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A Riveting Kidnapping Mystery Series #34
The Frozen Child: A Riveting Kidnapping Mystery
When the abduction of a nine-year-old child sends a small town into a frenzy, Detective Sally Lawson is tasked with finding the person responsible. But when evidence points to a janitor employed at the museum where the child was the last seen, Lawson isn’t sure they’ve caught the right man. Desperate to solve the case before another child disappears, Detective Lawson must uncover the truth before worried parents bring the town to the brink of chaos.
300 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 1, 2022
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December 29, 2023
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A lot of mistakes, words missing throws you out of wack reading. Story movies along an keeps you guessing. The story is ok but the characters don't stack up.
A lot of mistakes, words missing throws you out of wack reading. Story movies along an keeps you guessing. The story is ok but the characters don't stack up.
April 7, 2022
In Need of Revision
I nearly have up in this book more than once because of all the gaffes and gaps in the story. Part of me was frustrated at the poor quality of the writing, and part of me admired the author for making the attempt.
Mr Walker needs to do some research into police procedures as a start. I'm A "civilian", so I don't claim to know all the ins and outs of police work. However, I can tell that Sally's relationship with her boss is not standard. One has to wonder how Haxton ever made it to his position as clueless as he seems.
Secondly, is the lack of background. I don't know if this story takes place in a small town or some more highly populated city. There is a dearth of information to give the reader context.
Next, Sally relies too much in her " gut instinct" and is not willing to do the investigating that is required for good police work; not is she willing to listen to other opinions. Given Haxton's evident lack of experience, not listening go others might be a benefit for Sally.
Lastly (for the purpose of this review), are all the places where Mr Walker has failed in logic, chronology, typography, and depth. The characters are superficial, there is little to nothing go make them into characters where the readers can make a connection. The background characters, such as Simon and Aling, are nothing more than cardboard cutouts. Sally is driving after the assault that totalled her car without is ever knowing (until much later) how she ever bit another vehicle.
I wish Mr Walker all the best in his writing career and hope that his writing gets better. I can't envision reading another of his books.
I nearly have up in this book more than once because of all the gaffes and gaps in the story. Part of me was frustrated at the poor quality of the writing, and part of me admired the author for making the attempt.
Mr Walker needs to do some research into police procedures as a start. I'm A "civilian", so I don't claim to know all the ins and outs of police work. However, I can tell that Sally's relationship with her boss is not standard. One has to wonder how Haxton ever made it to his position as clueless as he seems.
Secondly, is the lack of background. I don't know if this story takes place in a small town or some more highly populated city. There is a dearth of information to give the reader context.
Next, Sally relies too much in her " gut instinct" and is not willing to do the investigating that is required for good police work; not is she willing to listen to other opinions. Given Haxton's evident lack of experience, not listening go others might be a benefit for Sally.
Lastly (for the purpose of this review), are all the places where Mr Walker has failed in logic, chronology, typography, and depth. The characters are superficial, there is little to nothing go make them into characters where the readers can make a connection. The background characters, such as Simon and Aling, are nothing more than cardboard cutouts. Sally is driving after the assault that totalled her car without is ever knowing (until much later) how she ever bit another vehicle.
I wish Mr Walker all the best in his writing career and hope that his writing gets better. I can't envision reading another of his books.
May 17, 2022
Decent book
I liked the book okay but the main character was just too perfect. Also, I got a little tired of her conclusions being based solely on her "gut instinct" . I mean it was repeated over and over that she knew something for a fact and she was ALWAYS right because her gut instinct told her so, even when there was no evidence. She also committed several felonies to catch the bad guys. I will, probably not read any more books in this series.
I liked the book okay but the main character was just too perfect. Also, I got a little tired of her conclusions being based solely on her "gut instinct" . I mean it was repeated over and over that she knew something for a fact and she was ALWAYS right because her gut instinct told her so, even when there was no evidence. She also committed several felonies to catch the bad guys. I will, probably not read any more books in this series.
March 19, 2022
I give this book three stars
Star #1 because the author is excited about his writing, enjoys what he is doing and can improve. Star #2 He has avoided the proofing errors that are so common in self published books.
Star #3 The book is an easy read because there are only a few main charaters and, for a mystery, a rather uncomplicated plot Typically I read a mystery twice to see where the plot elements are introduced. I won't be doing it with this one.c
I have no more stars to give because:
The characters are underdeveloped and steotypical.
Sally, the heronine detective who is full of daring, is controlled by that womanly trait of female intuition. She then becomes seen as hysterical and crazy.
Garreth Haxton, fellow detective, is the typical gruff man with a heart of gold.
The ending, while not used often enough to be trite, is not original. I won't give it away, but you will know what I mean if you get that far.
When the welded up truck, or whatever it was, shows up, you know it will be critical to the plot. It's appearance in the plot is far from subtle.
Besides that, Sally's child becomes invisible and leaves the plot. During his absense he is passed from one relative to the next.
