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Lieutenant Harrington #4
Variant
Variant: The Lieutenant Harrington Series, Book 4.
As the Miami Homicide Bureau's lead detective, Lieutenant Nash Harrington has seen just about every way one person could take another's life. Still, the latest scene is something new.
It isn't the woman who was violently stabbed to death in her bed. Nash has seen similar scenes countless times. It isn't the fact that there were no signs of forced entry, murder weapons, or suspects. He's seen that more times than he could count.
What is new to the lieutenant is the book lying beside the woman's body. The book, ominously titled and written by a local author, describes the very scene that Harrington has been called to.
And that scene from the book is just the first. As the body count rises, Harrington and his team must hunt down the person responsible for the grisly crimes before the entire work of fiction becomes a reality.
Unknown to Harrington, this story may have an alternate ending.
As the Miami Homicide Bureau's lead detective, Lieutenant Nash Harrington has seen just about every way one person could take another's life. Still, the latest scene is something new.
It isn't the woman who was violently stabbed to death in her bed. Nash has seen similar scenes countless times. It isn't the fact that there were no signs of forced entry, murder weapons, or suspects. He's seen that more times than he could count.
What is new to the lieutenant is the book lying beside the woman's body. The book, ominously titled and written by a local author, describes the very scene that Harrington has been called to.
And that scene from the book is just the first. As the body count rises, Harrington and his team must hunt down the person responsible for the grisly crimes before the entire work of fiction becomes a reality.
Unknown to Harrington, this story may have an alternate ending.
- GenresCrime
175 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 17, 2018
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About the author
E.H. Reinhard
44 books180 followersE.H. Reinhard is the author of over twenty novels in the crime fiction and police procedural genres. Residing in sunny Tampa Florida, when not putting pen to paper, or more accurately, keys to keyboard writing his next novel, Reinhard is an avid fisherman and a general enjoyer of everything outdoors.
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January 29, 2023
Entertaining Thriller
Lots of twists and turns, good plot keeps you on your toes from start to finish. Yet another entertaining thriller.
Lots of twists and turns, good plot keeps you on your toes from start to finish. Yet another entertaining thriller.
December 9, 2018
Fourth Lt. Nash Harrington "thriller" from author E.H. Reinhard. A very pedestrian thriller at best. To date all four books I've read in this series have been somewhat weak. Covering a bare 190 some odd pages I kept starting and stopping because the plot just didn't hook me. Protagonist Lt. Nash Harrington is somewhat one dimensional and shallow to be sure. The supporting characters are just as lifeless as Harrington. Even the villain left a lot to be desired in depth. Just two stars out of a possible five stars for, "Variant", from author E.H. Reinhard. What exactly in this book was a 'Variant' ? (1.50 stars more to the point on this thriller. Lucky for rounding ....) Weak book in a weak series. Just leave it on your kindle for a desperation read.
July 21, 2020
You won't regret
Reading a book by E.H. Reinhart. Each book is so different. This book You know from the beginning who the killer is. But it doesn't hinder the excitement and entertainment of how he's caught. Right from the beginning, the murders start and continue until the end. The killer stays one step ahead of the police. Very tense!! I would like to thank the author, for having his books, in Kindle Unlimited. I read pretty much two books a day, some days three. There's no way I could afford that many books, if it wasn't for authors, who use Kindle Unlimited. I highly recommend all of E.H. Reinhardt books. You won't be sorry!!
Reading a book by E.H. Reinhart. Each book is so different. This book You know from the beginning who the killer is. But it doesn't hinder the excitement and entertainment of how he's caught. Right from the beginning, the murders start and continue until the end. The killer stays one step ahead of the police. Very tense!! I would like to thank the author, for having his books, in Kindle Unlimited. I read pretty much two books a day, some days three. There's no way I could afford that many books, if it wasn't for authors, who use Kindle Unlimited. I highly recommend all of E.H. Reinhardt books. You won't be sorry!!
June 8, 2024
Good Crime Read...
This is my fourth in the series and overall, I like them well enough. I generally read crime books when I don't have anything else to read and I mean that in the best possible way. I think he's a good writer...very detail, flows well and the plots mostly makes sense. Some parts of most books are overplayed and unrealistic, but that's part of the excitement and drama. I especially like Lt. Harrington and his crew, that's really important. I would recommend it, especially for crime lovers.
