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Leah Nash Mysteries #3
Dangerous Places
A person can’t just vanish. Can she? Journalist Leah Nash investigates the decades-old disappearance of a teenage girl, and the answer she finds brings her face-to-face with a shattering secret from her own past—and someone determined to keep it there.
392 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 13, 2016
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About the author
Susan Hunter
29 books193 followersSusan Hunter is a happy introvert who lives with her husband Gary, an extreme extrovert, in rural Michigan.
She spent some years as a reporter and then as the managing editor of a small daily newspaper. From there Susan went on to work at a university in publications and marketing where she honed her skills at appearing engaged in academic meetings, while internally composing her grocery list. She also taught a few classes as well—in English composition, that is, not in faking your way through meetings.
In addition to writing the Leah Nash series, Susan enjoys reading other people’s writing, watching classic films, occasional walks and snarky conversation with old friends and family, eating chocolate chip cookies, and answering emails from her readers. Visit her website, susanhunterauthor.com
She spent some years as a reporter and then as the managing editor of a small daily newspaper. From there Susan went on to work at a university in publications and marketing where she honed her skills at appearing engaged in academic meetings, while internally composing her grocery list. She also taught a few classes as well—in English composition, that is, not in faking your way through meetings.
In addition to writing the Leah Nash series, Susan enjoys reading other people’s writing, watching classic films, occasional walks and snarky conversation with old friends and family, eating chocolate chip cookies, and answering emails from her readers. Visit her website, susanhunterauthor.com
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June 11, 2018
Characters are where a book begins and ends for me. I need complex, 'human' characters to truly fall into a book. Susan Hunter gives me that and so much more with this series.
Leah Nash is a fun character to get to know. She's a strong, independent female lead, with a quick wit and just enough flaws to make us love her a little more. Her kooky and totally lovable network of friends and family adds a complexity of emotions to the story.
The dialogue is not only realistic, but uniquely defines each character. Hunter perfectly captures the individuality of speech that is part of each character’s personality.
Once again, we find Leah investigating a cold-case murder. We go along with her as she pieces together the past events. All of it feels completely plausible, and the twists took me by complete surprise.
This is book 3 in the series, and it could be read as a stand-alone. Hunter does an excellent job of orienting us in the story, so new readers understand the background and those of us who started at the beginning don’t get bored with too much repetitive content. For the most part, the plot here is self-contained. As with most series fiction, some of the minor characters from the first two books return for small parts, and aspects of Leah’s personal life are carried forward. I always think a series is more enjoyable when you can start at the beginning, but it’s not a necessity here.
*I received a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.*
Leah Nash is a fun character to get to know. She's a strong, independent female lead, with a quick wit and just enough flaws to make us love her a little more. Her kooky and totally lovable network of friends and family adds a complexity of emotions to the story.
The dialogue is not only realistic, but uniquely defines each character. Hunter perfectly captures the individuality of speech that is part of each character’s personality.
Once again, we find Leah investigating a cold-case murder. We go along with her as she pieces together the past events. All of it feels completely plausible, and the twists took me by complete surprise.
This is book 3 in the series, and it could be read as a stand-alone. Hunter does an excellent job of orienting us in the story, so new readers understand the background and those of us who started at the beginning don’t get bored with too much repetitive content. For the most part, the plot here is self-contained. As with most series fiction, some of the minor characters from the first two books return for small parts, and aspects of Leah’s personal life are carried forward. I always think a series is more enjoyable when you can start at the beginning, but it’s not a necessity here.
*I received a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.*
June 14, 2018
Leah Nash has returned home after finishing the tour for the book she wrote on her sister’s death. But the homecoming is short lived when an old friend, Sammy sets her off on another cold case. Twenty years ago, teenager Heather Young disappeared and everyone figured her boyfriend, Eric did it. Sammy wants Leah to prove that Eric was innocent. This is going to lead to Leah learning more about her own family that someone is determined to keep quiet.
I really enjoyed this story. Leah is a great strong woman yet she makes plenty of mistakes that hinder her investigation and cause more problems. She does get wrapped up in the investigation but she also has her own mysteries that make her want to know more about her father.
