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Carpenter & Harding #9
Implications
Did George Wilder die in prison serving a life sentence for a crime he didn’t commit? A reporter asks Ellie on behalf of Wilder’s family to look into the decades old murder. When initial inquiries raise doubts about Wilder’s guilt, Ellie thinks that the real killer might have gone unpunished, but she doesn’t have much time to prove her theory.
Jordan gets more than she bargains for when she accepts a tip from a detective with another precinct. The murder of a local store owner turns out to have international implications.
Together, Jordan and Ellie work on the most important project of their lives…
Jordan gets more than she bargains for when she accepts a tip from a detective with another precinct. The murder of a local store owner turns out to have international implications.
Together, Jordan and Ellie work on the most important project of their lives…
155 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 10, 2019
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Barbara Winkes
99 books212 followersBarbara Winkes writes suspense and romance with lesbian characters at the center. She has always loved stories in which women persevere and lift each other up. Expect high drama and happy endings.
Discover a variety of genres, serial and standalone. Women loving women always take the lead.
Discover a variety of genres, serial and standalone. Women loving women always take the lead.
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Displaying 1 - 14 of 14 reviews
December 14, 2019
Another great installment with Carpenter and Harding. Love this series.
4.5 stars
4.5 stars
June 30, 2025
3.5
slightly better than the last one
slightly better than the last one
April 8, 2022
You should know that when I review a story most of the time I CANNOT be like the cool people here analysing the books. I just pretend the characters are real people and I'm giving unsolicited opinion on Twitter/Reddit. Be warned.
I'm chuffed with the news!
The crime solving bit was, as always, intriguing. It's rather pleasant watching them solving the crimes. All of them. And how they intertwine. The main plot though, how sad.
Jordan and Ellie only gets better. Even Kathryn is less insufferable.
I'm dreading already reading the remaining 4 books, I don't want it to end or to wait however long for the next hehehe
I'm chuffed with the news!
The crime solving bit was, as always, intriguing. It's rather pleasant watching them solving the crimes. All of them. And how they intertwine. The main plot though, how sad.
Jordan and Ellie only gets better. Even Kathryn is less insufferable.
I'm dreading already reading the remaining 4 books, I don't want it to end or to wait however long for the next hehehe
November 12, 2019
One of my favorite series to read. Binge read two books in the series in one day and am now caught up.
July 12, 2023
As Carpenter and Harding explore options for parenting, a local family asks for help with a cold case.
questions are raised once again about perceptions about homosexuality and the actions some folks took against it historically, possibly related to their own urges and an inability to reconcile them with the mores and practices of the time, especially dealing with modern day bigotry and historical homicide
The loyalties of an officer are called into question when dangers present themselves and certain officers do not appear
nee relationships and changes aplenty
questions are raised once again about perceptions about homosexuality and the actions some folks took against it historically, possibly related to their own urges and an inability to reconcile them with the mores and practices of the time, especially dealing with modern day bigotry and historical homicide
The loyalties of an officer are called into question when dangers present themselves and certain officers do not appear
nee relationships and changes aplenty
September 26, 2021
This series is so good!
Jordan and Ellie struggle with issues from their past and professional situations, making them quite complex. They are fantastic characters: intelligent, dedicated, have great integrity, and are very devoted to each other. Each book has been suspenseful with intriguing cases/investigations that keep you coming back for more. I'm really looking forward to the next book in the series.
Jordan and Ellie struggle with issues from their past and professional situations, making them quite complex. They are fantastic characters: intelligent, dedicated, have great integrity, and are very devoted to each other. Each book has been suspenseful with intriguing cases/investigations that keep you coming back for more. I'm really looking forward to the next book in the series.
December 14, 2021
Impressive!
This is a great series! With every book, I fall more in love with the characters and the story. I'm glad I won't have to wait to read the rest of this series! Be sure Barbara Winkes is on your list read list!
This is a great series! With every book, I fall more in love with the characters and the story. I'm glad I won't have to wait to read the rest of this series! Be sure Barbara Winkes is on your list read list!
March 12, 2022
Another Hit for Winkes!
The Carpenter/Harding series is so darned good! Implications continues the run, with believable characters, interesting plot line, and enough tension to keep you thinking about the book, even when you’re not reading it. Keep ‘em coming, Barbara!
The Carpenter/Harding series is so darned good! Implications continues the run, with believable characters, interesting plot line, and enough tension to keep you thinking about the book, even when you’re not reading it. Keep ‘em coming, Barbara!
July 24, 2022
Another good story
Another good story revolving around this police precinct & this group of close knit & connected friends & family that all seems to start with Jordan & Ellie.
Another good story revolving around this police precinct & this group of close knit & connected friends & family that all seems to start with Jordan & Ellie.
September 19, 2019
Great!
Ellie Harding a homicide detective and her wife Jordan Carpenter a major.crimes detective, are trying to start a family. Jordan is preparing her body by cutting out alcohol, caffeine and unhealthy foods.
Ellie is trying to solve a 30 yr old murder case where she believes the wrong person served those years behind bars and still claimed his innocence on his death bed. Ellie is followed, shot at and chocked while getting to the bottom of this case which has been closed once again for lack of actual evidence.
Jordan has been called to a homicide scene because the department believes this death involves something much bigger.
I enjoyed this book in the series. I love the interactions of all the characters that are coming along for the ride in this series. They can be read independently of each other. You just miss out on the journey of Ellie and Jordan as well as the variety of characters. Each mystery is separate from the book before.
Ellie Harding a homicide detective and her wife Jordan Carpenter a major.crimes detective, are trying to start a family. Jordan is preparing her body by cutting out alcohol, caffeine and unhealthy foods.
Ellie is trying to solve a 30 yr old murder case where she believes the wrong person served those years behind bars and still claimed his innocence on his death bed. Ellie is followed, shot at and chocked while getting to the bottom of this case which has been closed once again for lack of actual evidence.
Jordan has been called to a homicide scene because the department believes this death involves something much bigger.
I enjoyed this book in the series. I love the interactions of all the characters that are coming along for the ride in this series. They can be read independently of each other. You just miss out on the journey of Ellie and Jordan as well as the variety of characters. Each mystery is separate from the book before.
October 5, 2019
Another great story
I r enjoy the Carpenter/Harding series. I’m excited to see how everything turns out in the next one. The story is well written and keeps the pace fast moving. The 60 year old murder was interesting to see what actually happened. I recommend the series as well as Implications it’s well worth the time.
I r enjoy the Carpenter/Harding series. I’m excited to see how everything turns out in the next one. The story is well written and keeps the pace fast moving. The 60 year old murder was interesting to see what actually happened. I recommend the series as well as Implications it’s well worth the time.
October 9, 2019
Excellent!
I love this series, well written with great characters and wonderful story lines. Looking forward to reading the next one!
I love this series, well written with great characters and wonderful story lines. Looking forward to reading the next one!
November 30, 2019
Excellent series really enjoying the books by this author. Hopefully another book will be coming soon
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