Wrong Turn

Miles Sterling #2

by Blake Pierce

“A masterpiece of thriller and mystery.”
—Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone)
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When FBI forensic toxicologist Miles Sterling makes a harrowing discovery—that a dozen unsolved deaths over the past decade each correspond to an element on the periodic table—he must race to follow the trail and find the mastermind behind these murders—and stop him before he strikes again…

When a sinister killer turns to fluorine gas to cleanse the " unclean," Miles Sterling is thrust into a deadly game of chemical cat and mouse. As the body count rises, Sterling's personal life is shattered, forcing him to confront a fanatical mind before his own life dissolves in a toxic mist.

WRONG TURN (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 WRONG GIRL (BOOK #1).

The Miles Sterling mystery series takes you on a wild thriller ride with its searing fast pace while introducing a brilliant protagonist who tackles harrowing cases tapping all of his knowledge. Unputdownable, the twist and turns will leave you breathless up until the very last word. Fans of Rachel Caine, Teresa Driscoll, and Lisa Gardner are sure to fall in love.

Future books in the series are now 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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Genres: Fiction, Mystery, Thriller

212 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 25, 2025

About the author

Blake 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.

Reviews

[Rachel Ramey · Rating 3 out of 5]

Overall, this was a well-written, enjoyable story. It certainly is a compelling concept. It has a few small plot holes, though, which were significant and, for me, detracted from the story. It makes little sense, for instance, to have characters talking about purifying the world of chemical contamination which (in their own words) includes fluoride...with fluorine. This is, perhaps, a minor thing, but it's so integral to the story that it appeared multiple times. And (spoiler alert) they identified a suspect in part because of a relationship with a given victim which would have given him access to her information -- only to tell us that he didn't choose the victim. Someone else (who likely has no relationship with the victim at all) gave him all of the information. That connection therefore become irrelevant, and it becomes highly improbable that someone with that particular connection should have been involved. I otherwise enjoyed the story and which it didn't have these moments that jarred me out of the willing suspension of disbelief.

[Krystal · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was book 2 in the Miles Sterling series. I thought book 1 was good. This book was beyond. I never expected what happened and that is what is going to drive the rest of this series. This series doesn’t have 100+ books in it to go through all the elements so I’m excited to see how it all goes down.

I am glad they brought Vic back into so she could partner up with Miles. I like them as a team and how they work through the cases together.

Can’t wait to read book 3!

ps. Just know that there are a couple of typos in this book and in book 1 which is very unlike the author. Not sure if she has a new editor or proofreader but there were times the mistakes pulled me out of the story.

[Jean · Rating 4 out of 5]

An interesting storyline, and a likable character, but Miles seems to be unable to put his fiance over his obsession. While his obsession turns out to eventually catch a killer, it has dire consequences for his up coming marriage.

I am a fan of Blake Pierce, but took off a star for a couple holes in the storyline, but mostly because of a lot of typos that weren't caught. I don't remember ever finding even one in any of the other books I've read.

[Leslie Davis · Rating 3 out of 5]

This wasn't exactly a "heart stopper" as advertised and the whole concept of "purifying the world" didn't make much sense. If the villains eliminated everyone who was damaging the world, there wouldn't be anything left of most things in the world, such as transportation. Miles should have possibly anticipated what the bad guy would do to him personally and his fiancee should have been aware of what to do when the time came.

[Glynis Halliday · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nail biting page turner

Excellently written murder mystery. This was my first Blake Pierce book, so now I’ll be looking for others in a genre that I don’t always seek out!

I found the characters in the story quite believable, with fast paced dialogue and interesting storyline’s all throughout the book.

Recommended.

[Jana · Rating 1 out of 5]

Only made it 35% of the way through the audio book. Couldn't handle anymore. The angst and dialogue about Miles' relationship with his fiance was rote and repetitive. She came across as whiny and slightly selfish. Plus it felt like every chapter ended with virtually the same language and theme. Couldn't handle the repetition any more.

[John Croucher · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great series

Miles is a different story off character than your usual FBI agent and this hold the stories together.
Good plot, well written with few spelling mistakes. All other characters seem real.
I really do enjoy this series and author.

[carol lombardo · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Great series you can't put down

Another fast paced book by Blake Pierce that you can't lay down. His books with all their twists and turns keep you guessing until the last moment.

[Marina Aris · Rating 4 out of 5]

Unexpectedly got hooked into this series.

[Marie Price · Rating 5 out of 5]

Intensely good

Determining who or what is causing very frightening deaths becomes life's mission for this analyst. Fast paved and extremely terrifying at times.

[Robert Roseberry · Rating 5 out of 5]

wrong Turn

I am a big fan of Blake Pierce. I enjoy crime & if your into this time of reading I definitely would recommend books by Blake Pierce.

[Govno Nichevo · Rating 4 out of 5]

I thought that this was a good read. Good pace, intrigue, and action.