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The Lion, the Lamb, the Hunted

by Andrew E. Kaufman (Goodreads Author)

3.7 of 5 stars 3.70 · rating details · 2,736 ratings · 295 reviews

From Andrew E. Kaufman, Author of, While the Savage Sleeps...His New #1 Bestselling Psychological Thriller...

SHE ONLY STEPPED OUTSIDE FOR A MINUTE...
But a minute was all it took to turn Jean Kingsley's world upside down--a minute she'd regret for the rest of her life.

STEPPING INTO HER WORST NIGHTMARE...

Because when she returned, she found an open bedroom window and he...more

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Published April 23rd 2013 by Thomas & Mercer (first published December 4th 2011)

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Dec 23, 2011 Nissie rated it 5 of 5 stars Recommends it for: everybody!

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Review to come when I pull myself together. :)

Another winner from Andrew E. Kaufman! The Lion, the Lamb, the Hunted is the best written psychological thriller I've ever read. It's full of twists and turns and has a wonderful ending that will cause your jaw to drop!
I dare you to read this and not fall in love with Patrick Bannister. I've never connected with a character like I did with him and I still tear up and want to hug him whenever I think about his story. A lot of books have made me cry,...more

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Mar 24, 2012 Jo Anne B rated it 3 of 5 stars

"Love me. How come you can't." She let out an exasperated sigh, "Because Patrick....quite simply, you can be rather unlovable. "

"But what if I get caught?" "Don't be ridiculous. You won't get caught. Nobody even notices you. It is like you're invisible."

It is no wonder Patrick didn't shed a tear at his mother's funeral. When he returns to his childhood home he says "it seemed as if nothing here was meant to survive. Odd though how distance doesn't always separate us from the bad memories and ass...more
"Love me. How come you can't." She let out an exasperated sigh, "Because Patrick....quite simply, you can be rather unlovable. "

"But what if I get caught?" "Don't be ridiculous. You won't get caught. Nobody even notices you. It is like you're invisible."

It is no wonder Patrick didn't shed a tear at his mother's funeral. When he returns to his childhood home he says "it seemed as if nothing here was meant to survive. Odd though how distance doesn't always separate us from the bad memories and associations as much as we'd like."

This was a good mystery, thriller that kept my interest all the way through despite having figured out the twist in the very beginning. It was beyond predictable but it was an enjoyable, quick read. I liked the main character Patrick and felt bad for him having had a terrible mother and childhood. That left him unable to trust people so he lived a lonely, boring life. But he grew up to be a functional, successful reporter for a national magazine and he wrote about crime stories. This time he was in one.

There was only one symbolic piece in the book. The author had a clever way of portraying the abuse of Patrick's dead mom. At the beginning of the chapters that featured flash backs of his mom, there was a piece of paper with one word Patrick wrote on it compulsively in response to whatever abuse his mother inflicted upon him in that chapter. Some of these included: "Unlovable, Invisible, Shattered". Patrick had developed OCD in response to his mother's abuse and had to write things out many, many times. Each of the titles of these flash back chapters was an abusive statement his mother spoke to him Some of these included: "You don't matter, You shouldn't be here, You have no redeeming qualities".

The story progressed nicely and there was a lot of action. It added to the suspense of the story. It seemed to end rather quickly though and I was shocked that it was over so fast. The answers were spelled out too easily and quickly after all that suspense. It was a disappointing end because of this and seemed like it could have resolved itself in a more satisfying way letting the reader fill in the pieces. But that is what always leaves me disappointed with mystery, thrillers. They are not written with any deep meaning. Afterwards I feel like I haven't gained anything from the story other than a few good hours of reading. I won't think about this afterward at all. This wasn't particularly memorable especially with how predictable it was. It was just a good afternoon read. Too bad I still feel like I missed reading something more meaningful and insightful. (less)

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Jun 28, 2012 Mel rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: borrowed

