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Emily Stone #2
Dead Game
All of the EMILY STONE THRILLERS are Stand-Alone AWARD WINNER for Thriller at Readers FavoriteIn her independent efforts to catch child killers, Emily Stone discovers the evidence that the cops can’t — or won’t — uncover. Now, this covert investigator is back on the hunt for the world’s most sick and twisted murderers. But even with help from ex-police detective Rick Lopez, this time she’s facing her most dangerous opponent yet.The headlines in the San Jose Mercury News blare updates on a serial killer who seems able to slaughter with impunity. Men, women — it doesn’t matter; the victims serve only to satisfy a perverted need to kill. The killer watches the moment of death on multiple computer screens, over and over again. The only connection is that they’re all devotees of the latest video-game craze — a sophisticated brain-puzzler called EagleEye.When the killer goes after Lopez’s law-enforcement mentor, Lopez and Stone decide to give the cops a little extra, unsolicited help. What follows takes them deep inside a shocking high-tech world, a kind of social-networking community for serial killers. But when they start getting too close to the truth, all hell’s going to break loose.Now, Stone and Lopez become the killer’s next target as Stone must make a difficult decision to leave the ones she loves in an all-or-nothing effort for survival. Can they stay alive long enough to blow the whistle on this unlikely perpetrator?
376 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 30, 2009
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Jennifer Chase
33 books586 followersLibrarian Note: There is more than one author in the GoodReads database with this name. See this thread for more information.
Jennifer Chase is a multi award-winning and USA Today Best Selling crime fiction author, as well as a consulting criminologist. She has written the popular Detective Katie Scott Series and the Emily Stone Thriller Series.
Jennifer holds a bachelor degree in police forensics and a master's degree in criminology & criminal justice. These academic pursuits developed out of her curiosity about the criminal mind as well as from her own experience with a violent psychopath, providing Jennifer with deep personal investment in every story she tells. In addition, she holds certifications in serial crime and criminal profiling.
She is an affiliate member of the International Association of Forensic Criminologists, and member of the International Thriller Writers. www.authorjenniferchase.com
Jennifer Chase is a multi award-winning and USA Today Best Selling crime fiction author, as well as a consulting criminologist. She has written the popular Detective Katie Scott Series and the Emily Stone Thriller Series.
Jennifer holds a bachelor degree in police forensics and a master's degree in criminology & criminal justice. These academic pursuits developed out of her curiosity about the criminal mind as well as from her own experience with a violent psychopath, providing Jennifer with deep personal investment in every story she tells. In addition, she holds certifications in serial crime and criminal profiling.
She is an affiliate member of the International Association of Forensic Criminologists, and member of the International Thriller Writers. www.authorjenniferchase.com
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November 14, 2019
I started with book two in this series as I thought book one sounded a bit dull. Maybe it would have been better because book 2 was very underwhelming. Emily Stone (who is apparently a bad-ass) and her partner Rick Lopez, an ex-police detective hunt down child killers and send the evidence to the police. Sounds good right? Wrong!
Featuring flat writing, cardboard characters and an implausible plot with too many moving parts, not all of which make sense, and amateur theatrics...well, I won't go on but you get the picture. I felt nothing for the characters. Emily took stupid risks to manufacture some drama and I'm getting tired of these so-called female 'heroes' who do really dumb shit that puts other people at risk just so they can save the day. Its not realistic. I like a dramatic book as much, if not more, as the next person. If the drama happens or is part of the story - fine. Sometimes people find themselves impossible situations and have to do the unthinkable to survive. But this manufactured drama is no longer working for me.
Unfortunately I downloaded another book by this author at the same time. Luckily its a stand alone and I'm hoping its marginally better. As for Emily Stone, I won't be reading any more of her stupid stories. Am I cranky, yes! Three boring books in a row - not happy.
Featuring flat writing, cardboard characters and an implausible plot with too many moving parts, not all of which make sense, and amateur theatrics...well, I won't go on but you get the picture. I felt nothing for the characters. Emily took stupid risks to manufacture some drama and I'm getting tired of these so-called female 'heroes' who do really dumb shit that puts other people at risk just so they can save the day. Its not realistic. I like a dramatic book as much, if not more, as the next person. If the drama happens or is part of the story - fine. Sometimes people find themselves impossible situations and have to do the unthinkable to survive. But this manufactured drama is no longer working for me.
Unfortunately I downloaded another book by this author at the same time. Luckily its a stand alone and I'm hoping its marginally better. As for Emily Stone, I won't be reading any more of her stupid stories. Am I cranky, yes! Three boring books in a row - not happy.
