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Riley Paige #3
Once Craved
When prostitutes turn up dead in Phoenix, not much attention is paid. But when a pattern of disturbing murders is discovered, the local police soon realize a serial killer is on a rampage and they are in way over their heads. Given the unique nature of the crimes, the FBI, called in, knows they will need their most brilliant mind to crack the case: Special Agent Riley Paige.
Riley, recovering from her last case and trying to pick up the pieces of her life, is at first reluctant. But when she learns of the grievous nature of the crimes and realizes the killer will soon strike again, she is compelled. She begins her hunt for the elusive killer and her obsessive nature takes her too far—perhaps too far, this time, to pull herself back from the brink.
Riley’s search leads her into the unsettling world of prostitutes, of broken homes, and shattered dreams. She learns that, even amongst these women, there are glimpses of hope, hope being robbed by a violent psychopath. When a teenage girl is abducted, Riley, in a frantic race against time, struggles to probe the depths of the killer’s mind. But what she discovers leads her to a twist that is too shocking for even her to imagine.
A dark psychological thriller with heart-pounding suspense, ONCE CRAVED is book #3 in a riveting new series—with a beloved new character—that will leave you turning pages late into the night.
Riley, recovering from her last case and trying to pick up the pieces of her life, is at first reluctant. But when she learns of the grievous nature of the crimes and realizes the killer will soon strike again, she is compelled. She begins her hunt for the elusive killer and her obsessive nature takes her too far—perhaps too far, this time, to pull herself back from the brink.
Riley’s search leads her into the unsettling world of prostitutes, of broken homes, and shattered dreams. She learns that, even amongst these women, there are glimpses of hope, hope being robbed by a violent psychopath. When a teenage girl is abducted, Riley, in a frantic race against time, struggles to probe the depths of the killer’s mind. But what she discovers leads her to a twist that is too shocking for even her to imagine.
A dark psychological thriller with heart-pounding suspense, ONCE CRAVED is book #3 in a riveting new series—with a beloved new character—that will leave you turning pages late into the night.
226 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 24, 2016
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About the author
Blake Pierce
1,785 books5,710 followersBlake 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.
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.
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October 29, 2018
As always, any book about Riley Paige is going to have a thrilling plot, a list of many possible suspects, and some scary side plots going on as well. These are all written so well, well thought out plots. I recommend this entire series!
November 15, 2016
I have throughly enjoyed this series so far but the stories are now starting to feel a bit samey. I didn't enjoy this one as much as the others, but only for this reason really.
I may take a little break before deciding whether to move onto book 4
I may take a little break before deciding whether to move onto book 4
September 5, 2021
The Riley Paige mystery series (this is book 3) is an enjoyably mystery series featuring a FBI Special Agent tracking, identifying and bringing down the worst of criminals. Special Agent Riley has a heightened sense about these serial monsters since she was once captured by one and almost his victim. That brings baggage, strength and special intuition too.
I like the series overall, and really appreciate the way Blake Pierce writes without using excessive vulgarity.
This book had a quite a bit of personal and family drama mixed in between the mystery and profiling of the serial killer who was preying on prostitutes in AZ. The ending was a bit of a surprise - well done.
I’m intrigued and look forward to reading a lot more of her work.
3.5 Stars rounded up
I like the series overall, and really appreciate the way Blake Pierce writes without using excessive vulgarity.
This book had a quite a bit of personal and family drama mixed in between the mystery and profiling of the serial killer who was preying on prostitutes in AZ. The ending was a bit of a surprise - well done.
I’m intrigued and look forward to reading a lot more of her work.
3.5 Stars rounded up
October 15, 2022
Book 3 in the Riley Paige Series and I have grown very fond of this authors writing. Her books and mystery books always have me guessing until the very end of the book. This was the first book where I thought the person they were speaking to was the actual killer. I figured I was wrong because in her books I am ALWAYS wrong :) Not this time though. I didn't actually get who it was until the last chapter so maybe that doesn't count LOL
Riley Paige is divorced to a man who has no time for anyone unless they worship the ground he walks on. They have a daughter April and he can't be bothered to come to her when she needs him. He's a really winner of a man NOT!!! April suffered some trauma recently due to her mothers job and even though he could have lost his daughter to a madman he still can't be bothered to come to her rescue. Ryan is a loser.
