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PREY: Emergence
“Gage. Like baggage without the bag. I’m a whole lot of mess.”~*~*~*~*~*~Bridget “Gage” Grayson has been fighting her whole life. Fighting the demons in her mind. Fighting to find her place in the world. Fighting to find a pseudo-family after being orphaned at a young age. Training her body to be a weapon is the one thing that has brought her peace. For five years, she has collected people from all walks of life with special skills to create a business to ensure no victim goes without justice.Proactive Resources for Evidentiary Yields (PREY) exists to solve the cases which law enforcement cannot due to red tape, or lack of resources. Who better to catch a violent predator than a victim of their crime? Gage pretends to be the prey, changing her appearance in any way needed to mirror the victims, then she preys on the criminal the moment she’s engaged. The last five years have been the best of her life. Her chosen family of friends has helped to turn dozens of violent criminals over to the authorities for justice to be served. But now, Gage’s past is rearing its ugly head and she’s not sure if she’s strong enough to withstand the storm. All she knows is if her friends knew the secrets she’s kept, they might never forgive her, and her happy existence of camaraderie and purpose might be coming to an end. So, she must continue to play a victim for PREY, while trying to forget the true victimization she has endured, and maintain a distance from the only people who have ever shown her love and acceptance. All while spurning the advances of an Australian gunrunner, fighting underground cage fights, and perfecting the latest make-up techniques.Easy. Right?~*~*~*~*~*~*~There is violence, profanity, and torture in this book.
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452 pages, Paperback
Published July 16, 2019
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October 18, 2022
How do you like you femenine main characters? I like them smart, strong, brave, sassy and fun. Do you like the same? then you are going to love this book!
Gage (Bridget "Gage" Grayson, that is ) is that and more, much more! She is the main protagonist of the organization PREY (Proactive Resources for Evidentiary Yields), which is an organization that gets to the botton of the cases where the police cannot get. And to get to the botton of the cases, Gage usually plays the victim role until the last moment. Then, she solves the cases using her outstanding physical and combat skills.
She is not alone, the rest of the cast that accompany her are also fun and very interesting. I loved the relationship and conversations between all of them. You never get bored with this story.
Expect tons of action scenes on this book! Give it a go, you will love it!
Gage (Bridget "Gage" Grayson, that is ) is that and more, much more! She is the main protagonist of the organization PREY (Proactive Resources for Evidentiary Yields), which is an organization that gets to the botton of the cases where the police cannot get. And to get to the botton of the cases, Gage usually plays the victim role until the last moment. Then, she solves the cases using her outstanding physical and combat skills.
She is not alone, the rest of the cast that accompany her are also fun and very interesting. I loved the relationship and conversations between all of them. You never get bored with this story.
Expect tons of action scenes on this book! Give it a go, you will love it!
November 12, 2021
Amazing Suspense
This novel had me captivated from the very beginning. I had a hard time putting it down.
Gage is a freaking awesome character. She was funny and witty but with sass. And she won’t take crap from anyone.
Honestly, I loved all the characters for the most part. Mere really aggravated me when she interferes causing more problems than good.
And then there is Mak. I absolutely loved him. He was so sweet and patient with her and you can tell he really cares. I really hope he sticks around in the next book because I would be extremely sad.
I loved everything about this book and can’t wait to read what’s next for Prey.
This novel had me captivated from the very beginning. I had a hard time putting it down.
Gage is a freaking awesome character. She was funny and witty but with sass. And she won’t take crap from anyone.
Honestly, I loved all the characters for the most part. Mere really aggravated me when she interferes causing more problems than good.
And then there is Mak. I absolutely loved him. He was so sweet and patient with her and you can tell he really cares. I really hope he sticks around in the next book because I would be extremely sad.
I loved everything about this book and can’t wait to read what’s next for Prey.
February 14, 2025
I wasn’t sure what to expect from PREY: Emergence, but it turned out to be a pleasant surprise. I enjoy action stories, and both the cover and the blurb of this one intrigued me.
Bridget Grayson, or Gage, is an agent who works with a team to catch criminals. One of my favorite lines by Dodge describes her perfectly: When she tells someone her name is Gage, “as in baggage without the bag...I’m a whole lot of mess.”
