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M for Murder
Twenty-Six Letters. But only one Killer?
In 1989 the Alphabet Killer, Professor Rodney Boone, murdered eight students. The victims, 'A' to 'H', were each found with their surname initial carved into their neck. Victim nine narrowly escaped and the murderer was left to burn to death.
Eight years later and rookie police officer, Rebecca Angell, is thrown headlong into assisting a murder investigation. A body is found floating in the sewer, bearing the initial 'J'. The investigators are convinced they are dealing with a copycat killer, but Boone's body was never recovered…
As Angell scrambles to uncover the truth, the body count continues to rise, and it soon becomes apparent that the killer is intent on completing the alphabet…
*** This book was previously published as Dead Letter Day ***
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Keri Beevis
26 books1,848 followersHi, I'm Keri Beevis, and I'm the author of the bestselling psychological suspense thrillers, Deep Dark Secrets, Dying To Tell, The Sleepover, and The Summer House.
Other titles I've written include Trust No One, Every Little Breath, The People Next Door, and The House in the Woods (previously released as The Boat House).
I am signed with Boldwood Books and my twelfth thriller, Nowhere To Hide is out 2nd April.
You can find out more about me on my website.
https://keribeevis.com/
Other titles I've written include Trust No One, Every Little Breath, The People Next Door, and The House in the Woods (previously released as The Boat House).
I am signed with Boldwood Books and my twelfth thriller, Nowhere To Hide is out 2nd April.
You can find out more about me on my website.
https://keribeevis.com/
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September 27, 2023
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M for Murder by Keri Beevis is an engrossing and fast paced standalone thriller. (This book was previously published as Dead Letter Day in 2013.)
Eight years ago, the ninth victim of The Alphabet Killer escaped. With her escape came the identification of the serial killer as Professor Rodney Boone an English Professor from the college. During the escape, the professor was stabbed twice and the basement kill room was set on fire. No body was discovered and the killings stopped.
Present day. The killings have resumed right where they left off in the alphabet. Rookie cop, Rebecca Angell is excited to be assisting the two FBI agents assigned to the case. She soon finds that not every investigator plays by the rules.
The investigators are convinced they are dealing with a copycat killer, but Boone’s body was never found. Is Professor Boone back or is someone else finishing The Alphabet Killers letters?
I have to say that this plot pulled me in and did not let up. There are several red herrings and plot twists that constantly had me questioning who the killer may be. I did not guess the killer or the twisted ending correctly and that makes me very happy. I was disappointed in Rebecca. She was always hot-headed and confrontational. The male characters were difficult and chauvinistic, but I would have really liked Rebecca to have handled her frustration and temper better.
The thriller plot is great and because of that and the surprise twist ending I recommend this book for an engrossing read.
M for Murder by Keri Beevis is an engrossing and fast paced standalone thriller. (This book was previously published as Dead Letter Day in 2013.)
Eight years ago, the ninth victim of The Alphabet Killer escaped. With her escape came the identification of the serial killer as Professor Rodney Boone an English Professor from the college. During the escape, the professor was stabbed twice and the basement kill room was set on fire. No body was discovered and the killings stopped.
Present day. The killings have resumed right where they left off in the alphabet. Rookie cop, Rebecca Angell is excited to be assisting the two FBI agents assigned to the case. She soon finds that not every investigator plays by the rules.
The investigators are convinced they are dealing with a copycat killer, but Boone’s body was never found. Is Professor Boone back or is someone else finishing The Alphabet Killers letters?
I have to say that this plot pulled me in and did not let up. There are several red herrings and plot twists that constantly had me questioning who the killer may be. I did not guess the killer or the twisted ending correctly and that makes me very happy. I was disappointed in Rebecca. She was always hot-headed and confrontational. The male characters were difficult and chauvinistic, but I would have really liked Rebecca to have handled her frustration and temper better.
The thriller plot is great and because of that and the surprise twist ending I recommend this book for an engrossing read.
February 24, 2020
M for Murder is a superb standalone thriller previously published as Dead Letter Day in 2013 and was Beevis’s debut effort. It’s 1989 and sinister serial killer Professor Rodney Boone, nicknamed The Alphabet Killer as he had a penchant for carving the victim’s initials into each of their necks, supposedly perished in a deadly house fire, however, his remains were never recovered. The killings ceased after that so the police believed he had definitely died. Fast forward eight years to 1997 and feisty newbie cop Rebecca Angell has been called in to help the FBI investigate a spurt of new murders with exactly the same modus operandi as Boone’. The police cannot be sure that this isn’t Rodney himself; it’s either him or they have a brutal copycat killer on their hands. Regardless of who it is they must be stopped before another person dies.
