Lisa Regan Libri

Wow, questo libro mi ha lasciato senza fiato! Assolutamente fantastico, è il tuo peggior incubo che diventa realtà! Un inizio esplosivo per una nuova serie, inquietante e oscuro, mi ha tenuto sulle spine senza riuscire a metterlo giù. Un enorme 5 stelle per questo. Quando Isabelle Coleman, una bella ragazza, scompare, tutti nella piccola città di Denton si uniscono alla ricerca, ma non si trova traccia di lei. La Detective Josie Quinn scopre un'altra ragazza scomparsa, muta e poco reattiva, che ha subito terribili sofferenze. Da lei, Josie apprende il nome di una terza ragazza e un indizio su Isabelle. Inizia una corsa contro il tempo per trovare Isabelle viva, mentre Josie teme per la vita di altre ragazze. La pista la conduce a un caso irrisolto, etichettato come una bufala dalle autorità, e Josie si chiede di chi può fidarsi. Qualcuno nella città sta commettendo crimini indicibili. Riuscirà Josie a catturare l'assassino prima che un'altra vittima perda la vita? Un giallo avvincente per i lettori di Angela Marsons e Robert Dugoni. I lettori lodano i personaggi femminili forti e la trama avvincente, con colpi di scena inaspettati e suspense ad ogni pagina. Un esordio eccellente che cattura dalla prima all'ultima pagina!

Le candele illuminano la baita, diffondendo un intenso profumo di vaniglia. La tavola è apparecchiata per una romantica cena di anniversario, ma la donna seduta è fredda e il sangue le cola lungo il collo. Quando il noto presentatore televisivo di Denton torna a casa e trova la moglie morta, la comunità è sconvolta. Beau e Claudia Collins, considerati la coppia perfetta, nascondono segreti oscuri. La detective Josie Quinn, giunta sulla scena, si interroga sulla piccola scatola di legno trovata nella mano di Claudia, un oggetto legato a un gioco popolare di Beau. Il giorno dopo, il corpo di un'assistente di Beau viene ritrovato con una scatoletta simile accanto a lei. Josie capisce che se Beau non rivela la verità sui problemi nel suo matrimonio, altre vite saranno in pericolo. Intrappolati in una caccia al gatto e al topo, Josie e il suo team lavorano incessantemente per proteggere i cari di Beau. Un vecchio articolo di giornale potrebbe contenere la chiave per risolvere il caso, ma il tempo stringe e un bambino innocente è in pericolo. Un thriller poliziesco avvincente, ricco di colpi di scena, ideale per i fan di autori bestseller.

From a USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author comes a thrilling crime novel: Detective Josie Quinn's past crashes into her present when a killer is willing to do anything to reveal the truth. When two young boys discover human bones buried beneath a tree in a trailer park, Detective Josie Quinn races to join her team at the scene. She used to play in those woods as a child, happier outside and away from her abusive mother, Belinda Rose. Josie's past crashes into her present when a rare dental condition confirms the bones belong to a teenage foster-child who was murdered thirty years ago. A girl named Belinda Rose . . . Josie hasn't seen her mother in years but, with an undeniable connection between her mother and the dead girl, does she dare track her down? Just as Josie gets closer to uncovering a secret that will shatter her world forever, another body is uncovered. It's suddenly clear that someone very close to Josie will stop at nothing to keep the truth buried forever. As she battles the demons from her past, can Josie stop this killer before another precious life is taken?

In a hauntingly atmospheric setting, Josie navigates a landscape marked by a disturbing arrangement of pristine white bones. Her cautious demeanor and soft-spoken nature hint at a deeper tension, suggesting a narrative filled with mystery and perhaps a connection to the eerie surroundings. The scene evokes a sense of unease, inviting readers to explore the implications of her fragile presence amidst such unsettling imagery.

A playful scene quickly turns dark as a joyful girl named Lucy disappears from her amusement park ride. The contrast between her innocent laughter and the sudden absence creates a chilling atmosphere. The story unfolds around the mystery of her vanishing, exploring themes of loss and the impact of sudden fear on a community. As the narrative progresses, it delves into the emotional turmoil of those left behind and the search for answers in the wake of her disappearance.

