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the Child Collector #3
Baited
As new evidence on the Baby Thief emerges with the abandonment of a little girl, Shaelyn, Sawyer gets closer to finding the woman who stole her baby and her life. While the recovery of Baby Charlie becomes a distraction, will it allow time for the killer to find her next victim, or will help come in the nick of time?
164 pages, Paperback
Published December 1, 2020
About the author
W.L. Knightly
121 books367 followersWL Knightly is a thriller/murder mystery co-writing pen name for two USA Today Best Selling Authors. "W" when not writing can be found dealing in Antique Jewelry and hanging out with her awesome hubby and three kids. And "L" is a full-time writer that lives near Nashville, TN and spends her time cooking, hanging out with her hubs and 3 kiddos, or wrangling new ideas as they float by!
Their love of a good mystery novel caused them to combine forces and go after their dream of telling stories that sent a shiver down your spine. I'm thinking they figured it out!
These two friends met years ago when they both started writing and publishing in various young adult genres and needed a critique partner.
The rest is history...They'd love for you to join the fun!
Website-http://thezodiackillerseries.com/
Facebook-https://www.facebook.com/wlknightlyau...
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Their love of a good mystery novel caused them to combine forces and go after their dream of telling stories that sent a shiver down your spine. I'm thinking they figured it out!
These two friends met years ago when they both started writing and publishing in various young adult genres and needed a critique partner.
The rest is history...They'd love for you to join the fun!
Website-http://thezodiackillerseries.com/
Facebook-https://www.facebook.com/wlknightlyau...
Insiders Group- https://dl.bookfunnel.com/j1rryhvu53
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March 29, 2020
Wow. Impossible to put this book down. Had me gripped until the end. Voluntarily reviewed because I enjoyed this book so much. The characters once again had me intrigued. Can’t wait for the next book.
March 28, 2020
I voluntarily reviewed a copy of "BAITED" WOW!!!! This story just gets better and better this one the chase to get Baby Charlie back is so crazy but with a wonderful reunion to Mack it's was so emotional.
The chase is now to find Leah before she strikes once again she's getting more desperate and making mistakes she caught Tate in their house and asked why he was there said he heard a noise and the back door was open she wasn't sure she belives him she also told him they were moving away and nit coming back he's worried about Gemma's safety.
Cam and Shae are at one another he feels rejected and that shes keeping things from him she has secrets that she thinks he won't want to be with her when he finds out she tells Mack what happened to her be made her swear not to tell Cam so she'd know why Shae thinks her and Cam won't work.
I definitely recommend to get this very well written story by WL. Knightly it's getting close to the end will they get Leah in time before she hurts anyone else including Gemma you must get this series you won't be disappointed.
The chase is now to find Leah before she strikes once again she's getting more desperate and making mistakes she caught Tate in their house and asked why he was there said he heard a noise and the back door was open she wasn't sure she belives him she also told him they were moving away and nit coming back he's worried about Gemma's safety.
Cam and Shae are at one another he feels rejected and that shes keeping things from him she has secrets that she thinks he won't want to be with her when he finds out she tells Mack what happened to her be made her swear not to tell Cam so she'd know why Shae thinks her and Cam won't work.
I definitely recommend to get this very well written story by WL. Knightly it's getting close to the end will they get Leah in time before she hurts anyone else including Gemma you must get this series you won't be disappointed.
March 23, 2020
wow book 3 was amazing. I can't wait to read the next book. This book starts off from where book 2 ended. Olive is in the hospital critically ill.
Shae and Cam search for baby Charlie. They have numerous hit and misses with the deputy and his wife.
The net is closing around Leah. Gamma is becoming more aware of her 'mother's inconsistencies. She's beginning to question a lot of things that are occurring.
I am loving this series and .cannot wait to read the next book. I hope it's the final book in the book as I am wanting Leah to get her comeuppance.
Shae and Cam's sexual tension and feelings for each other gets explored.
I want the next book please please please!!!