This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. Part 2: Now that I've finished the book, I can finish my "review." (It's not much of one.) I'm giving this four stars out of five for the simple fact that I tore through it: I wanted to know what happened next (and read more of Patrick's back-story). There's something a little misleading in the book that made me reject the early notion that Patrick was Nathan. Patrick mentions something about writing professionally for 20 years, so I figured he couldn't be Nathan since I doubted that he was writ...more Part 2: Now that I've finished the book, I can finish my "review." (It's not much of one.) I'm giving this four stars out of five for the simple fact that I tore through it: I wanted to know what happened next (and read more of Patrick's back-story). There's something a little misleading in the book that made me reject the early notion that Patrick was Nathan. Patrick mentions something about writing professionally for 20 years, so I figured he couldn't be Nathan since I doubted that he was writing professionally at thirteen. Such a switch was also too Mary Higgins Clark and an overused plot device. That's the only reason it didn't get 5 stars.

The descriptions of abuse and gaslighting were tough to read, but were well done, based on discussions I've had with people who had batshit crazy parents (although not as crazy as Camilla). I also liked that there was a female partner who didn't become a love interest.

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Part 1: I'm just at the halfway point and will come back to finish & add my star rating.

The description of this book (either on Amazon or Pixel of Ink, where I found it) really made it sound like the reader was going to have to endure the story of a kidnapping and murder of a child, then jump 30 years forward to present day to meet the actual main character. The rest of the description was intriguing: Patrick finds evidence that his recently deceased mother was very likely involved in the child's death (or was the killer herself).

However, I really didn't want to read that first part - I don't have kids, but have had kids in my life that I loved very much, so reading about such things is something I avoid when I can. Instead of buying the book, I found that I had a chance to borrow it via Amazon Prime, so I took advantage of that opportunity.

I don't think this is a spoiler, but I"m hiding it just in case. The book starts out with the funeral of Patrick's mother, and there are flashbacks of his life with this evil bitch scattered throughout. Patrick is an investigative reporter, exactly the wrong kind of person you want to find evidence of a past crime. I'm so relieved that there wasn't an introduction with the kidnapping - it will probably be covered later in the book, but it didn't start on that note, making it a much more enjoyable read.(less)

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Jan 30, 2012 Elaine rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: free-kindle-finds, kindle, mysteries-thrillers-suspense

Along with a mysterious note, national news reporter Patrick discovers a necklace with initials on it, found in the belongings of his deceased mother. The note was simply signed “W,” and Patrick knew his uncle’s handwriting.

These finds bring Patrick from California to a small Texas town, only to uncover more questions than answers, leading him to a retired sheriff, a mental hospital, a train-wreck of a trailer, a deranged dog, and a local reporter.

Interspersed throughout is Patrick’s growing u...more

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Oct 26, 2012 Katie Corbin rated it 3 of 5 stars

This book was actually rather good! There were a few things I did not like, though. (Warning: SPOILERS!)

First of... I really do not understand the title. I get 'The Hunted' part, but there was never a reference made in the story to a lion, or a lamb, and that bothered me.

I never understood why his mother was giving him the valium. I can see her wanting him to just be... asleep, out of it, not around. But it was never thoroughly explained, or even somewhat explained, so at the end I was left feel...more

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Oct 13, 2012 Andrea rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: amazon-freebies, horror

Now this, THIS is a thriller.

The Lion, the Lamb, the Hunted (TLTLTH) is a very well written novel with tension and suspense positively oozing from it's pages (well, my copy didn't have pages, I read it on Kindle, but you know what I mean). The characters are great, the plot is gripping and the twists were excellently executed.

