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Inspector Rebecca Mayfield Mystery #2
Two O'Clock Heist
Two O'Clock Heist sends San Francisco Homicide Inspector Rebecca Mayfield out of her jurisdiction and out of her depth when her inquiries into the murder of an old friend gain the attention of a gang of Russian mobsters.
Richie Amalfi, who Rebecca sees as a charmer with an indifference to the fine points of the law, seems to know a little too much (or maybe a lot too much) about the people who are not only trying to stop Rebecca's investigation, but to stop her permanently. This only makes her question, even more, exactly who Richie is. But for now, he's the only one helping her in the face of threats to her life.
Rebecca's interest in Richie grows as the situation takes a deadly turn. Through him, she looks beyond hard evidence to the secrets at the heart of the case, and in turn, to the secrets of her own heart. But through it all, Rebecca has to wonder if she'll end up as dead as a cold Russian winter.
Richie Amalfi, who Rebecca sees as a charmer with an indifference to the fine points of the law, seems to know a little too much (or maybe a lot too much) about the people who are not only trying to stop Rebecca's investigation, but to stop her permanently. This only makes her question, even more, exactly who Richie is. But for now, he's the only one helping her in the face of threats to her life.
Rebecca's interest in Richie grows as the situation takes a deadly turn. Through him, she looks beyond hard evidence to the secrets at the heart of the case, and in turn, to the secrets of her own heart. But through it all, Rebecca has to wonder if she'll end up as dead as a cold Russian winter.
250 pages, ebook
First published August 14, 2014
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About the author
Joanne Pence
76 books193 followersJoanne Pence is a USA Today best-selling and award winning author of two mystery series, contemporary and historical romance, fantasy and thrillers. She is the author of the Angie Amalfi culinary mystery series, which is still in print after twenty years, and now has 15 books (the latest, COOKING SPIRITS was an April 2013 release), and a novella (Cook's Christmas Capers, Dec. 2013). She has just begun a new series, the Rebecca Mayfield mysteries. ONE O'CLOCK HUSTLE is the first full-length novel, and THE THIRTEENTH SANTA is a novella which shows how the two main characters met.
Joanne's books have won many awards and honors, including RWA's Golden Heart and Rita Award nominations, the Independent Book Seller's Golden Quill, the Daphne du Maurier award, the Willa Cather Literary Award in Historical Fiction (for DANCE WITH A GUNFIGHTER), and the Idaho Top Fiction Award for ANCIENT ECHOES.
Joanne was born and raised in San Francisco and now makes her home in the foothills of Boise. She has been president of the Boise chapter of Sisters in Crime, a founder and board member of the Popular Fiction Association of Idaho, and founding member and current board member of the Idaho Writers Guild. A graduate of U.C. Berkeley with a master's degree in journalism, Joanne has written for magazines, worked for the federal government, and taught school in Japan.
Joanne's books have won many awards and honors, including RWA's Golden Heart and Rita Award nominations, the Independent Book Seller's Golden Quill, the Daphne du Maurier award, the Willa Cather Literary Award in Historical Fiction (for DANCE WITH A GUNFIGHTER), and the Idaho Top Fiction Award for ANCIENT ECHOES.
Joanne was born and raised in San Francisco and now makes her home in the foothills of Boise. She has been president of the Boise chapter of Sisters in Crime, a founder and board member of the Popular Fiction Association of Idaho, and founding member and current board member of the Idaho Writers Guild. A graduate of U.C. Berkeley with a master's degree in journalism, Joanne has written for magazines, worked for the federal government, and taught school in Japan.
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January 24, 2017
This series is a spin-off from the Angie Amalfi books. It explores the feeling of two completely different individuals who are attracted to each other. They do not want a connection with each other but they can't keep away.
Homicide Inspector Rebecca Mayfield is a go by the book persons, there are no shades of gray. She is a workaholic. She has limited outside interest. Rebecca has a very strong moral attitude. She grew up on a farm in Idaho.
Richie Amalfi is entirely different. His source of wealth is a mystery, he is often in the view of law enforcement because of his actions. He has a couple of questionable friends. He has a large extended family and his Mother wants a grandchild.He runs an high-end nightclub. He goes out with fun loving girls.I
In this book, a friend of Rebecca is found murder in a nearby town. Her husband is the main suspect and her daughter is missing. She feels the investigation into her murder is lacking. She begins to look at the husband and attracts the Russian mob and the FBI. Richie comes to her aid. The twist and turns will maintain you interested. I highly recommend this series.
Homicide Inspector Rebecca Mayfield is a go by the book persons, there are no shades of gray. She is a workaholic. She has limited outside interest. Rebecca has a very strong moral attitude. She grew up on a farm in Idaho.
