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Spoilt
Passion turns to envy. Love to murder. One way or another, everyone is spoilt. A sadistic killer is stalking the streets, carving his hatred into the bodies of beautiful, young women. The murders are stirring up bad memories for Detective Lucas Huson, as he struggles to remain focused - juggling the horrors of today with horrors from the past. When Chelsea Summerville's best friend goes missing, she's unwillingly dragged into the race to stop the killer. As Lucas and Chelsea find happiness together, Chelsea becomes the hunted rather than the hunter. Can Lucas shake off his demons and save the woman he loves, or will everything he holds dear be spoilt?
332 pages, Paperback
First published July 31, 2010
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February 11, 2022
2.5 stars rounded up to 3
Passion turns to envy. Love to murder. One way or another, everyone is spoilt. A sadistic killer is stalking the streets, carving his hatred into the bodies of beautiful young women. The murders are stirring up bad memories for Detective Lucas Hudson, as he struggles to remain focused - juggling the horrors of today with horrors from the past. When Chelsea Summerville's best friend goes missing, she's unwillingly dragged into the race to stop the killer. As Lucas and Chelsea find happiness together, Chelsea becomes the hunted rather than the hunter.
Detective Lucas Hudson has demons from when he was a teenager. The characters were a bit one dimensional. There's suspense, romance, laughter, but after the killer is revealed, we get chapters about Lucas and Chelsea's relationship!!
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Passion turns to envy. Love to murder. One way or another, everyone is spoilt. A sadistic killer is stalking the streets, carving his hatred into the bodies of beautiful young women. The murders are stirring up bad memories for Detective Lucas Hudson, as he struggles to remain focused - juggling the horrors of today with horrors from the past. When Chelsea Summerville's best friend goes missing, she's unwillingly dragged into the race to stop the killer. As Lucas and Chelsea find happiness together, Chelsea becomes the hunted rather than the hunter.
Detective Lucas Hudson has demons from when he was a teenager. The characters were a bit one dimensional. There's suspense, romance, laughter, but after the killer is revealed, we get chapters about Lucas and Chelsea's relationship!!
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June 22, 2011
This book had the word 'spoilt' in it entirely too many times. Does anybody ever actually use that spelling anymore?
As the story started, it gave the impression that it was going to be a crime fiction type novel, with cops trying to find a serial killer and all that. Good stuff. And it was that, too; unfortunately it was overwhelmed by a heavy dose of romance novel. Hmm. Despite that, I still liked the novel enough and enjoyed reading it.
Except for when they were being dumb, I really liked the main characters. I don't blame Chelsea for falling for Lucas; I kind of want him myself. Charlotte was fun, if a bit much, but not unrealistic as a character. For once I don't really have much to say about the characters, except that I liked them. Well, at least for the first 75% of the story. Towards the end there was too much stupid-romantic-novel-angst and I rather wanted to just smack Lucas upside the head. The author made an attempt at giving him a deep background (Chelsea, too) as a way of making their angsting justifiable and, really, did a good job compared to many, but they were still stupid.
The thing that I might say I liked least about this novel was the occasional bits from the thoughts of the serial killer. They were very unnecessary in my opinion, just really cheesy without adding anything at all to the story. If anything they felt like a very clumsy way of invoking suspense. The times when such viewpoints arose were the times that I felt myself most kicked out of the story.
Well, and the times when Lucas suddenly started "devouring [Chelsea's] mouth." That is like the least romantic expression for making out I can think of right now, though this author liked it. I tried to accept the fact that it was a romance, but the situation between Lucas and Chelsea was pushing on my abilities to accept inappropriate relationships. And the fact that they had sex at least two times a day starting two days after meeting each other was a bit much.
If the author had just stayed with this novel being about the cops trying to find the killer and all that that entailed and had refrained from shoving the relationship into it, or at least slowed it down to something more believable, (and refrained from the killer's POV bits) I think it might have been a really good - if somewhat shorter - story. Good characters (without the angst), an enjoyably contrived murder mystery deal and overall involving writing made for an enjoyable read.
