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Rechercheur Carson Ryder dacht dat hij alles al had meegemaakt, maar dít slaat alles! Ergens op een afgelegen terrein is de politie gestuit op iets gruwelijks wat jarenlang verborgen is gebleven in een diepe put: een enorme massieve pilaar van beton en menselijke resten...
Ryder mag de lugubere zaak oplossen. Hij weet immers als geen ander waartoe zieke geesten in staat zijn; het opsporen van psychopathische moordenaars is zijn specialisme. Al gauw ontdekt hij echter dat er meer dan één zieke geest bij deze zaak betrokken is. Het lijkt erop dat er een heel netwerk van nietsontziende mensenhandelaren achter zit, die echt nergens voor terugdeinzen.
Tot zijn frustratie blijft de zaak een mysterie, totdat een doodsbang meisje contact met hem probeert te krijgen en hij beseft dat zij de sleutel tot het raadsel is. Helaas is hij niet de enige die het meisje wil vinden...
Ryder mag de lugubere zaak oplossen. Hij weet immers als geen ander waartoe zieke geesten in staat zijn; het opsporen van psychopathische moordenaars is zijn specialisme. Al gauw ontdekt hij echter dat er meer dan één zieke geest bij deze zaak betrokken is. Het lijkt erop dat er een heel netwerk van nietsontziende mensenhandelaren achter zit, die echt nergens voor terugdeinzen.
Tot zijn frustratie blijft de zaak een mysterie, totdat een doodsbang meisje contact met hem probeert te krijgen en hij beseft dat zij de sleutel tot het raadsel is. Helaas is hij niet de enige die het meisje wil vinden...
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First published December 5, 2013
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June 3, 2018
These books are not released quick enough in result to the speed in which i devour them.
Blood brother (book four) was one of the first crime books I read and is the main reason I am addictted to this genre and especially this series. Mr. Kerley keeps the reader hooked especially with his endings where Jeremey is returning for fun and games with his brother. Though it is not full of scientific detail etc. it still pulls the reader into the scenes and gives them the sense that they are there.
Cannot wait until June for the next one!!! Excited =]
An Abbie recommendation =]
Blood brother (book four) was one of the first crime books I read and is the main reason I am addictted to this genre and especially this series. Mr. Kerley keeps the reader hooked especially with his endings where Jeremey is returning for fun and games with his brother. Though it is not full of scientific detail etc. it still pulls the reader into the scenes and gives them the sense that they are there.
Cannot wait until June for the next one!!! Excited =]
An Abbie recommendation =]
August 29, 2014
I’m currently relishing catching up with this series, after somehow overlooking the last two releases- The Memory Killer (published in June) is next on the list. In a change of direction, Detective Carson Ryder has upped sticks and moved from the sultry climes of his native Mobile in Alabama to Miami, as part of the team of consulting specialists at the Florida Centre for Law Enforcement. His reputation as a man in tune with the mental processes of the most dark and depraved criminal minds, has paved the way for his inclusion in this new team, leaving behind some of the stalwart characters of the series to date. As Ryder navigates his way in his new home (a temporary palatial beach side residence appropriated from an incarcerated crime lord), a new job, and a fairly unwelcoming team of detectives overseen by a scheming and slippery boss, Roy McDermott, the scene is set for a whole new chapter in Ryder’s life. However, I was delighted to discover that Ryder’s escaped psychotic brother Jeremy makes a welcome appearance, to aid the continuity of the sharp change in direction of the series…
What I love about Kerley’s writing is the instant shock factor that unerringly drives his books. The opening to this one is particularly harrowing, with a container full of illegal immigrants arriving in Miami, with the majority of them dead, or close to death. As the plot progresses, Kerley provides an insight into the horrific nature of human trafficking and the awful fate that awaits them (in particular the women) as the overseers of this lucrative business, treat them no better than chattels to be exploited and used. The discovery of the concrete pillar of human remains is particularly poignant and unsettling, and immediately appeals to the crusading and humane nature of Ryder, to identify this people and bring their killers to justice. As Ryder pursues the traffickers, and a young girl who has escaped their clutches, what follows is a violent and breathless thriller, that will shock and delight in equal measure. The plot is well executed, as Kerley has an innate skill at controlling the pace and measure of his storylines, and I found this difficult to put down, despite the sometimes more graphic and disturbing elements of the narrative, but what I think Kerley has achieved most successfully is the intergration of Ryder into a new team and locale.
