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Olivia Knight FBI #5
Murder on the Astoria
You are invited to the most extravagant party of the year.
On board a 233-foot yacht.
Opulence is overflowing.
Old money, new money, celebrities, and the most powerful politicians are in attendance.
The only problem?
On the Astoria, beauty and innocence has a price...
Danger and mayhem has a way of following Olivia Knight everywhere she turns.
As an FBI agent, those are the perks that arise in her line of duty.
But unfortunately for Agent Knight, her place of refuge becomes a crime scene.
She realizes that nowhere is safe.
And now, with her trusted partner Brock headed off on another case, it's time for her to ride solo.
That is until a new case lands on her lap. With the help of her lifelong friend, Emily.
They board the Astoria, with the hope of potentially uncovering clues on a case of massive fraud and deception by a corporation.
But while searching for answers in the company of extravagant glamour and vast wealth.
A beautiful young woman, the girlfriend of the billionaire host winds up dead.
Soon even more hysteria fills the yacht as the engine of the ship stops.
And the guests and crew find themselves stranded with a killer on the loose.
It's a race to the clock to find the killer before the trail of evidence disappears, or worse: before they strike again.
Welcome aboard the Astoria.
Where your every wish may be granted.
And a night of fun and adventure awaits.
On board a 233-foot yacht.
Opulence is overflowing.
Old money, new money, celebrities, and the most powerful politicians are in attendance.
The only problem?
On the Astoria, beauty and innocence has a price...
Danger and mayhem has a way of following Olivia Knight everywhere she turns.
As an FBI agent, those are the perks that arise in her line of duty.
But unfortunately for Agent Knight, her place of refuge becomes a crime scene.
She realizes that nowhere is safe.
And now, with her trusted partner Brock headed off on another case, it's time for her to ride solo.
That is until a new case lands on her lap. With the help of her lifelong friend, Emily.
They board the Astoria, with the hope of potentially uncovering clues on a case of massive fraud and deception by a corporation.
But while searching for answers in the company of extravagant glamour and vast wealth.
A beautiful young woman, the girlfriend of the billionaire host winds up dead.
Soon even more hysteria fills the yacht as the engine of the ship stops.
And the guests and crew find themselves stranded with a killer on the loose.
It's a race to the clock to find the killer before the trail of evidence disappears, or worse: before they strike again.
Welcome aboard the Astoria.
Where your every wish may be granted.
And a night of fun and adventure awaits.
262 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 1, 2022
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About the author
Elle Gray
125 books670 followersElle Gray lives in a small town with her 2 cats, and her handsome husky.
As a girl, she was obsessed with crime novels and thrillers.
Today, she loves writing and creating thrilling novels with courageous, strong heroes/heroines and dangerous psychopaths. She invites you to join her exciting world of detectives and FBI agents that take down killers and kick butt.
As a girl, she was obsessed with crime novels and thrillers.
Today, she loves writing and creating thrilling novels with courageous, strong heroes/heroines and dangerous psychopaths. She invites you to join her exciting world of detectives and FBI agents that take down killers and kick butt.
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August 31, 2023
Love hate
This is a good story and pulls you in right away. The stories about Olivia, always end leaving me hanging esp this one. The problem i have with Olivia is that sometimes she's really stupid or blind, so it seems to me. I mean I can think of ways to solve her problem but she doesn't seem to even be aware. I've felt this way from the first book but the endings send me on to the next book. They are good books but feel a little unrealistic. Either that or the other books I've read have gotten my head in a spin.ill figure it out, maybe as I read the next volume.
This is a good story and pulls you in right away. The stories about Olivia, always end leaving me hanging esp this one. The problem i have with Olivia is that sometimes she's really stupid or blind, so it seems to me. I mean I can think of ways to solve her problem but she doesn't seem to even be aware. I've felt this way from the first book but the endings send me on to the next book. They are good books but feel a little unrealistic. Either that or the other books I've read have gotten my head in a spin.ill figure it out, maybe as I read the next volume.
February 4, 2024
Liked this a lot, but...
I liked this story a lot, and I was very sad when one supporting character in particular lost their life. The writing is very good, as is the editing (with a few exceptions, some involving the plural possessive of "parents'").
But there's one gaping hole in the plot: a body falls off a moving boat. Several minutes pass before the engines are shut down. But when action to retrieve the body is finally taken, the body is still right beside the boat. In reality, by the time the boat was stopped, the body would have been far astern of the boat.
Still, this is an engaging story, and I very much enjoyed it.
I liked this story a lot, and I was very sad when one supporting character in particular lost their life. The writing is very good, as is the editing (with a few exceptions, some involving the plural possessive of "parents'").
But there's one gaping hole in the plot: a body falls off a moving boat. Several minutes pass before the engines are shut down. But when action to retrieve the body is finally taken, the body is still right beside the boat. In reality, by the time the boat was stopped, the body would have been far astern of the boat.
Still, this is an engaging story, and I very much enjoyed it.
