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Rockfish Island Mystery #3
False Findings
Dark deeds, intended to remain hidden beneath the cold waters bordering the island, have surfaced, shocking the small community and casting a dark shadow over its residents.
Confronted with a blood-speckled rowboat and a waterlogged corpse, Sheriff Lane is desperate for answers, some of which can only be found on the mainland.
Faced with limited resources and her lone deputy following another lead, Lane turns to Park Ranger, Philp Russell, who is more than eager to help investigate the mysterious homicide.
The pair piece their findings together while trying to separate gossip from the truth and answer the most pressing of questions: Whose body was pulled from the icy waters, and who, in their tight-knit community, put it there?
Confronted with a blood-speckled rowboat and a waterlogged corpse, Sheriff Lane is desperate for answers, some of which can only be found on the mainland.
Faced with limited resources and her lone deputy following another lead, Lane turns to Park Ranger, Philp Russell, who is more than eager to help investigate the mysterious homicide.
The pair piece their findings together while trying to separate gossip from the truth and answer the most pressing of questions: Whose body was pulled from the icy waters, and who, in their tight-knit community, put it there?
- GenresMysteryMystery Thriller
316 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 28, 2022
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J.C. Fuller
5 books205 followersJ.C. Fuller is a PNW author living in Washington state who loves all things mystery, especially thrillers and whodunits. She loves sharing her imagination with readers and has written her first psychological thriller, Safe to Assume. She also has a cozy thriller whodunit series known as The Rockfish Island Mysteries, the first of which is Black Bear Alibi. She is looking forward to continuing this series while working on additional standalone thrillers.
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July 4, 2023
Once again, J.C. Fuller wrote a book that I couldn’t put down! False Findings had me reading until the very end to find out who the murderer was. I’m so glad that I met Fuller on TikTok because her books are amazing. I’ve been captivated by all three books in her Rockfish Island Mysteries series, and I can’t wait until she releases her 4th. Since all the books are set on the same small island, Fuller brings back the same wonderful characters for each book. Sheriff Lane, the new sheriff from the first book, Black Bear Alibi, is finding her niche in the community. Lane and Ranger Philip Russell are at it again when it comes to book three’s murder. I really enjoy this couple’s dynamic, and I like how they’ve grown closer over the course of the books.
False Findings really kept me guessing since there was an array of suspects. It seemed like everyone had a reason for wanting the victim gone. I loved messaging J.C. while I was reading with my guesses and observations, which is another reason why I love reading her books! The plot was so compelling, and with each new clue, the pool of suspects became larger, and everyone seemed suspicious. I just had to keep reading to figure everything out. There were so many layers to this case!
So, if you enjoy mystery and an author that will keep you guessing, add Fuller’s books to your TBR/ Shopping Cart because you won’t regret reading these stories.
False Findings really kept me guessing since there was an array of suspects. It seemed like everyone had a reason for wanting the victim gone. I loved messaging J.C. while I was reading with my guesses and observations, which is another reason why I love reading her books! The plot was so compelling, and with each new clue, the pool of suspects became larger, and everyone seemed suspicious. I just had to keep reading to figure everything out. There were so many layers to this case!
So, if you enjoy mystery and an author that will keep you guessing, add Fuller’s books to your TBR/ Shopping Cart because you won’t regret reading these stories.
November 7, 2023
Phil & Lane are back again with more mysteries to solve on Rockfish Island. In this third book of the series, JC Fuller takes a little bit of a darker turn into the messiness of life and relationships. With a well established cast of supporting characters, JC’s fans are able to dig deeper into the island drama and enjoy this wild murder mystery ride.
Per the usual, I wasn’t sure who the guilty party(s) were until the very end. I love that about her books! She keeps me on the edge of my seat with a beautiful Pacific Northwest scene surrounding me.
Now it’s on to book 4- Within the Pines!
PS for the Fuller fans, I loved that Caleb had such a big role in this book!
Per the usual, I wasn’t sure who the guilty party(s) were until the very end. I love that about her books! She keeps me on the edge of my seat with a beautiful Pacific Northwest scene surrounding me.
Now it’s on to book 4- Within the Pines!
PS for the Fuller fans, I loved that Caleb had such a big role in this book!
February 28, 2025
The mystery that JC Fuller writes is fun and enticing the entire time. And also there are nods to prior events in the earlier books, yet nothing that would give away the events of those books. It makes for such a fun experience. The characters are dynamic and I find myself cheering on all the relationships and feeling so invested in the investigations myself!!
January 31, 2023
Yes YES and YES!!! I can't say enough how much I love this series. J.C. has such a way of keeping you in complete suspense until the very end. I absolutely enjoyed this book, read it within 7 hrs. Highly recommend. Excellent mystery and whodunit.
May 12, 2024
Love this series!
May 15, 2025
False Findings is thoughtful, atmospheric, and engaging.
It pulls you right back into the heart of Rockfish Island, with just the right mix of small-town drama and intensity.