The story is told in a 'kind of' dual time style, with chapters seeming to alternate between present happenings and the protagonist's musings and recollections of his abus...more

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Sep 08, 2012 Amit Shetty rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: 1st-impressions-last, how-psyched-can-you-get

Mother of all unexpected twists.
This is the second psychological thriller that I have read after The Hypnotist, and I am actually beginning to love this genre.
This book basically is something about child abuse with each alternate chapter focusing on some part of Patrick Bannister's childhood episodes.
Character development here can only be seen in Patrick Bannister and his "mother"'s case, which in itself is not all that bad, but could have been better.
The best factor about a psychological thrill...more

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Jul 08, 2012 Wanda Panda Hartzenberg rated it 5 of 5 stars

I adored this book’s cover but never got around to reading it. It was a free download on Amazon so I, naturally downloaded it. But left in lying in my free download list on my Kindle, then a few months back I realised that these books are made free for a reason, to attract attention, followers and get reviews, so I revised my review strategy. I now read on free download book and one review book. Treating both as a review book. So the time came and it was TLTLandTH turn. I was so excited. My exci...more I adored this book’s cover but never got around to reading it. It was a free download on Amazon so I, naturally downloaded it. But left in lying in my free download list on my Kindle, then a few months back I realised that these books are made free for a reason, to attract attention, followers and get reviews, so I revised my review strategy. I now read on free download book and one review book. Treating both as a review book. So the time came and it was TLTLandTH turn. I was so excited. My excitement could not prepare me for the brilliance of the book. I adore psychological thrillers and this here was tailor made for me. The book is intelligently written, never underestimating the reader’s ability to remember facts and to come to a set of conclusions. The end however, although the author leads the reader to come to a certain amount of correct conclusions still comes as a total surprise. Plot wise this book is most assuredly at 5 thrill * read.
The two main characters, Patrick in particular is shown in his human frailty and his heroism towards the end. By the time you finish the book you will feel as if a good friend is leaving for a long trip and you know you are going to miss him. I loved the novelty with which CJ’s character is developed within the book, she is shown as strong and the reader gets to know her through the contrasts in her personality, again very human, again very effective. When it comes to the characters that support and fluff out the plot, Patrick’s mother is an evil old witch. Her actions at times seriously did not seem THAT bad to me but again the author takes the reader through time and hints at much more than what is said. The final straw was her role in Patrick’s drug over dose. I was truly shocked at this part and loved that the author could shock me with a character. For character development I again give this book a 5 I-known-that man review rating.
Like I said in the beginning of the book, I loved this book, I loved reading it and hated leaving the characters when the need arose, and the writing style is easy but never condescending. The plot is intricate without being convoluted. For entertainment value I give this book a 10 thrill * rating.
In total that brings me to 7 * and one for an awesome cover and title. Thus an easy 8 * review rating and an open invitation to the author to contact me with any of his books he needs reviews on.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Lion-Lamb-Hun...
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Jun 25, 2012 Lisa rated it 5 of 5 stars

This book is far more complex and multilayered than I had expected. You have the basic premise: 'who killed the toddler Nathan 30 years ago?' A reporter (Patrick) aims to find out.
But then Kaufman takes us on a tour of Patrick's troubled childhood, which is every bit as interesting, readable and gut-wrenching as the original storyline. Kaufman moves us back and forth from present day to Patrick's past seamlessly, adding depth to each chapter.
The characters are well developed but not OVER develop

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This book is far more complex and multilayered than I had expected. You have the basic premise: 'who killed the toddler Nathan 30 years ago?' A reporter (Patrick) aims to find out.
But then Kaufman takes us on a tour of Patrick's troubled childhood, which is every bit as interesting, readable and gut-wrenching as the original storyline. Kaufman moves us back and forth from present day to Patrick's past seamlessly, adding depth to each chapter.
The characters are well developed but not OVER developed. (Kaufman gives his readers some credit) They read easily and are well fleshed out. Patrick is realistic & likable as an adult, and hauntingly touching as a child.

The story of Nathan, the missing child, is enough to keep mystery readers happy. We find sociopaths, mental hospitals, creepy small towns, mysterious cowboys, questionable officials and an array of strange behavior...
....but I think I enjoyed the understory of our character's bizarre upbringing just as much.

Kaufman's "The Lion, The Lamb, The Hunted" was suspenseful, disturbing and thoroughly entertaining.

