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Will Finch Mystery #5
Open Chains
Fifteen murdered.
Seven witnesses.
One by one they fall.
As Will Finch polishes the final chapter in his new book, Eve Noon drives from San Francisco to join him in a remote island hideaway. Little does she know of the menace that is tracking every step of her journey.
The night Eve arrives at Finch’s seaside cottage the trauma begins. An Iraq war vet appears at the door. He pleads with Finch to heed a warning: “There's trouble coming at us. All of us.” Finch dismisses the visitor but he soon realizes that he and Eve must confront a desperate stranger. A man they call Nine.
OPEN CHAINS races from the battlefields of Iraq to the dive bars of San Francisco to the headquarters of a tech genius in Seattle — and onwards to the cabinet of the president of the United States. When this marathon has run its course you will be slumped over in a cold sweat, wondering how you managed to survive the unrelenting tension and suspense.
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Seven witnesses.
One by one they fall.
As Will Finch polishes the final chapter in his new book, Eve Noon drives from San Francisco to join him in a remote island hideaway. Little does she know of the menace that is tracking every step of her journey.
The night Eve arrives at Finch’s seaside cottage the trauma begins. An Iraq war vet appears at the door. He pleads with Finch to heed a warning: “There's trouble coming at us. All of us.” Finch dismisses the visitor but he soon realizes that he and Eve must confront a desperate stranger. A man they call Nine.
OPEN CHAINS races from the battlefields of Iraq to the dive bars of San Francisco to the headquarters of a tech genius in Seattle — and onwards to the cabinet of the president of the United States. When this marathon has run its course you will be slumped over in a cold sweat, wondering how you managed to survive the unrelenting tension and suspense.
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- GenresMystery
292 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 1, 2022
251 people are currently reading
53 people want to read
About the author
D.F. Bailey
23 books117 followersD.F. Bailey is a W.H. Smith First Novel Award and a Whistler Independent Book Award finalist.
His first novel, Fire Eyes was optioned for film. His second novel, Healing the Dead, was translated into German as Todliche Ahnungen. The Good Lie, another psychological thriller, was recorded as a talking book. A fourth novel, Exit from America, made its debut as an e-book in 2013.
In 2015 D.F. Bailey published The Finch Trilogy — Bone Maker, Stone Eater, and Lone Hunter — novels narrated from the point-of-view of a crime reporter in San Francisco. He is now extending the trilogy in a series of stand-alone novels.
Following his birth in Montreal, D.F. Bailey's family moved around North America from rural Ontario to New York City to McComb, Mississippi to Cape May, New Jersey. He finally "landed on his feet" on Vancouver Island — where he lives next to the Salish Sea in the city of Victoria.
For twenty-two years D.F. Bailey worked at the University of Victoria where he taught creative writing and journalism and coordinated the Professional Writing Cooperative Education Program — which he co-founded. From time to time he also freelanced as a business writer and journalist. In the fall of 2010 he left the university so that he could turn "his pre-occupation with writing into a full-blown obsession."
For more information about D.F. Bailey's books and his free newsletter visit: www.dfbailey.com
His first novel, Fire Eyes was optioned for film. His second novel, Healing the Dead, was translated into German as Todliche Ahnungen. The Good Lie, another psychological thriller, was recorded as a talking book. A fourth novel, Exit from America, made its debut as an e-book in 2013.
In 2015 D.F. Bailey published The Finch Trilogy — Bone Maker, Stone Eater, and Lone Hunter — novels narrated from the point-of-view of a crime reporter in San Francisco. He is now extending the trilogy in a series of stand-alone novels.
Following his birth in Montreal, D.F. Bailey's family moved around North America from rural Ontario to New York City to McComb, Mississippi to Cape May, New Jersey. He finally "landed on his feet" on Vancouver Island — where he lives next to the Salish Sea in the city of Victoria.
For twenty-two years D.F. Bailey worked at the University of Victoria where he taught creative writing and journalism and coordinated the Professional Writing Cooperative Education Program — which he co-founded. From time to time he also freelanced as a business writer and journalist. In the fall of 2010 he left the university so that he could turn "his pre-occupation with writing into a full-blown obsession."
For more information about D.F. Bailey's books and his free newsletter visit: www.dfbailey.com
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December 4, 2019
I received an ARC from the author and this is my honest opinion. (Yes, I realize I'm a little late posting, but better late than never.) Having read all of the previous Will Finch novels, reading Open Chains was like visiting old friends that I hadn't seen in a while. Unfortunately, Mr. Bailey doesn't allow one to sit back and catch up on all that has happened since you last saw your friends; he throws you right in the middle of the action before you have a chance to catch a breath. And once the action starts, there's no slowing down and killing time. It is an all-out fight to catch the bad guy before he has a chance to wipe out everybody.
