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4.5
Finished reading: March 25th 2020
"Sometimes in life you just never know if you're doing the right thing when you're actually doing it."
*** A copy of this book was kindly provided to me by Netgalley and Bookouture in exchange for an honest review. Thank you! ***
I know that I'm repeating myself, but that doesn't mean it is less true: the Detective Josie Quinn series is one of my favorite detective series and every time I find out that a new installment is coming out it kind of feels like an early birthday present. Or an actual birthday present in this case, as I was granted an ARC on my actual birthday! I've been a fan of this series ever since I read the first book back in 2018... It's been a long and intense ride for Josie Quinn so far, and it seems like trouble keeps finding her in the small town where she works. I'm not complaining of course, as new trouble means a new Josie Quinn book and another rollercoaster thriller ride to look forward to. Find Her Alive is no exception, and is yet another excellent addition to the series. Book number eight is another firecracker!
One thing that stands out with the books of this series is just how compelling each book is. You will find yourself addicted as soon as you read the first chapters, and with a lightning fast pace and an abundance of action and plot twists you will find it very hard to stop reading until you reach those final pages. Time will fly and it's definitely a good idea to clear your schedule before you start one of these books. Find Her Alive is already book number eight and I have loved watching the main characters grow and develop over time... This book is another personal one for Josie, as the case once again hits close to home. Technically you can read Find Her Alive as a stand-alone, as a little background information is provided to refresh memories, but you will be missing out on the dynamics between the characters if you don't read the previous books. And if you enjoy thrilling and intense detective stories, you will be missing out on hours of entertainment in the first place!
There is just no denying the power of being able to meet up with favorite characters again. I have been rooting for Josie, Noah, Gretchen and the others since the beginning and seeing them grow over time has been a true pleasure. Meeting up with them again feels like meeting up with old friends, although it's going to be quite a stressful meeting in Find Her Alive... Like I said before, in book number eight things are going to get personal again for Josie and the case will hit very close to home. Why? Well, her twin sister Trinity has disappeared without a trace and nobody seems to have heard from her in weeks... Bones found at the cabin she was renting hint at something very sinister, but how will Josie and her team find Trinity without further clues?
There is a lot to love in Find Her Alive and the personal angle definitely gave the story an extra edge. A missing sister, a serial killer cold case, hardly any clues to help them solve the mystery... Oh yes, this will be another intense ride and the main characters won't have it easy. Chapters set in the present are mixed with flashbacks from the serial killer's POV... And I always love it when we get to have a glimpse inside of such a dark and disturbed character. I've mentioned in the past that if you look critically, things can be said about the credibility of certain aspects of the plot and certain things might be slightly over the top, but I personally don't mind as the story is a true rollercoaster ride, has a very high entertainment value and really packs a punch. If you enjoy intense and fast detective thrillers, you should definitely meet Josie Quinn!
em_mcd's review
4.0
Absolutely loved this book. It was the first book in the series that I’ve had the chance to read and even though it is 8th you don’t have to read the rest to know what was going on. 4 solid stars just because on page 190 something totally crazy happens that feels way too rushed. Otherwise, loved it and didn’t see all the twists coming
robinlovesreading's review
5.0
Detective Josie Quinn went a lifetime without her sister Trinity, and now that Trinity is in the clutches of a serial killer, Josie will do anything to find her alive. Josie was kidnapped when she was very young and wasn't raised with Trinity. They have gotten to know one another, but it is only after Trinity's disappearance that Josie realizes that they have a long way to go to get even closer. Josie hopes they get that chance.
When Josie first discovered that Trinity was missing, she discovered remains that almost certainly proved to be Trinity. Only by means of immediate dental records proved that the body wasn't Trinity's, so Josie employs her team, including her lover and fellow officer Noah, to pull out all the stops in order find Trinity before it is two late.
As clues begin to unravel, there are players who over the years that have been involved in rather dangerous if not disgustingly deadly activities. The crux of the matter is that there is one man that seems to be behind it all. As things turn out, facts begin to prove that Trinity had taken research that went far beyond her duties as a journalist. Will this end up in her death?