June 7, 2022
I've just published my second thriller novel. This is another Emily Stone story that I've taken up a notch with suspense and thrills. She tangles with a voyeuristic serial killer hidden behind the many layers of technology in order to find his victims. I really enjoyed writing this book and I hope that others will enjoy it too. I would love to hear feedback and comments.
January 12, 2010
I haven't read the first Emily Stone book, but this one makes plenty of sense without it. I really liked the story. Emily is a bad-ass, and I love the strong, assertive, smart women in books who get things done, and don't worry about getting dirty. I definitely plan to read the first one now. I hated Jordan at first, but by the end I loved him! There are a few editing errors, but I always search for them in books, so it may be that I just enjoy finding them, so I really look hard. In my crazy mind it makes me think I would be a great editor! Dead Game is a great read, and I didn't want to put it down! You fall in love with the characters, and want to know what happens with them. I would like to read more about Jordan. It would be fun to know what happens with him after his time in Dead Game.
March 22, 2010
3.5 Stars- I Liked It
"Dead Game: An Emily Stone novel" was a fast read.
Immediately upon the first few pages, we are thrust into Emily's life as a secret detective. She is a "lost" prior detective who slipped through the system when she was marked as deceased, and she remained to be listed as so. Now, she is solving child predator and abduction cases on her own, with the help of her lover and also retired detective Rick. With the two of them together, they make for an unbeatable, and undefeated team. They solve the crimes and catch the child killers, most times before it's too late.
Then, we are switched to another angle in the book. We start to follow some serial killers as they are using an internet game to track and choose their next victims. The killers are dilusional and sick-minded and want nothing but to see ordinary and extraordinary people alike, with their lives drained from their bodies- their voices pleading for life.
The third angle is from the detectives' point of view. They are receiving these anonymous emails from the "secret detectives" where they are solving cases that were long since "closed". And the detectives are aware of the internet-based killings, but don't know where to start finding clues on how to solve the murders.
Until they have Emily and Rick on their sides.
This book takes place over the course of about two weeks. The story was so fast paced, so that means that the serial killers had time to profile their victims, stake them out, and kill them (when no one else was around to witness) all within a day or two each victim.
There are a few murders scored in this novel, but each only last one or two pages. We don't get to know any of the deceased, so we don't really care when they are killed off. There is nothing graphic about the deaths, and nothing extraordinary about them either. Each is killed in the same manner, each killing has nothing to do with the prior (except for the gaming). If you love suspense, but not so much violence or gore, this novel would be perfect for someone just starting out in the Thriller genre. It will keep you guessing, but at the same time, it isn't riddled with unnecessary rape, blood or gore.
I wished I had gotten to get a really in depth description / conversation about what actually happened to Emily a few years prior. I didn't read the previous Emily Stone novel (didn't think these two were like sequels) so I never found out what actually happened to her. It was sort of glazed over throughout the novel. Other than that missing piece, there is no need for you to read the first in order to understand this one. "Dead Game" is a stand-alone novel, just with characters whose lives had previously been discussed in another volume.
I loved Emily's strong character. I loved that Rick allowed her to be strong too. Brave women kick butt!
This story was good. I read it within a few days. It is extremely fast-paced, peppered with surprises, love, and even some human qualities that aren't usually included in thrillers.
It might make a very good screenplay. If a director with a vivid imagination got his hands on this piece, it would make a very interesting thriller movie.
"Dead Game" is a great effort. It is one of my first thrillers that I've actually gotten through.
It's an entertaining read. If you've got a few hours, sit down and enjoy it with Jennifer Chase's second Emily Stone novel: "Dead Game"
[I gave this book 4 stars on Amazon, because it was better than "okay" but 3 stars here, because it was a 3.5 rate for me:]
"Dead Game: An Emily Stone novel" was a fast read.
Immediately upon the first few pages, we are thrust into Emily's life as a secret detective. She is a "lost" prior detective who slipped through the system when she was marked as deceased, and she remained to be listed as so. Now, she is solving child predator and abduction cases on her own, with the help of her lover and also retired detective Rick. With the two of them together, they make for an unbeatable, and undefeated team. They solve the crimes and catch the child killers, most times before it's too late.
Then, we are switched to another angle in the book. We start to follow some serial killers as they are using an internet game to track and choose their next victims. The killers are dilusional and sick-minded and want nothing but to see ordinary and extraordinary people alike, with their lives drained from their bodies- their voices pleading for life.
The third angle is from the detectives' point of view. They are receiving these anonymous emails from the "secret detectives" where they are solving cases that were long since "closed". And the detectives are aware of the internet-based killings, but don't know where to start finding clues on how to solve the murders.