This is the first book from this author that I have read. I liked how it could be a standalone yet not a huge rehashing if you already have read the other books. I really like Leah Nash; she is well written and has realistic flaws that make her that must more appealing. I love both mysteries; they had me guessing until the end.
If you are looking for a great mystery, look no further. I really enjoyed Dangerous Places and will be checking out the other books in this series that I have missed.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. I voluntarily chose to read and post an honest review.
I really enjoyed this story. Leah is a great strong woman yet she makes plenty of mistakes that hinder her investigation and cause more problems. She does get wrapped up in the investigation but she also has her own mysteries that make her want to know more about her father.
This is the first book from this author that I have read. I liked how it could be a standalone yet not a huge rehashing if you already have read the other books. I really like Leah Nash; she is well written and has realistic flaws that make her that must more appealing. I love both mysteries; they had me guessing until the end.
If you are looking for a great mystery, look no further. I really enjoyed Dangerous Places and will be checking out the other books in this series that I have missed.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. I voluntarily chose to read and post an honest review.
June 7, 2018
I am enjoying this series. I really like Leah. When she is on the trail of a killer, she won't let go. Even when she makes mistakes or fingers the wrong guy, she just keeps on. I like that I am learning more about her family and their history with each novel. Hunter has done a good job of making reference to a previous family tragedy in one novel and then revealing more about it in the next. I feel like I am getting to know Leah as each novel reveals additional parts of Leah's private life while the plot progresses. This novel had several emotional crises for Leah, revealing even more about her character.
Even though this novel is into the series, it does stand alone. There is enough back story that one could start with this book but the previous ones are good too and should not be missed. This one contained plenty of twists and red herrings and I found it engaging to the very end, where there is a nice bit of suspense.
I recommend this mystery to readers who like a good balance of character revelation and development combined with a journalist's tenacious investigation into a cold case.
I received a complimentary digital copy of this book through Partners in Crime Virtual Book Tours. My comments are an independent and honest review.
Even though this novel is into the series, it does stand alone. There is enough back story that one could start with this book but the previous ones are good too and should not be missed. This one contained plenty of twists and red herrings and I found it engaging to the very end, where there is a nice bit of suspense.
I recommend this mystery to readers who like a good balance of character revelation and development combined with a journalist's tenacious investigation into a cold case.
I received a complimentary digital copy of this book through Partners in Crime Virtual Book Tours. My comments are an independent and honest review.
May 16, 2018
Review: DANGEROUS PLACES by Susan Hunter
(Leah Nash Mysteries Book 3)
The excitement and intrigue in this series never let up, and I hope the series goes on forever. Each and every novel in this series is heart-wrenching and heartwarming, and contains a truly complex and convoluted mystery which our feisty, sarcastic, dedicated protagonist feels compelled to solve. Those who have read Book 2, DANGEROUS MISTAKES, will remember that the story concluded with a cliffhanger hint that everything was about to upend, and we learn why now. Much of the backstory from Book 1 unrolls here, and the sad history of the Nashes becomes even sadder. We can only hope Truth eventually brings closure. Certainly, Leah has no shortage of cases to fuel her new career writing true crime nonfiction.
(Leah Nash Mysteries Book 3)
The excitement and intrigue in this series never let up, and I hope the series goes on forever. Each and every novel in this series is heart-wrenching and heartwarming, and contains a truly complex and convoluted mystery which our feisty, sarcastic, dedicated protagonist feels compelled to solve. Those who have read Book 2, DANGEROUS MISTAKES, will remember that the story concluded with a cliffhanger hint that everything was about to upend, and we learn why now. Much of the backstory from Book 1 unrolls here, and the sad history of the Nashes becomes even sadder. We can only hope Truth eventually brings closure. Certainly, Leah has no shortage of cases to fuel her new career writing true crime nonfiction.
June 14, 2018
Dangerous Places by Susan Hunter is the third book in the Leah Nash mystery series. Leah is a former reporter turned true-crime writer. She's just coming off a book tour for her first book when a childhood friend asks her to help clear her brother in the unsolved disappearance of his high school girlfriend. Leah isn't interested in getting involved but feels an obligation to after her friend is killed in a car accident.