April is a 15 year old girl with a huge chip on her shoulder and she acts out often and blames her mom (Riley) for everything. Riley never shares any of the details with her daughter and I think she should have. I think kids need to know what is out there. I think kids (girls) need to have some amount of fear or they will be living in a giant bubble.
This book a man was praying on hookers. He made them feel special and then killed them. Bill and Riley had to find him before more women were killed.
I highly recommend this whole series to all mystery/thriller lovers.
Riley Paige is divorced to a man who has no time for anyone unless they worship the ground he walks on. They have a daughter April and he can't be bothered to come to her when she needs him. He's a really winner of a man NOT!!! April suffered some trauma recently due to her mothers job and even though he could have lost his daughter to a madman he still can't be bothered to come to her rescue. Ryan is a loser.
April is a 15 year old girl with a huge chip on her shoulder and she acts out often and blames her mom (Riley) for everything. Riley never shares any of the details with her daughter and I think she should have. I think kids need to know what is out there. I think kids (girls) need to have some amount of fear or they will be living in a giant bubble.
This book a man was praying on hookers. He made them feel special and then killed them. Bill and Riley had to find him before more women were killed.
I highly recommend this whole series to all mystery/thriller lovers.
September 26, 2018
Riley is at it again. Everytime I read one of her books I am amazed by how smart and strong she is. Riley and April are both struggling after being kidnapped in book 2. Riley and her partner are off to investigate the death of prostitutes. While she is gone she is having issues. She is struggling trying to balance her work and her family. She feels she needs to be with April but she cannot walk away from her job. I really loved reading about these cases. They are all new and different and each one is unique in their own way.
September 7, 2020
Mi sto sempre di più appassionando a questa serie .. i personaggi si stanno ben sviluppando e le storie parallele che si stanno creando ed evolvendo mi invitano a continuare .. che dire .. continuamo ;)
June 20, 2023
( AUDIOLIBRO )
Pues nada, otro más.
Spoiler no Spoiler ... porque más o menos es lo mismo en todos los libros ... que que mala soy, que que distante es mi padre, que si me despiden que si no, que al final sorpresa "inesperada", en fin ...
Pero siguen teniendo ése "algo" que hace que quiera escuchar el siguiente.
Pues nada, otro más.
Spoiler no Spoiler ... porque más o menos es lo mismo en todos los libros ... que que mala soy, que que distante es mi padre, que si me despiden que si no, que al final sorpresa "inesperada", en fin ...
Pero siguen teniendo ése "algo" que hace que quiera escuchar el siguiente.
August 25, 2019
I got a bit disappointed with this one, a lot of fake feminism for my liking.. it describes a huge problem of society but in a toxic kind of way. I find it kind of hard to believe that our beloved heroine has just yet discovered that prostitution is a problem and that women in the “business” are being treated bad... that might be news for someone like me, but it shouldn’t be for an FBI agent with her experience. A certainly not the point that she starts to lash out at any / all men around and saying “i’m done with men..”.
Also I get why Riley needed to talk to that prisoner last time - the chain expert, but this time it just felt out of place, I understand he might be building up to be her arch nemesis in the series ( after maybe running away ?? ) but it should have had some point other then “ you are getting close “.
Also I get why Riley needed to talk to that prisoner last time - the chain expert, but this time it just felt out of place, I understand he might be building up to be her arch nemesis in the series ( after maybe running away ?? ) but it should have had some point other then “ you are getting close “.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 10, 2020
3.5 stars. FBI agent Riley Paige teaches FBI Academy students about serial killers. Her PTSD is decreasing and she's enjoying time away from the field. A prostitute's body is found in a lake. Since Riley is the serial killer expert, she's asked to take the case, reuniting her with her old partner Bill.
Over the past 3 books, I've developed a liking for Riley. Her character has developed and she's a better mother now. She still has anger issues that lead to impulsiveness and potential violence. Any other agent would have been fired except she has something special within her that makes her get into the killers minds. After the first book, I wasn't sure I really wanted to read another one, but now I'm ready for the next book.
Over the past 3 books, I've developed a liking for Riley. Her character has developed and she's a better mother now. She still has anger issues that lead to impulsiveness and potential violence. Any other agent would have been fired except she has something special within her that makes her get into the killers minds. After the first book, I wasn't sure I really wanted to read another one, but now I'm ready for the next book.
