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Emma Griffin FBI Mysteries #31
The Girl and the Inmate
Would you trust a felon?
FBI agent Emma Griffin has seen more than her fair share of bizarre and brutal cases.
While still recovering from the horrific experience with her stalker.
Emma receives an unexpected call.
An escaped inmate, requesting her help...
A man that was last seen hovering over a bodyguard’s bloody body. Then fleeing the crime scene in panic. With the search from him still ongoing, Emma continues to receive surprising calls.
It feels like a complicated game of telephone. Unfortunately, a simple misunderstanding leads to many deaths.
This is a case of many twists and turns, and there’s one person whom you should never trust...
Ring. Ring.
FBI agent Emma Griffin has seen more than her fair share of bizarre and brutal cases.
While still recovering from the horrific experience with her stalker.
Emma receives an unexpected call.
An escaped inmate, requesting her help...
A man that was last seen hovering over a bodyguard’s bloody body. Then fleeing the crime scene in panic. With the search from him still ongoing, Emma continues to receive surprising calls.
It feels like a complicated game of telephone. Unfortunately, a simple misunderstanding leads to many deaths.
This is a case of many twists and turns, and there’s one person whom you should never trust...
Ring. Ring.
206 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 30, 2024
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October 8, 2024
I love the Emma Griffin series, but The Girl and the Inmate seemed more confusing than usual. The books always leave you with a few cliffhangers, but this one seemed to have more than a few! It left me with more questions than answers.
October 5, 2025
Not Too Bad Of A Read
I have been reading this series, one after the other up to book 31. I can normally knock out a book in a couple of days, which is probably why I'm at three star review level... perhaps "series saturation." Make no mistake, the author can weave a good story and can keep the reader's interest, but man, at this stage I'm just getting tired of Emma. As long as you are onboard with her actions, you're good to go, if not Emma will go from professional to confrontational in 0.5 seconds. As long as those she interacts with phrases their concerns and cautions properly, then a discussion can continue. Say something that doesn't sit right with her and one can expect to be the recipient of being chastised, snapped at, or belittled. In this book, Sam, her husband, expresses concerns regarding her actions, and, as has been a common theme in this dynamic, she verbally " nukes" him, which leads Sam having to apologize, as he always does. So in essence its like, "Yes I know you care, but you're not going to stop me. And don't you dare tell me how to do my job or question my actions/decisions." And Sam... "I'm sorry." Then Emma gushes over how her husband supports her. Even her supervisory agent, Eric, had to cautious when when telling her about the heat he getting from his bosses regarding her handle of her investigation. Really? Anyway, the series isn't too bad of a read... I have six more before I put this to bed. I do like how everyone interacts with Xavier, and the constant mention of homemade cinnamon rolls, makes me wonder if the author has a really good recipe.
I have been reading this series, one after the other up to book 31. I can normally knock out a book in a couple of days, which is probably why I'm at three star review level... perhaps "series saturation." Make no mistake, the author can weave a good story and can keep the reader's interest, but man, at this stage I'm just getting tired of Emma. As long as you are onboard with her actions, you're good to go, if not Emma will go from professional to confrontational in 0.5 seconds. As long as those she interacts with phrases their concerns and cautions properly, then a discussion can continue. Say something that doesn't sit right with her and one can expect to be the recipient of being chastised, snapped at, or belittled. In this book, Sam, her husband, expresses concerns regarding her actions, and, as has been a common theme in this dynamic, she verbally " nukes" him, which leads Sam having to apologize, as he always does. So in essence its like, "Yes I know you care, but you're not going to stop me. And don't you dare tell me how to do my job or question my actions/decisions." And Sam... "I'm sorry." Then Emma gushes over how her husband supports her. Even her supervisory agent, Eric, had to cautious when when telling her about the heat he getting from his bosses regarding her handle of her investigation. Really? Anyway, the series isn't too bad of a read... I have six more before I put this to bed. I do like how everyone interacts with Xavier, and the constant mention of homemade cinnamon rolls, makes me wonder if the author has a really good recipe.
October 31, 2024
Read 2024 - this book was kind of all over the place. Emma was working on like 5 cases at once so it was hard to follow.
