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Miranda and Parker #2
Heart Wounds
At the London Museum of Antiquity, the priceless Marc Antony dagger is stolen.
The museum director is heart-broken. He knows only one person can help him now.
Actually, two people. Ace private investigator Wade Parker and his new bride and partner, Miranda Steele.
But when she gets to London, Miranda realizes someone could murder for a museum piece valued at over five million pounds. And would murder again to keep it.
She's determined to find the culprit before that happens.
But the killer strikes first, setting Parker's nerves on edge. Could Miranda be the next target?
This time Parker doesn't hesitate to protest. And Miranda doesn't hesitate to flare up.
And now the killer is closing in.
Can the detectives work out their issues before one of them dies?
Or will they be too late?
The museum director is heart-broken. He knows only one person can help him now.
Actually, two people. Ace private investigator Wade Parker and his new bride and partner, Miranda Steele.
But when she gets to London, Miranda realizes someone could murder for a museum piece valued at over five million pounds. And would murder again to keep it.
She's determined to find the culprit before that happens.
But the killer strikes first, setting Parker's nerves on edge. Could Miranda be the next target?
This time Parker doesn't hesitate to protest. And Miranda doesn't hesitate to flare up.
And now the killer is closing in.
Can the detectives work out their issues before one of them dies?
Or will they be too late?
261 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 6, 2014
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About the author
Linsey Lanier
82 books303 followersLinsey Lanier writes chilling mystery-thrillers that keep you up at night.
Daughter of a WWII Navy Lieutenant, she has written fiction for over twenty years. She is best known for the popular Miranda's Rights Mystery series and the Miranda and Parker Mystery series. Someone Else's Daughter has received several thousand reviews and more than one million downloads.
Linsey is a member of International Thriller Writers, and her books have been nominated in several well-known contests.
In her spare time, Linsey enjoys watching crime shows with her husband of over two decades and trying to figure out "who-dun-it." But her favorite activity is writing and creating entertaining new stories for her readers.
She's always working on a new book, currently books in the Miranda and Parker Mystery series (a continuation of the Miranda's Rights Mystery series). Other series include the Maggie Delaney Police Thrillers and the Wesson and Sloan FBI Thriller series.
For alerts on her latest releases join Linsey's mailing list at linseylanier.com.
Daughter of a WWII Navy Lieutenant, she has written fiction for over twenty years. She is best known for the popular Miranda's Rights Mystery series and the Miranda and Parker Mystery series. Someone Else's Daughter has received several thousand reviews and more than one million downloads.
Linsey is a member of International Thriller Writers, and her books have been nominated in several well-known contests.
In her spare time, Linsey enjoys watching crime shows with her husband of over two decades and trying to figure out "who-dun-it." But her favorite activity is writing and creating entertaining new stories for her readers.
She's always working on a new book, currently books in the Miranda and Parker Mystery series (a continuation of the Miranda's Rights Mystery series). Other series include the Maggie Delaney Police Thrillers and the Wesson and Sloan FBI Thriller series.
For alerts on her latest releases join Linsey's mailing list at linseylanier.com.
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August 20, 2019
I love Miranda and Parker!
Pros:
Miranda and Parker are wonderful characters and the series is superb!
Lisey Lanier is a master storyteller!
I enjoy books set in another country! While I don't know the areas mentioned and places, I'm exposed to another culture! I also think readers in the UK, or New Zealand or wherever must enjoy having a story close to home!
Miranda's growth over the previous 6 books is uplifting! While she is still prickly, stubborn, inpulsive and hates to be subservient; she is also intuitive, gifted, strong, tough and showing some compassion for others!
The antiquities angle was fascinating and the plotline wascomplex and well layered!
Mild spoilers!
Cons:
I feel violated by the author, she cannot simply change normative qualities ingrained in the characters! Behaviors and personalities honed over 6 plus books can't be dismissed without breaking tust with the reader!