As the story started, it gave the impression that it was going to be a crime fiction type novel, with cops trying to find a serial killer and all that. Good stuff. And it was that, too; unfortunately it was overwhelmed by a heavy dose of romance novel. Hmm. Despite that, I still liked the novel enough and enjoyed reading it.
Except for when they were being dumb, I really liked the main characters. I don't blame Chelsea for falling for Lucas; I kind of want him myself. Charlotte was fun, if a bit much, but not unrealistic as a character. For once I don't really have much to say about the characters, except that I liked them. Well, at least for the first 75% of the story. Towards the end there was too much stupid-romantic-novel-angst and I rather wanted to just smack Lucas upside the head. The author made an attempt at giving him a deep background (Chelsea, too) as a way of making their angsting justifiable and, really, did a good job compared to many, but they were still stupid.
The thing that I might say I liked least about this novel was the occasional bits from the thoughts of the serial killer. They were very unnecessary in my opinion, just really cheesy without adding anything at all to the story. If anything they felt like a very clumsy way of invoking suspense. The times when such viewpoints arose were the times that I felt myself most kicked out of the story.
Well, and the times when Lucas suddenly started "devouring [Chelsea's] mouth." That is like the least romantic expression for making out I can think of right now, though this author liked it. I tried to accept the fact that it was a romance, but the situation between Lucas and Chelsea was pushing on my abilities to accept inappropriate relationships. And the fact that they had sex at least two times a day starting two days after meeting each other was a bit much.
If the author had just stayed with this novel being about the cops trying to find the killer and all that that entailed and had refrained from shoving the relationship into it, or at least slowed it down to something more believable, (and refrained from the killer's POV bits) I think it might have been a really good - if somewhat shorter - story. Good characters (without the angst), an enjoyably contrived murder mystery deal and overall involving writing made for an enjoyable read.
March 16, 2011
The book kept me glued, the story was quick and from the start it felt like I was watching an episode of “Law and Order SUV” – well, not exactly up to the mark but still. The story was not new but it definitely made me look forward to the conclusion and the identity of the killer.
The characters were just there. Some of their reactions and situations were downright disappointing; like Chelsea falling in love within a week with the cop even after knowing that her roommate had been murdered and that she was the main target. Lucas was annoying.. Oh, yes he was. One moment he has the “love at first sight” bug, then he is rude, then he is madly in love and becomes a protective lover; but then again he wants to leave her. I wanted to just shake him up and give him a piece of my mind. Hello! I mean really…
“Spoilt” would have been a better read if more attention was paid to the characters. I also fail to understand why there were so many chapters about Lucas and Chelsea’s relationship after the murderer was killed…I just wanted to get it over with as the motive was so unjustifiable.
The characters were just there. Some of their reactions and situations were downright disappointing; like Chelsea falling in love within a week with the cop even after knowing that her roommate had been murdered and that she was the main target. Lucas was annoying.. Oh, yes he was. One moment he has the “love at first sight” bug, then he is rude, then he is madly in love and becomes a protective lover; but then again he wants to leave her. I wanted to just shake him up and give him a piece of my mind. Hello! I mean really…
“Spoilt” would have been a better read if more attention was paid to the characters. I also fail to understand why there were so many chapters about Lucas and Chelsea’s relationship after the murderer was killed…I just wanted to get it over with as the motive was so unjustifiable.
March 6, 2011
I was pleasantly surprised for a free Kindle book. It covered all bases with romance, mystery, suspense, drama....all the things that make for a good book. Most of the time I can usually figure out the "who-done-it" way before the end. This one kept me guessing and was a total surprise when revealed. This one kept me on the edge of my seat and I could not put it down. I love books like this but the housework does not, as nothing got done while I was reading.