M for Murder is an addictive read from the get-go and you are pulled into the story from the first couple of pages. It was very cleverly written with a plethora of twists, turns, reveals and misdirection. It’s a captivating read and I raced through it in a couple of hours on a rainy, cold afternoon curled up with a cuppa; I never put the book down from the moment I picked it up until I had finished. This is a fantastic debut from Ms Beevis and although I read a tonne of thrillers this one certainly kept me guessing the whole way through. This is a fast-paced story with a well developed and interesting cast of characters who grew on me as the narrative progressed. If you enjoy strong characters and storytelling, twisty narratives and an exciting mystery then you can’t go wrong with M for Murder. An entertaining and thoroughly engrossing read. Many thanks to Bloodhound Books for an ARC.
M for Murder is an addictive read from the get-go and you are pulled into the story from the first couple of pages. It was very cleverly written with a plethora of twists, turns, reveals and misdirection. It’s a captivating read and I raced through it in a couple of hours on a rainy, cold afternoon curled up with a cuppa; I never put the book down from the moment I picked it up until I had finished. This is a fantastic debut from Ms Beevis and although I read a tonne of thrillers this one certainly kept me guessing the whole way through. This is a fast-paced story with a well developed and interesting cast of characters who grew on me as the narrative progressed. If you enjoy strong characters and storytelling, twisty narratives and an exciting mystery then you can’t go wrong with M for Murder. An entertaining and thoroughly engrossing read. Many thanks to Bloodhound Books for an ARC.
February 26, 2020
I’m now onto my third book by Keri Beevis and I can say that once again, this was very enjoyable. A bit different to her other novels, this was a crime story that I truly relished, seeing the plot unfold and guessing the perpetrator.
As readers follow Rebecca’s investigations, it is ambiguous who is behind these murders. Is it Rodney? Has he returned from apparently being dead? The journey that Rebecca goes on with her FBI agent friend, Joel, is intriguing. Especially as the murders seem to be a repeat of what we were committed in the past.
In her previous books, the writer provides a love interest that gradually builds over the story. However, this time the relationship between Rebecca and Joel is more vague. It does not really take full attention. Instead, Beevis simply suggests that there is a potential romantic interest. Even at the end, it is unclear whether these two characters will really establish a relationship. The lack of romance in this story was a surprise after my previous reads. Yet, this is what makes this book a bit different to her other stories. There is definitely more of a focus on the crime unfolding, rather than establishing relationships between colleagues.
Working my way through the novel, undoubtedly the pace intensifies. I felt like I shared Rebecca’s journey as she was trying to discover who has committed the murders. I liked the fact that it was unclear who was committing these crimes and many times had my theories blown out of the water!
This was a different story and did not feel like an echo of other crime fiction out there. The premise of alphabet murdering was a clever idea as it forced me to pay more attention to the characters surnames – trying to anticipate who would be the next victim. The shift in time between the original murders and the ones Rebecca is investigating was a seamless transition and it felt natural when the past narrative was brought into focus.
Once again, Beevis has created another enjoyable read. I cannot fault it and am relishing reading her novels. This was an appealing crime fiction read and the characters were likeable. I could not predict the closing and felt as much in the dark as Rebecca. Great fiction!
With thanks to Bloodhound books for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
As readers follow Rebecca’s investigations, it is ambiguous who is behind these murders. Is it Rodney? Has he returned from apparently being dead? The journey that Rebecca goes on with her FBI agent friend, Joel, is intriguing. Especially as the murders seem to be a repeat of what we were committed in the past.
In her previous books, the writer provides a love interest that gradually builds over the story. However, this time the relationship between Rebecca and Joel is more vague. It does not really take full attention. Instead, Beevis simply suggests that there is a potential romantic interest. Even at the end, it is unclear whether these two characters will really establish a relationship. The lack of romance in this story was a surprise after my previous reads. Yet, this is what makes this book a bit different to her other stories. There is definitely more of a focus on the crime unfolding, rather than establishing relationships between colleagues.
Working my way through the novel, undoubtedly the pace intensifies. I felt like I shared Rebecca’s journey as she was trying to discover who has committed the murders. I liked the fact that it was unclear who was committing these crimes and many times had my theories blown out of the water!
This was a different story and did not feel like an echo of other crime fiction out there. The premise of alphabet murdering was a clever idea as it forced me to pay more attention to the characters surnames – trying to anticipate who would be the next victim. The shift in time between the original murders and the ones Rebecca is investigating was a seamless transition and it felt natural when the past narrative was brought into focus.
Once again, Beevis has created another enjoyable read. I cannot fault it and am relishing reading her novels. This was an appealing crime fiction read and the characters were likeable. I could not predict the closing and felt as much in the dark as Rebecca. Great fiction!
With thanks to Bloodhound books for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
February 20, 2020
It’s 1989 Professor Rodney Boone nicknamed the Alphabet Killer, killed eight of his students. His Victims ‘A’ to ‘H’ had their initials carved into their necks. There was nearly a ninth but, Boone slipped up and they escaped, and Boone supposedly died in a fire but, his body was never found.