It starts with an inmate, Wyatt Larson, escaping from prison. Emma’s ex fiancé, Greg, put him away years prior so when Larson escaped, everyone thought he was coming for Emma. He was but he only wanted her help. He gave her information about a couple unsolved cases while he took care of things he wanted to and by the end, he let her take him back to prison like he said from the beginning.
With Larson’a help, Emma found a woman’s missing body and saved many victims from a trafficking ring. She also made some developments on the Terrance Brooks and Game Master case. Terrance Brooks was just an alliance and he has a past he was trying to cover up. Emma discovers other people who have been selected by the Game Master but she’s no closer to knowing who they are.
For me, the Game Master case is dragging on and I hope wraps up in the next book. This book wasn’t bad but there was no suspense or plot twists or anything, kind of felt like a filler within the series.
It starts with an inmate, Wyatt Larson, escaping from prison. Emma’s ex fiancé, Greg, put him away years prior so when Larson escaped, everyone thought he was coming for Emma. He was but he only wanted her help. He gave her information about a couple unsolved cases while he took care of things he wanted to and by the end, he let her take him back to prison like he said from the beginning.
With Larson’a help, Emma found a woman’s missing body and saved many victims from a trafficking ring. She also made some developments on the Terrance Brooks and Game Master case. Terrance Brooks was just an alliance and he has a past he was trying to cover up. Emma discovers other people who have been selected by the Game Master but she’s no closer to knowing who they are.
For me, the Game Master case is dragging on and I hope wraps up in the next book. This book wasn’t bad but there was no suspense or plot twists or anything, kind of felt like a filler within the series.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 29, 2024
actually 1.5
i’ve loved this series since book 1, but man did this one annoy me. Emma got on my nerves in this book, refusing to listen to sense or acknowledge the feelings of the people around her. instead, she would get angry, yell, or ice out anyone who dared to disagree with her, and i found myself actively rooting from something to happen to her instead of worrying about her like every other character. coupled with the overly simple and repetitive writing, it began to grate on my nerves by about 20% in. additionally, this one was the most formulaic, and seemed to mostly just talk about Emma traveling from place to place and talking to people while all of the important crime solving happened behind closed doors. at this point, Rivers’ habit of saving all the action for the last 20 pages of the book is frankly annoying and predictable, and i think i’m going to need a nice long break from Emma and her merry band before i can handle the formula of another.
i’ve loved this series since book 1, but man did this one annoy me. Emma got on my nerves in this book, refusing to listen to sense or acknowledge the feelings of the people around her. instead, she would get angry, yell, or ice out anyone who dared to disagree with her, and i found myself actively rooting from something to happen to her instead of worrying about her like every other character. coupled with the overly simple and repetitive writing, it began to grate on my nerves by about 20% in. additionally, this one was the most formulaic, and seemed to mostly just talk about Emma traveling from place to place and talking to people while all of the important crime solving happened behind closed doors. at this point, Rivers’ habit of saving all the action for the last 20 pages of the book is frankly annoying and predictable, and i think i’m going to need a nice long break from Emma and her merry band before i can handle the formula of another.
December 18, 2024
Just like all the other books in this series, this one is really good. Emma Griffin has the most interesting cases. And, usually more than one at a time. Plus, each book leads right into the next, making us readers always ready for more.
t was entertaining for a fictional thriller, but the story with Wyatt that avalanched into multiple other cases in parallel with the Game Master cases was implausible. Too much was left open at the prison and the ending was confusing.
This is a great read and I'm sad it is over. I can hardly wait for the next book in this series to come out but that isn't until next May, 2025. I love these
Books written by A. J. Rivers. She keeps me coming back for the next book and the next book. I've read them all. Thank you very much.
t was entertaining for a fictional thriller, but the story with Wyatt that avalanched into multiple other cases in parallel with the Game Master cases was implausible. Too much was left open at the prison and the ending was confusing.
This is a great read and I'm sad it is over. I can hardly wait for the next book in this series to come out but that isn't until next May, 2025. I love these
Books written by A. J. Rivers. She keeps me coming back for the next book and the next book. I've read them all. Thank you very much.