Parker is never Reckless
Leaving Miranda in the dark (to protect her) always turns out poorly!
Miranda will always rush into the fray, so it's impossible to "protect" her by deciet!
Parker would not walk into a trap without a plan andneve be caught unawares!
Miranda finding Parker is a given, not suspenseful!
Miranda may be more kindhearted but is not mpathetic sympathetic especially to people she does not like! While she secretly has a good heart, she could never feel for so many people, may of whom caused their own misery!
Pros:
Miranda and Parker are wonderful characters and the series is superb!
Lisey Lanier is a master storyteller!
I enjoy books set in another country! While I don't know the areas mentioned and places, I'm exposed to another culture! I also think readers in the UK, or New Zealand or wherever must enjoy having a story close to home!
Miranda's growth over the previous 6 books is uplifting! While she is still prickly, stubborn, inpulsive and hates to be subservient; she is also intuitive, gifted, strong, tough and showing some compassion for others!
The antiquities angle was fascinating and the plotline wascomplex and well layered!
Mild spoilers!
Cons:
I feel violated by the author, she cannot simply change normative qualities ingrained in the characters! Behaviors and personalities honed over 6 plus books can't be dismissed without breaking tust with the reader!
Parker is never Reckless
Leaving Miranda in the dark (to protect her) always turns out poorly!
Miranda will always rush into the fray, so it's impossible to "protect" her by deciet!
Parker would not walk into a trap without a plan andneve be caught unawares!
Miranda finding Parker is a given, not suspenseful!
Miranda may be more kindhearted but is not mpathetic sympathetic especially to people she does not like! While she secretly has a good heart, she could never feel for so many people, may of whom caused their own misery!
January 5, 2020
Good thriller - a must read
When I first began this book, I wasn't sure this would be as good as the last ones. I was wrong. It was definitely a good mystery and held my attention.
Parker and Miranda are headed to England. An old friend of Parker's dad is the head of a museum and a priceless Egyptian dagger used by Marc Anthony was stolen.
In an effort to protect Miranda, Parker makes a foolish judgement call . To find out what it was , you have to read this book.
Lindsey Lanier is a master story teller. One thing that bothered me nothing was ever said how the police handled Davinia's part in all this.
Can't wait to find out who keeps texting Miranda " I know where you are?" On to the next book!
When I first began this book, I wasn't sure this would be as good as the last ones. I was wrong. It was definitely a good mystery and held my attention.
Parker and Miranda are headed to England. An old friend of Parker's dad is the head of a museum and a priceless Egyptian dagger used by Marc Anthony was stolen.
In an effort to protect Miranda, Parker makes a foolish judgement call . To find out what it was , you have to read this book.
Lindsey Lanier is a master story teller. One thing that bothered me nothing was ever said how the police handled Davinia's part in all this.
Can't wait to find out who keeps texting Miranda " I know where you are?" On to the next book!
March 25, 2022
Obviously a British hating author.
I only got to 17% and gave up. The careless research on British life and institutions was mindbogglingly awful. We haven't had London fogs since the 50's. Where did they get their Met police ranks from. How an American can criticise our chocolate bars beggars belief. Where did they get m'um from? And the list goes on. Quite frankly it's lazy writing.
I only got to 17% and gave up. The careless research on British life and institutions was mindbogglingly awful. We haven't had London fogs since the 50's. Where did they get their Met police ranks from. How an American can criticise our chocolate bars beggars belief. Where did they get m'um from? And the list goes on. Quite frankly it's lazy writing.
March 28, 2022
Annoying
I did not care for this book. A priceless artifact is stolen from a British museum. The curator hires a married couple from the US to investigate, much to the chagrin of Scotland Yard.
This book reads like a cozy mystery. I figured it out early on. It is annoying and repetitious. The reader is constantly reminded of how handsome, rich and debonair Parker is and how his wife , the fiery Miranda aggravates , excites and arouses him. Gag.