Eight years later in 1997 rooky cop Rebecca Angell has been asked to assist in a murder investigation When they are called to investigate a body in a sewer. When they see the body, it has a J carved in their neck. They suddenly realize that they have a copycat killer on the loose. When another body turn up in the old college Professor Boone used to teach, they know they have a serial killer on their hands, and they need to find them before another person is killed. They go searching over the college campus even speaking to the only survivor of the Alphabet Killer finding any evidence that they can to find them.
Thank you, Bloodhound books, for a copy of M for Murder by Keri Beevis. This Is the first book from the author I have read, and I will make sure too look out for her other books as this was awesome. M for murder is well written novel, with a great plot and characters that I was engrossed from the very first page. It had more twists and turns than a roller coaster but, kept you guessing throughout. I would highly recommend.
Eight years later in 1997 rooky cop Rebecca Angell has been asked to assist in a murder investigation When they are called to investigate a body in a sewer. When they see the body, it has a J carved in their neck. They suddenly realize that they have a copycat killer on the loose. When another body turn up in the old college Professor Boone used to teach, they know they have a serial killer on their hands, and they need to find them before another person is killed. They go searching over the college campus even speaking to the only survivor of the Alphabet Killer finding any evidence that they can to find them.
Thank you, Bloodhound books, for a copy of M for Murder by Keri Beevis. This Is the first book from the author I have read, and I will make sure too look out for her other books as this was awesome. M for murder is well written novel, with a great plot and characters that I was engrossed from the very first page. It had more twists and turns than a roller coaster but, kept you guessing throughout. I would highly recommend.
February 25, 2020
Yet another book were I thought I knew the killer. I’m either losing my touch or the authors are getting better at coming up with brilliant plot twists. I’d like to think this isn’t the end of Angell and Hickok.
December 12, 2025
I'd just graduated high school in Oregon whe the Alphabet Killer began his reign of terror at Juniper College. Eight students were murdered, each with their surname initially carved into their bodies - A to H. When the next victim "I" escaped, the Alphabet Killer was revealed to be Professor Rodney Boone. He died that night when his house went up in flames. now, eight years later, I'm a rookie police officer, and while out on patrol I discover a dead body with the letter "J" carved deep into his flesh. Everyone assumes it's a copycat. It has to be. Boone is dead, isn't he?
I quite enjoyed this book which was previously published as M For Murder. I was kept guessing throughout, and it's filled with twists and tension. The FBI are helping to solve this case and rookie police officer Rebecca Angell is desperate to solve this case. There were a few surprises along the way. This is a fast-paced whodunnit.
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I quite enjoyed this book which was previously published as M For Murder. I was kept guessing throughout, and it's filled with twists and tension. The FBI are helping to solve this case and rookie police officer Rebecca Angell is desperate to solve this case. There were a few surprises along the way. This is a fast-paced whodunnit.
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February 20, 2020
A serial killer Rodney Boone who marked his victims with a letter was supposedly dead. Murders occurred years later, with the alphabet marking, was it a copycat in the making or was Rodney really dead? It took a spunky cop Rebecca Angell helping the FBI to get to the truth.
My second book by author Keri Beevis, this was a spooky read with a sadistic killer completing or continuing the work of the original one. Ms. Beevis's writing painted a haunting picture which left me grappling with the puzzle that these murders were. The characters were varied, some of them quite sexist, but that showed the circumstances of the year in which the book was set in.
The story raced on with each page, the tension in the scenes tightening the noose around me. The subplots were seamless, and they kept me guessing right up to the end. The author knew how to keep me hooked to the story. I thought I could play detective, but half way down, I left the analysis, and just enjoyed the ride to creepy town of the Killer.
Couldn't you guess, it was a fun read...
My second book by author Keri Beevis, this was a spooky read with a sadistic killer completing or continuing the work of the original one. Ms. Beevis's writing painted a haunting picture which left me grappling with the puzzle that these murders were. The characters were varied, some of them quite sexist, but that showed the circumstances of the year in which the book was set in.
The story raced on with each page, the tension in the scenes tightening the noose around me. The subplots were seamless, and they kept me guessing right up to the end. The author knew how to keep me hooked to the story. I thought I could play detective, but half way down, I left the analysis, and just enjoyed the ride to creepy town of the Killer.
Couldn't you guess, it was a fun read...
October 4, 2023
*4.5 stars! Another winner from a favorite author of mine!
I have come to know with absolute certainty that once I pick up a book by Keri Beevis, I am in for an intense, adrenaline fueled ride that will not let up until the final pages. And M FOR MURDER is no exception. The premise was fascinating to me--a serial killer dubbed the Alphabet Killer is moving his way through the alphabet, leaving a trail of victims in his wake. It is up to Rebecca, our protagonist, and a team of inversitgators to find and apprehend the murderer before he completes his twisted game of completing the alphabet.
Be warned that this book will have you reading well into the night, completely engrossed, with no reprieve until the mystery is revealed. And what an ending it is! Twisty and oh so unexpected as only Keri Beevis can do!! Loved it! Can't wait to move onto the next book in this series, D FOR DEAD!! Woo Hoo!!
