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Rockfish Island Mystery #2
The Push
Once again, death has found its way to Rockfish Island’s National Park and this time, in the form of a terrible climbing accident. When Sheriff Lane discovers the victim has ties to an accidental drowning the summer before, she becomes suspicious the two deaths are linked and not accidents at all. Recruiting Park Ranger Phillip Russell into her investigation, the two begin looking into the past. Lane, with her new deputy, digging into the life of the latest victim and Philip, befriending those who were involved in the prior death the summer before. It's not long before Philip becomes convinced Sheriff Lane is looking for murder and mayhem where there is none. But Lane, trusting her instincts and intuition, refuses to let the investigation fizzle out. Will the two deaths end up being coincidence after all or will a murderer be unmasked?
403 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 9, 2020
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About the author
J.C. Fuller
5 books194 followersJ.C. Fuller is a PNW author living in Washington state who loves all things mystery, especially thrillers and whodunits. She loves sharing her imagination with readers and has written her first psychological thriller, Safe to Assume. She also has a cozy thriller whodunit series known as The Rockfish Island Mysteries, the first of which is Black Bear Alibi. She is looking forward to continuing this series while working on additional standalone thrillers.
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June 22, 2023
JC Fuller has become a dependable author for me - if I purchase her books, I know I'm getting a well-written murder mystery with a fantastic setting and twists I didn't see coming. I will absolutely purchase whatever she writes!
May 29, 2023
The Push is number two in the Rockfish Island Mystery Series by JC Fuller…who I must admit is my favorite mystery writer I’ve discovered in the last year.
I have been on a roll lately, reading a bunch of super entertaining books by skilled and creative authors. And this one is right at the top of that list.
The Push starts right out of the blocks with a young woman falling to her death. It happens to be on the anniversary of her twin sister’s death. Suspicion abounds right from the start and soon Sherriff Lane is teaming up again with my favorite park ranger, Ranger Phil.
A new cast of characters is introduced, all of whom were present at the time of other twin’s death. As stories change and inconsistencies are discovered, it’s not long before both deaths are under investigation.
I must confess…I thought I had it well sorted out by about the 60% mark. But as only JC Fuller can do, there were more twists and turns that ruined my theory. And that’s what I’m here for! I love being surprised by the unexpected!
I sincerely loved this book so much, and I am delighted that the adventure continues with book three in the series, False Findings.
If you love well-constructed, creative, fast-reading mysteries, you have got to check out JC Fuller’s Rockfish Island Mystery Series.
I have been on a roll lately, reading a bunch of super entertaining books by skilled and creative authors. And this one is right at the top of that list.
The Push starts right out of the blocks with a young woman falling to her death. It happens to be on the anniversary of her twin sister’s death. Suspicion abounds right from the start and soon Sherriff Lane is teaming up again with my favorite park ranger, Ranger Phil.
A new cast of characters is introduced, all of whom were present at the time of other twin’s death. As stories change and inconsistencies are discovered, it’s not long before both deaths are under investigation.
I must confess…I thought I had it well sorted out by about the 60% mark. But as only JC Fuller can do, there were more twists and turns that ruined my theory. And that’s what I’m here for! I love being surprised by the unexpected!
I sincerely loved this book so much, and I am delighted that the adventure continues with book three in the series, False Findings.
If you love well-constructed, creative, fast-reading mysteries, you have got to check out JC Fuller’s Rockfish Island Mystery Series.
March 28, 2024
I could not put this book down. I love the characters and the short chapters. I don’t want to give anything away so I can’t say a lot. I Highly Recommend. This is a great series but can also be read alone.
September 26, 2023
Miss Fuller does it again. Accascuse me, ma'am, but what do you put in these books!? I'd like to order whatever it is that makes your mind work the way it does, because WOOOWEEEEE it's a beautiful thing.
The second book in the Rockfish Island Mystery series, The Push, is another whodunit that keeps you not just interested, but keeps you right on the edge of your seat. Did I figure out who was responsible a few chapters in? I did, but here's the thing... I may have known who did the bad deed, but the "why" kept me hooked. JC is the queen of tangling the webs, of creating characters that you can't help but want to know, of little "easter eggs" that will make you say "oh hell!! Why didn't I see that before", of being an absolute master of (fictional) manipulation.
If you want a good mystery, pick this up. If you figure out whodunit stories easily, get this book - I promise you that the twists, turns, and characters in this book will keep you interested until the very last page. If you want a side of sarcasm with your small town unalivings, get this beauty. Just get the book, read the book, rinse and repeat. You're just wasting time if you don't already have this on your shelf... life is far too short to not have JC's books all up in your life. Also, the audio versions of the story are great, too! Take my advice, read the words, fall in love with the Rockfish Island residents... you can thank me later.
The second book in the Rockfish Island Mystery series, The Push, is another whodunit that keeps you not just interested, but keeps you right on the edge of your seat. Did I figure out who was responsible a few chapters in? I did, but here's the thing... I may have known who did the bad deed, but the "why" kept me hooked. JC is the queen of tangling the webs, of creating characters that you can't help but want to know, of little "easter eggs" that will make you say "oh hell!! Why didn't I see that before", of being an absolute master of (fictional) manipulation.