I received an ARC from the author. I voluntarily review this book. This is my honest review.
Shae and Cam search for baby Charlie. They have numerous hit and misses with the deputy and his wife.
The net is closing around Leah. Gamma is becoming more aware of her 'mother's inconsistencies. She's beginning to question a lot of things that are occurring.
I am loving this series and .cannot wait to read the next book. I hope it's the final book in the book as I am wanting Leah to get her comeuppance.
Shae and Cam's sexual tension and feelings for each other gets explored.
I want the next book please please please!!!
I received an ARC from the author. I voluntarily review this book. This is my honest review.
March 26, 2020
An exciting mystery read with romantic undertones
Shae, a private investigator, is working with Cam, a police detective, about an open case from when she was on the police force known as the Baby Thief. As the story progresses some good news is welcomed, a wild goose chase seems inevitable, and just when you think they have it solved, one piece of the puzzle is lost as another is found. W.L. Knightly’s Baited is an exciting mystery read with romantic undertones. I know that they will find all the pieces needed in time to save everyone, I just wonder what more they have to go through to get there, considering the devious mind of the author.
I received a free copy of the book from the author. I had the opportunity to review or not.
Shae, a private investigator, is working with Cam, a police detective, about an open case from when she was on the police force known as the Baby Thief. As the story progresses some good news is welcomed, a wild goose chase seems inevitable, and just when you think they have it solved, one piece of the puzzle is lost as another is found. W.L. Knightly’s Baited is an exciting mystery read with romantic undertones. I know that they will find all the pieces needed in time to save everyone, I just wonder what more they have to go through to get there, considering the devious mind of the author.
I received a free copy of the book from the author. I had the opportunity to review or not.
March 26, 2020
As new evidence on the Baby Thief emerges with the abandonment of a little girl, Shaelyn,
Sawyer gets closer to finding the woman who stole her baby and her life.
While the recovery of Baby Charlie becomes a distraction, will it allow time for the killer to find her next victim, or
will help come in the nick of time?
This is a wonderful addition to this thrilling series!
Wonderful well written plot and story line that had me engaged from the start.
Love the well fleshed out characters and found them believeable.
Great suspense and action with that adds so much to the story.
Such a thrilling read that I couldn't put it down.
Can't wait to read what this author brings out next!!
Recommend reading.
I read a complimentary advance copy of the book; this is my voluntary and honest review.
Sawyer gets closer to finding the woman who stole her baby and her life.
While the recovery of Baby Charlie becomes a distraction, will it allow time for the killer to find her next victim, or
will help come in the nick of time?
This is a wonderful addition to this thrilling series!
Wonderful well written plot and story line that had me engaged from the start.
Love the well fleshed out characters and found them believeable.
Great suspense and action with that adds so much to the story.
Such a thrilling read that I couldn't put it down.
Can't wait to read what this author brings out next!!
Recommend reading.
I read a complimentary advance copy of the book; this is my voluntary and honest review.
March 28, 2020
Shae is still super focused on finding Leah, so her growing attraction to Cam is very inconvenient for her. She's worried her past would send him running even after they find Leah. Shae & Cam manage to be successful in finding baby Charlie, but not much closer to actually finding Leah. Clues pop up near the end, but will they be enough?
This installment had quite a bit of excitement, including a wild goose chase. We saw the softer, caring sides of Shae & Cam, and I already want them together right away. I am eager to see how Leah picks her next victim, and the lengths she will go to keep a new baby. I am also excited that we got to hear from Gemma more. Her full awakening will be something to watch. I can't wait!
I voluntarily read & reviewed an ARC of this book.
This installment had quite a bit of excitement, including a wild goose chase. We saw the softer, caring sides of Shae & Cam, and I already want them together right away. I am eager to see how Leah picks her next victim, and the lengths she will go to keep a new baby. I am also excited that we got to hear from Gemma more. Her full awakening will be something to watch. I can't wait!
I voluntarily read & reviewed an ARC of this book.