The team of agents lures them by pretending to be victims. Parts of the story are very raw, and the violence and torture are not for the faint of heart. Gage is a tough female lead with a traumatic past. Her love interest, Mak, is likable. Before PREY, I never thought a gift of eye patches was romantic. Sometimes, Gage is hard to love, and her decisions made me shake my head. But she has a vulnerable heart, though it can be well hidden.
The flow of the story is good, and it picks up speed toward the second half. This kept me guessing. The dialogue is well done, real, and witty. Dodge writes with a lot of show, don’t tell, which I enjoyed.
I enjoyed this book, particularly the ending. I won't reveal any spoilers, but it definitely left me eager for the sequel. This story was unexpectedly good.
Bridget Grayson, or Gage, is an agent who works with a team to catch criminals. One of my favorite lines by Dodge describes her perfectly: When she tells someone her name is Gage, “as in baggage without the bag...I’m a whole lot of mess.”
The team of agents lures them by pretending to be victims. Parts of the story are very raw, and the violence and torture are not for the faint of heart. Gage is a tough female lead with a traumatic past. Her love interest, Mak, is likable. Before PREY, I never thought a gift of eye patches was romantic. Sometimes, Gage is hard to love, and her decisions made me shake my head. But she has a vulnerable heart, though it can be well hidden.
The flow of the story is good, and it picks up speed toward the second half. This kept me guessing. The dialogue is well done, real, and witty. Dodge writes with a lot of show, don’t tell, which I enjoyed.
I enjoyed this book, particularly the ending. I won't reveal any spoilers, but it definitely left me eager for the sequel. This story was unexpectedly good.
September 11, 2019
PREY is everything you want in a book - thoughtful storytelling, characters you are actually invested in, twisting plotlines, and descriptions that make the story leap off the pages. Not only is this book a well-done debut from Dodge, but it sets the reader up for further stories.
Dodge's personal background shines through in her writing, and her knowledge of what she writes of is evident. her research is thorough and her story makes sense -- something that makes me crazy in so many of the crime novels I read. I can't get enough of the characters and want to dive more into their backgrounds, learning what makes them tick. Dodge has woven an intricate storyline of a family of colleagues that is captivating and keeps you turning the pages. I hope there is more in store for PREY!
Dodge's personal background shines through in her writing, and her knowledge of what she writes of is evident. her research is thorough and her story makes sense -- something that makes me crazy in so many of the crime novels I read. I can't get enough of the characters and want to dive more into their backgrounds, learning what makes them tick. Dodge has woven an intricate storyline of a family of colleagues that is captivating and keeps you turning the pages. I hope there is more in store for PREY!
August 9, 2019
humor, suspense, drama and heat
I love the characters in this story, and how they're more of a family than just colleagues. The action and suspense keep the pages turning, the family drama had me wanting to smack a few people and hug them at the same time, and the slow-build of heat between Gage and Mak had me craving more. I laughed out loud at parts, and cringed at others, and of course, the end left me dying for more!! Can't wait to read book 2 to find out what comes next for the PREY crew!
I love the characters in this story, and how they're more of a family than just colleagues. The action and suspense keep the pages turning, the family drama had me wanting to smack a few people and hug them at the same time, and the slow-build of heat between Gage and Mak had me craving more. I laughed out loud at parts, and cringed at others, and of course, the end left me dying for more!! Can't wait to read book 2 to find out what comes next for the PREY crew!
January 30, 2025
This is a lovely story. It is definitely a character-centric story, which I vastly prefer to plot-centric stories. The plot does not really start until halfway through the book (aside from some minor setup and foreshadowing) and it does not inhibit the pacing or flow of the narrative at all. The character dynamics and relationships keep everything afloat by themselves. They are endearing, unique and fun to read.
Gage is a remarkable lead character: strong and brave yet vulnerable and beaten down by past trauma. She was a fun character to spend time with as a reader. Seeing how she worked to catch the bad guys was entertaining. Seeing her work her way out of dangerous situations was gripping.
