Stolen Butterfly

Gabriel Hawke #7

by Paty Jager

The proceeds from the sale of this book will be donated to Enough Iz Enough to help with the Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) cause.

Stolen Butterfly
Gabriel Hawke Novel #7

Missing or Murdered
When the local authorities tell State Trooper Gabriel Hawke’s mother to wait 72 hours before reporting a missing Umatilla woman, she calls her son and rallies members of the community to search.
Hawke arrives at the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Reservation and learns the single mother of a boy his mom watches would never leave her son. Angered over how the local officials respond to his investigating, Hawke teams up with a security guard at the Indian casino and an FBI agent. Following the leads, they discover the woman was targeted by a human trafficking ring at the Spotted Pony Casino.
Hawke, Dela Alvaro, and FBI Special Agent Quinn Pierce join forces to bring the woman home and close down the trafficking operation before someone else goes missing.

319 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 18, 2021

About the author

Paty Jager is an award-winning author of 55+ novels, novellas, and short stories of murder mystery, western romance, and action adventure.
All her work has Western or Native American elements in them along with hints of humor and engaging characters. Paty and her husband raise alfalfa hay in rural eastern Oregon. Riding horses and battling rattlesnakes, she not only writes the western lifestyle, she lives it.

Reviews

[Becky Claxon · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was not only a great story, but I learned so much. Gabriel is such a good man, and when his mother calls asking for his help to find a missing woman/mother of one of the children she watches. I was so upset that the local police and to some extent the police on the reservation didn’t want to look for the missing woman for 72 hours just because she was Indian. Luckily Gabriel and his boss had people they knew in the Highway Patrol where the woman went missing that was willing to help. With even more pull they even got an FBI agent to help. It was so interesting how they went about finding out who was helping the bad guy kidnap women to sell by using the casino. There were some people that were bad that surprised me. It breaks my heart that there are people protecting us that will not help Indian people. This is a very well written book that I strongly encourage you to read. I was given a copy of the book and voluntarily wrote a review.

[Cmoore · Rating 5 out of 5]

I probably love Gabriel Hawke mysteries more than they deserve, but as they say, "Location, Location, Location" is key to success! Gabriel is a Game Warden in the Wallowa's, so what's not to love?!? It seems as though Gabriel never gets a break, even on his day off! This time though it's not the job, but his Mother who wakes him up and asks him to search for a missing person! The Pendleton police don't want to touch it because it hasn't been 72 hours, and even the reservation police don't want to touch the case as it's "most likely another drunk Indian girl" who'll stumble home when she sobers up! Talk about incentivising Gabriel Hawke to action, this was the way to do it! Once Gabriel is on the scent of a crime, he's going follow his nose, tracking/investigating all the way to the conclusion of the case!
As I've stated in an earlier review, I believe Gabriel Hawke is on the asperger spectrum. Yes, it's only a hunch, but it's just the way Paty Jager has written him, and for me, this book just reaffirms that belief... with how he very pedanticlly and methodically goes about an investigation, taking care with each and every step, delving deeper into the mystery with a slow, measured, orchestrated care. Following the clues as they present themselves, and carefully assessing each one!
Really all the Gabriel Hawke mysteries can be read as stand-alone novels, but they really do form a broader story ARC and you'd definitely be missing out on so much if you jumped in "willy-nilly"...
I happen to enjoy Larry Gorman's voice and straight forward narration so if you enjoy audiobooks, I'm pretty sure you'll find yourself smiling!

The proceeds from the sale of this book will be donated to Enough Iz Enough to help with the Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) cause.

[Julie Howard · Rating 5 out of 5]

Like the main character, don't wait 72 hours before starting this book. Okay he had to wait 72 hours before the police start investigating a missing person case but seriously don't wait its that good. I really enjoyed this book. I started listening to this books because they are so unusual being set in forests or wilderness locals but I must admit being set mostly in a casino was .......well entertaining. The high tec equipment and being part of a team showed us a different side to the lone wolf State Trooper Gabriel Hawke and to learn more about his heritage. Combine it with a story full of twists, surprises and betrayal and you have a mystery story that is un-put-down-able. Off to start The next investigation.
Hawke gets a desperate phone call from his mother. One of mother's of a little boy she care for failed to pick him up and the police won't do anything for 72 hours. Hawke takes some personal time and heads to the reservation. Even with his prompting the police fail to act, leaving him no choice but to start his own investigation. The woman was all about her son but she did take her elderly landlord to the casino once a month and the last time they were there, there was an incident. With no other place to start his investigation Hawke heads to the casino and quickly learn she isn't the only woman to have gone missing. Can Hawke being them home?
I like the narrator. He has a deep voice but it doesn't hurt his ability to provide the characters with there own voice.
I was given this free review copy audio book at my request and have voluntarily left this review.