I did not care for this book. A priceless artifact is stolen from a British museum. The curator hires a married couple from the US to investigate, much to the chagrin of Scotland Yard.
This book reads like a cozy mystery. I figured it out early on. It is annoying and repetitious. The reader is constantly reminded of how handsome, rich and debonair Parker is and how his wife , the fiery Miranda aggravates , excites and arouses him. Gag.
August 14, 2018
Good
I've read better by me Lanier. I'm not a fan of mysteries set in London. I doubt the police there would so easily ask for outside assistance. Again editing failures. Errors get in my way of enjoying the experience.
I've read better by me Lanier. I'm not a fan of mysteries set in London. I doubt the police there would so easily ask for outside assistance. Again editing failures. Errors get in my way of enjoying the experience.
January 19, 2020
Heart Wounds
I love the way Ms. Lanier maps out her book so I don’t get lost trying to keep up with the storyline. I thought Wade. must be an angel to put up with some of Mirandas attitudes. But he just knew how to control himself better. So far Heart Wounds is my favorite of the series. Again, the use of the F Bomb was too much for me. I do understand why it’s used only in certain parts. But I can’t help but wish it weren’t used at all.
That being said, I still recommend this book and the compete series to anyone who likes d tective novels with sometimes twists and turns.
I love the way Ms. Lanier maps out her book so I don’t get lost trying to keep up with the storyline. I thought Wade. must be an angel to put up with some of Mirandas attitudes. But he just knew how to control himself better. So far Heart Wounds is my favorite of the series. Again, the use of the F Bomb was too much for me. I do understand why it’s used only in certain parts. But I can’t help but wish it weren’t used at all.
That being said, I still recommend this book and the compete series to anyone who likes d tective novels with sometimes twists and turns.
March 27, 2022
Fantastic read. Miranda and Parker are private investigators and married. Miranda does not like to be second in command in any case. Parker takes the lead on this case - find out who took the Marc Anthony dagger. She puts them in danger more than once and does not realize what effect it has on Parker. To keep her safe he goes on his own and almost gets killed. She finally realizes that they need to work together as a team so that they can keep each other from harms way. I thought I had figured out who had taken the dagger but the end was a real shocker. Never saw that coming.
Great writing Linsey.
Great writing Linsey.
January 11, 2024
If one is going to write a story set in a country that is not one's own, one really ought to check that the information used is accurate.
This was one of the worst-researched novels I have ever read - and I read a lot!
Metropolitan Police ranks that don't even exist (or in any other Police Force in the UK); a part-time Inspector placed in charge of a high-profile case; and the Royal Family (not just of England!) "interfering"! Rubbish - and I served with the former Strathclyde Police Force!
This was the first of this author's publications that I have read. It is also the last! The only "saving grace" was that she does not take recourse to foul and blasphemous language. Otherwise there would only have been two stars!
This was one of the worst-researched novels I have ever read - and I read a lot!
Metropolitan Police ranks that don't even exist (or in any other Police Force in the UK); a part-time Inspector placed in charge of a high-profile case; and the Royal Family (not just of England!) "interfering"! Rubbish - and I served with the former Strathclyde Police Force!
This was the first of this author's publications that I have read. It is also the last! The only "saving grace" was that she does not take recourse to foul and blasphemous language. Otherwise there would only have been two stars!
September 13, 2019
Wow what a harrowing ending!!!!
This is the 2nd time I've read this in a week. I knew who the killer was and culprit but it was still exciting to read again by taking my time to read it slower than I did the first time. I love the passion and intensity in their lovemaking but it irks me that after their agreement Miranda still didn't come clean with the texts. I've read the next book also but I'm going to enjoy it again
This is the 2nd time I've read this in a week. I knew who the killer was and culprit but it was still exciting to read again by taking my time to read it slower than I did the first time. I love the passion and intensity in their lovemaking but it irks me that after their agreement Miranda still didn't come clean with the texts. I've read the next book also but I'm going to enjoy it again
January 15, 2020
Wonderful series
I'm really enjoying these series of books. I joined kindle unlimited and was quite skeptical that I would like it, but here I am ordering the next book in your series and looking forward to the next adventure! I love the ongoing back story of Miranda and Parker's evolution into a true partnership. Yes they have glitches, but in the end they learn and grow. Each new cad they take on is full of fun twists and turns and hard to put down some times! Well done.
