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Lacey Fitzpatrick and Sam Firecloud #10
Murder Walk
The best friend of Sam Firecloud’s son, Daniel, has been murdered. The boy is having a hard enough time dealing with the loss but then discovers that he’s inherited his father’s mediumistic “gift” for communicating with the dead, a gift he doesn’t want. Lacey Fitzpatrick, Sam’s wife and partner, wants to start their own investigation into the murder, Sam is more worried about his son than the unsolved case, and Daniel just wants all ghosts to leave him alone. The family is being torn in three separate directions, but the murderer is still on the loose and may come after Daniel next, because the ghost is talking.
- GenresMysteryParanormalGhosts
198 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 11, 2018
About the author
Melissa Bowersock
86 books135 followersMelissa Bowersock is an eclectic, award-winning author who writes in a variety of fiction and non-fiction genres: paranormal, biography, western, action, romance, fantasy, spiritual, and satire. She has been both traditionally and independently published and is the author of the popular Lacey Fitzpatrick and Sam Firecloud Mystery Series. She has a tattoo on the inside of her left wrist that says IMAGINE. In her next life, she plans to be an astronaut. She also writes under the pen name Amber Flame. You can visit her website, www.newmoonrising.net. Follow her blog at http://mjb-wordlovers.blogspot.com.
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August 24, 2019
Murder Walk by Melissa Bowersock
Lacey, Sam, and the kids are settling into a nice routine in their new apartment and are now looking for an affordable art studio for Sam’s new venture. Daniel is fourteen and entering that moody stage most teens go through. However, when his best friend, Jason, is murdered, Daniel is forced to grow up quickly. Especially when Jason’s spirit starts speaking to him. “Murder Walk” stems around the effects this murder has on the Fireclouds, the LaRosas, Daniel’s new girlfriend, and Jason’s family as well. It deals with relationships from all angles.
There is tension between Lacey and Sam about how to handle Daniel and his new situation. Tension between Sam and Daniel, Sam knows Daniel knows more than he’s saying. And there is the guilt Lacey feels when she reaches out to Jason’s mother without telling Sam or Daniel. She also reaches out to the LAPD homicide detective, but keeps that info on the down-low.
What’s it going to take to get the whole story out of Daniel about what he is seeing and hearing? What can Sam do to help his son feel more comfortable around spirits when he knows Daniel has to accept this new talent he has? And will Kenzie have the spirit calling as well? What’s it going to take to keep Daniel safe if the murderer finds out Daniel can talk to ghosts?
“Murder Walk” has a nice pace and flows smoothly from one scene to the next. It’s thoughtfully written and the dialog is realistic in all aspects. It shows what it is like for a family trying to carry on with mundane life necessities after a trauma hits so close to home. With all the sadness there are lighter enjoyable moments. As Sam finds a place for his studio. Lacey and Kenzie approve, but Daniel is not so sure until his girlfriend Tori finds out about it. Don’t miss out on this one!
FYI: “Murder Walk” is book ten in Melissa Bowersock’s A LACEY FITZPATRICK and SAM FIRECLOUD MYSTERY SERIES. **Originally written for "BigAl’s Books and Pals" book blog. May have received a free review copy.** June 1, 2018
Format/Typo Issues: No issues in proofing or formatting to speak of.
Lacey, Sam, and the kids are settling into a nice routine in their new apartment and are now looking for an affordable art studio for Sam’s new venture. Daniel is fourteen and entering that moody stage most teens go through. However, when his best friend, Jason, is murdered, Daniel is forced to grow up quickly. Especially when Jason’s spirit starts speaking to him. “Murder Walk” stems around the effects this murder has on the Fireclouds, the LaRosas, Daniel’s new girlfriend, and Jason’s family as well. It deals with relationships from all angles.
There is tension between Lacey and Sam about how to handle Daniel and his new situation. Tension between Sam and Daniel, Sam knows Daniel knows more than he’s saying. And there is the guilt Lacey feels when she reaches out to Jason’s mother without telling Sam or Daniel. She also reaches out to the LAPD homicide detective, but keeps that info on the down-low.
What’s it going to take to get the whole story out of Daniel about what he is seeing and hearing? What can Sam do to help his son feel more comfortable around spirits when he knows Daniel has to accept this new talent he has? And will Kenzie have the spirit calling as well? What’s it going to take to keep Daniel safe if the murderer finds out Daniel can talk to ghosts?
“Murder Walk” has a nice pace and flows smoothly from one scene to the next. It’s thoughtfully written and the dialog is realistic in all aspects. It shows what it is like for a family trying to carry on with mundane life necessities after a trauma hits so close to home. With all the sadness there are lighter enjoyable moments. As Sam finds a place for his studio. Lacey and Kenzie approve, but Daniel is not so sure until his girlfriend Tori finds out about it. Don’t miss out on this one!
FYI: “Murder Walk” is book ten in Melissa Bowersock’s A LACEY FITZPATRICK and SAM FIRECLOUD MYSTERY SERIES. **Originally written for "BigAl’s Books and Pals" book blog. May have received a free review copy.** June 1, 2018
Format/Typo Issues: No issues in proofing or formatting to speak of.
