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Brooke Walton #1-3
Brooke Walton Series 1-3
Think you can't root for a serial killer?From USA Today Bestselling Author Jenifer Ruff—three dark suspense thrillers featuring a fascinating, twisted protagonist. The Brooke Walton series will make you wonder just how well you know your friends, neighbors, and classmates. Fans of James Patterson, Karin Slaughter, Hannibal Lecter, the Dexter series, and Gone Girl will be hooked.Find out why readers love Brooke, even when they shouldn’t . . . Book 1 - EVERETTPerfection has a dark side at Everett College. Beautiful and brilliant Brooke, a transfer student with a mysterious past, aims to graduate first in her class and attend medical school. Only Jessica, a wealthy socialite, senses there's something not quite right about the perfect student. What happens during a historic blizzard will settle their differences once and for all.Book 2 - ROTHAKERIt takes the perfect student to commit the perfect crime.Medical school at Rothaker University is cutthroat, which is perfect for first-year student Brooke Walton. She thrives on the work and the stress—it’s the people she can do without. Except for Xander Cross, a handsome former college football player who just completed a tour in Afghanistan. Brooke is intrigued by Xander’s troubled past and wants to get to the bottom of his darkest secrets.But when Brooke’s anatomy partner, Rachael, insists Brooke violated the honor code, all Brooke’s accomplishments and years of hard work are in jeopardy and she could be expelled from prestigious Rothaker.Then Rachael mysteriously disappears.Desperate for clues, detectives descend on campus to interview faculty, staff, and students. Only one person is desperate for the truth to stay hidden, and will do whatever it takes to keep it that way.Book 3 - THE INTERNTwo young American tourists are brutally murdered in Cancun. A private investigator in Connecticut is desperate to uncover the truth about a missing coed. At the heart of both matters is Brooke Walton, a young medical student. When her summer internship in a Medical Examiner’s Office exposes a disturbing mystery and her ruthless brilliance, authorities take a closer look. Can Brooke save her own beautiful skin with someone watching her every move? Will one more murder solve her urgent problems, or dig her an even deeper grave?“From the delightfully creative mind of Jenifer Ruff, The Intern delivers chills, suspense, and an ending that was completely unpredictable.”- -Allison Maruska, author of The Fourth Descendant“A nail biter and a compelling psychological portrait.” – Reita Pendry, author of China WhiteE-THRILLER.COM thriller of the monthReviews from Amazon "After reading all 3 books in 3 days, I am left wanting a 4th & 5th. Bravo." ★★★★★ "I could not put it down! Suspenseful! Thrilling! I loved every page!!!" ★★★★★ "WOW! Just finished all 3 books. My only criticism is that once you start reading, you may be up all night." ★★★★★ “James Patterson, you have competition!”★★★★★ "Reminiscent of a modern-day Hitchcock.” ★★★★★ "Captivating - reminded me of Gone Girl.
847 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 27, 2018
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Jenifer Ruff
66 books633 followersUSA Today bestselling author Jenifer Ruff writes dark and twisty mystery thrillers, including the award-winning Agent Victoria Heslin Series. Jenifer spends her days writing with the goal of keeping her readers eagerly turning the pages and putting the clues together. She adores peace and quiet, animals, and exercise, especially hiking. If she’s not writing, she’s probably out exploring trails with her dogs. Sign up for her Reader's Newsletter at Jenruff.com and never miss a new release.
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November 19, 2019
What is better than a good suspense? Why 3 in a set so you can go on to get your fill of intrigue and mysteries that curl the toes. It will have you looking around you also as you enter into each looking at things just a tad different maybe. In the first one you enter the dark at Everett. Brooke and Jessica take you on to cope with a blizzard that will bring out the worst in anyone. Then there is the next one that covers the perfect crime if there is one. Brooke is that medical student and then there is Rachael whom is there one minute and the next she is gone. You help them search for the answers, you just cannot help but not to do that.
Then lastly the last one she is a intern our Brooke is with more suspense to come into play. By now I think she is a magnet for murder to happen lol. This mystery has you digging deep with whizzing along for the answers. This set feeds that need for the thrill to deep suspense that this author can deliver with unexpected results.