Richie Amalfi is entirely different. His source of wealth is a mystery, he is often in the view of law enforcement because of his actions. He has a couple of questionable friends. He has a large extended family and his Mother wants a grandchild.He runs an high-end nightclub. He goes out with fun loving girls.I
In this book, a friend of Rebecca is found murder in a nearby town. Her husband is the main suspect and her daughter is missing. She feels the investigation into her murder is lacking. She begins to look at the husband and attracts the Russian mob and the FBI. Richie comes to her aid. The twist and turns will maintain you interested. I highly recommend this series.
September 15, 2017
In Two O’Clock Heist by Joanne Pence, homicide inspector Rebecca Mayfield is disturbed to learn that a woman who attended the police academy with her but left the police force three years earlier has been murdered. She learns about this when her friend Richie Amalfi, rumored to be “connected,” panics upon hearing of the murder of a woman cop and seeks her out, bringing him back into her life. He takes Rebecca to the houseboat in nearby Sausalito, where she is disturbed to learn that the detective there has very little experience and seems to be slipshod in her methods. Thus, Rebecca decides to find the killer herself. What she does not realize is that this will immerse her in dealing with the Russian mob.
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March 31, 2022
Two O’Clock Heist is the second book in the Rebecca Mayfield series of romantic mysteries written beautifully and expertly by USA Today bestselling and award-winning author Joanne Pence. After enjoying One O’Clock Hustle, the first book in this captivating and promising series last month, I found myself thinking about these characters and thus I picked up this second thrilling adventure.
In Two O’Clock Heist, we follow once again homicide detective Rebecca Mayfield and her good-looking, well groomed on and off love interest, Richie Amalfi. As we well know from the previous book, Rebecca is a by-the-book cop and Richie seems to be quite connected and in love head over heels with her. Once again, they team up in order to find out what happened when a former colleague of Rebecca‘s is found dead in a rich neighborhood.
Dark secrets, Russian mobsters, a thorough but extremely dangerous investigation, and unexpected situations find our two protagonists fighting for their lives.
The excellent and vivid writing and fast-paced action are amazingly matched by a superb performance delivered by respected and talented voiceover artist Kristi Burns. Reading in a clear and pleasant voice, tapping her significant skills in order to deliver a balanced performance, she is just perfect for this kind of cozy, funny, and romantic mystery.
Once again Joanne Pence has written another thrilling and captivating story filled with characters that feel alive and driven by a compelling plot. I was completely immersed in this story for the six hours of the audio production and I can’t wait to dive right back into the lives of Rebecca and Richie with the next novel in the series.
I am highly recommending these audiobooks to all those who are looking for a good time and want to cuddle up with a cozy romantic murder mystery.
In Two O’Clock Heist, we follow once again homicide detective Rebecca Mayfield and her good-looking, well groomed on and off love interest, Richie Amalfi. As we well know from the previous book, Rebecca is a by-the-book cop and Richie seems to be quite connected and in love head over heels with her. Once again, they team up in order to find out what happened when a former colleague of Rebecca‘s is found dead in a rich neighborhood.
Dark secrets, Russian mobsters, a thorough but extremely dangerous investigation, and unexpected situations find our two protagonists fighting for their lives.
The excellent and vivid writing and fast-paced action are amazingly matched by a superb performance delivered by respected and talented voiceover artist Kristi Burns. Reading in a clear and pleasant voice, tapping her significant skills in order to deliver a balanced performance, she is just perfect for this kind of cozy, funny, and romantic mystery.
Once again Joanne Pence has written another thrilling and captivating story filled with characters that feel alive and driven by a compelling plot. I was completely immersed in this story for the six hours of the audio production and I can’t wait to dive right back into the lives of Rebecca and Richie with the next novel in the series.
I am highly recommending these audiobooks to all those who are looking for a good time and want to cuddle up with a cozy romantic murder mystery.
July 26, 2016
Rebecca and Richie have this love hate relationship with each other a female inspector and a handsome Italian. Not the type of guy Rebecca is looking for but always seems to have the most fun with. I just love the way Richie is always trying to keep Rebecca safe, seeing as she's a cop and very headstrong and gets herself into tough situations. Can't wait to read the next book in the series.
September 4, 2014
I knew I was in for a treat when I opened USA Today bestselling author Joanna Pence's latest release, Two O'Clock Heist. Pence knows how to blend mystery and romantic tension to make a reader keep turning the pages. I read it quickly and will look forward to her next.
October 28, 2015
Can't get enough of this wonderful new series !