March 30, 2020
Things are starting to heat up.
Shae and Cam are on the trail of both Charlie and Leah.
Gemma is starting to ask questions that Leah doesn't want to answer.
Tate wants to help Gemma. He nothing I her house after they left and found the cameras. He knows Gemma is in trouble just not what the trouble is. When Tate gets caught by the police he may be able to give them even more info.
They are getting close but still a long way to go.
Shae is keeping a big secret from Cam and he knows it.
I couldn't believe the horriblness of those who took Charlie.
You won't put it down. You keeping hoping the next clue is the right clue.
I was given this book for an honest voluntary review
Shae and Cam are on the trail of both Charlie and Leah.
Gemma is starting to ask questions that Leah doesn't want to answer.
Tate wants to help Gemma. He nothing I her house after they left and found the cameras. He knows Gemma is in trouble just not what the trouble is. When Tate gets caught by the police he may be able to give them even more info.
They are getting close but still a long way to go.
Shae is keeping a big secret from Cam and he knows it.
I couldn't believe the horriblness of those who took Charlie.
You won't put it down. You keeping hoping the next clue is the right clue.
I was given this book for an honest voluntary review
March 21, 2020
This starts off where book two left us with Olive in the hospital, Mack realizing who she is, Shae and Cam still trying to find Leah. Another obstacle to finding Leah is the deputy and his wife taking Charlie. Will Shae and Cam get closer to finding Charlie? Will Leah slip up and make a crucial mistake? Will Shae and Mack get a message from Tate on Facebook? This has secrets, suspense, lies and so much more. I eager to see what will happen next in book four. I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
March 25, 2020
The saga continues with Shae and Cam finally catching a small break with both cases. The question still remains as to how far Leah will go with her own children. Up to this point she seems to care enough about the kids she calls her own, but what if that changes? Gemma and Tate are proving to be game changers. Lots of danger, action, and a slow burn love affair. I definitely recommend this series, but you have to start with book one because the subsequent books pick up where the last one left off.
March 27, 2020
This series continues to keep me at the edge of my seat. Baited is 3rd book in a series and great continuation.
Shae and Cam are getting closer to catching Leah. Gemma is also paying more attention to Leah and is realizing that more and more things are not right.
Lots of suspense and new twist kept me turning pages. I’m also loving the chemistry and banter between Shae and Cam.
Can’t wait to see what will happen next!
I received an advanced copy of this book from author and am voluntarily leaving my honest review.
Shae and Cam are getting closer to catching Leah. Gemma is also paying more attention to Leah and is realizing that more and more things are not right.
Lots of suspense and new twist kept me turning pages. I’m also loving the chemistry and banter between Shae and Cam.
Can’t wait to see what will happen next!
I received an advanced copy of this book from author and am voluntarily leaving my honest review.
May 23, 2020
I received this book yesterday and finished it this morning at 12:30 am today. Could not put this book down. It is dogged determination for Cam and Shae to track down the Baby Thief Leah and find baby Charlie to reunite him with his mother Mackenzie. Shae’s focus is to bring Leah down before another baby is taken physically from its mothers’ womb that then leads to another murder. Many avenues to explore in the third book including a love interest that Cam wants with Shae but Shae can not commit to him. I loved this roller coaster ride of a terrific story written by WL Knightly.
Diane W
Diane W
March 21, 2020
Book 3 in the series and just as good as the other 2. You have the suspense on Shae and Cam trying to catch up with Leah. Now that Olive is with her grandmother will Leah start looking for another girl? Then we finally see Mack reunite with Charlie. Now that Tate is talking to them, will he be able to help find Gemma? So much going on and still so much more to go. Cannot wait until book 4 comes to see where the series will lead us. Definitely worth reading..
March 27, 2020
This series is great! Shae, private investigator, continues to work with detective Cam, to track down child kidnapper Leah. This story continues with the two of them trying to find kidnapped and then abandoned baby Charlie. Leah wanted the baby but not a boy, so she left him, only to be kidnapped by someone else. Shae and Cam hunt down Charlie but still have to pursue Leah and stop this kidnapper/murderer. Can't wait until the next one!
