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Jack Anderson #3
She Is Gone
Run, run as fast as you can...
On a summer’s day in 1998, a savage crime at an isolated Lakeland beauty spot leaves three dead. The case has gone unsolved ever since. The only witness is an amnesiac with a bullet lodged in her brain.
The bullet is a ticking time bomb that could kill Butterfly at any moment. Jack is afraid for her. But should he be afraid of her? She’s been suffering from violent mood swings. Sometimes she acts like a completely different person.
Butterfly is obsessed with the case. But how can she hope to succeed where the police have failed? The answer might be locked within the darkest recesses of her damaged mind. Or maybe the driver of the car that’s been following her holds the key to the mystery.
Either way, the truth may well cost Butterfly her new family, her sanity and her life.
On a summer’s day in 1998, a savage crime at an isolated Lakeland beauty spot leaves three dead. The case has gone unsolved ever since. The only witness is an amnesiac with a bullet lodged in her brain.
The bullet is a ticking time bomb that could kill Butterfly at any moment. Jack is afraid for her. But should he be afraid of her? She’s been suffering from violent mood swings. Sometimes she acts like a completely different person.
Butterfly is obsessed with the case. But how can she hope to succeed where the police have failed? The answer might be locked within the darkest recesses of her damaged mind. Or maybe the driver of the car that’s been following her holds the key to the mystery.
Either way, the truth may well cost Butterfly her new family, her sanity and her life.
- GenresThriller
260 pages, Paperback
First published June 19, 2019
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About the author
Ben Cheetham
42 books255 followersBen Cheetham is an award-winning writer and Pushcart Prize nominee. His writing spans the genres, from horror and sci-fi to literary fiction, but he has a passion for dark, gritty crime fiction. His short stories have been published in Swill Magazine, The Fiction Desk, Deadcore (Comet Press), The London Magazine, The Willisden Herald New Short Stories 3, The Grist Anthology of New Writing, Dream Catcher, Staple, Fast Forward: A Collection of Flash Fiction, Voice From The Planet (Harvard Square Editions), The Momaya Annual Review, Transmission, The Chaffey Review, and numerous other magazines.
Ben lives in Sheffield, UK, where - when he's not chasing around after his two-year old son - he spends most of his time locked away in his study racking his brain for the next paragraph, the next sentence, the next word.
Ben lives in Sheffield, UK, where - when he's not chasing around after his two-year old son - he spends most of his time locked away in his study racking his brain for the next paragraph, the next sentence, the next word.
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October 31, 2020
A detective with a heart.
Maybe it’s not a good advice to be emotional in the job, but this detective married the victim he rescued in Book 2. In Book 3, his wife found out her past through a series of adventure, two decades later.
The author, as I’ve mentioned before, is adept at recognizing griefs, it’s all over the pages. The emotions are always raw and whenever it is broken into, it delves into the darker side of the mind. I don’t know how he does it, only two ways are possible; one is to have experienced the heartbreak himself or two, a vivid imagination.
In Book 1, the detective dealt with his own demons, the regrets with his first wife, apparently suicide. Then the emotions are carried through to the sequels.
I like his writing. I’ll be reading more from this author.
Maybe it’s not a good advice to be emotional in the job, but this detective married the victim he rescued in Book 2. In Book 3, his wife found out her past through a series of adventure, two decades later.
The author, as I’ve mentioned before, is adept at recognizing griefs, it’s all over the pages. The emotions are always raw and whenever it is broken into, it delves into the darker side of the mind. I don’t know how he does it, only two ways are possible; one is to have experienced the heartbreak himself or two, a vivid imagination.
In Book 1, the detective dealt with his own demons, the regrets with his first wife, apparently suicide. Then the emotions are carried through to the sequels.
I like his writing. I’ll be reading more from this author.
February 23, 2020
Run of the mill story!
This was a disappointing read for me. It started out well but then drifted into the mundane. The main characters were like something out of central casting. The lead female character having the name of Butterfly - I ask you. The main theme of the plot, revenge for the murder and rape of her parents and sister was good but, all the in between stuff about her forgotten criminal past just deflected from the plot. Her husband and his friend, both detective inspectors, were unreal and totally unbelievable. Her former, and forgotten lover, likewise. I know this story received some high scores but, for me, it just didn't do it.