Until they have Emily and Rick on their sides.
This book takes place over the course of about two weeks. The story was so fast paced, so that means that the serial killers had time to profile their victims, stake them out, and kill them (when no one else was around to witness) all within a day or two each victim.
There are a few murders scored in this novel, but each only last one or two pages. We don't get to know any of the deceased, so we don't really care when they are killed off. There is nothing graphic about the deaths, and nothing extraordinary about them either. Each is killed in the same manner, each killing has nothing to do with the prior (except for the gaming). If you love suspense, but not so much violence or gore, this novel would be perfect for someone just starting out in the Thriller genre. It will keep you guessing, but at the same time, it isn't riddled with unnecessary rape, blood or gore.
I wished I had gotten to get a really in depth description / conversation about what actually happened to Emily a few years prior. I didn't read the previous Emily Stone novel (didn't think these two were like sequels) so I never found out what actually happened to her. It was sort of glazed over throughout the novel. Other than that missing piece, there is no need for you to read the first in order to understand this one. "Dead Game" is a stand-alone novel, just with characters whose lives had previously been discussed in another volume.
I loved Emily's strong character. I loved that Rick allowed her to be strong too. Brave women kick butt!
This story was good. I read it within a few days. It is extremely fast-paced, peppered with surprises, love, and even some human qualities that aren't usually included in thrillers.
It might make a very good screenplay. If a director with a vivid imagination got his hands on this piece, it would make a very interesting thriller movie.
"Dead Game" is a great effort. It is one of my first thrillers that I've actually gotten through.
It's an entertaining read. If you've got a few hours, sit down and enjoy it with Jennifer Chase's second Emily Stone novel: "Dead Game"
[I gave this book 4 stars on Amazon, because it was better than "okay" but 3 stars here, because it was a 3.5 rate for me:]
February 21, 2010
Dead Game:
An Emily Stone Novel
By Jennifer Chase
Outskirts Press
ISBN: 9781432751289
370 Pages
I was pleased to receive the notice in the mail from Jennifer Chase that her second book, Dead Game, had been published! Having read her first Emily Stone novel, Compulsion, I was immediately involved with the main character. But her second book, Dead Game, shows not only Chase’s growing expertise as a serious writer, but by partnering Emily with a wonderful male lead/romantic interest, Rick Lopez, she has expanded the potential for a series that I predict will only get better and better!
Emily Stone developed a compulsion—she tracks child victims of pedophiles, kidnappers or others out to harm children. Her resources have been so well developed that she is always way ahead in any investigation and normally has determined the location of the child and submitted everything needed by the police so that they can quickly work to close the case and return the child home.
But this time, Emily’s compulsion to help children is set aside as Rick needed her support when Milt, a long-time friend and mentor was killed, apparently as a result of some type of private investigation he was making concerning serial killers.
But this serial killer is like no other—he does not participate, he only watches the victims as they die...over and over and over...
Two young men, who had been like sons to Milt, both wanted to help find out what had happened. An amusing sidebar to the primary story is that one of them, Jordan, becomes interested in Emily while jealous Rick hovers. This reader hopes that Jordan comes back as a regular character, not only because of the personal relationships, but because of who and what he was at the beginning of the story!
Solving Milt’s murder soon leads directly to the company for which Jordan and Derek work and who were both involved in the creation and utilization of the “Dead Game.”
One thing I love about thrillers that involve use of the Internet is that there is always something “potential” that is part of the suspense. In this case, somewhere—out there—is a secret social networking site—you guessed it, for serial killers! Yes, the opportunities for using the Internet for bad as well as good have always been and will continue. But I love to have authors show the potential and how the good guy wins out! In this book, I especially enjoyed how the police worked with those who were experts in solving the crime. This may not actually happen in real life...but who knows, if we read enough books with that theme, somebody in our bureaucratic nation might pick up the idea and do some really great “stuff” for the country!
The tension, twists and turns in Dead Game are perfect! This thriller was truly a “read through in one sitting” for me and I loved everything that Jennifer Chase put into this, her second novel. I’ve just added Jennifer Chase to my Trackle list of “must-read authors!”
Need I say more...
G. A. Bixler
An Emily Stone Novel
By Jennifer Chase
Outskirts Press
ISBN: 9781432751289
370 Pages
I was pleased to receive the notice in the mail from Jennifer Chase that her second book, Dead Game, had been published! Having read her first Emily Stone novel, Compulsion, I was immediately involved with the main character. But her second book, Dead Game, shows not only Chase’s growing expertise as a serious writer, but by partnering Emily with a wonderful male lead/romantic interest, Rick Lopez, she has expanded the potential for a series that I predict will only get better and better!