I would definitely recommended this book to any and all who want a good suspenseful read.
I would definitely recommended this book to any and all who want a good suspenseful read.
August 8, 2010
I first read this book when I became friends with Jo over at the Authomony site and I must say it had me hooked from the beginning. The relationship between Lucas and Chelsea builds from the start of the novel until she is almost a victim of the killer herself and this plot line is well supported by the serial killer angle.
Like romance? You'll love it!
Like thrillers? You wont be able to put it down.
I cant wait to get my print copy of Spoilt and read it all over again!
Like romance? You'll love it!
Like thrillers? You wont be able to put it down.
I cant wait to get my print copy of Spoilt and read it all over again!
February 14, 2021
Oh dear....! An ok-ish serial killer mystery that took up about 10-15% of this book. The rest was was a horrendous romance that was so over the top and unrealistically written that even Barbara Cartland would have burned it for being far, far too much.
I hate giving bad reviews or ratings if I can help it, I certainly couldn't write a book myself and I don't pretend to be qualified to judge those that have. But, as a reader, sometimes I can't help but open the floodgates to the reality.
It can be a necessary part of the story, the fleshing out of the characters, to throw a pinch of love and lust into the mix. I appreciate the need for something to humanise the main players outside of the usual back-stories that are common in these types of books. There is always a tragedy lurking in the background that circles back to the current crime/criminal or detective/victim etc but this was almost comically overplayed. The writing itself was awkward and the mood swings suffered by the central characters made me think they were more sociopathic than romantic, everything was either a full-on sulk or temper tantrum or suddenly, out of nowhere, the schmaltziest, ham-fisted romance I've ever read.
As I said, bad reviews don't normally sit well with me but in this case I just can't help it. It almost feels like I need to cleanse myself after reading this. Now.....To find myself something a little less aggravating to read!
I hate giving bad reviews or ratings if I can help it, I certainly couldn't write a book myself and I don't pretend to be qualified to judge those that have. But, as a reader, sometimes I can't help but open the floodgates to the reality.
It can be a necessary part of the story, the fleshing out of the characters, to throw a pinch of love and lust into the mix. I appreciate the need for something to humanise the main players outside of the usual back-stories that are common in these types of books. There is always a tragedy lurking in the background that circles back to the current crime/criminal or detective/victim etc but this was almost comically overplayed. The writing itself was awkward and the mood swings suffered by the central characters made me think they were more sociopathic than romantic, everything was either a full-on sulk or temper tantrum or suddenly, out of nowhere, the schmaltziest, ham-fisted romance I've ever read.
As I said, bad reviews don't normally sit well with me but in this case I just can't help it. It almost feels like I need to cleanse myself after reading this. Now.....To find myself something a little less aggravating to read!
December 29, 2017
Bu kitabı kitapevindeki görevli bir bayan önermişti. Okuyuculardan gelen yorumlar çok iyi diye. Ben de merak edip 4-5 günde okudum. Çok akıcıydı. Çok heyecanlıydı. Herkese tavsiye ederim...
June 16, 2021
Detective, murder, romance. Felt like yelling at all characters for poor detective work, stupidity, naiveness,
August 23, 2011
Well, when I finished the book I thought gee, I’d like to read more about Chelsea and Lucas.
This book is two things, a love story and a crime novel. Make sense? Read it and you’ll know what I’m talking about. I honestly can’t decide if the book was more about love or more about crime and so I’ll play it safe and say it was 50/50. Which aspect did I like most you might ask – both and equally so. Joanne Ellis has done a great job of producing a page-turning book which meshes the two together quite nicely.