Then lastly the last one she is a intern our Brooke is with more suspense to come into play. By now I think she is a magnet for murder to happen lol. This mystery has you digging deep with whizzing along for the answers. This set feeds that need for the thrill to deep suspense that this author can deliver with unexpected results.
January 26, 2020
A surprisingly good read!
I was both drawn to and repelled by Brooke, who grew progressively more interesting over the three books.
Interesting to see a female character with these traits. Loved it!
I was both drawn to and repelled by Brooke, who grew progressively more interesting over the three books.
Interesting to see a female character with these traits. Loved it!
October 11, 2019
Such a wonderful bad girl!
I was hooked from the start! We've all known that perfect someone who seems too good to be true, but until I met Brooke Walton I hadn't seen their darker sides. Driven, relentless, hyper focused, intense...all admirable qualities for someone planning too be a surgeon. But these traits also create the "monster". Like all the most vicious and notorious serial killers, she possesses the ability to put on the necessary masks and fakes normal emotions that fool those around her...and pretty girls are always assumed to be what shows on the surface. I'm looking forward to following Brooke into the next book!
I was hooked from the start! We've all known that perfect someone who seems too good to be true, but until I met Brooke Walton I hadn't seen their darker sides. Driven, relentless, hyper focused, intense...all admirable qualities for someone planning too be a surgeon. But these traits also create the "monster". Like all the most vicious and notorious serial killers, she possesses the ability to put on the necessary masks and fakes normal emotions that fool those around her...and pretty girls are always assumed to be what shows on the surface. I'm looking forward to following Brooke into the next book!
October 12, 2019
Brooke Walton has a goal and she won’t allow anyone to distract her
I read the first book, Everett, when it was a “free” through Bookbub. I had no idea there were 2 more books following the life of Ms Walton. Think of Hannibal or Dexter, their actions may be brutal but you can’t help but like them. Brooke wants to be a surgeon, her fascination with anatomy and the workings of the human body were sparked by a chance encounter with the carcass of a cat. She is a perfectionist, intelligent and focused, not your average psychopath. Jennifer Ruff writes a compelling story that will have flipping pages long after your bedtime.
I read the first book, Everett, when it was a “free” through Bookbub. I had no idea there were 2 more books following the life of Ms Walton. Think of Hannibal or Dexter, their actions may be brutal but you can’t help but like them. Brooke wants to be a surgeon, her fascination with anatomy and the workings of the human body were sparked by a chance encounter with the carcass of a cat. She is a perfectionist, intelligent and focused, not your average psychopath. Jennifer Ruff writes a compelling story that will have flipping pages long after your bedtime.
October 8, 2019
I am breathless
This book series is insane. Brooke is so deeply well built that there's no way not love her - or maybe hate her. I loved the storyline, the third book is the best one, although the three of them are really good. I'm deeply satisfied with the ending, I was afraid things would turn out the other way around, and am so glad they didn't. Jenifer is incredible, I'm a huge fan. Everything she writes is exceptional.
This book series is insane. Brooke is so deeply well built that there's no way not love her - or maybe hate her. I loved the storyline, the third book is the best one, although the three of them are really good. I'm deeply satisfied with the ending, I was afraid things would turn out the other way around, and am so glad they didn't. Jenifer is incredible, I'm a huge fan. Everything she writes is exceptional.
September 20, 2019
I really enjoyed these three books. I was actually rooting for the killer to get away with her killings. The writer writes in a grand way that makes you feel the main character's motives and why she is doing what she does. I loved the plot. I wish there was more of the series that the author would write. I am going to be following this author for more of her work!
February 11, 2020
Different! Riveting! Definitely worth a read.
An amazing effort to have the reader see through the eyes of a heroine who is so well written, that one finds oneself nodding in agreement as she rationalizes her kills. I was very much entertained, and that is one of my highest accolades.
An amazing effort to have the reader see through the eyes of a heroine who is so well written, that one finds oneself nodding in agreement as she rationalizes her kills. I was very much entertained, and that is one of my highest accolades.
November 24, 2019
Wow
It is frightening to know there are people like Brooke in real life, psychopaths that can fit in to society.
The author's portrayal is knowledgeable and scary. Her knowledge of medical school and procedures is awesome. I am a nurse and I was impressed.