This is a mystery that I actually managed to figure out some of the ending well beforehand, but I didn't get it all right. The author still managed to throw in a few twists and turns that I definitely didn't see coming. Leah is stubborn and gets in her own way a lot - especially when she refuses help from others. Even so, I like her and enjoy seeing how her mind works to try to figure out the mystery. I am really enjoying this series and am already looking forward to my next Leah Nash mystery.
I received this book for free and am voluntarily sharing my honest review. Full review post coming to Brooke Blogs on June 15, 2018.
This is a mystery that I actually managed to figure out some of the ending well beforehand, but I didn't get it all right. The author still managed to throw in a few twists and turns that I definitely didn't see coming. Leah is stubborn and gets in her own way a lot - especially when she refuses help from others. Even so, I like her and enjoy seeing how her mind works to try to figure out the mystery. I am really enjoying this series and am already looking forward to my next Leah Nash mystery.
I received this book for free and am voluntarily sharing my honest review. Full review post coming to Brooke Blogs on June 15, 2018.
November 25, 2016
Dangerous Places
This is the third book in the Leah Nash series. It just came out and of course I have all ready read it. It is a great mystery. I can't wait until Susan Hunter writes the next book in the series. I hope that will be soon. Love it and I recommend the series.
This is the third book in the Leah Nash series. It just came out and of course I have all ready read it. It is a great mystery. I can't wait until Susan Hunter writes the next book in the series. I hope that will be soon. Love it and I recommend the series.
July 12, 2019
Really enjoying this series. The main character, though entertaining, is a bit of a pill. The recurring secondary characters, and their interactions with each other and the main character, are what make the series for me. Each story CAN stand alone, but it's a richer story if they are read in order. The mysteries are well plotted with a decent number of not-overly-farfetched twists and red herrings to keep you wondering. Solid 4 stars, maybe even and 4.5.
July 12, 2019
Kept you guessing
If you're a murder mystery fan this book is for you. It keeps one guessing until the end. Read it!
If you're a murder mystery fan this book is for you. It keeps one guessing until the end. Read it!
July 8, 2019
A spellbinding mystery.
This story was packed with action and interesting charismatic characters. It was hard to predict how or where the story was going to go. It was full of surprises . Spellbinding sums up the story.
This story was packed with action and interesting charismatic characters. It was hard to predict how or where the story was going to go. It was full of surprises . Spellbinding sums up the story.
July 7, 2019
Dangerous Places
With each new installment, I grow fonder and fonder with this series. Leah was less aggravating and more accepting of David and Rebecca. Again the murderous plot had twists and turns. The element of surprise surrounding her dad came out of left field. I wonder what avenues we will travel in the next mystery.
With each new installment, I grow fonder and fonder with this series. Leah was less aggravating and more accepting of David and Rebecca. Again the murderous plot had twists and turns. The element of surprise surrounding her dad came out of left field. I wonder what avenues we will travel in the next mystery.
July 9, 2019
Good mystery.
July 7, 2019
Excellent
This book is excellent with a very interesting story.With all of the twists and turns you are in your seat until the very end.
This book is excellent with a very interesting story.With all of the twists and turns you are in your seat until the very end.
July 5, 2019
Well written
I have not read any of her other books but will now. This was a great who done it. Kept me guessing until the end. Loved Leah, a great character. Great summer beach read.
I have not read any of her other books but will now. This was a great who done it. Kept me guessing until the end. Loved Leah, a great character. Great summer beach read.
July 1, 2019
Dangerous Places
Very interesting and entertaining storyline about a twenty year old unsolved disappearance of a teenage girl and a young author's determination to solve the mystery.
Very interesting and entertaining storyline about a twenty year old unsolved disappearance of a teenage girl and a young author's determination to solve the mystery.
June 30, 2019
Tangled decptions
Could have never guessed the outcome of this mystery within a mystery, within a mystery. Very clever characters that intertwine in ways one would never expexct.
Could have never guessed the outcome of this mystery within a mystery, within a mystery. Very clever characters that intertwine in ways one would never expexct.