The character of Ryder is pretty much played to form as a bit of a loner with a strong moral core, and not afraid to kick some butts when the occasion arises. I like the moral integrity he displays, and although I’m entirely familiar with him as a character, I enjoy the sense of familiarity that each book brings. In most crime thrillers, a main character is only as successful as those that surround him, and although this book lacks the larger life sidekick of Harry Nautilus (from the Alabama based books) Kerley has quickly established a strong base to work from, and Ryder’s new youthful partner Ziggy Gershwin may come to fill Harry’s big shoes! Ryder’s new boss Roy McDermott is a somewhat Machievellian character despite his outwardly cheerful disposition and the team of detectives, that are initially so suspicious of Ryder, certainly have room for development individually. I also liked the prickly and focused Chief Forensic Examiner, Vivian Morningstar, who delivers her barbed asides like an evil Cupid. As I said previously, Ryder’s errant brother Jeremy also makes an appearance to keep us grounded in the previous series, so all in all this a welcome conglomeration of old and new. A good read once again from Kerley and can’t wait to get started on The Memory Killer…
What I love about Kerley’s writing is the instant shock factor that unerringly drives his books. The opening to this one is particularly harrowing, with a container full of illegal immigrants arriving in Miami, with the majority of them dead, or close to death. As the plot progresses, Kerley provides an insight into the horrific nature of human trafficking and the awful fate that awaits them (in particular the women) as the overseers of this lucrative business, treat them no better than chattels to be exploited and used. The discovery of the concrete pillar of human remains is particularly poignant and unsettling, and immediately appeals to the crusading and humane nature of Ryder, to identify this people and bring their killers to justice. As Ryder pursues the traffickers, and a young girl who has escaped their clutches, what follows is a violent and breathless thriller, that will shock and delight in equal measure. The plot is well executed, as Kerley has an innate skill at controlling the pace and measure of his storylines, and I found this difficult to put down, despite the sometimes more graphic and disturbing elements of the narrative, but what I think Kerley has achieved most successfully is the intergration of Ryder into a new team and locale.
The character of Ryder is pretty much played to form as a bit of a loner with a strong moral core, and not afraid to kick some butts when the occasion arises. I like the moral integrity he displays, and although I’m entirely familiar with him as a character, I enjoy the sense of familiarity that each book brings. In most crime thrillers, a main character is only as successful as those that surround him, and although this book lacks the larger life sidekick of Harry Nautilus (from the Alabama based books) Kerley has quickly established a strong base to work from, and Ryder’s new youthful partner Ziggy Gershwin may come to fill Harry’s big shoes! Ryder’s new boss Roy McDermott is a somewhat Machievellian character despite his outwardly cheerful disposition and the team of detectives, that are initially so suspicious of Ryder, certainly have room for development individually. I also liked the prickly and focused Chief Forensic Examiner, Vivian Morningstar, who delivers her barbed asides like an evil Cupid. As I said previously, Ryder’s errant brother Jeremy also makes an appearance to keep us grounded in the previous series, so all in all this a welcome conglomeration of old and new. A good read once again from Kerley and can’t wait to get started on The Memory Killer…
January 30, 2014
I’ve been reading about Carson Ryder since around the halfway mark with book 5 (this is book 10 in the series). Carson Ryder books are incredibly readable (if you know what I mean). They may not be books that have a major impact at the time, but there is something about this series which keeps me (and plenty of others) coming back for more. This book however is by far my favourite and was an absolutely fantastic read. Carson is a pretty cool character and his old partner Harry was also a favourite of mine. However, Carson has moved on and is now in a new town down in the Florida Keys. It almost has a ‘fresh start’ feel to it, which certainly makes the book seem fresh even though this is now the tenth book in the series.
With Harry no longer by his side, I wondered whether anybody else would make an appearance. Sure enough when Carson gets drafted into a new Specialist team he is paired up with the least likely of people. Ziggy Gershwin appears to be a nerdy college type of kid that initially seems fresh out of nappies. Thankfully the pairing worked brilliantly and I found myself hoping this is the start of a new pairing. Carson and Ziggy end up getting drafter into a case that takes them into the very dark world of human trafficking. The bad guys were suitably bad, the storyline twisted enough to keep you turning the pages, and the characters are now so real to me I feel like I need to meet them!!!
