Beyond Reach

Reese Link #2

by Molly Black

Small town police officer Reese Link, teaming up with her new Maine State Police partner, is assigned another explosive the second warden in the state has turned up murdered. These seem like vengeance killings, but Reese suspects something much darker, more maniacal, and she knows it will take all she has to enter this killer’s mind and outwit him before he strikes again.

“Molly Black has written a taut thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat… I absolutely loved this book and can’t wait to read the next book in the series!”
—Reader review for Girl Murder

Beyond Reach is book #2 of a long anticipated new series by critically-acclaimed and #1 bestselling mystery and suspense author Molly Black, whose books have received over 2,000 five-star reviews and ratings.

Reese Link is determined to do right by her deceased older brother, to fill his shoes in the local police department, and to avenge his murder. She also wants to make her father, a local lobsterman, proud. But the local force is male, and close-knight, and Reese soon learns that being accepted won’t be so easy.

Small town life on a harbor in Maine can be rough. Winters can be cruel and stretch forever, while the working class who inhabit the harbor suffer no fools. Reese knows this town like the back of her hand—but when she teams up with a State police officer, she quickly realizes she’ll have to branch out to other areas, way out of her comfort zone. She will have to learn quickly about all regions of Maine, as she hunts deadly killers wherever they may take her.

All along, she must fight her own demons, shake off the heaviness of her childhood, the depression of this town, and ask is she good enough?

A harrowing crime thriller featuring a brilliant and tortured small-town police officer, the Reese Link series is a riveting mystery, packed with non-stop action, suspense, twists and turns, revelations, and driven by a breakneck pace that will keep you flipping pages late into the night. Fans of Rachel Caine, Teresa Driscoll and Robert Dugoni are sure to fall in love.

Future books in the series are also available!

“I binge read this book. It hooked me in and didn't stop till the last few pages… I look forward to reading more!”
—Reader review for Found You

“I loved this book! Fast-paced plot, great characters and interesting insights into investigating cold cases. I can't wait to read the next book!”
—Reader review for Girl Murder

“Very good book… You will feel like you are right there looking for the kidnapper! I know I will be reading more in this series!”
—Reader review for Girl Murder

“This is a very well written book and holds your interest from page 1… Definitely looking forward to reading the next one in the series, and hopefully others as well!”
—Reader review for Girl Murder

“Wow, I cannot wait for the next in this series. Starts with a bang and just keeps going.”
—Reader review for Girl Murder

“Well written book with a great plot, one that will keep you up at night. A page turner!”
—Reader review for Girl Murder

“A great suspense that keeps you reading… can't wait for the next in this series!”
—Reader review for Found You

“Sooo soo good! There are a few unforeseen twists… I binge read this like I binge watch Netflix. It just sucks you in.”
—Reader review for Found You

Genres: Mystery, Crime, Thriller, Thriller Suspense, Fiction, Ebooks, Audiobook

198 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 21, 2023

About the author

Bestselling author Molly Black is author of the MAYA GRAY FBI suspense thriller series, comprising nine books (and counting); of the RYLIE WOLF FBI suspense thriller series, comprising six books; of the TAYLOR SAGE FBI suspense thriller series, comprising eight books; of the KATIE WINTER FBI suspense thriller series, comprising eleven books (and counting); of the RUBY HUNTER FBI suspense thriller series, comprising five books (and counting), and of the CAITLIN DARE FBI suspense thriller series, comprising five books (and counting).

An avid reader and lifelong fan of the mystery and thriller genres, Molly loves to hear from you, so please feel free to visit www.mollyblackauthor.com to learn more and stay in touch.

