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Jo Pullinger #4
Der Schatten eines Killer
Der Jäger wird zum Gejagten als FBI-Agentin Jo Pullinger darum kämpft, das ultimative Katz-und-Maus-Spiel zu überleben.
Special Agent Jo Pullinger freut sich, den Schulausflug ihrer Nichte begleiten zu dürfen. Es soll ein entspannter Tag fernab vom Stress ihres Jobs werden. Doch alles ändert sich schlagartig, als der Anruf eingeht, dass im Schulbus eine Bombe liegt.
Der Attentäter nennt sich Graff und möchte, dass Jo weiß, dass er es auf sie abgesehen hat.
Unterdessen beginnt Bryan Ford seine neue Karriere als Privatdetektiv. Er hat seiner Frau und seiner Tochter versprochen, von nun an weniger gefährliche Fälle zu übernehmen, Doch das Schicksal hat andere Pläne mit ihm.
Special Agent Jo Pullinger freut sich, den Schulausflug ihrer Nichte begleiten zu dürfen. Es soll ein entspannter Tag fernab vom Stress ihres Jobs werden. Doch alles ändert sich schlagartig, als der Anruf eingeht, dass im Schulbus eine Bombe liegt.
Der Attentäter nennt sich Graff und möchte, dass Jo weiß, dass er es auf sie abgesehen hat.
Unterdessen beginnt Bryan Ford seine neue Karriere als Privatdetektiv. Er hat seiner Frau und seiner Tochter versprochen, von nun an weniger gefährliche Fälle zu übernehmen, Doch das Schicksal hat andere Pläne mit ihm.
339 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 5, 2024
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About the author
Thomas Fincham
77 books153 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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October 29, 2024
Family is the heart
This one hits at Jo and her family. We have new agent, more time with her supervisor, the family is in danger, and Ford is back as a PI and then a consultant. The killer/stalker is creepy but efficient. Joe, the taxi driver, has a role again and I loved seeing him throughout the book. The story and case move fast and are very colorful and engaging. Another great book and a fascinating series.
This one hits at Jo and her family. We have new agent, more time with her supervisor, the family is in danger, and Ford is back as a PI and then a consultant. The killer/stalker is creepy but efficient. Joe, the taxi driver, has a role again and I loved seeing him throughout the book. The story and case move fast and are very colorful and engaging. Another great book and a fascinating series.
April 6, 2023
This one almost crosses the line
Between the heartbreaking conflict between the safety of loved ones and duty and the insanity of this perpetrator, this tale of tragedy almost gives me a feeling of being exposed to something, slimy, nasty and unclean. I am not quite sure why; the writing of James Burke’s daughter (is her name Alafair?) gives the the same discomfort.
That being said, it’s my own discomfort; Thomas Fincham’s writing is as skilled as in previous works. Maybe it’s just my old age catching up with me.
Between the heartbreaking conflict between the safety of loved ones and duty and the insanity of this perpetrator, this tale of tragedy almost gives me a feeling of being exposed to something, slimy, nasty and unclean. I am not quite sure why; the writing of James Burke’s daughter (is her name Alafair?) gives the the same discomfort.
That being said, it’s my own discomfort; Thomas Fincham’s writing is as skilled as in previous works. Maybe it’s just my old age catching up with me.
June 8, 2025
A mood for conundrums...
No matter how careful she is , the bad guys always find her. former Detective Bryan and Agent McKinley back her constantly and give her support whenever needed. The new Agent Swann comes on the scene rather abruptly to confuse the mix. Dead bodies are all around her and give her reason to guard her family. Good storyline and thanks TF for another insight to FBI life and tribulations.
No matter how careful she is , the bad guys always find her. former Detective Bryan and Agent McKinley back her constantly and give her support whenever needed. The new Agent Swann comes on the scene rather abruptly to confuse the mix. Dead bodies are all around her and give her reason to guard her family. Good storyline and thanks TF for another insight to FBI life and tribulations.
December 27, 2025
Great, heart blog being read.!
