What do you think?
Rate this book
Damaged Hope
"Kyra [is] smart, resourceful, and gritty. She's got steel in her spine. This is the woman I think we need to see more of in fiction."-Rebecca A., The Missing Lynx
After surviving the horror of the Carmichael District, Kyra continues to look for her brother, but she can't seem to avoid crossing paths with the Mire's psychotic serial killer. Avoiding him and surviving the darkness of the Mire grows ever more difficult. And now he may be targeting her.
For Gabe, the mystery surrounding his brother's disappearance twenty-five years ago deepens as the suspect in custody is questioned, but speaks in riddles. If Gabe can decipher Hammond's strange clues, perhaps he can finally bring his brother's body home and obtain some closure. That is, if he can stay one step ahead of the murders in the Mire.
Kyra and Gabe face new, darker challenges in their search for missing brothers. Every victory brings setbacks and complications. They have little to push them forward now except determination and hope. Even if it is a Damaged Hope.
If you love you some crime, murder mystery and suspense with detectives and serial killers thrown in, don't miss the action-packed third installment of Street Games!
After surviving the horror of the Carmichael District, Kyra continues to look for her brother, but she can't seem to avoid crossing paths with the Mire's psychotic serial killer. Avoiding him and surviving the darkness of the Mire grows ever more difficult. And now he may be targeting her.
For Gabe, the mystery surrounding his brother's disappearance twenty-five years ago deepens as the suspect in custody is questioned, but speaks in riddles. If Gabe can decipher Hammond's strange clues, perhaps he can finally bring his brother's body home and obtain some closure. That is, if he can stay one step ahead of the murders in the Mire.
Kyra and Gabe face new, darker challenges in their search for missing brothers. Every victory brings setbacks and complications. They have little to push them forward now except determination and hope. Even if it is a Damaged Hope.
If you love you some crime, murder mystery and suspense with detectives and serial killers thrown in, don't miss the action-packed third installment of Street Games!
- GenresSerial Killer
455 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 26, 2017
10 people are currently reading
12 people want to read
About the author
L.K. Hill
15 books164 followersAlso publishes under K.L. Conger and Liesel K. Hill.
L.K. Hill is a USA Today Best-Selling Author who writes across three genres. Her crime and historical fiction are written under her initials, L.K., while her scifi/fantasy and dystopian are written under her full name, Liesel K. Hill. She also writes historical fiction under the pen name, K.L. Conger.
She lives in northern Utah and comes from a large, tight-knit family. She plans to keep writing until they nail her coffin shut. Or the Second Coming happens. You know, whichever happens first. ;D
L.K. Hill is a USA Today Best-Selling Author who writes across three genres. Her crime and historical fiction are written under her initials, L.K., while her scifi/fantasy and dystopian are written under her full name, Liesel K. Hill. She also writes historical fiction under the pen name, K.L. Conger.
She lives in northern Utah and comes from a large, tight-knit family. She plans to keep writing until they nail her coffin shut. Or the Second Coming happens. You know, whichever happens first. ;D
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 15 of 15 reviews
February 25, 2019
This installment is thrilling, dark and gripping. A fast paced emotional and gritty mystery. Tough main protagonist, resilient and motivated. Intrigue and mystery abound in every turn, keeping you at the edge. Nice to know book 4 is coming out soon!
I received an early version of this book from the publisher and my review is entirely voluntary.
I received an early version of this book from the publisher and my review is entirely voluntary.
January 14, 2019
This is a dark gritty thriller with action all the way through. I. Cannot wait for book four. This one was one of those you cannot put down, riveting for sure. Highly recommended.
January 14, 2019
This is a dark gritty thriller with action all the way through. I. Cannot wait for book four. This one was one of those you cannot put down, riveting for sure. Highly recommended.
April 4, 2019
I am excited to be back in Kyra’s dystopian world in Damaged Hope, Street Games #3, by Liesel K Hill. Kyra is the strong female character I love to read about.In is cheap.this desp0perate, dystopian world, life
Kyra’s not herself. She’s in BIG trouble. Some want her dead, some want to use her, and one wants to love her. She is stubborn, obstinate, confident in her ability to survive the Mire. Every time she turns around, she’s getting her ass kicked, covered in cuts and bruises. She can’t quit…she searches…
Gabe is a cop that has become enamored with Kyra.
