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Moreno & Hart Mysteries #3
Lost and Found
From New York Times bestselling authors Allison Brennan and Laura Griffin comes the next heart-pounding addition to the Moreno & Hart mystery series.
Scarlet Moreno and Krista Hart’s PI business is teetering on the brink of failure when they land their next big case... and this time it’s personal. After digging for years into the mysterious shooting that cost Scarlet her badge and nearly her life, Scarlet has finally unearthed some answers. She thinks she knows who is behind the plot to murder her three years ago, but to prove her case she needs the help of a previously overlooked witness who seems to have vanished.
Krista is on the job. It’s the most challenging skip trace of her career, so she brings in the big guns—rival private investigator R.J. Flynn. While Krista and R.J. set out to track down the missing witness, Scarlet sets out on a dangerous quest for answers—starting with her former partner, who retired to Arizona. She trusts only Krista because everyone else is keeping secrets, including her boyfriend, Detective Alex Bishop. As Scarlet begins to unravel a shocking conspiracy, Krista hones in on the lone witness ... and someone close to both of them is watching their every move. With the clock ticking down and the body count rising, Scarlet and Krista realize this may be their last case ... because a vicious killer with everything to lose wants them both dead.
Scarlet Moreno and Krista Hart’s PI business is teetering on the brink of failure when they land their next big case... and this time it’s personal. After digging for years into the mysterious shooting that cost Scarlet her badge and nearly her life, Scarlet has finally unearthed some answers. She thinks she knows who is behind the plot to murder her three years ago, but to prove her case she needs the help of a previously overlooked witness who seems to have vanished.
Krista is on the job. It’s the most challenging skip trace of her career, so she brings in the big guns—rival private investigator R.J. Flynn. While Krista and R.J. set out to track down the missing witness, Scarlet sets out on a dangerous quest for answers—starting with her former partner, who retired to Arizona. She trusts only Krista because everyone else is keeping secrets, including her boyfriend, Detective Alex Bishop. As Scarlet begins to unravel a shocking conspiracy, Krista hones in on the lone witness ... and someone close to both of them is watching their every move. With the clock ticking down and the body count rising, Scarlet and Krista realize this may be their last case ... because a vicious killer with everything to lose wants them both dead.
283 pages, ebook
First published January 1, 2016
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About the author
Allison Brennan
110 books5,299 followersNew York Times and USA Today bestselling author Allison Brennan believes that life is too short to be bored, so she had five children and writes three books a year.
In 2019, Allison relocated from Northern California to Arizona with her family and assorted pets. She loves baseball, hiking, family game night, and (of course) reading.
RT Book Reviews called Allison “a master of suspense” and her books “haunting,” “mesmerizing,” “pulse-pounding” and “emotionally complex.” She's been nominated for many awards, and is a three time winner of the Reviewer's Choice award winner for RT Book Reviews as well as the Daphne du Maurier award. Most recently, she was nominated for Best Paperback Original by International Thriller Writers.
With over 45 books and dozens of short stories, Allison is writing multiple series and the occasional stand alone thriller. Her most recent book out now is THE MISSING WITNESS, part of the Quinn & Costa series. In June Allison is launching a new Phoenix-set series about a family of private investigators starting with YOU'LL NEVER FIND ME.
You can reach Allison through Goodreads or her website.
In 2019, Allison relocated from Northern California to Arizona with her family and assorted pets. She loves baseball, hiking, family game night, and (of course) reading.
RT Book Reviews called Allison “a master of suspense” and her books “haunting,” “mesmerizing,” “pulse-pounding” and “emotionally complex.” She's been nominated for many awards, and is a three time winner of the Reviewer's Choice award winner for RT Book Reviews as well as the Daphne du Maurier award. Most recently, she was nominated for Best Paperback Original by International Thriller Writers.
With over 45 books and dozens of short stories, Allison is writing multiple series and the occasional stand alone thriller. Her most recent book out now is THE MISSING WITNESS, part of the Quinn & Costa series. In June Allison is launching a new Phoenix-set series about a family of private investigators starting with YOU'LL NEVER FIND ME.
You can reach Allison through Goodreads or her website.
