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Vermilion
Following an auspicious encounter with a Saudi fly fisherman who was in over his head, Locke Christensen embraced the good life in the mountain paradise of Telluride, Colorado. Flush with cash, snowboarding by day and playing harmonica in a blues band by night, the retired FBI criminologist and private detective thought he had put his law enforcement career on ice. But no matter how far you go, the past has a way of catching up with you. When a family member asks for his assistance in solving a baffling missing persons case near his hometown in the Northwoods of Minnesota, Locke finds himself embroiled in a high-stakes game of cat and mouse with a sociopathic killer, hell-bent on bringing the agency he once worked for to its knees. Tenacious and vindictive, the mysterious and deadly "Red" relishes a challenge, and Locke's sense of duty places him directly in the crosshairs. He must decide just how much he is willing to lose to see this killer brought to justice. With more twists and turns than a double black diamond, Vermilion is a gripping thriller that takes you deep into the twisted psyche of the criminal mind.
402 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 1, 2020
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June 14, 2020
I could not put this down! If you love James Patterson you will love this. Very well written, descriptive and captivating.
Mr. Sauer obviously knows about, Minnesota, Telluride, Co. , music, ice hockey and fishing. You could tell he did not make up scenes....that everything came from life experiences. This is what made the story so believable.
The FBI agent, Locke Christensen has retired to Telluride to snowboard and enjoy a musical nightlife, but his hometown in Minnesota beckons him back due to the untimely deaths of 2 FBI agents.
There are loads of twists, some creepy characters, a little romance and enough mystery to keep you turning the pages.
Mr. Sauer obviously knows about, Minnesota, Telluride, Co. , music, ice hockey and fishing. You could tell he did not make up scenes....that everything came from life experiences. This is what made the story so believable.
The FBI agent, Locke Christensen has retired to Telluride to snowboard and enjoy a musical nightlife, but his hometown in Minnesota beckons him back due to the untimely deaths of 2 FBI agents.
There are loads of twists, some creepy characters, a little romance and enough mystery to keep you turning the pages.
June 28, 2020
From the first page to the literal last sentence (!), Vermilion twisted and turned in ways I couldn’t predict. (And I pride myself on being able to figure books out early on!)
This book is gripping. There was ample intrigue to keep me curious and interested, excellent character development to make me attached, and the right amount of oh-my-god-where-did-that-come-from to creep me out!
I enjoyed this book so much that I miss the characters! I hope there’s a sequel because I’m buying it.
This book is gripping. There was ample intrigue to keep me curious and interested, excellent character development to make me attached, and the right amount of oh-my-god-where-did-that-come-from to creep me out!
I enjoyed this book so much that I miss the characters! I hope there’s a sequel because I’m buying it.
November 17, 2020
this is definitely a good first book. it is easy to read and it flows really well. The setting in northernMinnesota is so well described Jeff. makes you feel like you are there.The characters are well developed and you feel like you know them. Te story line is vey good and keeps you engaged through.Twists and turns there are aplenty and there is a smooth transition in and out. I can’t wait for the sequel or the next book. this guy really knows how to write and how to keep you involved. bravo on such a good first effort.I see a good career for this author. Spread the word o this book and follow this author because the best is yet to come!
June 18, 2020
If you like a book that holds your interest, offers plots that surprise you at every page turn and keeps you thinking about it when you've finished reading it - this is the book for you! I have never read a book that captures intimacy in such a sophisticated, honest male manner.
The author's descriptions make you feel like you know the characters and are part of the events occurring - the feelings you experience are very real!
I definitely will purchase the sequel if there is one!
The author's descriptions make you feel like you know the characters and are part of the events occurring - the feelings you experience are very real!
I definitely will purchase the sequel if there is one!
February 28, 2021
This was a great debut novel! It kept me hanging at the end, eager to read the second book. Jeff Sauer develops his characters & storyline very well. Truly suspenseful with details to the settings that only a person who has spent a lot of time in both places would know. I was drawn in to the main characters very quickly. I especially appreciated that he kept the language & violence to a minimum. In my opinion, these are not enhance the plot or storyline, but take away from it.
June 9, 2020
Jeff Sauer's "Vermilion" is brilliant from beginning to end. Is there a serial killer on the loose? Are they part of the FBI? The vivid writing transported me into the minds of the characters...one by one! So thought provoking and mesmerizing. I could not put the book down. If you like suspense, intrigue and colorful characters, this is the book for you. I give it five stars.
June 11, 2020
Jeff Sauer has crafted a masterful suspense murder mystery novel in Vermilion. The characters are well rounded and believable; the action is exciting and nail biting; the story moves seamlessly, weaving through a myriad of scenarios to reach its ultimate conclusion. A thoroughly enjoyable read that keeps you on the edge of your seat until the end. Can’t wait for the sequel!
June 15, 2020
Me and my guy both read it, he prefers non-fiction and I prefer fiction. That being said Vermilion took us both on a mystery/murder/thrill ride that kept us entertained throughout and eagerly waiting on the sequel. The characters and story are very believable and makes it a page-turner you won’t want to put down.
