La sonrisa perfecta

Jessie Hunt #4

by Blake Pierce

En LA SONRISA PERFECTA (Libro #4), le encargan a la criminóloga Jessie Hunt, de 29 años, recién salida de la Academia del FBI, un nuevo caso perturbador: han asesinado a una mujer de unos 30 años después de que utilizara una página de citas para acostarse con hombres casados.

¿Se ha acercado demasiado a alguno de esos hombres casados?

¿Ha sido víctima de un chantaje? ¿De algún acosador?

¿O hubo algún otro motivo mucho más nefasto en juego?

La lista de sospechosos lleva a Jessie a unos vecindarios acomodados, de diseño sofisticado, al otro lado del velo de unas vidas aparentemente perfectas, vidas que en realidad están podridas hasta el tuétano. El asesino, piensa Jessie, debe esconderse detrás de alguna de estas falsas sonrisas de plástico.

Jessie tiene que zambullirse en las profundidades de su psicosis mientras trata de atrapar a un asesino a la vez que intenta salvaguardar su frágil equilibrio mental, con su propio padre asesino todavía suelto, dispuesto a no detenerse ante nada hasta que consiga acabar con ella.

Un thriller psicológico de ritmo trepidante con personajes inolvidables y suspense que le hará latir fuerte el corazón, LA SONRISA PERFECTA es el libro #4 de una excitante serie nueva que le verá pasando páginas hasta altas horas de la madrugada.

Genres: Thriller, Mystery, Audiobook, Fiction, Mystery Thriller, Crime, Psychological Thriller

234 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 15, 2019

About the author

Blake Pierce is author of the bestselling RILEY PAGE mystery series, which includes seven books (and counting). Blake Pierce is also the author of the MACKENZIE WHITE mystery series, comprising four books (and counting); of the AVERY BLACK mystery series, comprising four books (and counting); and of the new KERI LOCKE mystery series.

An avid reader and lifelong fan of the mystery and thriller genres, Blake loves to hear from you, so please feel free to visit www.blakepierceauthor.com to learn more and stay in touch.

Reviews

[Deanna · Rating 2 out of 5]

Well if I had a dollar for every time this author used the word "incredulously" and "despite" I would be a millionaire. But we know already that these books are not the greatest works of literature this world has ever seen. I remain steadfast in my opinion that these police officers, detectives, FBI agents and criminal profilers are actually horrendous at their jobs and should seek other employment. They fall for every serial killer trick in the book and take stupid risks like going to a bar for a drink when they could easily have a drink together AT THE SAFE HOUSE! But what do I know? I actually really enjoy Bolton Crutchfield's character and finally there was an exciting twist at the end of this book! Looking forward to reading more about the surprise half-sister!

[Kristal Richardson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Jessie's a tough one

[Meredith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just finished book 4 in the Jessie Hunt series, having read the first book just two weeks ago. Each book as as good as the one previous, which is why I immediately bought #5 after finishing #4. Criminal profiler Jessie Hunt is still young, still learning, and still growing as she works with LAPD to solve crimes while concurrently trying to hunt down two serial killers with whom she has had past relationships. Of course nothing goes according to plan, nothing is every easy (or apparent), and just when you are sure you have it all figured out there is some twist or another you didn't see coming. Thankfully the books don't feel as if each regurgitates the previous one (which has happened to me with some authors). Loved it!!!

[Jan Gates · Rating 2 out of 5]

Some people read romance novels as a distraction. I enjoy crime /mysteries. After 4 novels by this author I think i am done with her. Her main character survives way too many attacks and although she solves cases, it took 4 books to kill off one of her main stalkers. Life is too short to read just so so literature. Have a pile next to my bed that I’m moving onto.

[Mayar Mahdy · Rating 3 out of 5]

To give credit when credit is due, this kept me on my toes.

It didn't have the strongest start, but the characters were cool. I'd love to see them again in book five, which came out yesterday of all days, so maybe I'll get to it this year.

The mystery wasn't really strong even though the blurb made it look so cool, but by now I've gotten used to it. I think the Crutchfield/Hunt dynamic will be much more interesting from now on, perhaps Hernandez will be a part of it somehow.

I didn't like the audio, but I think that's because it's the third narrator so I'm getting annoyed a little.

[Laur · Rating 4 out of 5]

Action - Twists and turns - good storyline. Characters are really developing and becoming more personable in the series.

Audiobook has a few edit issues (as did #3 in series), but the ending to #4 was twisty and blew me away.
4.5 Stars.

