The Girl Who Was Taken: An Emma Jackson Psychic Case File

by Angela Van Breemen

In The Girl Who Was Taken, a desperate mother asks Emma and her husband, private investigator David Harris, for help.

Soon they are drawn into a case where every second counts. But what Emma sees isn’t just a crime… it’s a message.

Emma Jackson doesn’t just investigate crimes—she sees them.

This book is designed to provide readers new to the David Harris and Emma Jackson Mystery series a sample of what the series and characters are like, and is also an exciting read for fans waiting for the next book in the series to drop.

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First published April 20, 2026

About the author

Angela van Breemen is a graduate of the University of Guelph with a degree in management economics and was a co-owner of a dental supply company. After the company was sold, she turned her focus to writing, music, and volunteering her time as a website administrator at a wildlife rehabilitation centre.

Angela van Breemen is the author of the David Harris and Emma Jackson Mystery series, weaving together crime thrillers and paranormal suspense. She is also a poet, soprano soloist, and recording artist.

A member of the Crime Writers of Canada and The Writers’ Union of Canada, Angela brings a unique voice to mystery and suspense fiction.

Her Celtic-inspired debut music album, In The Breeze (2024), showcases several original songs based on her poetry.

She lives in Loretto, Ontario, with her husband, Peter Thomas Pontsa, author of Outfoxed: An Inspector William Fox Adventure.

Reviews

[Gina Grant]

I love a mystery that grabs me from the first page, and The Girl Who Was Taken absolutely delivers. The opening pulls you in fast, and from there it’s a race against time to find a missing young woman before it’s too late.

What makes this one stand out is the blend of traditional investigation with Emma Jackson’s psychic abilities. It adds a fresh twist without taking over the story—you still get the logic, the clues, and the steady build of tension, just with an extra layer of psychic insight that keeps things interesting.

The pacing is quick (love those short chapters!) and there’s a real sense of urgency running all the way through. I sat down to read a few chapters and—-well, you can guess how that went.

I love a mystery with a touch of the supernatural and a team I can root for, so I really enjoyed this. It's an intriguing introduction to the series.

[BoundByBooks]

Angela Van Breemen has created a story that is both suspenseful and emotionally engaging. I found myself turning the pages quickly because I genuinely wanted to know what would happen next. Emma Jackson is a fascinating lead character whose unique abilities add an original twist to the investigation without taking away from the mystery itself. The writing flows smoothly, the tension builds at just the right pace, and the characters feel believable. I especially appreciated how the emotional moments were balanced with the suspense, making the story even more compelling. If you enjoy mysteries with a paranormal edge and strong character development, this is definitely a book worth reading. I highly recommend it and look forward to reading more in the series.

[Clark Priolo]

Very intriguing. Worth the time to read. Tammy