I'm really loving No Pullinger & Bryan Ford,also Sam, Kim, niece Crissy.
Thus us a great series, filled in with twisted & turns that keep you guessing this one especially. The characters are real people, not stiff cut-out lawman-& women. They have flaws & fears, ideally love their families & are sometimes tired of their jobs.I also enjoy that more people are starting to join the storylines & widen their worlds.
On to the next adventure!
I'm really loving No Pullinger & Bryan Ford,also Sam, Kim, niece Crissy.
Thus us a great series, filled in with twisted & turns that keep you guessing this one especially. The characters are real people, not stiff cut-out lawman-& women. They have flaws & fears, ideally love their families & are sometimes tired of their jobs.I also enjoy that more people are starting to join the storylines & widen their worlds.
On to the next adventure!
March 28, 2023
An amazing read in this series and I feel the best yet. Jo gets tangled once again in the life of a psychopath, who resembles the new agent called Swann. Two cases end up crossing over with her old friend Bryan Ford, who is now a private detective. Together can they catch the psychopath who has been stalking Jo. Another fast paced, exciting read from Thomas Fincham.
April 7, 2023
Good read
It's hard not to get immersed in a Thomas Fincham's book. The read is easy to follow, the characters have great chemistry and the story itself is good. The right amount of mind games and a perfect amount of crazies.
It's hard not to get immersed in a Thomas Fincham's book. The read is easy to follow, the characters have great chemistry and the story itself is good. The right amount of mind games and a perfect amount of crazies.
April 10, 2023
a mind twister!
A mind twister of a book that really keeps you guessing. Loved seeing Jo and Bryan together again, and the crazy bad guy was well written. Highly recommended reading.
A mind twister of a book that really keeps you guessing. Loved seeing Jo and Bryan together again, and the crazy bad guy was well written. Highly recommended reading.
April 15, 2023
Intriguing
Very interesting storyline. I have enjoyed all the books in this series, this one was as not as gruesome as the others but still exciting. Enjoyed he characters and their connection to and with each other.
Definitely a good read.
Very interesting storyline. I have enjoyed all the books in this series, this one was as not as gruesome as the others but still exciting. Enjoyed he characters and their connection to and with each other.
Definitely a good read.
June 12, 2023
Great
Out of all the series, the jo pullinger series is quickly becoming a favorite. While this one you didn't have to guess who the killer was, it was still edge of your seat what's going to happen next. Easy read.
Out of all the series, the jo pullinger series is quickly becoming a favorite. While this one you didn't have to guess who the killer was, it was still edge of your seat what's going to happen next. Easy read.
July 29, 2023
Great, thrilling read.
I love the Jo Pullinger series. Well written, great characters and thrilling storylines. I do, however, feel sorry for people, who are close to Jo, as they undoubtedly get entangled in her investigations.
I would highly recommend.
I love the Jo Pullinger series. Well written, great characters and thrilling storylines. I do, however, feel sorry for people, who are close to Jo, as they undoubtedly get entangled in her investigations.
I would highly recommend.
January 5, 2024
Killer's Reasoning
Jo has a stalker, but is it someone she knows? Will his path of destruction explain his choices? Fincham is once again a masterful storyteller who brings the different plot threads together.
Jo has a stalker, but is it someone she knows? Will his path of destruction explain his choices? Fincham is once again a masterful storyteller who brings the different plot threads together.
February 20, 2024
Right up my alley
Jo Pullinger is such a good choice for the lead character. She is smart, strong willed, and intuitive. This author is truly a master in his craft. His stories push all my reader's buttons. Great work and a great story. Read and enjoy..
Jo Pullinger is such a good choice for the lead character. She is smart, strong willed, and intuitive. This author is truly a master in his craft. His stories push all my reader's buttons. Great work and a great story. Read and enjoy..
April 19, 2024
Creepy killer!!
Thomas Fincham always keeps us guessing, and he really has done a great job with the Jo Pullinger character. I would like to see her and her buddy Ford team up together again, they are like the Ying and the Yang!
