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The Georgia Davis PI Series: Boxed Set of Four
FOUR of the SIX Georgia Davis Crime Thrillers TOGETHER PI Georgia Davis burst on the scene in Libby Fischer Hellmann's suspense thriller EASY INNOCENCE. That was followed by DOUBLEBACK, a cross-country thriller that reunited Georgia with Ellie Foreman. TOXICITY, the prequel to the thriller series written when Georgia was still a cop followed. And NOBODY'S CHILD in which Georgia discovers a half-sister in big trouble, has now joined the others.EASY Winner, Best PI Novel, Readers Choice Award Freshly-minted PI Georgia Davis investigates the murder of a high school girl and finds out how far teen girls will go for approval from their peers.DOUBLEBACK "Great Lakes Great Read" Autumn Pick, 2009 Great Lakes Bookseller Association. PI Georgia Davis and Ellie Foreman team up after the kidnapping of a young girl triggers a series of more deadly Ten years before Easy Innocence, three bodies turn up in quick succession—all of them dumped in waste disposal dumpsters or landfills. Officer Georgia Davis, her boyfriend detective, and his partner team up and find much more than they bargained for.NOBODY'S "The Georgia Davis series may just be one of the best crime thriller series being written today." Seattle Post-Intelligencer in NOBODY'S CHILD, Georgia discovers a half-sister who's in big trouble. But rescuing the girl will bring Georgia back to confront an old enemy. Nominated for 5 awards.
1455 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 15, 2011
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About the author
Libby Fischer Hellmann
79 books970 followersLibby Fischer Hellmann left a career in broadcast news in Washington, DC and moved to Chicago a long time ago, where she, naturally, began to write gritty crime fiction. She soon began writing historical fiction as well. Eighteen novels and twenty-five short stories later, she claims they’ll take her out of the Windy City feet first. She has been nominated for many awards in the mystery writing community and has even won a few. Her newest work is MAX'S WAR, her 6th historical saga. MAX, set before and during WW2, It will be released in April, 2024.
Libby began her career as an assistant film editor for NBC News in New York before moving back to DC to work with Robin McNeil and Jim Lehrer at N-PACT, the public affairs production arm of PBS. Retrained as an assistant director when Watergate broke, Libby helped produce PBS’s night-time broadcast of the hearings. She went on to work for public relations firm Burson-Marsteller in Chicago in 1978, where she stayed until she left to found Fischer Hellmann Communications in 1985.
Originally from Washington, D.C.—where, she says, “When you’re sitting around the dinner table gossiping about the neighbors, you’re talking politics”—Libby earned a Masters Degree in Film Production from New York University and a BA in History from the University of Pennsylvania. In addition to writing, Libby writes and produces videos, and conducts speaker training programs in platform speaking, presentation skills, media training and crisis communications.
Libby’s best-selling novels have won widespread acclaim since her first novel, AN EYE FOR MURDER, which was nominated for several awards and described by Publisher’s Weekly as “a masterful blend of politics, history, and suspense”.
Libby is known for her portrayal of strong female characters. EYE introduced Ellie Foreman, a video producer and single mother who went on to star in five more novels in a series described by Libby as “a cross between Desperate Housewives and 24.”
Libby’s second series, also six novels now, follows Chicago PI Georgia Davis, a no-nonsense hard-boiled detective operating in the Northern suburbs and beyond.
In addition to her popular series, Libby has also written five standalone thrillers in diverse settings and historical periods that demonstrate her versatility as a writer. Readers will meet young activists during the late Sixties, a young American woman who marries and moves to Tehran, three women forced to make dire choices during WW2, and a female Mafia boss who chases power at the expense of love. And in A BEND IN THE RIVER, she takes a break from her thrillers to write an award-winning novel of two Vietnamese sisters trying to survive the Vietnam war. MAX is the upcoming 6th addition to the loosely-linked series she calls her "Revolution Sagas."
Libby began her career as an assistant film editor for NBC News in New York before moving back to DC to work with Robin McNeil and Jim Lehrer at N-PACT, the public affairs production arm of PBS. Retrained as an assistant director when Watergate broke, Libby helped produce PBS’s night-time broadcast of the hearings. She went on to work for public relations firm Burson-Marsteller in Chicago in 1978, where she stayed until she left to found Fischer Hellmann Communications in 1985.
Originally from Washington, D.C.—where, she says, “When you’re sitting around the dinner table gossiping about the neighbors, you’re talking politics”—Libby earned a Masters Degree in Film Production from New York University and a BA in History from the University of Pennsylvania. In addition to writing, Libby writes and produces videos, and conducts speaker training programs in platform speaking, presentation skills, media training and crisis communications.