BOOKS BY MOLLY BLACK

GRACE FORD FBI THRILLER

NEARLY MINE (Book #1)

NEARLY SAFE (Book #2)

NEARLY FREE (Book #3)

NEARLY GONE (Book #4)

NEARLY HIS (Book #5)

CAITLIN DARE FBI SUSPENSE THRILLER

COME GET ME (Book #1)

COME FIND ME (Book #2)

COME TAKE ME (Book #3)

COME CATCH ME (Book #4)

COME SAVE ME (Book #5)

RUBY HUNTER FBI SUSPENSE THRILLER

IF I RUN (Book #1)

IF I TELL (Book #2)

IF I LIVE (Book #3)

IF I FORGET (Book #4)

IF I RETURN (Book #5)

MAYA GRAY MYSTERY SERIES

GIRL ONE: MURDER (Book #1)

GIRL TWO: TAKEN (Book #2)

GIRL THREE: TRAPPED (Book #3)

GIRL FOUR: LURED (Book #4)

GIRL FIVE: BOUND (Book #5)

GIRL SIX: FORSAKEN (Book #6)

GIRL SEVEN: CRAVED (Book #7)

GIRL EIGHT: HUNTED (Book #8)

GIRL NINE: GONE (Book #9)

RYLIE WOLF FBI SUSPENSE THRILLER

FOUND YOU (Book #1)

CAUGHT YOU (Book #2)

SEE YOU (Book #3)

WANT YOU (Book #4)

TAKE YOU (Book #5)

DARE YOU (Book #6)

TAYLOR SAGE FBI SUSPENSE THRILLER

DON’T LOOK (Book #1)

DON’T BREATHE (Book #2)

DON’T RUN (Book #3)

DON’T FLINCH (Book #4)

DON’T REMEMBER (Book #5)

DON’T TELL (Book #6)

DON’T HIDE (Book #7)

DON’T BLINK (Book #8)

KATIE WINTER FBI SUSPENSE THRILLER

SAVE ME (Book #1)

REACH ME (Book #2)

HIDE ME (Book #3)

BELIEVE ME (Book #4)

HELP ME (Book #5)

FORGET ME (Book #6)

HOLD ME (Book #7)

PROTECT ME (Book #8)

REMEMBER ME (Book #9)

CATCH ME (Book #10)

WATCH ME (Book #11)

Reviews

[Laur · Rating 2 out of 5]

The plot was ok, but the characters, most especially “Reese”, just wasn’t believable as a real policewoman … especially as a rookie.

The Audible version was sadly lacking in many respects. Notable: there were at least three areas in the recording that missed being edited out as mistakes made by the narrator.

Maybe this one was just me (as I’m in the minority for rating). First time reading this author, but I’m willing to give it another shot because I believe there is better potential.

[Claudete Takahashi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Reese and Clay have partnered again in the search of a killer who is viciously stabbing his victims. His reasons to do so are tied to his past and now is vengeance time. Reese and Clay search every lead and after many twists and turns they do find the culprit, however, putting their lives at stake. Good story. The only point I raise is that sometimes Reese thinks and expresses herself like a teenager, not an adult and a police officer which sometimes seems out of tune with the rest of the story.

[Annette Sullivan · Rating 4 out of 5]

okay

The plot was a gruesome one with a sad backstory, also another personal quest happening, so altogether, not bad at all.
The thing that irked me is that the rookie, did the driving, often at high reckless speed , did most of the talking in the interviewing of suspects and the experienced cop, mostly deferred to her. - this scenario is just so obviously wrong, it really detracted from the story and made it implausible, which made it hard to accept.
This seems a silly move for an authour to make, putting the rookie in charge.

[Lillian Cummings · Rating 3 out of 5]

You can't give up

Reese won't stop until she finds out who killed her brother. She has found a clue she just needs to find out where it leads. She has just landed a new case & she has been partnered up with Clay again. They work well as a team. They just need to find the killer before more people land up dead. But what links them all together? Can they figure it out before it is too late? A good read. Good characters

[Lisa · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good but for me it wasn't as good as prior Molly Black books I've read. She did one thing I liked. While she used the tired, worn out trope of a missing or dead sibling (which I seriously hate), she used her brother being murdered vs. it always being the sister being killed/missing (every author I've read in this genre has used the sister). Now to get authors to move into using different flaws in their investigators, IF the investigators "have to have a flaw"). I'll continue reading her books.

[Krystal · Rating 4 out of 5]

It’s been a while since I read the first book so I had forgotten some of the storyline. I hated how the other cops treated her at the precinct but I’m glad they put her and Clay back as a team. I like the addition of a rare gun that will help her find her brothers killer. I’d be nice if she asked Clay for help.