Great action scenes. The author masterfully builds tension when the characters are in danger. And I don't use that term lightly.
The side characters were all fun and have a distinct vibe to them. The witty, bickering banter a joy and helped to convey the dynamic of these characters as teammates and as friends.
The story did have a few issues with character development.
**MINOR SPOILERS BELOW**
Mere's actions during the second half of the story are toxic, inexcusable and immature. I think the story wants you to see things from her perspective. But her behavior is so cruel and destructive that there is no excuse for acting as she did. And all that would be fine if there was some sort of conciliatory confrontation between she and Gage that led to Mere repenting for her actions. But there isn't. Mere's impudent malice goes unanswered.
The love story drags the book down more than it adds to it. Mak does not have as authentic of a relationship with Gage as her teammates do. He seems a little too perfect: naturally athletic physique, emotionally available, kind, patient, sensitive. If he would have been given a character flaw or two, maybe the love story wouldn't have been a drag to read.
This is more of a minor note. But Lina not being able to find anything on Alex, while a beat cop is able to? Seems like a massive mess up for one so skilled.
**MINOR SPOILERS END**
All in all, this was a great story with lovely character work. If you like seeing a female lead who is easy to cheer for go through pain and find some kind of dark catharsis, this is the story for you. Despite some issues with development and motivation from the side characters, it does not hold this book back from being an excellent read. I'm excited to move on to Book 2 in this series!
Gage is a remarkable lead character: strong and brave yet vulnerable and beaten down by past trauma. She was a fun character to spend time with as a reader. Seeing how she worked to catch the bad guys was entertaining. Seeing her work her way out of dangerous situations was gripping.
Great action scenes. The author masterfully builds tension when the characters are in danger. And I don't use that term lightly.
The side characters were all fun and have a distinct vibe to them. The witty, bickering banter a joy and helped to convey the dynamic of these characters as teammates and as friends.
The story did have a few issues with character development.
**MINOR SPOILERS BELOW**
Mere's actions during the second half of the story are toxic, inexcusable and immature. I think the story wants you to see things from her perspective. But her behavior is so cruel and destructive that there is no excuse for acting as she did. And all that would be fine if there was some sort of conciliatory confrontation between she and Gage that led to Mere repenting for her actions. But there isn't. Mere's impudent malice goes unanswered.
The love story drags the book down more than it adds to it. Mak does not have as authentic of a relationship with Gage as her teammates do. He seems a little too perfect: naturally athletic physique, emotionally available, kind, patient, sensitive. If he would have been given a character flaw or two, maybe the love story wouldn't have been a drag to read.
This is more of a minor note. But Lina not being able to find anything on Alex, while a beat cop is able to? Seems like a massive mess up for one so skilled.
**MINOR SPOILERS END**
All in all, this was a great story with lovely character work. If you like seeing a female lead who is easy to cheer for go through pain and find some kind of dark catharsis, this is the story for you. Despite some issues with development and motivation from the side characters, it does not hold this book back from being an excellent read. I'm excited to move on to Book 2 in this series!
June 16, 2023
Prey is the story of a team of agents who work with law enforcement to catch criminals by disguising themselves as the victims and waiting for the opportune moment in which the criminal lets his guard down and is vulnerable. The woman who takes that role is Bridget Grayson. Her friends and co-workers call her Gage. She is a woman with many skills but also a haunting and disturbing past that she chooses to hide from her teammates, leaving them confused and creating conflict that is sure to draw in readers and leave them wanting more.
Overall, I really dug this book. It was different from what I expected, and I was pleasantly surprised. Gage is a really fun character, confident, sexy, and resourceful, with many skills that help her to catch criminals. But she is also an immensely vulnerable character, with weaknesses and flaws. For a while I was really frustrated with her, not going to lie. She really put her friends in a pickle and while I understood and sympathized with her I couldn't help but also feel that she did her teammates dirty by not being frank with them. However, that changes when Gage falls in love with a man, a real Gentlemen with a dark side. I quite liked Mak, as well as Mere and Brick. I think they were my favorite of the cast along with Gage herself of course. The characters were witty and fun though occasionally some of the humor felt a little forced and over the top but never enough to take me out of the book entirely. One small warning for all readers. The book does take a little while to get going. For a while, Gage is light-hearted and carefree. The case that Prey is assigned to is a pretty standard affair and predictable but that changes towards the end. I won't spoil it because it is worth experiencing but the last couple of chapters are page-turners and definitely leave me wanting to read the sequel. The final page alone is jaw-dropping.
