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Katie Freeman #1
Free to Kill
FBI Agent Katie Freeman’s life has been upended. After being reassigned from Louisiana to middle Tennessee, her new bosses suspect that her reassignment is due to an indiscretion with her previous partner. Now, she and her new partner, Michael Powell, are asked to assist on the bewildering case of a woman who was kidnapped, tortured and left for dead on her own front porch. Before they can make any headway, a second woman disappears. As the number of missing women rises, Katie and Michael must work to figure out how the women are being abducted and where they are being held. Will they be too late to save the latest woman?
Complicating matters even further is a cold case left behind by Michael’s former partner. Who murdered Henry Stephens twenty-six years ago? What happened to Henry’s wife? And why does one of the suspects act like he knows Katie?
Complicating matters even further is a cold case left behind by Michael’s former partner. Who murdered Henry Stephens twenty-six years ago? What happened to Henry’s wife? And why does one of the suspects act like he knows Katie?
244 pages, Paperback
First published November 12, 2014
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About the author
Julie Mellon
42 books61 followersJulie is a native of Central Kentucky. After receiving her degree in English, she chose a career in higher education finance. Fifteen years later, she decided to allow her inner creative genius loose and began writing. She has been an avid reader her entire life, with a special love for mysteries, so she thought it fitting to make her first novel one of suspense. Growing up as an Army brat, she has lived in several states and foreign countries. To this day, she enjoys traveling to new places and experiencing new cultures. When at home she is likely to be found enjoying a few extreme sports, such as: rock climbing, scuba diving, or whitewater rafting. Her willingness to enter into activities of mortal peril is balanced by her commitment to ensure the quality of life for animals through her service with various dog rescue organizations. She now lives in Middle Tennessee with her two dogs, Ginny and Luna.
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October 3, 2017
"Painful"
I think I deserve a gold star for making it to the end of this book. It was an odd mixture of themes - the instruments of medieval torture, both horrified and disgusted me; the police procedural was so slow it was almost as painful as the killer's choice of weapons. There was the inevitable 'will they, won't they' scenario between the male & female investigators; then, our heroine had a deep, dark secret from her childhood. There was so much going on, I missed any clues to the killer, and his motive. When they were finally unmasked, I was bemused. Sometimes less is more. There were too many threads running through the book that I lost sight of the one I should have been following - if it was there?
I think I deserve a gold star for making it to the end of this book. It was an odd mixture of themes - the instruments of medieval torture, both horrified and disgusted me; the police procedural was so slow it was almost as painful as the killer's choice of weapons. There was the inevitable 'will they, won't they' scenario between the male & female investigators; then, our heroine had a deep, dark secret from her childhood. There was so much going on, I missed any clues to the killer, and his motive. When they were finally unmasked, I was bemused. Sometimes less is more. There were too many threads running through the book that I lost sight of the one I should have been following - if it was there?
December 21, 2014
Great first book. Enjoyed the strong female character as the lead in Free to Kill! Good story. Couldn't put it down!
October 28, 2017
Great read
I love that there are still so many unanswered questions about the main character! Very unique backstory that keeps you asking questions until the very end. Can’t wait to read the next one.
I love that there are still so many unanswered questions about the main character! Very unique backstory that keeps you asking questions until the very end. Can’t wait to read the next one.
March 4, 2018
It's been awhile since I found a book like this : one I couldn't put down
This book was impressively well written. There were very little English errors (mainly just a missing word or a missing quotation mark here and there) and the plot itself - beautiful. The characters were also pretty likeable, you couldn't not root for Katie.
The only thing that I didn't like was how things just happened to 'fall in place' like they stereotypically did sometimes in mysteries. For eg, Katie just happened to have knowledge of medieval torture devices when the 1st case that she was presented with required it; she just happened to be transferred to the place her mother had fled from and the Shoulders' son just happened to be working on a project on the Underground railroad - the link that would break the case. I however really liked how it began, after that prologue I knew that I had found a good book.