Something seems to have shifted with this latest book and it’s all good. If you haven’t read any of the previous books, although not necessary I think it helps give you the background of Carson and his brother Jeremy. I can’t say too much (for fear of spoilers), but for those who have kept up with the series, we only see Jeremy for the briefest time. However, I have a sneaking suspicion that Jack Kerley has special things planned for book 11! I find it hard to believe that many people haven’t heard of J A Kerley, and if you are one of those people, yu may want to take notice. Kerley is a very talented author who has created a fantastic series that keeps you interested. The storylines are all great and there is no ‘padding things out’ just for the sake of word count. I am so pleased that I am up to date with the series and cannot wait to get my hands on the next book. A brilliant read that I didn’t want to put down.
With Harry no longer by his side, I wondered whether anybody else would make an appearance. Sure enough when Carson gets drafted into a new Specialist team he is paired up with the least likely of people. Ziggy Gershwin appears to be a nerdy college type of kid that initially seems fresh out of nappies. Thankfully the pairing worked brilliantly and I found myself hoping this is the start of a new pairing. Carson and Ziggy end up getting drafter into a case that takes them into the very dark world of human trafficking. The bad guys were suitably bad, the storyline twisted enough to keep you turning the pages, and the characters are now so real to me I feel like I need to meet them!!!
Something seems to have shifted with this latest book and it’s all good. If you haven’t read any of the previous books, although not necessary I think it helps give you the background of Carson and his brother Jeremy. I can’t say too much (for fear of spoilers), but for those who have kept up with the series, we only see Jeremy for the briefest time. However, I have a sneaking suspicion that Jack Kerley has special things planned for book 11! I find it hard to believe that many people haven’t heard of J A Kerley, and if you are one of those people, yu may want to take notice. Kerley is a very talented author who has created a fantastic series that keeps you interested. The storylines are all great and there is no ‘padding things out’ just for the sake of word count. I am so pleased that I am up to date with the series and cannot wait to get my hands on the next book. A brilliant read that I didn’t want to put down.
June 17, 2022
A great read.
Det Carson Ryder has dealt with some of the most deprived minds when he is had picked for a specialist unit.
Before he even officially starts he is asked to work on a case where human remains have been found in a concrete pillar.
The case leads the unit into the world of human trafficking, prostitution and murder.
Det Carson Ryder has dealt with some of the most deprived minds when he is had picked for a specialist unit.
Before he even officially starts he is asked to work on a case where human remains have been found in a concrete pillar.
The case leads the unit into the world of human trafficking, prostitution and murder.
May 18, 2014
Incredibly readable escapist crime fiction from one of my favourite writers in the genre.
October 16, 2017
Carson is on the hunt for people traffickers, his first case after his move to Miami. This is a fresh direction in a long running series which I have been.reading since the start. It works well as a stand alone as the salient backstory points are filled in neatly and are not overly stressed for us series readers. The plot is not overly complicated as it follows the story of Leala, a trafficked Honduran, and Carson's investigation but there are enough twists and turns to keep you in "just another chapter" mode. The characterisation is good. Carson is an unambiguously good guy and his new sidekick Ziggy looks like he will be a good laugh when he gets going. The narration style is easy and laid back so the whole package comes to 5 stars for me.
November 16, 2019
Detective Carson Ryder was a stranger to me, he's a likeable cliche, except for having a Pyschokiller fugitive brother chipping in every now and again. No sooner has he moved to a new job in Florida and day one the shit hits the fan, human trafficking and murder.
It's pretty gritty, uncomfortable reading at times, some nasty stuff going on, I've rarely felt that reading a book and don't enjoy it. J.A. Kerley just about gets away with it.
Also the frequent change in point of view and chucking in a first person voice as well was annoying. Miami and Florida don't exactly spring to life either. The end game was very predictable, as was the housing solution.
But... I cared about the characters, it was easy to read and I ploughed through it. Not bad at all.
It's pretty gritty, uncomfortable reading at times, some nasty stuff going on, I've rarely felt that reading a book and don't enjoy it. J.A. Kerley just about gets away with it.