I enjoyed the growth that is apparent in the characters since I read the last book. Will has come to terms with his past to a certain extent and seems to be more comfortable with who he is. Eve has found her place as the owner of The San Fransico Post and as a couple, they seem to have matured a great deal.
Mr. Bailey is known for natural, easy dialogue, action in spades, and great characters that you will quickly bond to. This is one of those books that you find yourself reading until the wee hours of the morning because you just have to find out what is coming around the next corner. So if you drag yourself into work the next day feeling like you've been hit by a Mack truck, don't say I didn't warn you. The good thing is, you will feel it was well worth it. Make sure you check out all of the Finch novels; they are really terrific.
I enjoyed the growth that is apparent in the characters since I read the last book. Will has come to terms with his past to a certain extent and seems to be more comfortable with who he is. Eve has found her place as the owner of The San Fransico Post and as a couple, they seem to have matured a great deal.
Mr. Bailey is known for natural, easy dialogue, action in spades, and great characters that you will quickly bond to. This is one of those books that you find yourself reading until the wee hours of the morning because you just have to find out what is coming around the next corner. So if you drag yourself into work the next day feeling like you've been hit by a Mack truck, don't say I didn't warn you. The good thing is, you will feel it was well worth it. Make sure you check out all of the Finch novels; they are really terrific.
December 13, 2019
Journalism, Mystery, and Mayhem
Number five in the Will Finch series, and a worthy addition to the other superbly plotted stories, with their well-developed and fascinating characters.
This one has no over-the-top action, but is loaded with suspense, and is a legitimate member of the “couldn’t put it down” category of books (which trumps the overused “Best Selling author” category; claims that so often appear on books that are easily read and then forgotten.
I have read all of Don F. Bailey’s novels and short stories, and have yet to be disappointed.
If you finish this one and find yourself hungry for the next Will Finch story, you will have to wait a while. Don Bailey does not write fluff. His books deserve a publisher with the wisdom to issue his work in hardcover, (and only then bring it out in paperback) with a full-bore promotion, that would quickly gain him hundreds of thousands of fans.
In the meantime, the Alex Vane journalism series by A. C. Fuller qualifies to fill this void, so check him out in interim.
Number five in the Will Finch series, and a worthy addition to the other superbly plotted stories, with their well-developed and fascinating characters.
This one has no over-the-top action, but is loaded with suspense, and is a legitimate member of the “couldn’t put it down” category of books (which trumps the overused “Best Selling author” category; claims that so often appear on books that are easily read and then forgotten.
I have read all of Don F. Bailey’s novels and short stories, and have yet to be disappointed.
If you finish this one and find yourself hungry for the next Will Finch story, you will have to wait a while. Don Bailey does not write fluff. His books deserve a publisher with the wisdom to issue his work in hardcover, (and only then bring it out in paperback) with a full-bore promotion, that would quickly gain him hundreds of thousands of fans.
In the meantime, the Alex Vane journalism series by A. C. Fuller qualifies to fill this void, so check him out in interim.
April 4, 2020
Bailey at his best, don’t miss it!
To start, reading Nine, completely in escape mode with Will and Eve setting traps for trouble that found them.
Left hanging, Open Chains has the rest of the book.
I’m in this, it’s too good to let go, got Open Chains and it was so worth it. The trouble, a mystery even to Will, unfolded to reveal a serial killer with Will on his list.
Why became D. F. Bailey’s best Will Finch. Will’s past in Iraq barreled into his present with dead soldiers then and still dying. Who? Why? How? Questions Will and Eve needed answered. Must read how they chase down answers and fight for their lives.
Imaginative plot, characters you’re drawn to, writing so vividly descriptive, you are there. That is Mr. Bailey’s
Open Chains and why he and Will Finch made my fav list.
Don’t miss this excellent goodread.
To start, reading Nine, completely in escape mode with Will and Eve setting traps for trouble that found them.
Left hanging, Open Chains has the rest of the book.
I’m in this, it’s too good to let go, got Open Chains and it was so worth it. The trouble, a mystery even to Will, unfolded to reveal a serial killer with Will on his list.
Why became D. F. Bailey’s best Will Finch. Will’s past in Iraq barreled into his present with dead soldiers then and still dying. Who? Why? How? Questions Will and Eve needed answered. Must read how they chase down answers and fight for their lives.
Imaginative plot, characters you’re drawn to, writing so vividly descriptive, you are there. That is Mr. Bailey’s
Open Chains and why he and Will Finch made my fav list.
Don’t miss this excellent goodread.
November 22, 2019
This is the 5th story in this series. The story begins with Eve Noone traveling to Canada to visit Will. Unbeknownst to Eve she is followed. The night when she arrived, they are visitied by a friend of J.R., a name from Will's past.
