Kill Tide

Pepper Ryan Mystery Thriller #2

by Timothy Fagan

Next in the Award-Winning Pepper Ryan Mystery-Thriller Series

A kidnapped girl. A terrified Cape Cod. And a police cadet in way over his head…

It’s summertime on Cape Cod. Pepper Ryan’s biggest worries are a crummy love life and doubts about his supposedly bright future. But then a teenage girl is kidnapped, stunning her beach town.

The police launch a manhunt to catch the brazen kidnapper nicknamed the Greenhead Snatcher. Pepper attempts to find the girl himself, but the only thing he finds is trouble.

Then the Greenhead Snatcher strikes again.

Pepper fights to untangle a growing mess of suspects and clues, and the pressure intensifies when he stupidly promises a family that he’ll bring their daughter home alive, or die trying...

As time runs out, Pepper makes a final attempt to locate the girls and expose the shocking truth about the Greenhead Snatcher. Will Pepper’s desperate gamble succeed? Or will he lose everything?

Kill Tide is the second book in the award-winning Pepper Ryan mystery-thriller series. If you like everyman heroes, gripping action and a splash of wit, you’ll love Timothy Fagan’s suspenseful read. Buy Kill Tide to join the manhunt today!

Genres: Mystery, Mystery Thriller, Thriller, Suspense

348 pages, ebook

First published April 8, 2020

About the author

Timothy Fagan has always loved to read suspenseful books that make you laugh out loud in public. Now he loves to write them.

  He previously spent twenty years as an attorney and executive in the financial services industry, focusing on securities regulatory matters across North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific.  He was born in Los Angeles, California, grew up in British Columbia, Canada and currently lives near Boston, Massachusetts.

Although his focus is full-length fiction, he also publishes poetry and song lyrics.  Beach Body Boogie is his first novel.

For more information about Timothy Fagan, his upcoming books and other projects, please visit his website:  www.timothyfagan.com

Reviews

[Sandee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good mystery! Pepper is a 20-year-old man working as a police cadet before he goes to college. His father is the Sheriff. Pepper's job is boring so when a young woman is kidnapped, Pepper gets involved in trying to find her.
The story is very detailed. In some ways this makes the progress slow. Yet something is happening all the time. This is a very good mystery and it was fun following all the leads with Pepper. It was also fun watching Pepper mature through these experiences. The characters have strengths and weaknesses that bring them to life.
I was gifted this ebook but this is my own, voluntary review.

[Ferne Miller · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am a mystery novel lover. I am a fan of James Patterson. The recent authors I have read have fallen short and are very disappointing. Timothy Fagan is the first that has caught my attention. The story is exciting, something is always happening. There is only one part towards the end that I felt was a bit too long but it did not deter from the excitment.
Pepper (Peter) is a 20 year old police cadet working for the summer with the department. His father is the police chief and his older brother is an officer. Pepper works in a dark office inputting info from old cases into the police database, boring. When a local girl gets kidnapped, Pepper wants to volunteer for the search party, only to be told he needs to stay in his office and keep doing his work. Shortly after, another girl goes missing. Pepper decides to act on his own. There are plenty of local people who could fit the bill for this crime, you won't know until the end. The more Pepper finds out, the more trouble he gets into.
Occassionally Pepper performs with his friends in a cover band on the weekend, his friends get into the action a bit too. And of course there is a girl Pepper has a crush on. There is a little bit of everything and alot of excitment to keep you wanting more. This is my first Fagan novel but I will read more. You should too if you like a good mystery.

[Jay Williams · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book has a great story, but moves at an extremely slow pace. Most of the characters are somewhat eccentric, and many red herrings crossed the narrative. I would describe it as mostly a coming of age story with a major crime as the vehicle. The end suggests we will see more of Pepper Ryan in the future

[Linda Rorex · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the second book in the Pepper Ryan Thriller series by Timothy Fagan. Pepper Ryan is a twenty-year old police cadet working the summer for the department and performs on the weekend with a cover band. Pepper's father is the police chief and his brother is an officer. Pepper inputs old cases into the police database. When a teenage girl is kidnapped, Pepper volunteers but is told to stay in the office. The police launch a manhunt to catch the kidnapper, nicknamed the Greenhead Snatcher. Another girl goes missing and Pepper tries to locate the girl himself, but only finds trouble. Pepper tries to find clues to locate the suspects, and he makes the mistake of promising a family that he’ll bring their daughter home alive. As time runs out, Pepper attempts to find the girls and expose the shocking truth about the serial kidnappings. I really enjoyed this amazing mystery thriller novel.

[Donna OBrien · Rating 5 out of 5]

It’s different but it grabbed me

I initially thought this was a young adult book and so I nearly stopped reading it. I’m glad I didn’t. The language is very casual which would appeal to younger readers, while at the same time very intelligent. Everything is thought out to the finest detail. An interesting style combination.
Great character development and very fast paced. I will definitely read more from this author

[Frank Vullo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Terrific story

What a great story. I never suspected the villain. So much was packed into this! A young man turning into an adult. Relationships typical for that time of his life. Determination and self reflection involved and a real sense of learning and understanding of his role in life and responsibilities.

