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Wolf Lake #5
I Know Your Name
Cold, terrified, and hunted. Can a teenager escape a cold-blooded killer?
When a criminal defense attorney is stabbed in her home, the police name her disturbed son, Shawn, their top suspect. But no one can find Shawn.
In a last-ditch effort to locate his son, Shawn’s father convinces PI Raven Hopkins to take the case and prove his son’s innocence. When Sheriff Thomas Shepherd takes over the investigation, the evidence against Shawn mounts.
As hope of saving Shawn dwindles, another dead body surfaces. The victim’s shocking link to the criminal defense attorney wreaks havoc on the case. Thomas and Raven fear the worst...that they’ve walked in the killer’s shadow since the investigation began.
Unable to trust anyone, can the investigators find Shawn before the killer does?
When a criminal defense attorney is stabbed in her home, the police name her disturbed son, Shawn, their top suspect. But no one can find Shawn.
In a last-ditch effort to locate his son, Shawn’s father convinces PI Raven Hopkins to take the case and prove his son’s innocence. When Sheriff Thomas Shepherd takes over the investigation, the evidence against Shawn mounts.
As hope of saving Shawn dwindles, another dead body surfaces. The victim’s shocking link to the criminal defense attorney wreaks havoc on the case. Thomas and Raven fear the worst...that they’ve walked in the killer’s shadow since the investigation began.
Unable to trust anyone, can the investigators find Shawn before the killer does?
309 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 14, 2021
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Dan Padavona
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June 23, 2021
Such a good read. Suspenseful and captivating. The chase is on - who is chasing the young lad! If you are looking for a fast read, well written book(s) - look no further than this series!
2 thumbs up and 5 stars!
2 thumbs up and 5 stars!
September 7, 2022
This was a good book.It kept me up way to late wanting to read just one more page.
June 11, 2021
I LOVE THIS SERIES!!! Dan Padavona grabbed my attention from the start and kept it to the end. All the characters are growing as people, as couples and in their careers. I love how they are a family with flaws but have each others backs no matter what. Dan Padavona fills I Know Your Name with mystery, suspense and surprises. I had the killer pegged from the start but there were times I had my doubts at times. In my opinion Dan Padavona has a way of keeping you guessing. I was on the edge of my seat turning the pages. You don't necessarily have to read the whole series to follow things, but I highly recommend it. I found I Know Your Name a great addition to the series. I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced reader's copy.
February 27, 2023
More action and the cast of characters continues to grow.
This storyline was very exciting as the police were tracking a teenaged boy (Shawn) who was fleeing a killer after witnessing his mother being stabbed in her home. From there all hell breaks loose, an adjoining county police department with bad attitudes comes on the scene and causes ruckus and bad feelings, which goes back in time between the two counties and staff.
Shawn, the teenaged boy, is running away in a horrible storm with river flooding, heavy rain, lightning and thunder, trees falling; as he’s supposedly being pursued by the killer.
Good writing of the pursuit, the attempts at hiding, the struggle to survive, the police and PI staff and rangers all putting their lives on the line to find Shawn before someone nefarious does. I felt like I was right in the storm and woods with them!
Books in this series range from my giving a four to five star rating. This one is definitely a 5. Each successive book in the series gets more interesting and involves more characters.
You could read these as standalones as each story revisits the characters backstory from the beginning. In my case, it was a little annoying to re-read this over and over in each book, but for someone new, it’s detrimental to get the lay of the land of the town, the people, and the beginning history. I think my issue is that I’m reading them one after another so I already know this history as it’s repeated. This is, I guess, MY problem. 😁
This storyline was very exciting as the police were tracking a teenaged boy (Shawn) who was fleeing a killer after witnessing his mother being stabbed in her home. From there all hell breaks loose, an adjoining county police department with bad attitudes comes on the scene and causes ruckus and bad feelings, which goes back in time between the two counties and staff.
Shawn, the teenaged boy, is running away in a horrible storm with river flooding, heavy rain, lightning and thunder, trees falling; as he’s supposedly being pursued by the killer.
Good writing of the pursuit, the attempts at hiding, the struggle to survive, the police and PI staff and rangers all putting their lives on the line to find Shawn before someone nefarious does. I felt like I was right in the storm and woods with them!
Books in this series range from my giving a four to five star rating. This one is definitely a 5. Each successive book in the series gets more interesting and involves more characters.