Also the frequent change in point of view and chucking in a first person voice as well was annoying. Miami and Florida don't exactly spring to life either. The end game was very predictable, as was the housing solution.
But... I cared about the characters, it was easy to read and I ploughed through it. Not bad at all.
October 22, 2017
I kind of hate myself for enjoying this book. The scenes of sexual violence are stomach churning and horrible to read. But then human trafficking is horrible and the idea of women trafficked into sex slavery is even more horrible. Sometimes, I am not sure why I read books like this. Probably to lose myself in something far more awful than my own real life? Because the "goody" wins in the end (mostly)? I don't know.
January 18, 2019
Didn't enjoy this book there was a lit of waffle skimmed a few pages. It seemed to take till chapter 24 before it got interesting then seemed to lose something only stuck to out to see what happened to Leala
June 17, 2023
Hmmm this was a slow read for me.
I'm not sure if it was me and I just couldn't get into it or it was how the story was written.
In parts if felt like a dictionary had been chucked at it to make sentences and I could feel myself drifting and not connecting with the story.
I'm not sure if it was me and I just couldn't get into it or it was how the story was written.
In parts if felt like a dictionary had been chucked at it to make sentences and I could feel myself drifting and not connecting with the story.
August 4, 2017
awesome as usual
April 18, 2018
Liked Ziggy. Was a bit disappointed that it wasn't about a serial killer, because that was what I was expecting.
September 24, 2018
Just really bad writing in some points...
February 5, 2021
So good to catch up with Carson Ryder...and to hear Jack's voice. His writing is so eloquent.
May 15, 2021
Adore J.A Kerley!
November 3, 2014
Detective Carson Ryder is at the top of his profession, a detective whose specialty is the detection and capture of serial killers. When he decides to leave his home in Mobile, Alabama, he is quickly offered a job in Miami. He barely gets into town when his services are needed as a horrific discovery has been made. An old cistern on deserted land has been found. In it is a solid column of concrete. Concrete mixed with bodies, their final resting place a frieze of torture and death.
Ryder starts the investigation. His new teammates want nothing to do with him, as they are less than impressed with this new guy in town. Ryder teams up with a new junior detective, Ziggy Gershwin. As the bodies are chipped from the concrete column, it appears that they are all Latin Americans. Is this gang warfare?
As the investigation continues, Ryder and Gershwin discover that this is not gang warfare. Instead it is human trafficking, and the women brought here are then forced into prostitution. They are horrified to discover the extent of this sordid practice, and determined to break up the ring and solve the murders. Their only chance is a woman who has managed to run away from the traffickers, Leala. But Leala has been trained to be as frightened of the police as the men who stole her and it is difficult to persuade her that the police are there to help. Even worse, there is a price on her head and every lowlife in the city is scouring the streets to find her. Can Carson and Ziggy find her first?
This is the tenth novel in the Carson Ryder series. Fans of the series will welcome another Ryder adventure with a new locale and supporting characters. Those who are new to the series will be able to quickly pick up the pace and become fans. The action is fast paced and the reader finds themselves quickly turning the pages to see how everything turns out. This box is recommended for mystery lovers.
Ryder starts the investigation. His new teammates want nothing to do with him, as they are less than impressed with this new guy in town. Ryder teams up with a new junior detective, Ziggy Gershwin. As the bodies are chipped from the concrete column, it appears that they are all Latin Americans. Is this gang warfare?
As the investigation continues, Ryder and Gershwin discover that this is not gang warfare. Instead it is human trafficking, and the women brought here are then forced into prostitution. They are horrified to discover the extent of this sordid practice, and determined to break up the ring and solve the murders. Their only chance is a woman who has managed to run away from the traffickers, Leala. But Leala has been trained to be as frightened of the police as the men who stole her and it is difficult to persuade her that the police are there to help. Even worse, there is a price on her head and every lowlife in the city is scouring the streets to find her. Can Carson and Ziggy find her first?
This is the tenth novel in the Carson Ryder series. Fans of the series will welcome another Ryder adventure with a new locale and supporting characters. Those who are new to the series will be able to quickly pick up the pace and become fans. The action is fast paced and the reader finds themselves quickly turning the pages to see how everything turns out. This box is recommended for mystery lovers.