Missing and dead children, prostitutes, one killer or two, a slow burning relationship, and fantastic world building.
Tense, dangerous, teeth gritting moments.
Nothing is smooth sailing. The characters will put it all on the line for each other. Not all will survive and not all questions will be answered. The pacing keeps the thrills coming, one after another some high, some low, and I want more. I must know the end of Kyra’s story.
“It’s all a game. Brothers and killers. Rivals and customers. The Mire and mobsters. Alleys and streets. All games. Games we must conquer, or else disappear into the gaping maw of this city.”
I voluntarily reviewed a free copy of Damaged Hope by Liesel K Hill.
Kyra’s not herself. She’s in BIG trouble. Some want her dead, some want to use her, and one wants to love her. She is stubborn, obstinate, confident in her ability to survive the Mire. Every time she turns around, she’s getting her ass kicked, covered in cuts and bruises. She can’t quit…she searches…
Gabe is a cop that has become enamored with Kyra.
Missing and dead children, prostitutes, one killer or two, a slow burning relationship, and fantastic world building.
Tense, dangerous, teeth gritting moments.
Nothing is smooth sailing. The characters will put it all on the line for each other. Not all will survive and not all questions will be answered. The pacing keeps the thrills coming, one after another some high, some low, and I want more. I must know the end of Kyra’s story.
“It’s all a game. Brothers and killers. Rivals and customers. The Mire and mobsters. Alleys and streets. All games. Games we must conquer, or else disappear into the gaping maw of this city.”
I voluntarily reviewed a free copy of Damaged Hope by Liesel K Hill.
April 8, 2019
Brutal, terrorizing, horrifying story. It takes place
in the secret deep dark area known as the Mire.
It is set in Nevada. In the city of Abstreuse which
stands alone in the middle of the desert.
You will meet the Mirelings, the Prowlers, the
Mafia Mob, various gangs, the mob’s underboss,
homicidal gangsters, the Abstreuse mob, a
psychotic serial killer, prostitutes, an ex-con,
officers of the police force and Supra (Kyra’s
disguise to roam the Mire). The reader will be
made aware of Officer Gabe brother Dillion’s
abduction twenty-five years ago by a pedophile.
This man abducted many children. Gabe wants
to find his brother’s remains to take home to his
parents for burial. The family all need closure.
Supra (Kyra Roberts)is in the Mire searching for
her brother, Manny. Someone saw him in this area.
Little does she understand the danger involved.
The description is very vivid of the various areas
and the dead bodies of the mutilated prostitutes.
This is book # 3 in the dark journey of the Street
Games Series.
I volunteered to read Damaged Hope. Thanks to
the author via Booksprout for the opportunity.
opinion is my own.
in the secret deep dark area known as the Mire.
It is set in Nevada. In the city of Abstreuse which
stands alone in the middle of the desert.
You will meet the Mirelings, the Prowlers, the
Mafia Mob, various gangs, the mob’s underboss,
homicidal gangsters, the Abstreuse mob, a
psychotic serial killer, prostitutes, an ex-con,
officers of the police force and Supra (Kyra’s
disguise to roam the Mire). The reader will be
made aware of Officer Gabe brother Dillion’s
abduction twenty-five years ago by a pedophile.
This man abducted many children. Gabe wants
to find his brother’s remains to take home to his
parents for burial. The family all need closure.
Supra (Kyra Roberts)is in the Mire searching for
her brother, Manny. Someone saw him in this area.
Little does she understand the danger involved.
The description is very vivid of the various areas
and the dead bodies of the mutilated prostitutes.
This is book # 3 in the dark journey of the Street
Games Series.
I volunteered to read Damaged Hope. Thanks to
the author via Booksprout for the opportunity.
opinion is my own.
February 11, 2019
This gritty, compelling series is great for binge reading. I read the last two books in two days. I could hardly put them down!
Not only is Kyra being followed by the underboss of the mob, Jerome Dellaire, but her investigative nature has brought her to the attention of the serial killer stalking the Mire. To complicate matters further, Gabe is trying to get closer. Things just keep getting in the way of Kyra’s search for Manny, her brother.