This was a disappointing read for me. It started out well but then drifted into the mundane. The main characters were like something out of central casting. The lead female character having the name of Butterfly - I ask you. The main theme of the plot, revenge for the murder and rape of her parents and sister was good but, all the in between stuff about her forgotten criminal past just deflected from the plot. Her husband and his friend, both detective inspectors, were unreal and totally unbelievable. Her former, and forgotten lover, likewise. I know this story received some high scores but, for me, it just didn't do it.
September 4, 2022
Butterfly is really under pressure, not knowing who killed her family, and her own past as adult coming to haunt you. While I enjoyed the book, I do really wonder how realistic it in fact is, because the ending does not sound like it is very likely to happen.
But if you are just enjoying for a thriller to read in your free time, with good plot, I think this one is up to it.
But if you are just enjoying for a thriller to read in your free time, with good plot, I think this one is up to it.
March 9, 2020
Great read
I read all three books in the series and they were all great! The first book had me hooked. I like when a book can take you into a story that has you rooting for some of the characters. Even if it doesn't end the way you expected. Sometimes those are the best books .
I read all three books in the series and they were all great! The first book had me hooked. I like when a book can take you into a story that has you rooting for some of the characters. Even if it doesn't end the way you expected. Sometimes those are the best books .
December 22, 2021
Wow this is one of those books you want to finish , to see what happens , but dread finishing it because it's so good . 1st one I've read by Ben cheetham . Definitely won't be the last . Loved every minute . A must read book .
January 12, 2022
Just finished the third book in jack anderson series. I don’t know how i found this author but now that I have, i will read the rest of his other books. Loved the series, especially since it kept me wondering until the end. Soo good. Highly recommend.
October 24, 2023
A page turner...
Each page left you wanting more. Great characters. Great settings. Excellent plot. Overall, I really enjoyed this suspenseful story of love, mystery, and thrilling anticipation of what will happen next.
Each page left you wanting more. Great characters. Great settings. Excellent plot. Overall, I really enjoyed this suspenseful story of love, mystery, and thrilling anticipation of what will happen next.
September 18, 2024
gripping story
This book was a great read, the twists and turns really kept me interested. I actually didn’t see one of the last twists coming, but that’s what made the book such a page turner.
This book was a great read, the twists and turns really kept me interested. I actually didn’t see one of the last twists coming, but that’s what made the book such a page turner.
April 3, 2020
Disappointed
Didn't find this book as riveting as he's others . Won't put me off reading more books from this author though
Didn't find this book as riveting as he's others . Won't put me off reading more books from this author though
April 5, 2020
Great book!!
April 27, 2020
It was ok
I was confused as to who Naomi’s father was. I should have started at the beginning of the series rather than the middle. I may try those later.
I was confused as to who Naomi’s father was. I should have started at the beginning of the series rather than the middle. I may try those later.
May 28, 2020
I enjoyed all three books in the series. Fun to watch the characters develop.
June 7, 2020
Great read!
Loved this book, had suspense, murder, throw in romance and an ending that leaves you in disbelieve. One you can't put down. Amazing!
Loved this book, had suspense, murder, throw in romance and an ending that leaves you in disbelieve. One you can't put down. Amazing!
January 20, 2022
She is gone
This is the second book the other one being Who is she. I feel you have to read both to get the full story but both gripping thrillers
This is the second book the other one being Who is she. I feel you have to read both to get the full story but both gripping thrillers
May 16, 2022
Really probably 3.5-3.75 . The story line is definitely captivating but the authors writing wasn’t my favorite .
May 5, 2023
She is gone by Ben Cheetham
Started off quite well, not much more to say. For a thriller it got tedious and drawn out. To dragged out.
Started off quite well, not much more to say. For a thriller it got tedious and drawn out. To dragged out.
April 24, 2025
I thought I'd try this as it had good reviews but found it pretty poor, to be honest. it started well, but just went off on a very weird tangent.
January 16, 2020
Must read....
The Jack Anderson series is a must read collection!
I have read all three books back to back and while they are not the normal gore filled books I normally read/enjoy I’m so glad I discovered them!
All three books on the series have kept me wanting more, the characters are all believable and the story is well written!
Would love to see another book added to the series one day
The Jack Anderson series is a must read collection!
I have read all three books back to back and while they are not the normal gore filled books I normally read/enjoy I’m so glad I discovered them!
All three books on the series have kept me wanting more, the characters are all believable and the story is well written!
Would love to see another book added to the series one day
July 3, 2019
Unputdownable!
He's only gone and done it again....I read this in less than a day, I just couldn't put it down. Totally gripped throughout. Yet again, extremely well written with a brilliant plot. I absolutely love the character Jack Anderson. Hopefully there'll be another one to look forward to. They just keep on getting better and better.