June 21, 2019
Another thriller
Great surprises, great characters. Susan Hunter just keeps these imaginative stories coming. This one, as usual, makes me want to buy the next one. She is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors. Leah is a lovable heroine...not perfect by any means. I thought she was a little too hard on her mother. Now you have to read it to see if you agree. Happy reading.
Great surprises, great characters. Susan Hunter just keeps these imaginative stories coming. This one, as usual, makes me want to buy the next one. She is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors. Leah is a lovable heroine...not perfect by any means. I thought she was a little too hard on her mother. Now you have to read it to see if you agree. Happy reading.
June 18, 2019
Complicated nail biter, and I loved it! This brings to a conclusion a long story arc that kind of runs through the previous two books in the Leah Nash series. And by the way, it feels like the books are getting better, or at least I've enjoyed books two and three more than the first. So I'm looking forward to the next one. Editing was excellent in this one, by the way; no typos to speak of. The author's prose is quite facile and enjoyable to read.
June 13, 2018
Exciting, Intriguing, Dangerous, Emotional - this book will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Like Leah Nash, our heroine, I am curious about cold cases, both those unsolved and those whose stories just don't add up to me.
After successfully writing a book about her own sister, Leah is coming off a book tour, back in her hometown, ready to settle into a new phase of life. An old friend shows up, makes a scene, and sets Leah off on a new investigation. One that most people are trying to keep her from reopening.
I was attracted to this book for its Midwestern setting and because it involves a writer. I have a soft spot for writers. I am also a fan of twisted mysteries, those in which various plots and motives entangle and take me onto unexpected pathways. I like to figure out the clues as the plot unfolds.
The writing is rewarding, mixing intelligent questions with some snarky comments and taking the reader on an emotional ride. The characters are well developed and also bring out an emotional response in the reader, and in other characters!
The author, via our heroine, reminds us that "finding the truth wasn't the same as finding the answers." Profound and oh so true!
When the truth is uncovered, it is going to shake up this struggling small town of fifteen thousand residents. And make the reader a fan of this series and author.
Like Leah Nash, our heroine, I am curious about cold cases, both those unsolved and those whose stories just don't add up to me.
After successfully writing a book about her own sister, Leah is coming off a book tour, back in her hometown, ready to settle into a new phase of life. An old friend shows up, makes a scene, and sets Leah off on a new investigation. One that most people are trying to keep her from reopening.
I was attracted to this book for its Midwestern setting and because it involves a writer. I have a soft spot for writers. I am also a fan of twisted mysteries, those in which various plots and motives entangle and take me onto unexpected pathways. I like to figure out the clues as the plot unfolds.
The writing is rewarding, mixing intelligent questions with some snarky comments and taking the reader on an emotional ride. The characters are well developed and also bring out an emotional response in the reader, and in other characters!
The author, via our heroine, reminds us that "finding the truth wasn't the same as finding the answers." Profound and oh so true!
When the truth is uncovered, it is going to shake up this struggling small town of fifteen thousand residents. And make the reader a fan of this series and author.
January 13, 2019
4.5 Stars rounded up to 5.0 Stars
DANGEROUS PLACES is actually book three in the Leah Nash mystery series, but it's the second book I read in the series because of a tiny teaser at the end of book two--I HAD to know the answer!
Don't think, however, that this book doesn't stand on its own. It does, and DANGEROUS PLACES takes you on a wild, emotional rollercoaster with a denouement you might or might not see coming. As with the other books in the series, Susan Hunter has penned a classic whodunit, and you can't help but weep for the cracked relationship between mother and daughter. Hope, however, is the saving grace, and the author makes it believable.
I won't say any more because...spoilers (I hate when someone else does that). But you won't be disappointed. This book (along with the other four in Susan Hunter's Leah Nash series) goes right on my keeper shelf alongside Agatha Christie, Rex Stout, and Dorothy L. Sayers.
DANGEROUS PLACES is actually book three in the Leah Nash mystery series, but it's the second book I read in the series because of a tiny teaser at the end of book two--I HAD to know the answer!
Don't think, however, that this book doesn't stand on its own. It does, and DANGEROUS PLACES takes you on a wild, emotional rollercoaster with a denouement you might or might not see coming. As with the other books in the series, Susan Hunter has penned a classic whodunit, and you can't help but weep for the cracked relationship between mother and daughter. Hope, however, is the saving grace, and the author makes it believable.