June 16, 2020
Teen years are bad enough for both the teens and their parents, but Sam's son is having a monumentally hard time with it all. His best friend gets murdered, a bully is harassing him, and he discovers that he shares his father's "gift" when his dead friend comes to him. Both blended families do their best to help Daniel and also to bring the murdered to justice. Excellent! Great addition to a series in which each book could easily stand alone but makes me want more.
Narrator Laura Wilson interprets the characters and situations with ease.
Narrator Laura Wilson interprets the characters and situations with ease.
January 3, 2025
Hooked from Book One
As the title implies, I was hooked from book one.
Ms. Bowersock writes without the need for filler words, the blah, blah, blah that so many writers use, and without the use of profanity. The sex is implied if it's even mentioned.
Her books are on average are a two to two and a half hour read and perfect for an afternoon escape.
Now on to book 11.
As the title implies, I was hooked from book one.
Ms. Bowersock writes without the need for filler words, the blah, blah, blah that so many writers use, and without the use of profanity. The sex is implied if it's even mentioned.
Her books are on average are a two to two and a half hour read and perfect for an afternoon escape.
Now on to book 11.
January 27, 2019
After ten Sam and Lacey tales, I don't even think of them as characters in a book…they're more like my next-door neighbours. I'm in awe of Bowersock's ability to find compelling stories for the pair's ghost sleuthing. (And there are another two after this!)
In this instalment, events are pretty close to home: Daniel's (Sam's son) best school chum has been murdered. Police investigation is slow and Lacey is chomping at the bit somewhat, keen to find the killer, especially as Daniel is showing signs of having inherited his dad's ability to 'communicate' with ghosts. And if the murdered boy can identify his killer to Daniel, will Sam be able to protect him until the police find the culprit?
The quality of the writing and story-telling is consistently at optimum level, and you ease into the story quickly and comfortably. Sam and Lacey's personal life is an enjoyable back story…it never intrudes the main plot but gives you enough to feel and know the characters.
I'll be honest: the paranormal genre really isn't my thing; I very rarely give it the time of day, so it's quite something that Bowersock always has me looking forward to the next case.
In this instalment, events are pretty close to home: Daniel's (Sam's son) best school chum has been murdered. Police investigation is slow and Lacey is chomping at the bit somewhat, keen to find the killer, especially as Daniel is showing signs of having inherited his dad's ability to 'communicate' with ghosts. And if the murdered boy can identify his killer to Daniel, will Sam be able to protect him until the police find the culprit?
The quality of the writing and story-telling is consistently at optimum level, and you ease into the story quickly and comfortably. Sam and Lacey's personal life is an enjoyable back story…it never intrudes the main plot but gives you enough to feel and know the characters.
I'll be honest: the paranormal genre really isn't my thing; I very rarely give it the time of day, so it's quite something that Bowersock always has me looking forward to the next case.
July 7, 2020
Book source ~ Kindle Unlimited
Medium Sam Firecloud can see ghosts and while they don’t actually talk to him he can get impressions from them. Enough for his wife, private investigator lacey Fitzpatrick, to research who they are and find how to help them on their way. In this story though, it’s Sam’s son Daniel who suddenly discovers his dad’s gift has passed to him when his best friend tries to communicate that he was murdered. Poor Daniel. He’s struggling with the loss of his best friend and now this? That’s a bit much for any teen, right?
Sam does the best he can to guide Daniel while still letting Daniel do things in his own way. Even if that means Daniel ignores his newfound gift. Lacey helps and they eventually find who murdered Jason. In addition, Daniel has a new girlfriend and he hopes she won’t think he’s a freak. But it’s all good. Kenzie is pretty cool and she likes his gift and his family. And on top of all this, Sam has quit his construction job and is starting his own pottery business. So he’s searching for a place and buying equipment and supplies. Whew! A lot going on in this one. All-in-all this is a great read.
Medium Sam Firecloud can see ghosts and while they don’t actually talk to him he can get impressions from them. Enough for his wife, private investigator lacey Fitzpatrick, to research who they are and find how to help them on their way. In this story though, it’s Sam’s son Daniel who suddenly discovers his dad’s gift has passed to him when his best friend tries to communicate that he was murdered. Poor Daniel. He’s struggling with the loss of his best friend and now this? That’s a bit much for any teen, right?
Sam does the best he can to guide Daniel while still letting Daniel do things in his own way. Even if that means Daniel ignores his newfound gift. Lacey helps and they eventually find who murdered Jason. In addition, Daniel has a new girlfriend and he hopes she won’t think he’s a freak. But it’s all good. Kenzie is pretty cool and she likes his gift and his family. And on top of all this, Sam has quit his construction job and is starting his own pottery business. So he’s searching for a place and buying equipment and supplies. Whew! A lot going on in this one. All-in-all this is a great read.