You could read these as standalones as each story revisits the characters backstory from the beginning. In my case, it was a little annoying to re-read this over and over in each book, but for someone new, it’s detrimental to get the lay of the land of the town, the people, and the beginning history. I think my issue is that I’m reading them one after another so I already know this history as it’s repeated. This is, I guess, MY problem. 😁
November 24, 2021
Yet another awesome read
Once again, I was more than satisfied with this addition to the Wolf Lake Series. As with the four previous books, I loved the story and couldn't figure out which way the story would end, and as an avid reader I really enjoy when a ploy isn't super predictable. What I love most about this series is getting to see each and every character you're introduced to evolve and develop as the series itself progresses. Also, I really like that none of the books (this far) have been even remotely similar to the others, which considering they are all psychological thrillers is quite an accomplishment for the author. Each book manages to link the series together while also feeling like it's own work, they are all books weather you read the entire series or you choose to read this particular book as a stand alone novel. Once again, I give it five stars and I would highly recommend not only this book, but the entire series.
Once again, I was more than satisfied with this addition to the Wolf Lake Series. As with the four previous books, I loved the story and couldn't figure out which way the story would end, and as an avid reader I really enjoy when a ploy isn't super predictable. What I love most about this series is getting to see each and every character you're introduced to evolve and develop as the series itself progresses. Also, I really like that none of the books (this far) have been even remotely similar to the others, which considering they are all psychological thrillers is quite an accomplishment for the author. Each book manages to link the series together while also feeling like it's own work, they are all books weather you read the entire series or you choose to read this particular book as a stand alone novel. Once again, I give it five stars and I would highly recommend not only this book, but the entire series.
July 7, 2022
i loved i know your name! darrins teenage cousin, shawn, witnessed his mother’s murder and is now on the run from her killer. i was so impressed with shawn as a character, from his determination to his resourcefulness. shawn narrowly escapes the killer multiple times, but as thomas and the gang participate in the search party, the killer gets closer and closer to catching shawn. s/ huh i wonder why /s hahahaha. after the gang finds out who the killer is, things get crazy. the killer murders his partner, and thomas tracks them based on the partner’s cell phone location. they save they day by catching the killer and finding sean near death in the woods.
i love this series and can’t wait to continue!
i love this series and can’t wait to continue!
April 16, 2022
So far, I really enjoy the Wolf Lake series. I just finished Book 5. I have been giving 4 to 5 stars on the books but Book 5 wasn’t ready that thrilling. I gave book 5 three stars . It got a little boring but I refuse to stop reading it. Hopefully Book 6 will be better. My favorite character is Thomas who is the Sheriff and Levar who used to be a Gang member but turned his life around and is a private investigator now. Nonetheless, hopefully book 6 will jump in and be really good. I think Wolf Lake series is 10 books and I will read every book in this series.
September 16, 2022
Chilling tale of murder and hunt for a missing teen
Thomas Shepard is settling into his job as Sheriff but a murder investigation derails things. Darren and Raven are called to find his cousins missing son who witnessed a murder. Now the murderer is stalking Shawn. Lots of help from Wolf Lake Investigation and Scout keep the story moving. Too many clues and not enough hours in the day! The rain nearly proved disastrous for several of our vast of characters. Gunshots, car chased and hypothermia...oh my. Can't wait to dive into the next book.
Thomas Shepard is settling into his job as Sheriff but a murder investigation derails things. Darren and Raven are called to find his cousins missing son who witnessed a murder. Now the murderer is stalking Shawn. Lots of help from Wolf Lake Investigation and Scout keep the story moving. Too many clues and not enough hours in the day! The rain nearly proved disastrous for several of our vast of characters. Gunshots, car chased and hypothermia...oh my. Can't wait to dive into the next book.
July 12, 2023
Completely unexpected!
This book grabbed me from the get-go! All our favorite characters are back when a defense attorney is found dead in her home and the county police are forced to work with the town's police force. Unfortunately there is bad blood between the two and it shows its ugly face during the investigation. Trying to track down the victim's son in a crazy wilderness with rivers at flood stage and a crazed killer running around. Will the Sheriff and his crew be able to figure out who the bad guy is in time? What an edge of your seat book! Highly recommend!
This book grabbed me from the get-go! All our favorite characters are back when a defense attorney is found dead in her home and the county police are forced to work with the town's police force. Unfortunately there is bad blood between the two and it shows its ugly face during the investigation. Trying to track down the victim's son in a crazy wilderness with rivers at flood stage and a crazed killer running around. Will the Sheriff and his crew be able to figure out who the bad guy is in time? What an edge of your seat book! Highly recommend!
September 16, 2023
pushed through to the end
I like the characters in the series, despite their stereotypes, and have worked though all the books so far, but the storyline in this is by far the poorest to date. A very obvious baddie from really early on, no real suspense in the plot line, followed by really stretching any kind of believability as the good guys overcame adversity, finally tying up everything in a really quick easy ending.