Overall, this is a good book and worth reading for fans of crime drama and spy drama. Gage and the rest of the cast are engaging, and the plot keeps you guessing. I'm interested in finding out where the story goes from here.
Overall, I really dug this book. It was different from what I expected, and I was pleasantly surprised. Gage is a really fun character, confident, sexy, and resourceful, with many skills that help her to catch criminals. But she is also an immensely vulnerable character, with weaknesses and flaws. For a while I was really frustrated with her, not going to lie. She really put her friends in a pickle and while I understood and sympathized with her I couldn't help but also feel that she did her teammates dirty by not being frank with them. However, that changes when Gage falls in love with a man, a real Gentlemen with a dark side. I quite liked Mak, as well as Mere and Brick. I think they were my favorite of the cast along with Gage herself of course. The characters were witty and fun though occasionally some of the humor felt a little forced and over the top but never enough to take me out of the book entirely. One small warning for all readers. The book does take a little while to get going. For a while, Gage is light-hearted and carefree. The case that Prey is assigned to is a pretty standard affair and predictable but that changes towards the end. I won't spoil it because it is worth experiencing but the last couple of chapters are page-turners and definitely leave me wanting to read the sequel. The final page alone is jaw-dropping.
Overall, this is a good book and worth reading for fans of crime drama and spy drama. Gage and the rest of the cast are engaging, and the plot keeps you guessing. I'm interested in finding out where the story goes from here.
January 28, 2023
Imagine an American TV series in which a group of people take down criminals by putting themselves in harm’s way. In the first series, they follow the format, interspersed with limited backstory. In the second series, something from the past of a character takes over the story arc.
That’s where this novel sits. The second series. And that’s a good thing. It’s where the story gets juicy.
Gage has a past. The Gen-Z description would be: “hot mess”. A master of disguise, a car mechanic, and a tenacious fighter; this instalment of PREY is her traumatic backstory.
The book starts with two cases, bringing to justice two predators, interspersed with their life when off the clock. Part of this is the return of Alex into Gage’s life. His abduction and pimping out of an orphaned fifteen-year-old Gage leaves metaphorical and physical scars on her. Around anybody else, she is sassy and confident. Around Alex, she’s right back in the dirty bedsit, addicted and helpless. Worse, she can’t confide in her friends and colleagues.
There is some head-hopping without warning, which distracted me a few times, but the plot is solid and well told. T. Purcell Dodge draws most of her characters with care and depth, though a few currently lack this depth and may get their own in depths stories in the future, but right now, we don’t dig into their heads or learn much about them. The supporting cast if you like. That's not a problem. Using the TV series analogy, they're not the main three, but they will become interesting in their own right over time. This isn't their story.
The opening few chapters of the book have a meandering feel (as it would for a TV series), but it soon drills into a focus on the Gage-Alex dynamic, and it is worth waiting for. As a defined, rounded character, this is where Gage shines.
The last couple of chapters tail off before introducing the second in this duology I felt belonged at the start of the next book. It's worth reading and I may well search out the sequel.
That’s where this novel sits. The second series. And that’s a good thing. It’s where the story gets juicy.
Gage has a past. The Gen-Z description would be: “hot mess”. A master of disguise, a car mechanic, and a tenacious fighter; this instalment of PREY is her traumatic backstory.
The book starts with two cases, bringing to justice two predators, interspersed with their life when off the clock. Part of this is the return of Alex into Gage’s life. His abduction and pimping out of an orphaned fifteen-year-old Gage leaves metaphorical and physical scars on her. Around anybody else, she is sassy and confident. Around Alex, she’s right back in the dirty bedsit, addicted and helpless. Worse, she can’t confide in her friends and colleagues.
