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Harry Bronson #5
When Memory Fails
When Sandra Sechrest discovers the terrible secret about her family’s ancestors, she’s determined to right the wrongs. She seeks Bronson, a retired cop’s help. They along with Bronson’s nephew travel to a ghost town in Colorado to unearth the secrets buried there.
But Sandra’s family led by the evil Bobbi Lazzarone will do anything to guarantee that Sandra fails—anything, including murder.
Suddenly Sandra, Daniel, and Bronson are thrown into a world filled with deception and danger. Bronson swears to protect the young couple at all costs, but when the house he’s at explodes, Bronson is left for dead, and Daniel and Sandra are forced to fend for themselves.
When Bronson regains consciousness, he can’t remember who he is, where he’s at, and why he’s there. Will he regain his memory in time to save Daniel and Sandra? Or has he finally met his match When Memory Fails?
But Sandra’s family led by the evil Bobbi Lazzarone will do anything to guarantee that Sandra fails—anything, including murder.
Suddenly Sandra, Daniel, and Bronson are thrown into a world filled with deception and danger. Bronson swears to protect the young couple at all costs, but when the house he’s at explodes, Bronson is left for dead, and Daniel and Sandra are forced to fend for themselves.
When Bronson regains consciousness, he can’t remember who he is, where he’s at, and why he’s there. Will he regain his memory in time to save Daniel and Sandra? Or has he finally met his match When Memory Fails?
- GenresMystery
240 pages, Paperback
Published March 13, 2019
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About the author
L.C. Hayden
29 books56 followersAward-winning and bestselling author L. C. Hayden is the creator of the popular Harry Bronson Thriller series, the Aimee Brent Mystery series, and several standalones. Hayden is known in the mystery field for her edge-of-the-seat suspense and her surprise endings. Her mysteries have hit the Kindle, the B&N, and the Pennsylvania Top Seller Lists. The books have been finalists for the Agatha Award, the LCC Awards, the Silver Falchion Awards, the Readers’ Choice Award, and others.
Her nonfiction angel/miracle series consists of spiritually uplifting books that leave the reader wanting more. They are international best sellers.
Hayden’s other works include children’s picture books, a paranormal mystery, a guide for aspiring authors, a young adult inspirational novelette, and others.
Besides being an accomplished author, Hayden is a popular speaker who is often in demand. She has done workshops and school presentations, has spoken to clubs and organizations, and was hired by several major cruise lines to speak while cruising all over the world. From October 2006 to October 2007, Hayden hosted Mystery Writers of America’s only talk show, Murder Must Air.
Check out Hayden’s books at tinyurl.com/LCHaydenbooks and befriend her on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...
Her nonfiction angel/miracle series consists of spiritually uplifting books that leave the reader wanting more. They are international best sellers.
Hayden’s other works include children’s picture books, a paranormal mystery, a guide for aspiring authors, a young adult inspirational novelette, and others.
Besides being an accomplished author, Hayden is a popular speaker who is often in demand. She has done workshops and school presentations, has spoken to clubs and organizations, and was hired by several major cruise lines to speak while cruising all over the world. From October 2006 to October 2007, Hayden hosted Mystery Writers of America’s only talk show, Murder Must Air.
Check out Hayden’s books at tinyurl.com/LCHaydenbooks and befriend her on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...
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March 22, 2019
When Memory Fails is the latest release in the Harry Bronson series. This book takes the reader on the road to a ghost town in search of a ledger containing information that could destroy a family's wealth and power. One group of people are hoping to find the ledger to right the wrongs of their family history, while another group hopes to locate and destroy it along with anyone who stands in their way.
Bronson suffers an injury that causes major issues for him, rendering him unable to use his training and experience to help him. I don't want to give away anything more. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and highly recommend it.
Bronson suffers an injury that causes major issues for him, rendering him unable to use his training and experience to help him. I don't want to give away anything more. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and highly recommend it.
March 15, 2019
Fans of Harry Bronson will be delighted with his newest adventure in When Memory Fails. The action is non-stop as Bronson accompanies his nephew and girlfriend to a Colorado ghost town in search of a lost ledger. When the family patriarch passed away in the early 1900s, he left behind a mysterious ledger containing lists of people the family wronged. He wants his granddaughter to set things right by paying people back. Then she, and the ledger, disappear. Fast-forward to modern day, and Bronson’s nephew comes to him for help when his girlfriend gets caught up in a deadly family dispute. But how can Bronson help when a blow to the head robs him of his memory? This installment in the series is a real edge-of-the-seat ride!
April 15, 2019
This was the first book By L.C. Hayden that I have read. While When Memory Fails is the 5th book in the Harry Bronson series, it can be read as a stand-alone story.
