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Murder for Emily's Sake
On a moonlit night in Wichita, Kansas, a tormented father stands by the grave of his teenage daughter, Emily, and makes a chilling vow to avenge her death. Once he gets his hands on the three women he holds responsible for his daughter's death, they will regret the day they met Emily outside the abortion clinic. He will expose a dark secret. He will bury them, as he buried Emily. Bury them alive. And after their caskets are in the ground, they will die ... for Emily's sake.
312 pages, Paperback
Published May 11, 2017
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June 21, 2017
Finally! An entire book by Larry W. Timm! He is a dynamic speaker, a prolific freelance author, and now a published novelist. Whether speaking from the stage, or setting the stage of his book, Larry presents the characters in all their humanness and crafts a plot that takes you on a roller coaster of emotions--laughter, tears, compassion, empathy, fear, anger, disgust (how does such a seemingly normal author have such a dark side?). Even if suspense is not your usual genre of choice, you will be captivated by the characters, plot and message of this book. Regrettably, there is one thing missing--Larry is also an exceptional narrator. If this book was also in audio form, in Larry's voice, you would certainly experience a new level of pleasure (and goose bumps).
And now, Larry W. Timm, what's next?!
And now, Larry W. Timm, what's next?!
April 2, 2018
Great Book
I found this book to be exciting and it moved very quickly. It was wonderful to read a book this good without having to skim over bad language and sex scenes. Murder for Emily's Sake caught my attention and intrigued me starting in chapter 1. This was a real page turner with some twists and turns. I also found the characters to be believable and likable. I would recommend this book to anyone that enjoys a good book
I found this book to be exciting and it moved very quickly. It was wonderful to read a book this good without having to skim over bad language and sex scenes. Murder for Emily's Sake caught my attention and intrigued me starting in chapter 1. This was a real page turner with some twists and turns. I also found the characters to be believable and likable. I would recommend this book to anyone that enjoys a good book
July 7, 2017
This was a fun and interesting read that kept me guessing. It is a unique story and I'm glad that I came across it. If you are looking for a good read take the time to read Murder for Emily's Sake, you will be glad you did.
5 out of 5 Stars
5 out of 5 Stars
April 9, 2019
Wow! What a book! I was concerned at first that it might be to negative for me, but it wasn't. I really enjoyed it. The characters were well done and quite real. There were some amazing surprises in the story too, beyond the usual "who done it" kind. This book will certainly have an impact on each reader. The author does a great job of sharing the truth about abortion, salvation, death, and forgiveness, in the life of a Christian. I highly recommend it!
April 7, 2018
I love this & I can't wait for more.
I will be also leaving a review on Goodreads @ Amazon.
And letting everyone know about it.
So i gave it a 5 Stars.
I will be also leaving a review on Goodreads @ Amazon.
And letting everyone know about it.
So i gave it a 5 Stars.
November 28, 2018
Outstanding thriller!! The story is very different and really kept me reading to find out what was going on!!
November 7, 2018
Dramatic
This book made me laugh and cry. It kept me guessing all the way to the end and keep me on the edge of my seat.
This book made me laugh and cry. It kept me guessing all the way to the end and keep me on the edge of my seat.
June 7, 2019
Jack Gray (husband/father) was looking at Emily Gray (daughter) temporary headstone & the Baby’s Breath flowers that were now wilting on her gravesite.
She had died of cardiopulmonary failure while being birthed.
His thoughts then turned to Lindsay “Lindz” Birk, Nancy Gunn (Preacher’s wife, nee Vanderpool), & Kathy Schultz.
Lindsay was about to begin her day at Agape Children’s Hospital.
Kathy (Jerrod’s wife) is the director of Genesis Pregnancy Care Center.
Northside Community Church. Nancy is Pastor Marcus Gunn Sr.’s wife.
Northside Community Church. Detective Dale Carson was there to keep & eye on the funeral proceedings/crowd.