There is some head-hopping without warning, which distracted me a few times, but the plot is solid and well told. T. Purcell Dodge draws most of her characters with care and depth, though a few currently lack this depth and may get their own in depths stories in the future, but right now, we don’t dig into their heads or learn much about them. The supporting cast if you like. That's not a problem. Using the TV series analogy, they're not the main three, but they will become interesting in their own right over time. This isn't their story.
The opening few chapters of the book have a meandering feel (as it would for a TV series), but it soon drills into a focus on the Gage-Alex dynamic, and it is worth waiting for. As a defined, rounded character, this is where Gage shines.
The last couple of chapters tail off before introducing the second in this duology I felt belonged at the start of the next book. It's worth reading and I may well search out the sequel.
April 27, 2025
Reading PREY: Emergence felt a bit like stumbling onto an old-school vigilante show at 2 a.m., the kind you promise yourself you’ll watch “just one episode” of and then somehow greet the sunrise. Bridget “Gage” Grayson is equal parts bruised knuckle and raw nerve, and Dodge lets those edges stay sharp; the fight scenes click, but it’s the quiet flashes—Gage tracing old scars, a half-joked nickname landing heavier than intended—that made me lean in.
The book takes its time out of the gate. We linger in day-to-day ops, inside jokes, and the PREY crew’s found-family rhythm long before the main threat really shows its teeth. I didn’t mind the slow burn; watching a team that actually likes each other do the work is half the charm. When the past finally crashes the party, the tone darkens fast, and the tension holds through to the last page. Dodge writes trauma without glamour, loyalty without sap, and action that remembers bruises hurt the next morning.
If you’re in the mood for a character-driven thriller that values camaraderie as much as takedowns, PREY: Emergence is worth a weekend. I closed the cover thinking less about the bad guys than about how much heavier secrets feel when you finally decide to set them down...and curious where Gage’s next fight will begin.
The book takes its time out of the gate. We linger in day-to-day ops, inside jokes, and the PREY crew’s found-family rhythm long before the main threat really shows its teeth. I didn’t mind the slow burn; watching a team that actually likes each other do the work is half the charm. When the past finally crashes the party, the tone darkens fast, and the tension holds through to the last page. Dodge writes trauma without glamour, loyalty without sap, and action that remembers bruises hurt the next morning.
If you’re in the mood for a character-driven thriller that values camaraderie as much as takedowns, PREY: Emergence is worth a weekend. I closed the cover thinking less about the bad guys than about how much heavier secrets feel when you finally decide to set them down...and curious where Gage’s next fight will begin.
March 10, 2022
Meet Bridget “Gage” Grayson, the main character in P.R.E.Y./Emergence. She is a member of the Proactive Resources for Evidentiary Yields, the team you call for assistance when a criminal case can’t be solved by traditional means and people are getting hurt and killed. From the first few pages, I found the storyline to be engaging and interesting. The action starts right away as we find Gage in an undercover capacity who is posing as a potential victim to lure a suspect in. She is such a great character. I immediately pictured her as Úrsula Corberó who was cast as Silene Oliveira (Tokyo) in the popular Spanish Television Series “Money Heist” on Netflix. From there, we get to meet the other characters on the team and begin to understand the dynamics of their relationships. Subsequently when three students from St. Peters School in North Carolina are abducted and two end up being murdered, the team swings into action to catch the culprits and stop the killing.
I especially enjoyed the comradery between the team members and the action scenes. In conclusion, this is a well written book that is full of action, comedy, and suspense. It’s a gritty, raw, and highly entertaining read.
I especially enjoyed the comradery between the team members and the action scenes. In conclusion, this is a well written book that is full of action, comedy, and suspense. It’s a gritty, raw, and highly entertaining read.
January 5, 2025
PREY: Emergence by T. Purcell Dodge is a well-written, well-executed romp. The cover art gives a hint of what is to come—lots of action with colorful characters.
Gage and her blended family of twenty-somethings have chosen a profession that brings them into contact with the underbelly of American society. A plethora of characters are introduced in the first few chapters, which was a little overwhelming, but they become well-developed and engaging as the pages turn. Don’t expect to like everyone; you won’t. The author does not shy away from sharing the darker side of her characters.
