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Proof: A Novel (Bloodline Trilogy #1)
by
Jordyn Redwood (Goodreads Author)
Dr. Lilly Reeves is a young, accomplished ER physician with her whole life ahead of her. But that life instantly changes when she becomes the fifth victim of a serial rapist. Believing it’s the only way to recover her reputation and secure peace for herself, Lilly sets out to find--and punish--her assailant. Sporting a mysterious tattoo and unusually colored eyes, the rapi...more
Paperback, 308 pages
Published
June 2012
by Kregel Publications
(first published April 10th 2012)
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Aug 17, 2012
Vera Godley
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5 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
adults that enjoy medical thrillers that are clean
Author, Jordyn Redwood writes from the standpoint and first-hand knowledge of a long-time experienced emergency room nurse. In her first novel, Proof, she opens with a fast paced scene in the ER with Dr. Lilly Reeves handling a recent rape case. She confronts the on hand detective in the ER about the "serial" rapist at large. Little did Dr. Reeves know that she would be the next victim.
The character of Dr. Reeves is strong as is typical of a woman doctor. She is strong in the medical profession...more
The character of Dr. Reeves is strong as is typical of a woman doctor. She is strong in the medical profession...more
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Proof was a great read! I thoroughly enjoyed the whole book and loved the ending! The characters were great and I particularly liked Nathan and Kadin - both seemed like great guys.
The plot to the story was fantastic and I didn't see what was coming in the book. I loved learning more about DNA and things related to it. Some of the medical terms were hard to follow, but overall it w...more
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Proof was a great read! I thoroughly enjoyed the whole book and loved the ending! The characters were great and I particularly liked Nathan and Kadin - both seemed like great guys.
The plot to the story was fantastic and I didn't see what was coming in the book. I loved learning more about DNA and things related to it. Some of the medical terms were hard to follow, but overall it w...more
This was a pretty clean, medical, psychological thriller type book. It is apparently labeled as Christian fiction, which was a little evident throughout, although not too gaggy. It deals with rape and murder, but not in gory ways. It focuses more on the impact than on the actual crimes. Overall it was a fine read. I will probaby continue reading the trilogy.
It's tough to say I enjoyed reading this book due to its gritty plot. But it was a very engaging read. I've certainly never read anything like it in CBA (but that could be due to the fact that i don't usually read suspense/medical thrillers). Technically very sound with police and medical details, but some plot teasers at the beginning were never fully satisfied, and one device in particular was too "deus ex machina" for me; but it is a quality read nonetheless, and I will be on the lookout for...more
Dr. Lilly Reeves has put her troubled childhood behind her, and now lives a successful, largley content life as an ER physician. However, after she becomes victim to a brutal crime, she plumets into darkness, struggling to make her way through each day. When DNA evidence clears the suspect of his crimes, Lilly decides to find the proof she needs to put the perpetrator away forever. As she forays into a "mystery that science cannot comprehend", she finds herself on the run from evil, with her ver...more
I just found this book at Sam's Club and it sounded good, so I bought it and I sure am glad I did. The first paragraph grabs the reader and demands that they continue. By the end of chapter 2 it was ER meets Criminal Minds. This book was one big huge roller coaster ride. You're scared and want to get off but you're enjoying the ride too much to stop. Wow is not good enough to describe this book.
The author is a medical professional and knows what she's talking about. I loved the chimera angle and...more
The author is a medical professional and knows what she's talking about. I loved the chimera angle and...more
An excellent read, especially if you love medical mysteries with rare physical phenomenons as much as I do. This is the first of the Bloodlines trilogy by Jordyn Redwood, and I'm pretty sure if you read one you will grab the others, too. I give this one a solid five thumbs up.
Lilly Reeves is an emergency room physician on duty when a pregnant young woman involved in a traffic "accident" is wheeled through the door. The cops follow, wanting to talk to the unconscious woman because it appears a tr...more
Lilly Reeves is an emergency room physician on duty when a pregnant young woman involved in a traffic "accident" is wheeled through the door. The cops follow, wanting to talk to the unconscious woman because it appears a tr...more
I just finished reading Proof, the first in the Bloodline Trilogy, by Jordyn Redwood. I have been wanting to read it for months but due to work deadlines and just overall busyness of life, hadn’t had a chance to start it until last week. Was it ever worth the wait! I read it cover to cover in one week exactly, and would have read it quicker had life not gotten in the way.
