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Dig Deeper
Hallie James is a seasoned private investigator with a prestigious Pennsylvania firm. Living her dream life, she has a great career, a large bank account, a beautiful home, and a new husband who wants to start a family. Unexpectedly, her husband takes off with everything, and Hallie's world is torn away. Until she can be convinced to return to her wealthy family, she gets by waitressing and living in her old RV.Back in her hometown, Hallie reconnects with her hilarious, old friends, and her first love, Hank. And grudgingly, Hallie gets to know her grandmother's amusing, Karma-blessed boyfriend, George. Hallie's cynical when George insists someone is trying to kill him. So she tries to reassure him with a half-hearted investigation. But after stumbling upon a series of brutal murders, she changes her mind and goes into full investigative mode.Tracking the killer, Hallie meets Ben, the scrumptious brother of a victim. He seems like the perfect partner to help crack the case. Trying to stop the murders, Hallie and Ben get too close to a monster who enjoys torture and murder. Suddenly, the killer raises the stakes, and Hallie knows that time is running out to solve the case.Don't miss this fantastic mystery series that's sprinkled with hilarity and romance.
- GenresFiction
288 pages, Paperback
Published January 21, 2017
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About the author
D.K. Herman
8 books36 followers Hi, I’m DK (Danelle) Herman. I was born, raised, and live in a small town in Central Pennsylvania. I've traveled a bit, but I love my home on top of a mountain.
I'm married to a wonderful man. I've known him since first grade! We have no children, but my husband and I love to spoil our dog, a Labradane puppy.
I spend my time writing, walking, spending time with my family, and reading. My taste in books is as varied as my taste in music. I also enjoy older movies, some newer TV shows, (not reality TV, yuck), cooking, crafts, classic cars, and sitting on my porch. A porch swing is a wonderful thing!
I love hearing from readers! You can contact me through my website, Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.
I'm married to a wonderful man. I've known him since first grade! We have no children, but my husband and I love to spoil our dog, a Labradane puppy.
I spend my time writing, walking, spending time with my family, and reading. My taste in books is as varied as my taste in music. I also enjoy older movies, some newer TV shows, (not reality TV, yuck), cooking, crafts, classic cars, and sitting on my porch. A porch swing is a wonderful thing!
I love hearing from readers! You can contact me through my website, Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.
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December 2, 2017
Hallie James had been taken to the cleaners by her ex-husband in the few short months they were together. She left the marriage with an old RV, a few clothes, and her private investigator tools. Too embarrassed to return to her grandmother’s house in her home town, Hallie moved to a campground and worked at a menial job. She finally bites the bullet and contacts her only family, who were understanding and invites her back home. She immediately reconnects with her two best friends, and even inadvertently runs into her old boyfriend, Hank. Things seem to be looking up for Halley, except for all the teenage girls that keep disappearing. Being a P.I. though, Halley can’t help but investigate, especially so, since evidence starts showing up around her family and their property.
I could see this mystery going in several different ways. Each of the suspects could have easily been the killer. That’s what made it so interesting, trying to figure out which personality could be a mask. I must say, I suspected the true killer early on, but events had me bouncing back and forth suspecting everyone. I liked the character development, but there were still unanswered questions on a couple of them. This author has created endearing characters that I look forward to reading more adventures from.
I could see this mystery going in several different ways. Each of the suspects could have easily been the killer. That’s what made it so interesting, trying to figure out which personality could be a mask. I must say, I suspected the true killer early on, but events had me bouncing back and forth suspecting everyone. I liked the character development, but there were still unanswered questions on a couple of them. This author has created endearing characters that I look forward to reading more adventures from.
August 17, 2017
Really enjoyed this book. Could not put it down. Finished it in one day and immediately ordered the second one in the series. Quite the mystery with lots of suspects. Who in town was murdering these young girls and why?
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December 11, 2017
I put off starting Dig Deeper by DK Herman.
I am not a huge mystery fan, and the cover is less than appealing. I mean, eyes looking out from fall leaves, well it is creepy. Thankfully, I did not put it off for long. Before I finished the first chapter I knew I would like the book.
The main character, Hallie, is a private investigator that was just swindled by her now ex-husband. She is broke, humiliated, and hiding out from her family. After months of mourning her marriage, she finally contacts her aunt and moves back home. Being a mystery you can be assured that nothing is that simple. Girls have gone missing, and someone is trying to kill her Grandmas new boyfriend. Of course, Hallie is using her PI skills to help.
The writing is good. The scene and descriptions flow very well. There are a couple instances of dialogue that was too clique or did not flow quite right. It only happened a handful of times. It was enough to be noticeable, but not enough to be annoying.
The plot is well written, but not cleverly crafted. It was understandable, there were no major plot holes or unanswered questions (well I do have one), but I knew the who and the why about a fourth of the way into the book. There are enough twists and turns that it may not be the same for everyone.
Either way, the story was worth reading all the way through. It is the characters and good writing that is the strength of the book. If the ending has to be a surprise then you may be disappointed. Overall, it is a really great read that I am glad I picked up. I can see finishing the rest of the series. I am really interested in seeing what happens next.
I am not a huge mystery fan, and the cover is less than appealing. I mean, eyes looking out from fall leaves, well it is creepy. Thankfully, I did not put it off for long. Before I finished the first chapter I knew I would like the book.
The main character, Hallie, is a private investigator that was just swindled by her now ex-husband. She is broke, humiliated, and hiding out from her family. After months of mourning her marriage, she finally contacts her aunt and moves back home. Being a mystery you can be assured that nothing is that simple. Girls have gone missing, and someone is trying to kill her Grandmas new boyfriend. Of course, Hallie is using her PI skills to help.
The writing is good. The scene and descriptions flow very well. There are a couple instances of dialogue that was too clique or did not flow quite right. It only happened a handful of times. It was enough to be noticeable, but not enough to be annoying.
The plot is well written, but not cleverly crafted. It was understandable, there were no major plot holes or unanswered questions (well I do have one), but I knew the who and the why about a fourth of the way into the book. There are enough twists and turns that it may not be the same for everyone.
Either way, the story was worth reading all the way through. It is the characters and good writing that is the strength of the book. If the ending has to be a surprise then you may be disappointed. Overall, it is a really great read that I am glad I picked up. I can see finishing the rest of the series. I am really interested in seeing what happens next.
April 28, 2017
Enjoyed the story. Kept me guessing to the end. I won this book through Goodreads.
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