Martina Monroe returns in Her Fearless Pursuit, a gripping thriller that will test her investigative skills—and her resilience—like never before.
When a woman is discovered beaten and bloodied in a park, with no ID, no memory, and no past she can recall, Martina and her team at Drakos Monroe Security & Investigations are called in to uncover the truth. But from the start, this case defies all logic.
The woman, known only as "Jane Doe," has no fingerprints or DNA matches. No social media. No records. It’s as if she never existed. Every lead Martina follows only deepens the mystery, raising questions that pull her further into an unsettling puzzle. But when the team discovers someone silently watching Jane Doe from the shadows, the stakes take a sinister turn.
Who is Jane Doe? What secrets lie hidden in her fractured mind? And who is watching her?
As Martina delves deeper into the chilling web of lies, deceit, and long-buried truths, she uncovers revelations more shocking than anything she’s faced before.
Her Fearless Pursuit, Martina Monroe Book 13 picks up five years after the end of Echoes of Her, Martina Monroe Book 12, and Flawless, Book 5, the final book in the Selena Bailey series. Brace yourself for a rollercoaster of suspense, intrigue, and unexpected twists that will leave you breathless.
Perfect for fans of Karin Slaughter, Lisa Gardner, and Gillian Flynn, this thriller will keep you guessing until the very last page.
H. K. Christie watched horror films far too early in life. Inspired by the likes of Stephen King, Jodi Picoult, true crime podcasts, and a vivid imagination she now writes suspenseful thrillers. When not working on her latest novel, she can be found eating & drinking with friends, walking around the lakes, or playing with her favorite furry pal. She is a native and current resident of the San Francisco Bay Area.
The MARTINA MONROE series featuring Private Investigator Martina Monroe and her unofficial partner, Detective August Hirsch of the Cold Case Squad, is a nail-bing crime thriller series full of suspense. If you like high-stakes games, jaw-dropping twists, and embattled seekers struggling to do right, then you’ll love the thrilling Martina Monroe series.
The SELENA BAILEY series is a collection of suspenseful stories detailing one young woman's turbulent path to becoming a top-notch, kick-ass private investigator. If you like thrilling twists, dark tension, and smart and driven women, then you’ll love this new dark thriller series. A Permanent Mark is a suspenseful murder mystery featuring a grown-up Selena Bailey.
It’s been awhile since I’ve read a Martina book from H.K. Christie because I finished the series (so far), but THANKFULLY I’m on her ARC team so I got my hands on the next book, Her Fearless Pursuit, and yet again H.K. Did NOT disappoint!!
This series is so fast-paced, such an easy read that keeps you hooked, and every story has an exhilarating story behind it! You also get to follow Martina and her crew throughout the series, and you really grow to LOVE these characters!🥰
This story is about a woman who was found beaten and left for dead in a park. She has amnesia and can’t remember anything about her life. Martina and her private investigator crew take this case on pro bono to help this “Jane Doe” figure out her life. Jane starts off with having nightmares with a few distinct memories… then she starts having small memories appear as to who attacked her and why. With Martina and her PI crew’s help, Jane finds out the shocking truth of what really happened to her… and her baby!👀
This book’s publishing day is February 21! Which gives you just enough time to start from book #1 to learn a little more about Martina, her family, and friends. If you like SVU, you’ll love this series😻
A great mystery thriller / police procedural, involving a rescued woman with no memories of her assailants, no DNA, no birth certificate, nor social media traces. Taken from the view of “Jane Doe” and the private investigators working pro-bono, shocking twists are uncovered as Jane’s memories resurface. This is book 13 of the Martina Monroe series, but it was perfectly readable as a standalone.
While I enjoyed the mystery, the characters and that the last 20% really picked up in action, I struggled with certain elements. This included believability (unprofessional boundary crossings of letting a client [or potential suspect], stay at your house, bias towards the woman as the victim without objective priority) as well as a slow pacing, repetitive statements, or overuse of redundant sentences not needed to build suspense (eg. “what had they found?”). I also was disappointed that the conclusion didn’t provide adequate motive to connect why that particular person had done what they did. The history didn’t quite harmonise for me, how was it planned exactly? What were the emotions involved for that person?
Not a bad thriller for an easy read.
Thank you to NetGalley, H.K. Christie and Xpresso Book Tours for this advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
that case was CRAZY, very heavy law and order svu vibes and i loved it (but my favourite part was hirsch having to try and ‘dad’ selena, i can’t even lie).
Book#13 - Martina Monroe is called in on a case where a woman was found beaten and left in a park to die. When the woman is taken to the hospital, they discover she has no memory about what happened or no idea who she is. Martina and the team, which now includes her stepdaughter Selena, begin to work the case. They realize the woman may be in danger so they put her in a safe house while they try everything they can to find out who she is. Clues being to drop in their lap and they unearth several things about her. At the same time the missing woman begins to remember different things to help. Once all her memories return, she sets out on a destructive path to confront the people that beat her up and left her for dead. This places her life in jeopardy and she prays someone will find her before it’s too late.