October 14, 2025
This wasn't a horrible book; it was just okay for me. I got a little bored throughout it but pressed on. I kept waiting on a twist somewhere but it never came.... this big suspense was built up but I felt it just fell flat. When Olivia and Emily finally 'figure out' who did what, they basically bring the person or persons in and pretty much just say they know they did x,y and z. I was left feeling like 'what??? Is that it??' I kept waiting for a plot twist which never came. In all it was okay; just a straight-forward book.
July 7, 2022
Olivia’s Redemption
Brock is called away on a reprise of an old undercover case and Olivia has a case to solve on her own. Her best friend Emily is along for the ride but it seems to be a murder case and that’s Olivia’s strength. Lots of very rich and bad men are around but there’s no clear motive. Or is there? As usual there’s more afoot than is apparent. Olivia and Emily make a good team. But what’s happening with Brock? Good read.
Brock is called away on a reprise of an old undercover case and Olivia has a case to solve on her own. Her best friend Emily is along for the ride but it seems to be a murder case and that’s Olivia’s strength. Lots of very rich and bad men are around but there’s no clear motive. Or is there? As usual there’s more afoot than is apparent. Olivia and Emily make a good team. But what’s happening with Brock? Good read.
September 23, 2022
This is my least favorite book yet in the series. For me, the writing for this character series doesn’t compare to the Blake Wilder series or Paxton Arrington series. The Olivia Knight character seems all over the place trying to convince herself she’s a capable agent. I also didn’t enjoy the story line and definitely did not find it to be very realistic, although I realize I’m reading fiction, it should carry some level of believability.
October 10, 2022
Murder on the Astoria(Olivia Knight FBI Mystery Thriller Book 5)
OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!! I loved it. This one was totally amazing, I was very surprised to find out who the killer was. It was a total accident but still very sad. I can totally believe that rich people would act like this, which is sad, because you would think that the people who have the most would give the most. But in the real world the people that have the least are more then willing to give the most.
OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!! I loved it. This one was totally amazing, I was very surprised to find out who the killer was. It was a total accident but still very sad. I can totally believe that rich people would act like this, which is sad, because you would think that the people who have the most would give the most. But in the real world the people that have the least are more then willing to give the most.
January 22, 2023
Took me a bit longer to read but still a quick read. I did like this one but I did not like the fact that Brock left. The ending has me in tears. I cant wait to read the next one. This series just keeps getting better and better. I like Olivia is on her own in this one in a way. It shows she doesn’t need Brock but is better with him. Now everything is on the line and I need to get to the next one now.
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April 14, 2024
Who Is Guilty?
Very interesting story. First Olivia couldn't go with her partner who was assigned to a case that he had previously been involved in. So Olivia went to visit her friend Emily. Emily also an FBI agent was working on a case that involved white collar problems. The two of them became involved in a complex murder investigation. Who killed the Darfur and why? They solved the murder and the white collar investigation.
Very interesting story. First Olivia couldn't go with her partner who was assigned to a case that he had previously been involved in. So Olivia went to visit her friend Emily. Emily also an FBI agent was working on a case that involved white collar problems. The two of them became involved in a complex murder investigation. Who killed the Darfur and why? They solved the murder and the white collar investigation.
April 17, 2025
A lot of unrealistic elements
This one took me longer to read because it felt like there were too many unrealistic elements. The premise of Olivia being between cases and joining a case with her BFF based on a phone call seemed off. There was little to no communication with anyone else in the FBI about what they were doing. All of the investigation on the ship without any documentation... Hoping the next is better.
This one took me longer to read because it felt like there were too many unrealistic elements. The premise of Olivia being between cases and joining a case with her BFF based on a phone call seemed off. There was little to no communication with anyone else in the FBI about what they were doing. All of the investigation on the ship without any documentation... Hoping the next is better.
June 24, 2022
This latest book in the Olivia Knight series was good, but didn't grab me like the others. It was a bit draggy in spots, and to be honest, if it hadn't been part of a series by two of my favorite authors, I might have put it down without finishing it. The teaser in the Epilogue has me looking forward to the next entry in the series, however.
July 1, 2022
It's Good!
I did enjoy the book, but honestly it seemed to be a lot of whining with Olivia about her relationship with
Brock This is a good book but my least favorite so far. I understand and like complicated characters but not big on whiny. But these two are my favorite authors so while this series is not my favorite its still good!
I did enjoy the book, but honestly it seemed to be a lot of whining with Olivia about her relationship with
Brock This is a good book but my least favorite so far. I understand and like complicated characters but not big on whiny. But these two are my favorite authors so while this series is not my favorite its still good!
July 22, 2022
Awesome
Olivia and Emily are back together again working on a case that includes a murder on the yacht Astoria. Lots of twists and turns as they piece together clues that brings them to a bunch of suspects. This will keep you guessing and leave you wanting more! 🙂 I can't wait for the next one!!
Olivia and Emily are back together again working on a case that includes a murder on the yacht Astoria. Lots of twists and turns as they piece together clues that brings them to a bunch of suspects. This will keep you guessing and leave you wanting more! 🙂 I can't wait for the next one!!