This book has it all. Not only was I drawn to the characters, but I was drawn to the storyline. I was totally immersed in wha...more
This book has it all. Not only was I drawn to the characters, but I was drawn to the storyline. I was totally immersed in wha...more
Torrence Campbell was transported to Sage Medical Center ER after her involvement in a high-speed, T-boned motor vehicle accident. And she’s pregnant. Dr. Lilly Reeves is ready to leave at the end of her shift, but can’t find her keys, so she takes the Trauma Code call. Mother and baby don’t survive. One of the nurses, Sonya, knew her and they were due on the same day.
Detective Nathan Long thinks the MVA was intentional. But he has skeletons in his closet that cause him to second guess himself t...more
Detective Nathan Long thinks the MVA was intentional. But he has skeletons in his closet that cause him to second guess himself t...more
This first time author has left me amazed. An extremely fast paced and gripping thriller, sans any unnecessary dramatics. No high octane car chases, or guns or fights, and yet it compels you to turn the page.
We know who the rapist/killer is by the middle of the book. The mystery, however, lies in trying to prove that he indeed is the one, especially with DNA testing giving the man a clean chit. Using some excellent insights into the science of genetics, the author weaves a story that leaves the...more
We know who the rapist/killer is by the middle of the book. The mystery, however, lies in trying to prove that he indeed is the one, especially with DNA testing giving the man a clean chit. Using some excellent insights into the science of genetics, the author weaves a story that leaves the...more
Warning: If you are about to read this book, late at night, loss of sleep is almost guaranteed. You will NOT want to put this one down until you finish, but trust me, it's well worth it! If you love a great suspense thriller, then you will want to pick up Proof by Jordyn Redwood, the first book in the Bloodline Trilogy. This one is definitely geared to hook you from the first page and keep you turning pages as fast as you can because it's that good!
Emergency Room doctor, Lilly Reeves has seemed...more
Emergency Room doctor, Lilly Reeves has seemed...more
PROOF --- The best book I’ve read in 2012.
I had to read PROOF in one sitting, almost. I love a fast-paced, edgy medical / police thriller and this one was like butter icing, it was so good. PROOF had twists and turns that had me turning the pages, dying to find out how it was possible. This medical specialist author stunned me with her ability to throw me curves I did not expect.
Each aspect of the heroine’s life as an ER physician is perfectly detailed. You feel you are right there in the emerge...more
I had to read PROOF in one sitting, almost. I love a fast-paced, edgy medical / police thriller and this one was like butter icing, it was so good. PROOF had twists and turns that had me turning the pages, dying to find out how it was possible. This medical specialist author stunned me with her ability to throw me curves I did not expect.
Each aspect of the heroine’s life as an ER physician is perfectly detailed. You feel you are right there in the emerge...more
Proof
By: Jordyn Redwood
This is an awesome book! Proof will grab hold of you from page one and not turn lose. The main question running through the whole book is, “Is there any proof that will bring a monster to justice?” Dr Lilly Reeves knows who the serial rapist is, but she can’t prove it. She is struggling with her own demons and isn’t credited with knowing what is going on. With everyone against her, she strikes out on her own to find proof that will condemn the serial rapist, and come to gr...more
By: Jordyn Redwood
This is an awesome book! Proof will grab hold of you from page one and not turn lose. The main question running through the whole book is, “Is there any proof that will bring a monster to justice?” Dr Lilly Reeves knows who the serial rapist is, but she can’t prove it. She is struggling with her own demons and isn’t credited with knowing what is going on. With everyone against her, she strikes out on her own to find proof that will condemn the serial rapist, and come to gr...more
WOW!! Where to start?! The book captured the tense moments of the ER so well and set pace to the story to come. Got a bit slow with Lilly's depression but man-oh-man what a twister regarding the evidence. After that its an high-octane ride till the end. To borrow a phrase from Fred Weasley, 'its simply corking".
Jordyn Redwood in her new book, “Proof” Book One in the Bloodline Trilogy series published by Kregel Publications brings us into the life of Dr. Lilly Reeves.