Her ex-husband is way too nice.
And there is no frozen child or I missed the meaning. Looking for it was the only thing that kept me reading until the end.
Aside from all that, I might give the author one more chance.
Star #1 because the author is excited about his writing, enjoys what he is doing and can improve. Star #2 He has avoided the proofing errors that are so common in self published books.
Star #3 The book is an easy read because there are only a few main charaters and, for a mystery, a rather uncomplicated plot Typically I read a mystery twice to see where the plot elements are introduced. I won't be doing it with this one.c
I have no more stars to give because:
The characters are underdeveloped and steotypical.
Sally, the heronine detective who is full of daring, is controlled by that womanly trait of female intuition. She then becomes seen as hysterical and crazy.
Garreth Haxton, fellow detective, is the typical gruff man with a heart of gold.
The ending, while not used often enough to be trite, is not original. I won't give it away, but you will know what I mean if you get that far.
When the welded up truck, or whatever it was, shows up, you know it will be critical to the plot. It's appearance in the plot is far from subtle.
Besides that, Sally's child becomes invisible and leaves the plot. During his absense he is passed from one relative to the next.
Her ex-husband is way too nice.
And there is no frozen child or I missed the meaning. Looking for it was the only thing that kept me reading until the end.
Aside from all that, I might give the author one more chance.
February 6, 2022
A child went missing at a museum when the lights went out on a trip with the class. Sally a cop with one young son but divorced got on the case. She was a smart lady. They searched the video tapes but found nothing. Later than another child just disappears. No one saw anything either. Total of 3 shorty there after were missing with not may leads. They followed ever leads but got no where. Nothing much was mentioned about the children thru out the book till towards the ending of the book.. Story follows who all and what all they did to find the children. Someone crashed into Sallys car one night. Where they trying to kill her? So many leads but not enough to arrest anyone. Sally figured out who was involved in it all and decided to do her searching now under the wire so to speak. She may lose her job or was she just crazy from the accident injuries. Didnt matter to her she was sure she had to save these boys if they were still alive even if that meant losing her beloved job.
May 9, 2026
Suspend Disbelief
This is a police procedural that does not really follow police procedures, kind of like the old televidion cop shows. This is a mystery, but the solution at the end is barely foreshadowed and the overall mystery plot is not at all plausible. The title drew me in, but except for children being missing, nothing connects the title and the book.
Most disappointing: how the police detectives are depicted; how only the lady cop has instincts she listens to; and how the reason for the kidnappings is glossed over at the end.
It's still entertaining and a clean read, so three stars, just don't expect much. And that's okay, if an easy not-very-realistic read is what you want.
Have a Good Read!
This is a police procedural that does not really follow police procedures, kind of like the old televidion cop shows. This is a mystery, but the solution at the end is barely foreshadowed and the overall mystery plot is not at all plausible. The title drew me in, but except for children being missing, nothing connects the title and the book.
Most disappointing: how the police detectives are depicted; how only the lady cop has instincts she listens to; and how the reason for the kidnappings is glossed over at the end.
It's still entertaining and a clean read, so three stars, just don't expect much. And that's okay, if an easy not-very-realistic read is what you want.
Have a Good Read!
March 18, 2024
It all started with the abduction of a nine year old boy at a local museum while on a school field trip. From there the plot develops into much more; more kidnappings, attempted murder, and murders. Overall the story was interesting. Though it did have lots of mistakes or missing words which made one re-read the sentence to understand what was actually said or meant.
I was a bit surprised that the author didn't include much about the parents of the missing children. Surely, they would have been going out of their mind with worry. I mean, days passed without any knowledge to their where abouts. There just didn't seem to be much urgency in finding the boys. I give this one 3.5 Stars.
I was a bit surprised that the author didn't include much about the parents of the missing children. Surely, they would have been going out of their mind with worry. I mean, days passed without any knowledge to their where abouts. There just didn't seem to be much urgency in finding the boys. I give this one 3.5 Stars.
January 6, 2023
A very exciting & memorizing story about young boys being kidnapped by two identical twin brothers, who are technically genius,, but on the crazy side as well.
A very good woman detective figures out the who done it's of the case,but fellow detectives, think she's crazy.
She goes along,but all along,she follows her hunches to the bitter end,catching the two brothers in their final act and saving the young boys,so they are able to unite with their families.
If you like a real good thriller,you will truly enjoy this one !
A very good woman detective figures out the who done it's of the case,but fellow detectives, think she's crazy.
She goes along,but all along,she follows her hunches to the bitter end,catching the two brothers in their final act and saving the young boys,so they are able to unite with their families.
If you like a real good thriller,you will truly enjoy this one !
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February 11, 2022
Could have been a 5 or maybe 3.5
I will be reading this author again. This story had an excellent story concept and I followed to the end. I couldn't get passed a hero named Sally and some of the dialogue could be simplified. Odd words like a computer "rig". But was this a suspenseful, intriguing story? Yes. Worth the read!