When Memory Fails is a fast-paced adventure tracing Bronson, his nephew, and his nephew’s girlfriend’s as they race to uncover family secrets before they fall in the wrong hands. This is a wonderfully written book with twists and turns to keep the reader intrigued throughout the story.
When Memory Fails is a fast-paced adventure tracing Bronson, his nephew, and his nephew’s girlfriend’s as they race to uncover family secrets before they fall in the wrong hands. This is a wonderfully written book with twists and turns to keep the reader intrigued throughout the story.
March 14, 2019
I read this book as a Beta reader and I loved it. It was the first book I read from L.C. Hayden.
The only issues I have is that we didn't find out more about Victoria and what happened to her and the fact that the ending left some things open.
The only issues I have is that we didn't find out more about Victoria and what happened to her and the fact that the ending left some things open.
March 14, 2019
I’d never read anything by this author before but this book sounded interesting so I decided to give it a try. I like the characters and the story really moved. It was hard to put down.
December 6, 2019
LC Hayden – Harry Bronson Mystery – When Memory Fails – Reviewed 12/5/19
A bang on the head … can't remember… what was I doing??? Flashes of thoughts, are they real???
While Sandra Sechrest is home from college she promises to clean the attic. Finding a mess, she decides that she will start with one of the smaller piles. When she moves a wedding dress she finds some old letters. While reading them her world falls apart. Nothing is as it seemed and this terrible secret must be righted.
Her boyfriend Daniel has an uncle that is a retired cop, and they seek him out for help to figure out what must be done to right this awful mess. Bronson suggests that they start the search by consulting with the head of the family, Bobbi Lazzarone. The three then journey to Sechrest Falls, a ghost town in Colorado, where the family came from. Unknown to the three, Bobbi is not about to let them destroy her empire. At all costs including murder, she will keep this secret from the light of day.
After meeting with a man the family calls the “Hermit” and his Basenji dog “Honey” they start their search. Things accelerate with danger all around them. Bronson knows that they are in trouble and he knows that he has to protect the kids. When the Hermit’s house blows up and the kids think Bronson is dead, they now have to take care of themselves. When Bronson comes too, he doesn’t know who he is or what has happened. When memory fails, will it come back in time to help the kids or is it all lost???
What did I like? This started out a little slow but I think that is the way that the author intended. She slowly builds the action until you just can’t put the book down due to it being so intense with the action exploding on almost every page. Several times I thought I had it figured out and BLAM it changed. This family was like the little Moffia of the time.
What will you like? Be prepared for this book to just start popping. The characters are excellent and fit the storyline to a tee! The descriptions are exceptional and they take you right into the story. You can feel the eerieness of the ghost town all around you. The crumbling buildings, dust, and dirt, with death and dying in the wind so heavy it will make you sneeze. The emotional fight from the blackness to the light of day with his memories make your heartbreak. Even though this was an intense book it is filled with a little humor that makes everything come together in one exceptional read.
Release Date: 3/12/19 * Print Length: 240 pages * File size: 3490 KB
A bang on the head … can't remember… what was I doing??? Flashes of thoughts, are they real???
While Sandra Sechrest is home from college she promises to clean the attic. Finding a mess, she decides that she will start with one of the smaller piles. When she moves a wedding dress she finds some old letters. While reading them her world falls apart. Nothing is as it seemed and this terrible secret must be righted.
Her boyfriend Daniel has an uncle that is a retired cop, and they seek him out for help to figure out what must be done to right this awful mess. Bronson suggests that they start the search by consulting with the head of the family, Bobbi Lazzarone. The three then journey to Sechrest Falls, a ghost town in Colorado, where the family came from. Unknown to the three, Bobbi is not about to let them destroy her empire. At all costs including murder, she will keep this secret from the light of day.
After meeting with a man the family calls the “Hermit” and his Basenji dog “Honey” they start their search. Things accelerate with danger all around them. Bronson knows that they are in trouble and he knows that he has to protect the kids. When the Hermit’s house blows up and the kids think Bronson is dead, they now have to take care of themselves. When Bronson comes too, he doesn’t know who he is or what has happened. When memory fails, will it come back in time to help the kids or is it all lost???
What did I like? This started out a little slow but I think that is the way that the author intended. She slowly builds the action until you just can’t put the book down due to it being so intense with the action exploding on almost every page. Several times I thought I had it figured out and BLAM it changed. This family was like the little Moffia of the time.
What will you like? Be prepared for this book to just start popping. The characters are excellent and fit the storyline to a tee! The descriptions are exceptional and they take you right into the story. You can feel the eerieness of the ghost town all around you. The crumbling buildings, dust, and dirt, with death and dying in the wind so heavy it will make you sneeze. The emotional fight from the blackness to the light of day with his memories make your heartbreak. Even though this was an intense book it is filled with a little humor that makes everything come together in one exceptional read.
Release Date: 3/12/19 * Print Length: 240 pages * File size: 3490 KB
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