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Kill Cycle
"Great story, excellent characterization, lots of action..."The town I grew up in is dying, and I know who’s killing it. At least I think I do. But he’s a master manipulator and nobody will believe me. It’s up to me to prove that he’s the serial killer who has been stalking the streets. I have to stop him before he targets me, or worse, my family.Kill Cycle - a psychological thriller that leaves you guessing until the final page."There are monsters all around us. We do not always see them for who they are."
- GenresThriller
410 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 25, 2016
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Ike Hamill
54 books189 followersIke Hamill writes fast-paced horror novels with strong, relatable characters. His books have gained a steady following amongst readers who enjoy his blend of sci-fi, paranormal, occult, and suspense. Whether focused on a small family trying to survive the move to a haunted house, or following a band of angry rebels determined to withstand an apocalypse, his stories draw the reader into the lives of real people in crisis. Readers are always sad to leave the characters behind when the book is finished.
Reviewers compare Ike to Dean Koontz and Stephen King—two of his favorite authors. His narrative often jumps between interwoven stories, presenting readers with a fresh perspective and keeping them guessing until the last chapter. Most of Ike’s readers are repeat customers. Pick up one of his books to learn why.
Reviewers compare Ike to Dean Koontz and Stephen King—two of his favorite authors. His narrative often jumps between interwoven stories, presenting readers with a fresh perspective and keeping them guessing until the last chapter. Most of Ike’s readers are repeat customers. Pick up one of his books to learn why.
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April 19, 2020
I read this book for 3 main reasons. 1) I received it for free, 2) Ike Hamill lives in Maine and I grew up in Maine, and 3) the story takes place in the town of Harrison, which is the town I grew up in. I was slightly disappointed (but relieved by the end of the book) that this was a fictional town that was probably not even in Maine.
The story hooked me right from the beginning and I read it in two days. Along with Ash, I tried to put all the pieces together to discover who the serial killer was. Of course, Charlie was the obvious suspect initially, but what's obvious is not always the whole story. I think, at times, Ash acted irresponsibly without consideration for his safety or his family. I suppose that happens when you become obsessed with finding a serial killer.
I liked the pace of the story, and the cast of characters. Hamill did a great job of fleshing them out and giving them backstories and describing the setting so that I could "see" the details. I loved Ash's family and the little details that were thrown in. His son's antics made me laugh.
The premise of the story, as it unfolded at the end, seemed a bit far-fetched to me, but is definitely plausible, and makes you wonder who your neighbors and friends really are. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book, and look forward to reading others by Ike Hamill.
The story hooked me right from the beginning and I read it in two days. Along with Ash, I tried to put all the pieces together to discover who the serial killer was. Of course, Charlie was the obvious suspect initially, but what's obvious is not always the whole story. I think, at times, Ash acted irresponsibly without consideration for his safety or his family. I suppose that happens when you become obsessed with finding a serial killer.
I liked the pace of the story, and the cast of characters. Hamill did a great job of fleshing them out and giving them backstories and describing the setting so that I could "see" the details. I loved Ash's family and the little details that were thrown in. His son's antics made me laugh.
The premise of the story, as it unfolded at the end, seemed a bit far-fetched to me, but is definitely plausible, and makes you wonder who your neighbors and friends really are. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book, and look forward to reading others by Ike Hamill.
March 22, 2017
Thx to the Author for sending this story to me.
May 19, 2016
Charlie is meant to be a suspect from the beginning; even Ash seems to understand that. The first third of the book builds up various characters and their relationships; the thriller part of the book largely holds off until after that. I couldn’t stand Laura, Ash’s wife. She’s mean and manipulative, and I wanted her to turn out to be a bad guy. At one point she wakes her husband up from a sound sleep to insist that he tell her about his investigation just because she can’t sleep and she’s bored. She sets passive-aggressive ‘traps’ all over the place that Ash has to carefully manipulate his own way through. I cannot fathom why he has not divorced her yet. Maybe they enjoy their weird manipulation game too much. There are times when Laura makes Ash guess what she means for no reason (that I could find) other than to be an ass.
Ash does some pretty questionable things once he gets obsessed. He got a data entry job at the police station so that he could run his own searches through their system, looking for more information for his case. He’s lucky he didn’t end up in jail over that one.
The concept is really neat–how do you know who the killers are around you? What if there’s more of them than you imagined? There are some crazy conspiracies going on in this book, and it definitely hooked me in. I did start losing track of some of the interrelationships between characters, but they were fascinating characters.
The pace picks up considerably toward the end On the whole I quite enjoyed this book.
Original review on my site: http://www.errantdreams.com/2016/05/r...
Ash does some pretty questionable things once he gets obsessed. He got a data entry job at the police station so that he could run his own searches through their system, looking for more information for his case. He’s lucky he didn’t end up in jail over that one.
The concept is really neat–how do you know who the killers are around you? What if there’s more of them than you imagined? There are some crazy conspiracies going on in this book, and it definitely hooked me in. I did start losing track of some of the interrelationships between characters, but they were fascinating characters.
The pace picks up considerably toward the end On the whole I quite enjoyed this book.
Original review on my site: http://www.errantdreams.com/2016/05/r...