Marcus “Little Sprout” Gunn Jr. (son) eulogy, funeral/burial was over.
He had died from leukemia.
The church had taken up a donation & built a playground in his honor.
Abigail Vanderpool (Little Sprout’s grandmother) had passed away.
Wichita, KS. Officer Dustin Green (Wichita PD) was headed for the Memorial Casket warehouse. Some caskets had been stolen.
There was a fire at Genesis Pregnancy Care Center.
The EMT’s took Chaplain Elvetta MacElraney (Ty’s mother) to the hospital.
Fire Marshal Al Bennington had arrived.
Will Detective Carson solve the murder cases & bring someone to justice?
I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review. Only an honest one.
A very awesome book cover, great font & writing style. A very well written cozy mystery book. It was very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a large set of unique characters to keep track of. This could also make another great suspense mystery movie, or better yet a mini TV series. A very easy rating of 5 stars.
Thank you for the free author; Lamplighter Suspense; LPCFreeBooks; Amazon Digital Services LLC.; book
Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
She had died of cardiopulmonary failure while being birthed.
His thoughts then turned to Lindsay “Lindz” Birk, Nancy Gunn (Preacher’s wife, nee Vanderpool), & Kathy Schultz.
Lindsay was about to begin her day at Agape Children’s Hospital.
Kathy (Jerrod’s wife) is the director of Genesis Pregnancy Care Center.
Northside Community Church. Nancy is Pastor Marcus Gunn Sr.’s wife.
Northside Community Church. Detective Dale Carson was there to keep & eye on the funeral proceedings/crowd.
Marcus “Little Sprout” Gunn Jr. (son) eulogy, funeral/burial was over.
He had died from leukemia.
The church had taken up a donation & built a playground in his honor.
Abigail Vanderpool (Little Sprout’s grandmother) had passed away.
Wichita, KS. Officer Dustin Green (Wichita PD) was headed for the Memorial Casket warehouse. Some caskets had been stolen.
There was a fire at Genesis Pregnancy Care Center.
The EMT’s took Chaplain Elvetta MacElraney (Ty’s mother) to the hospital.
Fire Marshal Al Bennington had arrived.
Will Detective Carson solve the murder cases & bring someone to justice?
I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review. Only an honest one.
A very awesome book cover, great font & writing style. A very well written cozy mystery book. It was very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a large set of unique characters to keep track of. This could also make another great suspense mystery movie, or better yet a mini TV series. A very easy rating of 5 stars.
Thank you for the free author; Lamplighter Suspense; LPCFreeBooks; Amazon Digital Services LLC.; book
Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
June 10, 2018
This book is a thrill-ride suspense but also much more. Faith and prolife messages are relayed through the characters' actions. The Birk family conversations and interactions inject humor in the midst of tragedy and terror. A romance barely begins; a marriage is strengthened; and a family is formed.
I wondered about the villain's background; the immediate trigger to his murderous vengeance was the death of his daughter.
I wondered about the villain's background; the immediate trigger to his murderous vengeance was the death of his daughter.
December 6, 2018
I try really hard not to do reviews, because as an author it seems unfair to laud praise, or destroy, another member of the guild.
But it is safe to say that Larry Timm has hit the mark in his telling of this story. He has people of good faith motoring right on through adversity. The issue of abortion is one which will not go away, and he certainly brings a good perspective to the topic.
Definitely a read for anyone interested in Christian fiction with a pro-life outlook.
That and the fact that Larry Timm has a sense of humor as strange as my own, makes it worth a read. He captures the dialogue of his teenage characters, and their parents, quite well.
But it is safe to say that Larry Timm has hit the mark in his telling of this story. He has people of good faith motoring right on through adversity. The issue of abortion is one which will not go away, and he certainly brings a good perspective to the topic.
Definitely a read for anyone interested in Christian fiction with a pro-life outlook.