I'm really enjoying these series of books. I joined kindle unlimited and was quite skeptical that I would like it, but here I am ordering the next book in your series and looking forward to the next adventure! I love the ongoing back story of Miranda and Parker's evolution into a true partnership. Yes they have glitches, but in the end they learn and grow. Each new cad they take on is full of fun twists and turns and hard to put down some times! Well done.
August 24, 2022
The author tries to pull in many angles to this mystery. She sets up several possible villains, and there was plenty of guilt to go around. The most guilty are found and taken care of in true Parker and Steele style. The less guilty still suffer, perhaps even worse over a lifetime.
The reader unfortunately will still have questions about details unsaid and not obvious. Still it was a good read.
The reader unfortunately will still have questions about details unsaid and not obvious. Still it was a good read.
January 23, 2025
Starting from scratch is hard!
Great read. Miranda & Parker have their hands full when they leave the US to help a friend in Great Britain. Miranda not familiar with the customs and needing to learn a bit offers up an unusual turn of events. It seems that the position of Parker's friend Sir Neville position gets in the way of investigation of the dagger. Real mystery to get solved.
Great read. Miranda & Parker have their hands full when they leave the US to help a friend in Great Britain. Miranda not familiar with the customs and needing to learn a bit offers up an unusual turn of events. It seems that the position of Parker's friend Sir Neville position gets in the way of investigation of the dagger. Real mystery to get solved.
August 9, 2019
I really enjoyed this book. I love the main character's and how their relationship is growing despite all the chaos. I loved the plot and how they solved it. The author is wonderful and has a way of letting you feel the story as if you were there. I will be reading more of this series and from this author.
August 26, 2019
Great book
I really enjoy reading Lindsey Lanier . Her stories are interesting and intriguing. I love the relationship between the characters Miranda and
Parker. I'm ready to read the next exciting adventure. Thank you, Lindsey for writing such great books.
I really enjoy reading Lindsey Lanier . Her stories are interesting and intriguing. I love the relationship between the characters Miranda and
Parker. I'm ready to read the next exciting adventure. Thank you, Lindsey for writing such great books.
September 12, 2019
Once again Linsey Lanier wrote a great book. I am so in love with Miranda and Parker. They work so well together solving the mysteries. The ending was a surprise because it was not the person I thought who stole the item.
September 23, 2019
Miranda and Parker 2
Setting in merry ole England searching for an ancient relic that a family friend recovered and then had snatched. A good read and off to the third installment searching for the mysterious person leaving messages
Setting in merry ole England searching for an ancient relic that a family friend recovered and then had snatched. A good read and off to the third installment searching for the mysterious person leaving messages
January 4, 2020
Power of Big Ben
Sorry Big Ben doesn’t have anything to do with this story line except, to dong every now and then in it. This story kept me guessing. I thought I knew who the bad guy or gal was more than once and I was wrong. I love when a story does that.
Sorry Big Ben doesn’t have anything to do with this story line except, to dong every now and then in it. This story kept me guessing. I thought I knew who the bad guy or gal was more than once and I was wrong. I love when a story does that.
January 22, 2020
Helping an Old Friend
This was a humdinger! The storyline was crazy, twists and turns. The characters were fascinating and had me unaware of who really committed the theft. I found it thrilling.
This was a humdinger! The storyline was crazy, twists and turns. The characters were fascinating and had me unaware of who really committed the theft. I found it thrilling.