March 8, 2024
There are monsters all around us. We do not always see them for who they are. They can be our friends and neighbors, but they are accustomed to hiding in plain sight. This new novel by Ike Hamill deals with child abuse and serial killers and connects them in an interesting way. I really enjoyed Mr. Hamill`s tie-in to one of his previous novels (I don`t want to spoil anything) and the way it was handled. This novel is about a freelance journalist who moves back to his old hometown. When a murder occurs, he and his new friend begin to talk about the murders than have occurred over the years: always three at a time, and then stopping for a while. While researching an article on the murders, he begins to form his own suspicions, mostly around a childhood friend whom he has recently reconnected with.
The story takes place some in the past, but mostly in present day. Ike Hamill does a great job of evoking an emotional response from his readers. This novel is a little disturbing at times because of the nature of the content, but it was handled well.
The story takes place some in the past, but mostly in present day. Ike Hamill does a great job of evoking an emotional response from his readers. This novel is a little disturbing at times because of the nature of the content, but it was handled well.
July 11, 2016
Oh my...I feel like I just took a ride on the crazy train! And, Ike Hamill does a great job of acting conductor!
A hometown can hide many secrets and monsters live in plain sight.
Ike Hamill does a great job building characters, back story abounds. The story will take you to the past and back to the present.
Includes serial killer(s), with graphic murders, pet mutilation, violence, child abuse and bullying.
So if you are easily offended by things that happen in real life then this is not the book for you. But if you like a well written suspenseful thriller. ..then take a seat. You won't be disappointed!
A hometown can hide many secrets and monsters live in plain sight.
Ike Hamill does a great job building characters, back story abounds. The story will take you to the past and back to the present.
Includes serial killer(s), with graphic murders, pet mutilation, violence, child abuse and bullying.
So if you are easily offended by things that happen in real life then this is not the book for you. But if you like a well written suspenseful thriller. ..then take a seat. You won't be disappointed!
May 10, 2016
This book turned out to be addicting. The first few pages were really confusing but if it seems confusing, just push on through. After a few pages, you just sort of 'snap' into the story and you can't put it down. I found very few errors in the book, and it was a joy to read.
May 2, 2016
Great book! Fascinating storyline, that defiantly gives you some things to think about. I couldn't put it down
August 31, 2020
Serial killing game
All of Mr. Hamill’s books are a good read. This was however was not the best; but still good. A couple of the things that threw me off was the dynamic between the main character and his wife. Then the wife’s break of his trust towards the end. The plot was a little bit of a stretch with the concept of the “competition”; and the geographical centralization of murders. Not to mention the main character’s leap that the killer must be someone he knew. I liked the intellectual thought processes of all the characters, it gives us insight into how we all think, and mask our true selves. Read and judge for yourself.
All of Mr. Hamill’s books are a good read. This was however was not the best; but still good. A couple of the things that threw me off was the dynamic between the main character and his wife. Then the wife’s break of his trust towards the end. The plot was a little bit of a stretch with the concept of the “competition”; and the geographical centralization of murders. Not to mention the main character’s leap that the killer must be someone he knew. I liked the intellectual thought processes of all the characters, it gives us insight into how we all think, and mask our true selves. Read and judge for yourself.
July 7, 2021
Psychological Horror
Ike Hamill certainly knows how to twists his words into a psychological horror story. Imagine moving back to your home town with your wife, raising a family, meeting new friends, and reconnecting with old friends. Now imagine a horrific murder takes place. A murder that is similar to murders previously visited upon your home town. Imagine you think you know who the killer is, and he...or she is hiding in plain sight. What would you do? A page turner.
Ike Hamill certainly knows how to twists his words into a psychological horror story. Imagine moving back to your home town with your wife, raising a family, meeting new friends, and reconnecting with old friends. Now imagine a horrific murder takes place. A murder that is similar to murders previously visited upon your home town. Imagine you think you know who the killer is, and he...or she is hiding in plain sight. What would you do? A page turner.
January 17, 2024
First-half was great with a vintage King feel to the story: a folksy small-town story where all the characters seem to be hinky and equally likely to be the culprit.
The last-half had one too many twists and the author seemed to be trying too hard to misdirect the reader. In the end, the Hitchcockian twists got entangled with each other, somewhat diluting what could have been a great whodunnit.
Still, Hamill is a very talented author and I will keep reading his novels.
The last-half had one too many twists and the author seemed to be trying too hard to misdirect the reader. In the end, the Hitchcockian twists got entangled with each other, somewhat diluting what could have been a great whodunnit.
Still, Hamill is a very talented author and I will keep reading his novels.
January 19, 2021
It’s not a page turner
Well it doesn’t half go on. Lots of backstory and it drags along at a very slow pace. Got to 60% and wished I was finished but persevered to the end. Wasn’t great and just too much irrelevance.
Well it doesn’t half go on. Lots of backstory and it drags along at a very slow pace. Got to 60% and wished I was finished but persevered to the end. Wasn’t great and just too much irrelevance.
May 19, 2020
Ike does it again
Another great book from this author. I have enjoyed everything I have read so far. Have so many in my Kindle library can't wait to read another one.
Another great book from this author. I have enjoyed everything I have read so far. Have so many in my Kindle library can't wait to read another one.
June 7, 2016
Great read holds your interest
An interesting concept for a story that holds your interest to the end I be read several of Like Hamills books now
An interesting concept for a story that holds your interest to the end I be read several of Like Hamills books now
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