March 24, 2020
Worst book i eve read.
I read allot so i have unlimited reading. But this book just continued to disappoint from chapter 1. Unlimited is often full of errors but this one goes over with every clique. Clique noun element or idea that had been overused to the point of being trite or irritating.
I like a twisting plot as much as anyone however this book twists to the point of the plot losing its shape.I
I found myself making notes everyone the melodramatic cramp poss me off. Stupid cops. Stupid FBI agents. Paper records, no forensics, rookie cop assigned to work with FUN . No press coverage, shallow stereo type characters and insipid romance.
I read allot so i have unlimited reading. But this book just continued to disappoint from chapter 1. Unlimited is often full of errors but this one goes over with every clique. Clique noun element or idea that had been overused to the point of being trite or irritating.
I like a twisting plot as much as anyone however this book twists to the point of the plot losing its shape.I
I found myself making notes everyone the melodramatic cramp poss me off. Stupid cops. Stupid FBI agents. Paper records, no forensics, rookie cop assigned to work with FUN . No press coverage, shallow stereo type characters and insipid romance.
August 2, 2021
Eight years ago college Alphabet serial killer Professor Rodney Boone was left stabbed in his burning house when a victim escaped. He was presumed dead. Then eight years on the murders started again.
Rookie police officer Rebecca Angell's first case is to assist FBI agents to find the killer. Can Boone really be alive or is there a copy cat murderer?
Rookie police officer Rebecca Angell's first case is to assist FBI agents to find the killer. Can Boone really be alive or is there a copy cat murderer?
November 22, 2022
I read The Sleepover and thought it was well-written and had a good twist so decided to try some of the author's other books but this one is nowhere near as good. The fact that this book is so well-rated is also making me doubt Goodreads, especially when I see some of the 5-star reviews are from people who received a free copy from the publisher and have nothing to add but a plot summary and thanks for the free book.
The characters come across as nothing more than obnoxious charactures of what British people think Americans are like which made the book a real slog to finish. I kept wondering when they were actually going to start doing any actual investigating, but it was just a bunch of crappy banter and sexual harassment until close to the end of the book. I was most of the way through and all they seem to have done was talk to some people on the campus, perform illegal searches, and read through some old files. I get this was set in the late 80s through 90s but they were using forensics including DNA analysis at that time, actually solving crimes(not just bumbling around like keystone cops), and the behavioral analysis unit at the FBI existed. There were also some things that made it seem like they don't understand the US justice system, like the search warrants and also jurisdiction is a thing. I feel like I wouldn't have noticed these issues so much if the story or characters were any good, I'd be more invested in them than noticing inaccuracies.
I found the entire chapter devoted to a stalker to be so so odd. Why was so much detail and time dedicated to something so incredibly pointless that doesn't seem to actually matter? That could've been condensed to a page at most and the way it kept going on made me concerned about the author since it had far more detail than anything that came before or after.
Lastly, I found it distracting when various British terms/phrases kept cropping up since this is supposed to be set in the US. Somebody else listed some they noticed but one that was very overused was "pulling a face". I found it incredibly irritating because we don't use it at all and generally an author should actually describe what face is being made, like scowl, grimace, frown, etc, rather than use language that makes them sound like a child.
I'm going to try some more of Keri Beevis' books but I'm going to avoid anything set in the US and can't recommend this particular novel.
The characters come across as nothing more than obnoxious charactures of what British people think Americans are like which made the book a real slog to finish. I kept wondering when they were actually going to start doing any actual investigating, but it was just a bunch of crappy banter and sexual harassment until close to the end of the book. I was most of the way through and all they seem to have done was talk to some people on the campus, perform illegal searches, and read through some old files. I get this was set in the late 80s through 90s but they were using forensics including DNA analysis at that time, actually solving crimes(not just bumbling around like keystone cops), and the behavioral analysis unit at the FBI existed. There were also some things that made it seem like they don't understand the US justice system, like the search warrants and also jurisdiction is a thing. I feel like I wouldn't have noticed these issues so much if the story or characters were any good, I'd be more invested in them than noticing inaccuracies.
I found the entire chapter devoted to a stalker to be so so odd. Why was so much detail and time dedicated to something so incredibly pointless that doesn't seem to actually matter? That could've been condensed to a page at most and the way it kept going on made me concerned about the author since it had far more detail than anything that came before or after.
Lastly, I found it distracting when various British terms/phrases kept cropping up since this is supposed to be set in the US. Somebody else listed some they noticed but one that was very overused was "pulling a face". I found it incredibly irritating because we don't use it at all and generally an author should actually describe what face is being made, like scowl, grimace, frown, etc, rather than use language that makes them sound like a child.
I'm going to try some more of Keri Beevis' books but I'm going to avoid anything set in the US and can't recommend this particular novel.
October 15, 2020
5⭐️
My first Keri Beevis book and I’m certainly not disappointed.