June 25, 2021
I did struggle a little with this book, but I will admit the action kept me turning the page. The main character was already suffering greatly at the start of this series, and the events of the first two books certainly haven't helped matters. The plot points came thick and fast, and while I seriously question this style of the BAU that the author is pushing forward, I can get behind it. The climax came upon us very late, along with some rather surprising sharp left turns plot wise that seemed to diffuse tension, rather than increase it. I would have preferred a little more resolution, but I'll have to read the next in the series soon.
October 2, 2019
I spent most of this book asking myself why I kept listening to it when I was so irritated with it. The female MC makes so so so many poor choices. Yet we're supposed to believe she's incredibly intelligent and just magically knows when people are telling the truth BUT ALSO randomly loses that ability when it suits the plot so that she needs to seek out other opinions.
Someone needs to explain to me why TF she would need to go see her father, who she hates AND ALSO some random serial murderer she put away to give her insight into the person she's currently hunting!?!? There is zero consistency in her characterization and it drove me bananas.
Not to mention this is book 3 and the father of her daughter is barely mentioned throughout these books - we are truly expected to believe he's been present in her life and a relatively active father BUT DOES NOT CARE WHEN HIS DAUGHTER GETS KIDNAPPED!?!?! (okay that was book 1 but I'm still angry) Yet both the daughter and the female MC acts like that's okay and that it's normal in the sense that he is still her father...
Riley also was constantly making stupid decisions. And making incredibly condescending proclamations about sex work in this book - how all sex workers are bound to have STIs, and destined to be on crack. Basically I hated that I finished the book and wished i had DNFd it but the narrator was good, I definitely will not be reading any more.
Someone needs to explain to me why TF she would need to go see her father, who she hates AND ALSO some random serial murderer she put away to give her insight into the person she's currently hunting!?!? There is zero consistency in her characterization and it drove me bananas.
Not to mention this is book 3 and the father of her daughter is barely mentioned throughout these books - we are truly expected to believe he's been present in her life and a relatively active father BUT DOES NOT CARE WHEN HIS DAUGHTER GETS KIDNAPPED!?!?! (okay that was book 1 but I'm still angry) Yet both the daughter and the female MC acts like that's okay and that it's normal in the sense that he is still her father...
Riley also was constantly making stupid decisions. And making incredibly condescending proclamations about sex work in this book - how all sex workers are bound to have STIs, and destined to be on crack. Basically I hated that I finished the book and wished i had DNFd it but the narrator was good, I definitely will not be reading any more.
April 10, 2020
1.5
No puedo creer que este libro tenga más de 4 estrellas, de verdad que se me complica respetar la opinión, con este libro se confirma lo incompetentes que son todos los agentes del FBI, incluyendo a Riley.
Los descubrimientos más chivas los hace gente que ni policía es y ni saben nada del caso, eso le quita credibilidad a nuestra protagonista.
A Bill todo se lo tiene que decir Riley porque sino nunca se da cuenta de nada hasta que es demasiado obvio.
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¿Hay alguien que no predijo quién era el asesino?
FUE SUPER OBVIO! Demasiado predecible, ¡¿cómo es que me di cuenta yo antes que la "súper" detective?! Lo peor es que pasaron como otras 50 páginas hasta que a ella le cayera el guante, en serio eso me dio mucha cólera, intentaron como distraernos con que era alguien más pero yo siempre supe que no, y para mi siempre fue obvio que solo se sentía culpable por ser mal hermano y desde el momento que intercambiaron una palabra con el culpable, se supo que era.
En general estoy realmente decepcionada de esta trilogía, de cómo dejaron caer un gran villano que tenían, intentan hacer ver a Riley como la detective del año cuando NO lo es y los demás detectives son unos inútiles que simplemente son workacohólicos.
El trauma de Riley se vuelve repetitivo sin aportar nada, y siempre acaba en lo mismo.
Ya entendí sus problemas, prioridades, pasiones y amoríos, no ocupo saber más de ella y definitivamente no quiero volver a leer cómo "resuelven" otro caso de manera tan mediocre.
No puedo creer que este libro tenga más de 4 estrellas, de verdad que se me complica respetar la opinión, con este libro se confirma lo incompetentes que son todos los agentes del FBI, incluyendo a Riley.
Los descubrimientos más chivas los hace gente que ni policía es y ni saben nada del caso, eso le quita credibilidad a nuestra protagonista.
A Bill todo se lo tiene que decir Riley porque sino nunca se da cuenta de nada hasta que es demasiado obvio.
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¿Hay alguien que no predijo quién era el asesino?