July 24, 2022
A must read series
This was an interesting story with many secrets, lies, betrayals, and death. It's certainly not what Agent Knight and her best friend expected when they chose to work together on what was supposed to be a white collar case. It will certainly have you guessing until the very end.
I would definitely recommend this book, series, and outstanding author.
This was an interesting story with many secrets, lies, betrayals, and death. It's certainly not what Agent Knight and her best friend expected when they chose to work together on what was supposed to be a white collar case. It will certainly have you guessing until the very end.
I would definitely recommend this book, series, and outstanding author.
June 22, 2022
This was a good fast paced mystery. It had characters that were interesting and well developed. It was interesting to see who the guilty party (parties?) were.
I received a digital ARC of this book and this is my honest and unsolicited opinion.
I received a digital ARC of this book and this is my honest and unsolicited opinion.
July 1, 2022
Olivia Knight does it again!
This book brought a lot of characters together from previous books and was a fun read. The author dangles the next book in the epilogue so that you can't wait for it to come out.
This book brought a lot of characters together from previous books and was a fun read. The author dangles the next book in the epilogue so that you can't wait for it to come out.
July 7, 2022
Another great red by the Grays
Love this one with Olivia and Emily. As is usual it's a well written page turner. I recommend all of the books by these authors and can't wait for the next.
Love this one with Olivia and Emily. As is usual it's a well written page turner. I recommend all of the books by these authors and can't wait for the next.
July 14, 2022
Good read! Suspenseful.
This series continues to get better and better. Having Olivia work without Brock made you miss him and look forward to his return. Can’t wait to see how Olivia rescues him in the next book.
This series continues to get better and better. Having Olivia work without Brock made you miss him and look forward to his return. Can’t wait to see how Olivia rescues him in the next book.
August 8, 2022
Poorly written and boring
Spent most of my time with this book being bored and fast forwarding. Not at all like authors other books which were at least worth reading. Skip this one.
Spent most of my time with this book being bored and fast forwarding. Not at all like authors other books which were at least worth reading. Skip this one.
October 25, 2022
Murder and hijinks on the high seas. You have to really pay attention to figure this one out, because there are so many suspects. Olivia is a new author to me and I enjoyed her writing and her characters. This is a world of high rollers and anything goes.
December 12, 2022
Murder on the Astoria
This is one exciting book. I could not put it down. Of course the ending is much more suspenseful. I can't wait for the next book in this series. I highly recommend this book.
This is one exciting book. I could not put it down. Of course the ending is much more suspenseful. I can't wait for the next book in this series. I highly recommend this book.
April 6, 2025
When a woman is murdered, there are too many suspects at the beginning. Who might want this young woman dead?
Olivia and Brock are determined to solve the case, and bring closure to the family.
Another great addition to this series! Bring on the next case!
Olivia and Brock are determined to solve the case, and bring closure to the family.
Another great addition to this series! Bring on the next case!
April 6, 2025
Just because they're women don't count them out!
Really great read. Olivia and Emily work really well together. This was a complicated mystery to solve. A lot of information to go through. Leaving at least 4 subjects to isolate which they did.
Really great read. Olivia and Emily work really well together. This was a complicated mystery to solve. A lot of information to go through. Leaving at least 4 subjects to isolate which they did.
July 3, 2022
I enjoyed this book very much with lots of suspense and drama . Thank you
July 5, 2022
By book 5 there should be more progress with Olivia and Brock’s “relationship”. I was pretty disappointed in this book. I usually can’t put it down but forced myself to finish this one.
July 6, 2022
Awesome read
I love these two authors, I read everything they write. They have great story lines and they will keep you in suspense until the end of the story.
I love these two authors, I read everything they write. They have great story lines and they will keep you in suspense until the end of the story.
July 7, 2022
Had me at the edge of my seat
Love the story line of Olivia and Brock! Can’t wait till the next adventure!!! Knight to the rescue please! 💗
Love the story line of Olivia and Brock! Can’t wait till the next adventure!!! Knight to the rescue please! 💗
July 7, 2022
Not up to par
As stated, plot was not up to par. I could not get into the plot. I ended up skipping forward. The plot just didn't keep my interest.
As stated, plot was not up to par. I could not get into the plot. I ended up skipping forward. The plot just didn't keep my interest.
July 16, 2022
thriller
I had no idea of the perpetrator of the murder. It kept me riveted until the end! Can’t wait to read the follow up.
I had no idea of the perpetrator of the murder. It kept me riveted until the end! Can’t wait to read the follow up.
July 20, 2022
repetitive
Can you find another phrase other than take them down???
The ladies would be smart and know who their detainee phoned before they interview them. Seriously.
Can you find another phrase other than take them down???
The ladies would be smart and know who their detainee phoned before they interview them. Seriously.
July 21, 2022
Fantastic
A great way to make a change in the dynamic of this team...a new player is just that. I am really excited for next adventure to begin.
A great way to make a change in the dynamic of this team...a new player is just that. I am really excited for next adventure to begin.
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