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The Burnside Mystery Series, Boxed Set #2
The Next 3 Novels In The Burnside Mystery Series, Books 4-6 (Boxed Set # 2) Includes:
SAFETY VALVE
CORNER BLITZ
NICKEL PACKAGE
SAFETY VALVE (Book 4):
When shots are fired at a legendary sports agent, the prime suspect is the man's former business partner. But nothing is the way it seems in this gripping mystery, and as the close calls evolve into murder, the drama grows and the tension mounts.
Private Investigator Burnside, the former football star and LAPD officer, enters into a confounding world that gets murkier as the probe deepens. From former clients to spurned lovers to angry underworld figures, there are an inordinate number of people who harbor reasons to kill. With many avenues to go down, Burnside doggedly pursues an investigation that mystifies everyone involved, and also leads the police to suspect Burnside himself of a capital crime.
Combining an intricate plot with compelling characters, Burnside goes down yet another treacherous path. Fraught with wry humor, the unexpected climax of the story will take readers by surprise -- in more ways than one.
CORNER BLITZ (Book 5):
The Governor of California's teenage daughter has gone missing, and it's happened right in the middle of a nasty re-election campaign.
Adamant about keeping the investigation quiet, the governor brings in Burnside to find her. But when the case evolves into murder, everything changes and Burnside is plunged into a scenario where things are not what they appear to be.
Cobbling together the world of politics, sports and teen romance, Corner Blitz moves through the wealthy canyon enclaves to the mean streets near downtown Los Angeles. And as Burnside overcomes the many obstacles in the investigation, he also comes face-to-face with his own past, one that haunts him to this day.
The fifth Burnside mystery continues to deliver the witty banter and unexpected surprises that readers have enjoyed in this series. Corner Blitz follows Burnside on another tightly written mystery, loaded with plot twists, and finishes with an unforeseen, yet very satisfying ending.
NICKEL PACKAGE (Book 6):
A vicious killer is on the loose. Their targets are connected, but the motives are unclear. Brought in by a Fortune 500 company to do a simple background check, Private Investigator Burnside is suddenly thrown into the middle of a sea of carnage. And as he moves forward into this harrowing case, his own life is placed in mortal danger.
Desperate to find the culprit before they strike again, Burnside faces his biggest challenge yet, and one in which a single wrong move -- or an ill-timed quip -- could prove to be very deadly.
Filled with unexpected obstacles in his journey, the story leads Burnside into the glitz of the entertainment industry, but as he pushes forward, he discovers the harsh corruption that lies seething beneath the surface.
Nickel Package embarks on another vivid tour through the eclectic world that is Los Angeles. From the tony corporate suites to the seemingly peaceful middle-class neighborhoods to the gritty urban neighborhoods, the reader is introduced to intriguing new areas and fascinating characters.
And it wouldn't be a Burnside novel if it weren't loaded with irreverent humor! Nickel Package delivers an exciting mystery that is both compelling to follow -- and marvelous to read.
SAFETY VALVE
CORNER BLITZ
NICKEL PACKAGE
SAFETY VALVE (Book 4):
When shots are fired at a legendary sports agent, the prime suspect is the man's former business partner. But nothing is the way it seems in this gripping mystery, and as the close calls evolve into murder, the drama grows and the tension mounts.
Private Investigator Burnside, the former football star and LAPD officer, enters into a confounding world that gets murkier as the probe deepens. From former clients to spurned lovers to angry underworld figures, there are an inordinate number of people who harbor reasons to kill. With many avenues to go down, Burnside doggedly pursues an investigation that mystifies everyone involved, and also leads the police to suspect Burnside himself of a capital crime.
Combining an intricate plot with compelling characters, Burnside goes down yet another treacherous path. Fraught with wry humor, the unexpected climax of the story will take readers by surprise -- in more ways than one.
CORNER BLITZ (Book 5):
The Governor of California's teenage daughter has gone missing, and it's happened right in the middle of a nasty re-election campaign.
Adamant about keeping the investigation quiet, the governor brings in Burnside to find her. But when the case evolves into murder, everything changes and Burnside is plunged into a scenario where things are not what they appear to be.
Cobbling together the world of politics, sports and teen romance, Corner Blitz moves through the wealthy canyon enclaves to the mean streets near downtown Los Angeles. And as Burnside overcomes the many obstacles in the investigation, he also comes face-to-face with his own past, one that haunts him to this day.
The fifth Burnside mystery continues to deliver the witty banter and unexpected surprises that readers have enjoyed in this series. Corner Blitz follows Burnside on another tightly written mystery, loaded with plot twists, and finishes with an unforeseen, yet very satisfying ending.