The novel contains several sub-plots, all of which add to the eventual conclusion. I got lucky and guessed some of the outcomes but missed on most! If you’re looking for action with a compelling set of heroes and horrible villains, this will be a great read. Be prepared to feel uncomfortable at times, though, because the author is going to take you to places most of us are lucky enough to never go in real life.
Gage and her blended family of twenty-somethings have chosen a profession that brings them into contact with the underbelly of American society. A plethora of characters are introduced in the first few chapters, which was a little overwhelming, but they become well-developed and engaging as the pages turn. Don’t expect to like everyone; you won’t. The author does not shy away from sharing the darker side of her characters.
The novel contains several sub-plots, all of which add to the eventual conclusion. I got lucky and guessed some of the outcomes but missed on most! If you’re looking for action with a compelling set of heroes and horrible villains, this will be a great read. Be prepared to feel uncomfortable at times, though, because the author is going to take you to places most of us are lucky enough to never go in real life.
June 21, 2023
I really enjoyed this book and it had me hooked from the get-go. The main character, Gage, is such a strong female lead who really held my attention and respect. Her strength and resilience are inspiring, making her someone I really felt like I could root for.
It's clear that the writer has poured her heart and soul into this work, and it shows in the intricate plot and well-developed characters. The world-building is impressive, and I found myself drawn into the universe of PREY. Also I think her background and experiences have undoubtedly shaped the story, which gives it a unique perspective. It's evident that she has drawn from her own life to create a really believable story.
However, the book isn't without its flaws. At times, the pacing can feel a bit uneven, and some plot points could have been developed further. But for me those are just minor issues in what is otherwise a great read.
It's clear that the writer has poured her heart and soul into this work, and it shows in the intricate plot and well-developed characters. The world-building is impressive, and I found myself drawn into the universe of PREY. Also I think her background and experiences have undoubtedly shaped the story, which gives it a unique perspective. It's evident that she has drawn from her own life to create a really believable story.
However, the book isn't without its flaws. At times, the pacing can feel a bit uneven, and some plot points could have been developed further. But for me those are just minor issues in what is otherwise a great read.
May 29, 2025
Uplifting Story that is Fun and Exciting to Read
Gage is a drama queen that is living her best life; nice outfits, good friends, and fun times. Killer and Tiny are her dogs. She drives trucks, shoots guns with her friends, the PREY (Proactive Resources for Evidence Yields) CREW. The PREY group is an undercover CSI investigative group looking for serial rapists, criminals, murderers. They go from town to town looking for adventure. Gage gets kidnapped by Caroline's dad and Lucinda. Gage learns that Stacy was also kidnapped, too. Both escaped when Gage's friends showed up. After the kidnapping, they continue their investigation and are interrogated by police.
Gage is getting involved with Mak, who is a rogue and kind of a wild card. Gage and Mak go to a club called Craze. Gabe and Mak get into a fight, and Gabe gets kidnapped again. Of course, Mak saves her. Will Gabe ever solve her crime mystery? Will Mak and Gabe end up together?
Gage is a drama queen that is living her best life; nice outfits, good friends, and fun times. Killer and Tiny are her dogs. She drives trucks, shoots guns with her friends, the PREY (Proactive Resources for Evidence Yields) CREW. The PREY group is an undercover CSI investigative group looking for serial rapists, criminals, murderers. They go from town to town looking for adventure. Gage gets kidnapped by Caroline's dad and Lucinda. Gage learns that Stacy was also kidnapped, too. Both escaped when Gage's friends showed up. After the kidnapping, they continue their investigation and are interrogated by police.
Gage is getting involved with Mak, who is a rogue and kind of a wild card. Gage and Mak go to a club called Craze. Gabe and Mak get into a fight, and Gabe gets kidnapped again. Of course, Mak saves her. Will Gabe ever solve her crime mystery? Will Mak and Gabe end up together?
November 29, 2023
I’m not usually much of a fiction reader, I prefer to watch TV adaptations and series instead, but thought I would give this book a go as it sounded interesting. I really liked it, it read like some Netflix crime series that I’ve watched, it was gripping, exciting and there were plot twists. The characters were described and portrayed well making you interested and invested in them, which doesn’t always happen with these types of books, but this one was well written.