Emily Stone developed a compulsion—she tracks child victims of pedophiles, kidnappers or others out to harm children. Her resources have been so well developed that she is always way ahead in any investigation and normally has determined the location of the child and submitted everything needed by the police so that they can quickly work to close the case and return the child home.
But this time, Emily’s compulsion to help children is set aside as Rick needed her support when Milt, a long-time friend and mentor was killed, apparently as a result of some type of private investigation he was making concerning serial killers.
But this serial killer is like no other—he does not participate, he only watches the victims as they die...over and over and over...
Two young men, who had been like sons to Milt, both wanted to help find out what had happened. An amusing sidebar to the primary story is that one of them, Jordan, becomes interested in Emily while jealous Rick hovers. This reader hopes that Jordan comes back as a regular character, not only because of the personal relationships, but because of who and what he was at the beginning of the story!
Solving Milt’s murder soon leads directly to the company for which Jordan and Derek work and who were both involved in the creation and utilization of the “Dead Game.”
One thing I love about thrillers that involve use of the Internet is that there is always something “potential” that is part of the suspense. In this case, somewhere—out there—is a secret social networking site—you guessed it, for serial killers! Yes, the opportunities for using the Internet for bad as well as good have always been and will continue. But I love to have authors show the potential and how the good guy wins out! In this book, I especially enjoyed how the police worked with those who were experts in solving the crime. This may not actually happen in real life...but who knows, if we read enough books with that theme, somebody in our bureaucratic nation might pick up the idea and do some really great “stuff” for the country!
The tension, twists and turns in Dead Game are perfect! This thriller was truly a “read through in one sitting” for me and I loved everything that Jennifer Chase put into this, her second novel. I’ve just added Jennifer Chase to my Trackle list of “must-read authors!”
Need I say more...
G. A. Bixler
January 15, 2010
Emily Stone quit her job with the police department to pursue her specialty. Emily has a unique ability to capture child abductors. Rick Lopez is an ex-police detective that has joined her as both lover and partner. The pair are living on their savings and using their time to watch for Amber Alerts and try to find whoever has gone missing. Dead Game takes the two away from the hunt for child abductors and into the world of high-tech video games and a hunt for a serial killer.
Rick receives a call from Derek McGraw. Derek’s Uncle Milt is dead. Milt was Rick’s mentor and training officer when he first applied at various police departments. Rick and Emily immediately leave to attend Milt’s funeral.
Derek informs Rick that Milt’s case has been closed and ruled as an accident but Derek is not convinced. Rick and Emily agree to stick around and see if they can find out any information about Milt’s death. Although Milt’s death has been ruled accidental, Rick begins to think Milt's death might be connected to a current spree of deaths at the hands of a serial killer. The only connection between the victims is the fact that they are involved in playing EagleEye, a high-tech computer game. Derek McGraw helped develop EagleEye for GAMECO, Inc., a video game company.
Rick is determined to find out exactly what happened to Milt and why but his determination puts everyone in danger including Emily, Derek and his best friend Jordan. Dead Game is a thriller that brings back Emily Stone and Rick Lopez who first appeared in the book Compulsion and introduces new and exciting characters.
Rick receives a call from Derek McGraw. Derek’s Uncle Milt is dead. Milt was Rick’s mentor and training officer when he first applied at various police departments. Rick and Emily immediately leave to attend Milt’s funeral.
Derek informs Rick that Milt’s case has been closed and ruled as an accident but Derek is not convinced. Rick and Emily agree to stick around and see if they can find out any information about Milt’s death. Although Milt’s death has been ruled accidental, Rick begins to think Milt's death might be connected to a current spree of deaths at the hands of a serial killer. The only connection between the victims is the fact that they are involved in playing EagleEye, a high-tech computer game. Derek McGraw helped develop EagleEye for GAMECO, Inc., a video game company.
Rick is determined to find out exactly what happened to Milt and why but his determination puts everyone in danger including Emily, Derek and his best friend Jordan. Dead Game is a thriller that brings back Emily Stone and Rick Lopez who first appeared in the book Compulsion and introduces new and exciting characters.
January 27, 2010
Jennifer Chase does it again! Hang onto the edge of your seats and prepare to bite your nails to their nubs. Dead Game is a thriller that you'll want to devour in one sitting. It's provocative. It's compelling!