Okay, romance first. Both Chelsea and Lucas have had things happen in their past which, undoubtedly, could always affect future relationships. Perhaps it is precisely this which could make them a good fit. I liked both characters and just wanted them to get their groove on already. I wanted Lucas to be Chelsea’s knight in shining armour. I didn’t want horrible things like murders to get in their way. I didn’t want Lucas to have to be worried for Chelsea. I didn’t want Chelsea to need protecting. I say I didn’t want these things but I mean that in the way that I wanted Chelsea and Lucas to fall in love and for that love to blossom without the scent of badness, craziness and horribleness tainting it. In the end I’m glad it did include these things as it made Spoilt all the more better. Not only did I have a romance to read, couple that with a thriller and I was left with a book which didn’t want to be placed down on a bench for any length of time.
Now, on to the crime side of things. First up, I thought I knew who the killer was. I had made all the arguments for and against this person in my head and I thought I was pretty smart. I don’t think I’m giving anything away here by letting you all know that I am obviously not as smart as I thought I was. I loved this about Spoilt. I don’t particularly like it when I’m reading a book and have already guessed the ending by the start of the third chapter. As for the murders, they’re not exactly of the nice kind (if there is such a thing) but they definitely show what must be Joanne’s good imagination. There’s no way I would ever want to be by myself if I were a female character in Spoilt.
All in all, a good quick read which kept me interested until the end and beyond.
My thanks to Joanne for providing me with a copy of Spoilt– thanks, Joanne!
Check out Joanne’s author profile by clicking the link below:
http://mandythebookworm.wordpress.com...
This book is two things, a love story and a crime novel. Make sense? Read it and you’ll know what I’m talking about. I honestly can’t decide if the book was more about love or more about crime and so I’ll play it safe and say it was 50/50. Which aspect did I like most you might ask – both and equally so. Joanne Ellis has done a great job of producing a page-turning book which meshes the two together quite nicely.
Okay, romance first. Both Chelsea and Lucas have had things happen in their past which, undoubtedly, could always affect future relationships. Perhaps it is precisely this which could make them a good fit. I liked both characters and just wanted them to get their groove on already. I wanted Lucas to be Chelsea’s knight in shining armour. I didn’t want horrible things like murders to get in their way. I didn’t want Lucas to have to be worried for Chelsea. I didn’t want Chelsea to need protecting. I say I didn’t want these things but I mean that in the way that I wanted Chelsea and Lucas to fall in love and for that love to blossom without the scent of badness, craziness and horribleness tainting it. In the end I’m glad it did include these things as it made Spoilt all the more better. Not only did I have a romance to read, couple that with a thriller and I was left with a book which didn’t want to be placed down on a bench for any length of time.
Now, on to the crime side of things. First up, I thought I knew who the killer was. I had made all the arguments for and against this person in my head and I thought I was pretty smart. I don’t think I’m giving anything away here by letting you all know that I am obviously not as smart as I thought I was. I loved this about Spoilt. I don’t particularly like it when I’m reading a book and have already guessed the ending by the start of the third chapter. As for the murders, they’re not exactly of the nice kind (if there is such a thing) but they definitely show what must be Joanne’s good imagination. There’s no way I would ever want to be by myself if I were a female character in Spoilt.
All in all, a good quick read which kept me interested until the end and beyond.
My thanks to Joanne for providing me with a copy of Spoilt– thanks, Joanne!
Check out Joanne’s author profile by clicking the link below:
http://mandythebookworm.wordpress.com...
March 11, 2011
The idea behind the plot of this book was intriguing and interesting enough for me to start this book, but when the author revealed the killer and his motive, I was extremely disappointed. She really dropped the ball on the ending.
The premise of Spoilt is that a killer is carving his 'Spoilt Bitch" into the bodies of beautiful, young women, all of whom resemble rich (but not so spoilt) Chelsea Summerville. The murders bother Detective Lucas Hudson because they remind him of the murder of his parents 18 years earlier. Luca meets Chelsea, they fall for each other, but of course Chelsea is nabbed by the killer and Lucas has to try to save her. Lucas had a few too many issues for me; the whole "cop's past haunts him and that's why he became a cop" is a little too Law and Order. Chelsea was very perfect; maybe it would have been more interesting if she was a bit spoilt or bratty. I enjoyed learning/meeting Chelsea's family, especially her sister and mom.