There is a strong female lead character, as hinted from the front cover. I won’t give too much away, but there’s enough of a back story to explain the persona of this character and her ways. Confident, sassy, kick-ass when she needs to be, but also a vulnerability and troubled by her past too.
All in all, an enjoyable read that I would definitely recommend to others.
There is a strong female lead character, as hinted from the front cover. I won’t give too much away, but there’s enough of a back story to explain the persona of this character and her ways. Confident, sassy, kick-ass when she needs to be, but also a vulnerability and troubled by her past too.
All in all, an enjoyable read that I would definitely recommend to others.
August 25, 2021
PREY: Emergence
By T. Purcell Dodge
Book one in series
“Gage,” she responded as she closed the door behind her, “as in baggage without the bag,”
Bridget “Gage” Grayson is smart and witty but a “hot mess” with no family to call her own she makes her own in the Proactive Resources for Evidentiary Yields (PREY). It exists to solve the cases which law enforcement cannot, due to red tape, or lack of resources. But after 5 years her past has finally caught up with her. What will happen next will blow your mind.
If you enjoy a kick butt female protagonist with witty sarcasm, cool cars, hot characters, and adorable dogs then this book is for you.
Now I’m going to read Prey: Revelations book to in this series.
There is violence, profanity, and torture in this book
By T. Purcell Dodge
Book one in series
“Gage,” she responded as she closed the door behind her, “as in baggage without the bag,”
Bridget “Gage” Grayson is smart and witty but a “hot mess” with no family to call her own she makes her own in the Proactive Resources for Evidentiary Yields (PREY). It exists to solve the cases which law enforcement cannot, due to red tape, or lack of resources. But after 5 years her past has finally caught up with her. What will happen next will blow your mind.
If you enjoy a kick butt female protagonist with witty sarcasm, cool cars, hot characters, and adorable dogs then this book is for you.
Now I’m going to read Prey: Revelations book to in this series.
There is violence, profanity, and torture in this book
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June 24, 2023Prey: Emergence by T. Purcell Dodge is an interesting case of a did-not-finish for me. The problems I had were to do with the plot, characterization, and tone. None of this is to say the book is bad, in fact, the writer demonstrates ample capability to write well.
Based on the blurb and reviews, this book looks to be a tightly plotted thriller, but in execution, I found it to be a more free-wheeling and fun affair. Gage reminded me of a cross between Sydney from Alias and Pam Anderson's character from VIP, old shows by now, but the characters remind me of that time. I kept waiting for the actual story to start. I was more than 30% of the way through the book and eventually just gave up. I couldn't attach to Gage or the others so I felt I had no investment to go forward.
Based on the blurb and reviews, this book looks to be a tightly plotted thriller, but in execution, I found it to be a more free-wheeling and fun affair. Gage reminded me of a cross between Sydney from Alias and Pam Anderson's character from VIP, old shows by now, but the characters remind me of that time. I kept waiting for the actual story to start. I was more than 30% of the way through the book and eventually just gave up. I couldn't attach to Gage or the others so I felt I had no investment to go forward.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 23, 2022
Fantastic
This is an incredible story. I loved every second from start to finish and I can't wait to read the next one. Full on suspense, intrigue and more twists than the spaghetti junction.
This is an incredible story. I loved every second from start to finish and I can't wait to read the next one. Full on suspense, intrigue and more twists than the spaghetti junction.
November 26, 2019
It’s great seeing more stories with strong female protagonists who are multi-dimensional. Gage is witty and charming, an infuriating hot mess at times, and an insightful badass at most other times. Gage is also accompanied by a multidimensional and sometimes hilarious ensemble cast of friends and cohorts who keep the story going. Told with an interesting twist within the realm of extra-legal investigative work, it’s a fun read from start to finish.
July 31, 2019
A detailed, interesting story line, dash of mystery, wonderful character development and women's empowerment. Definitely a page turner, I couldn't put it down. Some violence and cursing but it very much fit with the story line and book genre. Highly recommend this book and looking forward to the next in the series!
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