Like the Phoenix rising out of the ashes, her heroine Emily Stone continues the hunt for pedophiles and serial killers. This time, she does it anonymously. It's as if she is a guardian angel for the potential or very real victims of one of the most heinous criminals since Hannibal Lechter.
Dead Game is engrossing from the very first page. Ms. Chase doesn't waste any time getting into the action as her character, Emily Stone, seeks to save her first victim from a gruesome fate. Unfortunately evil lurks within the realms of a computer game which will claim many unwitting subscribers before the dead game is through.
A macabre game of death continues to be played out to increasing climaxes for the delight of a man who has sold his soul to the devil. Eerie images of his tortured victims flicker upon multiple television screens while they meet their gory ends. Meanwhile the cold-blooded serial killer watches with insatiability as he reaches for ever-increasing heights of ecstasy.
Ms. Chase has created characters I found abhorrent. At the same time she engaged me with ones who embrace all that is good about humankind. With uncanny skill, she took me on a spellbinding journey within a deftly created storyline. I felt as if I was part of the action. I shall be eagerly awaiting the next book by this up and coming, most talented author.
Davis Aujourd'hui, author of The Misadventures of Sister Mary Olga Fortitude
Like the Phoenix rising out of the ashes, her heroine Emily Stone continues the hunt for pedophiles and serial killers. This time, she does it anonymously. It's as if she is a guardian angel for the potential or very real victims of one of the most heinous criminals since Hannibal Lechter.
Dead Game is engrossing from the very first page. Ms. Chase doesn't waste any time getting into the action as her character, Emily Stone, seeks to save her first victim from a gruesome fate. Unfortunately evil lurks within the realms of a computer game which will claim many unwitting subscribers before the dead game is through.
A macabre game of death continues to be played out to increasing climaxes for the delight of a man who has sold his soul to the devil. Eerie images of his tortured victims flicker upon multiple television screens while they meet their gory ends. Meanwhile the cold-blooded serial killer watches with insatiability as he reaches for ever-increasing heights of ecstasy.
Ms. Chase has created characters I found abhorrent. At the same time she engaged me with ones who embrace all that is good about humankind. With uncanny skill, she took me on a spellbinding journey within a deftly created storyline. I felt as if I was part of the action. I shall be eagerly awaiting the next book by this up and coming, most talented author.
Davis Aujourd'hui, author of The Misadventures of Sister Mary Olga Fortitude
December 18, 2009
Dead Game: An Emily Stone Novel is a fast paced thriller.
Emily Stone has an unusual job, a secret vigilante on a mission to save children. She tracks down pedophiles and killers of children , along with her mate Rick Lopez.
Rick, once a law enforcement officer receives a phone call regarding his good friend and mentor Milt. He and Emily begin a mission to stop the most sick and gruesome serial killer. A man so twisted, who gets on camera the torturous killing of these victims, and watches over and over, the fear and pain each suffers right before they die a brutal death.
Emily and Rick are in a race with time to track down this killer, finding a connection, an unusual connection, each victim has been involved in a computer game called Eagle Eye. With more and more deaths and time running out , they find they are on the list in this twisted Deadly Game and they just may end up dead.
Jennifer Chase grabs the reader with fast paced, page turning suspense. I look forward to more books from Ms. Chase, and will be reading her fist book Compulsion.
Emily Stone has an unusual job, a secret vigilante on a mission to save children. She tracks down pedophiles and killers of children , along with her mate Rick Lopez.
Rick, once a law enforcement officer receives a phone call regarding his good friend and mentor Milt. He and Emily begin a mission to stop the most sick and gruesome serial killer. A man so twisted, who gets on camera the torturous killing of these victims, and watches over and over, the fear and pain each suffers right before they die a brutal death.
Emily and Rick are in a race with time to track down this killer, finding a connection, an unusual connection, each victim has been involved in a computer game called Eagle Eye. With more and more deaths and time running out , they find they are on the list in this twisted Deadly Game and they just may end up dead.
Jennifer Chase grabs the reader with fast paced, page turning suspense. I look forward to more books from Ms. Chase, and will be reading her fist book Compulsion.
December 9, 2009
I had the opportunity to read this a month or so ago, so it's not as fresh in my mind as others, with that being said, I enjoyed it.
The dynamic between Emily and Rick has changed since Compulsion and it's great to see their relationship changing and evolving, to watch the loaner (Emily) learn to work with a partner, and to watch Rick step back and let Emily do her thing. Keep an eye out for Jordan too!
Compulsion was written in present tense, which threw me a bit. If you're like me, then you'll be happy to know that Dead Game is written in past tense, and none of the excitement or drama was lost in this change.