I never leave books unfinished but with this one, it was a push to care about finishing it.
I like the characters in the series, despite their stereotypes, and have worked though all the books so far, but the storyline in this is by far the poorest to date. A very obvious baddie from really early on, no real suspense in the plot line, followed by really stretching any kind of believability as the good guys overcame adversity, finally tying up everything in a really quick easy ending.
I never leave books unfinished but with this one, it was a push to care about finishing it.
August 28, 2021
Wolfe lake series
I have enjoy all of Dan's books that I have read . The only thing I have found that I haven't understood is the dodge Silverado. Chevy Silverado has been around for ages, but I have never in my 70 years have heard of a dodge Silverado, dodge ran, dodge hemisphere but never a Silverado. I enjoy the fact that his books are appropriate for any age group. That is rare and I thank you for your thoughtfuness when wrightng them.l
I have enjoy all of Dan's books that I have read . The only thing I have found that I haven't understood is the dodge Silverado. Chevy Silverado has been around for ages, but I have never in my 70 years have heard of a dodge Silverado, dodge ran, dodge hemisphere but never a Silverado. I enjoy the fact that his books are appropriate for any age group. That is rare and I thank you for your thoughtfuness when wrightng them.l
March 25, 2022
I keep reading the books in this series but I’m enjoying them less and less as the series goes on. The main character wasn’t featured a whole lot in this one and I find the supporting cast sort of bland. I’m actually kind of tired of the whole bunch.
Anyway, it was a quick read. People kept losing their phones and guns when those would’ve really come in handy.
I think I like the David Wolf series better than this one. This series needs a character like Rachette.
Anyway, it was a quick read. People kept losing their phones and guns when those would’ve really come in handy.
I think I like the David Wolf series better than this one. This series needs a character like Rachette.
September 9, 2022
A fantastic series
This was an intense, complex, and gripping thriller that will keep you guessing until the end. With the local PD and Sheriff departments not getting along, no one knows who the killer is (even though everyone has their own opinions-some louder than others), it's a chaotic mess that you certainly won't want to miss!
I would definitely recommend this book, series, and outstanding author.
This was an intense, complex, and gripping thriller that will keep you guessing until the end. With the local PD and Sheriff departments not getting along, no one knows who the killer is (even though everyone has their own opinions-some louder than others), it's a chaotic mess that you certainly won't want to miss!
I would definitely recommend this book, series, and outstanding author.
July 7, 2023
Another saga down - a demented, focused killer
A teenager, Darren’s nephew, at odds with his estranged, distant mother, inadvertently interrupts her killer. As he flees the carnage at his mother’s house, a frigid, tumultuous storm inhibits his escape, while the killer stalks him and seems to know his every move.
The weather, terrain and a focused, self-absorbed murderer place the entire Wolf Lake cast of characters in mortal danger.
A teenager, Darren’s nephew, at odds with his estranged, distant mother, inadvertently interrupts her killer. As he flees the carnage at his mother’s house, a frigid, tumultuous storm inhibits his escape, while the killer stalks him and seems to know his every move.
The weather, terrain and a focused, self-absorbed murderer place the entire Wolf Lake cast of characters in mortal danger.
May 31, 2021
From the first chapter the pace is set for a thriller that kept me turning the pages. I love the characters in the Wolf Lake Thrillers, and to see them developing further as individuals and couples plus developing their long suits in their chosen careers pleases me.
The murder of Shawn’s mom and then the subsequent murder of the number one suspect kept me guessing until the end.
The murder of Shawn’s mom and then the subsequent murder of the number one suspect kept me guessing until the end.
June 17, 2021
Super suspenseful
This series has grown more intriguing with each book. This one had me holding my breath in hopes that the outcome wasn't disastrous for some of the key characters. Took me awhile to catch up with who the bad guy was. Which is a great plus. Makes reading more interesting.
This series has grown more intriguing with each book. This one had me holding my breath in hopes that the outcome wasn't disastrous for some of the key characters. Took me awhile to catch up with who the bad guy was. Which is a great plus. Makes reading more interesting.
January 17, 2022
Another wonderful gift from this author
Really like the focus on young people and the “ edge of my seat” story. Wonder why the author chooses to name so many of his male characters with the D initial and female characters with V in this series. It makes it a bit more difficult to keep them straight.
Really like the focus on young people and the “ edge of my seat” story. Wonder why the author chooses to name so many of his male characters with the D initial and female characters with V in this series. It makes it a bit more difficult to keep them straight.
April 18, 2023
Chilling thriller!!