April 16, 2021
This book broke my heart. No parent should ever have to bury their child, it's so sad. Any death is hard and we all deal with it in different ways, dealing with the loss of a child is hard. Dealing with the loss of a friend, getting bullying, dealing with school and then find out you are a medium is too much. This is what Daniel has to deal with in this book, which is a lot for a fourteen year old to deal with all at once. I know I couldn't do it, that age is hard enough to get through without having to add challenges.
August 21, 2019
It runs in the family
Sam handles his gift with a lot of grace and understanding. It must have been difficult for him to find out Daniel has the ‘gift’. When Daniel finally agrees to talk to Jason’s ghost, the reader find s out how difficult it is to be able to communicate with ghosts. Each installment just keeps getter better. I’m so glad to have found this series!
Sam handles his gift with a lot of grace and understanding. It must have been difficult for him to find out Daniel has the ‘gift’. When Daniel finally agrees to talk to Jason’s ghost, the reader find s out how difficult it is to be able to communicate with ghosts. Each installment just keeps getter better. I’m so glad to have found this series!
February 5, 2022
Another great story I love these books. I really enjoyed the fact that Sam's give is continuing through his children and that it wasn't always viewed as a positive gift.
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March 16, 2022
Please keep 'em coming!
Reading a Sam & Lacey book gives me a warm, "coming home" feeling. I am so pleased that there are more waiting for me to enjoy 😀
Reading a Sam & Lacey book gives me a warm, "coming home" feeling. I am so pleased that there are more waiting for me to enjoy 😀
January 22, 2023
Great!
There’s a shooting at Daniel’s school. Lacey can’t help but investigate.
I gave 3 stars because this book was less about the murder and filled with everyday mundane stuff. What’s for dinner, conversations with Sam’s kids, discussions about whether Sam will find an artist studio. Seemed like a lot of filler for a short ghost walk. I hope the next one is better.
There’s a shooting at Daniel’s school. Lacey can’t help but investigate.
I gave 3 stars because this book was less about the murder and filled with everyday mundane stuff. What’s for dinner, conversations with Sam’s kids, discussions about whether Sam will find an artist studio. Seemed like a lot of filler for a short ghost walk. I hope the next one is better.
October 19, 2023
The family gets involved in this case since it is Sam's son Daniel who is closest to the ghost. His best friend is murdered and he soon figures out that he shares his dad's talent, although in a slightly different way. As he learns to deal with this new "gift", they all have to figure out how to help the ghost move on.
February 20, 2024
Love your books!!!
Usually with a book series I get really tired of the author repeating description over and over of a certain section of the first book.
I have not found any of that in your books, well maybe once, but not the same paragraphs over in each book. As you can see I'm on my tenth book and still reading!
Usually with a book series I get really tired of the author repeating description over and over of a certain section of the first book.
I have not found any of that in your books, well maybe once, but not the same paragraphs over in each book. As you can see I'm on my tenth book and still reading!
January 31, 2023
Enjoyed it
Always something new in Sam and Lacey's busy life. Interesting story, glad to be see more interaction with the kids and hope Sam's pottery brings good things to the family.
Always something new in Sam and Lacey's busy life. Interesting story, glad to be see more interaction with the kids and hope Sam's pottery brings good things to the family.
August 16, 2024
Trigger Haven
School shooting, public shooting, teenaged angst. I simply do not know what to say about this story. It is well written, characters are good, multiple social issues brought forward. Not my favorite story line, I am sure it is because of recent true occurrences.
School shooting, public shooting, teenaged angst. I simply do not know what to say about this story. It is well written, characters are good, multiple social issues brought forward. Not my favorite story line, I am sure it is because of recent true occurrences.
September 22, 2025
Really liked it
You have to read these in order. Each book is quite short but a meaty story. Lacey and Sam are fab and this story was close to home. Only Sam could buy a house \ set studio with a resident ghost! Into the next.
You have to read these in order. Each book is quite short but a meaty story. Lacey and Sam are fab and this story was close to home. Only Sam could buy a house \ set studio with a resident ghost! Into the next.
February 8, 2026
GREAT STORY
I love all these books so far. My only complaint with this one is that they didn’t say why he did it. She could have written another chapter to explain why. She normally does, so I was surprised when she didn’t. Lacy had a theory, but nothing concrete.
I love all these books so far. My only complaint with this one is that they didn’t say why he did it. She could have written another chapter to explain why. She normally does, so I was surprised when she didn’t. Lacy had a theory, but nothing concrete.
July 19, 2023
Seeing Ghosts
A great story and I really like the author makes the story a “family affair.” I highly recommend reading this book it’s real good.
A great story and I really like the author makes the story a “family affair.” I highly recommend reading this book it’s real good.
July 10, 2024
loving this storyline
These books are addictive. I love the stories and the characters. I keep reminding myself I should slow down. It’s a series you don’t want to end.
These books are addictive. I love the stories and the characters. I keep reminding myself I should slow down. It’s a series you don’t want to end.
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October 6, 2025*ten books later* wow so this series that I did not think would be my thing turns out to be not my thing *big think🤔*
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