FUE SUPER OBVIO! Demasiado predecible, ¡¿cómo es que me di cuenta yo antes que la "súper" detective?! Lo peor es que pasaron como otras 50 páginas hasta que a ella le cayera el guante, en serio eso me dio mucha cólera, intentaron como distraernos con que era alguien más pero yo siempre supe que no, y para mi siempre fue obvio que solo se sentía culpable por ser mal hermano y desde el momento que intercambiaron una palabra con el culpable, se supo que era.
En general estoy realmente decepcionada de esta trilogía, de cómo dejaron caer un gran villano que tenían, intentan hacer ver a Riley como la detective del año cuando NO lo es y los demás detectives son unos inútiles que simplemente son workacohólicos.
El trauma de Riley se vuelve repetitivo sin aportar nada, y siempre acaba en lo mismo.
Ya entendí sus problemas, prioridades, pasiones y amoríos, no ocupo saber más de ella y definitivamente no quiero volver a leer cómo "resuelven" otro caso de manera tan mediocre.
July 24, 2017
I just love these Riley Paige mysteries!!! This has been my least favorite so far - just because the serial killer is a typical prostitute killer and not as original as the killers in the first two books - but it is still great!
September 21, 2020
Book three in the Riley Paige series and it is a great addition to the series. Riley is a brilliant FBI agent who is dealing with PTSD, from a prior case. Riley is the go to agent when a serial killer case comes up.
Riley had a strained relationship with her daughter, April, by many times putting a case she was working on before her daughter. Together Riley and April worked their issues, and thankfully they now have a wonderful relationship. It’s been very interesting how emotionally Riley is evolving into a much stronger woman.
I definitely recommend this series.
Riley had a strained relationship with her daughter, April, by many times putting a case she was working on before her daughter. Together Riley and April worked their issues, and thankfully they now have a wonderful relationship. It’s been very interesting how emotionally Riley is evolving into a much stronger woman.
I definitely recommend this series.
December 4, 2020
Initially I loved the Riley Page both of the series - The Making of Riley Paige and the Riley Paige Mystery. But they started to be all of the same predictable storyline. I have been listening to the audiobooks which may be partly why I cannot get through this book. The narrator is making Riley sound whiny.
June 28, 2020
Goed verhaal, niet te complexe verhaallijnen en dat apprecieer ik op zich wel. Jammer van het slechte vertaalwerk inde Nederlandstalige versie. Foute woorden, schrijffouten,... Het stoort mij niet snel, maar deze keer is het echt té. Deel vier probeer ik maar in het Engels...
September 3, 2020
Honestamente leo está saga por que me gusta el misterio detrás de los asesinos, pero estar vez, fue algo forzado y soso el manejo de los personajes sin mencionar a Riley un personaje que es bueno en su trabajo pero carente de esa escencia .
February 6, 2021
4...Better than the last two...quick read for sure!!! I am enjoying Riley's storyline a little more, even though most of the things she does, a FBI agent would never get away with...but whatever, I like it anyway!
September 22, 2017
really enjoyed the first two of this series and although it was a while ago I read them I picked it up again easily , another great read i listened to the audio version and although it bothered me that it is set in America and narrated by an English woman,I look forward to reading the next one
July 22, 2020
I continue to enjoy this series.
September 13, 2022
Honnêtement j’adore cette série! Assez légère et on se pose vraiment la question: mais qui est le coupable! Peut se lire individuellement mais je vous conseille de la lire depuis le début. J’adore voir l’évolution des personnages au fil des tomes
March 24, 2018
This third installment of the Riley Paige Mystery series was such a breath of fresh air for me. So often, by the time you get to the third book of a series, the writing has become repetitive and the characters are stale. The story is either unoriginal or perhaps is starting to feel too drawn-out and the reader just gets bored. This happens all the time, but *not* with Once Craved.
In this story, Riley is off and running on a new case, but really concerned about what is happening at home. It's clear that her daughter is struggling with the aftermath of having gotten caught up in Riley's last case. Riley's current case shows her some of the darkest dangers facing teen girls, and that those who have already been victimized somehow are particularly at risk. Every moment of the case makes Riley think about her daughter at home and all she is dealing with. Never has she been so torn between work and home.
At the same time that we have the case going on, and the worries about her daughter and the typical teenager/parent dynamics that spice up every family, there is also a potential romantic interest developing. The result is that here we have the perfect concoction of new story elements, character development, and existing situation enrichment. I continue to be so excited about Riley Paige Mysteries and am eager to begin the next book as soon as possible!