February 27, 2020
Even more exciting!
Miranda and Parker are in London searching for the lost Mark Anthony dagger. Parker and Miranda get into worse scrapes. They have an epiphany. When we think there won't be a happy ending, there it is.
Miranda and Parker are in London searching for the lost Mark Anthony dagger. Parker and Miranda get into worse scrapes. They have an epiphany. When we think there won't be a happy ending, there it is.
March 11, 2020
Excitement in the Museum
Traveling to London sounds like a nice, but boring special case for one of Parker's old friends. An ancient dagger disappears and must be recovered. This adventure turns out to be anything but boring.
Traveling to London sounds like a nice, but boring special case for one of Parker's old friends. An ancient dagger disappears and must be recovered. This adventure turns out to be anything but boring.
April 18, 2020
Fantastic Read.
She through in so many different clues that you were led in in circles. First you went in direction thinking you had solved it.Then, you realise you were way off
base. The end was a real shock. I never saw it coming.
She through in so many different clues that you were led in in circles. First you went in direction thinking you had solved it.Then, you realise you were way off
base. The end was a real shock. I never saw it coming.
May 11, 2020
Awesome read...
Each Miranda and Parker Mystery Book is better than the last one and that was excellent!! Can hardly wait to find out what happens next. I love this couple. Thank you, Ms. Lanier, for sharing your talent with us readers.
Each Miranda and Parker Mystery Book is better than the last one and that was excellent!! Can hardly wait to find out what happens next. I love this couple. Thank you, Ms. Lanier, for sharing your talent with us readers.
July 14, 2020
Very good series
My husband and I are enjoying reading this series! The first 5 and now the next... love the suspense, romance and their being able to work together. Lots of twists and turns,
My husband and I are enjoying reading this series! The first 5 and now the next... love the suspense, romance and their being able to work together. Lots of twists and turns,
August 28, 2020
I'm really frustrated with the hero and heroine. They keep saying they will do better then they do the same thing. It's beyond annoying. Other than that, this one was really interesting, and I enjoyed the story a lot.
April 17, 2021
Missing Antiquity
Miranda and Parker travel to England to help a family friend. Many twists and turns to finding the missing dagger. A close call for Parker and an eye opening for Miranda.
Miranda and Parker travel to England to help a family friend. Many twists and turns to finding the missing dagger. A close call for Parker and an eye opening for Miranda.
June 8, 2021
I enjoyed the book immensely especially since there is little to no cursing. I’m no prude but cursing and f bombs every other word is not necessary to make a book good. I’m off to read the next in the series. Clowns and Cowboys.
July 25, 2021
I am learning from your expertise.
I enjoy the way you build your plot, with consistent characters and short pieces of backstory threaded into the plot. I also like the country and areas included in the story.
I enjoy the way you build your plot, with consistent characters and short pieces of backstory threaded into the plot. I also like the country and areas included in the story.
November 28, 2021
A fast-paced read!
As always, Linsey Lanier did not disappoint. Heart Wounds kept me glued and unable to put this down. Another great Miranda and Parker mystery solved. Looking forward to reading the next one!
As always, Linsey Lanier did not disappoint. Heart Wounds kept me glued and unable to put this down. Another great Miranda and Parker mystery solved. Looking forward to reading the next one!
February 21, 2022
Heart Wounds
Great book number two In this series with Miranda and Parker and the many twists and turns it took to find the end result. This is my review and mine alone. Norma Gorrill
Great book number two In this series with Miranda and Parker and the many twists and turns it took to find the end result. This is my review and mine alone. Norma Gorrill
January 30, 2023
Another great mystery
A lot of twists and turns (as in Book 1).
I have enjoyed getting to know Miranda and Parker’s story more and the different characters. It kept me guessing until the very end!
A lot of twists and turns (as in Book 1).
I have enjoyed getting to know Miranda and Parker’s story more and the different characters. It kept me guessing until the very end!
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