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Detective Virgil Jones #1-2
State Series Crime Combo #1: State of Anger / State of Betrayal
The Detective Virgil Jones State Series Crime Combo #1 is on sale for a limited time. This whodunit double-dose of Mystery-Thriller & Suspense features the first two full-length Detective Virgil Jones novels, State Of Anger and State Of Betrayal.
State Of Anger
As leader of the Indiana State Police Major Crimes Unit, Detective Virgil Jones tackles only the toughest cases in the state, and the one he faces this time has the city of Indianapolis on edge, near the brink of panic. When a team of serial snipers begin using their own personal brand of domestic terrorism, their first two victims are murdered right in front of the governor’s mansion. With no witnesses and very little evidence, it's up to Virgil to find out who is responsible for the mysterious killings. But when Virgil gets too close, the hunter becomes the hunted…
State Of Betrayal
Twenty years ago James Pope was shot to death in front of his twin children, Nicholas and Nichole, by a rookie cop named Virgil Jones. Now, as young adults, the Pope twins are looking for revenge against the man they hold responsible for the death of their father. Except twenty years is a long time and Virgil has a few other problems these days, the shooting of James Pope a distant memory. But when Nicholas Pope goes missing and his apartment is found covered in blood, his twin sister Nichole turns to the only person she can think of to help her, the one person who could never turn her away: Virgil Jones.
State Of Anger
As leader of the Indiana State Police Major Crimes Unit, Detective Virgil Jones tackles only the toughest cases in the state, and the one he faces this time has the city of Indianapolis on edge, near the brink of panic. When a team of serial snipers begin using their own personal brand of domestic terrorism, their first two victims are murdered right in front of the governor’s mansion. With no witnesses and very little evidence, it's up to Virgil to find out who is responsible for the mysterious killings. But when Virgil gets too close, the hunter becomes the hunted…
State Of Betrayal
Twenty years ago James Pope was shot to death in front of his twin children, Nicholas and Nichole, by a rookie cop named Virgil Jones. Now, as young adults, the Pope twins are looking for revenge against the man they hold responsible for the death of their father. Except twenty years is a long time and Virgil has a few other problems these days, the shooting of James Pope a distant memory. But when Nicholas Pope goes missing and his apartment is found covered in blood, his twin sister Nichole turns to the only person she can think of to help her, the one person who could never turn her away: Virgil Jones.
575 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 23, 2017
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About the author
Thomas L. Scott
29 books28 followersThomas Scott is the bestselling author of the award winning Virgil Jones Mystery, Thriller & Suspense Series, set in the heartland of the Midwest.
Thomas lives in northern Indiana with his lovely wife, Debra, his children, and his trusty sidekick and writing buddies, Lucy, the cat, and Buster the dog, where he is hard at work on the next Virgil Jones novel.
Thomas lives in northern Indiana with his lovely wife, Debra, his children, and his trusty sidekick and writing buddies, Lucy, the cat, and Buster the dog, where he is hard at work on the next Virgil Jones novel.
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April 25, 2020
A rollicking pair of cop/buddy books
I got hooked on the first few pages and then-WHAMMO!! I couldn't put the 2 books down. Virgil is the golden haired boy but his weaknesses are all too human, Murton was a hoot and he had demons of his own to tackle but all in all you can picture them going through their ups and downs as they walk through the maze that is life. The ladies Sandy, Becky and Cora all hold there own and our Jamaican bartender-cook is absolutely adorable. Really well written and i could envisage and every character. The humour was so cool and the thread of the stories were quirky and fun to keep up with. I'm heading off th get Book 3....can't wait..
I got hooked on the first few pages and then-WHAMMO!! I couldn't put the 2 books down. Virgil is the golden haired boy but his weaknesses are all too human, Murton was a hoot and he had demons of his own to tackle but all in all you can picture them going through their ups and downs as they walk through the maze that is life. The ladies Sandy, Becky and Cora all hold there own and our Jamaican bartender-cook is absolutely adorable. Really well written and i could envisage and every character. The humour was so cool and the thread of the stories were quirky and fun to keep up with. I'm heading off th get Book 3....can't wait..
November 15, 2020
This review is for "State of Anger": This was a very good book and I'm glad I also have this in a collection of the first 4 in the series. The characters are likeable and relentless and the book was a fast read. I rate it 5 stars and am looking forward to the next three in the series.
This review is for "State of Betrayal": Very good book - I'm enjoying this series and the characters within it. It is fast-paced and hard to put down. I rate it 5 stars. Looking forward to the next two in the series which I've already purchased. 5 stars!
This review is for "State of Betrayal": Very good book - I'm enjoying this series and the characters within it. It is fast-paced and hard to put down. I rate it 5 stars. Looking forward to the next two in the series which I've already purchased. 5 stars!
October 1, 2022
Suspense all the way
It started slow. It built slower yet but it never stopped growing and gripping the readers attention from beginning to end: suspense. Virgil Jones, his life and experiences were so real an so were the people on his life, family, friends, and his line of work. Some unnatural happennings just to give the story extra flavor. Yet, it was so real and touching, thanks Mr Scott. I just love it.
It started slow. It built slower yet but it never stopped growing and gripping the readers attention from beginning to end: suspense. Virgil Jones, his life and experiences were so real an so were the people on his life, family, friends, and his line of work. Some unnatural happennings just to give the story extra flavor. Yet, it was so real and touching, thanks Mr Scott. I just love it.
