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A.J. McCarthy

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Born

in Quebec City, Canada

August 31

Website

http://www.ajackmccarthy.com

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Suspense, Thriller, Mystery

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March 2015

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As an author of mystery suspense novels, A.J. McCarthy is always on the lookout for new ideas. Her friends and family are cautious, concerned they may become a victim in her next novel. Those who are more adventurous offer up ideas and are willing to sacrifice certain family members for the cause. A.J. bides her time, waiting for the right moment and the perfect victim. She hides behind a quiet façade, and few know what she’s really thinking.
A.J. grew up reading Agatha Christie, Sidney Sheldon, and many other masters of mystery and suspense. A lifelong love of the genre evolved. She’s a member of Crime Writers of Canada, Sisters in Crime, and International Thriller Writers. When she isn’t writing, chances are she is reading.

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Average rating: 4.18 · 2,547 ratings · 358 reviews · 13 distinct works • Similar authors

	Sins of the Fathers (Charlie and Simm Mystery #1) 4.20 avg rating — 1,301 ratings — published 2017 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Cold Betrayal 4.04 avg rating — 487 ratings — published 2018 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	By the Book 4.11 avg rating — 163 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Other Side (Charlie and Simm Mystery #2) 4.41 avg rating — 132 ratings — published 2022 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Legacy of Fear 4.14 avg rating — 135 ratings — published 2019 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Faux Friends 4.17 avg rating — 127 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	A Stranger in the Family (Charlie and Simm Mystery #3) 4.23 avg rating — 111 ratings — published 2023 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Smoke and Secrets (Charlie and Simm Mystery #4) 4.42 avg rating — 64 ratings — published 2025	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Betrayal 4.69 avg rating — 13 ratings — published 2015 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	A Rock (Charlie and Simm Mystery #0.5) 4.60 avg rating — 10 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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I listened to the audiobook version of this novel and I soaked up every word. This is the first novel I've read by this author, and I'll be reading the other as well. Loved the writing, the setting, and the character development. Well done. ...more
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What a great follow-up novel! Katy Kiss is back in all her brilliant, klutzy, funny, dramatic glory. I love this character and her snarky, well-meaning, best friend Jesse. Anderson has created another engaging novel that combines serious topics with ...more
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I listened to the audiobook of this novel. Perhaps I would have liked it more in print. Perhaps not. I didn’t connect with the protagonist, and I found it dragged at times. Not my favourite Connelly novel.
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