"When Isabelle Coleman, a blonde, beautiful young girl goes missing, everyone from the small town of Denton joins the search. They can find no trace of the town's darling, but Detective Josie Quinn finds another girl they didn't even know was missing. Mute and unresponsive, it's clear this mysterious girl has been damaged beyond repair. All Josie can get from her is a name--Ramona--and a flash of a neon tongue piercing that matches Isabelle's. The race is on to find Isabelle alive, and Josie fears there may be other girls in terrible danger. When the trail leads her to a cold case labelled a hoax by authorities, Josie begins to wonder is there anyone left she can trust? Someone in this close-knit town is committing unspeakable crimes. Can Josie catch the killer before another victim loses their life?"--Page 4 of cover.

A young woman lies cold and lifeless beside Kettlewell Creek, her long dark hair obscuring her face. Detective Josie Quinn arrives at the scene, discovering few clues and a victim, nineteen-year-old Sharon Eddy, who had no known enemies. Cherished by her grandmother and a valued worker at the local animal hospital, Sharon's shocking death rattles the Denton community. The case takes a dark turn during Sharon's autopsy when a cattle brand—a horseshoe pierced by an arrow—is found on her hip. The Medical Examiner, Anya Feist, reveals she bears the same mark, linked to her traumatic past involving her ex-husband, Vance Hadlee. Despite Josie's investigation into Vance's family farm, connections remain elusive. The tension escalates when another body is discovered: a young woman in a red coat, also marked with the horseshoe. As Josie races to uncover the truth, the killer draws closer, endangering those she loves. This gripping crime thriller promises to keep readers on the edge of their seats with its twists and emotional depth, making it a must-read for fans of the genre.

Josie presses her hands into the drowned girl’s chest, counting compressions as she gazes at the lifeless body before her. The stark contrast between the girl’s vibrant past as a champion swimmer and her current state haunts Josie. On a routine visit to see her brother at Denton University, she discovers the girl face down in the pool, leading her to question how a talented athlete could accidentally drown. Nysa Somers, a beloved student with a bright future, seems an unlikely victim of recklessness. Josie and her team must unravel the mystery surrounding Nysa’s death, beginning with her missing backpack, which only yields empty wrappers, a phone, and a cryptic note urging her to "be a mermaid." The investigation intensifies when a nearby house fire nearly claims the lives of two granddaughters of a retired fireman, who ominously mutters "be a match" before the blaze. As the body count rises, Josie identifies a deadly pattern but struggles to get her partner Noah’s attention, who is unresponsive and distant. Determined to solve the case, she risks everything to confront the killer, but as danger closes in, she must rely on her team to save her before it’s too late. A gripping crime thriller that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.

Josie flinches at the sight of the faded blue sports jacket wrapped around the girl pulled from the water. It belonged to someone she lost five years ago. Heavy rain floods the small town of Denton, leading to a tragic discovery: the body of a young girl floats to the surface. With no crime scene to analyze, Detective Josie Quinn and her team face daunting odds. Fortunately, the victim’s body is well-preserved, complete with a baseball patch on the jacket. Josie is devastated; her deceased ex-husband, Ray, had a similar jacket. Tracing the girl’s background, Josie identifies her as Beverly Urban, a troubled student rumored to have dated Ray before leaving town. Initially appearing as a tragic accident, the autopsy reveals a bullet in Beverly's head and a heartbreaking secret. Josie investigates the salon where Beverly’s mother worked, suspecting a scandal linked to the time of Beverly's death. The tight-lipped Denton wives offer little help, but a secret meeting with a frightened woman could provide answers. Tragically, the woman is murdered before sharing vital information. It becomes evident that someone will go to extreme lengths to conceal the truth. As Josie delves into her past with Ray, she realizes that confronting this twisted killer could come at a steep price.

The girl's prom dress, the color of champagne, shimmers in the dying light, while a corsage of wilting pink roses decorates her wrist. She lies on the ground like a delicate china doll, trapped in a forever sleep. When a call comes about a young girl found dead at a high school prom, Detective Josie Quinn rushes to the scene. Noticing the girl's neatly braided hair, Josie feels a flicker of recognition. No one comes forward to identify the innocent child, murdered on what should have been her happiest night. Josie discovers that the girl, Gemma Farmer, vanished months ago, devastating her family. Why has her body appeared now, on her sixteenth birthday? The only clue is five neat cuts on Gemma's arm. Soon after, another missing girl is found dead on her birthday, with matching scars. Josie fears a serial killer is counting victims. As another local teen goes missing just days before her sixteenth birthday, Josie intensifies her search. When her chief reveals a missing piece of this decades-spanning puzzle, Josie races against time to stop the elusive killer. This heart-stopping crime thriller will keep you up all night, perfect for fans of gripping mysteries. Readers rave about the unexpected twists and the relentless pace, making it an unputdownable read.