[Jan · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an excellent mystery that is too close to the bone (as it were). The publisher's blurb tells a bit, but skirts the issues of insensitive law enforcement (the bad cops of any stripe). The story brings the reality out into the light, and touches on the problems of domestic violence before heading right into the serious issues of human trafficking. It also clearly delineates the difference between cops who are there for the paycheck and those who are wholly into The Job. It is a painful and meaningful tale that reminds me why I prefer fiction to certain aspects of reality. It's also worth noting the importance of the solidarity of tribal family as clearly highlighted in the story.
There is a great campaign in Canada by The First Nations (including Two First Nations women have launched a class action against Ottawa alleging widespread systemic racism in various federal Indigenous agencies and departments. (9-14-2021), in the US there is the Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women's movement, the DOJ for the Not Invisible Act, and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Blue Campaign against human trafficking. I do not apologize for the rant.
Larry Gorman is great as narrator with his laid back interpretation that only seems to emphasize points being made by the author.

[Jan Johnson · Rating 4 out of 5]

When the local authorities advise State Trooper Gabriel Hawke’s mother to wait 72 hours before reporting a missing woman from the Umatilla community, she promptly reaches out to her son and mobilizes fellow community members to initiate a search effort.

Upon arriving at the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Reservation, Hawke becomes aware that the single mother of a child his mother looks after would never voluntarily leave her son. Frustrated by the inadequate response of local officials to his investigation, Hawke teams up with a security guard from the Indian casino and an FBI agent. As they pursue leads, they uncover evidence indicating that the woman was targeted by a human trafficking ring operating within the Spotted Pony Casino.

Pooling their resources, Hawke, Dela Alvaro, and FBI Special Agent Quinn Pierce collaborate to rescue the woman and dismantle the trafficking operation, aiming to prevent further individuals from falling victim to its grasp.

The author has a strong sense of story. I think her characterizations could have been deeper.

[Kim · Rating 5 out of 5]

Gabriel Hawke is investigating the disappearance of a missing Umatilla woman after receiving an urgent plea from his mother. The local authorities would not start looking until the woman was missing for at least 72 hours. Gabriel, with the help of the Umatilla Community, began an investigation on what really happened to this young single mom.

This is a great book. This is a well-written mystery with plenty of twists and turns along the way. In addition to being an interesting mystery, this book is educational on human trafficking and the importance of an early start of investigations. Hawke is a wonderful main character; he is determined, compassionate, and intelligent.

I listened to the audio version of this book. The narrator did a fabulous job embodying Hawke's personality and bringing the story to life. His interpretation of the story helps to emphasize the points Mrs. Jager wants to make.

I addition to being a great read, the author is donating the proceeds from the sales to Enough Iz Enough to benefit the Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) cause.

All thoughts and opinions are my own, and in no way have I been influenced by anyone.

[Anne Rightler · Rating 5 out of 5]

Stolen Butterfly, by Paty Jager, is the seventh book in the Gabriel Hawke series. Gabriel Hawke books are some of my favorite stories and having read the previous six, I was eager to see what kind of mystery Hawke would have to unravel in Stolen Butterfly. Hawke, of Native American heritage, is a fish and wildlife state trooper and at his mother's insistence, becomes engaged in looking for a missing young mother. And there begins Hawke's hunt, one that leads him down a trail of racism, human trafficking, and danger. With strong characters, twists to the plot, and edge of the seat action, the author keeps the reader's interest high. I look forward to reading more of Jager's books. The narrator, Larry Gorman, does an excellent job giving voice to the characters as he reads the story, which made for an enjoyable listening experience. I listened to a complimentary copy of the audiobook and was not required to write a review. The opinions are my own.