June 19, 2020
An exquisite tale of twists and turns, a real page turner, best book I’ve read this year. A must read.
As the authors first book, I’d say quit your day job, and keep writing. Very descriptive intense story line. I was hoping half way through, a sequel would be in the works. Truly a talented writer now coming out for us all to enjoy.
Thank you, Jeff Sauer.
Rebecca Lucas
As the authors first book, I’d say quit your day job, and keep writing. Very descriptive intense story line. I was hoping half way through, a sequel would be in the works. Truly a talented writer now coming out for us all to enjoy.
Thank you, Jeff Sauer.
Rebecca Lucas
June 29, 2020
Wonder first book! Narrative writing was great, and descriptive writing was out of this world! Clearly well documented. Lots of twists and turns and well thought through characters. Sometimes the many minor characters get to be too many to remember, but the main characters are strong and true. Really well done for a first book, so am looking forward to a sequel!
August 19, 2020
I admit I am not an avid reader. With that said, this book held my interest beyond my expectations! I would have to force myself to put it down to go to bed, only to find myself getting up to read another chapter or more. I am so impressed that this is the author’s, Jeff Sauer, debut novel. I am anxiously waiting for his next book. Excellent read!
September 25, 2020
This novel is completely spellbinding! This mystery was recommended to me by a friend, to whom I am now indebted. This is an AWESOME book with so many hair-raising twists and turns that I could not put it down. It keeps you guessing right up to literally the very last line. I am looking forward to the next novel that Jeff Sauer writes. Buy this book! You will NOT be sorry!
July 13, 2020
Great read!!! The first couple of chapters are slow but filled with important information. Once it gets going you will not want to put it down. Every page has a new plot twist that you would not expect. Can't wait to see what else Jeff Sauer writes.
August 4, 2020
This book is a very well written murder/ mystery.It keeps you guessing right up to the end. The characters are so well described in detail, you feel like you really get to know them. I hope this is the first of many books by this author.
November 13, 2020
I really enjoyed reading this book. I couldn't put it down! the characters were great and living in Colorado I could really relate to the storyline. Very suspenseful and intriguing. I was hooked right from the start. I can't wait to read the next book!
February 28, 2021
One of the best suspenseful thrillers I’ve read in awhile! This book is just shy of 400 pages and I read it in just over a week, that’s the fastest I’ve ever read a book of this size, I couldn’t put it down! I am impatiently awaiting more!
March 12, 2024
This was a thriller, with lots of twists and turns. It kept me scratching my head about how the mystery was going to unfold. It is a darker thriller so be ready for some intense moments. It will keep you on edge and give you an insatiable desire to continue reading and wonder what will happen next.
June 9, 2020
I love mysteries. Especially ones involving serial killers. Great first novel from a new author!
June 26, 2020
Very interesting characters,dark and suspencful. Kept me guessing until the very end.
July 26, 2020
Brilliantly written! Couldn’t put this book down! Can’t wait for the sequel!
November 19, 2020
Thrilling!
March 27, 2021
Great first book, hopefully the first of many, from Jeff Sauer! A book that winds its way to a climax and before you know it you can’t put it down.
November 14, 2021
Great job Jeff for your first book. I'm sure many more will come. Although not my genre, I'm sure anyone who loves crime dramas and murder mysteries will be enthralled. I was surprised how quickly it moved and how you kept my attention so easily. The story and characters were well written and I believe you have a big future in writing.
June 10, 2020
It made me cry...it made me laugh...and it kept me in suspense! All the things that makes a mystery GREAT! I was so bummed when I'd finished it, because I didn't want it to end! I don't have a lot of time to read, so a few physical aspects of books are important to me. First, the print can't be small - and the font and size were perfect on this book - made reading easy. Second, the chapter breaks made it easy to pick up from where I had left off and continue reading. These aspects make reading a well-written book (like this one) so enjoyable!
September 9, 2020
Loved this book. The story is so engaging. I usually have a pretty good idea of what is going to happen but not in this book. Couldn't put it down. The characters are very well developed. I felt like I knew them personally. I loved all the Minnesota references. Can't wait for the sequel!
March 27, 2022
I was hooked from the beginning! I started and finished this book in the same day because I simply couldn’t wait to see what happened next! The characters and storyline were completely engaging. I could picture everything in my mind’s eye as I devoured the pages. I absolutely can’t wait to read the sequel!
July 10, 2020
Keeps you on your toes!
Such a great book- very fast read with short chapters that keep you intrigued the entire time! Plots twists and great character development. Highly recommend to people who love a good murder mystery that is very well written!
Such a great book- very fast read with short chapters that keep you intrigued the entire time! Plots twists and great character development. Highly recommend to people who love a good murder mystery that is very well written!
July 24, 2022
Spine tingling. Could not put it down. Surprising twists and turns. Love the detail the author puts into his book.
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