October 5, 2024
puzzles, mysteries, and a unique prison escapee
A life-sentence prisoner breaks out of prison and eludes pursuers - yet contacts Emma, as predicted.
The Game Master persists, targeting new “players”; nothing is ever simple and straightforward, except for the conclusion to the escapee’s trail.
A life-sentence prisoner breaks out of prison and eludes pursuers - yet contacts Emma, as predicted.
The Game Master persists, targeting new “players”; nothing is ever simple and straightforward, except for the conclusion to the escapee’s trail.
October 9, 2024
The Girl and the Inmate(Emma Griffin FBI Mystery Book 31)
OMG!!!!!! This book was amazing. I didn't want to stop reading, when I had to put it down, I couldn't stop thinking about it. Emma really got herself into a lot of stuff this time. If real FBI agents have to do as much as she did, I can see why they would burn out. I hope I get more from Emma Griffin.
OMG!!!!!! This book was amazing. I didn't want to stop reading, when I had to put it down, I couldn't stop thinking about it. Emma really got herself into a lot of stuff this time. If real FBI agents have to do as much as she did, I can see why they would burn out. I hope I get more from Emma Griffin.
November 21, 2024
a real cliff hanger
Really enjoyed this book. Emma sure is a busy person. Does she ever rest. I like how she befriends an escaped inmate and he give her hints on solving past crimes and present. Than turns himself in to her to go back to prison. But the ending of the book? Sure gonna be looking for the next book.
Really enjoyed this book. Emma sure is a busy person. Does she ever rest. I like how she befriends an escaped inmate and he give her hints on solving past crimes and present. Than turns himself in to her to go back to prison. But the ending of the book? Sure gonna be looking for the next book.
December 16, 2024
The girl and the Inmate
Rivers has outdone herself again. What a great read, it captures the reader immediately and builds throughout the whole book to the very end. The plot continues to thicken with Agent Griffin being involved with several different cases at one time. It keeps the readers guessing to the end. A must read book!!!
Rivers has outdone herself again. What a great read, it captures the reader immediately and builds throughout the whole book to the very end. The plot continues to thicken with Agent Griffin being involved with several different cases at one time. It keeps the readers guessing to the end. A must read book!!!
April 11, 2025
During a prison break, Wyatt Larsen is found standing over a dead guard's body. But he swears he didn't kill him. He escapes and contacts FBI Agent Emma Griffin for help. There's more to his story than expected, and he's got to set the record straight. This puts Emma on multiple paths of solving long-cold cases and missing person cases. But can she get the convict back in prison where he belongs?
October 2, 2024
The Girl and the Inmate
This series was always my favorite series. This book just did not do it for me . The ending makes no sense I was disappointed by this book. I hope the next book put an ending to the gamemaster.
This series was always my favorite series. This book just did not do it for me . The ending makes no sense I was disappointed by this book. I hope the next book put an ending to the gamemaster.
October 6, 2024
Another great read!
A.J. Rivers has done it again. The Girl and the Inmate is another adventure of Emma, her friends and family that is not to be missed. Twists and turns are everywhere, leaving us wanting more.
A.J. Rivers has done it again. The Girl and the Inmate is another adventure of Emma, her friends and family that is not to be missed. Twists and turns are everywhere, leaving us wanting more.
October 8, 2024
My head was spinning, this was excellent!
Oh my gosh, the suspense is killing me! Who is the Game Master?! Poor Emma, she’s got more than one thing going on this one, it was making me dizzy. Love the family moments she has in the midst of all the chaos.
Oh my gosh, the suspense is killing me! Who is the Game Master?! Poor Emma, she’s got more than one thing going on this one, it was making me dizzy. Love the family moments she has in the midst of all the chaos.
October 8, 2024
Outstanding book
This book was very compelling and I loved all the various aspects of the plot. As far as I’m concerned, it was one of the best Emma Griffin books. I’ve read so far. Keep them coming. I love Emma.
This book was very compelling and I loved all the various aspects of the plot. As far as I’m concerned, it was one of the best Emma Griffin books. I’ve read so far. Keep them coming. I love Emma.
October 10, 2024
Can't Wait for the Next One!