Libby’s best-selling novels have won widespread acclaim since her first novel, AN EYE FOR MURDER, which was nominated for several awards and described by Publisher’s Weekly as “a masterful blend of politics, history, and suspense”.
Libby is known for her portrayal of strong female characters. EYE introduced Ellie Foreman, a video producer and single mother who went on to star in five more novels in a series described by Libby as “a cross between Desperate Housewives and 24.”
Libby’s second series, also six novels now, follows Chicago PI Georgia Davis, a no-nonsense hard-boiled detective operating in the Northern suburbs and beyond.
In addition to her popular series, Libby has also written five standalone thrillers in diverse settings and historical periods that demonstrate her versatility as a writer. Readers will meet young activists during the late Sixties, a young American woman who marries and moves to Tehran, three women forced to make dire choices during WW2, and a female Mafia boss who chases power at the expense of love. And in A BEND IN THE RIVER, she takes a break from her thrillers to write an award-winning novel of two Vietnamese sisters trying to survive the Vietnam war. MAX is the upcoming 6th addition to the loosely-linked series she calls her "Revolution Sagas."
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April 15, 2023
I did not find any connection to the main character or the author's writing style. The story itself was interesting but presented in such an awkward and tedious manner, that I found myself trailing off after a few pages. Nothing in the story compelled me to read just one more page. After feeling relief with each chapter being over, I called it quits.
November 23, 2020
Gritty, Intense Stories
As I read these stories I was thinking that, while they involved more violence than I have known, the lives lived are not unlike mine and other people I know. Not fully realizing the parental love we hoped for. Not understanding the setbacks that occurred at a young age. Not knowing ourselves as well as we'd like. While these books are fiction we have all "been there" a time or two ourselves. Great writing, riveting scenarios, masterful character development-all of this makes for great reading.
As I read these stories I was thinking that, while they involved more violence than I have known, the lives lived are not unlike mine and other people I know. Not fully realizing the parental love we hoped for. Not understanding the setbacks that occurred at a young age. Not knowing ourselves as well as we'd like. While these books are fiction we have all "been there" a time or two ourselves. Great writing, riveting scenarios, masterful character development-all of this makes for great reading.
January 29, 2023
Such a disappointment
I had heard about this author for years but this was my first time trying one of her books. Unfortunately, it will be my last. As I was reading, I began wondering if there was an earlier book in this series but booksinorder.com said no. There were characters with no background and previous actions with no explanation. Yet there was SO much background on the many plots she was trying to weave together that I was bogged down at every turn. Too bad because this was Book 1 of a free set of four Gloria Davis novels and the other three will remain unread.
I had heard about this author for years but this was my first time trying one of her books. Unfortunately, it will be my last. As I was reading, I began wondering if there was an earlier book in this series but booksinorder.com said no. There were characters with no background and previous actions with no explanation. Yet there was SO much background on the many plots she was trying to weave together that I was bogged down at every turn. Too bad because this was Book 1 of a free set of four Gloria Davis novels and the other three will remain unread.
February 25, 2020
Discovered a great new (to me) author
Got this 4 book set from a bargain offer on Kindle. Wow, am I glad I did! The writing is taut and the plots are interesting. Mostly I just really like the character Georgia Davis. I have already purchase the 5th book in the series and will be reading it next. Also will probably go back and try the Ellie Foreman series after that. If you like gritty female detectives, you will like these books.
Got this 4 book set from a bargain offer on Kindle. Wow, am I glad I did! The writing is taut and the plots are interesting. Mostly I just really like the character Georgia Davis. I have already purchase the 5th book in the series and will be reading it next. Also will probably go back and try the Ellie Foreman series after that. If you like gritty female detectives, you will like these books.
December 15, 2022
Disturbing scenarios
Despite the disturbing scenarios, portrayed in all four of the books, this was an extremely stimulating journey through the life and times, which were, Georgia Davis. Action abounds throughout these adventures and the reader is continually kept on the edge of their seat. Very hard to put down and harder still not to grab on to the next book once one is completed. Highly recommended reading.
Despite the disturbing scenarios, portrayed in all four of the books, this was an extremely stimulating journey through the life and times, which were, Georgia Davis. Action abounds throughout these adventures and the reader is continually kept on the edge of their seat. Very hard to put down and harder still not to grab on to the next book once one is completed. Highly recommended reading.
March 28, 2023
Love the Illinois setting!