NICKEL PACKAGE (Book 6):
A vicious killer is on the loose. Their targets are connected, but the motives are unclear. Brought in by a Fortune 500 company to do a simple background check, Private Investigator Burnside is suddenly thrown into the middle of a sea of carnage. And as he moves forward into this harrowing case, his own life is placed in mortal danger.
Desperate to find the culprit before they strike again, Burnside faces his biggest challenge yet, and one in which a single wrong move -- or an ill-timed quip -- could prove to be very deadly.
Filled with unexpected obstacles in his journey, the story leads Burnside into the glitz of the entertainment industry, but as he pushes forward, he discovers the harsh corruption that lies seething beneath the surface.
Nickel Package embarks on another vivid tour through the eclectic world that is Los Angeles. From the tony corporate suites to the seemingly peaceful middle-class neighborhoods to the gritty urban neighborhoods, the reader is introduced to intriguing new areas and fascinating characters.
And it wouldn't be a Burnside novel if it weren't loaded with irreverent humor! Nickel Package delivers an exciting mystery that is both compelling to follow -- and marvelous to read.
976 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 9, 2018
About the author
David Chill
20 books56 followersDavid Chill is a USA TODAY Bestselling Author, and has written a total of fourteen works of fiction. These include the medical suspense novel, Curse Of The Afflicted. The first thirteen books are part of the Burnside Mystery Series: Post Pattern, Fade Route, Bubble Screen, Safety Valve, Corner Blitz, Nickel Package, Double Pass, Tampa Two, Flea Flicker, Swim Move, and Hard Count.
David Chill's debut novel, Post Pattern, was an award-winning book in the Private Eye Writers of America contest for new mystery authors. The Burnside Mystery Series has received much critical acclaim over the years and has spent time on numerous bestseller lists.
Born and raised in New York City, David received his undergraduate degree from SUNY-Oswego, before moving to Los Angeles where he earned a Master's degree from the University of Southern California. He presently lives in California.
If you would like to find out when new novels are published, please sign up for David Chill's mailing list. You can do so here: http://eepurl.com/PMvlP
David Chill's debut novel, Post Pattern, was an award-winning book in the Private Eye Writers of America contest for new mystery authors. The Burnside Mystery Series has received much critical acclaim over the years and has spent time on numerous bestseller lists.
Born and raised in New York City, David received his undergraduate degree from SUNY-Oswego, before moving to Los Angeles where he earned a Master's degree from the University of Southern California. He presently lives in California.
If you would like to find out when new novels are published, please sign up for David Chill's mailing list. You can do so here: http://eepurl.com/PMvlP
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January 27, 2020
Another good Cahill read
Great story lines ..... enjoyed reading .... found it to maintain my interest. Recommend this book/series to anyone to read.
Great story lines ..... enjoyed reading .... found it to maintain my interest. Recommend this book/series to anyone to read.
September 10, 2022
I have enjoyed the first Six Books of the Burnside Mysteries and I am looking forward to read the rest of the series. The Character Burnside have alot of different qualities and he would make a very good friend for anyone. I love the fact that he can think about all the different crimes that are happening around him and know enought people to get help when he can't do it on his own. I love that you have to think about alot of different thing to come to the right concussion for every one of his books. You don't find who the murder is right away but you can see it coming if you are looking. I hope David Chill will continue to write more story with Burnside in them.
May 16, 2021
Burnside Series - Must Read for Avid Series Readers
I have enjoyed this series. It has been great getting to know Burnside and he does not disappoint. He has the ability to keep you entertained. Unexpected things will happen (just like real life) and Burnside will redirect and move forward. If you love series, action and suspense — this is a series your will want to read. Plus it is accessible via Kindle Unlimited.
I have enjoyed this series. It has been great getting to know Burnside and he does not disappoint. He has the ability to keep you entertained. Unexpected things will happen (just like real life) and Burnside will redirect and move forward. If you love series, action and suspense — this is a series your will want to read. Plus it is accessible via Kindle Unlimited.
July 30, 2019
Great series
I enjoyed this series 1 _ 6 . I love reading mystery books. This series won't let you down.. The only part I wasn't to happy with was football. In book six was a lot of football talk. If I never read about football again I will be so happy. But the series was great. Try it out you will love the series.
I enjoyed this series 1 _ 6 . I love reading mystery books. This series won't let you down.. The only part I wasn't to happy with was football. In book six was a lot of football talk. If I never read about football again I will be so happy. But the series was great. Try it out you will love the series.