This was a great installment to the Emma Griffin saga, but the Gamemaster storyline has to come to a resolution soon. I'm sure AJ Rivers can find a new antagonist for Emma.
This was a great installment to the Emma Griffin saga, but the Gamemaster storyline has to come to a resolution soon. I'm sure AJ Rivers can find a new antagonist for Emma.
October 11, 2024
Different style but Emma
I love this series, but Emma is annoyingly stubborn to the point of exasperation. Please lay off of the independence. It takes away from the story and makes the book hard to read.
I love this series, but Emma is annoyingly stubborn to the point of exasperation. Please lay off of the independence. It takes away from the story and makes the book hard to read.
October 18, 2024
Great Reading
As always, Emma Griffin is a wonderful character and so are all the others...Sam, Dean, Xavier, Eric and the new ones. The storyline is great! I loved it and you will too!
As always, Emma Griffin is a wonderful character and so are all the others...Sam, Dean, Xavier, Eric and the new ones. The storyline is great! I loved it and you will too!
January 7, 2025
As usual AJ Rivers keeps you in suspense until the end and leaving you wanting the next book to come out quickly. This book was a great read with Emma having a case she's been investigating and also takes on investigating a couple others at the same time.
January 10, 2025
one day read!
Another great Emma Griffin book with her family and friends! Couldn’t put it down. Each book is different but has the same feel good help. Can’t wait for the next book in the series!!
Another great Emma Griffin book with her family and friends! Couldn’t put it down. Each book is different but has the same feel good help. Can’t wait for the next book in the series!!
January 15, 2025
DIFFERENT but EXCELLENT!
You are absolutely correct in your end-of-story comments. I LOVED it! Keep up the good work! Looking forward to the next installment!
P.S. You still need to get BETTER PROOF-READERS!!!
You are absolutely correct in your end-of-story comments. I LOVED it! Keep up the good work! Looking forward to the next installment!
P.S. You still need to get BETTER PROOF-READERS!!!
January 16, 2025
To jumbled
So many different story lines and characters not cohesive. No real conclusion no depth to the characters like tried go tell pieces of too many stories without res loving any
So many different story lines and characters not cohesive. No real conclusion no depth to the characters like tried go tell pieces of too many stories without res loving any
January 29, 2025
Redemption
I'm glad Wyatt found a type of redemption in what he had done, but I'm also glad he kept his promise to go back to prison. I just hope he will be safe there after what he revealed was going on in the prison.
I'm glad Wyatt found a type of redemption in what he had done, but I'm also glad he kept his promise to go back to prison. I just hope he will be safe there after what he revealed was going on in the prison.
February 10, 2025
There are so.many things going on here, hard to keep track of.
This is a series of books like no other that I have read! Murders, kidnappings, serial murderers, prison crimes, and so much human tragedy, it's just astoundingly hard to keep track of.
This is a series of books like no other that I have read! Murders, kidnappings, serial murderers, prison crimes, and so much human tragedy, it's just astoundingly hard to keep track of.
July 8, 2025
Pack your bag you're leaving again
A story that has you involved in numerous murderous cases across the country. The old case that should have been solved due adds ago, if they had looked. The cases so new you were waiting for the next hapastance.
A story that has you involved in numerous murderous cases across the country. The old case that should have been solved due adds ago, if they had looked. The cases so new you were waiting for the next hapastance.
September 21, 2024
I really enjoyed it! This is a favorite series of mine, and I love catching up with the characters, especially Emma and Xavier.
October 3, 2024
This book was different with Emma taking advice from a escape prisoner to find answers for other unsolved cases with lots of suspense and action. Thank you for a excellent story.
October 11, 2024
What an awful ending!
October 18, 2024
The Girl and the Inmate
I never get enough of A.J. Prices Books. After 31 books Emma and the gang feel like family. All because of her writing abilities that make them seem real.
I never get enough of A.J. Prices Books. After 31 books Emma and the gang feel like family. All because of her writing abilities that make them seem real.
October 19, 2024
I love these books. But ... this one confusing with too many story lines. It seemed all over the place and actually it was. I am looking forward to a little more focused.
October 19, 2024
I love reading about Emma and the gang. Keep them coming.
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