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Keri Locke #4
A Trace of Crime
Keri Locke, Missing Persons Detective in the Homicide division of the LAPD, follows a fresh lead for her abducted daughter. She winds her way through a twisted underworld, and step by step, she gets closer to finding her daughter.
Yet she has no time. Keri is assigned a new case: a dad calls from an affluent community and reports that his teen daughter vanished on the way home from school.
Shortly after, ransom letters arrive. Twisted, filled with riddles, they make it clear that there is little time to save the girl. They also make it clear that this is the work of a diabolical killer who is toying with them.
Keri and the police must scramble to find the kidnapper, to understand his demands, to decode the letters, and most of all, to outwit him. But in this master game of chess, Keri may find herself up against a foe even she cannot understand, and for the missing girl—and her own daughter—she may just be too late.
A dark psychological thriller with heart-pounding suspense
Yet she has no time. Keri is assigned a new case: a dad calls from an affluent community and reports that his teen daughter vanished on the way home from school.
Shortly after, ransom letters arrive. Twisted, filled with riddles, they make it clear that there is little time to save the girl. They also make it clear that this is the work of a diabolical killer who is toying with them.
Keri and the police must scramble to find the kidnapper, to understand his demands, to decode the letters, and most of all, to outwit him. But in this master game of chess, Keri may find herself up against a foe even she cannot understand, and for the missing girl—and her own daughter—she may just be too late.
A dark psychological thriller with heart-pounding suspense
219 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 20, 2017
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About the author
Blake Pierce
717 books5,823 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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January 31, 2021
Penultimo capitolo della saga della Detective delle persone scomparse Keri Locke.
La storia principale non mi ha completamente convinta, l'ho trovata banale e povera di colpi di scena interressanti.
Ma il "fil rouge" che interseca e collega tutti i capitoli è ormai giunto al termine ed è quello che, senza ombra di dubbio, tiene incollato il lettore.
Sicuramente un buon passatempo.
Voto: 3,2
La storia principale non mi ha completamente convinta, l'ho trovata banale e povera di colpi di scena interressanti.
Ma il "fil rouge" che interseca e collega tutti i capitoli è ormai giunto al termine ed è quello che, senza ombra di dubbio, tiene incollato il lettore.
Sicuramente un buon passatempo.
Voto: 3,2
December 17, 2020
Another quick, great little read- loved it, despite the cliche of the tough female detective always in trouble for not following the rules.
January 3, 2023
jeeeeeeeeeeeeez what a book and what an ending...... seriously when it comes to this story line.. this series is by far the darkest out of the blake's series.
on to the final book.
on to the final book.
February 14, 2018
Bought each book back to back!!
Even tho I have never trade any books by this author, I have already downloaded several! Talk about jumping in with both feet and swimming for dear life! I read the first 4 over the course of a few days, so imagine my disappointment when I realized I had to pre order the last book! I really dread waiting until March to find out how it ends. The search for her daughter is killing me!
Even tho I have never trade any books by this author, I have already downloaded several! Talk about jumping in with both feet and swimming for dear life! I read the first 4 over the course of a few days, so imagine my disappointment when I realized I had to pre order the last book! I really dread waiting until March to find out how it ends. The search for her daughter is killing me!
June 7, 2018
I know it’s an overused word in reviews; but, all I can say is spine tingling! If you haven’t read this series, please don’t miss it. Don’t get discouraged in #1. They just keep getting better & better
February 13, 2025
Keri/Ray, mon duo préféré! Jamie Castello évolue tellement bien, elle est parfaite pour l’équipe!
Encore une fois, Keri et son intuition font toute une différence dans l’enquête principale + la disparition d’Evie.
Un peu moins accroché à l’enquête principale qui tourne autour de croyances religieuses, en d’autres mots: la folie! Mais… j’ai aimé comment l’enquête s’est déroulée, les indices, le dénouement.
La fin de ce livre est vraiment à couper le souffle! Trop hâte de connaître la suite!
Encore une fois, Keri et son intuition font toute une différence dans l’enquête principale + la disparition d’Evie.
Un peu moins accroché à l’enquête principale qui tourne autour de croyances religieuses, en d’autres mots: la folie! Mais… j’ai aimé comment l’enquête s’est déroulée, les indices, le dénouement.
La fin de ce livre est vraiment à couper le souffle! Trop hâte de connaître la suite!
December 2, 2020
A Trace of Crime
Keri is at again. A young 👧 girl's life is at stake. Ray is finally ready to let Keri know how he feels. Keri is getting closer to finding out what happened to her daughter. Lives are charged, betrayal, lies and deceit. Read this book it is good. Blake still has the power to hold my interest.
Keri is at again. A young 👧 girl's life is at stake. Ray is finally ready to let Keri know how he feels. Keri is getting closer to finding out what happened to her daughter. Lives are charged, betrayal, lies and deceit. Read this book it is good. Blake still has the power to hold my interest.
December 31, 2017
On top
Keri has almost found her daughter, but she had been beaten, distracted, and almost killed in the process. She has still been doing her job and now she's pin suspension. Hopefully book five will get her daughter back.