That and the fact that Larry Timm has a sense of humor as strange as my own, makes it worth a read. He captures the dialogue of his teenage characters, and their parents, quite well.
July 31, 2017
I guess a subtitle could be "Bad Things Happen to Good People." The style of writing is a bit jerky, and the story seems to alternate between prayer and suffering. Some situations evoked an emotional response, but in general the writing was weak and the story bland, despite the actions of a loony keeping everyone on edge. Some characters were stereotypes, but drawn well, e.g., Mamma Mac the loud, black preacher. I hate to put a book down once start reading, and I forced myself to the end, where thhe writing seemed to get a little smoother.
September 11, 2017
A chilling story that is masterfully woven. Who doesn't love suspense that forces one to teeter on the edge of their seat? But, this story is much more than that! This story of twisted revenge and cloaked secrets unfolds into a story of unexpected redemption. I have no doubt that this story could help heal a suspense loving reader who has their own checkered past, such as myself. (I hate to write too much and give even a shred of the suspense away, just trust me, okay!) I cannot wait to see where Larry Timm's next tale will take us!
September 30, 2017
Murder for Emily's Sake will definitely keep your attention! The main characters were great! Jack plans not one but three murders to avenge his daughter's death and plans to bury them alive!! Pastor Marcus Gunn and his wife, Nancy, learn that a successful marriage has no room for secrets. I recommend Murder for Emily's sake to anyone who enjoys suspense. I won my book in a Suspense Sisters Giveaway. This is my honest opinion.
December 4, 2017
I was given this book and my review is of my own free will. I truly enjoyed this story. It was well written. The characters were well developed and the story flowed well. It was a suspense story but not a nail-biter. But, it was the type of story that was hard to put down. It is a Christian book but not preachy. It has a touch of love story but not a true love story. It wasn't a difficult read either. I would recommend this book to any teen or older who likes a good, clean suspense story.
June 25, 2025
Good characters, good story
I enjoyed reading A Murder for Emily’s Sake.
The characters were easy to relate to, some fitting people I know. The book was thrilling. I read it every chance I had because I had to know what came next.
Some parts of the plot were predictable, but overall the storytelling was solid and kept my attention.
As I said, I enjoyed reading this book, and I feel that fans of thrillers, especially Christian thrillers, will enjoy it too.
I enjoyed reading A Murder for Emily’s Sake.
The characters were easy to relate to, some fitting people I know. The book was thrilling. I read it every chance I had because I had to know what came next.
Some parts of the plot were predictable, but overall the storytelling was solid and kept my attention.
As I said, I enjoyed reading this book, and I feel that fans of thrillers, especially Christian thrillers, will enjoy it too.
August 24, 2017
Murder for Emily's Sake
A wonderful story of loss, love and redemption. Three women who work for a clinic devoted to offering alternatives for pregnant women considering abortion are targeted for murder by a father after the death during childbirth of his16 year old they were blamed with killing by talking her out of having an abortion.
A wonderful story of loss, love and redemption. Three women who work for a clinic devoted to offering alternatives for pregnant women considering abortion are targeted for murder by a father after the death during childbirth of his16 year old they were blamed with killing by talking her out of having an abortion.
May 13, 2018
Evil shadower
Emily died in childbirth and started a murderous vendetta. Three women and three coffins, who is trying to fill them,? I enjoyed the feeling of dread that permeated the whole book and gave a brooding feel to the story.
The cat and mouse game that the killer was playing was very creepy, but exciting. The characters were well rounded and believable.
Emily died in childbirth and started a murderous vendetta. Three women and three coffins, who is trying to fill them,? I enjoyed the feeling of dread that permeated the whole book and gave a brooding feel to the story.
The cat and mouse game that the killer was playing was very creepy, but exciting. The characters were well rounded and believable.