April 11, 2020
Good story line. It grabbed me right away. It is a fast paced story and most of the characters are really likeable. The first book got my attention as soon as I started it. I can't wait to start the fourth book.
Good story line. It grabbed me right away. It is a fast paced story and most of the characters are really likeable. The first book got my attention as soon as I started it. I can't wait to start the fourth book.
Good story line. It grabbed me right away. It is a fast paced story and most of the characters are really likeable. The first book got my attention as soon as I started it. I can't wait to start the fourth book.
March 26, 2020
This is the third episode in this series. Leah says she is working for the Program that takes in young pregnant mothers and give them a place to live during their pregnancy. Leah takes these young ladies in and has her own agenda. Cam Murphy and PI Shae Sawyer are working together to find Leah. Each of these novels leads to the next to keep you wanting more.
March 27, 2020
Really good series with so many twists and turns. Cam is falling for Shae big time, but Shae is focused on finding Leah and baby Charlie. Leah is running and keeps managing to slither away. Tate is getting suspicious as is Gemma. Mack is quite the outspoken young woman. I love the touch of romance between Shae and Cam. I am totally enjoying this series!
March 27, 2020
The storyline just keeps getting better and better! Cam and Shae are hunting for Leah and baby Charlie. The Baby Thief is making her neighbor wonder about things and she’s going to run. As the action gets going the twists and turns keep happening. With a discovery at the end are they getting close to finding what they are looking for? I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
March 29, 2020
Wow! This series is just wonderful. I love it. Shae and Cam have very different views on how to catch the baby thief but they are getting closer and don't need to make a mistake. Olive and Mack are reunited for a short period as Olive was in the hospital being dropped off at a bus stop in book 2. I received an ARC and voluntarily choose to reveiw.
March 24, 2023
I honestly hate that these are so short! I feel like they could have been longer, I keep getting left with these cliffhangers it's driving me nuts. It's so easy to get wrapped in everything going on. Will they find Leah? Is she going to take another pregnant girl? Now time to jump into the next one!
March 22, 2020
Well another smash hit with the 3rd book in this series. Everything is kicking off and Shae is getting closer to tracking Leah. This is a fabulous series and Look forward to the next instalment. Gemma appears to be getting wiser to Leah as well and I can’t wait to see what happens there.
April 2, 2020
Unhappy reader
Unhappy! I bought book 2 of 3, then bought book 3 of 3, only to find the story doesn't end there. Well, I cannot afford another one, so will never know the ending. That's just not right!! Won't be ordering any more of your books.
Unhappy! I bought book 2 of 3, then bought book 3 of 3, only to find the story doesn't end there. Well, I cannot afford another one, so will never know the ending. That's just not right!! Won't be ordering any more of your books.
June 9, 2021
The adult romance is seriously awful. They are TERRIBLE for each other. Neither one trusts the other and there isn’t enough description about what they look like to even understand physical attraction.
April 1, 2020
2 More. Books to go
I have read the first 3_in this series and have to finish
It. If you don't want to read all 5 books don't start the first one
I have read the first 3_in this series and have to finish
It. If you don't want to read all 5 books don't start the first one
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April 9, 2020Love this series
This series has kept me hooked. Cant wait for the next one at the end of april.
I really enjoy reading these books. Check them out.
This series has kept me hooked. Cant wait for the next one at the end of april.
I really enjoy reading these books. Check them out.
April 27, 2020
Great series.
October 8, 2024
Love that the twists and turns keep me guessing! Great storylines with Cam, Shae and Mack! had to get the next one right after finishing this one!
March 23, 2020
Wow! Where is the next book in this series? I think this is even better than the previous book, which I loved. So much is happening but it's easy to follow the characters. The chemistry between P.I. Shae and Cam, the Cop, puts a little humor in the story. I received a free copy of this book and am giving my honest review.
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