Along with the action, the drama, and the daring escapes there was an emotional connection. How far would you go for the ones you love? What are you willing to give up?
If you are a fan of Compulsion, Jennifer Chase's debut novel, you won't be disappointed with Dead Game! If you haven't read either yet...Christmas is coming up, maybe if you ask nicely Santa will leave both under the tree for you.
The dynamic between Emily and Rick has changed since Compulsion and it's great to see their relationship changing and evolving, to watch the loaner (Emily) learn to work with a partner, and to watch Rick step back and let Emily do her thing. Keep an eye out for Jordan too!
Compulsion was written in present tense, which threw me a bit. If you're like me, then you'll be happy to know that Dead Game is written in past tense, and none of the excitement or drama was lost in this change.
Along with the action, the drama, and the daring escapes there was an emotional connection. How far would you go for the ones you love? What are you willing to give up?
If you are a fan of Compulsion, Jennifer Chase's debut novel, you won't be disappointed with Dead Game! If you haven't read either yet...Christmas is coming up, maybe if you ask nicely Santa will leave both under the tree for you.
January 15, 2010
In Dead Game, Emily Stone and Rick Lopez, both ex-cops, work together to stop child rapists/killers. They gather information the cops can't, then inform the cops so justice can prevaile. When Rick's mentor dies, he and Emily looks into his death, and finds that it is linked to a popular game that is unwittingly being used to find victims for a sadistic serial killer. As they get closer to the truth, they become the focus of the serial killer, leaving them to fight for thier lives.
I really enjoyed this book. The writing is in a CSI-style, and the storyline grabs you right off the bat. You quickly become engrossed in Emily and Rick's plight to save children from twisted killers/pediofiles, and don't want to put the book down. I can't wait for the next book to come out, and am already on the hunt for the first Emily Stone book, Compulsion. Jennifer Chase know's her stuff, and knows how to tell it well. I will definetly be keeping up with her series. If you enjoy a good thriller, pick up Dead Game today. You will not be disappointed!
I really enjoyed this book. The writing is in a CSI-style, and the storyline grabs you right off the bat. You quickly become engrossed in Emily and Rick's plight to save children from twisted killers/pediofiles, and don't want to put the book down. I can't wait for the next book to come out, and am already on the hunt for the first Emily Stone book, Compulsion. Jennifer Chase know's her stuff, and knows how to tell it well. I will definetly be keeping up with her series. If you enjoy a good thriller, pick up Dead Game today. You will not be disappointed!
March 14, 2022
Body of the crime by Jennifer Chase.
A Chip Palmer Forensic Mystery Book 1.
Three grisly murders linked to five old cold cases, dubbed the Flower Girl Murders, pushes detectives to their limit to find a clever and extremely brutal serial killer, leaving a California town demanding justice. The District Attorney’s Serial Special Task Force retains the help of the reclusive Dr. Chip Palmer, a forensic expert and criminal profiler, to steer them in the right direction. Palmer is known for his astute academic interpretations of serial and predatory crimes, along with his unconventional tactics that goes against general police procedures. He is partnered with the tough and beautiful D.A. Inspector Kate Rawlins, a homicide detective transplanted from Phoenix, and the chemistry ignites between the team—both good and deadly.
A brilliant read. Great story and characters. 5*.
A Chip Palmer Forensic Mystery Book 1.
Three grisly murders linked to five old cold cases, dubbed the Flower Girl Murders, pushes detectives to their limit to find a clever and extremely brutal serial killer, leaving a California town demanding justice. The District Attorney’s Serial Special Task Force retains the help of the reclusive Dr. Chip Palmer, a forensic expert and criminal profiler, to steer them in the right direction. Palmer is known for his astute academic interpretations of serial and predatory crimes, along with his unconventional tactics that goes against general police procedures. He is partnered with the tough and beautiful D.A. Inspector Kate Rawlins, a homicide detective transplanted from Phoenix, and the chemistry ignites between the team—both good and deadly.
A brilliant read. Great story and characters. 5*.
January 28, 2020
Worthwhile Read
Great story. 4 stars for editing errors. Cheapens quality of the read. Am now reading book three. The stories are great but have little things. Like Lani (book 3) meets her and instantly knows she wants to save children. And everyone is entranced by her beauty. You asked for my opinion. I would still recommend this series with all its quirks. Like book one jumping from 1st person account to 2nd or 3rd person made it a bit harder to read but basic story was still good. I’m still riding along.