[Teresa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Yes!

I have enjoyed all 4 books that I have read in this series ( number 5 is waiting for me), but i was starting to get sick of the invincible father. Serial killer or not, they are not the immune to being human.

This one had a good story and a satisfying end.

[Jacquie · Rating 2 out of 5]

This series is ridiculous as can be.

[Meghann · Rating 4 out of 5]

I’m enjoying this series but the last two books I’ve listened to have a different narrator and she’s not as good as the person that narrates the first two books. There is several points where she repeats what she says so obviously the book didn’t go through an edit or else those parts got missed.

Enjoying where the storyline is going. The killer in this book was a little more obvious but I enjoyed the twist involved in revealing it.

[Bridget Hollister · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fast-paced thriller that I had trouble putting down. Jessie recently completed training at the FBI Academy and is using her skills to figure out who killed a young woman who regularly used a dating app that is known for their discretion and married men.

All the while, Jessie is being hunted by her serial killer father and a protégée who has taken a liking to Jessie. After faking his own death, Xander gets a hold of Jessie. With a clue to his weakness from Bolton, Jessie is able to get the upper hand and eventually kill her father with the help of one of his victims, Hannah Dorsey who turns out to be Jessie's half-sister.

Really wish they would proof-read for typos. I still can't wait for the next book.

[Shari Lin · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed the story.
Missing words and typos continue throughout the series.

While I enjoyed the series, I have to say this author could research a little more. A nurse would be trained to not offer petroleum jelly to ease dry lips when a patient is wearing an oxygen mask.

Hopefully the next book is the last. I’m ready to move on to another story from my growing TBR list.

[Betty Shedd · Rating 4 out of 5]

As a book in a series it’s like eating potato chips.......🥴

[Angie Fields · Rating 5 out of 5]

Este es el libro 4 de la serie de Jessie Hunt. Empieza con el asesinato en apariencia “perfecto”, de una chica que a través de una app de citas, sale con hombres casados y ricos; conforme avanzas te das cuenta de que lo que realmente engancha no es solo el misterio, sino todo lo que hay detrás de las apariencias. Y que los sospechosos en realidad no lo son.

La protagonista, Jessie Hunt, es una criminóloga del FBI brillante pero llena de heridas, y justo eso me encantó: no es la típica heroína perfecta, sino una mujer real, con miedos, dudas y una historia familiar bien intensa porque su padre es un asesino en serie buscado desde el libro uno, no solo por sus crímenes sino porque persigue a Jessie para matarla.

Blake Pierce escribe de una forma que te hace pensar que as en una dirección y después resulta que no, es detallista pero no en exceso.
Es de esos libros que te atrapan, pero también te dejan reflexionando sobre lo que uno esconde y de lo poco que podemos llegar a conocer a alguien..

Si te gustan los thrillers psicológicos, con emoción, giros inesperados y un toque humano, léelo.
Te va a encantar.

[Kathy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another thrilling ride along with criminal profiler Jessie Hunt

This story kept me glued to my kindle! Jessie Hunt, criminal profiler extraordinaire, is definitely out to the test in this fast paced suspense thriller. I loved this fourth installment in The Jessie Hunt series. Over all it was a great book.

There was a pharmacological error that actually made me laugh.


The pharm tech in me laughed out loud at the following passage from the book I’m currently reading.

“Oh, right,” he said, as if remembering why they were there in the first place. “Gabby’s in the den, watching TV. She took a dose of Zoloft to settle her nerves but she’s awake. You may have come at the ideal time. She’s conscious but not agitated.”

Unfortunately , that’s not how Zoloft works. For starters, it’s an antidepressant not an anti-anxiety medication. Secondly, it takes a little while to get in your system. Finally, you have to start Zoloft at a lower starter dose and slowly work up to the proper dose.

Like I stated above, even with small errors, this series is phenomenal and I will continue reading as many books as Blake publishes in the Jessie Hunt series.

[Nikki Lansing · Rating 3 out of 5]

Book 3 remains my favorite.
This one was very action-heavy, fast-paced and extremely detailed when it came to the crimes from Thurman.
3 stars because it was more of a filler book, probably leading to more later in the series.

[Britain Campbell · Rating 4 out of 5]

I just feel like I’m reading criminal minds episodes now lol
But this was enjoyable. They wrapped up the main storyline (yay!) but there’s definitely an “epilogue” type thing to that storyline too that will be discussed in later books. Honestly, I think I’d stop here if the audiobook I checked out wasn’t a bundle with the 5th book in it too. Depending on how the next book goes depends on if I’ll continue these or not.

