She gently opens the woman’s tightly clenched fist, uncurling each finger to reveal a square of folded paper hidden in her palm. Scrawled in thick crayon, beside a child’s crooked drawing of a red flower, is one word that sends a shiver through the evening mist: HELP

It was supposed to be a routine road accident recovery, but the moment Detective Josie Quinn sees the passenger—pale and painfully thin, a sharp tool lodged in her stomach—it’s clear she was the victim of something far more sinister, and likely dead before the crash. Watching the driver taken away in an ambulance, questions spin through Josie’s mind. Where were these two women going? Was the driver trying to save a life, or hide a body? And—most heartbreaking of all—is there a child in danger, crying out for help with no reply?

Josie quickly identifies the crash survivor as Mira Summers, a singleton and animal-lover on her way home from nearby stables. Mira swears she doesn’t know who the woman in the car beside her is, or how she was injured. And when she’s diagnosed with concussion and memory loss, Josie is forced to back down.

But the discovery of Mira’s prints on the child’s drawing is all the proof Josie needs that Mira knows more than she’s letting on, and a witness saw Mira meeting with a man with a gnarled diamond-shaped tattoo at the stables. In a race against the clock to track down this elusive man, Josie faces danger from the most unexpected places. Pushed to her limit, can she stay alive long enough to catch the killer and save the life of an innocent child?

An absolutely gripping and truly unputdownable crime thriller that will have you racing through pages until the final jaw-dropping twist hits you like a train. From an Amazon, USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author, and perfect for fans of Angela Marsons, Robert Dugoni and Rachel Caine.

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May 9, 2024
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Detective Josie Quinn

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In the heart of Lisa Regan's Detective Josie Quinn series, there lies a woman who’s as relentless as she is empathetic, a detective whose fight for justice is driven not just by duty, but by a personal quest for redemption. Josie Quinn isn’t your typical detective. With a past full of secrets and scars, she’s determined to solve cases that not only test her intellect but challenge her emotional limits. Each case she faces pulls her deeper into a world of danger and deception, but it’s her vulnerability, her humanity, that makes her more than just a crime solver—she’s a beacon of hope for those who’ve been overlooked, discarded, or lost.

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Set against the backdrop of small-town America, the series invites readers into a tense, unpredictable world where every murder, disappearance, and mystery carries its own chilling weight. Through each gripping novel, Josie Quinn confronts not just criminals, but her own demons, making for an intimate and deeply emotional ride. With every twist and turn, the line between right and wrong becomes harder to distinguish, but Josie’s determination to uncover the truth remains unwavering.

What makes this series stand out is its ability to blend heart-pounding suspense with profound psychological depth. The mysteries are compelling, but it’s the characters—flawed, real, and often struggling with their own battles—that anchor the story. Each installment in the Detective Josie Quinn series is more than just a crime thriller; it's a journey of self-discovery, healing, and the pursuit of justice against all odds.

As Josie unravels complex cases that stretch her abilities and force her to confront her darkest fears, readers are pulled into a series of tightly-woven mysteries that never fail to surprise. Whether she’s chasing down a killer or facing her own complicated history, Josie Quinn is a detective you’ll root for, and one whose journey will stay with you long after the final page is turned.

Perfect for fans of psychological thrillers and crime procedurals, the Detective Josie Quinn series is a must-read for anyone who loves their suspense with a side of emotional depth and relentless determination. If you're ready for a series that’s equal parts mystery and raw emotion, Josie Quinn’s world awaits.

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