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In this story, Riley is off and running on a new case, but really concerned about what is happening at home. It's clear that her daughter is struggling with the aftermath of having gotten caught up in Riley's last case. Riley's current case shows her some of the darkest dangers facing teen girls, and that those who have already been victimized somehow are particularly at risk. Every moment of the case makes Riley think about her daughter at home and all she is dealing with. Never has she been so torn between work and home.
At the same time that we have the case going on, and the worries about her daughter and the typical teenager/parent dynamics that spice up every family, there is also a potential romantic interest developing. The result is that here we have the perfect concoction of new story elements, character development, and existing situation enrichment. I continue to be so excited about Riley Paige Mysteries and am eager to begin the next book as soon as possible!
Read this and more of my reviews at:
www.memoirsofabookwyrm.com
July 16, 2021
And the excitement continues
I understand how Riley finds it difficult to pick between her job or her child, but likes how April is mature enough to understand that her mother is needed to help save other people. I want to see Bill and Riley become a couple. I'm really enjoying this series.
I understand how Riley finds it difficult to pick between her job or her child, but likes how April is mature enough to understand that her mother is needed to help save other people. I want to see Bill and Riley become a couple. I'm really enjoying this series.
September 25, 2021
Riley Paige moet met haar collega Bill een seriemoordenaar pakken die prostituées vermoordt.
Ze wordt geconfronteerd met een wereld van miserie, moedeloosheid en machteloosheid en stelt zich de vraag of alle mannen vrouwen zien als een minderwaardig lustobject. Leest als een trein. Het slot was een beetje voorspelbaar.
Ze wordt geconfronteerd met een wereld van miserie, moedeloosheid en machteloosheid en stelt zich de vraag of alle mannen vrouwen zien als een minderwaardig lustobject. Leest als een trein. Het slot was een beetje voorspelbaar.
September 23, 2018
Entertaining read, but I thought it was easy to guess who the killer was. Also, I hope the story line with the criminal consultation is done and not continued in the next books, I think this part is stupid.
October 16, 2020
Definitivamente amo este autor...
El libro al comienzo parece algo predecible, todo lo que sucede te hace creer que sabes quién es el asesino y de pronto todo da un giro y era quien menos te imaginabas...
El libro al comienzo parece algo predecible, todo lo que sucede te hace creer que sabes quién es el asesino y de pronto todo da un giro y era quien menos te imaginabas...
August 20, 2021
4.5.
Empezamos a ver un gran cambio en La agente especial Paige y eso me agrado bastante. Saber que empieza a dejar parte de sus demonios atrás, te hace ver que su vida puede ir para mejor. Pues ella se merece cosas buenas.
Sinceramente seguire leyendo todas las novelas de Blake Pierce.
Empezamos a ver un gran cambio en La agente especial Paige y eso me agrado bastante. Saber que empieza a dejar parte de sus demonios atrás, te hace ver que su vida puede ir para mejor. Pues ella se merece cosas buenas.
Sinceramente seguire leyendo todas las novelas de Blake Pierce.
August 7, 2016
No book
I have only received the front cover of this book plus the placement file page plus the review page. Can you tell me what has happened to the rest of the pages of my book.
I have only received the front cover of this book plus the placement file page plus the review page. Can you tell me what has happened to the rest of the pages of my book.
February 6, 2024
Por supuesto que tenía que regresar a las páginas escritas por Pierce para reencontrarme con mi crush literario, la agente especial Riley Paige (no te enojes Bill, son un gran equipo), pero esta vez, se trata de una travesía por los lagos represados de Phoenix, Arizona.
Primero, decir que me resulta un poco difícil establecer una opinión correcta, por que hablar de este nuevo monstro sin spoilear la historia es complejo, en fin; nadie se preocupa realmente cuando prostitutas aparecen muertas en Phoenix, hasta que descubren un patrón en sus asesinatos, entonces se dan cuenta que están tratando con un posible asesino en serie. Es momento de involucrar al FBI, en especial a su mente más brillante para resolver el caso, la Agente Especial Riley Paige.
