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The Girl on the Outside
"I'm watching you."
After solving the many mysteries of her tragic past.
FBI agent Emma Griffin has gone on to marry and live a fulfilling life.
Although she can’t change her past, she continues to bring justice to the world.
She is called to a tragic, grim case involving a teenage girl.
The girl was the victim of cyberstalking.
She was home alone while her parents were away on vacation.
The assailant broke in through the garage and killed her.
Uncovering the clues sends Emma down a twisted path.
And soon more chaos shakes the town as another teen is found murdered.
Accompanied by a string of cryptic messages like the previous victim.
Secrets can be poison, and the truth of this case will destroy many families.
After solving the many mysteries of her tragic past.
FBI agent Emma Griffin has gone on to marry and live a fulfilling life.
Although she can’t change her past, she continues to bring justice to the world.
She is called to a tragic, grim case involving a teenage girl.
The girl was the victim of cyberstalking.
She was home alone while her parents were away on vacation.
The assailant broke in through the garage and killed her.
Uncovering the clues sends Emma down a twisted path.
And soon more chaos shakes the town as another teen is found murdered.
Accompanied by a string of cryptic messages like the previous victim.
Secrets can be poison, and the truth of this case will destroy many families.
248 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 10, 2026
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April 15, 2026
not my fav Emma book
This story seemed all over the place and even at the end, the wasn’t a clear explanation of everything. Did Devon and his gang get punished?
This story seemed all over the place and even at the end, the wasn’t a clear explanation of everything. Did Devon and his gang get punished?
April 18, 2026
Edge of my seat....
I really love these books with Emma. Her creative way of solving crimes is so interesting. And there's a lot to follow but its written in a way that is easy to read and understand. After all the books with her, she becomes a familiar person that I will miss if this series ends. So intriguing and enlightening, she along with her chosen family are a part of my life.
I really love these books with Emma. Her creative way of solving crimes is so interesting. And there's a lot to follow but its written in a way that is easy to read and understand. After all the books with her, she becomes a familiar person that I will miss if this series ends. So intriguing and enlightening, she along with her chosen family are a part of my life.
April 12, 2026
Emma is amazing
Emma Griffin is a force to be reckoned with. She has such a sharp mind that she can do as much as a whole team. And this time she follows the tracks of cyber bullies who were becoming victims themselves. But why? Don't worry Emma can figure it out. And hopefully in the next book she'll take care of Doe.
Emma Griffin is a force to be reckoned with. She has such a sharp mind that she can do as much as a whole team. And this time she follows the tracks of cyber bullies who were becoming victims themselves. But why? Don't worry Emma can figure it out. And hopefully in the next book she'll take care of Doe.
April 27, 2026
In this story Emma sees the negative impact of social media on adolescents and how it can harm mental health and families. Not only is this story about social exclusion but also online bullying and psychological torture. It's an interesting although unexpected ending to this case (for me). I'm interested in the next book to learn more about Doe's life.
June 17, 2026
The girl on thecOutside(Emma Griffin FBI Mystery Book 41)
OMG!!!!!!!!! This book was so crazy, I didn't really know who the murderer was until the very end. Emma and her team did an amazing job catching the killer and preventing more murders. I would love to be like Emma and be able to solve these crimes. I can't wait for the next case.
OMG!!!!!!!!! This book was so crazy, I didn't really know who the murderer was until the very end. Emma and her team did an amazing job catching the killer and preventing more murders. I would love to be like Emma and be able to solve these crimes. I can't wait for the next case.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Teenagers are being killed one by one in what appears to be revenge for them surviving a car crash. FBI Agent Emma Griffin is called in to solve the case. This one is twisty and full of surprises that will leave you guessing all the way up to the end! Don't miss this one!
April 13, 2026
Emma always has my head spinning
As usual, Emma has my head spinning! The way she thinks is astounding. Love that she gets help from Xavier again. The sourdough stories are hilarious! Don’t want her stories to ever end!
As usual, Emma has my head spinning! The way she thinks is astounding. Love that she gets help from Xavier again. The sourdough stories are hilarious! Don’t want her stories to ever end!
April 13, 2026
A must read
From start to finish this book had me at the edge of my seat. I can always count on Emma to solve the case even though I still don't know how she does it. Hooray A J Rivers you did it again.
From start to finish this book had me at the edge of my seat. I can always count on Emma to solve the case even though I still don't know how she does it. Hooray A J Rivers you did it again.
April 16, 2026
This was an excellent story about Emma looking who killed some young girls and why and with her excellent skills and mind finds who done it with lots of suspense and drama and action. Thank you for this awesome story.
April 17, 2026
The mystery in this book was good but the expectation was it would be about “Doe” and Doe appeared only at the beginning and end of the book. Seems must continue on to next book to again catch up with Doe. If that had not been the expectation, would have rated this book a 4.
May 18, 2026
I always enjoy this series but i was disappointed. I thought it was very convoluted and not something the reader could really follow. Also I expected there to be more about Doe. I am starting the next book and hope it lives up to my expectations
June 3, 2026
my heart is beating so fast
Everything is coming together and my heart is beating so fast for everything going on with Doe. The rest of the story was just as appealing and kept my heart racing and the ending I literally DID NOT SEE COMING! Can’t wait to jump into the next book.
Everything is coming together and my heart is beating so fast for everything going on with Doe. The rest of the story was just as appealing and kept my heart racing and the ending I literally DID NOT SEE COMING! Can’t wait to jump into the next book.
April 11, 2026
Good deetecting.
April 12, 2026
WOW! Didn’t see that outcome until the last. Snall town hierarchy well defined.
April 19, 2026
Doe?
Disappointed that Doe wasn’t found or even looked for after Emma got there because she was missing. It’s like she was forgotten and put on the back burner for another time.
Disappointed that Doe wasn’t found or even looked for after Emma got there because she was missing. It’s like she was forgotten and put on the back burner for another time.
April 27, 2026
boring
Too much explaining and rambling on. It makes so bored I just want to put the book down. Unfortunately the last few books in the series have been like this.
Too much explaining and rambling on. It makes so bored I just want to put the book down. Unfortunately the last few books in the series have been like this.
May 22, 2026
Suspenseful!
This installment from A.J. Rivers does not disappoint! Very captivating and intriguing. Had me guessing whodunit!
And then there’s Doe…..
This installment from A.J. Rivers does not disappoint! Very captivating and intriguing. Had me guessing whodunit!
And then there’s Doe…..
August 15, 2026
High School bullies are still real today, such a shame.
July 30, 2026
Another good one
I’ve read and (more or less) liked them all. I’m ready to find out who Doe is though. Come on Rivers!!!
I’ve read and (more or less) liked them all. I’m ready to find out who Doe is though. Come on Rivers!!!
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