[MikieG · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Book But Not Book 2

You must read their book first before Killing Shore. If not you will not understand Wonderboy!
Both books are great! Excellent character development, strong story and lots of excitement.
Really hard to put down.
Can't wait for the next one.

[Raymond E · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good book

Mr Fagan has created a heroic/tragic character and has placed him in a most interesting police mystery. I enjoyed reading this book and it’s “predecessor” which takes place eight years later.

[jrjanczy · Rating 2 out of 5]

Ugh, never thought it would end

The first couple of pages made me think it was going to be good, downhill from there. Characters were not interesting, relationships awkward, and story line was unbelievable. Was so glad when it was done.

[Janis · Rating 5 out of 5]

wonder boy

How Pepper Ryan got his nick name and what really went down that hot summer - only one person knows because the other is dead!

[Jesse Reid · Rating 5 out of 5]

Timothy Fagan has done it again! Kill Tide answers many questions that you may have had in Killing Shore. The story is action packed and full of surprises that will keep you reading!

[Ed Terry · Rating 5 out of 5]

wow page turner for sure

One of the best I have read in a long while, tho I did guess the bad guy about 1/2 way confirmed at the end.

[Leonard DeMoss · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ah loved the entire series

Hope there is Pepper Ryan book 4 coming out! Great reading and loved all the characters in all three books.

[Klarisa Norton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Pepper Ryan always keeps you on your toes with his terrible decisions that somehow turn out right!

[John · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book by Timothy Fagan was an extra satisfying crime story that tells of how Pepper Ryan first got involved in police work while also attempting to figure out what to do with his personal life. The author certainly throws in a lot of suspects for the reader to consider, most easily disregarded, but the final and guilty one was a surprise to me. The author also chose to throw a heck of a lot of roadblocks and obstacles for Pepper to overcome while he attempts to figure out who he truly is and what he is going to do with his future. The suspense is built from the beginning all the way to the ending. I am looking forward to reading further adventures by Pepper Ryan. This is a voluntary review of an Advanced Reader Copy of this book from Hidden Gems Books.

[Cindy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Award-winning Fagan knocks it out of the park again with this prequel to his first Pepper Ryan novel. This book will pull you into the warm and spirited summer days of being 18 on the Cape, and entertain you with dynamic characters and hidden twists. Just what I needed during the stir crazy days of Covid-19. A fun read and a page turner.

[Julie Piantedosi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliantly entertaining and clever,. This story tugged at all my emotions, And I grew to love Pepper Ryan even more. The ending was an imaginative twist I absolutely did not see coming. Tim Fagan delivers one of the best reads I can remember in a long time. All I can say is, when is Pepper Ryan coming back?

[Kathleen Taylor · Rating 5 out of 5]

Exciting to read this Pepper Ryan thriller. It kept me turning pages in suspense, trying to figure out about what was going to happen. I liked finding out more about the characters from Killing Shore & the origin story of how he got his start in solving crimes. Enjoyed the fast pace and elements of romance and humour also worked in these novels. Can’t wait for the next one.

[Neewtsu · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great escape to the Cape Cod sun! Take a wild ride with Pepper Ryan as a pursues the kidnapping of a teenage girl. You will cringe as the young Pepper defies the wisdom of his law enforcement elders, and the plot twists will keep you wondering who are the good guys. I enjoyed this prequel to Killer Tide, and can't wait for more.

[Anney Ardiel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Stuck inside? Read this book!
It took me back to lazy summer days on Cape Cod but the plot twists and nonstop action are nothing like any vacation I've ever had. Awesome read and I'm looking forward to the next Pepper Ryan adventure.

[Brianna · Rating 4 out of 5]

Timothy Fagan didn’t a phenomenal job with this suspenseful Cape Cod mystery. I was on the edge of my seat the from beginning to end and finished this one in one sitting. The character development along with the plot were put to paper in such a way that had you wanting to know more.

[Jacqueline Ellison · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is my first time reading a book by Timothy Fagan. This suspenseful action thriller will keep you on the edge of your seat trying to figure out what will happen next. The storyline was well written with twists you don't see coming. I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.

[Gregory Dean · Rating 5 out of 5]

Reading the latest from Fagan is such a great way to spend a spring Sunday. Any Pepper Ryan fan won't be able to pull themselves away. Our loveable but headstrong hero is on the case again and it's so much fun to be along for the ride. Already craving the next Pepper Ryan adventure!

[Anna Kath · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is exactly what I needed while stuck at home! It made me feel like I was a part of the investigation, and it kept me guessing until the end. Looking forward to Fagan's next thriller!

[Laura · Rating 5 out of 5]

Smart, fun read. Would love to hang out with Pepper Ryan.

[Linda Parkins · Rating 5 out of 5]

I cannot believe the twists and turns in this book. I literally screamed out loud at the end when I found out "who done it". The book had me guessing the entire time. So sad the ride is over!

[Paul Coakley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Couldn't put this page-turner down. This fun, ever-changing mystery kept me guessing the whole way. Great writing and character development. Perfect vacation read.