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Blood Rules
Minocqua, Wisconsin, is a nature lover’s paradise and a tourist hot spot. But when the bodies of two unidentified men are found nailed to trees in the national forest, the town’s residents are paralyzed in fear.
FBI Agent Jade Monroe and company are sent north to work the case, and shortly after they arrive, a local man tells them an incredible story of being beaten and held captive by an unknown couple. His life was saved by a mystery man who then disappeared into the night. While investigating the man’s claim, the police chief and two of his officers are gunned down in cold blood.
Is a thrill-killing couple wandering the streets of Minocqua, or did they kill simply because they’re exacting some personal justice against the town?
A chase through Wisconsin begins, but the mystery man is one step ahead of the FBI. He and the agents both have an agenda, but who will reach the killers first?
Editorial Review
“When two bodies are found nailed to trees in a national forest in Wisconsin, FBI Agent Jade Monroe and her team are assigned to the case. Before they can view the sites with the local police chief, though, he and two officers are ambushed and gunned down. The agents discover some strange connections between the local murders and their case. This thriller has a terrific sense of place and a clever plot, making it one of Sutter’s best yet.” Angela M., Line Editor, Red Adept Editing
FBI Agent Jade Monroe Live or Die Series books are listed in chronological order below
#1 Blood in the Bayou
#2 Blood Trail
#3 Blood Reckoning
#4 Blood Legacy
#5 Blood Equity
#6 Blood Stream
#7 Blood Rules
FBI Agent Jade Monroe and company are sent north to work the case, and shortly after they arrive, a local man tells them an incredible story of being beaten and held captive by an unknown couple. His life was saved by a mystery man who then disappeared into the night. While investigating the man’s claim, the police chief and two of his officers are gunned down in cold blood.
Is a thrill-killing couple wandering the streets of Minocqua, or did they kill simply because they’re exacting some personal justice against the town?
A chase through Wisconsin begins, but the mystery man is one step ahead of the FBI. He and the agents both have an agenda, but who will reach the killers first?
Editorial Review
“When two bodies are found nailed to trees in a national forest in Wisconsin, FBI Agent Jade Monroe and her team are assigned to the case. Before they can view the sites with the local police chief, though, he and two officers are ambushed and gunned down. The agents discover some strange connections between the local murders and their case. This thriller has a terrific sense of place and a clever plot, making it one of Sutter’s best yet.” Angela M., Line Editor, Red Adept Editing
FBI Agent Jade Monroe Live or Die Series books are listed in chronological order below
#1 Blood in the Bayou
#2 Blood Trail
#3 Blood Reckoning
#4 Blood Legacy
#5 Blood Equity
#6 Blood Stream
#7 Blood Rules
231 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 17, 2023
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About the author
C.M. Sutter
51 books299 followersC.M. Sutter was born in San Jose, California and split time between the sunny California coast and Milwaukee, Wisconsin. As a senior in high school, she chose Wisconsin as her permanent address. After many years in the Badger State, she decided on a warmer year-round climate to call home and moved south.
Years of progression took her from working in large companies, to twelve years as a massage therapist, and finally, owning a corporation. She has been self-employed for over twenty years.
Ms. Sutter has been writing and self-publishing since 2014 with eleven titles published in a different genre. Because of her deep interest in crime and thriller novels, she took up writing in the police procedural/crime thriller genre in 2016.
Years of progression took her from working in large companies, to twelve years as a massage therapist, and finally, owning a corporation. She has been self-employed for over twenty years.
Ms. Sutter has been writing and self-publishing since 2014 with eleven titles published in a different genre. Because of her deep interest in crime and thriller novels, she took up writing in the police procedural/crime thriller genre in 2016.
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Displaying 1 - 15 of 15 reviews
February 7, 2023
Love this series!
When two bodies are found nailed to trees, FBI Agent Jade Monroe and her team are called in to find the killer. Then two men are kidnapped by a couple but manage to escape. One alerts authorities while the other disappears into the night. Are these two cases connected, or are they looking for two separate offenders? Don't miss this gripping book!