This is the reason I read this book, and I have to say I concur completely. Not only did I finish it in a day, I lost even MORE sleep reworking all the subtle nuances of this book. I read books to get completely swept away, and this book did that and then some. Definitely one of the best I've read in a while. This author is now on my list. :)(less)

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Jun 15, 2012 Rick rated it 4 of 5 stars

I devoured two Andrew Kaufman novels in 4 days. The first was "While The Savage Sleeps", which was good. "The Lion, The Lamb, The Hunted" was better.
This book is far more complex and multilayered than I had expected. You have the basic premise: 'who killed the toddler Nathan 30 years ago?' A reporter (Patrick) aims to find out.
But then Kaufman takes us on a tour of Patrick's troubled childhood, which is every bit as interesting, readable and gut-wrenching as the original storyline. Kaufman moves...more

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Mar 25, 2012 Jennie rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: thrillers-psychodramas-mysteries

Finally, an interesting thriller! You can't help but connect with the protagonist, Patrick. While his history of abuse may be shocking to some readers, it certainly wasn't the worst case of abuse I have encountered (in novels or IRL). It did give him an interesting manifestation of a psychological disorder and frankly made him a very sympathetic main character.

What I most loved about this is that Kaufman didn't try to insert a romance into his thriller. Thank fucking God. I have recently writte...more

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Mar 02, 2012 Misty Baker rated it 5 of 5 stars

A girl can only take so much angst, so realizing (2 days ago) that I have read WAY to many YA books lately, (and I’m starting to have horrendous HS flashbacks) I decided to jump back into an old favorite of mine…Psychological thrillers.

Back in December I left y’all hanging, (with what I’m now proclaiming to be a ridiculously tiny excerpt,) of Andrew’s Kaufman’s newest book “The Lion, The Lamb, The Hunted.” And since I too, was left hungry for more, I decided it was high time that I get to it.

I a...more

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Dec 28, 2011 Dc13 rated it 5 of 5 stars

I had the amazing thrill of not only reading Andrew's first book, "While the Savage Sleeps", but to also get the the chance to talk to him often through GR. I thought "Savage..." was damned near perfect and since I've enjoyed getting to chat with Drew....I looked forward to this new book...but let me just say WOW!!!
This isn't just a good book folks....IT ROCKS!!!
Drew has a way of making you feel the pain he so deviously puts his character characters through. And the shocking end! As a rule I'm p...more

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Feb 07, 2013 Monnie rated it 5 of 5 stars

At the time I downloaded this Kindle book at Amazon, 251 readers had awarded it a 5-star rating. I also read that author Andrew E. Kaufman's debut forensic paranormal novel, While the Savage Sleeps, was ranked No. 1 on two of Amazon's best-sellers lists. So, I wasn't overly concerned about wasting my time (I already knew I wasn't wasting money; it was free when I snagged it and it's only $3.99 as I write this).

Now that I've finished, I'm happy to say I've added another vote for the 5-star list....more At the time I downloaded this Kindle book at Amazon, 251 readers had awarded it a 5-star rating. I also read that author Andrew E. Kaufman's debut forensic paranormal novel, While the Savage Sleeps, was ranked No. 1 on two of Amazon's best-sellers lists. So, I wasn't overly concerned about wasting my time (I already knew I wasn't wasting money; it was free when I snagged it and it's only $3.99 as I write this).

Now that I've finished, I'm happy to say I've added another vote for the 5-star list. At 291 pages, it's on the short side for a novel; but at twice that, I'd have been hard-pressed to put it down until I finished the whole thing.

The story centers on Patrick Bannister, a news reporter for a national publication whose mother - easily the Mother from Hell - has died. When he reluctantly returns home for the funeral, he begins to suspect that his mother and her still-alive brother, a wealthy senator, may have been involved in the kidnapping of a three-year-old boy more than 30 years ago. Although the body was never found, a man was convicted for the murder and sent to the electric chair.