Another thing to note is that this isn't one of those mysteries where you can piece the clues together to find the culprit, so if that's what you're looking for then you're in the wrong place. To be quite frank, the abductor/killer didn't have a real character (didn't have a real description/name) until late down in the book, when it was pretty much time for him to be caught. This didn't necessarily bother me though. There is also a hint of romance and slight feminism thrown into the mix. All in all definitely worth the read.
This book was impressively well written. There were very little English errors (mainly just a missing word or a missing quotation mark here and there) and the plot itself - beautiful. The characters were also pretty likeable, you couldn't not root for Katie.
The only thing that I didn't like was how things just happened to 'fall in place' like they stereotypically did sometimes in mysteries. For eg, Katie just happened to have knowledge of medieval torture devices when the 1st case that she was presented with required it; she just happened to be transferred to the place her mother had fled from and the Shoulders' son just happened to be working on a project on the Underground railroad - the link that would break the case. I however really liked how it began, after that prologue I knew that I had found a good book.
Another thing to note is that this isn't one of those mysteries where you can piece the clues together to find the culprit, so if that's what you're looking for then you're in the wrong place. To be quite frank, the abductor/killer didn't have a real character (didn't have a real description/name) until late down in the book, when it was pretty much time for him to be caught. This didn't necessarily bother me though. There is also a hint of romance and slight feminism thrown into the mix. All in all definitely worth the read.
September 16, 2021
Utterly bemused by the five star ratings for this.
The good - I liked the beginning. It laid down an intriguing story. I liked Katie, although I wish we could have a female lead in a story who isn’t described completely in terms of her looks. I liked the small-town feel of the story. The medieval torture devices made the story impossible to put down in the beginning. I felt it flowed ok.
The bad - so police apparently do nothing with the torture device aside from describing it to various third parties? This was the biggest plot hole to me. They could have wrapped up the case in ten minutes with a bit of work around that.
The set up around Uncle Billy was clunky and forced and as this is a series, I’m not really sure why it was shoehorned in at the end of the book. The ending all in was wrapped up in five minutes and very rushed.
The bit I liked least though was the characterisation of the victims. So the killer thinks they committed adultery and killed babies? All these women were painted as saints. They were tortured because of some heinous misunderstanding based on the killers wife having committed adultery. It left a bad taste in my mouth - a bit ‘unless you’re a Madonna then you deserve whatever’s coming to you’.
The good - I liked the beginning. It laid down an intriguing story. I liked Katie, although I wish we could have a female lead in a story who isn’t described completely in terms of her looks. I liked the small-town feel of the story. The medieval torture devices made the story impossible to put down in the beginning. I felt it flowed ok.
The bad - so police apparently do nothing with the torture device aside from describing it to various third parties? This was the biggest plot hole to me. They could have wrapped up the case in ten minutes with a bit of work around that.
The set up around Uncle Billy was clunky and forced and as this is a series, I’m not really sure why it was shoehorned in at the end of the book. The ending all in was wrapped up in five minutes and very rushed.
The bit I liked least though was the characterisation of the victims. So the killer thinks they committed adultery and killed babies? All these women were painted as saints. They were tortured because of some heinous misunderstanding based on the killers wife having committed adultery. It left a bad taste in my mouth - a bit ‘unless you’re a Madonna then you deserve whatever’s coming to you’.
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November 6, 2018
Ending is anti-climatic.
Got worse as it went on. Elements of romance almost ruined it. It doesn't pace well. I won't read any more from this author.
Got worse as it went on. Elements of romance almost ruined it. It doesn't pace well. I won't read any more from this author.
June 22, 2018
FBI Agent Katie Freeman is recently reassigned from Louisiana to Tennessee when she’s immediately tasked with investigating the horrific death of a local woman. Katie and her hunky partner Michael must wade through the mounting evidence to find the sadistic killer before he kidnaps and kills again.
I liked this book. It had all the elements I look for in a suspenseful murder mystery. I enjoyed following the FBI’s investigative procedures and learning about Katie and Michael’s backgrounds. The story moves along at a nice, brisk pace without any annoying story speed bumps to slow things down.