Thomas Fincham always keeps us guessing, and he really has done a great job with the Jo Pullinger character. I would like to see her and her buddy Ford team up together again, they are like the Ying and the Yang!
September 8, 2024
Great Read
With a killer cold enough to chill my bones and bodies dropping fast A KILLER’S SHADOW kept my attention straight through.
They could subtitle Fincham’s books, NO DULL MOMENTS.
With a killer cold enough to chill my bones and bodies dropping fast A KILLER’S SHADOW kept my attention straight through.
They could subtitle Fincham’s books, NO DULL MOMENTS.
January 14, 2025
I've Been Watching You
A bomb threat was made on the bus Crissy, Jo's niece was riding on a field trip. Strange beginning of a case of murder, near kidnapping and an obsession with Jo.
A bomb threat was made on the bus Crissy, Jo's niece was riding on a field trip. Strange beginning of a case of murder, near kidnapping and an obsession with Jo.
February 3, 2025
This series gets better with each book!
Fincham writes great characters - even the villains. The supporting characters are also well-developed: adding interest and some laughs. The relationship between Jo and Ford gets better with every case.
Fincham writes great characters - even the villains. The supporting characters are also well-developed: adding interest and some laughs. The relationship between Jo and Ford gets better with every case.
August 22, 2025
Another good read in this series. The plot is interesting and keep your interest. The writing style flows and there are no parts that drag, the books maintains the same level of interest throughout.
April 7, 2023
Another great read
I can't stand it when a book is bad, but I hate it when they're good too because I finish them too fast. Another great book finished to fast.
I can't stand it when a book is bad, but I hate it when they're good too because I finish them too fast. Another great book finished to fast.
April 20, 2023
Exciting, thrilling and unputdownable!
April 28, 2023
Another page turner
I enjoyed reading about Agent Jo Pullinger and the other characters and in time how everything comes together, job and family become one issue.
I enjoyed reading about Agent Jo Pullinger and the other characters and in time how everything comes together, job and family become one issue.
July 19, 2023
Wrong one of Love
The characters are very believable and we could feel like we were there with them. I'm still wondering why the Swann character had to be thrown in.
The characters are very believable and we could feel like we were there with them. I'm still wondering why the Swann character had to be thrown in.
July 25, 2023
a killers shadow
Wow your books get better each time I thoroughly enjoyed this couldn’t put it down thank you Mr Fincham another hit
Wow your books get better each time I thoroughly enjoyed this couldn’t put it down thank you Mr Fincham another hit
September 27, 2023
Great Book
Just another in a long list of excellent books. A great read with lots of twists and turns. I highly recommend.
Just another in a long list of excellent books. A great read with lots of twists and turns. I highly recommend.
August 19, 2024
Another Great Read
Thought I guessed the killer! Totally wrong. Good read; kept me on my toes. I’m like oh no, not again. But, Jo gets it done.
Thought I guessed the killer! Totally wrong. Good read; kept me on my toes. I’m like oh no, not again. But, Jo gets it done.
August 20, 2024
great read!!!
Each box in this series gets better and better. It’s a great read very hard to put down can’t wait to start next in series.
Each box in this series gets better and better. It’s a great read very hard to put down can’t wait to start next in series.
October 1, 2024
Love these series
February 14, 2025
Keeps getting better
May 21, 2025
Good read. Love Jo Pullinger.
June 2, 2025
page turner
I loved this book. Read in a few days since hard to put down. Keeps you on edge. This was the fourth one, now on to the fifth… Keep them coming 😉
I loved this book. Read in a few days since hard to put down. Keeps you on edge. This was the fourth one, now on to the fifth… Keep them coming 😉
September 11, 2025
Wonderful story
I loved this book. Admittedly I did lose sleep.
Fincham makes these characters come to life
I am ready for the next Jo Pullinger case.
I loved this book. Admittedly I did lose sleep.
Fincham makes these characters come to life
I am ready for the next Jo Pullinger case.
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