Determined to ferret out the truth, Bannister returns to the scene of the crime, joins forces with a local reporter and the two set out to revisit the evidence and interview anyone who was around at the time of the kidnapping. Early on, clues surface that all wasn't what it should have been back then; but just as early on, it becomes clear that someone, or several someones, aren't happy that doors to the past are being opened. And every now and then, a chapter returns to recollections from Patrick's horrendous childhood - events which have haunted him ever since and add a touch of fuel to his desire to get to the truth.

I do want to go on record as saying an "Aha!" moment hit me as I finished Chapter 10 - a light bulb suddenly went on and I was certain I'd correctly guessed a key piece of the plot's puzzle. Exactly how that would play into the ending I didn't know, but it sure gave me an extra motivator to get to the last page as fast as I could (which I was doing anyway just because the book is so good). And also for the record, I was absolutely right.
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May 19, 2012 Cassandra Heaton rated it 4 of 5 stars

This was my first mystery/suspense novel, and I have to say, it was very enjoyable. Ok, so it was a little predictable, I figured out the "surprise ending" in the beginning, but it was entertaining enough for me to read through the whole book just to see if I was right. I think the characters are what made the difference for me. I found the main character to be a very well developed, likeable and realistic character. The fact that he has obsessive-compulsive disorder, for example, made him feel...more

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May 15, 2012 Maggie rated it 3 of 5 stars

This story is narrated through the views of the main character,Patrick Bannister. A crime reporter working for News World national magazine. He lives in Hayward, California.

The brief given covering what this book is about, really doesn't need an other synopsis added to it. So I will just add my overall review.You know from the beginning who is behind the crime that happened over thirty years previously. The disappearance of three year old Nathan Allan Kingsley, from Texas, and the fact that a bo...more This story is narrated through the views of the main character,Patrick Bannister. A crime reporter working for News World national magazine. He lives in Hayward, California.

The brief given covering what this book is about, really doesn't need an other synopsis added to it. So I will just add my overall review.You know from the beginning who is behind the crime that happened over thirty years previously. The disappearance of three year old Nathan Allan Kingsley, from Texas, and the fact that a body was never found gave away to my suspicions about Patrick. I don't mind knowing these things from the start. I love to read about the investigation involved and how all the different links finally connect together, but I also like to see a surprise coming or a twist in the plot, that unfortunately didn't happen here. Maybe I should rephrase that, it didn't happen for me, but if by any chance you didn't get what I figured out at the beginning, you will get that surprise in the story. The ending of this story was wrapped up very fast, giving full explanation about Nathan and the reason behind why he was taken from his mother all those years ago. It also gives you a glimpse of how Patrick is doing three years on. It could say was too neatly done, except for letting us know any more about Nathan's father, Dennis.

Patrick was a compelling character, and the chapters interspersed through out this story about his growing up, being verbally and emotionally abused by his mother was painful to read. A young boy, crying out for the love of his mother. This story is going to leave a lingering effect on me for some time. A intriguing mystery, with the narration by Patrick perfectly done, and the fact he was a journalist, I can see why the author did this, staying close to Patrick's character. I see there is to be a sequel to this book. Now I am surprised because this book ended in such away, you weren't expecting a sequel. I guess I got my twist after all, and yes I will keep an eye out for that book.(less)

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Nov 15, 2012 Aaronni rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: read-november-2012

This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. I really enjoyed this book, from the beginning to (almost) the end. I borrowed this book on my Kindle and devoured it in 3 days (which is an anomaly because I read and write in my career, so I don't read as much); nevertheless, I read this entire book.

PROS:
This book takes you on a nerve tingling journey through the MC's childhood and subsequent journey for justice for a murdered/kidnapped child. This book is devilishly competent when it comes to creating characters and their motives.

CONS (many o...more

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Jun 04, 2012 Bernardine Santos rated it 5 of 5 stars

"No matter how bad the circumstances, you can always rise from the ashes."