I had just two minor criticisms: The first was that Katie is supposed to have been raised in a sheltered environment, yet in just a few weeks her mother’s friend is able to get Katie set with a driver’s license and other government paperwork – far too quick to be believable. The second was the sometimes-stilted dialogue, where people spoke without using contractions. It wasn’t done consistently enough to be unbearable, but it was done often enough for me to notice.
One last thing I’d say about the graphic nature of the kidnappings and killing here, since some reviewers expressed that it was a deal breaker for them. Yes, there was some mention of medieval style torture, but it was brief and not overly descriptive. I think it was actually necessary to some degree. It added an extra layer to the story and eventually led Katie and Michael to the killer.
This book kept me entertained and reading along, and I finished in less than a day. I liked Katie and Michael’s characters, and the author’s writing enough to be willing to read more books in this series.
5 of 5 Stars, Review by Susan Barton, https://diymomblog.blogspot.com
I liked this book. It had all the elements I look for in a suspenseful murder mystery. I enjoyed following the FBI’s investigative procedures and learning about Katie and Michael’s backgrounds. The story moves along at a nice, brisk pace without any annoying story speed bumps to slow things down.
I had just two minor criticisms: The first was that Katie is supposed to have been raised in a sheltered environment, yet in just a few weeks her mother’s friend is able to get Katie set with a driver’s license and other government paperwork – far too quick to be believable. The second was the sometimes-stilted dialogue, where people spoke without using contractions. It wasn’t done consistently enough to be unbearable, but it was done often enough for me to notice.
One last thing I’d say about the graphic nature of the kidnappings and killing here, since some reviewers expressed that it was a deal breaker for them. Yes, there was some mention of medieval style torture, but it was brief and not overly descriptive. I think it was actually necessary to some degree. It added an extra layer to the story and eventually led Katie and Michael to the killer.
This book kept me entertained and reading along, and I finished in less than a day. I liked Katie and Michael’s characters, and the author’s writing enough to be willing to read more books in this series.
5 of 5 Stars, Review by Susan Barton, https://diymomblog.blogspot.com
June 23, 2019
Katie Freeman, agent du FBI est mutée dans le Tennessee après avoir débuté sa carrière en Louisiane. Elle pense que c'est une promotion, ses supérieurs sont persuadés qu'elle est débarquée de son ancien poste pour avoir eu une relation avec son partenaire. Peu après son arrivée, Katie est confrontée à son coéquipier enjoué Michael, à un meurtrier sadique qui torture des femmes croyantes et à une affaire classée qui semble liée à son propre passé.
J'ai apprécié cette histoire, toutefois elle n'est pas pour tous les lecteurs. J'ai rarement été confrontée à une lecture aussi dérangeante concernant le crime commis et je me suis sentie mal à l'aise à plusieurs reprises durant ma lecture. Cela dit, j'ai aussi rarement lu sur des crimes commis de cette façon et en cela, l'auteure a su se démarquer de ce qui se lit habituellement.
Le livre se lit rapidement et est d'ailleurs gratuit en format ebook ce qui est un plus. le duo d'enquêteurs est agréable à suivre, il y a pas mal de travail sur le terrain ce qui change des profilers. Katie est un personnage féminin assez badass et j'ai envie de découvrir la suite de son histoire qui semble réserver pas mal de surprises vu la fin du livre. Je pense me laisser tenter par la suite !
J'ai apprécié cette histoire, toutefois elle n'est pas pour tous les lecteurs. J'ai rarement été confrontée à une lecture aussi dérangeante concernant le crime commis et je me suis sentie mal à l'aise à plusieurs reprises durant ma lecture. Cela dit, j'ai aussi rarement lu sur des crimes commis de cette façon et en cela, l'auteure a su se démarquer de ce qui se lit habituellement.
Le livre se lit rapidement et est d'ailleurs gratuit en format ebook ce qui est un plus. le duo d'enquêteurs est agréable à suivre, il y a pas mal de travail sur le terrain ce qui change des profilers. Katie est un personnage féminin assez badass et j'ai envie de découvrir la suite de son histoire qui semble réserver pas mal de surprises vu la fin du livre. Je pense me laisser tenter par la suite !