[Sharon · Rating 5 out of 5]

When a single mother of a young boy goes missing on the Umatilla Reservation, Hawke investigates. The local police and tribal police decline to start an investigation for 72 hours believing the woman is just out partying and will eventually come home. However, this mother would never leave her son. So with the help of Hawke’s mother and her friends they start investigating on their own and believe the woman has met with foul play. With the help of a security guard at the Spotted Pony Casino and FBI Special Agent Quinn Pierce, they follow the leads and determine the woman was targeted by a human trafficking ring at the casino. Hawke is determined to rescue this young mother and others who have disappeared from the casino. I really enjoyed this book! The characters were believable and interesting and the subject matter was on point.

[Nikki · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is one of the best books I've read, I just couldn't put it down, Paty Jager is the best story teller!

Hawke is asked by his Mum to find the Mother of one of the children she looks after, after she fails to pick her young son up. Local police don't want to know for 72 hours, but with young women from the reservation going missing, there's something very wrong; and alot can happen in 72 hours. Hawke goes on a journey which sees him make some new friends, call on close friends to help, realise who he can trust (and who he can't), and put himself in danger, again!

I'm so pleased that another series comes out of this book as Dela and Pierce have past history together which they need to work out. I'm looking forward to the release of that series in June '21, and of course for the next installment of Hawke's story.

[Laura · Rating 5 out of 5]

Audiobook: I liked the seventh "Gabriel Hawke Novel" series, but the seriousness of the underlying message was difficult to hear. When an Umatilla woman went missing, no one in authority would do anything about it for 72 hours, so Gabriel's mother called her son and asked him to look into the issue. As the mystery unfolded, Trooper Hawke found that the woman was targeted by a human trafficking ring. The story was riveting, but the subject matter was sad and tragic. I was so involved with the story, I listened from beginning to end in one sitting. Larry Gorman's narration was great, and his performance reflected the seriousness of the subject. I was given a free copy of the audiobook, and I have voluntarily posted this review.

[Rose Patterson · Rating 4 out of 5]

By far this has been my favorite book out of this series. I've gotten to know Hawke more and I love his character. I've been listening to the audio version of this series and I'm really enjoying the narrator, Larry Gorman. He's perfect for the voice of Hawke. This book deals with human trafficking which is a sensitive matter, but Jager did a great job setting up the plot and the mystery surrounding the trafficking. It's a sensitive matter, but it needs to be talked about. This is happening now and this story reminds us to keep vigilant, watch our surrounding and report any suspicious activities. I highly recommend this book. You'll be at the edge of your seat and won't be able to put it down.

[Ellen White · Rating 4 out of 5]

STOLEN. BUTTERFLY
...Gabriel Hawke.. #7
..Paty Jager
A frantic call from his mother that another woman maybe missing.
It had become epidemic of those missing on or off the reservations.
Sherry was off men, and took her grandfather occasionally to the casino. Hawke looking at surveillance camera, noticed someone was on the take, and drugs, and a sex organization was involved Now working with the security guard and FBI they found that Sherry had been targeted.
Interesting plot of how working together got results, and to close the operation. Always interesting to visit the rez and the people
Given ARC for my voluntary review and my honest opinion

[Emma Jane LaVallie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Stolen Butterfly holds relevance for the plight of our sisters!!

This is the best Gabriel Hawke Novel, yet!!💥
MMIW has a purpose to shed light on this sad serious situation we as Indigenous women face. We call on all law enforcement to step up!! I so appreciated the security staff at the Casino, right down to the valet. I especially enjoyed the setting and the familiarity of the location, brings to mind Wild Horse Casino!
I love the way the small community did all they could to find these missing members of their tribe!! Hawke was the hero for not waiting to start his search for one of his own!!
Thank you to Paty Jager👏

[Diane · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a wonderful title, Stolen Butterfly. This stories grabs your attention from the start. A young woman goes missing and the police will do nothing for 72 hours. Gabriel’s mother won’t take no for an answer and gets her son to investigate. I love the way he puts clues together and gets his answers. He worked well with Dela. I like her and cannot wait to read her stories. This is an excellent book to read and you won’t regret buying it. I received an ARC and the views and opinions are my own. The ending was great! Look what happens when everyone works together.

[kathleen dunn · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’ve greatly enjoyed this series thus far. I love Hawke - his honesty, integrity, his pride and devotion to his heritage, his work ethic. But this book was my fave although it made me angry, frustrated and sad for how the Indigenous people of this country are treated, present and past. The author opens our eyes to the sad realization of how these proud people have been victimized for centuries and up to the current times. I constantly question why this is so. I’m happy my purchase of this book benefits the MMIW effort. Thank you Ms. Jager.