When two bodies are found nailed to trees, FBI Agent Jade Monroe and her team are called in to find the killer. Then two men are kidnapped by a couple but manage to escape. One alerts authorities while the other disappears into the night. Are these two cases connected, or are they looking for two separate offenders? Don't miss this gripping book!
January 25, 2023
Excellent Book
I could not wait for cheryls book to come out and it was well worth the wait this book is a ten star book I could not put it down I highly recommend this book to everyone and all of her other books Dorothy Schaefer
I could not wait for cheryls book to come out and it was well worth the wait this book is a ten star book I could not put it down I highly recommend this book to everyone and all of her other books Dorothy Schaefer
October 2, 2023
I loved it!
As always Jade stories are exciting and well told. This one was particularly bloody. The character of Robert was well developed and the relation twist at they end, I did not see coming. Can't wait for another!
As always Jade stories are exciting and well told. This one was particularly bloody. The character of Robert was well developed and the relation twist at they end, I did not see coming. Can't wait for another!
October 1, 2024
Good story line
Still a different backstory for the suspect. This is book 7 and each book has had a different "villain" and that in itself is pretty remarkable. Now on to the next one and see who will we meet there.
Still a different backstory for the suspect. This is book 7 and each book has had a different "villain" and that in itself is pretty remarkable. Now on to the next one and see who will we meet there.
August 14, 2025
great read
I have to say this one has been the best so far, I was at a loss at first, then it all made sense. This was my first time, I ever read a story where there are 2 killers at the same time with different reasons for killing. I totally enjoyed this book.
I have to say this one has been the best so far, I was at a loss at first, then it all made sense. This was my first time, I ever read a story where there are 2 killers at the same time with different reasons for killing. I totally enjoyed this book.
September 30, 2025
Book 7
Another good read. This series grabs you right from page one. Once I start reading it, I have to finish it. Never would have guessed the ending of this one. Always a shocker. Read the series people. Fantastic
Another good read. This series grabs you right from page one. Once I start reading it, I have to finish it. Never would have guessed the ending of this one. Always a shocker. Read the series people. Fantastic
January 26, 2023
Outstanding
Yes, another awesome book in the Agent Jade Monroe Live or Die series. I couldn't put it down. I hope there will be more of this series.
Yes, another awesome book in the Agent Jade Monroe Live or Die series. I couldn't put it down. I hope there will be more of this series.
February 8, 2023
Phenomenal Book
This book should be a movie. So much suspense. The author C M Sutter is now my favorite author. Keep writing those awesome suspense thrillers.
This book should be a movie. So much suspense. The author C M Sutter is now my favorite author. Keep writing those awesome suspense thrillers.
March 7, 2023
Love her books
Love her books. I highly recommend all her series. She is extremely talented and hard to put down once I start a book.
Love her books. I highly recommend all her series. She is extremely talented and hard to put down once I start a book.
July 11, 2023
Action packed
I liked how it made me not want to stop reading! The Jade series has not let me down ever.
I liked how it made me not want to stop reading! The Jade series has not let me down ever.
January 17, 2024
Best book of the series
This book was hard to put down. Which killer or killer's would win? This was a great concept! The writer had me wondering right up to the end.
This book was hard to put down. Which killer or killer's would win? This was a great concept! The writer had me wondering right up to the end.
May 24, 2024
Awesomely scary
Well orchestrated, moves along rapidly. Incredibly realistic, all characters defined with personalities, some realistically frightening. Good story, extremely well done!
Well orchestrated, moves along rapidly. Incredibly realistic, all characters defined with personalities, some realistically frightening. Good story, extremely well done!
January 11, 2025
Protect our land
Good read. Very busy read. Had a hard time putting it down. Another great my
One by C.M. Sutter. Highly recommend
Good read. Very busy read. Had a hard time putting it down. Another great my
One by C.M. Sutter. Highly recommend
August 14, 2025
Blood rules
This book did not disappoint, it is just as engaging as the ones before it. I am enjoying this series.
This book did not disappoint, it is just as engaging as the ones before it. I am enjoying this series.
November 7, 2025
Good book, a real page turner.
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