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State of Play
While on a working vacation in Jamaica, Detective Virgil Jones receives word of a horrific crime perpetrated by someone that the Drug Enforcement Agency and the Major Crimes Unit thought they had locked away for life. But when that person escapes custody, it sets off a chain of events that no one could have ever predicted. And in the midst of it all, one detective with the MCU will suffer a devastating loss that will change his life forever...
From the streets of Indianapolis and Chicago to the small island town of Lucea, Jamaica, Virgil Jones and the MCU do everything in their power to capture a group of criminals who hold little, if any, regard for human life. In doing so, they discover a killer hiding in plain sight, one who helps set the stage for Virgil and his team as they make their final play.
State of Play is the stunning 16th Mystery Thriller novel in the ongoing Virgil Jones series...one that continues to leave readers breathless and begging for more. If you like books with action, adventure, rebellion, thrills, chills, laugh-out-loud humor, and characters you'll want to stand and cheer for, look no further because Virgil Jones is original crime fiction at its finest...a captivating mystery thriller series that will stay with you long after you turn the last page.
From the streets of Indianapolis and Chicago to the small island town of Lucea, Jamaica, Virgil Jones and the MCU do everything in their power to capture a group of criminals who hold little, if any, regard for human life. In doing so, they discover a killer hiding in plain sight, one who helps set the stage for Virgil and his team as they make their final play.
State of Play is the stunning 16th Mystery Thriller novel in the ongoing Virgil Jones series...one that continues to leave readers breathless and begging for more. If you like books with action, adventure, rebellion, thrills, chills, laugh-out-loud humor, and characters you'll want to stand and cheer for, look no further because Virgil Jones is original crime fiction at its finest...a captivating mystery thriller series that will stay with you long after you turn the last page.
402 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 19, 2022
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December 21, 2022
An amazing series
There is one thing that I really hate about this series, when the book that I'm reading ends. I have been hooked on this series since the first book, and I couldn't read them fast enough. Unfortunately, now I have to wait for each new release, but they're all well worth it!
I absolutely love this series, the characters, humor, crazy antics, drama, mysteries, suspense, and the way that the characters have built an unconventional family that's always there for one another. It's certainly a must read for those who love the mystery/thriller genre.
I really hope that there will be many, many more stories in the series!!
I would definitely recommend this book, series, and exceptional author.
There is one thing that I really hate about this series, when the book that I'm reading ends. I have been hooked on this series since the first book, and I couldn't read them fast enough. Unfortunately, now I have to wait for each new release, but they're all well worth it!
I absolutely love this series, the characters, humor, crazy antics, drama, mysteries, suspense, and the way that the characters have built an unconventional family that's always there for one another. It's certainly a must read for those who love the mystery/thriller genre.
I really hope that there will be many, many more stories in the series!!
I would definitely recommend this book, series, and exceptional author.
September 8, 2023
You really need to read this one !!
Whenever I read any book (but especially Thomas Scott's series of books entitled State Of........), I end up immersed in the story and push aside all else that I am thinking about at the time. I find myself drawn into the 'story' and am trying to 'solve' the puzzle using the 'clues' that are there.
I've gotten myself entangled in this series and am now wondering what happens when I finish with the next two books (I'll start #17 next & then #18 after that) and what then, Thomas Scott ?? Can you answer that for me ??
Regardless, I'm about to start the next one !! I recommend to ALL to read T.S.'s State Of Play book next, you will really enjoy it !!
Whenever I read any book (but especially Thomas Scott's series of books entitled State Of........), I end up immersed in the story and push aside all else that I am thinking about at the time. I find myself drawn into the 'story' and am trying to 'solve' the puzzle using the 'clues' that are there.
I've gotten myself entangled in this series and am now wondering what happens when I finish with the next two books (I'll start #17 next & then #18 after that) and what then, Thomas Scott ?? Can you answer that for me ??
Regardless, I'm about to start the next one !! I recommend to ALL to read T.S.'s State Of Play book next, you will really enjoy it !!
February 2, 2023
Another Great Virgil Jones Novel
This is a good mix of Jamaica and Indiana settings and an interesting mystery plus some character changes. Like the other books of the series Scott lays out the plot/story with foreshadowing and plenty of misdirection then the action and suspense take off the BANG! you're at the end.