[HAL · Rating 4 out of 5]

An action mystery

Over all the language is clean and no sex scenes and I can rate this a PG-13 because of the suspense, references to violence and abuse. I love the Down East of Maine with it's fog, brine and strong residents. It would have been nice to hint at these elements to add atmosphere to a good mystery.

[Jill · Rating 5 out of 5]

wow!

I can’t wait to see what happens next in the series. I couldn’t believe the ending. I’m so glad I found Molly Black when I received my daily email from bookbub. I enjoy Ms Black’s writing style her books are easy read and easy to follow. Also the characters are very well written .

[Alexa Marie Z · Rating 4 out of 5]

it was okay, i noticed a mistake in the audio where it cut out and then repeated the sentence. it happened once in the first book but there were a couple more in the second book. I really wish it wasn’t just one narrator. not only does it make it harder for the narrator, but it makes it harder for the readers to understand! just a suggestion!

[Alice · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great one

Five stars for the author and her series of books . ithis is the second book in the series. I couldn't put it down and can't wait to go on to the third book in the series. I highly recommend this author and her books

[Don Glass · Rating 5 out of 5]

Better than the first!

Most enjoyable reading. The characters have developed really well and the reader is able to get a strong sense of involvement in the story.

Fast paced, intriguing and real.

[Jan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Molly Black is a brilliant author

I know when I start to read a book written by Molly it is going to be a real page turner. If you enjoy a book full of excitement then I suggest this book and all previous books too.
Well done Molly your imagination is a delight.

[Marc Rude · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyable

I wouldn’t consider the story riveting but it was darn good. The storyline was plausible and well written. The characters were interesting but I did not feel I knew them well. I would definitely read another Molly Black novel.

[Micky Parise · Rating 4 out of 5]

First time reading Molly Black and came away really impressed. Enjoyed the story tremendously even though this is the 2nd book in a series it didn't affect the story at all. Characters were outstanding and story line flowed nicely. Recommend.

[Gregory Trammell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazingly Tragic

Clearly exposes the chilling creation of a psychopathic serial killer. The results are horrific and the resulting loss of innocent lives heart-wrenching. A superior team of an FBI agent & a State Trooper work to unravel the mystery of who and why. A great read.

[Crystal Morris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great suspense

Enjoyed this book a lot, it keeps you on your toes with suspense as well as quick action. I disnt realize this was book 2, so I'd suggest starting with book 1, but now I'm invested and want to know what happened to Bass.

[Jen · Rating 3 out of 5]

Another Maine mystery. Not Maine-y enough! And the bad guys are bad in a creepy way.

[Andy Febrico Bintoro · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book could be read individually, but the story in the end is still hanging, and the big mystery still remains in the town.

[Jackie Simons]

Read 1/24

[Michelle Wallace · Rating 4 out of 5]

Engrossing story, easy to become emotionally involved.

[christopher picht jr · Rating 5 out of 5]

Suspenseful

I couldn't put this book down. An amazing author did it again!! I can't wait to read the next one!

[Mary Van Camp · Rating 5 out of 5]

Interesting

Kept you involved from page one to the very last word. Good job with the writing. I like the fast paced style.

[Barbara Mcanally · Rating 4 out of 5]

good book

Started out slow but picked up pace. Good character building and very suspenseful. Kept me interested. I didn’t expect the ending

[Chad · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great second book

This was a great second book in the series. So sad when people think all their actions are noble. Some are just for inflated egos.

[Liza · Rating 3 out of 5]

Reese is the rookie but somehow she seems to control the investigation. Surely the experienced officer would take the lead.

Mixed feelings

[darnel grandell · Rating 3 out of 5]

There was just not enough story to keep me interested. If you haven't read book #1 the characters were not developed enough. I was disappointed having liked many other of her books.

[Jennifer Reasinger · Rating 3 out of 5]

Similarly familiar

It was an easy read, but felt very similar to book one. Some suspense but too similar to the first book.

[Deborah Walker Richmond · Rating 2 out of 5]

This novel mimics the first one so closely that it surprised me. I can understand a bit of a similarity, but this was really too much.

[Jacky Van · Rating 5 out of 5]

Captivating

You know Reese by now, so you are interested in what she does and will uncover about her brother's death. And all that while chasing murderers.

[Anne Robinson · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not a particularly well written book, but entertaining enough. Will not bother to read more by this author though!