Sheriff Lane is officially my favorite book sheriff. Time to dive into book 4! 📚🕵️♀️🌲 Thank you J.C. Fuller!!
It pulls you right back into the heart of Rockfish Island, with just the right mix of small-town drama and intensity.
Sheriff Lane is officially my favorite book sheriff. Time to dive into book 4! 📚🕵️♀️🌲 Thank you J.C. Fuller!!
October 4, 2024
JC Fuller has done it again. These beautifully drawn characters propel the story that’s filled with little twists and turns that keep you guessing. I won’t summarize the story because I always inadvertently drop spoilers but this third installment in the Rockfish Island Mystery series is perfect. Looking forward to book four!
June 12, 2023
This is my favorite book of the series! First off I was like ok JC Fuller getting extra gory with this murder scene, I like it Picasso. IYKYK. This entire series hooks you from the start and it so hard to put down. I finished this book within hours and I was taken on a whodunnit rollercoaster because just when I though I for sure knew what happened I went plunging down and hit a sharp right turn where in the end I came to a jaw dropping stop and didn’t see that coming.
I have to wonder if Sheriff Lane had any clue that coming to this small island she would see this much murder action in such a short time! I do love how her deputy has really come into his position in this book. Also can I saw how adorable it is that the coroner names each case and that is the book title, that little bit has made me smile each time, I know probably morbid to smile at a coroner giving names to his cases but I can’t help it. Plus his love for cookies adorable.
I was sad to see how I was finishing this series but was surprised at the end that another one was coming this summer and now I can’t wait as it’s summer and that means hopefully soon! I can’t wait to see what case J.C. Fuller comes up with next.
This series is highly recommended for any reader who loves a good murder mystery!
I have to wonder if Sheriff Lane had any clue that coming to this small island she would see this much murder action in such a short time! I do love how her deputy has really come into his position in this book. Also can I saw how adorable it is that the coroner names each case and that is the book title, that little bit has made me smile each time, I know probably morbid to smile at a coroner giving names to his cases but I can’t help it. Plus his love for cookies adorable.
I was sad to see how I was finishing this series but was surprised at the end that another one was coming this summer and now I can’t wait as it’s summer and that means hopefully soon! I can’t wait to see what case J.C. Fuller comes up with next.
This series is highly recommended for any reader who loves a good murder mystery!
September 4, 2022
I’ve been loving this Rockfish Island series. This book is actually better that’s the first two… I believe because the author has really submerged herself into this island and it’s residents.
After another murder on the island…. I think I’d be watching my neighbors carefully LOL.
She has a way of writing that makes you feel like you are right there next to the Sheriff, Ranger, and the rest.
One scene pops out at me that seems mundane but it made me realize how great J.C. Fuller is. This couple has sat down to dinner. They discuss the case and go about their lives. Right up to even doing the dishes together.
She writes this scene so beautifully put together that I can hear the chatter, water running, the chink of dishes.
These books are full of everyday lives that I feel Rockfish Island is a living breathing place. I could read about this place for years. Also wish I could visit it!
After another murder on the island…. I think I’d be watching my neighbors carefully LOL.
She has a way of writing that makes you feel like you are right there next to the Sheriff, Ranger, and the rest.
One scene pops out at me that seems mundane but it made me realize how great J.C. Fuller is. This couple has sat down to dinner. They discuss the case and go about their lives. Right up to even doing the dishes together.
She writes this scene so beautifully put together that I can hear the chatter, water running, the chink of dishes.
These books are full of everyday lives that I feel Rockfish Island is a living breathing place. I could read about this place for years. Also wish I could visit it!
April 8, 2023
Entering back into the world of Rockfish Island, we are immediately pulled into another crime. This one takes some of our favorite characters to the mainland to question hotel staff. Giving us different perspectives on the victims and our main characters. The bodies start piling up as Lane and Phillip rush to find the perp or perps. This book kept me second guessing everyone but the Local Queen herself. Hattie. (She's my favorite) I recommend this book series to anyone wanting a suspenseful mystery that will keep you engrossed in the story.
April 12, 2024
I adore Philip and Lane. They are the dynamic duo. Lane is no nonsense, by the book. She doesn't let emotions get on the way. Philip has lived on Rockfish Island his whole life. He only sees the good in all the people that reside there. The small town charm in False Findings will keep you guessing until the very end. Just when I thought injad everything figured out, a twist would shock me. All the loose ends are tied off with a nice bow. I love the authors writing style. I can't wait to read book 4.
March 19, 2024
This third story in the Rockfish Island series is even more amazing than the first two. And those were both fantastic stories. Without a doubt, as much as I loved books one and two, this one is my favorite. JF Fuller keeps getting better and better. I can’t wait for book four. I couldn’t find an audiobook, but perhaps she has a fourth book in Kindle format. 🤔 I’ll have to look. If you love a good, clean mystery, this series is a must-read!! Enjoy. 🤗🤗
October 31, 2025
Sheriff Lane and Ranger Russell team up on a new case when a body is found floating in the lake. It is found to be Bob the local boat repairman. When they start investigating they realize he had a lot of enemies but who hated him enough to kill him?