If you love a fast-faced thriller which is packed with suspense throughout then you’ll love this. At first, the storyline appears to be pretty straightforward however you’re kept guessing right until the end with tangible tension. The author is able to immediately grab your attention from the first chapter.
The ‘Alphabet Killer’, Professor Rodney Boone, murdered 8 students in quick succession in 1989 at Juniper College. His victims were found in the sewers naked with their initials carved into the back of their necks, from ‘A’ to ‘H’. His 9th victim, letter ‘I’, managed to escape and the Professor was presumed dead after his house was found obliterated by a fire.
Fast-forward to 1997 and Rookie cop Rebecca Angell and her partner Boaz find the grisly discovery of a student’s body with the letter ‘J’ carved into the back of their neck after they are alerted by a worker in the sewer. Several other bodies are cropping up following the same pattern down the alphabet. Is the ‘Alphabet Killer’ still at large, could this be a copycat killer or is someone simply attempting to pick up where Prof Boone dropped off?
Can’t wait to read Keri Beevis’ D for Dead now.
My first Keri Beevis book and I’m certainly not disappointed.
If you love a fast-faced thriller which is packed with suspense throughout then you’ll love this. At first, the storyline appears to be pretty straightforward however you’re kept guessing right until the end with tangible tension. The author is able to immediately grab your attention from the first chapter.
The ‘Alphabet Killer’, Professor Rodney Boone, murdered 8 students in quick succession in 1989 at Juniper College. His victims were found in the sewers naked with their initials carved into the back of their necks, from ‘A’ to ‘H’. His 9th victim, letter ‘I’, managed to escape and the Professor was presumed dead after his house was found obliterated by a fire.
Fast-forward to 1997 and Rookie cop Rebecca Angell and her partner Boaz find the grisly discovery of a student’s body with the letter ‘J’ carved into the back of their neck after they are alerted by a worker in the sewer. Several other bodies are cropping up following the same pattern down the alphabet. Is the ‘Alphabet Killer’ still at large, could this be a copycat killer or is someone simply attempting to pick up where Prof Boone dropped off?
Can’t wait to read Keri Beevis’ D for Dead now.
May 15, 2013
The debut novel is out of the top drawer of American cop murder mysteries. Brilliantly written by the scissor wielding psychopathic and frustrated hairdresser, cartoonist turned crime writer,Keri Beevis, this is a book that has everything a thriller lover will seek. Great characters, a great twisting, turning, spiralling, twisted plot! Connecting the exploits of a serial killer, with new murders bearing similar M.O. a beautifully thought out (as much as she admits to not planning) or ingeniously fiendish killer emerges. The final twists are classic, and there are enough little scraps, tantalisingly left as a'what about...?' to keep the reader hoping that there will be a follow up. The characters must live on Keri...more please!
Why was it only runner up Rethink press? This is a winner!
Why was it only runner up Rethink press? This is a winner!
April 13, 2013
Hard to believe this is the debut effort of Keri Beevis! This gripping story gains momentum from page one and never slows. From feisty, rookie officer, Rebecca Angell, who fights her own inner battles as she copes with an inept, sexist partner to Rodney Boone, the damaged, tormented serial killer, Beevis crafts believable characters and a thrilling whodunit that brings to mind the style of Tami Hoag. The author expertly weaves several plot lines together and neatly ties off, leaving no loose ends. I was kept guessing until the unexpected end and to me that is the mark of a master storyteller. Beevis gets the pace just right. I can't wait to see what she comes up with next!
February 26, 2020
M for Murder by Keri Beevis is a gripping crime thriller that is sure to have you turning the pages faster and faster as you navigate your way through all the twists and turns dying to get to the truth.
This is my first book by Keri Beevis and Wow, what a ride! I am such a huge fan of stories centered around serial killers. Some might even call it an obsession, but I can’t get enough serial killer reading in fiction and nonfiction. I probably even belong to every serial killer group on Facebook as well. But, enough about me and more on this story.
This is NOT a scary book by any means and it is definitely more crime/thriller. We never “hear” the voice of the serial killer, but we do get plenty of suspects thrown into the serial killer pool. I will admit this story threw me for a loop because I could not figure out who the killer might be or even if it was the same killer from the original murders from 1989. Beevis definitely throws in a lot of red herrings into the mix which kept the story flowing. I do have to say there are MANY twists to this story and quite frankly I didn’t see any of them coming. I was completely blown away.
Rookie police officer, Rebecca Angell, has only been a police officer for a little under a month in Juniper, Oregon before she is thrust into the investigation of a new spout of killings. Her partner, Victor Boaz, is lazy and has no respect for women, which made doing her job all the harder. When the FBI are called in for the murder investigation, Rebecca finds herself fighting her attraction to one of the feds while keeping her head in the game as she searches for a killer with very little help from her partner. But, as Rebecca gets closer to the truth, she may have also caught the eye of a killer.
