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When Agent Jace Greyson found himself assigned to the new MBLIS branch in New Orleans, he didn't foresee getting wrapped up in a case of theft. However, when the wife of a foreign national is found dead and a necklace worth millions missing, MBLIS is called in to find the necklace and the murderer.

But as the chase twists and turns and more thefts pile up, Greyson and the team step up their game before more dead bodies litter the sides of this treasure hunt.

255 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 4, 2021

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Matt Lincoln

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Matt Lincoln has lived his entire life on the coast and he wouldn't have it any other way. A lifelong fan of Travis McGee, Magnum PI, and just about anyone who knows their way around a boat and a good cigar, Matt now lives where the sand meets the surf with his beautiful wife, a son who reminds him way too much of himself at that age, and an Irish Setter who he can never seem to tire out. Life is good.

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99 reviews
October 29, 2021
Woke gender reference makes.for.bad reading

I have thoroughly enjoyed the previous books from Matt Lincoln. However, when reading this book i had to go back to his character introduction to confirm that the lab tech was only one person. The use of plural pronouns to describe a single person is annoying and grammatically incorrect. I am not a fan of the woke movement and it really disgusts me to see it acknowledged by an author that I have previously enjoyed reading.
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159 reviews1 follower
April 9, 2021
This book needs a serious edit

The story works, mostly and the characters are fun... But, the writer forgot to proofread and certainly did not use an editor.

The typos and careless misspellings became a distraction.

In the bank scene, the writer dropped the name of the thief even though she had not been named/ introduced.

The writer confused cliches: " muddling" the water rather than muddying; "stressing" the truth rather than stretching, etc.

Also used "other night" several times when more specific was needed. And more than once should have been "last night". In my opinion, sloppy writing.

The writer needed to research crime scene processing. The first scene in Marcus' mansion - even to an untrained person, it was obvious the writer did not do his homework on how to treat a crime scene.

I had read 3 of the "Fury" series and never had issues like this. So I was surprised and hope the writer will take more time with rewriting and editing going forward - your characters deserve it.
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499 reviews6 followers
December 13, 2025
Grand Tour of New Orleans
This was a brand-new MBLIS (a new Federal Team that works on cases that cross international borders) branch that Agent Jace Greyson found himself starting to work at, after having worked for the FBI. Getting to know each other as a team, since they all came from different work backgrounds, and like Jace, others were from other places, too.
Their first case lands, and it is a good one. Stolen necklace worth millions.
Following this team as they find their footing and learn to work together was a production that I could see as I read this story. It is a great story and a start for the MBLIS!
Thank you, Matt Lincoln, for a great story.
I received a complimentary copy of this book and this is my honest review.

3 reviews
October 3, 2023
Love this series of MBLIS

OK I have read Coastal fury coastal defender Coastal rumble coastal liberty Costa Rica what happens in Vegas Crescent city crimes What I do not care for In this particular story Was the use of they their them When speaking of Cal.
. It is 1 of the stupidest things this country has ever adapted it doesn't make any sense at all. Other than that I really enjoy this particular story because it was A thief Instead of the usual Crazy killers.






2,966 reviews
January 4, 2026
I almost gave up on this book because the author felt like he must honor the wishes of one of his characters and let the character "identify" as "them, they", etc. That felt like a complete waste of my time and will probably prevent me from reading anything else in this series. I rate this book 3 stars.
250 reviews1 follower
March 12, 2026
Great murder/ theft mystery

I really enjoyed this book with all its twists and turns. It kept me guessing. Although I was able to figure out a few things, I couldn’t figure out everything. Cal and they/ their was confusing at first until I realized it was an expression. I definitely recommend this book.
10 reviews
December 30, 2025
fun story

Good “Who done it”. I could have done with less descriptive content. I like to move through a book faster and excessive description slows me down.
Orpheus, enjoyed the story,
99 reviews
February 2, 2026
Vic's review

I have read a lot of this author's work and this story is one of his finest. He could have left out the woke nonsense . This is a murder story overshadowed by a thievery plot.
19 reviews
January 12, 2021
If

I liked the challenge of the book. But who the heck is or who are the Cal? Is it one person or two? It drove me nuts. Betty
3 reviews
January 25, 2021
Loved the book

Can’t wait for the next adventure of Crescent City Crime Book. I would love to hear more about the search for the lost gem.
1 review
February 16, 2021
Awesome read.

awesome read. Very good descriptive writing. Interesting storyline and characters. Felt like a journey to New Orleans. Try it,you will like it!
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40 reviews
March 11, 2021
Another great seris

Gotta say enjoyed first book in the NO series like the characters there no Holm and Marathon but different personalities are what the world go around.
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25 reviews
April 8, 2021
New Orleans

As an avid Matt Lincoln fan, I'm not sure how I missed this series! As always, I found myself intrigued right to the last word and wanting more!
53 reviews
May 23, 2022
A riveting plot

I enjoyed getting to know these characters. The plot was well written , I look forward to the next installment.leaving you wanting more
54 reviews
March 3, 2026
crime doesn’t pay

Good read well written. Book flowed smoothly with ongoing action. Kept my attention and can’t wait to see what happens next
4 reviews
March 6, 2026
Leave the DEI out please.

Next time please leave the DEI out. It doesn’t add any value to an otherwise good story. Just write a good story.
234 reviews3 followers
March 11, 2026
Blank Pages

I was half way through the book when the book started to have empty pages and missing content. I decided to quit the book and not waste my time.
13 reviews1 follower
December 9, 2025
pronouns

I would have given more stars based on the story but the pronoun use instead oh him or he was very distracting.
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