March 14, 2014
One of my favourite crime authors is J.A Kerley , ever since I read my first Carson Ryder book "The Hundreth Man" I have been hooked with his adventures and of course Jeremy's.
At the end of the last book, we read as Carson retired from the force leaving behind his old life and partner Harry Nautilus and his dog Old Mix. He packed up everything he had and drove off into the sunset or in this case Miami where he was to work in a new job. Cruisy is what Carson was hoping for, but instead he got his specialty of mixed-up psychopaths and serial killers as the week before he starts , the department in Miami unearth a grave site of bodies all dumped and buried in cement. What type of killer has Carson unearthed and why these bodies ? Turns out that Miami is home to human trafficking people from Honduras and it seems that these two cases are connected ? Can Carson catch who is doing this before more people are killed and dumped in what becomes nicknamed "The Death Box" or is this goodbye to Carson as he ends up close to ending up in "The Death Box" himself ? For those fans of J.A Kerley and Carson's brother Jeremy - do not fear as he makes an appearance near the end of the book in his fabulous Doctor disguise :)
Another awesome book by J.A Kerley which fans of Crime and Murder Mystery Thrillers will enjoy.
May 9, 2014
I tried! Oh how I tried! But eventually I had to give up on this installment of the Carson Ryder series. It was a Death Book let alone a Death Box.
I can't think of any other author who is this hit and miss in their novels. I will read one and absolutely love it, look forward to the next one and then BOOM terrible reading.
This novel was full of coarse sexual scenes that were supposed to show the harsh life of the slaves, but ended up just growing repetative and I ended up just skipping them... oh another blow job, jolly good..
The same with the violence, the throat slitting and penis chopping etc. I just felt that Kerley had added it to justify the 'Crime/Thriller' genre tag. Neither added anything to the plot or the character development.
Carson just seemed to visit places and never actually find anything out, maybe a guess or two for a bit of interest but no real police work.
I stopped 235 pages in and nothing had happened beyond a few badly written and uniteresting events that presented no progression to the plot at all. There was still no joining of the two storylines even at this late stage of the novel, and I found myself dreading picking the book up.
I can't think of any other author who is this hit and miss in their novels. I will read one and absolutely love it, look forward to the next one and then BOOM terrible reading.
This novel was full of coarse sexual scenes that were supposed to show the harsh life of the slaves, but ended up just growing repetative and I ended up just skipping them... oh another blow job, jolly good..
The same with the violence, the throat slitting and penis chopping etc. I just felt that Kerley had added it to justify the 'Crime/Thriller' genre tag. Neither added anything to the plot or the character development.
Carson just seemed to visit places and never actually find anything out, maybe a guess or two for a bit of interest but no real police work.
I stopped 235 pages in and nothing had happened beyond a few badly written and uniteresting events that presented no progression to the plot at all. There was still no joining of the two storylines even at this late stage of the novel, and I found myself dreading picking the book up.
February 2, 2014
I've never known an author to have such hit and miss books as Jack Kerley. I really enjoyed his last book but this one, despite having a plot I thought could be quite interesting, just dragged for me.
I liked that Carson has moved to a different town because I felt that might freshen him up as a character. I liked his new team and I especially liked the Carson didn't sleep with any of them, because I'm kind of bored of all his random relationships. I thought that the balance of Jeremy was just right.
However my problem was with the plot - some of the conclusions that Carson jumped to literally came out of nowhere and were just intended so that he could solve the case, and unless he has been a psychic through the whole series without me noticing, it was pretty much impossible. This may be a petty reason, but I just felt that because the criminal gang were portrayed as beginning to fall apart, there were enough ways for Carson and his team to investigate and solve the crime without Carson 'randomly' guessing correctly.
I liked that Carson has moved to a different town because I felt that might freshen him up as a character. I liked his new team and I especially liked the Carson didn't sleep with any of them, because I'm kind of bored of all his random relationships. I thought that the balance of Jeremy was just right.
However my problem was with the plot - some of the conclusions that Carson jumped to literally came out of nowhere and were just intended so that he could solve the case, and unless he has been a psychic through the whole series without me noticing, it was pretty much impossible. This may be a petty reason, but I just felt that because the criminal gang were portrayed as beginning to fall apart, there were enough ways for Carson and his team to investigate and solve the crime without Carson 'randomly' guessing correctly.