I live in Illinois and I believe this is the first book I have read that takes place in Illinois. I like recognizing the streets and suburbs of Chicago that I am aware of and the travels to central Illinois to cities I frequent. That along with this being an amazing series makes it No. 1 recommended read for me! Definitely a series you will be glad you read!!!
I live in Illinois and I believe this is the first book I have read that takes place in Illinois. I like recognizing the streets and suburbs of Chicago that I am aware of and the travels to central Illinois to cities I frequent. That along with this being an amazing series makes it No. 1 recommended read for me! Definitely a series you will be glad you read!!!
March 3, 2020
Complex and Exciting!!
The main character is brilliant and broken. I like Georgia Davis a lot. Her flaws make her human and helpful to those in trouble. They also interfere in successful relationships. The complexity of the criminals and their organizations kept me guessing and turning pages. This is a great series!
The main character is brilliant and broken. I like Georgia Davis a lot. Her flaws make her human and helpful to those in trouble. They also interfere in successful relationships. The complexity of the criminals and their organizations kept me guessing and turning pages. This is a great series!
April 4, 2022
The last book in a set of four! "Nobody's Child"
Georgia receives a note from a sister she didn't know she had, who now is in trouble and needs her help! Trying to find her leads her into sex trafficking, babies and organs being sold illegally, the Russian Mafiosi! What a story! Also we are involved in Georgia's love life for those of you who are interested!
Georgia receives a note from a sister she didn't know she had, who now is in trouble and needs her help! Trying to find her leads her into sex trafficking, babies and organs being sold illegally, the Russian Mafiosi! What a story! Also we are involved in Georgia's love life for those of you who are interested!
July 9, 2024
Highly enjoyable
This series is not particularly well written but that doesn’t take away anything from the underlying story of a female ex police officer’s life in the very male world of law enforcement. The stories link well together and there’s lots of action alongside her struggles. Definitely worth a read while lying on the beach or sitting in a long plane ride.
This series is not particularly well written but that doesn’t take away anything from the underlying story of a female ex police officer’s life in the very male world of law enforcement. The stories link well together and there’s lots of action alongside her struggles. Definitely worth a read while lying on the beach or sitting in a long plane ride.
February 6, 2020
PI Georgia Davis has you on a suspenseful journey from book one to book four! Each book starts with a bang and the all to human Georgia Davis will have you turning pages with her edgy attitude. Highly recommend
February 16, 2020
Awesome
I love Georgia!!! I books are like SUV or any other suspense drama on TV. I am lucky that I just to see the words, I can see the story in my head. The story lines and characters are written well. The mystery and suspense will keep you reading.
I love Georgia!!! I books are like SUV or any other suspense drama on TV. I am lucky that I just to see the words, I can see the story in my head. The story lines and characters are written well. The mystery and suspense will keep you reading.
March 9, 2020
A very interesting set of stories about A female cop who leaves the force and become A a PI
A 4 story booklet about a female cop who leaves the force , becomes a PI and gets involved in several situations that are intriguing
A 4 story booklet about a female cop who leaves the force , becomes a PI and gets involved in several situations that are intriguing
April 22, 2020
Riveting and Complicated Plot
I purchased the Georgia Davis box set and am enthralled with the settings, stories, and characters. As weird as it sounds this was a good one to get “sheltered in place” with so I could do some marathon reading.
I purchased the Georgia Davis box set and am enthralled with the settings, stories, and characters. As weird as it sounds this was a good one to get “sheltered in place” with so I could do some marathon reading.
May 11, 2020
Awesome!
I always get a little Leary when trying a new author. New to me that is. I happily read every word of this boxed set. I am excited for the next one.
It's nice to find books with fresh ideas and Libby knows how to write them. Thank you for a great week.
I always get a little Leary when trying a new author. New to me that is. I happily read every word of this boxed set. I am excited for the next one.
It's nice to find books with fresh ideas and Libby knows how to write them. Thank you for a great week.
September 6, 2023
Fabulous
I am an avid reader! Couldn’t put this series til I finished it! I would recommend this author to anyone who loves mystery books,especially to my sister who I taught the love of books when I was 7 years old and she was three years old!
I am an avid reader! Couldn’t put this series til I finished it! I would recommend this author to anyone who loves mystery books,especially to my sister who I taught the love of books when I was 7 years old and she was three years old!
November 7, 2023
Gritty And Tense
Usually I find myself at o with the protagonist, but this woman is really amazing and her bak story is compelling. The actual plots are well spun and well written. The combination is a great read!
Usually I find myself at o with the protagonist, but this woman is really amazing and her bak story is compelling. The actual plots are well spun and well written. The combination is a great read!