Thanks to the Keekstar Media and Netgalley for this eARC.
A gripping, emotionally layered thriller that deepens the Martina Monroe saga, Her Fearless Pursuit blends procedural intensity with psychological intrigue. H.K. Christie delivers a high-stakes mystery that challenges memory, identity, and the ethics of investigation.
- Memory and Identity: The central mystery revolves around “Jane Doe,” a woman found beaten and bloodied with no memory, no ID, and no digital footprint. Christie uses this blank slate to explore how trauma fragments identity and how truth is reconstructed through both external investigation and internal recollection.
- Surveillance and Paranoia: The eerie presence of someone watching Jane Doe adds a layer of psychological tension, evoking themes of vulnerability and control.
- Legacy and Continuity: Set five years after Echoes of Her, the novel bridges the Martina Monroe and Selena Bailey series, introducing intergenerational dynamics and professional mentorship.
Martina Monroe, now married and leading Drakos Monroe Security & Investigations, is called to investigate a woman found near death in a park. With no fingerprints, no records, and no past, Jane Doe is a mystery that defies logic. As Martina, her stepdaughter Selena Bailey, and retired detective August Hirsch dig deeper, they uncover a chilling web of deceit, surveillance, and long-buried truths. The case becomes personal, testing Martina’s resilience and her team’s loyalty.
Martina remains a compelling protagonist—driven, principled, and emotionally grounded. Her evolution from a lone investigator to a mentor and leader adds depth. Selena Bailey, now part of the investigative team, brings youthful energy and emotional nuance. Hirsch’s return from retirement adds gravitas and a touch of nostalgia. Jane Doe, though initially a cipher, gradually becomes a symbol of resilience and mystery.
Her Fearless Pursuit is a strong continuation of the Martina Monroe series, offering both fans and newcomers a tightly plotted, emotionally resonant thriller. Christie’s ability to weave personal stakes into procedural frameworks makes this installment particularly compelling. While some readers may find the resolution too neatly tied, the journey there is rich with suspense and thematic depth.
H.K. Christie delivers a masterfully crafted psychological thriller in Her Fearless Pursuit, a novel that keeps readers questioning what is real and what is merely a trick of the mind. With a captivating storyline, complex characters, and a suspenseful narrative, this book is a standout in the genre.
At the heart of the novel is a strong, fearless female protagonist who drives the story forward with her determination and resilience. Her journey is filled with twists and turns, making it impossible to predict what will happen next. Christie’s writing style is both immersive and engaging, painting vivid pictures of the characters’ emotions and surroundings. The level of detail allows readers to form deep connections with the protagonist while feeling completely absorbed in the unfolding mystery.
What sets Her Fearless Pursuit apart is its ability to keep readers on edge, constantly questioning the reality of the events taking place. The psychological depth of the story, combined with moments of intense suspense, makes for a thrilling reading experience. The novel balances its fast-paced plot with moments of introspection, allowing readers to fully grasp the emotional weight of the protagonist’s journey.
Christie expertly weaves together an intricate narrative that leads to a stunning and unexpected twist. Just when the reader believes they have figured it out, the story takes another sharp turn, proving that nothing is quite as it seems. The novel’s pacing ensures that there is never a dull moment, making it difficult to put down.
As part of a series, Her Fearless Pursuit sets up a world that readers will want to return to again and again. Christie’s talent for storytelling shines through, making this book not only a compelling standalone read but also a thrilling introduction to what’s to come. Fans of psychological thrillers and strong female leads will find this book a must-read.
With its gripping plot, expertly developed characters, and a writing style that keeps readers hooked from beginning to end, Her Fearless Pursuit is a brilliant addition to the genre. H.K. Christie has crafted a novel that is as thought-provoking as it is exhilarating, leaving readers eagerly awaiting the next installment in the series.
Her Fearless Pursuit by H.K. Christie Release date: February 21, 2025
In Her Fearless Pursuit, the thirteenth installment of H.K. Christie’s Martina Monroe series, a woman is found battered and bloodied in a secluded park, with no memory of who she is or how she got there. With no identification and only fragmented recollections, she is a mystery wrapped in trauma. Investigator Martina Monroe is called in to uncover the truth, but what starts as a case of lost identity quickly spirals into something far more sinister.
As Martina peels back the layers of deception, she finds herself caught in a web of cryptic clues, false leads, and unsettling revelations. Every discovery raises more questions than answers, and with trust becoming a rare commodity, even her sharp instincts are put to the test. The tension is palpable, the atmosphere thick with uncertainty, and each twist adds to the growing sense of unease.