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January 5, 2016
OHMAHGAWD...this book was FANFREAKINTASTIC!!!
This series is one of my faves but this book was by far off the chart. I was riveted and unable to stop reading. I was also on the edge of my seat...action, mystery, romance...THIS book had it ALL.
What a wild ride. These two authors have created such a fantastic series. I LOVE strong, kick ass woman that are the center of the story. Moreno & Hart are perfect examples of that. They are funny, strong willed, smart...especially street smart. If you are looking for a great series...YOU MUST READ!!!!
This series is one of my faves but this book was by far off the chart. I was riveted and unable to stop reading. I was also on the edge of my seat...action, mystery, romance...THIS book had it ALL.
What a wild ride. These two authors have created such a fantastic series. I LOVE strong, kick ass woman that are the center of the story. Moreno & Hart are perfect examples of that. They are funny, strong willed, smart...especially street smart. If you are looking for a great series...YOU MUST READ!!!!
January 14, 2016
This was a good wrap up to the trilogy, but I hope that LG and AB aren't finished with the series. While we did get a good HFN ending for Alex and Scarlet, we didn't for Krista and RJ. RJ still has a lot of secrets that he isn't willing to trust Krista with, but he wants her to completely trust him...duh...man thinkin. The entire trilogy was well done and I didn't see that bad guy coming. I would read the entire series in order to get the full story arc of Scarlet's struggle to find out who attempted to kill her and Krista over 3 years ago. That part does get tied up nicely.
November 10, 2019
Lost and Found
4 Stars
As with the previous books in the series, the narrative is divided into two sections. The first written by Laura Griffin and the second by Allison Brennan. Griffin's section follows Krista Hart as she works together with rival PI RJ Flynn to track down a witness to the ambust that almost took her partner's life. Brennan's section concludes the narrative from Scarlett Moreno's POV as the villain behind the ambush is revealed.
Once again, the love/hate romance between Krista and RJ are a highlight of the book as the two finally acknowledge what the reader has known all along. While the resolution to Scarlett's case is satisfying, there are barely any clues interspersed throughout the series that would enable the reader to figure out the mystery. Moreover, Scarlett and Alex's romance just isn't as engaging as Krisa and RJ's. Romance is Griffin's forte while suspense is Brennan's strength.
All in all, the series has been working towards the conclusion to the warehouse ambush and it does not disappoint. I hope these two authors work together again.
4 Stars
As with the previous books in the series, the narrative is divided into two sections. The first written by Laura Griffin and the second by Allison Brennan. Griffin's section follows Krista Hart as she works together with rival PI RJ Flynn to track down a witness to the ambust that almost took her partner's life. Brennan's section concludes the narrative from Scarlett Moreno's POV as the villain behind the ambush is revealed.
Once again, the love/hate romance between Krista and RJ are a highlight of the book as the two finally acknowledge what the reader has known all along. While the resolution to Scarlett's case is satisfying, there are barely any clues interspersed throughout the series that would enable the reader to figure out the mystery. Moreover, Scarlett and Alex's romance just isn't as engaging as Krisa and RJ's. Romance is Griffin's forte while suspense is Brennan's strength.
All in all, the series has been working towards the conclusion to the warehouse ambush and it does not disappoint. I hope these two authors work together again.
July 30, 2019
WOOOOOOOWSA!!!!!!!! Fantastic fast paced excellent!
January 4, 2016
What a wild ride this book and series has been. We finally get to find out the who and why Moreno was set up and almost killed 3 years ago. All the questions we've had since the first book are answered with some shocking revelations.
I want to commend the two authors Allison Brennan and Laura Griffin for first writing two strong kick butt women and for also making the writing seem like it was just coming from one person. You really couldn't tell the difference between them. I hope that they find the time to collaborate again and give us more of Moreno and Hart.
I want to commend the two authors Allison Brennan and Laura Griffin for first writing two strong kick butt women and for also making the writing seem like it was just coming from one person. You really couldn't tell the difference between them. I hope that they find the time to collaborate again and give us more of Moreno and Hart.