I absolutely adored Rebecca. She is fiesty, doesn’t take any crap from anyone, including her partner. She is not a rule breaker and believes in the law and following the law. She wants to make a difference. When the murder investigation falls into her lap, she is ready and quite capable of handling her own. Her determination is very strong. Rebecca is definitely a very strong and likeable well thought out character who I was rooting for.
M for Murder is a fast-paced, twisty police procedural that will make your head spin while shocking you time after time as little pieces of the puzzle start to become clear. This is definitely a five star read for me. My only complaint is this has not been turned into a series, although I do know there is a second book featuring Rebecca Angell that I will have to read soon.
This is my first book by Keri Beevis and Wow, what a ride! I am such a huge fan of stories centered around serial killers. Some might even call it an obsession, but I can’t get enough serial killer reading in fiction and nonfiction. I probably even belong to every serial killer group on Facebook as well. But, enough about me and more on this story.
This is NOT a scary book by any means and it is definitely more crime/thriller. We never “hear” the voice of the serial killer, but we do get plenty of suspects thrown into the serial killer pool. I will admit this story threw me for a loop because I could not figure out who the killer might be or even if it was the same killer from the original murders from 1989. Beevis definitely throws in a lot of red herrings into the mix which kept the story flowing. I do have to say there are MANY twists to this story and quite frankly I didn’t see any of them coming. I was completely blown away.
Rookie police officer, Rebecca Angell, has only been a police officer for a little under a month in Juniper, Oregon before she is thrust into the investigation of a new spout of killings. Her partner, Victor Boaz, is lazy and has no respect for women, which made doing her job all the harder. When the FBI are called in for the murder investigation, Rebecca finds herself fighting her attraction to one of the feds while keeping her head in the game as she searches for a killer with very little help from her partner. But, as Rebecca gets closer to the truth, she may have also caught the eye of a killer.
I absolutely adored Rebecca. She is fiesty, doesn’t take any crap from anyone, including her partner. She is not a rule breaker and believes in the law and following the law. She wants to make a difference. When the murder investigation falls into her lap, she is ready and quite capable of handling her own. Her determination is very strong. Rebecca is definitely a very strong and likeable well thought out character who I was rooting for.
M for Murder is a fast-paced, twisty police procedural that will make your head spin while shocking you time after time as little pieces of the puzzle start to become clear. This is definitely a five star read for me. My only complaint is this has not been turned into a series, although I do know there is a second book featuring Rebecca Angell that I will have to read soon.
February 25, 2020
Rodney Boone was a serial killer, known as the Alphabet Killer due to his habit of carving a letter into his victims skin. When one of his victims escaped he had been stabbed and the house set alight. He died in the fire and the killings stopped.
But now 8 years later, rookie cop, Rebecca Angell and her partner Vic, have found a body in the sewer with the letter J carved into his skin. Is this a copycat?
The FBI turn up to take over the investigation, and Rebecca and Vic are to help. She’s feisty and determined and takes no nonsense from anyone, but will this put her in danger? Can they catch the killer before anyone else dies?
With great characters, some likeable and some just downright creepy, this is a fast paced, twisty whodunnit and is completely unputdownable.
Thank you to Bloodhound Books for the opportunity to take part in the publication day party, for the promotional materials and a free copy of the ebook. This is my honest, unbiased review
But now 8 years later, rookie cop, Rebecca Angell and her partner Vic, have found a body in the sewer with the letter J carved into his skin. Is this a copycat?
The FBI turn up to take over the investigation, and Rebecca and Vic are to help. She’s feisty and determined and takes no nonsense from anyone, but will this put her in danger? Can they catch the killer before anyone else dies?
With great characters, some likeable and some just downright creepy, this is a fast paced, twisty whodunnit and is completely unputdownable.
Thank you to Bloodhound Books for the opportunity to take part in the publication day party, for the promotional materials and a free copy of the ebook. This is my honest, unbiased review
February 26, 2020
Keri Beevis has knocked it out of the park yet again with this masterpiece of a mystery thriller.
This story had all the elements needed for a great story. So many unanswered questions.
Did Rodney survive the fire?
Is he back to continue with alphabet?
Who are his brothers? Where are they now?
Is there a copycat serial killer?
I really enjoyed this story, the action and mystery is non stop throughout. There's always a new mystery or connection at every turn.
You'll be a fool to not get this book. I loved the fact that Rachel Angell was completely dedicated to her job. She felt she had a point to prove to all those in her life, her parents didn't have confidence in her, her colleagues tend to look down on her because she is a female. Yet, due to these people not believing in her, this gives her more motivation. And, with this motivation comes results.
This story had all the elements needed for a great story. So many unanswered questions.
Did Rodney survive the fire?
Is he back to continue with alphabet?
Who are his brothers? Where are they now?
Is there a copycat serial killer?
I really enjoyed this story, the action and mystery is non stop throughout. There's always a new mystery or connection at every turn.