Keri has almost found her daughter, but she had been beaten, distracted, and almost killed in the process. She has still been doing her job and now she's pin suspension. Hopefully book five will get her daughter back.
July 15, 2018
Love this series. Love the characters . I love the ongoing story line with the new story line in each book. Incredibly gripping, I have to keep reminding myself to breathe . Starting the next book straight away!
November 22, 2019
Traces of her child
I can't put these books down. They are that good. Amazing characters, and the fight to find her daughter before it's too late. One to the next book, and I pray Keri makes it in time to find and save her daughter.
I can't put these books down. They are that good. Amazing characters, and the fight to find her daughter before it's too late. One to the next book, and I pray Keri makes it in time to find and save her daughter.
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November 26, 2020I have got hooked on the character of Blake Pierce, but the cost of his books are going up it seems. Since his books are only around 200 pages long I'm no longer willing to spend nearly as much on them as I would a full length novel.
November 17, 2021
Easy to follow
I got about halfway through this book and life happened, but it was very easy to pick up where i left off. I'm really excited for the next book, Keri and her attitude can be annoying but her story keeps me sucked in.
I got about halfway through this book and life happened, but it was very easy to pick up where i left off. I'm really excited for the next book, Keri and her attitude can be annoying but her story keeps me sucked in.
November 22, 2022
This crime doesn't pay or collect
As another young girl is taken the race to find her is riddled with frustration and sadness, sorrow and regret. Keri and her colleagues work desperately to bring about an end to this mystery.
As another young girl is taken the race to find her is riddled with frustration and sadness, sorrow and regret. Keri and her colleagues work desperately to bring about an end to this mystery.
December 30, 2017
Great read.
Hope she finally find her daughter alive in the last book. Looking forward to finding out. Great series worth the time
Hope she finally find her daughter alive in the last book. Looking forward to finding out. Great series worth the time
January 23, 2018
i am hanging on for the overarching story line.
February 12, 2018
Best Yet!
Blake was on her A game. Keri's much more stable and likeable is this book. It keeps the suspense going and very hard to put down. I can't wait to read the next one!
Blake was on her A game. Keri's much more stable and likeable is this book. It keeps the suspense going and very hard to put down. I can't wait to read the next one!
February 14, 2018
great reading cant wait for the next real turn pager kept me in suspense
June 25, 2018
I cannot put this series down, the books are fast paced and I like the characters.
September 5, 2018
Still going strong!
Book 4 was gripping, emotional, heartwrenching and amazing through and through. Staying true to Keri's perils yet telling another magnificent story.
Book 4 was gripping, emotional, heartwrenching and amazing through and through. Staying true to Keri's perils yet telling another magnificent story.
December 15, 2018
Good job
The best book in the series so far enjoyed all the others as well it feels like we’ve been on a rollercoaster ride and I can’t wait to see how it ends
The best book in the series so far enjoyed all the others as well it feels like we’ve been on a rollercoaster ride and I can’t wait to see how it ends
February 8, 2019
Great crime stories
This is one of the best stories . The characters are so vivid and true to the life. How I would be if this was my life . Love it!
This is one of the best stories . The characters are so vivid and true to the life. How I would be if this was my life . Love it!
March 7, 2019
Great story. Great action. I felt Keri’s rebelliousness was overdone, but all in all I like her character and her colleagues
May 14, 2019
Wow great great story
This book was extremely good,I really enjoy every minute reading the story,looking for the next book,definitely Blake Pierce detective stories are the best.
This book was extremely good,I really enjoy every minute reading the story,looking for the next book,definitely Blake Pierce detective stories are the best.
July 17, 2019
Books 1-3 of this series steadily became more gripping and more interesting. Book #4, A Trace of Crime, was kind of disappointing. It was rather predictable and there was not much character growth.
November 20, 2019
Captivating book!!!
Amazing book.. can’t wait to read the next!!! Catches you from the beginning and is filled with mystery! Great read
Amazing book.. can’t wait to read the next!!! Catches you from the beginning and is filled with mystery! Great read
March 14, 2020
Love this series
I started reading this series and can't stop. It draws you in wanting more. I recommend it to anyone who likes mystery and action.
I started reading this series and can't stop. It draws you in wanting more. I recommend it to anyone who likes mystery and action.
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April 18, 2020Each book just gets better and better. Will be sad when I finish the series. Love the characters, the pace, the plot.
May 15, 2020
Best so far
I find it hard to believe but each book is better than the last! I can't wait to read book 5!
I find it hard to believe but each book is better than the last! I can't wait to read book 5!
June 16, 2020
Easy read, with lots of twists
I’ve enjoyed reading this series. I’ve read the first 4 books in less than a week.
I’m about to start book 5.
Keri Locke keeps you guessing.
I’ve enjoyed reading this series. I’ve read the first 4 books in less than a week.
I’m about to start book 5.
Keri Locke keeps you guessing.
November 12, 2020
Surprised
I’m surprised Keri isn’t dead with all the abuse she’s sustained throughout this series. You’d think she had super powers lol
I’m surprised Keri isn’t dead with all the abuse she’s sustained throughout this series. You’d think she had super powers lol
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