[Jennifer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Gabriel Hawke is back again, this time solving a problem on the reservation. Human trafficking is an international issue, and I really liked how Ms Jager managed the topic. Indigenous people are not always treated the way they should be and this makes it difficult for them to get the support they need. Friends and colleagues help Gabriel solve the issue and ensure a happy ending for the character.

[Holly Lenz · Rating 5 out of 5]

Stolen Butterfly is an entertaining mystery about a missing Native American woman. This is part of the Gabriel Hawke series, and, in my opinion, it’s one of the best books in the series.

The narrator of the audiobook is the same one who narrates the whole series. He does a decent job, but his voice is a bit monotonous.

I received a complimentary copy of this audiobook. This is my honest and voluntary review.

[Kristen Lewendon · Rating 5 out of 5]

It’s a little disconcerting to approach this story from a different perspective. I’ve read the Spotted Pony Casino series before reading this, so I’d already learned of some of the aftermath from the events of this book. I loved these characters, and I loved the way they kind of antagonized each other to do their best work. I’m also very glad that the fantasy of fiction won out in the end and Good was able to triumph over Evil all the way around.

[Robin · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was an entertaining, well-written book. It was fast-paced, held my interest and I didn't want to put it down. Gabriel Hawke is asked to look for someone missing from the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Reservation. This book can be read as a standalone story, though it is book 7 in the Gabriel Hawke series. I enjoyed this book and look forward to reading more books in this series.

[Tracey Tranter · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was an entertaining, well-written book and another good read in a great series.

Stolen Butterfly is a heart wrenching and heart-warming book all wrapped up in an amazing story of human persistence and triumphs.

This is one of the best books I've read, I just couldn't put it down,

Ms Jager is the best story teller!

I received an author’s copy and have left an honest review

[Captain Jim Hooper IV · Rating 5 out of 5]

A story with a purpose behind it

Once again a wonderful story well told with great characters and good plot. Although the outcome is satisfying the point of the tragedy of indigenous Native American women and children being victims of trafficking and violence and murder needs greater attention and prevention.

[Sandy Estes · Rating 4 out of 5]

My new hero, Gabriel Hawke!

The story subject is very enlightening. I did not know that so many indigenous women and children went missing every year. The story is well told, at times scary and never boring! I really liked the hero,Gabriel Hawke and his Dog! I will be reading more books by this author and about this subject .

[TAMMIE L HOTALING · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful read

This book really grabs your interest and keeps it until the last word. I am very impressed that this author donated the proceeds to help find these missing indigenous women. This is a very real problem that has gone on way too long. Thank you to Party Jager for all her wonderful native American series...and for honoring these wonderful Americans.

[Lynda · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a great story dealing with human trafficking that Gabriel Hawke was investigating after a lady whom his mom babysat for disappears. Because she is Native American the local police really didn't want to investigate. Hawke takes vacation and comes to his mom's aid and with the help of people that knew the lady they solve the case for everyone involved.

[abigail · Rating 5 out of 5]

The best MMIW MMIP book out there

Pass this along as the best Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women Persons story out there. Strong women in all the best places. Give voice to the powerless and hope where none exists.

[Gail Tavis · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the best books I have read in a long time, and I really had a hard time putting it down.
Party Jager is a wonderful storyteller, I like how intertwined Hawks story with real life issues.
Was excited to read she is starting a new series with two of the characters from book 7.

[Jo Eddy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great Gabriel Hawke novel

Thank you for shining a light on the plight of far too many first nation people. Unfortunately nothing will change until the mindset of those governing and some of those enforcing the laws start to treat everyone equally under the law.

[Joyce Burk · Rating 5 out of 5]

Best Gabriel Hawke Mystery Yet

I was enthralled with this mystery from beginning to end. It was very hard to tell which law enforcement people to trust. This type of kidnapping needs to be better publicized. Good job, Paty Jager.

[Marguerite Goodwin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent read.

Fast paced and a book you don’t want to put down. Hawke is relentless in his pursuit of the truth to the missing women. Absolutely, positively an excellent read.

[Edward R Hamm · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent

It is a great series I have enjoyed them all but this was the best and thank you for writing about such an important issue. Well done