The book was a page-turner until the author revealed the killer. Then I barely wanted to finish it. The reasoning behind the killer's desire to kill Chelsea...I thought it was dumb. Obviously it's not who the reader thinks it is (book can't be that transparent), but the author could have tried harder with the ending. And then Lucas finally figures things out; after pages of him being tormented and down in the dumps and having no direction, one day he wakes up and everything is all better. Just all a bit too forced and contrived.
The premise of Spoilt is that a killer is carving his 'Spoilt Bitch" into the bodies of beautiful, young women, all of whom resemble rich (but not so spoilt) Chelsea Summerville. The murders bother Detective Lucas Hudson because they remind him of the murder of his parents 18 years earlier. Luca meets Chelsea, they fall for each other, but of course Chelsea is nabbed by the killer and Lucas has to try to save her. Lucas had a few too many issues for me; the whole "cop's past haunts him and that's why he became a cop" is a little too Law and Order. Chelsea was very perfect; maybe it would have been more interesting if she was a bit spoilt or bratty. I enjoyed learning/meeting Chelsea's family, especially her sister and mom.
The book was a page-turner until the author revealed the killer. Then I barely wanted to finish it. The reasoning behind the killer's desire to kill Chelsea...I thought it was dumb. Obviously it's not who the reader thinks it is (book can't be that transparent), but the author could have tried harder with the ending. And then Lucas finally figures things out; after pages of him being tormented and down in the dumps and having no direction, one day he wakes up and everything is all better. Just all a bit too forced and contrived.
August 17, 2010
Detective Lucas Hunson has been struggling with a strange case, one that reminds him of something personal. A serial killer is on the loose and is carving a word into the bodies of the women he kills and it’s Lucas’ job to find this killer before he kills again or Lucas looses the tight control he has on his emotions.
Chelsea Summerville’s best friend ends up missing and she is dragged into the killers world, because she may be his intended target even if she doesn’t know why. During all of this, Chelsea and Lucas can’t deny their attraction to each other. It’s an attraction that may get Lucas fired if he doesn’t keep his head in the game.
Spoilt is one helluva ride, filled with twists & turns. I had no clue what was going to happen & for me that is one of the big requirements I have with a thriller. I hate when I can spot who the bad guy is from the beginning and Joanne Ellis totally messed with my head in that respect.
I really enjoyed Spoilt, it was one of those books you couldn’t put down because you had to know who the killer was and why. Part romance and part thriller, it was just made of awesome. My only issue is it seemed to drag a little bit with the drama between Lucas and Chelsea, it wasn’t very realistic to me. If something happened to me and the man I was dating freaked about it, I don’t think I would be so forgiving.
If you want something action packed that will mess with your head a bit, grab a copy of Spoilt.
Chelsea Summerville’s best friend ends up missing and she is dragged into the killers world, because she may be his intended target even if she doesn’t know why. During all of this, Chelsea and Lucas can’t deny their attraction to each other. It’s an attraction that may get Lucas fired if he doesn’t keep his head in the game.
Spoilt is one helluva ride, filled with twists & turns. I had no clue what was going to happen & for me that is one of the big requirements I have with a thriller. I hate when I can spot who the bad guy is from the beginning and Joanne Ellis totally messed with my head in that respect.
I really enjoyed Spoilt, it was one of those books you couldn’t put down because you had to know who the killer was and why. Part romance and part thriller, it was just made of awesome. My only issue is it seemed to drag a little bit with the drama between Lucas and Chelsea, it wasn’t very realistic to me. If something happened to me and the man I was dating freaked about it, I don’t think I would be so forgiving.
If you want something action packed that will mess with your head a bit, grab a copy of Spoilt.