If you want a good mystery, pick this up. If you figure out whodunit stories easily, get this book - I promise you that the twists, turns, and characters in this book will keep you interested until the very last page. If you want a side of sarcasm with your small town unalivings, get this beauty. Just get the book, read the book, rinse and repeat. You're just wasting time if you don't already have this on your shelf... life is far too short to not have JC's books all up in your life. Also, the audio versions of the story are great, too! Take my advice, read the words, fall in love with the Rockfish Island residents... you can thank me later.
April 3, 2023
Book two in the Rockfish Island Mystery Series was not a disappointment. It follows our favorite sheriff and ranger on another murder mystery. It was a delightful thrilling treat, I needed it. The character development is phenomenal. The plot was so good I couldnt figure out who was who! I cant wait to read the third book!
July 22, 2023
A fantastic sequel to the first book in the series. A must read!
January 27, 2023
YES!!! This is a must read for mystery lovers. The banter between the sheriff and the ranger is just so awesome, it gets you every time. The unexpected ending (as usual) just leaves you in awe as to how this is accomplished. I absolutely loved this book and can't wait for book 3. This has become a favorite author and an automatic buy for me.
The can't wait to find out just keeps you reading and can't put the book down.
The can't wait to find out just keeps you reading and can't put the book down.
February 16, 2023
Each book in this series feels like a breath of fresh air!
I’m so in love with this series! The mysteries are really tricky. I think I’ve got it figured out early on, but nope. There are so many shocking twists and turns that keep you guessing! I was absolutely sure who I thought it wasn’t, but JC always shocks me!!
The characters on Rockfish Island grew on me in the first book, and I am really enjoying the antics that go on! I love the banter between Sheriff Lane and Ranger Phil. They have good chemistry between them and I can see the opposites attract thing working for them. In my opinion, they belong together.
I listened to the audio for both books now and the narration is fantastic! She really brings life to each character and makes them totally believable. I loved the bloopers at the end!!
If you enjoy mysteries, witty banter, friendships and the hint of a romance growing, then you need to read this series!
I’m so in love with this series! The mysteries are really tricky. I think I’ve got it figured out early on, but nope. There are so many shocking twists and turns that keep you guessing! I was absolutely sure who I thought it wasn’t, but JC always shocks me!!
The characters on Rockfish Island grew on me in the first book, and I am really enjoying the antics that go on! I love the banter between Sheriff Lane and Ranger Phil. They have good chemistry between them and I can see the opposites attract thing working for them. In my opinion, they belong together.
I listened to the audio for both books now and the narration is fantastic! She really brings life to each character and makes them totally believable. I loved the bloopers at the end!!
If you enjoy mysteries, witty banter, friendships and the hint of a romance growing, then you need to read this series!
April 10, 2023
Twists and Turns
Twists and turns around every corner on such a small island and so many murders being tied together! AAAAHHHH!!!!! I couldn’t keep up because every time I thought I had it solved BAM…another twist thrown in and my theory goes out the window.
J.C….you are quite the writer of murder mystery! You have done it again with yet another book.
Then it totally threw me with Jerry’s big announcement at the end to Lane!
I hope Phil and Lane end up dating…there is an attraction there. The bowling alley fight that ended up being between Phil and Harry…that had me laughing…not going to lie.
Read the book if you want to know about the the murder though because it is amazing!!!!!
Twists and turns around every corner on such a small island and so many murders being tied together! AAAAHHHH!!!!! I couldn’t keep up because every time I thought I had it solved BAM…another twist thrown in and my theory goes out the window.
J.C….you are quite the writer of murder mystery! You have done it again with yet another book.
Then it totally threw me with Jerry’s big announcement at the end to Lane!
I hope Phil and Lane end up dating…there is an attraction there. The bowling alley fight that ended up being between Phil and Harry…that had me laughing…not going to lie.
Read the book if you want to know about the the murder though because it is amazing!!!!!
May 18, 2023
I couldn’t put this book down until I finished it! There were so many suspects with so many motives that I had to keep reading. I wanted to set up a board and attach the red string to figure this one out. There were a few parts of the mystery I figured out but I wasn’t sure who the murder was until the end. J.C. Fuller is such a great mystery writer and I’ll always buy a book written by her!
If you haven’t yet, you need to pick up the Rockfish Island mysteries series, starting with Black Bear Alibi! You won’t be disappointed l!
If you haven’t yet, you need to pick up the Rockfish Island mysteries series, starting with Black Bear Alibi! You won’t be disappointed l!
June 15, 2023
Another great cozy mystery in J.C. Fuller’s Rockfish Island Mystery series. Phil and Lane are back at it again! I loved being able to dive deeper into the town’s social dynamics and the character relationships that were built in Black Bear Alibi. I did NOT see any of the twists coming. Just when I think I know what this author will do, she surprises me again. This was a quick, fun read!
January 17, 2024
Another book added to my favorites! This is book #2 in the Rockfish Island Mystery. I still love all the characters, especially Hattie. In this book, Sheriff Lane and Park Ranger Phil are on another adventure solving a mystery with twists and turns and a surprise ending. I could not put this book down and I highly recommend it. If you like a cozy mystery, then this series is for you.
