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Crescent City Crimes #1
Treasure Hunt
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.
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.
- GenresMystery
255 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 4, 2021
About the author
Matt Lincoln
107 books68 followersMatt 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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Displaying 1 - 26 of 26 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
May 5, 2026
I am so happy I was introduced to Matt Lincoln - love everything I've read by him so far! Jace is new to the Military Border Liaison Intelligence Service in New Orleans. $30 Million Dollar necklace is stolen and wife was murdered. They figure out who thief but she's always 2 steps ahead of them. They set a trap for her at an auction. She's fast and almost gets away until she jumps to a roof with no way down. Jace surprises everybody when he also jumps to the roof and finally arrests her. Lots of action and I couldn't put this book down.
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.
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.
May 19, 2026
author has terminal pronounitis
Book was not bad but the writer seems obsessed with a sort of woke need to rewrite the English language. There are just three third person singular pronouns and you don’t get to change that because of fleeting political ideology and orthodoxy. It was sufficiently annoying and distracting that I shall not read any more of his hers its or their books.
Book was not bad but the writer seems obsessed with a sort of woke need to rewrite the English language. There are just three third person singular pronouns and you don’t get to change that because of fleeting political ideology and orthodoxy. It was sufficiently annoying and distracting that I shall not read any more of his hers its or their books.
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.
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.
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.
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,
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,
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.
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.
April 28, 2026
Really good mystery, romance, crime story
The location and character development is very good and believable. Even the "new" Federal law enforcement agency! I will definitely look forward to another lesson from Professor \Agent Jace Greyson!
The location and character development is very good and believable. Even the "new" Federal law enforcement agency! I will definitely look forward to another lesson from Professor \Agent Jace Greyson!
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
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
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.
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.
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!
awesome read. Very good descriptive writing. Interesting storyline and characters. Felt like a journey to New Orleans. Try it,you will like it!
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.
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.
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!
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!
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
I enjoyed getting to know these characters. The plot was well written , I look forward to the next installment.leaving you wanting more
December 29, 2025
Looking forward to reading the next book!
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
Good read well written. Book flowed smoothly with ongoing action. Kept my attention and can’t wait to see what happens next
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.
Next time please leave the DEI out. It doesn’t add any value to an otherwise good story. Just write a good story.
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.
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.
April 29, 2026
enjoyable read
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Although the writing at times seemed simplistic, the action and humor held my attention. Enjoy!
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Although the writing at times seemed simplistic, the action and humor held my attention. Enjoy!
May 5, 2026
Thoroughly enjoyed
The book gives a great introduction into Jace Greyson and his team at MBLIS. I appreciate a book that makes you think ahead to try and figure out where it is heading. This book does just that. I look forward to future books in the series.
The book gives a great introduction into Jace Greyson and his team at MBLIS. I appreciate a book that makes you think ahead to try and figure out where it is heading. This book does just that. I look forward to future books in the series.
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.
I would have given more stars based on the story but the pronoun use instead oh him or he was very distracting.
December 22, 2025
I really enjoyed reading this book and am now on Book 2.
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