Another good story with Murt and Virgil plus the growing cast of characters at the MCU and the homestead where Mason Jones Cross sits by the pond.
If you like action mysteries mixed with tech and plenty of family and friends then you need to read this book.
This is a good mix of Jamaica and Indiana settings and an interesting mystery plus some character changes. Like the other books of the series Scott lays out the plot/story with foreshadowing and plenty of misdirection then the action and suspense take off the BANG! you're at the end.
Another good story with Murt and Virgil plus the growing cast of characters at the MCU and the homestead where Mason Jones Cross sits by the pond.
If you like action mysteries mixed with tech and plenty of family and friends then you need to read this book.
December 23, 2022
could not put it down till I was finished
I really like the characters in the Virgil Jones series and how he’s made them all a “family”.
I always find myself wondering what information I’m missing when I see the story unfolding. I know there is going to some kind of plot twist or unexpected event that takes the story to a whole new level.
I really like the characters in the Virgil Jones series and how he’s made them all a “family”.
I always find myself wondering what information I’m missing when I see the story unfolding. I know there is going to some kind of plot twist or unexpected event that takes the story to a whole new level.
December 27, 2022
Another great read!
Once again Virgil and his trusty side kicks kick some criminal butt!
I hated that someone special died, but like always they will get through the tragedy together..
Lots of twists as usual, but everything came together at the
end.
Once again Virgil and his trusty side kicks kick some criminal butt!
I hated that someone special died, but like always they will get through the tragedy together..
Lots of twists as usual, but everything came together at the
end.
April 11, 2023
Thomas Scott excels on the ability to link series’s to each other. Play continues the saga of Virgil and his adventures as a director of crime in Indiana. Lots of action , twists and turns. Greed read.
June 25, 2023
Always, always a great read!
I have read all of the Virgil Jones books up to this one. Will be reading the next two this week. I love these books! Fun and great stories. If you haven't read this series start now! You'll be glad you did!!
I have read all of the Virgil Jones books up to this one. Will be reading the next two this week. I love these books! Fun and great stories. If you haven't read this series start now! You'll be glad you did!!
November 8, 2024
OMG! 75 PAGES IN AND I'M JUST SICK OF EVERYTHING THAT HAS HAPPENED. TALKING OUT LOUD TO MY KINDLE. WELL, I GOT THROUGH THE GOOD AND BAD AGAIN. I REALLY HATE THE BAD BUT ITS PART OF LIFE. I DO LOVE THIS SERIES. ;D
February 13, 2025
Read them all...
Start with the first book in the series and don't stop. They just get better as you get to know the players. Stanford's Lucas Davenport has nothing on Virgil Jones.
On the the next book....
Start with the first book in the series and don't stop. They just get better as you get to know the players. Stanford's Lucas Davenport has nothing on Virgil Jones.
On the the next book....
February 2, 2023
Another winner
Virgil and his team succeed again, with the Popes' and Wu making a strong play. Can't wait to see how Virgil deals with Gov Sandy 😀
Virgil and his team succeed again, with the Popes' and Wu making a strong play. Can't wait to see how Virgil deals with Gov Sandy 😀
March 1, 2023
Love this series
I really enjoy this series. I love the characters. The storyline gets better and better. Can’t wait for the new installment.
I really enjoy this series. I love the characters. The storyline gets better and better. Can’t wait for the new installment.
March 3, 2023
Good Story
Can't say too much without giving up parts of the story. Sad parts, happy parts and parts to look forward to. Waiting for the next in the series.
Can't say too much without giving up parts of the story. Sad parts, happy parts and parts to look forward to. Waiting for the next in the series.
June 28, 2023
Outstanding….great storyline
August 14, 2024
Another great Virgil and crew story. Interesting, humorous and fast moving!
August 24, 2024
Great Book
I love all of Virgil Jone's mysteries! I would recommend it to anyone that enjoys these type of mysteries with lots of ex citizens and happy endings.
I love all of Virgil Jone's mysteries! I would recommend it to anyone that enjoys these type of mysteries with lots of ex citizens and happy endings.
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November 18, 2024very easy read with likeable characters and interesting story
February 25, 2025
play we all do it
Great interesting read I love the characters I laugh cry and indulge in my favorite thoughts! I can’t wait for 17.
Great interesting read I love the characters I laugh cry and indulge in my favorite thoughts! I can’t wait for 17.
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