ones
There were so many twist, turns and surprises at the end. And they just kept coming. I loved the way things wrapped up in the end.
There were so many twist, turns and surprises at the end. And they just kept coming. I loved the way things wrapped up in the end.
October 3, 2024
Good Guy?
Jo Pullinger has another exciting case to investigate, the FBI team is sent to help the city Police Department. Two thumbs up!
Jo Pullinger has another exciting case to investigate, the FBI team is sent to help the city Police Department. Two thumbs up!
October 12, 2024
Insane
This was a very good book with a twist. I almost finished in one night. I sure love Jo. Hope there is book 11.
This was a very good book with a twist. I almost finished in one night. I sure love Jo. Hope there is book 11.
October 20, 2024
Great read!!!
Each book in this series got better and better can’t wait for more in series or at least by this writer.
Each book in this series got better and better can’t wait for more in series or at least by this writer.
October 25, 2024
The secret is out
Wonderful from start to finish. Twists and turns all solve at the end. Great read.
Thomas Fincham you are a genius.
Wonderful from start to finish. Twists and turns all solve at the end. Great read.
Thomas Fincham you are a genius.
November 11, 2024
An excellent
Characters are just detailed enough
to make them interesting. The plot
moves along briskly, keeping attention.
Spend an afternoon with Fincham.
Characters are just detailed enough
to make them interesting. The plot
moves along briskly, keeping attention.
Spend an afternoon with Fincham.
March 28, 2025
Good read
Another good one by Thomas Fincham. Great characters and good storylines. Keeps you on the edge of your seat. Twists and turns to keep you reading.
Another good one by Thomas Fincham. Great characters and good storylines. Keeps you on the edge of your seat. Twists and turns to keep you reading.
June 11, 2025
WOW, Exciting!!!
I have really enjoyed all the Agent Johanna books I have read. This is another great one, twists, turns, and lots of suspense!!
I have really enjoyed all the Agent Johanna books I have read. This is another great one, twists, turns, and lots of suspense!!
August 23, 2025
I love all of Thomas Fincham books Jo Pullinger. Martin Rhodes. Excellent plot every time in every book.
September 3, 2025
These books just get better!
December 4, 2025
very interesting book . great series.
October 20, 2024
A great story
A great story that keeps you guessing through its twists and turns, until a surprise final outcome. And I loved the finale scene too! Highly recommended reading for all Jo Pullinger fans, and I can’t wait until the next book comes out.
A great story that keeps you guessing through its twists and turns, until a surprise final outcome. And I loved the finale scene too! Highly recommended reading for all Jo Pullinger fans, and I can’t wait until the next book comes out.
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