The best thriller I've read so far. The author has done a fantastic job on putting the events in good (or best?) order. The story is clearly said. No vague phases. Words are straight-forward and easy to depict. I just couldn't find a flaw in this book. You can't find a dull part of it. It would really make you flip the pages again and again in thirst to find more details on the murder of a child that turned out the be the...more

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Nov 06, 2012 Lisa rated it 3 of 5 stars

A pretty good read for the most part, the first half was 4 stars but it went to a 3 star somewhere past the half way mark, so overall really a 3.5 star. Unfortunately for me I guessed the ending very early on so there was no OMG moment. I felt the latter half of the book somewhat lacked suspense, you might think that it was because I knew what was coming but even when I knew what was going on I still enjoyed much of the initial story. Like the lead character the story was a little detached, it d...more

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Oct 17, 2012 Joanne rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2012-books-read

This is a very good murder mystery with some nice twists.
Patrick Bannister is back at Black Lake to attend the funeral of his mother, who he hasn't seen in 15 years. He has become a writer for a national magazine as soon as he finished college. He and his mother lived in an abusive household, with Patrick being foisted off to his uncle, Warren, quite a bit. Warren is a senator and therefore, has a lot of money.
Patrick's mother was extremely psychologically abusive while he was growing up. His fa...more

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Aug 05, 2012 John Podlaski rated it 5 of 5 stars

This book had my mind spinning from the very beginning. There are so many twists and turns along the way that it keeps you guessing. Patrick is a reporter for a nationwide audience. He eventually teams up with a local small town reporter in a quest to solve the decades old kidnapping and murder of one of the town's children. Leads are scarce, but every time they find something, witnesses and people who may have some answers are turning up dead. Somebody is also after him for resurrecting this ca...more

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Apr 22, 2012 Cathy rated it 4 of 5 stars

When Patrick Bannister's mother passes away he discovers items of evidence amongst her possessions which implicate his mother and uncle (senator) in a crime which took place thirty years earlier. The crime involved a repeat sex offender who was sentenced to death row and the electric chair, as a result of the kidnapping and murder of a three year old child. Patrick sets out to investigate the crime and to discover the truth about his mother and uncle's involvement, by visiting and interviewing t...more

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Apr 05, 2012 Noeleen rated it 4 of 5 stars

Andrew E. Kaufman's, The Lion, The Lamb, The Hunted has all the elements required in a good psychological thriller.

This was my April challenge book in the Readers of Kindle Books group. I have wanted to read this book for a while but I always kept putting it to one side and I don't know why! Thanks to Courtney for selecting it as my read for this month, I really liked this one.

When Patrick Bannister's mother passes away he discovers items of evidence amongst her possessions which implicate his...more Andrew E. Kaufman's, The Lion, The Lamb, The Hunted has all the elements required in a good psychological thriller.

This was my April challenge book in the Readers of Kindle Books group. I have wanted to read this book for a while but I always kept putting it to one side and I don't know why! Thanks to Courtney for selecting it as my read for this month, I really liked this one.

When Patrick Bannister's mother passes away he discovers items of evidence amongst her possessions which implicate his mother and uncle in a crime which took place thirty years earlier. The crime involved a repeat sex offender who was sentenced to death row and the electric chair, as a result of the kidnapping and murder of a three year old child. Patrick sets out to investigate the crime and to discover the truth about his mother and uncle's involvement, by visiting and interviewing those close to the case.

Unexpectedly, Patrick is a much loveable and gentle character and the format of the book which alternates back and forth to his past and the abuse he suffered by his mother whilst he was growing up, is one of the best aspects of this book. One can understand the hatred Patrick felt for his mother as a result of the abuse and comprehend his current challenges with OCD. The further Patrick investigates the crime and interacts with the characters he comes in contact with makes this book quite a difficult one to put down. Initially Patrick starts off as the hunter in this book but soon the tables turn and he becomes the hunted.