September 8, 2019
Great characters
These books have it all. Am good mystery who done it, a tough, stand up guy who is also a faithful husband & loving father. I’m not a football fan but the books are so good I can just read around the technical football stuff and admire his stellar coaching skills
These books have it all. Am good mystery who done it, a tough, stand up guy who is also a faithful husband & loving father. I’m not a football fan but the books are so good I can just read around the technical football stuff and admire his stellar coaching skills
August 17, 2018
Fun Read!
Easy to read, great story and characters, good detail and chemistry. I’m not a football fan but I’m interested in the way he weaves the inner workings of the sport into his stories. I’ll be sorry when I finish the series.
Easy to read, great story and characters, good detail and chemistry. I’m not a football fan but I’m interested in the way he weaves the inner workings of the sport into his stories. I’ll be sorry when I finish the series.
September 12, 2018
Great Read
Just finished the second series and enjoyed each book. David has a way of keeping you guessing the end. Enjoy his writing style and subjects. Keep up the good work of keeping me entertained.
Just finished the second series and enjoyed each book. David has a way of keeping you guessing the end. Enjoy his writing style and subjects. Keep up the good work of keeping me entertained.
April 5, 2020
Another set of Great Burnside Mysteries
As always these are very interesting mysteries well plotted. The characters are very believable. The setting around the LA area is really nice described. I really enjoy this series and recommend it highly. You will enjoy it too.
As always these are very interesting mysteries well plotted. The characters are very believable. The setting around the LA area is really nice described. I really enjoy this series and recommend it highly. You will enjoy it too.
April 16, 2020
Entertaining and intriguing stories
Burnside's dry humor and expanded vocabulary are both refreshing! It is always interesting to find out what trouble he we'll stumble into next! Keep writing the good sarcastic lines!
Burnside's dry humor and expanded vocabulary are both refreshing! It is always interesting to find out what trouble he we'll stumble into next! Keep writing the good sarcastic lines!
May 17, 2021
Second great boxed set
I have really got to love Burnside, Gail and little Marcus. Beautifully crafted characters and plots. I’m not much of a football fan but I am enjoying learning about the finer points and politics of the game. But first and foremost: great storytelling.
I have really got to love Burnside, Gail and little Marcus. Beautifully crafted characters and plots. I’m not much of a football fan but I am enjoying learning about the finer points and politics of the game. But first and foremost: great storytelling.
October 13, 2019
Great reads
What a combination is sports and crime! Well done! I will read more David Chill. He is a masterful writer!
What a combination is sports and crime! Well done! I will read more David Chill. He is a masterful writer!
March 23, 2020
A good read
I have read six now.. Have the next three. Only regret is that wife , child and maybe one more character is not more developed
I have read six now.. Have the next three. Only regret is that wife , child and maybe one more character is not more developed
April 23, 2020
They were ok but not great. Some just dragged and put me to sleep.
January 6, 2021
Very entertaining
Love this series. Can’t wait to read all 11 books. Football player turned cop turned PI turned coach & back to PI.
Love this series. Can’t wait to read all 11 books. Football player turned cop turned PI turned coach & back to PI.
February 13, 2021
Good series, will read more by this author.
May 13, 2021
A satisfying good read
I really like the characters in this series. Toughness and vulnerability ... what’s not to like?
Look forward to reading more
I really like the characters in this series. Toughness and vulnerability ... what’s not to like?
Look forward to reading more
February 26, 2023
Good read
Great stories..great characters..great fun reading
Always seems real and possible..fun way to spend the time it takes to complete and process
Great stories..great characters..great fun reading
Always seems real and possible..fun way to spend the time it takes to complete and process
August 31, 2023
Great read
Many twists and turns. Held my interest throughout the entire books.Looking forward to the next book.
I highly recommend this series.
Many twists and turns. Held my interest throughout the entire books.Looking forward to the next book.
I highly recommend this series.
May 19, 2024
another cops and robbers movie
Don’t like swearing and sex in a book thou would like it but I didn’t
Next time I will pick my books more carefully
Don’t like swearing and sex in a book thou would like it but I didn’t
Next time I will pick my books more carefully
December 6, 2024
enjoyable!
Enjoyed that there’s always a couple of plots going at the same time! Knowing that sometimes it gets messy and solved in unexpected way.
Enjoyed that there’s always a couple of plots going at the same time! Knowing that sometimes it gets messy and solved in unexpected way.
March 27, 2026
Good books!
I really enjoyed these books! They were well written and fast paced. I enjoyed all of the characters please write more!
I really enjoyed these books! They were well written and fast paced. I enjoyed all of the characters please write more!
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