[Christine Anderson · Rating 4 out of 5]

The main character still bothers me because of her lack of regard for rules and her superiority complex, but I am still enjoying the plot.

[Jenn McEvoy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another solid Jessie Hunt thriller! I enjoyed this one more than the previous book.

[Sam Phillips · Rating 4 out of 5]

The twist at the end was shocking. Um what?

[Elaina Ramirez · Rating 3 out of 5]

how many times are we going to make the killer a jealous woman

[Lindsay MacGregor · Rating 3 out of 5]

In the Perfect Smile, Jessie Hunt is assigned a case. A woman in her 30s has been murdered after using a dating site for affairs with married men. The question is: Has she gotten close to married men or is there another motive? Whilst she is trying to solve the case, she is playing a game of cat and mouse with two serial killers.

As I read the Jessie Hunt series, I am becoming more "attached to Jessie Hunt". She is an interesting character who has started to develop into a more adept profiler. I just had two problems with this book: The first problem is the number of typos, grammar and spelling mistakes. It is a big frustration and distracts one from the story. The second issue that I have with the story is that I would love to see more of the psychology behind profiling. She arrived at a conclusion but how? Otherwise, good read.

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another in this series I am totally in love with. I can't get enough of Blake Pierces books.

[Heather · Rating 4 out of 5]

Better than the 3rd book and super quick read! On to the next!

[Chanda Shae Curry · Rating 5 out of 5]

Intense ride

Wow just freaking a wow!! Jessie is one badass woman. Not one but two deranged serial killers after her and one is her own dear daddy. Will they catch her or will she catch them first? Get on this thrill ride of a series and enjoy.

[Tiffany · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is another great addition to the series. Each book has its own plot (case to solve) and then there’s an overarching plot for the series. These stories are the perfect length, leaving you satisfied but also wanting more.

This particular case was interesting and had a decent twist. I’m curious to see where the end of this book will take future books in the series.

If you’re into psychological thrillers/suspense, then these books are right up your alley!

[Kristin Wilson · Rating 2 out of 5]

It just gets more unbelievable. She's living in a safe house but then they decide it's ok to go to a bar and have a drink after a long day. Do they know you can buy a bottle of booze and have a drink in the safe house, where it's supposed to be safe? The amount of rules/laws broken by Jessie and the amount of information she is always hiding from law enforcement is so much I don't understand how she still has a job, especially since she's just a part time junior profiler. Yet she ends up on all these cases with high profile people. And she keeps missing the obvious clues until after the fact, proving she is the worst profiler.

Basically, every book plot is: watch Jessie screw up, have a close brush with death, and then make it out alive and ready to start the next case. And in between screwing up, she whines about following protocol and somehow gets other people to agree with her to get her way so everyone is breaking the rules for her which will always compromise her safety and put her in a bad situation.

[Jessica S W · Rating 3 out of 5]

So I’m like just enough into this series that I keep reading but there are so many plot holes and inconsistencies that it’s hard to ignore. example: in an earlier book they said Rodriguez was the only staff member that NRD had kept on from the old guard. Then in this book Rodriguez (who for a reason beyond me they started calling Ernie in this book) was a new hire with Gentry.

Also Jessie’s absolute stupidity is just aggravating as a reader sometimes. Doing things like ditching your protective detail like she does often for ambiguous reasons with no consequences just happens so often in this book.

Anyway. Am I likely going to read the next one ? Probably. My intrigue does override my annoyance, but barely.

[Kat (Books are Comfort Food) · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love these books and have read them from the beginning. Love them. Difficult to put down and I love the fact there is the main story of Jessica being terrorized by her killer father and sub stories. I particularly enjoyed the supporting characters in this book. I also love the cat and mouse between Crutchfield. I can’t wait for the next installment. I wish there were more books out there like this. I spend more time looking for good books than reading them. 👍🏻

[Lucy Appadoo · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved this novel in this series and was grateful that a particular conflict was resolved. I like the protagonist's resilient nature. She has suffered a lot over the course of her life and channels a lot of her pain in her work as an FBI agent. It has a witty plot, and is such a page-turner that has led me to read through to book five in the series. Great work, Blake.

[Brenda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excitement and scary

This girl is one in a million! She has survived through three
books. She gets tortured in so many different ways.
And somehow survives her horrible serial killer dad!
At the end of this one you will get a surprise!