I'm so glad Joanne Pence has started writing this new series :)
I love the Characters, and how they all interact together . I'm looking forward to reading the next book in this series.
I'm so glad Joanne Pence has started writing this new series :)
I love the Characters, and how they all interact together . I'm looking forward to reading the next book in this series.
October 12, 2020
Two O'Clock Heist (Inspector Rebecca Mayfield Mysteries Book 2) — Joanna Pence (30 chapters) Oct. 7-11, 2020
I read this book right after I read the Prequel and as a part of a 3 book set.
Rebecca’s old police school friend ends up dead and she teams up with Ritchie to solve the case. Between Ritchie’s connections and Rebecca’s know how, they aim to discover what is going on.
This turned out to be a jim-dandy of a book. It is a solid read. The main characters are getting closer and yet they try to realize that it wouldn’t work, since one is a cop and the other works (maybe) a shady Italian thing. Despite this, they cannot help being pulled together. The ending is very good.
I really like the way Rebecca and Ritchie play off each other. What makes this series nice is that the prequel was written before the first book in this series was written. (I guess then it really doesn’t make it a prequel,) still I really liked that first book, and I still liked his power couple. I think this series has real potential to go far.
Four stars.
I read this book right after I read the Prequel and as a part of a 3 book set.
Rebecca’s old police school friend ends up dead and she teams up with Ritchie to solve the case. Between Ritchie’s connections and Rebecca’s know how, they aim to discover what is going on.
This turned out to be a jim-dandy of a book. It is a solid read. The main characters are getting closer and yet they try to realize that it wouldn’t work, since one is a cop and the other works (maybe) a shady Italian thing. Despite this, they cannot help being pulled together. The ending is very good.
I really like the way Rebecca and Ritchie play off each other. What makes this series nice is that the prequel was written before the first book in this series was written. (I guess then it really doesn’t make it a prequel,) still I really liked that first book, and I still liked his power couple. I think this series has real potential to go far.
Four stars.
June 22, 2021
If you want to read a fun murder mystery with a bit of romance, Two O’clock Heist might fit the bill, but you have to be willing to suspend disbelief quite a bit. The police officer protagonist is a strong character, but her police work is sloppy. I found myself wanting to yell at her many times. Spoiler alert: If you ever get kidnapped and tossed in a dumpster, don’t go home and take a shower. The police need to document everything if you want to press charges (and when someone tries to kill you by beating you up and tossing you in a dumpster, I can’t imagine you’d want to give them a pass).
So overall, it’s a fun story, but don’t overthink it. If you want something gritty and realistic, look elsewhere.
This is part of a series. I have listened to three of the books, and I enjoyed them all, but they all require the same suspension of disbelief.
The narrator does a nice job bringing the book to life.
So overall, it’s a fun story, but don’t overthink it. If you want something gritty and realistic, look elsewhere.
This is part of a series. I have listened to three of the books, and I enjoyed them all, but they all require the same suspension of disbelief.
The narrator does a nice job bringing the book to life.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 29, 2021
You can see San Francisco from across the bridge
Once again who sets a story in the sleepy neighborhood called the Richmond District. Known as Little Russia, there is no relationship to Russian Hill known as the upper side of Little Italy or North Beach. This story weaves an intriguing web between the past of Rebecca and Richie's life and a tantalizing glimpse at a future. I digress, as the setting shifts in part to Sausalito- a hamlet of the rich and house boat dwellers. There is some and good and a weird little dog named Spike. All the ingredients for another chapter of this incredible series set in the waning days of San Francisco a nice place to visit.On to 3pm and all is not well.
Once again who sets a story in the sleepy neighborhood called the Richmond District. Known as Little Russia, there is no relationship to Russian Hill known as the upper side of Little Italy or North Beach. This story weaves an intriguing web between the past of Rebecca and Richie's life and a tantalizing glimpse at a future. I digress, as the setting shifts in part to Sausalito- a hamlet of the rich and house boat dwellers. There is some and good and a weird little dog named Spike. All the ingredients for another chapter of this incredible series set in the waning days of San Francisco a nice place to visit.On to 3pm and all is not well.
July 25, 2018
Fun, endearing, and a darn good mystery!
In this Inspector Mayfield mystery, Rebecca comes up against the Russian mob in San Francisco while working out of her jurisdiction (and out of her depth!) to find the killer of an old friend. Have no fear, Richie and his cohorts, Shay and Vito are nearby and covering her six. I'm so enjoying this series! Will Rebecca and Richie get together or will they not? They're questioning their attraction and keeping us guessing.