From the back cover: After DNA evidence clears a suspected serial rapist of grisly crimes, ER physician Dr. Lilly Reeves takes matters into her own hands. Police detectives think she’s a danger to the case, and her colleges worry her obsession will be detrimental to her health. But Lilly can’t stop, even if it means digging into a dark myst...more
From the back cover: After DNA evidence clears a suspected serial rapist of grisly crimes, ER physician Dr. Lilly Reeves takes matters into her own hands. Police detectives think she’s a danger to the case, and her colleges worry her obsession will be detrimental to her health. But Lilly can’t stop, even if it means digging into a dark myst...more
I was never good at book reports, but I have to say this was a fantastic story, especially for a debut novel. I will definitely be getting Ms. Redwood's next book (Poison, due in February I think) and if it is only half as good as this one it will be worth it.
A serial rapist has already four known victims. His description can only fit one person, yet DNA exonerates him. How is this possible? From the back of the book "after DNA evidence clears a suspected serial rapist of grisly crimes, ER phys...more
A serial rapist has already four known victims. His description can only fit one person, yet DNA exonerates him. How is this possible? From the back of the book "after DNA evidence clears a suspected serial rapist of grisly crimes, ER phys...more
I was hesitant to read this book, I thought the rape scene might be too graphic for me (wasn't), and that they'd keep rehashing the graphic rape scene (didn't). I didn't realize that it was a christian novel, and it didn't really show until near the end of the book, and even then wasn't bad. I was concerned that the medical jargon would be showy, over the top, and above my head, and it wasn't. It was just enough that it was realistic, and it fit the characters and the setting, that it all flowed...more
My mom read this and I'll be honest, the cover dragged me in. It just has so much appeal to it (hence its shelving). But I heard highs and lows about it and thought--why not? I need to read 150 books anyway. So...I started reading.
And reading.
And it took me a few days to finish it. But it is definitely a well-written roller coaster. Redwood takes readers on a journey that seems downhill, but then a triumphant surge gives them hope. But like a harpoon spearing a hot air balloon, we're slammed bac...more
And reading.
And it took me a few days to finish it. But it is definitely a well-written roller coaster. Redwood takes readers on a journey that seems downhill, but then a triumphant surge gives them hope. But like a harpoon spearing a hot air balloon, we're slammed bac...more
Wow! This book is so intense!! Don't expect to sleep much once you pick it up bc the plot is just nonstop, it doesn't let up for a minute. Twists and turns that I never saw coming. I had no idea how everything was going to come together until the last moment. And I learned a little bit of medical trivia in the process as well. Always fun. :) The author did a great job of making me really care about the characters very quickly, pretty much all of them, I couldn't pick a favorite. I was up too lat...more
“Proof,” by Jordyn Redwood is a fast-moving, suspense-filled read with the power to keep the reader turning pages from the first to the last. With ER doctor, Lilly Reeves, Redwood has created a heroine/victim with the ability to wrap the heart of her reader around her finger. Insightful portrayal of both victim and madman make this story leap off the page and capture the imagination.
Intricate twists and turns of medical intrigue, police investigation, and psychopathic mania are portrayed on each...more
Intricate twists and turns of medical intrigue, police investigation, and psychopathic mania are portrayed on each...more
“Proof,” by Jordyn Redwood is a fast-moving, suspense-filled read with the power to keep the reader turning pages from the first to the last. With ER doctor, Lilly Reeves, Redwood has created a heroine/victim with the ability to wrap the heart of her reader around her finger. Insightful portrayal of both victim and madman make this story leap off the page and capture the imagination.
Intricate twists and turns of medical intrigue, police investigation, and psychopathic mania are portrayed on each...more
Intricate twists and turns of medical intrigue, police investigation, and psychopathic mania are portrayed on each...more
Wow!!! This book is intense, nail-bitting and nerve racking until the very end. It can be hard for some to read but it is very well written and with a great plot. I I highly recommend it!!
If you enjoy fast-paced suspense, Proof by Jordyn Redwood is a must-read. When Dr. Lilly Reeves, M.D. thinks the police investigation moves too slowly and in the wrong direction, she makes a plan to do it her way. Trying to track a suspected serial rapist, she makes herself a bigger target for the suspect and also puts her out of touch with the detectives who want to help her. Lilly uncovers clue after clue but doesn’t share her information with the police. She continues working on her own to th...more
If you like medical suspense novels and captivating intrigue then you must pick up Book 1 of Jordyn Redwoods medical/suspense trilogy: Proof
The cover should captivate you but if it doesn't pick the book up... Open it. and be prepared for an exciting and intriguing journey! Trust me, you won't be sorry!