This is the third book in the series and I listened to this one on audio. I am really enjoying this whole series so far. This one really kept me guessing the entire way through and I was shocked by the ending! I cannot wait to read the last one to see how everything is tied together!
This is the third book in the series and I listened to this one on audio. I am really enjoying this whole series so far. This one really kept me guessing the entire way through and I was shocked by the ending! I cannot wait to read the last one to see how everything is tied together!
June 21, 2022
Love returning to RockFish island and its small-town shenanigans. This is the third book in the series and it kept me guessing to the very end. Ms. Fuller's wonderful characters quickly become friends, who you can't help wanting to catch up with time and time again- and of course, the whodunit is excellent. Do yourself a favor and dip your toe into the pages of Rockfish Island Mysteries.
August 3, 2023
Highly recommend this book!
The writing itself is gorgeous, if you don't get sucked into the prose, you have no soul. But don't let that fool you! False findings is a perfect example of things not being what they seem. You have to look deeper and yet still be left speechless at the end. Keeps you on the edge of your seat until it's finished. Can't wait for the next book!!
The writing itself is gorgeous, if you don't get sucked into the prose, you have no soul. But don't let that fool you! False findings is a perfect example of things not being what they seem. You have to look deeper and yet still be left speechless at the end. Keeps you on the edge of your seat until it's finished. Can't wait for the next book!!
February 4, 2024
Keeps you Guessing!
Another great whodunnit by JC Fuller. Sheriff Lane and Ranger Russell have a murder to solve when a badly beaten body is pulled from the ocean. Of course there are lots of suspects on Rockfish Island. This is a page turner. Yet again I suspected everyone and was surprised in the end.
Another great whodunnit by JC Fuller. Sheriff Lane and Ranger Russell have a murder to solve when a badly beaten body is pulled from the ocean. Of course there are lots of suspects on Rockfish Island. This is a page turner. Yet again I suspected everyone and was surprised in the end.
June 27, 2023
Great!
This actually might be my favorite in the series so far! I couldn’t figure out who done it for the life of me! I really enjoy the continued main character development, introduction to some “new” island faces, and teaser at the end for a 4th book. I want more now!
This actually might be my favorite in the series so far! I couldn’t figure out who done it for the life of me! I really enjoy the continued main character development, introduction to some “new” island faces, and teaser at the end for a 4th book. I want more now!
June 28, 2023
Mystery
This is third book in the Rockfish Island mystery series like the first two this one doesn't disappoint. The world building and character development is phenomenal. I really can't wait to read the book in the series. JC Fuller is a phenomenal author. I'm so hooked
This is third book in the Rockfish Island mystery series like the first two this one doesn't disappoint. The world building and character development is phenomenal. I really can't wait to read the book in the series. JC Fuller is a phenomenal author. I'm so hooked
February 25, 2024
Ok, this was a ride. I had the end half right. But I was not expecting that! This book 5 stars! If you had not picked up this series. Take this as your sign! Pick it up now!!! Can't wait to see what happens next!
April 18, 2024
I like to read series book in order to get the all the details on how the character interaction develops. This is the third book and I just want more, more, more. I love that there is a smart female detective who has her soft and mushy side to her also.
April 3, 2023
This book is amazing!!! Love the whole series. If you want a good who done it this is definitely for you. I couldn't put it down. Keeps you guessing till the end.
July 24, 2023
I love JC Fuller! She is a master of whodunnit!
October 31, 2023
I'd give it 10 stars if I could. Easy to follow, great pace, clean writing, fun who-dun-it. Ordering the next in the series now!
April 18, 2024
AMAZING. Didn’t see it coming. Another great one from JC Fuller!
April 28, 2024
I loved this book. J.c. Had me guessing the whole time and totally got me on the reveal. I HIGHLY Recommend.
August 10, 2024
She’s done it again. I couldn’t put the book down. False Findings takes you for a ride as you investigate another strange murder. The investigations and twist keep you invested throughout the whole story. I am in love with these characters and how they work together. Great job, JC!
June 9, 2025
I just love this small town series! JC Fuller is definitely an auto-buy author for me and I can’t wait to continue solving murder mysteries with Lane, Phil and the Rockfish Island crew!
October 27, 2023
Another great mystery
She did it again! Stumped till the end! With so many twists and turns this one leaves you guessing the whole way through.
She did it again! Stumped till the end! With so many twists and turns this one leaves you guessing the whole way through.
September 12, 2025
Still loving this series! It takes place more off island which I understand but was not preferred. Because I love the setting and townspeople.
There is A LOT of crime and bad people in such a small community, as someone from a small town in Wa it's wild, but again I am eating it up🍽️
At least three people in our book club have continued on and are finishing the series! Highly recommend!
There is A LOT of crime and bad people in such a small community, as someone from a small town in Wa it's wild, but again I am eating it up🍽️
At least three people in our book club have continued on and are finishing the series! Highly recommend!
May 19, 2025
beat in the series so far!
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