December 15, 2010
'Spoilt' is a romantic slasher-thriller where a crazed maniac is abducting, torturing and killing girls all, seemingly, as a warm-up to abduct and carve up Chelsea whose boyfriend walked out on her without explanation a year beforehand. The romance hots up between Lucas and Chelsea, then ....
You don't see many chick-lit crime procedurals around - a bit cross-genre - but this is certainly one, and a fun one at that, with a twisty ending borrowed from a classic romantic plot. I suppose that is the fun of miscegenation - you can plug and play with the conventions of both genres as the moment takes you.
This is not one for the literati, but it swings along with much pleasure, and a little pain, and the lead characters are endearing and well-suited.
You don't see many chick-lit crime procedurals around - a bit cross-genre - but this is certainly one, and a fun one at that, with a twisty ending borrowed from a classic romantic plot. I suppose that is the fun of miscegenation - you can plug and play with the conventions of both genres as the moment takes you.
This is not one for the literati, but it swings along with much pleasure, and a little pain, and the lead characters are endearing and well-suited.
March 12, 2011
THere was nothing in this book to distinguish it from any other except the fact that Ellis has no idea what kinds of things go through a serial killer's mind. The characters had such potential to be great, a detective who is actually sensitive, and a heroine who owns a flower shop and works too hard.
However, it felt like the characters were trying to do their best in spite of the crappy writing. Everyone who knows me knows I love great characters, and most other things can take a back seat, even the story and plot.
The story in this one was so predictable and the plot so lacking that the characters themselves seemed to be apologizing for the writing.
No wonder it was only $2.00
Go re-read Agatha Christie instead of this.
However, it felt like the characters were trying to do their best in spite of the crappy writing. Everyone who knows me knows I love great characters, and most other things can take a back seat, even the story and plot.
The story in this one was so predictable and the plot so lacking that the characters themselves seemed to be apologizing for the writing.
No wonder it was only $2.00
Go re-read Agatha Christie instead of this.
July 22, 2011
"SPOILT" BY JOANNE ELLIS
I am a great lover of thrillers and this one has now been added to my list of great reads in that genre. Joanne Ellis reminds me somewhat of Karin Slaughter in her writing ability and I truly enjoyed the story. You get to step into the mind of a serial killer, and when you realize that his victims from before are just practice runs until he can finally get his hands on the one he really wants to 'teach a lesson' it sends chills up and down your spine.
This book is one that you don't want to read alone at night, it will keep you looking over your shoulder!
-Kitty Bullard / Great Minds Think Aloud Book Club
Read more: http://www.greatmindsthinkaloud.probo...
I am a great lover of thrillers and this one has now been added to my list of great reads in that genre. Joanne Ellis reminds me somewhat of Karin Slaughter in her writing ability and I truly enjoyed the story. You get to step into the mind of a serial killer, and when you realize that his victims from before are just practice runs until he can finally get his hands on the one he really wants to 'teach a lesson' it sends chills up and down your spine.
This book is one that you don't want to read alone at night, it will keep you looking over your shoulder!
-Kitty Bullard / Great Minds Think Aloud Book Club
Read more: http://www.greatmindsthinkaloud.probo...
December 23, 2011
What I thought I was getting: serial killer police procedural, probably with some UST between cop and [insert person involved with investigation here] thrown in.
What I got: really awkward we-just-met-let's-bone romance bizzarely interspersed with a graphic serial killer.
Don't get me wrong, I can do graphic murder mysteries, and I (begrudgingly) can do romances. I can even do them in the same book. But in this particular instance, the fact that I wasn't really expecting a romance and the way the two threads were combined just didn't work for me.
What I got: really awkward we-just-met-let's-bone romance bizzarely interspersed with a graphic serial killer.
Don't get me wrong, I can do graphic murder mysteries, and I (begrudgingly) can do romances. I can even do them in the same book. But in this particular instance, the fact that I wasn't really expecting a romance and the way the two threads were combined just didn't work for me.