This is individual is killed later and Eve and Will have a visitor who also tried to kill them as well. Eve and Will go back to San Francisco and look into why Will has become a target.
The action keeps your interest right through the ending and all of the characters are well written.
I highly recommend that you read this book in order to find out all of the details which lead to the exciting conclusion and explain what they all had in common. You won't be disappointed.
This is individual is killed later and Eve and Will have a visitor who also tried to kill them as well. Eve and Will go back to San Francisco and look into why Will has become a target.
The action keeps your interest right through the ending and all of the characters are well written.
I highly recommend that you read this book in order to find out all of the details which lead to the exciting conclusion and explain what they all had in common. You won't be disappointed.
November 21, 2019
Will Finch and Eve are in a cabin in Canada when Turino came to the door. He wanted to talk to Will, but Will said he had company and would be glad to meet him the following day. Turino agreed and told Will "Trouble is coming for all of us".
Turino is found dead and the mounted police called it a suicide. All of the people in Iraq that witnessed a mass murder are coming up dead. This is a page turning thriller with an exciting conclusion.
Turino is found dead and the mounted police called it a suicide. All of the people in Iraq that witnessed a mass murder are coming up dead. This is a page turning thriller with an exciting conclusion.
November 21, 2019
When an assassin tries to kill writer Will Finch it opens an inquiry into the the multiple murder of 15 prisoners years before. Everyone present at that time are being killed one by one, and Finch is forced to solve the mystery before he is the final one laid to rest. Is the man close to the nation's white house the real killer? You'll turn pages as fast as you can to find the answer. I was gifted this from the author.
November 30, 2019
While I myself don't care for political type stories, this one held my interest. I like how the characters are developing and learning to trust one another. There is plenty of action and thrills in this book. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. I have enjoyed every one of D.F. Bailey's books that I have read. If you have not read one...what's stopping you? I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
August 13, 2022
Great author telling a great story
Will Finch: veteran and newsman, out for the Headline. Any given day a situation will insinuate itself into his senses, that he can’t shake loose. He and girlfriend, ex SFPD, turned PI, become super sleuths. Often wearing targets themselves in the hunt for Justice with a compelling Just Breaking news story attached.
Will Finch: veteran and newsman, out for the Headline. Any given day a situation will insinuate itself into his senses, that he can’t shake loose. He and girlfriend, ex SFPD, turned PI, become super sleuths. Often wearing targets themselves in the hunt for Justice with a compelling Just Breaking news story attached.
June 12, 2020
Will Finch books
The books contained an overload of mystery, intrigue, suspense, and romance. I thoroughly enjoyed them I'd stayed up half the night several days to read the series of books. I'd recommend them to anyone who likes this genre.
The books contained an overload of mystery, intrigue, suspense, and romance. I thoroughly enjoyed them I'd stayed up half the night several days to read the series of books. I'd recommend them to anyone who likes this genre.
May 9, 2021
Will Finch is an amazing character. I love how he digs down to get to the truth. D. F. Bailey has written a very good series with Will Finch as the leading character. I will continue to read these books.
September 25, 2021
Box it
A good read for readers of D.F. Bailey's Will Finch series. True to form, it contains good character development with locale descriptions you can vividly see in your mind. I recommend.
A good read for readers of D.F. Bailey's Will Finch series. True to form, it contains good character development with locale descriptions you can vividly see in your mind. I recommend.
May 24, 2024
Will is complicated but interesting
Will and Eve fight some ghost from Wills past. The guys a friend of the new president and a murderer. Can Will and Eve survive, there are plenty of twists and turns to keep you guessing
Will and Eve fight some ghost from Wills past. The guys a friend of the new president and a murderer. Can Will and Eve survive, there are plenty of twists and turns to keep you guessing
May 1, 2020
Awesome book
I liked the first book in this series, but started loving this series by the third book. The thrill and mystery has gotten better with each book.
I liked the first book in this series, but started loving this series by the third book. The thrill and mystery has gotten better with each book.
June 8, 2020
More of a GOOD thing....
I'm hooked for everything Baily has written. This was my 4th read and it was as good if not better than the first 3. DON'T MISS!
I'm hooked for everything Baily has written. This was my 4th read and it was as good if not better than the first 3. DON'T MISS!
October 18, 2020
Killing Witnesses
Will and Eve get pulled into a story of a sadistic killer being considered for a high ranking political appointment.
Will and Eve get pulled into a story of a sadistic killer being considered for a high ranking political appointment.
January 28, 2021
Fast paced well written everything you expect from this author
January 1, 2025
I'm loving these Will Finch books!
August 2, 2022
A good series. Easy 4 1/2 stars, if goodreads had halves.
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