June 28, 2018
Katie Freeman is an FBI agent who lacks people skills. She's transferred from Baton Rouge to Tennesee because her su[eriors suspect her of sleeping with her partner, which is not true. In her current assignment, she's paired with Michael Powell, who' s as charismatic as she is introverted. They are assigned to the abduction and murder of a woman, but the case becomes even more complicated when (1) they realize the murdered tortured his victim with medieval devices and (2) other women disappear.
There's an interesting plot twist that involves Katie's mother - Katie's mother was originally from the rural area in TN where Katie is now working. She was an abused wife who left her husband when she found out that she was pregnant with Katie. She adopted a new identity and kept Katie sheltered from the world in general and men in particular, which is why Katie is so socially awkward.
I enjoyed the story. Some of the descriptions of the torture where a bit gruesome and I suspect a romantic relationship will develop between Katie and Michael in future books (this the the first in a series).
There's an interesting plot twist that involves Katie's mother - Katie's mother was originally from the rural area in TN where Katie is now working. She was an abused wife who left her husband when she found out that she was pregnant with Katie. She adopted a new identity and kept Katie sheltered from the world in general and men in particular, which is why Katie is so socially awkward.
I enjoyed the story. Some of the descriptions of the torture where a bit gruesome and I suspect a romantic relationship will develop between Katie and Michael in future books (this the the first in a series).
May 23, 2018
Fine I guess?
I'm torn because I feel like the author might be a good writer, but the book feels like a rushed out first draft. The perspective switches from 1st to 3rd a lot which is pretty normal, but it will often switch just to tell what the character is feeling before switching to 3rd or another character. Not only is that choice confusing but randomly telling what characters are feeling is just bad writing( also the telling of character traits often came into conflict with how the characters acted). As far as the plot is concerned: I found the villain reveal disappointing, I thought the villain's lair must be a red herring because it was so obvious, and the chemistry/interest thing felt really forced. Also just on a personal note I felt like the author could have done more to set each scene. Despite all that I feel like there was groundwork for a compelling story, so take that as you will.
I'm torn because I feel like the author might be a good writer, but the book feels like a rushed out first draft. The perspective switches from 1st to 3rd a lot which is pretty normal, but it will often switch just to tell what the character is feeling before switching to 3rd or another character. Not only is that choice confusing but randomly telling what characters are feeling is just bad writing( also the telling of character traits often came into conflict with how the characters acted). As far as the plot is concerned: I found the villain reveal disappointing, I thought the villain's lair must be a red herring because it was so obvious, and the chemistry/interest thing felt really forced. Also just on a personal note I felt like the author could have done more to set each scene. Despite all that I feel like there was groundwork for a compelling story, so take that as you will.
September 23, 2019
Exciting police procedural mystery
Enjoyed the strength in both the main characters in this well plotted mystery. The sharp new woman to the area is an FBI agent. She is teamed with an FBI agent that knows the town in which he serves. She had an adversarial relationship with her former partner who took credit for all
of the cases she solved. She is working to prove she is capable in this new boys club she has joined. She is a talented, and highly intelligent, and a little defensive. She moves quickly and is a hard worker. Her male partner is more methodical in his approach to solving crime. They definitely have chemistry. Each of them recognize their different capabilities. Like savory and sweet each brings their talents as investigators to solve crime. They have a serious criminal to catch. Will they solve the crime in time? Read it and find out.
Enjoyed the strength in both the main characters in this well plotted mystery. The sharp new woman to the area is an FBI agent. She is teamed with an FBI agent that knows the town in which he serves. She had an adversarial relationship with her former partner who took credit for all
of the cases she solved. She is working to prove she is capable in this new boys club she has joined. She is a talented, and highly intelligent, and a little defensive. She moves quickly and is a hard worker. Her male partner is more methodical in his approach to solving crime. They definitely have chemistry. Each of them recognize their different capabilities. Like savory and sweet each brings their talents as investigators to solve crime. They have a serious criminal to catch. Will they solve the crime in time? Read it and find out.