Christie’s writing is sharp and immersive, pulling readers into Martina’s relentless pursuit with vivid, cinematic descriptions and a pace that keeps you turning the pages. The characters feel authentic, their motivations layered and complex, making the stakes feel all the more real. Martina, as always, is a force—determined, intelligent, and deeply human, balancing grit with vulnerability.
This book is a masterclass in suspense, delivering a thrilling mix of mystery, psychological depth, and unexpected turns. Whether you’re a longtime fan of the series or diving in for the first time, Her Fearless Pursuit will keep you hooked from start to finish.
In this Martina Monroe series story, we find her daughter Zoe, and herself, have progressed in their personal lives. An unexpected and joyous development for both. Selena, Martina’s stepdaughter, plays a pivotal role when joining the investigation firm and their new case. Ms Christie hits it out of the park with this next story in Martina Monroe series. Not only are her private investigators working with her on this case, Hutch joins the case keeping the well oiled machine moving even better. Her stepdaughter plays a important role as an investigator in this story, and though not a blood relative to Martina, she functions with the same intelligence, analytical thinking and processing. Fast-paced storyline. The very talented writing kept me glued to my chair, flipping pages to keep up with the investigation. Reading quickly so I don’t miss out on any clues, being a part of the case. A thundering finish, amazing! Took me completely by surprise, which I love. I received a complimentary ARC, but I am voluntarily offering my personal opinion.
This is now book 13 of the Martina Monroe series. When a woman is discovered beaten and bloodied in a park with no memory, Martina and her team at Drakos Monroe Security & Investigations are called in. The author called in all the troups for this one. Martina’s stepdaughter Selena Bailey is here as well as Martina’s retired partner Sergeant Hirsh. The gangs all here for this one. As they slowly try to find out who did this to the woman, pieces of information slowly get discovered. Things take a turn as someone is watching them. I loved the story, as I have with all of the Martina books. As an aside…the cover of the book is awesome. I received an ARC copy from the author, and this is my honest review.
What would you do if you woke up one day beaten and left for dead without a single memory of what happened and how you got there? What would you do if there were no traces of you, no dental records, no driver’s license, it was as if you never existed? This is what Jane Doe is dealing with in this story. The police team her up with a private investigation team to see if they could track down her true identity. A few weeks in, Jane starts having flashes of memories which clue her in to the fact that she has a daughter and her daughter may have been taken from her. Now she must find out where her daughter is and who took her. Are they the same people that left her for dead? This was a quick read because I didn’t want to put it down. I needed to know what happened to her.
What the Shadows Know Found nearly beaten to death and with no memory of who she is, Jane Doe presents one of Martina Monroe’s most baffling cases yet. But Martina doesn’t back down from a mystery—especially not one as chilling and complex as this. This thriller had me turning pages from beginning to end. Jane has no fingerprints, no dental records, and no past to trace. How can Martina possibly uncover the truth? It takes sheer determination, clever investigation, and more than a few unexpected turns. If you enjoy stories that keep you guessing, this suspenseful read delivers. The mystery deepens with each chapter, and just when you think you’ve figured it out, the story shifts again. The resolution? It left me reeling.
After a woman is found beaten and no memory, Martina and her team from Drakos Monroe Security & Investigations are called in to help with the case.
Martina’s team started making some discoveries and putting some pieces together, while Jane Doe starts to remember a few little things. The more they dig, more Jane Doe remembers.
This book was very intriguing, suspenseful, a gripping fast paced thriller packed with unexpected twists, that had my jaw dropped.
This is book #13 of the Martina Monroe series that you don’t want to miss.
5/5 ⭐️ A girl is found in the park where she was left to die. She has no memory of anything that has happened in her life prior to this day. A man walking his dog finds her and gets her help. Then Martina Monroe and Selena Bailey are brought on to consult the case thanks to her buddy retired Sergeant Hirsh who still helps with the case as well. They call the girl Jane doe and work the case to try to figure out what happened to her. They learned she had a baby so where is the baby and how did she end up left to die in the park? Well you’ll have to read it to find out what Martina and the squad find out.
This book was brilliant! I haven't read any of the Martina Monroe books before this one, but this made me start searching for all the preceding books to try buy them.
I was hooked from the first page and I did not see that ending coming at all. I was shocked and then so happy and emotional all at the same time.
This book tugged on my heartstrings while still being a fantastic thriller that kept me on my toes at all times.
Selena was definitely my favourite character. The mental and emotional strength that she has is just so well portrayed.
Thanks to NetGally for the free arc in exchange for my honest opinion
Her Fearless Pursuit is the thirteenth book in the Martina Monroe series and it does not disappoint. In this one Martina's investigative skills, but also her resilience end up being tested like never before when a woman is discovered in a park. This was a fast paced read that had me turning pages until the very end. The author did a great job writing this one and it also keeps you guessing. Martina and her crew are amazing to follow along with as they try to figure what happened. The characters are great in this and I look forward to reading other books from this series. Thank you to the author for this ARC read in exchange of my honest review of Her Fearless Pursuit.