Great story. 4 stars for editing errors. Cheapens quality of the read. Am now reading book three. The stories are great but have little things. Like Lani (book 3) meets her and instantly knows she wants to save children. And everyone is entranced by her beauty. You asked for my opinion. I would still recommend this series with all its quirks. Like book one jumping from 1st person account to 2nd or 3rd person made it a bit harder to read but basic story was still good. I’m still riding along.
May 6, 2018
Not up to usual
Not up to Jennifer's usual high standards. A good read all the same but just not the detail orientated slant that I am used to reading. Sounds more like it would have been a first book effort. Other tales have sounded more polished but I will continue because I love all the others.
Not up to Jennifer's usual high standards. A good read all the same but just not the detail orientated slant that I am used to reading. Sounds more like it would have been a first book effort. Other tales have sounded more polished but I will continue because I love all the others.
January 23, 2025
QUITE THRILLING
This was a great book, I found I couldn’t put it down until I finished.
This is going to be an even better series. I don’t recall ever reading about the premise; basically a woman, former cop and her paramour investigating crimes against children. Definitely recommend.
This was a great book, I found I couldn’t put it down until I finished.
This is going to be an even better series. I don’t recall ever reading about the premise; basically a woman, former cop and her paramour investigating crimes against children. Definitely recommend.
November 7, 2017
I really have enjoyed reading these NOVELS and look forward to continuing to do so .Thanks
I liked the suspense,and the characters involved. The romance is nice I just hope you leave that as secondary. Thanks
I liked the suspense,and the characters involved. The romance is nice I just hope you leave that as secondary. Thanks
May 22, 2020
A lot of questions
What happened to Ricks daughter from his first marriage? He did not think about her at all in this book. Why can't Rick and Emily wait for the police when they solve an abduction?
What happened to Ricks daughter from his first marriage? He did not think about her at all in this book. Why can't Rick and Emily wait for the police when they solve an abduction?
March 23, 2021
Good story, disappointing editing
Really good book, great storyline but my enjoyment was spoiled by the poor editing with lots of wrong and missing words. Such a shame as I really like the author.
Really good book, great storyline but my enjoyment was spoiled by the poor editing with lots of wrong and missing words. Such a shame as I really like the author.
December 9, 2022
Great book! Romance, murder, and excitement all rolled into one great book.
I recommend this book to those who wish that justice would be a real thing in our society. Pedophiles do not EVER deserve to breathe free air again .
I recommend this book to those who wish that justice would be a real thing in our society. Pedophiles do not EVER deserve to breathe free air again .
November 2, 2023
A definite must read series
This was an intense, complex, and suspenseful thriller that will hook you from the start. With the many unexpected twists and turns, it's not a story that you'll want to miss.
I would definitely recommend this book, series, and outstanding author.
This was an intense, complex, and suspenseful thriller that will hook you from the start. With the many unexpected twists and turns, it's not a story that you'll want to miss.
I would definitely recommend this book, series, and outstanding author.
April 4, 2024
Love love this book!!!
I really like Emily ,I like she is fearless in her pursuit to save children and adults from pedifiles and serial killers' Rick and Emily love story and they work well together to help save children and solve cases
I really like Emily ,I like she is fearless in her pursuit to save children and adults from pedifiles and serial killers' Rick and Emily love story and they work well together to help save children and solve cases
July 14, 2018
Needs to be proofread and reformatted.
July 7, 2020
Review of: "Dead Game".
A good read and definitely a mystery from start to finish. It took me to the last short chapter before I could guess the ending.
A good read and definitely a mystery from start to finish. It took me to the last short chapter before I could guess the ending.
December 24, 2020
Great Storyline!
Emily has some excitement in this one and some surprises! A few tight spots to get threw. Some who done its and some close calls! Good read!
Emily has some excitement in this one and some surprises! A few tight spots to get threw. Some who done its and some close calls! Good read!
April 17, 2021
Game on looks can kill
Five stars amazing fast moving smart and good guys fighting for good justice and not hidden away from their mind
Five stars amazing fast moving smart and good guys fighting for good justice and not hidden away from their mind
December 1, 2022
Fantastic book very hard to put down. I love this range of books it’s very interesting well written lots of drama. Recommend this read to anyone who like this type of suspense
December 6, 2022
Be prepared to be addicted
Amazingly and addictive suspenseful book. Jennifer Chase knows how to write. This book kept me glued to the very end.
Amazingly and addictive suspenseful book. Jennifer Chase knows how to write. This book kept me glued to the very end.
November 8, 2023
Great read!
Jennifer Chase has a way of keeping you wanting to turn every page for the next exciting adventure. Great book!
Jennifer Chase has a way of keeping you wanting to turn every page for the next exciting adventure. Great book!