This is my fourth in the series and overall, I like them well enough. I generally read crime books when I don't have anything else to read and I mean that in the best possible way. I think he's a good writer...very detail, flows well and the plots mostly makes sense. Some parts of most books are overplayed and unrealistic, but that's part of the excitement and drama. I especially like Lt. Harrington and his crew, that's really important. I would recommend it, especially for crime lovers.
June 1, 2020
Another Easy Read
Book number 20 for me for EH Reinhard and as always his books are simple yet effective.
I was extremely grateful there was no cooking of human remains in this one though!
I love the fact all the books link up and you feel like you get to know each of the characters personally.
Looking forward to reading the last one in the Hartington series!
Book number 20 for me for EH Reinhard and as always his books are simple yet effective.
I was extremely grateful there was no cooking of human remains in this one though!
I love the fact all the books link up and you feel like you get to know each of the characters personally.
Looking forward to reading the last one in the Hartington series!
April 22, 2018
OMG So Good!!!!
Lieutenant Nash Harrington I can’t wait until the book 5. So much suspense, this one had me on the edge of my seat. I love the book within the book story so Smart!!!! Great writing, great author E. H. Reinhard!!!
Lieutenant Nash Harrington I can’t wait until the book 5. So much suspense, this one had me on the edge of my seat. I love the book within the book story so Smart!!!! Great writing, great author E. H. Reinhard!!!
April 23, 2018
Another fine job!
A police procedural without all the emotional drama. Again, Mr Reinhard lays the story out one step at a time, and the reader follows right along with Lt Harrington and crew. Concise and direct and full of a crazy plot. Excellent.
A police procedural without all the emotional drama. Again, Mr Reinhard lays the story out one step at a time, and the reader follows right along with Lt Harrington and crew. Concise and direct and full of a crazy plot. Excellent.
June 18, 2020
Terrific read! A captivating page turner!
I thoroughly enjoyed reading Variant and highly recommend it to anyone who loves reading great police action procedurals. Grab your copy today, you’ll be delighted you did!
I thoroughly enjoyed reading Variant and highly recommend it to anyone who loves reading great police action procedurals. Grab your copy today, you’ll be delighted you did!
March 8, 2022
Great police thriller
This book kept you on your toes until the end. Lots of twist and turns. Loved the main character. Love this author and read all his books. Highly recommend this author you won't be disappointed.
This book kept you on your toes until the end. Lots of twist and turns. Loved the main character. Love this author and read all his books. Highly recommend this author you won't be disappointed.
August 12, 2022
From Miami, to Ft Lauderdale to Miramar
Engrossing. Finished it in less that 24 hours. On a roll! Waiting for Christopher Rosow’s book 5 in his Ben Porter series; in the meantime read the first four: False Assurances, Threat Bias, Subversive Addiction and Vital Deception!
Engrossing. Finished it in less that 24 hours. On a roll! Waiting for Christopher Rosow’s book 5 in his Ben Porter series; in the meantime read the first four: False Assurances, Threat Bias, Subversive Addiction and Vital Deception!
August 28, 2022
4.25 Stars. Another captivating novel in this crime drama series. I like an original storyline and this book was no cookie-cutter plot. I prefer a little romance with suspense, but none is given by this author.
November 14, 2022
slice
I really like the Harrington series. He got a little super hero in the climax but it worked.
I appreciate that Reinhard involves others from the department. It gives a more true vibe to the story line
I really like the Harrington series. He got a little super hero in the climax but it worked.
I appreciate that Reinhard involves others from the department. It gives a more true vibe to the story line
September 30, 2023
Great action!
This novel really kept me turning pages- the action just kept coming. I like the main character Nash Harrington a lot- he is human and has a life in addition to his police work.
This novel really kept me turning pages- the action just kept coming. I like the main character Nash Harrington a lot- he is human and has a life in addition to his police work.
May 3, 2024
Fantastic read!
Another winner R. H. Reinhard! I've been so captivated that I rushed to the next in the series instead of commenting on the second and third books. Sorry about that but also of them have been excellent reads! Keep it up!!!! Bravo!!