You'll be a fool to not get this book. I loved the fact that Rachel Angell was completely dedicated to her job. She felt she had a point to prove to all those in her life, her parents didn't have confidence in her, her colleagues tend to look down on her because she is a female. Yet, due to these people not believing in her, this gives her more motivation. And, with this motivation comes results.
August 4, 2015
Good crime fiction with some great twists at the end that I didn’t predict at all.
Rebecca Angell is the rookie cop in the Juniper Police Department. Following the re-emergence of the ‘Alphabet killings’, Angell assists the FBI with the investigation in a race against time before more murders take place.
This is an entertaining read that keeps the reader guessing until the very end of the book. I liked the interaction between the characters and the twist-filled plot. In my opinion the storyline did veer to the ridiculous at times in terms of assumptions and actions of cops and Feds, but that didn’t stop it from being an amusing and enjoyable read. Good book, recommended.
Rebecca Angell is the rookie cop in the Juniper Police Department. Following the re-emergence of the ‘Alphabet killings’, Angell assists the FBI with the investigation in a race against time before more murders take place.
This is an entertaining read that keeps the reader guessing until the very end of the book. I liked the interaction between the characters and the twist-filled plot. In my opinion the storyline did veer to the ridiculous at times in terms of assumptions and actions of cops and Feds, but that didn’t stop it from being an amusing and enjoyable read. Good book, recommended.
February 26, 2020
The story centres around rookie cop Rebecca Angell. She has graduated and moved from a small town to Juniper in Oregon where she hopes she will see more action, but only a few weeks into the job she is partnered with lazy slob Vic Boaz and wondering if things will get better than tackling street crime. Then they come across a mutilated body in a sewer and suddenly find themselves helping the FBI in the hunt for a serial killer. It may be one called Rodney Boone, dubbed “The Alphabet Killer” who had a killing spree at Juniper University eight years ago and everyone presumed had died when his last victim escaped his clutches. As more bodies turn up fitting Boone’s pattern the authorities fear that a copycat or devotee is on the loose, picking up where Boone left off and determined to complete the 26 murders. A good suspect is identified but could it really be that obvious? And who is the strange stalker following a professor’s wife? The race is on to catch a clever killer who is leaving little by way of evidence or witnesses. Although well written with a great ending, I found there was little in the way of tension or suspense until the very last part of the book, and some parts felt a bit unrealistic. You would expect after even 2 murders on a campus (especially one with such a grisly history) for there to be mass panic and media attention, but the students, staff and even the police all seemed quite laid back about the whole situation. Also I would have expected a large homicide team to be helping the FBI, not two street cops, one an inexperienced probationer at that. However the plot was clever and intriguing, with maybe just a few physical impracticalities for the killer overlooked at times. Angell’s love/hate relationship with one of the agents was interesting but didn’t always work for me. There is plenty of scope for that to develop if this becomes a series which I hope it will as I would be interested to read more about Rebecca Angell and see the character progress. 3.5/4*
February 26, 2020
M for Marvellous
I’ve read the last two Keri Beevis books and loved them so was eager to get my hands on M for Murder. From the moment I turned the first page to the last word I was hooked, not just by the enticing first scene but by the way the author immediately grabs your attention. She focuses you on the lead character, sets up their back story then boom, you are off on an intense investigation to solve a string of murders. I admit there were some scenes where my heart beat faster and my head shouted out to the victims, the tension was tangible. There are clues throughout the book, cleverly laid amongst the red herrings. There is also an element of sexual tension between the characters on the case, a touch of banter and attraction combine to add a hint of romantic suspense. As always the author ties up every loose end, leaving you satisfied by a story well told, but then wanting more. Which is good because there’s a sequel on the way ! Congratulations to the author. Can’t wait for the next one.
I’ve read the last two Keri Beevis books and loved them so was eager to get my hands on M for Murder. From the moment I turned the first page to the last word I was hooked, not just by the enticing first scene but by the way the author immediately grabs your attention. She focuses you on the lead character, sets up their back story then boom, you are off on an intense investigation to solve a string of murders. I admit there were some scenes where my heart beat faster and my head shouted out to the victims, the tension was tangible. There are clues throughout the book, cleverly laid amongst the red herrings. There is also an element of sexual tension between the characters on the case, a touch of banter and attraction combine to add a hint of romantic suspense. As always the author ties up every loose end, leaving you satisfied by a story well told, but then wanting more. Which is good because there’s a sequel on the way ! Congratulations to the author. Can’t wait for the next one.
May 21, 2020
A killer has been targeting the students of a local college in Juniper and the similarities are eerily similar to the serial killings that occurred on that same campus in 1989. Professor Rodney Boone murdered eight students in 1989; 'A' through 'H' being carved in the back of their neck, respectively. It was believed that Rodney Boone perished in a fire when his attempt to kill victim number 9 (‘I’) was unsuccessful and she narrowly escaped.