April 18, 2018
Was hooked from the beginning with the back story of Katie's coming into the world. The fact that her new job as an FBI in middle TN will also be reviewing old cold cases that will help her untangle her past is worth reading more in the series. I had it figured out when the young boy discusses his school assignment and was intrigued that Katie didn't pick up on it then. It was interesting that Katie's college studies include medieval torture devices giving her another edge in deciphering the case. The romance factor was unexpected and I hope that as the story line develops that it won't be a dominating theme. I probably wouldn't have started it had I known it was a romance mystery. I am willing to read the next the series to see what develops with Cousin Billy.
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July 28, 2019Special Agent Katie Freeman has a secret, one she has only shared with her partner, Michael Powell. While looking at the files of a cold case, Katie discovered a possible personal connection. Is her mother the woman who disappeared twenty-six years ago? And did she kill Katie’s father?
If her mother is the missing woman, how will that affect Katie’s career with the FBI? And, now that she has dragged her partner into this mess, will the calls come tumbling down on him, too? Adding to the stress is Katie’s new relationship with a fellow FBI agent. She is keeping secrets from him that impedes their ability to move their relationship forward.
Can Katie resolve this situation before she loses everything she has worked for?
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If her mother is the missing woman, how will that affect Katie’s career with the FBI? And, now that she has dragged her partner into this mess, will the calls come tumbling down on him, too? Adding to the stress is Katie’s new relationship with a fellow FBI agent. She is keeping secrets from him that impedes their ability to move their relationship forward.
Can Katie resolve this situation before she loses everything she has worked for?
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October 8, 2017
Katie Freeman is an FBI agent in a new town with a new partner. Katie didn't know the reason behind the transfer was people thought she was having an affair with her old partner..Thankfully her new partner, Michael Powell doesn't believe the rumors, because the two have more important things to worry about. Someone has killed one woman using medieval torture devices and now another woman is missing. The mystery twists a bit and takes readers into not only the present but into Katie's past.The author does a good job with this murder, mystery.
February 26, 2018
I liked that this book was not the typical torture murder mystery. Plot showcases a strong female character with a mysterious pass and a supporting male character and as a team work very well together.
I liked that the murderer used different torture devices to punish his victims even though religious beliefs were behind the torture.
I would recommend this book to anyone who likes the murder mystery type plot. I was interested from the start of the book and did find it somewhat hard to put down. I would read more of this author.
I liked that the murderer used different torture devices to punish his victims even though religious beliefs were behind the torture.
I would recommend this book to anyone who likes the murder mystery type plot. I was interested from the start of the book and did find it somewhat hard to put down. I would read more of this author.
April 2, 2018
Nice, but to short
To get the first one for free was great. I found this quite enjoyable, regarding the medieval instruments, not for everyone's tastes to read. You don't have many book where the Scavengers Daughter has a part in it. Or other medieval torture devices. The plots have a good twist to the storyline, good characters with a bit of wit and sassy attitudes. As a detective she is not bad, but I guess if she has studied Medieval History, the first would be to find out who made them, not just on the end LOL they would have catch him earlier.
The thing I didn't like is about Billy, it was a bit to easy to find him that way they have.
To get the first one for free was great. I found this quite enjoyable, regarding the medieval instruments, not for everyone's tastes to read. You don't have many book where the Scavengers Daughter has a part in it. Or other medieval torture devices. The plots have a good twist to the storyline, good characters with a bit of wit and sassy attitudes. As a detective she is not bad, but I guess if she has studied Medieval History, the first would be to find out who made them, not just on the end LOL they would have catch him earlier.
The thing I didn't like is about Billy, it was a bit to easy to find him that way they have.
April 24, 2018
A female detective ever as good as any male. And why not? Katie has personal issues, but they never prevent her from concentrating on her cases. Her social skills are not as good as her professional, so she withdraw into herself, deducting possible scenarios from what she sees at the crime scene. Her new partner is a real hunk who can sweet talk witnesses and victims into remembering things they never thought they had noticed. Together they are a perfect partnership - professionally. Will there mutual attraction disturb the picture?
