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Alison Payne #2
Say When
“A masterpiece of thriller and mystery.”
—Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone)
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Prison psychologist Dr. Alison Payne has interviewed hundreds of convicted killers, advocating for their release—or determining if they should remain behind bars.
But when a string of murders eerily replicates the unsolved case of Alison’s sister, she is thrust into a spine-chilling game by a serial killer who knows her too well. Alison must confront her own past and decode the killer's clues before another young woman meets a tragic end.
SAY WHEN (BOOK #2) is the second book in a long-anticipated new series by #1 bestseller and USA Today bestselling author Blake Pierce, whose bestseller Once Gone (a free download) has received over 7,000 five star ratings and reviews. The series begins with SAY DIE (BOOK #1).
The Alison Payne mystery series is a page turning suspense ride, immersing you in a captivating cat-and-mouse game brimming with shocking twists. This refreshing take on the thriller genre features an ingenious female protagonist who can outsmart them all, and who is guaranteed to capture your heart. Fans of Rachel Caine, Karin Slaughter, and Melinda Leigh are sure to fall in love.
Future books in the series are also available!
“An edge of your seat thriller in a new series that keeps you turning pages! ...So many twists, turns and red herrings… I can't wait to see what happens next.”
—Reader review (Her Last Wish)
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“A strong, complex story about two FBI agents trying to stop a serial killer. If you want an author to capture your attention and have you guessing, yet trying to put the pieces together, Pierce is your author!”
—Reader review (Her Last Wish)
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“A typical Blake Pierce twisting, turning, roller coaster ride suspense thriller. Will have you turning the pages to the last sentence of the last chapter!!!”
—Reader review (City of Prey)
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“Right from the start we have an unusual protagonist that I haven't seen done in this genre before. The action is nonstop… A very atmospheric novel that will keep you turning pages well into the wee hours.”
—Reader review (City of Prey)
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“Everything that I look for in a book… a great plot, interesting characters, and grabs your interest right away. The book moves along at a breakneck pace and stays that way until the end. Now on go I to book two!”
—Reader review (Girl, Alone)
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“Exciting, heart pounding, edge of your seat book… a must read for mystery and suspense readers!”
—Reader review (Girl, Alone)
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—Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Prison psychologist Dr. Alison Payne has interviewed hundreds of convicted killers, advocating for their release—or determining if they should remain behind bars.
But when a string of murders eerily replicates the unsolved case of Alison’s sister, she is thrust into a spine-chilling game by a serial killer who knows her too well. Alison must confront her own past and decode the killer's clues before another young woman meets a tragic end.
SAY WHEN (BOOK #2) is the second book in a long-anticipated new series by #1 bestseller and USA Today bestselling author Blake Pierce, whose bestseller Once Gone (a free download) has received over 7,000 five star ratings and reviews. The series begins with SAY DIE (BOOK #1).
The Alison Payne mystery series is a page turning suspense ride, immersing you in a captivating cat-and-mouse game brimming with shocking twists. This refreshing take on the thriller genre features an ingenious female protagonist who can outsmart them all, and who is guaranteed to capture your heart. Fans of Rachel Caine, Karin Slaughter, and Melinda Leigh are sure to fall in love.
Future books in the series are also available!
“An edge of your seat thriller in a new series that keeps you turning pages! ...So many twists, turns and red herrings… I can't wait to see what happens next.”
—Reader review (Her Last Wish)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“A strong, complex story about two FBI agents trying to stop a serial killer. If you want an author to capture your attention and have you guessing, yet trying to put the pieces together, Pierce is your author!”
—Reader review (Her Last Wish)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“A typical Blake Pierce twisting, turning, roller coaster ride suspense thriller. Will have you turning the pages to the last sentence of the last chapter!!!”
—Reader review (City of Prey)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Right from the start we have an unusual protagonist that I haven't seen done in this genre before. The action is nonstop… A very atmospheric novel that will keep you turning pages well into the wee hours.”
—Reader review (City of Prey)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Everything that I look for in a book… a great plot, interesting characters, and grabs your interest right away. The book moves along at a breakneck pace and stays that way until the end. Now on go I to book two!”
—Reader review (Girl, Alone)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Exciting, heart pounding, edge of your seat book… a must read for mystery and suspense readers!”
—Reader review (Girl, Alone)
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147 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 8, 2025
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About the author
Blake Pierce
685 books5,776 followersBlake Pierce is author of the bestselling RILEY PAGE mystery series, which includes seven books (and counting). Blake Pierce is also the author of the MACKENZIE WHITE mystery series, comprising four books (and counting); of the AVERY BLACK mystery series, comprising four books (and counting); and of the new KERI LOCKE mystery series.
An avid reader and lifelong fan of the mystery and thriller genres, Blake loves to hear from you, so please feel free to visit www.blakepierceauthor.com to learn more and stay in touch.
An avid reader and lifelong fan of the mystery and thriller genres, Blake loves to hear from you, so please feel free to visit www.blakepierceauthor.com to learn more and stay in touch.
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Displaying 1 - 17 of 17 reviews
November 25, 2025
Disappointed
I had previously read Girl Alone and loved it, so I was really looking forward to another Blake Pierce novel. I was so disappointed in Say When. I actually Googled to see if there might be another author with the same name. Truth be told, I think the problem is the editor more than the author. The plot and story were pretty good, but there were so many typos and other mistakes that I had a difficult time enjoying the read.