I enjoy thrillers, so this book was a great read for me. I also enjoy books where the author brings his/her own experience to the story, as this author does with her knowledge of emergency and critical care nursing.
This was an action-packed page turner with a compelling plot. I loved Jordyn's ability to create believable characters who submit to the pressure of adversity, yet demonstrate enough resilience to bounce back and meet challenges head on.
Jordyn kept me guessing up to the very end as to...more
This was an action-packed page turner with a compelling plot. I loved Jordyn's ability to create believable characters who submit to the pressure of adversity, yet demonstrate enough resilience to bounce back and meet challenges head on.
Jordyn kept me guessing up to the very end as to...more
Proof by Jordyn Redwood kept my attention from the beginning, with intricate characters, and a storyline that pulls you in; Proof was one of the best books that I'd read in a long time. I found myself turning page after page, wanting so badly to figure out this crazy mystery, and the answer shocked my and got me thinking and even taught me some things I'd never known before. A lil bit CSI, a smidge of your classic medical drama, some action and intrigue, not to mention a mystery; Proof was just...more
This was a really good book. I was hooked from the beginning. The medical mystery was fascinating. I am fairly conversant with medical stuff, but this was something I had never heard of before.
This was a great effort for a debut novel. There were a couple of wording issues--surmise instead of survey, for example--but nothing really major. I would have liked to see a couple of plot points better fleshed out, like what they found under one victim's fingernails, and how Lilly's aunt was convinced...more
This was a great effort for a debut novel. There were a couple of wording issues--surmise instead of survey, for example--but nothing really major. I would have liked to see a couple of plot points better fleshed out, like what they found under one victim's fingernails, and how Lilly's aunt was convinced...more
Proof was a really good book. When I got about half way through, I was thinking, "Okay, this is a pretty good story. Good writing and characters. I'll probably end up giving it 4 stars."
Boy! Have I learned not to judge too soon! It seems after I thought that...that the book just took off! By the time I read the last page, I was hanging on to every word, breathless to see how any of this could come out well for Lilly.
Excellent, excellent job, Jordyn Redwood!! I LOVED the whole medical side of thi...more
Boy! Have I learned not to judge too soon! It seems after I thought that...that the book just took off! By the time I read the last page, I was hanging on to every word, breathless to see how any of this could come out well for Lilly.
Excellent, excellent job, Jordyn Redwood!! I LOVED the whole medical side of thi...more
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I really enjoy medical fiction, and I was amazed that this was the author’s debut novel. With the mystery and suspense, twists and turns in this book, readers will keep their eyes glued to the pages until the end. I certainly didn’t want to put this book down after I started reading it. I really like Dr. Lilly, and felt so bad for her as she tries to clear her name and reputation on her own…but Lilly has spunk and she’s not about to let the rapist go free.
I strongly encourage readers to grab a c...more
I strongly encourage readers to grab a c...more
What a great book! I figured out who the bad guy was the first time he was introduced. Just got a funky feeling about him... but I did get thrown off course a time or two. AND I'm really mad about the death of a relatively important character!
I guess I understand the motivation but I still don't like it! (0= What a great message. It was an interesting twist. There were times I felt that I wasn't being very sympathetic toward the main character, but I thought her reaction was real.
I thought it...more
I guess I understand the motivation but I still don't like it! (0= What a great message. It was an interesting twist. There were times I felt that I wasn't being very sympathetic toward the main character, but I thought her reaction was real.
I thought it...more
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Jordyn Redwood is a pediatric ER nurse by day, suspense author at night. Her love of all things medical led to the creation of Redwood's Medical Edge-- a blog devoted to helping contemporary and historical novelists write medically accurate fiction.
Her debut medical thriller, Proof, released June, 2012. It examines the real life possibility of DNA testing setting a guilty criminal free.
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Her debut medical thriller, Proof, released June, 2012. It examines the real life possibility of DNA testing setting a guilty criminal free.
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