January 7, 2016
LOST AND FOUND continues the Moreno & Hart Mysteries storyline featuring protagonists Scarlet Moreno and Krista Hart. Brennan and Griffin deliver readers a great mystery thriller keeping their attention from the beginning and adding excitement and action on every page until readers uncover answers to their questions. The authors provide readers with backstory details of storyline developments, since the series was first introduced. Readers have been following Scarlet and Krista as they work together building Moreno and Hart Private Investigations into a viable agency. The one issue Scarlet can’t put behind her is who and why someone ambushed her and Krista over three years ago. Brennan and Griffin place readers inside Scarlet’s head as she deals with her obsession to find the person or persons and bring them to justice.
The authors provide clues leading to the identity of those wanting Scarlet dead, but readers don’t find out who or why until the very end. Readers meet support characters, both good and bad, learning backstories of each character and the roles they play when Brennan and Griffin introduce them as the story progresses. They add direction changes with interesting subplots featuring the romantic side of Scarlet and Krista or dealing with family relationships. Readers are kept on edge following Scarlet to challenge an old partner for answers about the ambush or Krista’s breathtaking actions as events unfold with the attempted murder of a key witness. Brennan and Griffin respond to their readers’ need for Scarlet and Krista’s investigations to uncover answers that will allow them to find justice and move on with their lives.
LOST AND FOUND’s fast moving plot moves at lightning speed taking readers on a roller coaster trip through Scarlet’s past and present actions giving answers to her who and why questions. Brennan and Griffin captivate readers as they see Scarlet and Krista come to understand the importance of trust, family relationships and always having each other’s back. Brennan and Griffin give readers a heartwarming ending and create a desire to want more Moreno & Hart Mysteries. A must read.
The authors provide clues leading to the identity of those wanting Scarlet dead, but readers don’t find out who or why until the very end. Readers meet support characters, both good and bad, learning backstories of each character and the roles they play when Brennan and Griffin introduce them as the story progresses. They add direction changes with interesting subplots featuring the romantic side of Scarlet and Krista or dealing with family relationships. Readers are kept on edge following Scarlet to challenge an old partner for answers about the ambush or Krista’s breathtaking actions as events unfold with the attempted murder of a key witness. Brennan and Griffin respond to their readers’ need for Scarlet and Krista’s investigations to uncover answers that will allow them to find justice and move on with their lives.
LOST AND FOUND’s fast moving plot moves at lightning speed taking readers on a roller coaster trip through Scarlet’s past and present actions giving answers to her who and why questions. Brennan and Griffin captivate readers as they see Scarlet and Krista come to understand the importance of trust, family relationships and always having each other’s back. Brennan and Griffin give readers a heartwarming ending and create a desire to want more Moreno & Hart Mysteries. A must read.
December 29, 2015
Lost and Found is the third in Laura Griffin and Allison Brennan’s ongoing collaboration the Moreno and Hart series. Like the previous two full-length novels it is two separate novellas tied together by characters. This installment, however, ties both novellas together into the thrilling conclusion to the ongoing case of who shot Scarlet three and a half years ago. Both novellas are solid reads on their own, but together they move the story forward to its dramatic conclusion. Though there is a definite break between them you don’t actually notice the change in author or primary heroine as you are reading. Together the authors kept me guessing on who was behind the almost fatal shooting. They tied it together nicely into a believable outcome. Now that the overarching mystery is solved, I’m curious where we go next. I’m hopeful that Moreno and Hart will continue to take on cases as I really love these characters and hope to see more of them. If you haven’t read the first few books, start at the beginning. The overarching storyline is so much richer when read in order.
Copy received from the author in exchange for an honest review.
Copy received from the author in exchange for an honest review.
January 23, 2016
I'm glad that we finally have some resolution about what happened to the past with Scarlett. It was interesting the path of bread crumbs that they followed to get to the bottom of things. I hated some of the things that Krista and Scarlett found out, people that they trusted that betrayed them, people that had to keep things hidden from them due to their jobs. Had they been able to tell the truth things would have been much better for everyone.
January 17, 2016
If you like exciting plot with intrigue, and have an ending that you didn't see coming. Full review coming!