January 28, 2024
JC Fuller delivers another fabulous crime thriller filled with suspense.
A young girl looses her life in a seemingly unfortunate accident. However, with her death coinciding with the anniversary of her sister’s untimely departure a year ago, tenacious Sheriff Lane smells a rat.
Lane and Ranger Phillip are drawn together in the hunt for answers.
A young girl looses her life in a seemingly unfortunate accident. However, with her death coinciding with the anniversary of her sister’s untimely departure a year ago, tenacious Sheriff Lane smells a rat.
Lane and Ranger Phillip are drawn together in the hunt for answers.
March 13, 2024
The story line flowed very well. You think you know who the killer is, then another twist. The Author kept you guessing throughout. What could have been confusing surrounding the Characters, Names, relationships, etc, the Author did a great job of background storylines.
The Push was definitely difficult to put down, Action Packed. I'm on the 3rd Book now. Excellent Read!
The Push was definitely difficult to put down, Action Packed. I'm on the 3rd Book now. Excellent Read!
March 18, 2024
What can I say, but another amazing story. It pulled me in immediately and never let up. Rockfish Island and its residents are a great community, except for the murders of course. But Sherif Lane and Ranger Russell stay on the case until it is solved. Do I sense a slow burn between these two? Maybe? Can’t wait to get book 3!! Great Job J C Fuller!
July 26, 2024
I am absolutely loving this series. I has me hooked.
It's been some time since I read a mystery book and I loved this. I am able to follow the plot and clearly see where it's going. The best part is there is no big leaps of logic. It's very realistic.
My only complaint is I want more scenes between the sheriff and the ranger
It's been some time since I read a mystery book and I loved this. I am able to follow the plot and clearly see where it's going. The best part is there is no big leaps of logic. It's very realistic.
My only complaint is I want more scenes between the sheriff and the ranger
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September 30, 2022
Loved book 1 and book 2 didn't disappoint! Great story with lots of suspects, twists, and turns! Love Lane and Phil's "friendship" lol Can't wait to read book 3! Ps-don't visit this island because everyone ends up dead!
February 20, 2023
Another 5 star read! LOVED the little flirtatious hints at Lane and Phil, I ship them so hard. The mystery was solid and though I figured out half of the mystery I was still guessing to the very end of who the culprit was. Looking forward to reading book 3.
March 17, 2023
This is the best mystery book I've ever read. Twist and turns. You'll never guess who did it. The characters are funny and you feel like you're right there with them. Great read and definitely recommend it to mystery lovers
August 2, 2023
Couldn't put this down!
Kept me guessing THE ENTIRE BOOK! I like to think I'm good at finding out whodunit before anyone else and these books kept me on the edge of my seat! If you like Agatha Christie, you'll love JC Fuller. Amazing!
Kept me guessing THE ENTIRE BOOK! I like to think I'm good at finding out whodunit before anyone else and these books kept me on the edge of my seat! If you like Agatha Christie, you'll love JC Fuller. Amazing!
February 12, 2024
J.C. has become a favorite mystery writer of mine. She draws you in from the very beginning and the roller coaster ride doesn’t stop until the last few pages. Kudos, J.C. on another top notch mystery!
May 18, 2024
The story is about two twin died a year apart. Both deaths look like accidents! It kept me intrigued and lots of suspense! Its got stalker, mystery, high school friend, its got the sheriff &Phillip we love from the 1st book !
June 5, 2024
J.C. Fuller is the MASTER!
I can’t even say what she is the master of because it would give it away! If you love murder mystery’s, you MUST read her books!! It’s a fast paced story and you never want to put it down.
I can’t even say what she is the master of because it would give it away! If you love murder mystery’s, you MUST read her books!! It’s a fast paced story and you never want to put it down.
June 27, 2023
If you like a mystery that you can't figure out until the very end. A book with so many twist and turns your head is spinning. This book is for you. 5/5 out stars. This book is amazing.
July 6, 2023
Love this book!! No spoilers from me. Very well written!! I did a buddy read with this book and we both were piecing it together at the same time. Such a great read!
July 18, 2023
This one got me!!! I listened to it via audiobook, and the author definitely got me. There are so many plot twists and turns!! I absolutely loved it!!! Must read mystery of the year!!
September 6, 2023
Oh my goodness this mystery is so good I didn’t want to stop reading!
January 16, 2024
Even Better than Book One!
OMG! This was a fantastic story. It’s the second book in the series and was even better than the first—another five-star read. Wow, the narrator totally blew me away with her performance! I can't wait to dive into the next book. Woohoo!🤗🤗
OMG! This was a fantastic story. It’s the second book in the series and was even better than the first—another five-star read. Wow, the narrator totally blew me away with her performance! I can't wait to dive into the next book. Woohoo!🤗🤗
April 13, 2024
Another winner. I couldn’t put it down. She keeps you guessing!
March 25, 2025
4.5 stars! Such a good story. I love this series! J.C Fuller has become an auto-buy author for me!
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