Riley, recuperándose de su último caso y tratando de lidiar con las consecuencias, está renuente al principio. Pero cuando se entera de la naturaleza grave de los crímenes y entra en cuenta que el asesino pronto atacará de nuevo, se ve obligada a acudir. La búsqueda de Riley la lleva al inquietante mundo de prostitutas, hogares desestructurados y sueños rotos. Aprende que, incluso entre estas mujeres, hay destellos de esperanza, esperanza que está siendo robada por un psicópata violento.
Es un libro demasiado personal para Riley, a pesar de que la investigación la lleva a asomarse al abismo que no esperaba reencontrar, regresa de él entera, consciente y bastante más agresiva, lo que solo hace crecer al personaje, me ha dejado enganchado, la sencillez y ligereza de la historia hace que los momentos difíciles se disfruten muchísimo, es una historia con poca acción, pero mucha reflexión.
Primero, decir que me resulta un poco difícil establecer una opinión correcta, por que hablar de este nuevo monstro sin spoilear la historia es complejo, en fin; nadie se preocupa realmente cuando prostitutas aparecen muertas en Phoenix, hasta que descubren un patrón en sus asesinatos, entonces se dan cuenta que están tratando con un posible asesino en serie. Es momento de involucrar al FBI, en especial a su mente más brillante para resolver el caso, la Agente Especial Riley Paige.
Riley, recuperándose de su último caso y tratando de lidiar con las consecuencias, está renuente al principio. Pero cuando se entera de la naturaleza grave de los crímenes y entra en cuenta que el asesino pronto atacará de nuevo, se ve obligada a acudir. La búsqueda de Riley la lleva al inquietante mundo de prostitutas, hogares desestructurados y sueños rotos. Aprende que, incluso entre estas mujeres, hay destellos de esperanza, esperanza que está siendo robada por un psicópata violento.
Es un libro demasiado personal para Riley, a pesar de que la investigación la lleva a asomarse al abismo que no esperaba reencontrar, regresa de él entera, consciente y bastante más agresiva, lo que solo hace crecer al personaje, me ha dejado enganchado, la sencillez y ligereza de la historia hace que los momentos difíciles se disfruten muchísimo, es una historia con poca acción, pero mucha reflexión.
October 2, 2019
ONCE CRAVED is book #3 in the bestselling Riley Paige mystery series, which begins with ONCE GONE.
When prostitutes turn up dead in Phoenix, not much attention is paid. But when a pattern of disturbing murders is discovered, the local police soon realize a serial killer is on a rampage and they are in way over their heads. Given the unique nature of the crimes, the FBI, called in, knows they will need their most brilliant mind to crack the case: Special Agent Riley Paige.
Riley, recovering from her last case and trying to pick up the pieces of her life, is at first reluctant. But when she learns of the grievous nature of the crimes and realizes the killer will soon strike again, she is compelled. She begins her hunt for the elusive killer and her obsessive nature takes her too far—perhaps too far, this time, to pull herself back from the brink.
Riley’s search leads her into the unsettling world of prostitutes, of broken homes, and shattered dreams. She learns that, even among these women, there are glimpses of hope, hope being robbed by a violent psychopath. When a teenage girl is abducted, Riley, in a frantic race against time, struggles to probe the depths of the killer’s mind. But what she discovers leads her to a twist that is too shocking for even her to imagine.
A dark psychological thriller with heart-pounding suspense, ONCE CRAVED is book #3 in a riveting new series—with a beloved new character—that will leave you turning pages late into the night.
When prostitutes turn up dead in Phoenix, not much attention is paid. But when a pattern of disturbing murders is discovered, the local police soon realize a serial killer is on a rampage and they are in way over their heads. Given the unique nature of the crimes, the FBI, called in, knows they will need their most brilliant mind to crack the case: Special Agent Riley Paige.
Riley, recovering from her last case and trying to pick up the pieces of her life, is at first reluctant. But when she learns of the grievous nature of the crimes and realizes the killer will soon strike again, she is compelled. She begins her hunt for the elusive killer and her obsessive nature takes her too far—perhaps too far, this time, to pull herself back from the brink.
Riley’s search leads her into the unsettling world of prostitutes, of broken homes, and shattered dreams. She learns that, even among these women, there are glimpses of hope, hope being robbed by a violent psychopath. When a teenage girl is abducted, Riley, in a frantic race against time, struggles to probe the depths of the killer’s mind. But what she discovers leads her to a twist that is too shocking for even her to imagine.
A dark psychological thriller with heart-pounding suspense, ONCE CRAVED is book #3 in a riveting new series—with a beloved new character—that will leave you turning pages late into the night.
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