January 30, 2023
#3 in the series (and you must read them in order) was a disappointment, specifically the Found story. The Found section, which should have been a blockbuster culmination of the entire mystery, was weak. There was little dialogue or action. We only know what is happening because we read about Scarlet's internal thought processes. Imagine sitting in a lecture hall listening to a dry summation of this vast conspiracy; who did what to whom and how. Lost featuring Krista was better written, faster paced, better dialogue, and the only reason for the 3 stars. I really liked these characters and wish the series would continue; Bosch certainly has a long literary history.
April 18, 2023
Did not see that coming
I figured some of the secrets, but the main bad guy…nope didn’t catch that. Great development of the story and breakdown of the facts to wrap up who ambushed Scarlet and why. Great partners and friends from book one to end. Some great dialogue, especially between Alex and Scarlett, Scarlett to the group at the end about work, and Scarlet and her brother. I don’t see any more books for this, but I loved their dynamic and the balance of romance humor and crime solving so I hope that there will be more books!
I figured some of the secrets, but the main bad guy…nope didn’t catch that. Great development of the story and breakdown of the facts to wrap up who ambushed Scarlet and why. Great partners and friends from book one to end. Some great dialogue, especially between Alex and Scarlett, Scarlett to the group at the end about work, and Scarlet and her brother. I don’t see any more books for this, but I loved their dynamic and the balance of romance humor and crime solving so I hope that there will be more books!
February 23, 2020
We finally find out who was behind what happened to Scarlett ambush.
The PI business is broke so they take on a high profile skip trace job.
I was glad of the resolution of the case and was sad to find out the ones behind it were close to them. I like both of the authors and the story was well written. Both women got the HEA which is always a plus.
The PI business is broke so they take on a high profile skip trace job.
I was glad of the resolution of the case and was sad to find out the ones behind it were close to them. I like both of the authors and the story was well written. Both women got the HEA which is always a plus.
April 9, 2021
3 stars for Brennan this time, still 4 stars for Griffin. I just couldn't care less about Scarlett...could not care less...
I actually would read a spin-off series by Griffin about Krista and RJ :)
I actually would read a spin-off series by Griffin about Krista and RJ :)
March 20, 2019
Absolutely fantastic book series. Kept me in suspense throughout all 4 books. I highly recommend reading this series.
July 19, 2020
I love these books
Allison Brennan has been 1 of my favorite writers sense I read her the first time. Lost and Found is an amazing book along with the other books in this series.
Allison Brennan has been 1 of my favorite writers sense I read her the first time. Lost and Found is an amazing book along with the other books in this series.
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September 11, 2023
Actual Rating: 3.5 Stars
August 1, 2024
Okay ending, skimmed a lot, would have been better as one slightly longer book than three books
May 26, 2025
wrapped up nicely
This book finally brought closure to everything. Not going to spoil anything but I was shocked and saddened by one of the bad guys.
This book finally brought closure to everything. Not going to spoil anything but I was shocked and saddened by one of the bad guys.
January 9, 2016
As the other books from this series, highly recommended!
A little romance, a little sex, but not too much (and I think, this is still for ages 14 and above, but not real YA). Two POV's, one written mostly by Allison Brennan, one written mostly by Laura Griffin.
Fast paced thriller and a page-turner, with good plausible situations, most logically explained and concluded, a few loose ends or missing explanations are ok with me.
No one is acting as a vigilante, which really is reason for me to add the fifth star. Could easily have happened, and I really like it, a little torture (more threatened) from the bad guys but with the good guys not overstepping their boundaries.
Together with the Lucy Kincaid-series, this is so far my favourite series from Brennan, though I think I should also check out the books by Laura Griffin. Pre-ordered the book and began it next day after automatic delivery to my Kindle.
Could be read as a standalone, as some background from the other books is repeated.
A little romance, a little sex, but not too much (and I think, this is still for ages 14 and above, but not real YA). Two POV's, one written mostly by Allison Brennan, one written mostly by Laura Griffin.
Fast paced thriller and a page-turner, with good plausible situations, most logically explained and concluded, a few loose ends or missing explanations are ok with me.
No one is acting as a vigilante, which really is reason for me to add the fifth star. Could easily have happened, and I really like it, a little torture (more threatened) from the bad guys but with the good guys not overstepping their boundaries.