I will be reading this author again. This story had an excellent story concept and I followed to the end. I couldn't get passed a hero named Sally and some of the dialogue could be simplified. Odd words like a computer "rig". But was this a suspenseful, intriguing story? Yes. Worth the read!
February 13, 2022
This book held my interest from page one until The End.
I am always thrilled to find a new author. Thank you Mr. Walker. Now let's find another book to further my journey of your work. THANK YOU. Happy Super Bowl Day!!
I am always thrilled to find a new author. Thank you Mr. Walker. Now let's find another book to further my journey of your work. THANK YOU. Happy Super Bowl Day!!
March 18, 2022
Kept me on the edge of chair!
This book was very good. I kept trying to figure out where those kids were. My mind was asking slot of questions. Little did I know that this is how it ended!! Great book!
This book was very good. I kept trying to figure out where those kids were. My mind was asking slot of questions. Little did I know that this is how it ended!! Great book!
May 19, 2022
Kidnapping
I should have been in s hurry yo turn the pages, nut I never was able to get involved with the character s.it just was not that good. St the end it was really over the top. Unreal.
I should have been in s hurry yo turn the pages, nut I never was able to get involved with the character s.it just was not that good. St the end it was really over the top. Unreal.
May 19, 2022
Great kidnapping series
This is a great kidnapping series and all of the books in this series were a great reading. I would highly suggest that you read all of the books in this series as they are all great books with a a lot of suspense and mystery!
This is a great kidnapping series and all of the books in this series were a great reading. I would highly suggest that you read all of the books in this series as they are all great books with a a lot of suspense and mystery!
March 29, 2024
Great police thriller
This story had more twist and turns than a roller coaster. Loved that the main character was led by her intuition or gut. She was like a dog with a bone. Great read!
This story had more twist and turns than a roller coaster. Loved that the main character was led by her intuition or gut. She was like a dog with a bone. Great read!
September 14, 2026
Why was it called The Frozen Child? Nothing to do with the story. Okay plot, but characters not believable. There seemed to be no supervision of these police and how does one detective sack another? Lots of typos too.
February 7, 2022
Quick fun read
I enjoyed the story. Thought. Had it figured out but missed some of it.
Nice change of pace, no blood and guts but a good mystery.
I enjoyed the story. Thought. Had it figured out but missed some of it.
Nice change of pace, no blood and guts but a good mystery.
February 12, 2022
A chilling read, very interesting
February 12, 2022
Gripping! Exciting! Excellent!
A crazy Thrill Ride! A must read. Robert, is a good author! You won't see the ending coming! Emotional, roller coaster, crazy ride!
A crazy Thrill Ride! A must read. Robert, is a good author! You won't see the ending coming! Emotional, roller coaster, crazy ride!
February 18, 2022
I couldn't have enjoyed a book more !!
I loved this story. I could barely put the book down till I finished it. Great job to the writer.
I loved this story. I could barely put the book down till I finished it. Great job to the writer.
February 28, 2022
F?rozen
This was an ok good book. I liked the lady cop and her gruff supervisor. I could see where more from this author would be a good thing.
This was an ok good book. I liked the lady cop and her gruff supervisor. I could see where more from this author would be a good thing.
March 15, 2022
Good story but would have liked to know more about the children and where exactly they were going.
March 25, 2022
Loved the book. Surprise ending and lots of suspense.
April 17, 2022
Wonderful
This is a riveting story. Very well written and believable. Makes me wonder where the author gets the ideas for his books.
This is a riveting story. Very well written and believable. Makes me wonder where the author gets the ideas for his books.
May 27, 2022
worth the read
Just enough to keep you guessing on what will happen next.
Good mystery read and will keep you on edge.
Just enough to keep you guessing on what will happen next.
Good mystery read and will keep you on edge.
May 19, 2026
Story on a Loop
The story seemed to go on forever. But the ending was just a few pages. Although the plot was unique, the story lacked entertainment value.
The story seemed to go on forever. But the ending was just a few pages. Although the plot was unique, the story lacked entertainment value.
May 20, 2026
Frozen Child
This was another of those books that I didn’t want to put down until I reached the end. Great story.
This was another of those books that I didn’t want to put down until I reached the end. Great story.
May 26, 2026
Pretty good
this book is a fast read. This is a true murder/mystery…it has no blood and guts just keeps you on your toes with wanting to get to the end.
this book is a fast read. This is a true murder/mystery…it has no blood and guts just keeps you on your toes with wanting to get to the end.
August 9, 2026
Brilliant
Read in one day, couldn't put it down! The end result was unexpected. A very good read, suspense and edge of the seat.
Read in one day, couldn't put it down! The end result was unexpected. A very good read, suspense and edge of the seat.
May 29, 2026
A question
Where does the title A Frozen Child fit into the story? Who was buying the children and for what purpose?
Where does the title A Frozen Child fit into the story? Who was buying the children and for what purpose?
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