Kaufman's writing is excellent and this was one of the things I really liked about the book. My preference is for short chapters which get to the point without losing any momentum in the pace of the story and this book certainly met those requirements. As I read more through the book, I could definitely see this book come to life as a good movie. Although I guessed some of the ending in the early stages, I didn't guess all of it. In addition, I really liked the fact that the author didn't wrap up the story nicely with a typical romantic ending for Patrick. The only down side of this book for me was the ending which was only just slightly disappointing and I felt it kind of ended in a rushed manner, however, I wouldn't let this put off anyone reading the book.

If you are looking for a good well written thriller, that you can read in a couple of days, that will hold your interest and keep you guessing until the end, this book is ideal. I would have probably rated this book 3.5 stars but I pushed to the 4 stars because of Kaufman's excellent writing.
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Feb 18, 2013 Cheryl rated it 5 of 5 stars

I started reading "The Lion, The Lamb, The Hunted" last evening, got thoroughly engrossed in the book and read through the night until I finished it.

Patrick Bannister is a damaged protagonist, obsessive compulsive, emotionally abused by his mother, Camilla, all of his years growing up. And he asks a question that all abused children ask, I believe: If your own mother doesn't love you, who will?

When Patrick comes home for his mother's last few moments and then her funeral, he finds evidence of a...more

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Feb 10, 2013 Stephanie Wideman rated it 5 of 5 stars

I loved this book! The story is about this man, Patrick, who grew up with a bi-polar mother who abused him and an uncle who doted on him as a son but was never there when it mattered. The story opens up at the mother's funeral. While getting some of his things, Pat finds an old letter and a necklace that starts him on the path to find out what happened to a missing and presumed dead boy. He knows his mother and uncle are involved, but how? The body has been buried, as the note says, but what hap...more

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Jul 15, 2012 Lynda Kelly rated it 5 of 5 stars

This was a very good book indeed. A guy goes home to bury his estranged mum and in her personal effects finds things that seem to be related to a thirty year old kidnapping of a little three year old boy that was never found. He decides to investigate this very cold case to find out what she was hiding. His uncle, a senator, seems to be involved too.
A man had been arrested a year after the crime and executed in Texas so a lot of people are convinced it was case closed and don't seem keen to have...more

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Jun 19, 2012 Natasha rated it 2 of 5 stars

Shelves: comtemporary-fiction

Meh. I found it predictable and the background story was not all that interesting to me, so it was a bit of a drag to get through it. Clearly it's very popular, so I am just not the intended audience. I think if you like Dan Brown's The Da Vinci Code and find Dan to be an exceptional writer, you'll like this writer as well. It's just not my cup of tea. I prefer Stephen King, Edith Wharton, Robert Jordan, and Christopher Moore.

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May 04, 2012 Daisy*•.♥.•* rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: thriller-suspense, my-favorites

Why did I not read this sooner!!!?? WOW what a very suspenseful ride this was! It was action packed from the first chapter! I loved every minute of reading this book. I do have to admit that I did catch on the some of the ending while reading the book, however there was a twist that I was not expecting! The only complaint that I have is that it was so good I felt the action that happened at the end could have lasted longer! I was disappointed that the build-up throughout the whole book, should h...more

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Feb 13, 2012 Christina (Ensconced in YA) rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: librarything-wins

I received this book from Librarything in exchange for an honest review.

I have a backlog of books that I have to read and review and really was just trying to skim the first few pages of several books to see what I was in for. I started this novel and after about two pages, I was hooked. It is dark, many times frightening, crisply written and fast paced. I enjoyed getting to know the narrator, the other reporter that he meets, and the unveiling of his past at the same time as the mystery was unf...more

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Mar 28, 2013 Penny rated it 5 of 5 stars

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I don't really know why I enjoyed this book so much, maybe because of the easy way it's been written. I enjoyed learning about the main character of the story, Patrick, and although we are used to hearing of the hero having problems, his problems were very original which made the whole read a fresh experience for me.

The story itself had enough twists in it to hold my interest, and a couple of red herrings thrown in there for good measure. I figured some of the conclusion out quite early on, then...more

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