February 25, 2025
I've been reading Carson Ryder novels for quite a long time now but this one must have slipped by me somehow. Carson is a detective who specialises in finding psychotic Murderers and his success rate is second to none. For me most of his stories are so good that they rate a five but this one only a four. Don't get me wrong because the plot is as good as ever but it just didn't have me hanging on the edge of my seat like usual.
Carson is starting his new job in Miami as head of the FCLE and before he can get to know his new colleagues he is thrown 8immediately into a new and bizarre case. A column of concrete has been discovered which encases lots of human remains which also leads them to the fact that these bodies are the results of human trafficking gone wrong, and one determined and gritty young girl who is facing unholy terrors is the key to putting an end to this power mad and deadly gang who just trade lives for money.
Carson and his new very likeable new partner, Gershwin (Ziggy) have to pull out all the stops to bring justice to these deadly and vicious killers.
Carson is starting his new job in Miami as head of the FCLE and before he can get to know his new colleagues he is thrown 8immediately into a new and bizarre case. A column of concrete has been discovered which encases lots of human remains which also leads them to the fact that these bodies are the results of human trafficking gone wrong, and one determined and gritty young girl who is facing unholy terrors is the key to putting an end to this power mad and deadly gang who just trade lives for money.
Carson and his new very likeable new partner, Gershwin (Ziggy) have to pull out all the stops to bring justice to these deadly and vicious killers.
September 12, 2017
"September 12, 2017 – page 209
52.25% "OKay... Okay... I was pretty rough with this book
...
The Cover is awesome it deserv one star, right?"
September 12, 2017 – page 209
52.25% "1:19:36"
September 12, 2017 – page 209
52.25% "NO... NO book has ever been as suspensful... as a film/movie/series"
September 12, 2017 – page 209
52.25% "I am bored and it continues
...
WHAT THA FACK"
September 12, 2017 – page 185
46.25% "Chapter 34
..."
September 11, 2017 – page 185
46.25%
September 11, 2017 – page 157
39.25%
September 11, 2017 – page 75
18.75%
September 10, 2017 – page 29
7.25%
September 7, 2017 – page 23
5.75% "One day ... and my death will be ironical."
September 7, 2017 – page 23
5.75% "I would rather say that I like the beginning of this book - Chapter 1."
September 7, 2017 – page 6
1.5% "Hate Staying in one book too much....
..."
September 7, 2017 – Started Reading"
- Just blink once or twice you gonna get it
...
If not speed up... I hope you get it.
52.25% "OKay... Okay... I was pretty rough with this book
...
The Cover is awesome it deserv one star, right?"
September 12, 2017 – page 209
52.25% "1:19:36"
September 12, 2017 – page 209
52.25% "NO... NO book has ever been as suspensful... as a film/movie/series"
September 12, 2017 – page 209
52.25% "I am bored and it continues
...
WHAT THA FACK"
September 12, 2017 – page 185
46.25% "Chapter 34
..."
September 11, 2017 – page 185
46.25%
September 11, 2017 – page 157
39.25%
September 11, 2017 – page 75
18.75%
September 10, 2017 – page 29
7.25%
September 7, 2017 – page 23
5.75% "One day ... and my death will be ironical."
September 7, 2017 – page 23
5.75% "I would rather say that I like the beginning of this book - Chapter 1."
September 7, 2017 – page 6
1.5% "Hate Staying in one book too much....
..."
September 7, 2017 – Started Reading"
- Just blink once or twice you gonna get it
...
If not speed up... I hope you get it.
February 11, 2021
This isn't J.A. Kerley's best work. In fact, I found it the least enjoyable of all his books,
There was something lacking in the cohesion of the characters. They were so separate from one another and I didn't feel like I really got to know any of them at all. As a result, they were fairly one-dimensional, including our hero Carson Ryder.
There was a bright side. I think Ryder only addressed one woman as 'miz' in the book, and only the one time. Mileage may vary, but I find the constant addressing of every female Harry and Ryder interact with as 'miz' to be beyond annoying.
Ryder's deranged brother makes a few cameo appearances and it is his appearance right at the end that gives me hope for the next book. I think we could be seeing a lot more of him
Overall, I didn't dislike The Death Box. As a stand-alone read, it's not too bad.