Find Her Alive is the thrilling 8th book in the Detective Jodie Quinn series. I have read most of the books in the series and have come to love and respect Josie and her doggedness when it comes to getting the bottom of any case she investigates. With this being her sister, this story was all the more riveting. This story keeps on getting better and better. I look forward to seeing what Lisa Regan has in store next for her readers.
Many thanks to Bookouture and to NetGalley for this ARC to review in exchange for my honest opinion.
When Josie first discovered that Trinity was missing, she discovered remains that almost certainly proved to be Trinity. Only by means of immediate dental records proved that the body wasn't Trinity's, so Josie employs her team, including her lover and fellow officer Noah, to pull out all the stops in order find Trinity before it is two late.
As clues begin to unravel, there are players who over the years that have been involved in rather dangerous if not disgustingly deadly activities. The crux of the matter is that there is one man that seems to be behind it all. As things turn out, facts begin to prove that Trinity had taken research that went far beyond her duties as a journalist. Will this end up in her death?
Find Her Alive is the thrilling 8th book in the Detective Jodie Quinn series. I have read most of the books in the series and have come to love and respect Josie and her doggedness when it comes to getting the bottom of any case she investigates. With this being her sister, this story was all the more riveting. This story keeps on getting better and better. I look forward to seeing what Lisa Regan has in store next for her readers.
Many thanks to Bookouture and to NetGalley for this ARC to review in exchange for my honest opinion.
kourtneyalexis's review
5.0
The worst thing about this book is that I'm discovering this series 8 books in!!! WAHHHHHH!!!!!
I absolutely was enthralled by "Finding Clair Fletcher" and this title was no different. I was able to pick up the series at the 8th book and not feel like I missed out on anything. I love how imperfect, yet supremely awesome, Detective Josie Quinn is. I love nothing more in this world than a good serial killer novel and this serial killer was The Bone Artist. I will let you all read this for yourselves, I don't want to give too much away.
You won't be disappointed!
A special thank you to NetGalley, Bookouture, and of course, Lisa Regan.
I absolutely was enthralled by "Finding Clair Fletcher" and this title was no different. I was able to pick up the series at the 8th book and not feel like I missed out on anything. I love how imperfect, yet supremely awesome, Detective Josie Quinn is. I love nothing more in this world than a good serial killer novel and this serial killer was The Bone Artist. I will let you all read this for yourselves, I don't want to give too much away.
You won't be disappointed!
A special thank you to NetGalley, Bookouture, and of course, Lisa Regan.
whatjenreads's review
4.0
I was gripped from the beginning of this installment! This remains one of my favorite series. The character development was fantastic and I read this book in one sitting. It was disturbing yet I couldn’t put it down!
pawswithprose's review
5.0
Wow wow wow this was incredible. First of i am so happy that we're learning more about Trinity. I find her fascinated and to have a story where she features so much is great. I love the relationship between her and Josie and this book is a real turning point for them. The killer was so creepy and i really enjoyed the chapters where we got to go inside his head. I really don't think Lisa Regan can write a book that won't get five stars from me.
shorangina's review
5.0
I truly love this series. I love how Josie has grown so much over just 8 books but I love love loved this one the best. I loved finally glimpsing more into the Payne family but really digging into trinity and how her life was growing up without Josie. Loved it.
yetanothersusan's review
4.0
My 8th Josie Quinn book and I am finally getting comfortable with her relationship with Noah. They felt much more like equals in this installment and that is probably because I felt like the story focused more on Trinity and her abduction than their normal interactions. If that makes sense? I really enjoyed how Ms. Regan pulled the story together, though at one point it felt very far fetched. I like how each book delves further and further into establishing the relationships between the characters in addition to providing an exciting mystery to follow along. Always a good read!
Thanks to NetGalley and Bookouture for a copy of the book. This review is my own opinion.
Thanks to NetGalley and Bookouture for a copy of the book. This review is my own opinion.