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May 8, 2020
Knowledge from TV
The author learned about semi-auto pistols from grade B TV shows. While this is not a romance novel, the heroine’s actions often read that way.
The author learned about semi-auto pistols from grade B TV shows. While this is not a romance novel, the heroine’s actions often read that way.
December 7, 2022
Please see individual stories for review.
December 15, 2022
Georgia Davis has the most interesting cases. I thought it was cheating spouses and insurance scams. She or her friends arrive in the nick of time to save the day.
January 2, 2023
awful
Did not appreciate the foul language and blasphemy used liberally throughout the few pages I did read.
I do not recommend.
Did not appreciate the foul language and blasphemy used liberally throughout the few pages I did read.
I do not recommend.
August 31, 2023
Forgettable
January 25, 2025
Good book i enjoyed reading these books
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 31, 2023
Amazing Plots
Georgia Davis is an amazing PI who is intuitive and gutsy. She gets drawn into situations that always are multi layered and leaves the reader breathless.
Georgia Davis is an amazing PI who is intuitive and gutsy. She gets drawn into situations that always are multi layered and leaves the reader breathless.
February 11, 2023
Great read
Great, everyone should read this set of books. I sure enjoyed reading this set. I am not a word master
Great, everyone should read this set of books. I sure enjoyed reading this set. I am not a word master
February 8, 2020
The Georgia Davis PI Series: Boxed Set of 4 by Libby Fischer Hellmann is a collection of conundrums to challenge your sleuthing skills as you follow the PI through four fascinating volumes. Must read, 5-star thrillers.
April 26, 2016
Georgia Davis Series
I was first introduced to her when reading about Ellie Foreman in another series of Helman's. I like how writers will include information from one series in another. You already have some insight to the character.
Book 1: Toxicity introduces Georgia and Matt; book was more about Matt; they are both in the police force but have to live together secretly; Matt during the story falls for the rich woman ricky feldman who is also Jewish which makes matt go for her; georgia was never really accepted by his family; their relationship seems to be in limbo. Plot is intricate and keeps you interested.
Book 2: Easy Innocence takes off where 1 left off; Georgia is now a PI. She gets a case and where she should only be finding a way to get her client cleared she thinks like a cop and still wants to find the killer. At first I wasn't sure what I thought of Georgia's new life as a PI but then I saw how she expertly cracked the case. Good plot that will leave you guessing. I like Georgia's character. She is strong and won't put up with bureaucracy. She does what's right. She also doesn't give in to what other people want. She is true to herself.
Book 3: Doubleback takes off where 2 left off; Georgia is continuing her work as PI. Her old friend Ellie Foreman is in this story. I like Georgia's character. She is strong and determined to fix things. I would have liked to see more romance with her character. The story has a good plot and keeps you entertained. Looking forward to seeing her character develop even more.
I was first introduced to her when reading about Ellie Foreman in another series of Helman's. I like how writers will include information from one series in another. You already have some insight to the character.
Book 1: Toxicity introduces Georgia and Matt; book was more about Matt; they are both in the police force but have to live together secretly; Matt during the story falls for the rich woman ricky feldman who is also Jewish which makes matt go for her; georgia was never really accepted by his family; their relationship seems to be in limbo. Plot is intricate and keeps you interested.
Book 2: Easy Innocence takes off where 1 left off; Georgia is now a PI. She gets a case and where she should only be finding a way to get her client cleared she thinks like a cop and still wants to find the killer. At first I wasn't sure what I thought of Georgia's new life as a PI but then I saw how she expertly cracked the case. Good plot that will leave you guessing. I like Georgia's character. She is strong and won't put up with bureaucracy. She does what's right. She also doesn't give in to what other people want. She is true to herself.
Book 3: Doubleback takes off where 2 left off; Georgia is continuing her work as PI. Her old friend Ellie Foreman is in this story. I like Georgia's character. She is strong and determined to fix things. I would have liked to see more romance with her character. The story has a good plot and keeps you entertained. Looking forward to seeing her character develop even more.
August 27, 2015
Great action packed mystery series
This series is a true page turner. I'm so glad I discovered Ms. Hellmanns books. The writing contains enough action and mystery that it seems the pages fly by.
This series is a true page turner. I'm so glad I discovered Ms. Hellmanns books. The writing contains enough action and mystery that it seems the pages fly by.
March 20, 2016
Murders, Attempted Murders, and Mystery
Georgia Davis is getting her PI business going after she walked away from the police department. The police seem to be only moderately motivated to solve the mayhem.
Georgia Davis is getting her PI business going after she walked away from the police department. The police seem to be only moderately motivated to solve the mayhem.
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