Another winner R. H. Reinhard! I've been so captivated that I rushed to the next in the series instead of commenting on the second and third books. Sorry about that but also of them have been excellent reads! Keep it up!!!! Bravo!!
June 29, 2024
Great book
Couldn't Put it down Read it from page 1 all the way through. I liked the ending. Left me waiting for the person who left the other finger prints to eventually show up in an upcoming release.
Couldn't Put it down Read it from page 1 all the way through. I liked the ending. Left me waiting for the person who left the other finger prints to eventually show up in an upcoming release.
November 15, 2024
Obsessed fan meets author
In this fourth book in the Nash Harrington series a mentally disturbed individual is acting out the actions of the "bad guy" in a police thriller novel. Nash needs to solve the case before the killer completes the novel.
In this fourth book in the Nash Harrington series a mentally disturbed individual is acting out the actions of the "bad guy" in a police thriller novel. Nash needs to solve the case before the killer completes the novel.
February 3, 2025
continuing with the next book in this series
I'm amazed that this author can write so many fantastic novels, I hope that he never stops writing. His books are some of the best Entertainment I have read and worth the time to read them. Thank you for a very fun entertaining read.
I'm amazed that this author can write so many fantastic novels, I hope that he never stops writing. His books are some of the best Entertainment I have read and worth the time to read them. Thank you for a very fun entertaining read.
April 28, 2018
Wow!!
Love the book. It really leaves you hanging and waiting to see if the last author’s statement is prophetic. Cannot wait for the next book.
Love the book. It really leaves you hanging and waiting to see if the last author’s statement is prophetic. Cannot wait for the next book.
April 28, 2018
Real page turner!
Fast paced action and well thought out plot. Characters are believable and are consistent throughout the series. Very good read!
Fast paced action and well thought out plot. Characters are believable and are consistent throughout the series. Very good read!
May 30, 2018
I enjoy reading EH Reinhard books. Variant did not disappoint; good pacing, good police procedural, and a good storyline. I cannot wait to see what happens next.
December 12, 2019
Excellent
Love love love these books. There is so much action it’s hard to put these books down. Love the characters.
Love love love these books. There is so much action it’s hard to put these books down. Love the characters.
April 7, 2020
Loved it
Great read, fast paced with plenty of action. Well developed characters and plot. Highly recommended if you enjoy Cop procedural adventures.
Great read, fast paced with plenty of action. Well developed characters and plot. Highly recommended if you enjoy Cop procedural adventures.
June 23, 2020
Love the whole series!
October 11, 2020
Recognized so many locales. Again, Reinhard does not disappoint!
January 11, 2021
Ok read
An ok read no big surprises or ah ha moments. I found the storyline a bit average as far as a thriller goes.
An ok read no big surprises or ah ha moments. I found the storyline a bit average as far as a thriller goes.
June 19, 2022
Great book!
A great book! The fourth in series and I can't wait to see what awaits Harrington. I'm sure it will be heart pounding.
A great book! The fourth in series and I can't wait to see what awaits Harrington. I'm sure it will be heart pounding.
June 7, 2023
Intense
This is a very intense read! I was holding my breath, flipping the pages, and praying for the maniac’s unlucky target. Can breathe now. On to the next case.
This is a very intense read! I was holding my breath, flipping the pages, and praying for the maniac’s unlucky target. Can breathe now. On to the next case.
January 23, 2024
Another Great Book!
Book four. Again outstanding story with great character development and on the edge of your seat excitement.
Glad there is a book five.
Book four. Again outstanding story with great character development and on the edge of your seat excitement.
Glad there is a book five.
July 7, 2024
Great writing!
If you are hooked on cop drama thrillers this is the series for you. Nash and his team really go through a lot to get their killer.
If you are hooked on cop drama thrillers this is the series for you. Nash and his team really go through a lot to get their killer.
February 12, 2025
excellent
This book was excellent. I am new to the Nash Harrington series and I enjoyed it thoroughly. I recommend reading this book
This book was excellent. I am new to the Nash Harrington series and I enjoyed it thoroughly. I recommend reading this book
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