Riptides, Wrath and Murder

Crystal Coast Cases #3

by A.M. Ialacci

She wanted sun and surf. The waves gave her a wet corpse.
It’s been all work and no play for PI Allie Fox since moving to coastal North Carolina, and she’s in desperate need of a relaxing day at the beach. When a dead man washes up on the sand, Allie can’t help but examine the body. Everyone says local surfer Ebbie Watkins was a nice guy, and the police are ready to call it an accident. But Allie isn’t convinced. Then Ebbie's estranged son hires her to take the case, and she begins to unravel the victim's darker side, uncovering a trail of bitterness, deceit, and wrath. Allie tracks down every lead only to come up empty. When she is attacked, she must face her own vulnerability in order to find the killer in their midst before he strikes again.Riptides, Wrath, and Murder continues the story of the Crystal Coast Case series. If you like Melinda Leigh, Lisa Gray, or Claire McGowan, you’ll love A. M. Ialacci’s gripping story of sun-drenched murder.

260 pages, Paperback

First published March 24, 2021

About the author

Growing up on a steady diet of Murder She Wrote and Nancy Drew, it wasn't until Anna left her twenty-year teaching career that she realized she might be able to write her own mystery. Single mom to a teenager on the autism spectrum, and living in a multigenerational household, she loves the beach, reading Scandinavian crime fiction, and binging on Netflix. Anna is the winner of the Occasions, Just Write Writing Contest 2018, and a runner up in the Writer's Domain One Sentence Story Contest 2018.

Reviews

[Diane · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love this series! She knows how to write a story with a twist and good stuff in between!

[Elizabeth · Rating 5 out of 5]

ADDICTING!

Compelling and Captivating!

Riptides, Wrath and Murder is a story that will draw you right in! I was completely hooked right from the start. It is so well written the words just flow so easily and I immediately got lost in the pages. I love these characters. They feel so real.

A. M. Ialacci delivers a thrilling tale that will keep you on your toes and guessing until the very end! Another great mystery added to this series. A series which I absolutely LOVE!

[ROBIN RUIZ · Rating 4 out of 5]

Allie is a P.I. Her boyfriend is not too happy with her career choice, as he feels it is way too dangerous.
They arrive at the beach to watch a surfing competition when a body washes up on shore. No one wants her working this case, not the Chief of Police nor the Medical Examiner.
Allie was so much fun to read, such a well developed character as I found all the characters to be. A great mystery that will have you turning the pages is well past your bedtime.

This is my first read by this author, this book is the third in a series but I did not feel lost. I look forward to reading many more books by this author!

[Annie McDonnell · Rating 5 out of 5]

A must read! Full review coming! A top Read of mine for the year! Her books stand alone!

[Phyllis Jones Pisanelli Reviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

Riptides, Wrath and Murder is the 3rd installment of the Crystal Coast Case Series by A.M. Ialacci. I love this series. It is such a delight to read.

I couldn't wait to begin this book to see what her characters were up to. They're people who truly care for one another. Allie is the main character who is a private investigator and has a brother on the autism spectrum named Ryan. Ryan has a girlfriend named Frankie with autism as well. They're so cute! Allie has boyfriend named Mike. She is friends with the Police Chief named Charlie and his wife Shelia. These are all people I would like in my life. 

I'm looking forward to more installments of this series. Is you like mysteries, intrigue and likable everyday characters, this book is for you. Grab yourself a copy, a cup of coffee and curl up in your favorite reading spot because you're in for a treat! 

I received a copy of this book from the author for a fair and honest review. Thank you! 

[Carol Werner Harris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Riptides, Wrath and Murder is the 3rd. book in the "Crystal Coast Cases." I read this as a stand alone as I was given an advanced copy of this amazing book by the author, A.M. Ialacci for my honest review.

I was hooked after the first chapter of this murder mystery. I enjoyed the characters, especially the main character, Allie along with her brother Ryan, who is autistic.

The descriptions in the book were so believable I felt like I was actually right there along with Allie.

I highly recommend the 5 star book which I read in one day! I definitely plan to read more of this authors books.

[Joel Francis · Rating 5 out of 5]

In Riptides Wrath & Murder

A.M Ialacci doubles down on the gender dynamics that are prevalent in her previous books. The interactions between the protagonist Allie and the Chief Pelletier are fustrating to the point of boiling your blood. But this is nothing new, Illaci is an expert hand at characterisation, you root for Allie and her family and whatever annoys or upsets them affects you twofold.

I found the tension between Mike and Allie particularly enjoyable. It shows the beginnings of a relationship that has moved from the honeymoon period that was prevalent in the last two book.

With the third instalment in her Crystal Coast Book sieres Ialacci has improved the world of these characters and your experiences within it. The moments of suspense throughout this novel are so effective that they manage to put your heart in your throat and make you hold your breath

[DianaRaven · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoy Ms. Ialacci's writing style and all the complicated characters, victims and suspects she introduces us to. She always has me guessing all the way to the end.  RIPTIDES, WRATH & MURDER is the third
installment in the Crystal Coast series -- a mystery series with lots of suspects and complicated characters. 

So much is happening you may need a seat belt.
▪️Allie is convinced a local surfers death is not an accident.  The police insist it's an accident and tells her to back off.
▪️The Balkins are back and they want something Allies’s dad had. They even threaten Ryan.  
▪️Even her romance is in trouble. Mike doesn't know if he can handle loving her and maybe loosing her to a case.