April 16, 2023
Unforgettable
Suspense, romance, intriguing are all told by relatable characters. Truly provoked a wide variety of emotions. I felt what the characters were feeling. I must admit to anxiously awaiting the next awesome book of this series. This is a blockbuster that I know I will read again and again.
Suspense, romance, intriguing are all told by relatable characters. Truly provoked a wide variety of emotions. I felt what the characters were feeling. I must admit to anxiously awaiting the next awesome book of this series. This is a blockbuster that I know I will read again and again.
June 26, 2024
excellent!
An amazing start to a great series! This is my first time reading this author but it will not be my last. From book one it pulls the reader in. This book is fast paced, a complex series of plots and amazing characters. I loved every minute of these books and will read the entire series. I highly recommend this author and this series!
An amazing start to a great series! This is my first time reading this author but it will not be my last. From book one it pulls the reader in. This book is fast paced, a complex series of plots and amazing characters. I loved every minute of these books and will read the entire series. I highly recommend this author and this series!
February 17, 2018
I've just read the first book, State of Anger, but I've got book 2 to read soon. I enjoyed how quickly I flew through the book. It's a book that was a good palette pleaser for me. It's not a heavy read but it was a fun mystery thriller.
February 16, 2020
Terrific!
I thoroughly enjoyed reading the first two books in this series, and am immediately starting the third! Well written an d easily visualized stories. Virgil reminds me of Spenser, Robert B Markers hero, just a little more earthy! Enjoy the read!
I thoroughly enjoyed reading the first two books in this series, and am immediately starting the third! Well written an d easily visualized stories. Virgil reminds me of Spenser, Robert B Markers hero, just a little more earthy! Enjoy the read!
November 17, 2020
Starting book number three!
I read the first book to see if it held my interest and if I liked the characters. I finished the first book and then the second book. I have enjoyed not so much. Starting on number three
I read the first book to see if it held my interest and if I liked the characters. I finished the first book and then the second book. I have enjoyed not so much. Starting on number three
May 23, 2021
Really Good Read
Crime and punishment with a side of Jamaican wisdom. You will love the mysteries and characters in these books. The only thing I can say is to read them is to love them.
Crime and punishment with a side of Jamaican wisdom. You will love the mysteries and characters in these books. The only thing I can say is to read them is to love them.
November 11, 2022
Exceptional!
Witty writing, clever characters, exciting action...I loved these first two books and look forward to reading more in the series. I highly recommend this author and this series!
Witty writing, clever characters, exciting action...I loved these first two books and look forward to reading more in the series. I highly recommend this author and this series!
March 8, 2020
Somewhat like sanford
Enjoyed both books. Down to earth characters, looking forward to seeing where things go from here. Will buy the next two pack.
Enjoyed both books. Down to earth characters, looking forward to seeing where things go from here. Will buy the next two pack.
March 12, 2020
Good series
Thomas Scott did a good job in putting it together. I would recommend this series to anyone who enjoy a good murder mystery. Now time to start the next in the series.
Thomas Scott did a good job in putting it together. I would recommend this series to anyone who enjoy a good murder mystery. Now time to start the next in the series.
November 18, 2020
Midwestern Characters and Locales
Author has done a great job with character development over the first two books in this series along with using locations we can all recognize. Looking forward to more in this series.
Author has done a great job with character development over the first two books in this series along with using locations we can all recognize. Looking forward to more in this series.
November 18, 2020
A very interesting and though provocking 2 book set of reading
A two book set of stories about Virgil Jones and his friends as they battle criminals in Indiana to get things right
A two book set of stories about Virgil Jones and his friends as they battle criminals in Indiana to get things right
April 20, 2021
Great book
Pulls you in from the beginning sentence and doesn’t let go until the last word. It will keep you reading until you hit the back cover.
Pulls you in from the beginning sentence and doesn’t let go until the last word. It will keep you reading until you hit the back cover.
May 23, 2021
Great stories with lots of action, sorrow and romance. i would recomend this series to anyone who likes detecive stories with a little romance thrown in.
August 12, 2021
It was interesting that this case didn't really get solved, it just imploded.
March 11, 2022
I love the Virgil Jones books. They hold your interest and are hard to put down!
September 17, 2022
Excellent!
Enjoyed both books and they can be read as stand alone stories. The characters are fleshed out and quite believable. Well worth the time. Enjoy!
Enjoyed both books and they can be read as stand alone stories. The characters are fleshed out and quite believable. Well worth the time. Enjoy!
November 29, 2022
Wow
What a great read! Read it straight through. If you love mysteries these books are for you. * * *
What a great read! Read it straight through. If you love mysteries these books are for you. * * *
February 7, 2023
Couldn't put down
Got me in trouble... Couldn't put it down. Loved the characters and the story lineS. Hope to read more like this
Got me in trouble... Couldn't put it down. Loved the characters and the story lineS. Hope to read more like this
May 14, 2024
Virgil Jones -
This was a good two book series. I enjoyed both books and they worked well as a short series. Kudos to the author.
This was a good two book series. I enjoyed both books and they worked well as a short series. Kudos to the author.
May 20, 2024
Intricate and devious
The author sometimes pushes too far to turn a catchy phrase, but if you're ever murdered, Jones is the detective you'd want investigating
The author sometimes pushes too far to turn a catchy phrase, but if you're ever murdered, Jones is the detective you'd want investigating
December 23, 2021
Really good
The two stories were really great. The characters, especially the main character. He was flawed but that made him more likable.
The two stories were really great. The characters, especially the main character. He was flawed but that made him more likable.
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