In this Inspector Mayfield mystery, Rebecca comes up against the Russian mob in San Francisco while working out of her jurisdiction (and out of her depth!) to find the killer of an old friend. Have no fear, Richie and his cohorts, Shay and Vito are nearby and covering her six. I'm so enjoying this series! Will Rebecca and Richie get together or will they not? They're questioning their attraction and keeping us guessing.
June 18, 2018
Second in a series and loved book one. The one continues the will they/won't they relationship between Inspector Rebecca and "connected" Rickie as they deal with another murder in the Bay Area. Well written and plotted with the Russian Mafia figuring in the plot. Very entertaining
November 23, 2017
Really love the writing style and the characters have grown since first book.
July 23, 2018
Que livro tão chato!
Apesar de gostar de Richie e Rebecca, o resto foi penoso de ler.
Apesar de gostar de Richie e Rebecca, o resto foi penoso de ler.
May 1, 2022
Great listen as an audio book on a long car ride.
June 3, 2025
This I think was the best of the series so far. I really liked the characters and the storyline just gets better with each book. Can't wait to read more of this series.
August 18, 2025
This second installment in the Rebecca Mayfield series is so much better than the first. The characters were more likable and the story flowed better. Enjoyable.
March 16, 2017
Enjoyable series
I love this series. Rebecca is a homicide inspector (detective) who teams up with Richie who owns a nightclub to solve murders. Some of the scenes are hilarious and a lot of them are really scary. Richie gets shot in this one. If you like a story that falls in between a cozy mystery and a hardcore police procedural this series is for you.
I love this series. Rebecca is a homicide inspector (detective) who teams up with Richie who owns a nightclub to solve murders. Some of the scenes are hilarious and a lot of them are really scary. Richie gets shot in this one. If you like a story that falls in between a cozy mystery and a hardcore police procedural this series is for you.
October 4, 2014
As the clock ticks to Two O'Clock Heist, Rebecca Mayfield finds herself enchanted and frustrated with Richie Amalfi once again. When Richie shows up at Rebecca's desk in the homicide bureau of the San Francisco Police Department worried she's been killed, she is torn between frustration, embarrassment, and affection. His determination to assure her safety ruffles her independent feathers even as she revels in his concern for her. Rebecca discovers the actual victim is a former police officer friend, who is being maligned for her tenuous, at least in Rebecca's opinion, connection to the Russian mob. Rebecca's loyalty to her friend combined with her determination to find the truth no matter how it turns out leaves Richie frustrated but determined to keep her safe even as she continuously puts herself in danger, or as she sees it as just doing her job, and thwarts his attempts to share his affection for her. Rebecca's independent streak is further challenged when she feels forced to move into Richie's guest room after her apartment is broken into and her beloved dog, Spike, disappears. The search for Spike had me blinking back tears and on edge fearing for his fate. As Joanne Pence weaves the intrigue around a series of burglaries, the victim's missing daughter, and the victim's possible involvement in the thefts, Richie's skirting the edges of the law pushes against Rebecca's dedication to enforcing the law challenging both to make decisions they might otherwise not make. The chemistry between Rebecca and Richie had me cheering them on even during those moments when I questioned their compatibility. Pence offers a refreshing change of pace with a male character who doesn't come across as the typical caricature of a man devoid of emotional expression as well as a strong woman who doesn't need saved from herself.
September 2, 2014
I read the first book in this series and was curious to see how the dubious relationship between Inspector Rebecca Mayfield and "businessman"Richie Amalfi would develop. I really like the direction the author has taken! Once again the main characters are thrown into a perilous situation (this one involving scary Russian mobsters, illegal wine, stolen jewels,and the murder of an old friend). But as the fast-paced mystery unfolds, we also learn more about the characters of Rebecca and Richie, and how they might somehow make an impossible connection ... possible. Can't wait for the next installment.
September 10, 2016
Another winning Rebecca and Richie mystery. When a good friend from her police academy days is found murdered and framed for some robbery, Rebecca's
Going to find the truth. Even if it means going up against the Russian mob. The local police don't even want to tackle that dangerous group. Backed up by Richie and his team, she can stop the most diabolical villains.
Going to find the truth. Even if it means going up against the Russian mob. The local police don't even want to tackle that dangerous group. Backed up by Richie and his team, she can stop the most diabolical villains.
January 11, 2016
Hooked on this series.
August 12, 2016
Another hit
Wow! She did it again. Another night of no sleep. Wow, will start three o'clock heist now. !books !ike sleep ages, wullhave to wait.!!!!
Wow! She did it again. Another night of no sleep. Wow, will start three o'clock heist now. !books !ike sleep ages, wullhave to wait.!!!!
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