Together with the Lucy Kincaid-series, this is so far my favourite series from Brennan, though I think I should also check out the books by Laura Griffin. Pre-ordered the book and began it next day after automatic delivery to my Kindle.
Could be read as a standalone, as some background from the other books is repeated.
February 11, 2016
Griffin and Brennan bring it again in this latest of their Moreno & Hart series. Scarlet is DETERMINED to find who ordered the hit on her three years ago and she believes the answer lies with an overlooked witness. She goes to talk with her former partner, leaving Krista to find the witness, with the help of Flynn, the PI she's trying NOT to be in love with. They both end up over their heads, because they have come too close and the people in "charge" are nervous. It takes the men in their lives, their significant others, brother, former partner, to help save them AND prove what they know. Fast paced and un-put-downable! Do NOT pass this one over!!
January 21, 2016
Another great Moreno and Hart story- very satisfying finish
These two characters are great and so well drawn by their authors. It's a satisfactory completion of a story that's been developed over the series- but I hope they will now work on more cases and we'll get to see them develop as PI's and in their relationships with Alex and RJ. I love these characters and don't want to let them go!
These two characters are great and so well drawn by their authors. It's a satisfactory completion of a story that's been developed over the series- but I hope they will now work on more cases and we'll get to see them develop as PI's and in their relationships with Alex and RJ. I love these characters and don't want to let them go!
February 4, 2017
I love these characters because they are flawed, human, and believable and the writing is very good. Brennan and Griffin, the two authors, did a great job of developing the characters throughout the books and making sure their 'voices' were consistent. There are still some plot line questions that didn't get answered for me and typos/editing issues throughout the series that a good editor could help fix.
Hopefully, we will see more from these 2 authors and from Scarlet and Krista!
Hopefully, we will see more from these 2 authors and from Scarlet and Krista!
June 16, 2016
What was meant to be a few pages to read while waiting for the kids to get out of school ended up being an all nighter because I could not put it down! What a ride, and well worth the lack of sleep.
I can't help but feel this is the end now. The revelation of who tried to kill Scarlet, and why. I don't want it to be the end though, I want MORE!
I can't help but feel this is the end now. The revelation of who tried to kill Scarlet, and why. I don't want it to be the end though, I want MORE!
February 25, 2016
I love these two author writing together. I think they bring out the best in each other.
The series is definitely best when read in order.
As usual, this is just my opinion and it may drastically differ from others. I liked the first book in this series best. Scarlet and Krista make a good team of P.I.'s. I hope their story is continued in a longer, pulled together story.
The series is definitely best when read in order.
As usual, this is just my opinion and it may drastically differ from others. I liked the first book in this series best. Scarlet and Krista make a good team of P.I.'s. I hope their story is continued in a longer, pulled together story.
July 16, 2016
I really enjoy the Moreno and Hart series by Allison Brennan and Laura Griffin. They both have similar writing styles, and I like how they are able to weave their separate stories into one final plot, like they did with this one. Each of the P.I.s have a guy who will be able to look for them, and I really enjoy that. I hope there will continue to be more in this series.
January 10, 2016
I loved the resolution of mystery why Scarlet was almost assassinated. And I was truly surprised!
This two part, two person, two author concept was wonderful, despite me doubting it. I am glad I gave the Moreno and Hart a chance!
I only hope that we'll hear more from Krista and Scarlet!
This two part, two person, two author concept was wonderful, despite me doubting it. I am glad I gave the Moreno and Hart a chance!
I only hope that we'll hear more from Krista and Scarlet!
April 15, 2016
I didn't want this to end. Can't wait for next installment. Allison Brennan (my favorite author) and Laura Griffin write so well together. Interactions are seamless. If you haven't started this series, please do. You won't regret it.
January 8, 2016
Exciting Read
Recommend this book and series if you have not read all of their books.
Exciting plot, intrigue, and could not guess the ending. Enjoyed the character's growth.
Can't wait for their next investigation!
Recommend this book and series if you have not read all of their books.
Exciting plot, intrigue, and could not guess the ending. Enjoyed the character's growth.
Can't wait for their next investigation!
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