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November 7, 2011Yes I am still reading this book & it is a struggle. I look at some of the other reviews & wonder if there is something I am missing. The characters aren't well rounded & read stiff & jerky. Are we reading the same book? I just don't feel sympathy for either of the main characters or a connection. Perhaps I need to watch some Law & Order to get it. I am finally near the end. The bad guy is dead, the heroine is recuperating...& where is the hero? Running away from his future. What a wuss! Maybe I need a new shelf - "Sounds Good but isn't".
March 1, 2011
I was not sure about this book when I first started to read it along with the fact it was one of the free ones on Amazon for the kindle. But man am I glad I read it, took me two days cause I didn't want to stop! It had suspense, mystery, romance, heart break, laughter, and some good ummm hot scenes as well, a few miss spellings but hell I can't comment on that! I completely recommend this book to mystery/who done it fans.
March 11, 2011
I kept reading only because the plot did catch my attention and I wanted to find out how it ended. So the mystery part worked because I didn't figure out who the bad huy was until it was revealed. But in general, thumbs down. As a police procedural, it's a flop - if real police were as sloppy and clueless as these guys they'd never catch anyone. And the romance that the author decided to shoehorn in there was clumsy and unbelievable. Bad writing in general.
April 8, 2013
I liked the story but felt that the characters needed more depth. their reactions and lines were predictable, short, and just blah. I wanted more of the murder mystery and less of the emo drama that the book ended with. also, the fact that everything was okay after a month of no communication? really? I thought she was smarter than that. honestly, the only reason I read this was because it was a $1 on kindle and the plot was interesting
April 16, 2011
This free download to my Kindle was a typical serial-murderer mystery altho the hero and heroine fell in love at first sight. When the bad guy gets caught, it invariably happens, the ending is as it should be. However, this was different from many serial murdery mysteries in the description of some "hot sex" between the hero and heroine. I enjoyed it, tho.
September 3, 2011
My first read by this Australian author which I enjoyed. Detective Lucus Hudson has demons from his teenage years, which causes him to loose focus on this case. It has him going in circles. Chelsea Summerville stand in the middle of all the murders. Can Lucus solve the murders, release his demons and find love?
July 30, 2012
I enjoyed the book. It certainly wasn't the best I've read, and it had sections that were not pieced together just right. But I liked it and might try another book by this author. The end was kind of strange the way it was put together. You always wonder if the author is under a tight schedule and so sometimes the end doesn't get the attention it deserves.
December 4, 2011
Basic plot, no real twists, sex scenes slightly wince-making. The first few pages had echoes of the Joe Pike stories, but sadly this turned into a pretty formulaic and run-of-the-mill thriller. Not too bad, I suppose, for a virtually free book. Looking at the other reviews, I can't understand how anyone could rate this five star!
May 31, 2013
The story started out really interesting. As soon as the two main characters have that love at first sight moment I felt the book lost a lot of stamina. The ending of the ex was surprising but the actual ending was awful. The only thing I am happy about is that this was a free book on Kindle and was good until all the romance then got worse to the end.
August 8, 2010
I first saw this book on Authonomy, and it's a definite not-miss. From the first page, it's easy to become addicted to the story. One look at this gem, and it's easy to see why Night Publishing snatched it up! Jo is an outstanding writer!
December 15, 2010
loved this book. the writing was top-notch, the characters were very interesting and the plot was scary! It kept me guessing until the end. It ranks right up there with a lot of the crime thrillers I read.
March 7, 2011
This book kept me interested and I enjoyed reading it. The author wasn't very good at evoking emotion. It should have been more suspenseful and heart wrenching in places but she just didn't do it for me. She seemed to gloss over things.
January 3, 2012
I thought the relationship in this book with the overwhelming lust and instant attraction was a little unrealistic, and also the eventual culprit did kind of seem to come out of nowhere and have a fairly flimsy motive. However, it was an entertaining read.
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