I waited patiently to see if I was chosen from NetGalley and wahoo, yes, finally! I have loved Martina Monroe from the first book. She is a real go getter and will stop and nothing to find the truth, within the bounds of process of the law, because she wants her investigation to stick. This book is suspenseful with some unexpected twists that I didn’t see coming. Sad that I am done, but again back to waiting on Martina’s next case to solve. Thank you for the ARC Net Galley #HerFearlessPursuit #HKChristie #MartinaMonroe #NetGalley
PI Martina Monroe is called in by the local police department to assist when a young woman is found after being attacked and left with no memory. With no DNA or facial recognition hits in any system, it is not going to be easy, but Martina and her team, which includes her step-daughter, Selena, are determined to find whoever attacked the victim and why. What they find are multiple lies, deceit and truths that have long been buried. But they finally get to the real sad truth. (Thanks to the author and the publisher for an advance copy)
What happened to the strong figure of Martina? This book was not a good example of this series. I expected a lot more from this author. Basically you know what is going on with Hannah from the very beginning. Their is no excitement. I have no idea why I finished reading until the very last page. i guess I kept expecting more. Please bring back stronger characters and a much better plot. I am not giving anything away, so readers can come to their own decisions.
I love all of HK Christie‘s books. She is an amazing writer ! Everyone of her books leaves me wanting more. I’m really excited that the Selina Bailey series has become part of the Martina Monroe series as well ! All her characters are awesome. Their personalities are great. So this book was a truly wild ride and one of my very favorites out of the series ! If you love action, intrigue, and excitement I highly recommend this book. I can’t wait to read more. !
Just finished this 13 book series and loved it! Throughout it, there was another 5 book mini-series intertwined and I just couldn't get enough! The author took her time telling the backstory of the characters, and each book felt like watching an episode of some kind of crime show as they worked through another case.. I was completely invested. I did find there was a little bit of unnatural/repetitive dialogue in a couple of the earlier books, but it seemed like that got better as time went on. Overall it was a 10/10 series and I'm looking forward to when the next sequel is released
A woman is found beaten and with no memory. Martina is asked to take the case and she does. She and her team at Drakos Investigations start investigating. However, the more they look, the more bizarre it gets. She has no history, no past, no driver license, no birth certificate, nothing. Jane Doe gets bits of memories and the team slowly pieces together her history. This is a great story wonderfully woven together through the viewpoints of each person.
Martina Monroe has a step daughter in this story who also is a PI, she along with Vincent and Hirch help.her find out who the victim is. The victim in the story was left for dead and has lost her memory each time they get closer to the truth things happen and cause them to wonder what exactly did Jane Doe do . Its a good story with lots of good and bad things happening!! I give it a5 Star recommendation!!
Her Fearless Pursuit (Martina Monroe Book 13) H.K. Christie
Another great book in this series. A women who has almost been murdered and services with no memory. She arrives for help and it takes the entire team to help and protect her. She slowly gains some memories but slowly as she is almost killed again. She has memories of a daughter and a strange previous life with old injuries and no birth record. It is an interesting read.
This felt like the old school Martina Monroe books I started reading a year ago this month and I couldn’t be happier. I don’t know what it is about the formula of this series that makes me much a fast reader, but it just works. I missed these characters so much and I couldn’t be happier with the way they came back together in this installment!
Martina and crew are called in to help a young woman in the hospital. She has amnesia and had been attacked in a park. The doctors say she had given birth but couldn’t say when. She can’t remember so the police asked Martina if she could help her. So Martina and crew began to dig and search to see who this young lady is. I really enjoyed this book it was a great story.
No spoilers- I enjoyed this installment of the series a lot. I appreciate the connection to characters we have gotten to know over the course of the series, but still primarily focusing on a new case/mystery to be solved. Martina continues to be one of my favorite female leads.
What was the real truth in this book. Was it a matter of a cult like lifestyle for the male to choose what happens, was it about being able to have complete control over others or was it just plain evil greed. No matter how you see this story there is enough evidence to point in all directions.
Once again Martina is back on the job. Why is there a severely injured woman with no memory. Who did this and why the secrets. Full of danger and suspense that will keep you trying to figure out what happened. As always fantastic.
This story captures the reader and pulls them in to a messed up twisted mystery. It keeps the reader interested and intrigued until the very end. A perfect read for a quiet afternoon.
Loved having Martina and Selena together! The authors ability to describe every detail really gets you sucked into these stories quickly. There are always twists and turns I didn’t see coming. This is one of my favorite series ever, I don’t even have a favorite because each one is so good.