Her heart stutters as she draws closer. A woman’s fingertips curl over the boat’s edge. Dark crimson blood clashes with the faded blue peeling paint beneath. They’re too late, the beautiful woman within has been dead for some time…
Detective Josie Quinn lifts the baby from the pram, holding her close and gently soothing her. Josie scours the scene for the sweet little girl’s mother, but the park is deserted. Glancing down, something catches her eye. Nestled amongst the child’s soft pink blankets is a polaroid photo, the corner smudged with blood.
The search for Cleo Tate has Josie and her team in a chokehold; the abandoned newborn needs her mother, and every second counts now lab results show the blood belongs to her. The blurred photo of a body of water is Josie’s only lead. But what does it mean? And where was it taken? The answer is just within reach, but with Cleo’s husband lying about his movements that day, Josie can’t see it. Then it finally clicks: Cold Heart Creek, a crime scene from Josie’s past that she will never forget. Josie is terrified by what she finds there: Cleo’s body, cold as ice, with a second photo of a new location.
A twisted killer is playing a devilish game. And when Josie finds a second innocent victim at the site of a different case she solved, she begins to suspect that she herself is at the very heart of it. But why? As more bodies and more photos follow, Josie must dig deep into the secrets and mistakes of her past to get one step ahead.
The link between these women is key to cracking the case. Someone wants revenge, and won’t stop until their story is told, and no one involved is left breathing. Can Josie stop them before any more precious lives are taken? And just what will it cost her?
Buckle-up for a totally twisted serial-killer thriller that will keep you flipping pages until dawn. This unputdownable crime thriller from an Amazon, USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author is perfect for fans of Angela Marsons, Robert Dugoni and Rachel Caine.
The series
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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