Gabe has problems of his own as the first new clues in twenty-five years surface in the case of his brother, Dillon’s abduction. With a serial killer still active in the city, Gabe more than has his hands full, but he can’t ignore a chance to perhaps put his brother to rest at last.
Kyra got her in with the gang by working for Josie. So far he just has her running messages. It doesn’t seem to be getting her anywhere in her search. Will Kyra find her brother at last? Will she be able to stay a step ahead of the mob? Will the killer stark stalking Kyra?
Not only is Kyra being followed by the underboss of the mob, Jerome Dellaire, but her investigative nature has brought her to the attention of the serial killer stalking the Mire. To complicate matters further, Gabe is trying to get closer. Things just keep getting in the way of Kyra’s search for Manny, her brother.
Gabe has problems of his own as the first new clues in twenty-five years surface in the case of his brother, Dillon’s abduction. With a serial killer still active in the city, Gabe more than has his hands full, but he can’t ignore a chance to perhaps put his brother to rest at last.
Kyra got her in with the gang by working for Josie. So far he just has her running messages. It doesn’t seem to be getting her anywhere in her search. Will Kyra find her brother at last? Will she be able to stay a step ahead of the mob? Will the killer stark stalking Kyra?
July 7, 2020
The Best One Yet
This is the third Street Games book and it is for me, the best one so far. Things are definitely getting complicated in Abstreuse City. I still find Kyra to be interesting especially because she is determined no matter what, even though this is definitely not good for her at times. This book left me wanting to read the next book now! I really want to know what happens next.
This is the third Street Games book and it is for me, the best one so far. Things are definitely getting complicated in Abstreuse City. I still find Kyra to be interesting especially because she is determined no matter what, even though this is definitely not good for her at times. This book left me wanting to read the next book now! I really want to know what happens next.
March 22, 2021
L.K. Hill wow, nightmares are your fault.
L.K. Hill looks so normal in her picture at the back of books. Its good that she is not a criminal she would never be caught. I am not sure how this much ability to suck you into a story is possible. The Gaap character will be haunting my mind for a very long time. Do yourself a favor and buy the whole series right up front. If you love a good mystery your going to buy them all anyway. I have a new favorite author.
L.K. Hill looks so normal in her picture at the back of books. Its good that she is not a criminal she would never be caught. I am not sure how this much ability to suck you into a story is possible. The Gaap character will be haunting my mind for a very long time. Do yourself a favor and buy the whole series right up front. If you love a good mystery your going to buy them all anyway. I have a new favorite author.
April 18, 2019
I am totally hooked on this series. Cannot wait for the next book in the series. Hoping it is soon! Incredible story, characters and with intense action to keep you glued to the page. I highly recommend the whole series.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 9, 2020
Thrilling
Wow. Utterly thrilling. I could not stop reading this installment! So much gained, so much lost. A veritable maze in so many ways. My heart is pounding as I reach for the next book.
Wow. Utterly thrilling. I could not stop reading this installment! So much gained, so much lost. A veritable maze in so many ways. My heart is pounding as I reach for the next book.
Read
September 10, 2025I have now read all 4 books in the series and look forward to #5. The story line is excellent, the characters well written. I have thoroughly enjoyed all the books.
March 31, 2019
This book pulls you in from the start, it's exciting there is murder,the hunter, the hunted,
Sorrow, mind games and so much more. Damaged hope was very hard to put down.
Can't wait to read the next book in this series
Sorrow, mind games and so much more. Damaged hope was very hard to put down.
Can't wait to read the next book in this series
Read
April 1, 2019This is the best of the series of the three books of the series. The plot draws you in and you have to keep reading to see what is going to happen. Keep up the great work.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Read
April 5, 2019My eighth read from author L.K. Hill. Picks up where book 2 left off, like a jet fighter in flight and just gets better from there! Three pseudonyms, 3 different genres. All good, but this book captivated me the most. I look forward to the fourth book in the series! I’ll be reading more from this author no matter what pseudonym she writes under! (RIP Marley January 20, 2014 - July 24, 2018).
Displaying 1 - 15 of 15 reviews