Flash forward eight years and a body is found floating in the sewer, bearing the initial 'J'. Boone's body was never recovered; could these be copycat murders? Rookie police officer, Rebecca Angell is up for the challenge she’s always wanted but can she uncover the truth before the next victim is uncovered and the alphabet is completed?
I thought this was a great read. It kept me on the edge of my seat and I was second guessing the outcome along the way. I would definitely recommend.
Flash forward eight years and a body is found floating in the sewer, bearing the initial 'J'. Boone's body was never recovered; could these be copycat murders? Rookie police officer, Rebecca Angell is up for the challenge she’s always wanted but can she uncover the truth before the next victim is uncovered and the alphabet is completed?
I thought this was a great read. It kept me on the edge of my seat and I was second guessing the outcome along the way. I would definitely recommend.
August 23, 2021
This was a perfectly adequate serial killer book I just didn't connect with the characters and I found the story hard to follow. In my defense I listened to this one on audio and all the rapid time jumps became confusing when I couldn't see them occurring on the page. There were a lot of male characters including multiple teachers and a set of brothers and I just couldn't be bothered to make that much of an effort in keeping it all straight. They were all just awful sexist jerks and the main character Rebecca kept letting them walk all over her. I understand the misogynistic nature of law enforcement and not wanting to "make trouble" for herself but she went a step further by being attracted to one of the worst. There are so many kick-ass women in thrillers/crime fiction I wanted more from her than bland weakness. In the end none of the details really mattered so I feel like I did get the impact of the plot twist. The story was fine but it didn't blow me away.
February 18, 2016
I'm not one for writing long, drawn out reviews of books, but I think it helps the authors to rate the book and say whether you found it enjoyable or not. So, I would like to say a few words regarding this debut novel from Keri Beevis.
This book was brought to my attention through reading groups on Facebook, and I decided to purchase it to take on holiday to Brazil with me.
The story itself is captivating, refreshingly written and full of twists and turns from start to finish, following the exploits of police officer Rebecca Angell.
Having enjoyed this book, I can recommend it to any fan of detective or crime fiction, and I'm sure once you've read it you will be reaching for the second novel from Keri, just like I have!
This book was brought to my attention through reading groups on Facebook, and I decided to purchase it to take on holiday to Brazil with me.
The story itself is captivating, refreshingly written and full of twists and turns from start to finish, following the exploits of police officer Rebecca Angell.
Having enjoyed this book, I can recommend it to any fan of detective or crime fiction, and I'm sure once you've read it you will be reaching for the second novel from Keri, just like I have!
November 15, 2020
a debut novel also published under the title M For Murder. The book is set in Oregon & California jumping back & forth between 1963-1997. A search for a serial killer who hunts on a college campus and uses the alphabet to pick victims. An eight year hiatus between murders reignites an investigation with too many characters, unprofessional police & FBI officers, and disjointed language and errors. After reading I looked up the author who is apparently British but with the book set in the U.S. Language such as "whilst" way too many times, bin liner, packet meals, take away food, football pitch, & a character named Lawrence who was called Larry on some pages & Lawrie on others. Disjointed with too many characters but an actual OK mystery and surprise the killer
April 19, 2013
When a serial killer disappears after being stabbed by his last surviving victim and he is presumed dead, similar murders begin to take place again later. Excellent story telling, turns and twists and good mystery. As a male reader I was a little disappointing that there were no descent male characters in the story; almost all men in this book do or say something demeaning. The end of the book had many twists that even I (who loves picking stories apart and figuring them out) did not see some of them coming. Definitely recommend this read for any murder, mystery fan.
September 5, 2020
This is a brilliant crime thriller. With a serial killer using the letters of the alphabet to brand their victims and no clues to their identity, the Police have their hands full.
The killings started several years ago and when he got to I, Jennifer Isaacs managed to escape but what happened to the killer?
Angell and Hickok have to determine if it’s the old killer taking these people’s lives or a new killer.
This is a gripping read that well and truly had me hooked.
The killings started several years ago and when he got to I, Jennifer Isaacs managed to escape but what happened to the killer?
Angell and Hickok have to determine if it’s the old killer taking these people’s lives or a new killer.
This is a gripping read that well and truly had me hooked.
August 24, 2021
Why, oh why, does no editor read this woman's book and edit out the things that only British people say? Why does she keep setting books in the US if she can't write using American English? Every one of her books is filled with British-isms and it's so distracting.
Aside from that, the mystery was pretty good but the Cops were annoying so I doubt I'll continue with this series
Aside from that, the mystery was pretty good but the Cops were annoying so I doubt I'll continue with this series
April 8, 2022
Almost didn’t finish. The story was so implausible I think it should have been called “Threat Level Murder”. Not sure if this was a British book that was mangled for the American market, but the characters names, speech patterns and narration were decidedly not American. The police behavior was bizarre and the characters were 1 dimensional stereotypes.
January 7, 2018
kept me gripped until the end
April 14, 2022
Bad not sure how it got such high ratings. Unlikeable characters completely unbelievable love connection and convoluted mystery
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