I had previously read Girl Alone and loved it, so I was really looking forward to another Blake Pierce novel. I was so disappointed in Say When. I actually Googled to see if there might be another author with the same name. Truth be told, I think the problem is the editor more than the author. The plot and story were pretty good, but there were so many typos and other mistakes that I had a difficult time enjoying the read.
December 9, 2025
The Kindle version of is book is full of typing errors and misspellings. "His" for
"her", "clothes" for "cloths", and quotation marks at the beginning but not the end of a sentence, and vice versa, sometimes with a sentence that was not spoken. The story was ok, but a bit sappy. It was not nearly as realistic as Say Die, the first book in this series.
"her", "clothes" for "cloths", and quotation marks at the beginning but not the end of a sentence, and vice versa, sometimes with a sentence that was not spoken. The story was ok, but a bit sappy. It was not nearly as realistic as Say Die, the first book in this series.
November 29, 2025
Lack of proper proofreading or editing detracts from this edition.
November 30, 2025
page turner
At first, I thought that this would be just another one of those books in which someone’s sister’s cold case murder is being investigated once again. There are a lot of those out there lately. However, the more I got into Say When, the more I became engrossed in it, Allison is not a detective, but she does some pretty good detective work. She and friend Derek try to find a present day killer who could be the one who killed her sister so long ago.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I hope you will too.
At first, I thought that this would be just another one of those books in which someone’s sister’s cold case murder is being investigated once again. There are a lot of those out there lately. However, the more I got into Say When, the more I became engrossed in it, Allison is not a detective, but she does some pretty good detective work. She and friend Derek try to find a present day killer who could be the one who killed her sister so long ago.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I hope you will too.
December 14, 2025
Good mystery story
The story is good, and I did enjoy it. However, what was disturbingly distracting in this ebook was the massive amount of errors, whether grammatical or otherwise. I certainly hope any printed books are without such errors, but when a book is also made into ebook, it should be edited for errors. I was so disappointed by them all, I came close to just quitting the book, but wanted to see how it ended.
The story is good, and I did enjoy it. However, what was disturbingly distracting in this ebook was the massive amount of errors, whether grammatical or otherwise. I certainly hope any printed books are without such errors, but when a book is also made into ebook, it should be edited for errors. I was so disappointed by them all, I came close to just quitting the book, but wanted to see how it ended.
November 29, 2025
why
Why would you write this in a book
“sped past a vehicle going ten under the speed limit, causing as much danger as a fast-moving vehicle.”
Keep your opinions to yourself please as this is blatantly untrue, lanes for overtaking are available. This is where I gave up reading. Shame
Why would you write this in a book
“sped past a vehicle going ten under the speed limit, causing as much danger as a fast-moving vehicle.”
Keep your opinions to yourself please as this is blatantly untrue, lanes for overtaking are available. This is where I gave up reading. Shame
November 25, 2025
Compensating
I chose this rating because I didn't like the general plot. Girl needs guy to help her, and she joined law enforcement because of a murder in the family. Also it needs some editing. Gruesome deeds for stupid reasons.
I chose this rating because I didn't like the general plot. Girl needs guy to help her, and she joined law enforcement because of a murder in the family. Also it needs some editing. Gruesome deeds for stupid reasons.
December 17, 2025
Say When
The plot was interesting,, the ending leaves a path to continue following, to find Emma's killer. The proofreader missed several areas of causing confusion with misspelled or misplaced words. I will look for her other books because the plot is worth it.
The plot was interesting,, the ending leaves a path to continue following, to find Emma's killer. The proofreader missed several areas of causing confusion with misspelled or misplaced words. I will look for her other books because the plot is worth it.
December 21, 2025
I enjoyed the book. The active story was interesting.
Yes, it's another where the lead female wants to solve the (murder) of her (sister) and that's why she joined the (CBI). Also, yes, lots of typos but it still worked.
Yes, it's another where the lead female wants to solve the (murder) of her (sister) and that's why she joined the (CBI). Also, yes, lots of typos but it still worked.
November 24, 2025
Didn't care for this one. I rate it 2 stars.
November 27, 2025
another top story from a top author
November 28, 2025
Will read next in series, Easy reads
November 30, 2025
Good series. Looking forward to the others
December 9, 2025
Say When \ Sat What?
As always, Blake Pierce kept me glued to the page. He leaves the reader anxious for the next volume. However, he needs a proofreader. The typos are distracting.
As always, Blake Pierce kept me glued to the page. He leaves the reader anxious for the next volume. However, he needs a proofreader. The typos are distracting.
December 14, 2025
Keeps you guessing
Keeps you guessing and on the edge of your seat, couldn't put it down. Time to get into book 3
Keeps you guessing and on the edge of your seat, couldn't put it down. Time to get into book 3
December 20, 2025
Great book!
Easy read and held my interest right to the end.
I enjoyed the way the writer brought everything to climax.
Anyone who enjoys a good mystery will enjoy this book.
Easy read and held my interest right to the end.
I enjoyed the way the writer brought everything to climax.
Anyone who enjoys a good mystery will enjoy this book.
October 18, 2025
So far this series is amazing Alison Payne is such a great character, and I can't wait to read the t=next one.
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