July 20, 2018
This is my 1st time reading this author.. I will look for other books by J. Mellon
Agent Katie Freeman was reassigned from Louisiana to middle Tennessee, her new bosses suspect that her reassignment is due romance with another agent. He new co workers soon discover that she is a force to be reckoned with. All business!!
Love that the story is mystery, search and capture rather than lingering on any possible romance angle. Add a little info from her past and it will keep you reading late in the night ....
Agent Katie Freeman was reassigned from Louisiana to middle Tennessee, her new bosses suspect that her reassignment is due romance with another agent. He new co workers soon discover that she is a force to be reckoned with. All business!!
Love that the story is mystery, search and capture rather than lingering on any possible romance angle. Add a little info from her past and it will keep you reading late in the night ....
September 22, 2019
Mediaeval horror exposed
This was such an unexpected brilliant read, I didn’t think this would be as good as it turned out being. Kept me guessing till the end of who did it. And the knowledge behind on methods of torture from the past was exceptional. Well researched.
A brilliant read for anyone who likes a thriller based on facts. I love the main character and her partner, although I wish people wouldn’t always go on about how they look, as being blind I don’t see it so important. Maybe that’s just me. Look forward to the next in the series.
This was such an unexpected brilliant read, I didn’t think this would be as good as it turned out being. Kept me guessing till the end of who did it. And the knowledge behind on methods of torture from the past was exceptional. Well researched.
A brilliant read for anyone who likes a thriller based on facts. I love the main character and her partner, although I wish people wouldn’t always go on about how they look, as being blind I don’t see it so important. Maybe that’s just me. Look forward to the next in the series.
February 7, 2024
Free To Kill is amazing.
I rarely give reviews about products I buy or read, but this read is worth my review. Ms. Mellon has been thoroughly successful in keeping me in the dark until the end of the book. Even though parts of the book describe the results of violence I was not turned off. Instead it made me want to keep reading just to see the who was creating chaos in this small town in Tennessee. This read in a must for adult mystery followers. This is not a book for youth. Thank you Ms. Mellon for a good time reading.
I rarely give reviews about products I buy or read, but this read is worth my review. Ms. Mellon has been thoroughly successful in keeping me in the dark until the end of the book. Even though parts of the book describe the results of violence I was not turned off. Instead it made me want to keep reading just to see the who was creating chaos in this small town in Tennessee. This read in a must for adult mystery followers. This is not a book for youth. Thank you Ms. Mellon for a good time reading.
December 11, 2017
Easy to read but at the same time keeping you alert. Hard to put it down, well written and captivating. Loved it.
The characters are vibrant, with the women of the church, you can feel the diversity of human weaknesses as well as the effort they are doing to present the image of people who care. Katie has a lot to deal with as well, while Michael seems to have everything under control. Very pleasant read.
The characters are vibrant, with the women of the church, you can feel the diversity of human weaknesses as well as the effort they are doing to present the image of people who care. Katie has a lot to deal with as well, while Michael seems to have everything under control. Very pleasant read.
April 14, 2018
Once again, a new author for me. Once again, I was well pleased. From the opening pages I was drawn into a well written story of murder and mayhem in South central Tennessee. These are communities I have been to on many occasions during my working career. The federal agents involved were very intense and believable. Well worth your time if you have some to spend. Looks like I'm going to have to locate book 2 now and that works for me. Thanks to Julie Mellon for drawing me in.
May 20, 2018
Freakin awesome book!
The main characters really keep you attached to them, the plot is winding and genuine with good lead-in’s, the entire book was a good read although the end was anticlimactic and could have NOT been summed up in the one paragraph it seemed to give the reader, that was disappointing and felt as if the writer simply was tired of writing the book ? A shame to put an ink blotch at the end of a perfect read.