I've read all of the 'Jack Anderson' series and I'm working my way through Ben's other books. They're just equally brilliant. Ben has definitely become one of my favourite authors. He has such a knack of captivating me as I always struggle to put them down. I would highly recommend reading.
He's only gone and done it again....I read this in less than a day, I just couldn't put it down. Totally gripped throughout. Yet again, extremely well written with a brilliant plot. I absolutely love the character Jack Anderson. Hopefully there'll be another one to look forward to. They just keep on getting better and better.
I've read all of the 'Jack Anderson' series and I'm working my way through Ben's other books. They're just equally brilliant. Ben has definitely become one of my favourite authors. He has such a knack of captivating me as I always struggle to put them down. I would highly recommend reading.
July 8, 2019
Didn't like it
I read Lost Angel by this author and was so captivated my that book that I immediately downloaded this one. Very disappointed. So many details in the story not addressed or simply did not make sense. Was bored with it and struggled to finish it. I am not going to give up on B. C. Yet .
I read Lost Angel by this author and was so captivated my that book that I immediately downloaded this one. Very disappointed. So many details in the story not addressed or simply did not make sense. Was bored with it and struggled to finish it. I am not going to give up on B. C. Yet .
July 4, 2019
Good
I liked the book.It kept my interest,it took me a bit to get into the story,but may have been more me Not necessary to remember read the other jack Anderson books,but it might be helpful
I liked the book.It kept my interest,it took me a bit to get into the story,but may have been more me Not necessary to remember read the other jack Anderson books,but it might be helpful
July 13, 2019
Jack Anderson back again - YAY! Now I can see why BC didn't elaborate Butterfly's story in "Who is She?" Did NOT see the ending coming but I'd like to know more about Io and how that relationship came about.
As per usual (getting to the stage I take this for granted) dreadful editing.
As per usual (getting to the stage I take this for granted) dreadful editing.
July 15, 2019
Wow
I thoroughly enjoyed this book which is the third in the series and I certainly didn't see the end result coming. Ben Sheehan is a brilliant writer and I've never been disappointed with any of his books and this one is no different. Thoroughly recommend it.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book which is the third in the series and I certainly didn't see the end result coming. Ben Sheehan is a brilliant writer and I've never been disappointed with any of his books and this one is no different. Thoroughly recommend it.
July 17, 2019
Wow. Your books jus keep getting better.
I just loved this book. Being a bookaholic I try to keep the ratings real. This book is amazing, and by the way Ben your picture reminded me of Benedict Cumberbatch. Just, please, keep on writing..... Pat Banks
I just loved this book. Being a bookaholic I try to keep the ratings real. This book is amazing, and by the way Ben your picture reminded me of Benedict Cumberbatch. Just, please, keep on writing..... Pat Banks
October 3, 2019
She Is Gone
This book will grab you from the beginning,alltho in the beginning I got confused for awhile.It was a great who did it story I couldn't figure out who the killerwas until the very end.
This book will grab you from the beginning,alltho in the beginning I got confused for awhile.It was a great who did it story I couldn't figure out who the killerwas until the very end.
December 2, 2019
Gripping
Fantastic read! Enjoyed the twist and turns. I haven't read the previous book so I was at first a little lost but quickly picked up the story line. Thank you for an excellent book.
Fantastic read! Enjoyed the twist and turns. I haven't read the previous book so I was at first a little lost but quickly picked up the story line. Thank you for an excellent book.
July 7, 2019
Ben Cheetham is a damn good author, he’s got me into detective novels and they’re good! Try him guys.
July 25, 2019
So-so
It was an interesting story that gave the reader a real puzzle to solve. Some intense scenes plus a final result I wasn't expecting.
It was an interesting story that gave the reader a real puzzle to solve. Some intense scenes plus a final result I wasn't expecting.
August 2, 2019
Intriguing book
For me this story started out rather ordinary. But as I continued to read i was drawn into Butterfly's world of rage and doubt of her past.
For me this story started out rather ordinary. But as I continued to read i was drawn into Butterfly's world of rage and doubt of her past.
August 13, 2019
Good
Yeah I liked this book. Very entertaining. I thought it should have been better, especially with the author Ben Cheetham, All in all a good read. Thanks Ben📕👍
Yeah I liked this book. Very entertaining. I thought it should have been better, especially with the author Ben Cheetham, All in all a good read. Thanks Ben📕👍
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