I did receive an advance copy of this five star story from the author.  And this is my honest review of this mesmerizing story that grabbed me at the first page and kept me turning them.

[Bridget Hickey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Allie goes to the beach with friends and her autistic brother to watch the surfers and enjoy the sun.A body is washed up on shore and
her investigating skills click in and she has to check it out.Allie is not convinced this is a plain drowning.Ebbiie the person washed up and was a excellent swimmer and surfer .Ebbie was not especially liked by some and others say he was a great guy,and to boot his estranged son hires Abbie.Abbie is unsure of who attacks her is it concerning Ebbie or a past that concerns her father a scientist and a zip drive they are hunting for.Lots of suspense and twist and turns that will have you holding your breath and your heart bearing irregular.A must read

[Laurie Conklin · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received an ARC copy, and this will be placed on my "keeper" shelf. I was hooked from the very first chapter! The characters came off the page and could have been right in my living room. The descriptions were so detailed that I could almost hear and smell the ocean. I loved how AM Ialacci included characters with differing abilities, and in fact they became heros! A couple of parts were a little confusing, but that may very well be because I've missed the first two. I need to go back and read those! I was kept guessing right up to the end. Well done!

[Kenneth Lingenfelter · Rating 5 out of 5]

An older surfer, Ebbie Watkins, is found dead in the water. The police rule it a drowning. Ebbie's son hires Allie Fox, PI to investigate. The police are not interested until the autopsy shows his death was murder. A criminal group wants something on a drive that Allie's father had. She is threatened and her trailer is burned and destroyed. This novel will keep you entertained from beginning until the end. You will not want to put it down.

[Janet Bunbuc · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received an ARC of this awesome book. My first time reading this author but it won't be my last! I found the story compelling, the characters interesting and the descriptions vivid. I love mysteries and this one kept me guessing. Lots of twists and unexpected turns. This is book 3 in a series, but I had no problem reading this without having read the first two. Now I will have to go back and read the others because I'm hooked!

[Andrea Richards · Rating 4 out of 5]

A light murder mystery...if that is possible? Allie is a PI and seems to stumble onto murder once in awhile...the author also includes her brother Ryan in her case. What the author has done with his character is great..Ryan is on the autism spectrum and she sensitively explores his challenges and his strengths. Love the coastal NC setting and for those that live there, will enjoy the many references to local places.

[Tom Casey · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a wonderful read this is, characters that are easily imaginable and believable, The plot of the story is extremely well written and flowed easily. I was gripped from the beginning and didn’t want to put it down.
I absolutely love this author and especially this series.
It has to be on your “must read” list.
I received this book for free from the author and #Bookfunnel and wanted to give an honest review.

[Reena G · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is my first book by this author and the first one that I have read in the series. It can be read as a stand-alone. A wonderful fast paced mystery that I was able to finish in one sitting as it was hard to put down and I wanted to know more. The characters of Allie and Ryan have been written very well along with the vivid descriptions keep readers engrossed. Thank you Anna Lalacci for your ARC in return of my honest review. I am looking forward to reading more books in the series.

[Christmas Angel · Rating 5 out of 5]

You may think people on the autism spectrum can't function well, you'd be wrong - BIG TIME.
Ms. Ialacci shows just how versatile these marvelous individuals are. Inspirational, thought-provoking, exciting and dangerous, this entertaining and easy-to-read book is a must for your library.
Highly Recommended.

[Cathy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great mystery!! This is the first book in the series that I've read, and I was never lost. Reading the first two might have enhanced my enjoyment of this book, but not reading them first did not detract from my enjoyment of this book. Rich, vibrant characters, an action packed mystery, and great descriptions made this book a nail biting joy!! Highly recommended!!

[Serena Soape · Rating 5 out of 5]

This mystery is one that will have you wondering who the culprit is, right up until the end. Allie and Ryan are such fun and likeable characters that you hate for the book to end.
This Series is definitely one that I recommend reading.

I received a copy of this from the author in exchange for fair and honest review.

[Robin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great mystery! This is the 3rd book in the Crystal Coast Case Series. Although reading first two enhance your knowledge of the backstory you could easily read this as a stand alone and not miss anything. A.M. Ialacci manages to pull you in and keeps you guessing right till the very end. I was given this Advance Reader Copy in exchange for my honest opinion.

[Jen Poffenberger · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have to admit that this is the first book that I have read by this author. She wrote a story that was a quick read with likable characters. I will go back and read her first two books to have a better view of each character and what has brought them to this point in the series. It is a lighter version mystery/P.I. novel which is a change from what I normally read. Pick this series up and enjoy.

[Bookish · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoy a good mystery series and this one gets better and better. What's a good PI do when she sees a body wash up to shore during a surf competition? She investigates or course, weather they want her too or not. A good murder mystery with a few twists. A definite must read.

[June · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thank you for the free Arc
Love this series
Totally enjoyed it

[Dena Akbar · Rating 5 out of 5]

It is a really good good book and It is really interesting

[Donna Murphy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Heart Stopping!!

Just finished this book and I feel like I’ve run a marathon. I sure hope this wasn’t the end of the series.

[Kathryn Zweigenbaum · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great read from A M Ialacci! I loved it! Can't wait for the next book!

[Cheri Lynn Griffith · Rating 4 out of 5]

Swooped me in from the beginning and had me guessing at every turn. Good page turner and good book!