I won't say any more because...spoilers (I hate when someone else does that). But you won't be disappointed. This book (along with the other four in Susan Hunter's Leah Nash series) goes right on my keeper shelf alongside Agatha Christie, Rex Stout, and Dorothy L. Sayers.
March 12, 2017
Kindle Unlimited, just a bit too much going on that felt didn't really contribute much to the overall story/stories, and each were really really long, but it was okay overall. Actually had 1 and 2 from some freebie so got the 3 set just to read them all together.
Dangerous Habits (Leah Nash Mysteries Book 1)
Dangerous Mistakes (Leah Nash Mysteries Book 2)
Dangerous Places (Leah Nash Mysteries Book 3)
Leah Nash Complete Mysteries: Leah Nash Mystery Series (Leah Nash Mysteries)
Dangerous Habits (Leah Nash Mysteries Book 1)
Dangerous Mistakes (Leah Nash Mysteries Book 2)
Dangerous Places (Leah Nash Mysteries Book 3)
Leah Nash Complete Mysteries: Leah Nash Mystery Series (Leah Nash Mysteries)
November 7, 2018
Another good one
I could not figure out the ending, even to the very end. I like books where characters and settings continue throughout the series. I also like books where all the words are spelled right, all the punctuation is correct and the story is good.
I could not figure out the ending, even to the very end. I like books where characters and settings continue throughout the series. I also like books where all the words are spelled right, all the punctuation is correct and the story is good.
January 20, 2019
Danger Lurks
Leah is a headstrong young woman who leaps before she looks. Her ability to see connections where there doesn't seem to be any adds depth to the story. Even though she sees connections, there are lots of twists in this tale.
Leah is a headstrong young woman who leaps before she looks. Her ability to see connections where there doesn't seem to be any adds depth to the story. Even though she sees connections, there are lots of twists in this tale.
August 14, 2022
I don't have a lot to say with this one, it was better than the last.
But I didn't really like Leah near the end of this one she really becomes rude and bitchy.
Jealously doesn't look good on her.
Narration is growing on me.
But I didn't really like Leah near the end of this one she really becomes rude and bitchy.
Jealously doesn't look good on her.
Narration is growing on me.
December 12, 2016
Another winner!
Wow! Really great series.
Well written, keeps you guessing. I love the characters and
I am looking forever to fall of 2017!
Wow! Really great series.
Well written, keeps you guessing. I love the characters and
I am looking forever to fall of 2017!
August 15, 2017
Another Winner!
The humanity of the characters keeps you reading. I find the authors style so engaging! However I am not happy that I have to wait for the next Leah book. DRAT!
The humanity of the characters keeps you reading. I find the authors style so engaging! However I am not happy that I have to wait for the next Leah book. DRAT!
January 13, 2019
Another fantastic mystery in the series!
This series is great. Another can't put down with wonder characters and a plot that just won't quit. Loved the ending!
This series is great. Another can't put down with wonder characters and a plot that just won't quit. Loved the ending!
January 20, 2019
Dangerous Places review
Dangerous Places is the third fast paced action book in the Leah Nash mysteries series written by author Susan Hunter.
Dangerous Places is the third fast paced action book in the Leah Nash mysteries series written by author Susan Hunter.
January 29, 2019
Relentless!
Relentless is a perfect word to describe Leah Nash in her pursuit of the truth! A book hard to put down until you discover the real killer!
Relentless is a perfect word to describe Leah Nash in her pursuit of the truth! A book hard to put down until you discover the real killer!
March 3, 2019
Dangerous places
I admit I really like Leah. Her insane stubborn persistence keeps getting her in trouble and does not always endear her to those she questions.
I admit I really like Leah. Her insane stubborn persistence keeps getting her in trouble and does not always endear her to those she questions.
April 11, 2019
Better than the first two
Interesting story line with twists and turns, didn't figure it all out, but did some of it. Clues, have to remember the clues.
Interesting story line with twists and turns, didn't figure it all out, but did some of it. Clues, have to remember the clues.
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