January 6, 2024
Good story but obviously hasn’t been edited. The last one in this series was the same way. A lot of mistakes that make it frustrating to read. If you don’t care about consistency, it’s a good read!
January 21, 2024
Wow!
5 star read all the way!! This is the 2nd in the series and it’s easily as good as the first if not better! On to no. 3 now!
5 star read all the way!! This is the 2nd in the series and it’s easily as good as the first if not better! On to no. 3 now!
August 16, 2016
Even the cover creeped me out! Never mind the sick twisted serial killer who seems to pick his targets at random and then videotapes them dying as they slowly strangle to death. The police are baffled, unable to find a motive or any connection the victims have in common.
Emily Stone, who has devoted her life to tracking down child predators, along with her boyfriend and partner, former detective, Rick Lopez, just finished up her latest case. A case which had a happy ending for a change when the missing little girl was found alive. She and Rick sent all the evidence to the police who, in turn, arrested the bad guy. Now Rick is insisting they take a break, knowing full well Emily needs a little R & R in order to distance herself from all the darkness surrounding their chosen profession. Of course Emily balks at the idea. There are still children to save and innocent victims who deserve justice. However, before they can do much of anything, Rick gets a call from the nephew of a friend letting Rick know his friend passed away. While the police are calling the man's death an accident, Derek, the nephew, is convinced his uncle was murdered.
Rick and Emily begin to investigate. When Emily finds Uncle Milt's computer files have some strange codes or encryptions, she calls her friend, Mike, a detective and former co-worker back in Valporaiso, Indiana. Mike ends up flying out to help them. When he finds ties to Derek's computer game he invented, EagleEye, and subsequently, ties to the software company Derek works for, GAMECO, things really heat up. Before long Emily and Rick are dodging bullets, fighting off bad guys and dog attacks, and actually just trying to stay alive.
This was fast paced and I was hooked from the very first page. Didn't want to put it down. As is par for the course, Emily is passionate about her work, doing everything within her power to save as many missing children as she can. For a long time she acted alone, but now she has Rick. The two of them make quite an imposing team. I love the way his first concern is always Emily. He's crazy about her and it shows. He's the solid rock she needs when things start to overwhelm her. He's the voice of reason in her head. And while she needs him, he also relies on her. Her dedication and determination inspire him to be a better man, to try harder to succeed no matter what the cost. She completes him and at times, when she puts herself in harm's way, it drives him crazy, worrying he won't be able to protect her. This time both their lives are in danger as a dangerous psychopath has them in his sights.
The plots in this series are always good and as you can tell from the above, the characters are a big draw. I am really enjoying the author's work. Can't wait to delve into the next one.
Emily Stone, who has devoted her life to tracking down child predators, along with her boyfriend and partner, former detective, Rick Lopez, just finished up her latest case. A case which had a happy ending for a change when the missing little girl was found alive. She and Rick sent all the evidence to the police who, in turn, arrested the bad guy. Now Rick is insisting they take a break, knowing full well Emily needs a little R & R in order to distance herself from all the darkness surrounding their chosen profession. Of course Emily balks at the idea. There are still children to save and innocent victims who deserve justice. However, before they can do much of anything, Rick gets a call from the nephew of a friend letting Rick know his friend passed away. While the police are calling the man's death an accident, Derek, the nephew, is convinced his uncle was murdered.
Rick and Emily begin to investigate. When Emily finds Uncle Milt's computer files have some strange codes or encryptions, she calls her friend, Mike, a detective and former co-worker back in Valporaiso, Indiana. Mike ends up flying out to help them. When he finds ties to Derek's computer game he invented, EagleEye, and subsequently, ties to the software company Derek works for, GAMECO, things really heat up. Before long Emily and Rick are dodging bullets, fighting off bad guys and dog attacks, and actually just trying to stay alive.
This was fast paced and I was hooked from the very first page. Didn't want to put it down. As is par for the course, Emily is passionate about her work, doing everything within her power to save as many missing children as she can. For a long time she acted alone, but now she has Rick. The two of them make quite an imposing team. I love the way his first concern is always Emily. He's crazy about her and it shows. He's the solid rock she needs when things start to overwhelm her. He's the voice of reason in her head. And while she needs him, he also relies on her. Her dedication and determination inspire him to be a better man, to try harder to succeed no matter what the cost. She completes him and at times, when she puts herself in harm's way, it drives him crazy, worrying he won't be able to protect her. This time both their lives are in danger as a dangerous psychopath has them in his sights.
The plots in this series are always good and as you can tell from the above, the characters are a big draw. I am really enjoying the author's work. Can't wait to delve into the next one.
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