As usual I was awake all night because I was unable to put this book down!! Rich characters, great atmosphere and a great story line. Dan is by far my new favorite author. You can't go wrong with his books if you're into the three "M"s.....murder, mystery and mayhem.
As usual I was awake all night because I was unable to put this book down!! Rich characters, great atmosphere and a great story line. Dan is by far my new favorite author. You can't go wrong with his books if you're into the three "M"s.....murder, mystery and mayhem.
June 15, 2021
A great cast of characters.
Really enjoy this series and each book has twists and turns. Also tension and suspense leaps from the well written story. This was an interesting storyline and I was surprised at the ending as I thought I had solved the murders.
Really enjoy this series and each book has twists and turns. Also tension and suspense leaps from the well written story. This was an interesting storyline and I was surprised at the ending as I thought I had solved the murders.
June 19, 2021
Excellent
I really enjoy the Wolf lake series. It’s got the best characters. It’s easy to get wrapped up with each of their lives as they work together to solve murders. Great reading.
I really enjoy the Wolf lake series. It’s got the best characters. It’s easy to get wrapped up with each of their lives as they work together to solve murders. Great reading.
June 25, 2021
I Know Your Name
This is more than a five star rated book. Loved the suspense and thrills in this book. Could not put it down. I highly recommend this book and this series. A must read book.
This is more than a five star rated book. Loved the suspense and thrills in this book. Could not put it down. I highly recommend this book and this series. A must read book.
August 4, 2022
Great Read
I enjoy the way the characters are developing in the series. The story is well paced and reminds you how dangerous making assumptions can be. Can’t wait to read the next book in this series.
I enjoy the way the characters are developing in the series. The story is well paced and reminds you how dangerous making assumptions can be. Can’t wait to read the next book in this series.
August 5, 2022
They keep getting better!!
I really need to hire a maid. I don't want to cook, or clean. I just want to read this great series.
I totally love this author and each book is better than the last one. Each book keeps you on your toes with suspense.
I really need to hire a maid. I don't want to cook, or clean. I just want to read this great series.
I totally love this author and each book is better than the last one. Each book keeps you on your toes with suspense.
September 18, 2022
Book 5 in the series
This was my favorite book in the Wolf Lake series. Love the family and friends interactions, they seem to be genuine. However , I don’t think the police or county sheriff would accept the help provided by amateur sleuths.
This was my favorite book in the Wolf Lake series. Love the family and friends interactions, they seem to be genuine. However , I don’t think the police or county sheriff would accept the help provided by amateur sleuths.
November 16, 2022
The Chace
Well we are finished with book five of the series. I am having a hard time putting these books down. It is a nice suspenceful series that has thrills and chills thrown in for good measure. Keep on reading on to book six.
Well we are finished with book five of the series. I am having a hard time putting these books down. It is a nice suspenceful series that has thrills and chills thrown in for good measure. Keep on reading on to book six.
January 2, 2023
IT JUST GETS BETTER.
Thomas and Gang are getting to be like old Pals now.
Never boring .Unbelievable situations that end up believable.Love the way plots mesh. Can’t wait for next surprises !
Thomas and Gang are getting to be like old Pals now.
Never boring .Unbelievable situations that end up believable.Love the way plots mesh. Can’t wait for next surprises !
May 2, 2023
Readaholic
I have really enjoyed each of these mysteries each in their own way, but this has been my favorite so far. A family member murdered is always an awesome plot line. Not a dull moment. Loved it. On to the next one!!
I have really enjoyed each of these mysteries each in their own way, but this has been my favorite so far. A family member murdered is always an awesome plot line. Not a dull moment. Loved it. On to the next one!!
October 10, 2024
Good Review
I just downloaded "The Shadow Cell" ,the sixth book from "The Wolf Lake Thriller series.These books keep me so captivated I can't put them down.So here goes another day of getting nothing done in my house.I really enjoy your books,so please keep them coming.
I just downloaded "The Shadow Cell" ,the sixth book from "The Wolf Lake Thriller series.These books keep me so captivated I can't put them down.So here goes another day of getting nothing done in my house.I really enjoy your books,so please keep them coming.
July 8, 2025
Wolf Lake book 5 has Sheriff Shepard and the gang searching for a boy who’s witnessed his mother’s murder and is scared to death that he’s next. While the boy is hiding in the woods, the killer is trying to stop Sheriff Shepard by any means necessary.
July 15, 2021
I Know Your Name
I am loving this series Wolf Lake! All of the books have a very surprise ending. They are fun to read! Going to the next book now!
I am loving this series Wolf Lake! All of the books have a very surprise ending. They are fun to read! Going to the next book now!
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