June 4, 2018
This story ran the whole spectrum of emotions. Everyone's feelings are so clearly portrayed. You can feel the despair of Emily's dad as well as the fear of the women he blames for their death. The story grips you and doesn't let you go as you can feel for each person involved. This book is very hard to put down once you start it.
August 13, 2020
Excellent book. Good story line and relevant to many circumstances people go through. Thanks for no foul words and recognizing religious tone. Could hardly put the book down.
Would certainly recommend book. Nice to be able to read good books with also having nice storyline and suspense also.
Would certainly recommend book. Nice to be able to read good books with also having nice storyline and suspense also.
September 4, 2017
HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK!
I couldn't put this book down. I laughed and cried through it. Edge of your seat fiction similar to Terri Blackstock or Brandilyn Collins; if you want a ride of your life read this book.
I couldn't put this book down. I laughed and cried through it. Edge of your seat fiction similar to Terri Blackstock or Brandilyn Collins; if you want a ride of your life read this book.
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August 23, 2019Up Lifting
Murder for Emily's Sake is an inspirational book with a lot of murder threats and murders. You may wonder how it can be inspirational and a murder mystery but Mr. Timm did it.
Murder for Emily's Sake is an inspirational book with a lot of murder threats and murders. You may wonder how it can be inspirational and a murder mystery but Mr. Timm did it.
August 31, 2019
Murder for Emily's sake
A very gripping exciting story. I wasn't sure I was going to enjoy reading this but once started I couldn't put it down. The plot is good and intriguing with a strong spiritual influence
A very gripping exciting story. I wasn't sure I was going to enjoy reading this but once started I couldn't put it down. The plot is good and intriguing with a strong spiritual influence
October 24, 2019
This book was in some ways predictable and in some ways unpredictable.
I have to say that I have never read a book that seemed to be so predictable, but turn out to be a one of a kind book. I enjoyed reading it and trying to figure out how everyone was going to survive.
I have to say that I have never read a book that seemed to be so predictable, but turn out to be a one of a kind book. I enjoyed reading it and trying to figure out how everyone was going to survive.
June 8, 2020
Wanted to give 1/2 star
The story was uplifting from a Christian viewpoint, but predictable. I found "little sprout" to be an irritation; who in their right mind would call their son that? Also, the author could have left the Momma Mac character on the cutting room floor.
The story was uplifting from a Christian viewpoint, but predictable. I found "little sprout" to be an irritation; who in their right mind would call their son that? Also, the author could have left the Momma Mac character on the cutting room floor.
August 21, 2020
Moving, thriller
What a moving thriller this was with suspense and God's redemption! I enjoyed reading of God's protection of His people against a force of darkness.
This was the first book I've read by this author and I look forward to reading more.
What a moving thriller this was with suspense and God's redemption! I enjoyed reading of God's protection of His people against a force of darkness.
This was the first book I've read by this author and I look forward to reading more.
October 15, 2020
Great read.
Grieving father, who's daughter died unexpectedly, goes off the deep end. He blamed three women, who worked at the clinic where she died. His daughters death, was due to a freak occurance.
Grieving father, who's daughter died unexpectedly, goes off the deep end. He blamed three women, who worked at the clinic where she died. His daughters death, was due to a freak occurance.
November 17, 2020
Grief will sometimes push people to do things they know are wrong. Murder and death haunts a small town. Will they find the killer before he claims his next victim. This was a good story. It grabs you form page one and holds you until the end.
August 7, 2017
Good
the story that has a serial killer committing murder and attempted murders.this man who was so mentally ill that he is beyond reason.
the story that has a serial killer committing murder and attempted murders.this man who was so mentally ill that he is beyond reason.
September 28, 2017
Full of twists and turns, this book is hard to put down. Reminds how important each life is.
May 19, 2018
Great Story
Great characters, and mystery on who is killing woman who he thought killed his daughter. Really enjoyed reading this book
Great characters, and mystery on who is killing woman who he thought killed his daughter. Really enjoyed reading this book
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