However, when compared to J.A. Kerley's other work it just doesn't hit the right notes for me.
There was something lacking in the cohesion of the characters. They were so separate from one another and I didn't feel like I really got to know any of them at all. As a result, they were fairly one-dimensional, including our hero Carson Ryder.
There was a bright side. I think Ryder only addressed one woman as 'miz' in the book, and only the one time. Mileage may vary, but I find the constant addressing of every female Harry and Ryder interact with as 'miz' to be beyond annoying.
Ryder's deranged brother makes a few cameo appearances and it is his appearance right at the end that gives me hope for the next book. I think we could be seeing a lot more of him
Overall, I didn't dislike The Death Box. As a stand-alone read, it's not too bad.
However, when compared to J.A. Kerley's other work it just doesn't hit the right notes for me.
February 5, 2017
It is my first book from Carson Ryder stories. I haven’t read the previous books in the series and I didn’t know what to expect. I picked up it from the general reviews. And the choice was perfect. It is no.10 but the first one when Carson Ryder is moving with his work to FCLE in Florida. Really gripping story about the disappearing people, human trafficking, prostitution and murder. Great characters and story itself keep you reading without stopping. I am looking to the next book with Carson Ryder, no.11 but I certainly will have a shot at the earlier stories.
February 27, 2014
I've enjoyed the whole serie of Carson Ryder, that's why my rating to this last novel is below the average. It's not a Carson Ryder episode of the serie, it's out of the screenplay, few connections with previos books: if you change the name Carson Ryder with another name, you couldn't understand it's #10. New location, new colleagues, new employment. It lacks of clue and mystery, everything is disclosed or understandable very early in the novel, so the final is easy to understand since 2/3 of the novel. A step back, IMHO, compared with the rest of the serie. Also it lacks of explaination about the changes in CR life, beside couple of lines. Kerley should have written this one as a standalone. Beside I found this episode a bit disappointing, the serie worts a 7.5 / 10 as a whole.
January 11, 2014
Love Jack Kerley, as always the drama and tension is present right at the beginning of the book. Carson has moved to Florida to join another investigative team, and before he even starts a gruesome discovery has him leading the team.
It's a good book in the series, disappointed Harry wasn't in it, Carson's partner from earlier books. But Jeremy makes a long awaited appearance in the final chapter.
The book seemed to end too quickly, I think is my only criticism. There was a huge build up but the end was just bang...over with..finished. I would have liked the ending to have been a bit more subtle.
It's a good book in the series, disappointed Harry wasn't in it, Carson's partner from earlier books. But Jeremy makes a long awaited appearance in the final chapter.
The book seemed to end too quickly, I think is my only criticism. There was a huge build up but the end was just bang...over with..finished. I would have liked the ending to have been a bit more subtle.
December 31, 2013
I love J.A. Kerley's character's and I did enjoy this story but I felt it was a bit rushed and phoned in work, not as complete as previous works but with a fabulous storyline just not enough time was taken to write it intrigingly as hello who didn't guess every aspect, the subplot of the new team was just stupid, and who didn't see the subplot of the brother a million miles away. I look forward to the next book as I have missed Carson's brother... and he's back! Take your time and write it properly please & thanks!
January 23, 2014
I've been a fan of Kerley and the Carson character for some time and was eager to read this book. However, I found the violence in the book too much and didn't get more than 1/4 of the way through. It wasn't that the violence was so descriptive, in fact much of it was alluded to with few details, it was the fact that the violence was so utterly depraved and inhumane.
I was eager to see what Carson was up to with his move to Florida, but I had to give it a big pass.
I was eager to see what Carson was up to with his move to Florida, but I had to give it a big pass.
December 10, 2013
This was Ok - not as good as some of his previous books but a good story, Ryder has left the Mobile police and taken a job with The Florida Centre for Law Enforcement.His first case has quite a lot going on, gangsters, murder, trafficking, his new partner is not quite as good as Harry but has potential.
December 15, 2016
Another exciting, suspenseful, and violent Carson Ryder investigation. This time, Carson is working away from Alabama, in sunny Florida. Harry Nautilus is not present in this story but we are introduced to Ziggy, the new young partner. The suspense builds up to the fast chase of an ending. Highly recommended like all previous Kerley novels.
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