The main characters really keep you attached to them, the plot is winding and genuine with good lead-in’s, the entire book was a good read although the end was anticlimactic and could have NOT been summed up in the one paragraph it seemed to give the reader, that was disappointing and felt as if the writer simply was tired of writing the book ? A shame to put an ink blotch at the end of a perfect read.
March 1, 2019
Serial killer
Katie Freeman is an CHI agent and has been transferred from Louisiana to Tennessee. It is hard for to relate to new surroundings. She was brought up in a compound in Arizona by her Mother and was never allowed out until she turned seventeen and decided to leave.
Meeting her new partner and just starting her first day with a murder is what she loves.
I loved this whole story and read it in one sitting.
Ready for the next mystery.
Katie Freeman is an CHI agent and has been transferred from Louisiana to Tennessee. It is hard for to relate to new surroundings. She was brought up in a compound in Arizona by her Mother and was never allowed out until she turned seventeen and decided to leave.
Meeting her new partner and just starting her first day with a murder is what she loves.
I loved this whole story and read it in one sitting.
Ready for the next mystery.
May 5, 2019
Homy and folklore
There is the attraction of story plot intertwined with back country community culture, homy and humble. However, the Katie character is the worst part of the book. Like a herd of black swan, she were the grey one but pretend were white. To make a heroine do not need to make other characters bad. Stepping on other people’s shoulder to raise own height, it is not hero.
There is the attraction of story plot intertwined with back country community culture, homy and humble. However, the Katie character is the worst part of the book. Like a herd of black swan, she were the grey one but pretend were white. To make a heroine do not need to make other characters bad. Stepping on other people’s shoulder to raise own height, it is not hero.
August 25, 2019
Disturbingly suspenseful...
If you enjoy crime drama, read!
The nature of the crimes were disturbing, yet the
law enforcement involved worked well to find the
guilty murderer.
I enjoyed the background information about some of the
main characters, and Julie Mellon's writing techniques.
This was an easy read, fast moving, and interesting.
I look forward to reading more from this author.
If you enjoy crime drama, read!
The nature of the crimes were disturbing, yet the
law enforcement involved worked well to find the
guilty murderer.
I enjoyed the background information about some of the
main characters, and Julie Mellon's writing techniques.
This was an easy read, fast moving, and interesting.
I look forward to reading more from this author.
October 12, 2019
Good read
This is the first book I've read by this author. Interesting characters, story moved along well. This story is set in Tennessee and, since I'm from Tennessee, it interested me. The only thing that "bothered" me was most likely due to printing. A few misspelled words ("the" instead of "they" etc ) Petty complaint. The book was good ! Definitely will read more of the Katie Freeman Mysteries.
This is the first book I've read by this author. Interesting characters, story moved along well. This story is set in Tennessee and, since I'm from Tennessee, it interested me. The only thing that "bothered" me was most likely due to printing. A few misspelled words ("the" instead of "they" etc ) Petty complaint. The book was good ! Definitely will read more of the Katie Freeman Mysteries.
November 2, 2019
I just finished reading free to kill quite the mystery .also is so true that the we r a product of our parents. Katie had no self esteem and
Confidence,until she was surrounded by new friends and will now learn of her mother and what one individual can do to change one's life the descriptions of the kills were so clear and u ask how can an individual inflict so much pain on a human..a page Turner could not put down looked forward to reading each morning..5+stars.enjoy
Confidence,until she was surrounded by new friends and will now learn of her mother and what one individual can do to change one's life the descriptions of the kills were so clear and u ask how can an individual inflict so much pain on a human..a page Turner could not put down looked forward to reading each morning..5+stars.enjoy
November 11, 2017
Fast paced action!
I really liked the characters. Katie is sweet, damaged and smart the perfect combination. I liked the way Michael just let her be who she was, tough but fragile. All the characters were well drawn and easy to see.
It is truly a good book when I am not looking for typo's, or misspelled words.
I really liked the characters. Katie is sweet, damaged and smart the perfect combination. I liked the way Michael just let her be who she was, tough but fragile. All the characters were well drawn and easy to see.
It is truly a good book when I am not looking for typo's, or misspelled words.
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