It is frightening to know there are people like Brooke in real life, psychopaths that can fit in to society.
The author's portrayal is knowledgeable and scary. Her knowledge of medical school and procedures is awesome. I am a nurse and I was impressed.
May 1, 2020
I finished all three books but I really did not enjoy them as much as I thought I would. However I did like the ending of Book 3. There wasn’t much mystery involved. You know who the killer is and just keep reading to see if she gets caught.
May 26, 2022
I want more!
I loved this collection of stories. Very unexpected and kept me wanting more and more! I am off to read more from this author and I would love for this collection to continue!!
I loved this collection of stories. Very unexpected and kept me wanting more and more! I am off to read more from this author and I would love for this collection to continue!!
May 27, 2022
Absolutely Brilliant
I thoroughly enjoyed these 3 books, gripping and I wasn't able to put them down. Brooke Walton was magnificent and a bit scary. I know that I wouldn't like to be on her annoyance radar!
I thoroughly enjoyed these 3 books, gripping and I wasn't able to put them down. Brooke Walton was magnificent and a bit scary. I know that I wouldn't like to be on her annoyance radar!
June 2, 2022
5-Star Because There's No Higher Numbrr!
Never have I read such a "so-together," creative and fully developed story that continues developing beyond my imagination until the amazing end! Amazing writing!
Never have I read such a "so-together," creative and fully developed story that continues developing beyond my imagination until the amazing end! Amazing writing!
December 16, 2022
Ugh
HATE THE ENDING. No way she got away with EVERYTHING!!! Nope. Just NO!!! It was like waiting to hear how a revenge plot was going to work..... and then.... CIA..... for REAL! NO. 3 stars.
HATE THE ENDING. No way she got away with EVERYTHING!!! Nope. Just NO!!! It was like waiting to hear how a revenge plot was going to work..... and then.... CIA..... for REAL! NO. 3 stars.
August 25, 2023
Brooke
I loved each of these psychological thrillers . I found myself wondering if I was a sociopath deep down, because I was always rooting for Brooke not to be caught! I. Hope there is a sequel to this series!
I loved each of these psychological thrillers . I found myself wondering if I was a sociopath deep down, because I was always rooting for Brooke not to be caught! I. Hope there is a sequel to this series!
February 16, 2020
Engrossing
Discovered this series as a free Amazon download. I was captivated by the books. Suprised a tale of a sociopathic killer would be so engrossing. Relieved it is fiction.
Discovered this series as a free Amazon download. I was captivated by the books. Suprised a tale of a sociopathic killer would be so engrossing. Relieved it is fiction.
February 25, 2020
Worth the read
Well written. Great twists. Good insight to the mind of a psychopath. I wonder what's next for Brook. And Xander.
Well written. Great twists. Good insight to the mind of a psychopath. I wonder what's next for Brook. And Xander.
July 6, 2020
Heart Pounding
I had to put each book down for a while..but enjoyed this author's writing style. I am curious about how her offered opportunities in the last bookvwill shape up.
I had to put each book down for a while..but enjoyed this author's writing style. I am curious about how her offered opportunities in the last bookvwill shape up.
February 2, 2022
Fascinating . . .
And more than a little disturbing. An insightful if fictional look inside the life & mind of a psychopathic killer.
And more than a little disturbing. An insightful if fictional look inside the life & mind of a psychopathic killer.
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May 23, 2022
This story is amazing. At times I thought it a little slow and it needed more action, but then Another twist and turn made me shut up quickly enough. Well worth the read
May 31, 2022
A bit word-y
I normally do not read a series continuously. So same went for this series. Overall enjoyable but could have been completed in 2 books.
I normally do not read a series continuously. So same went for this series. Overall enjoyable but could have been completed in 2 books.
June 1, 2022
Really good!
Interesting perspective, and I can't believe how much I liked Brooke. Altogether great writing. Hoping there's another book to read!
Interesting perspective, and I can't believe how much I liked Brooke. Altogether great writing. Hoping there's another book to read!
June 6, 2022
love trilogies
This was a fun set of books to read. Wish there were more in this series. I will be finding more books by Jennifer Ruff for my summer reads.
This was a fun set of books to read. Wish there were more in this series. I will be finding more books by Jennifer Ruff for my summer reads.
July 1, 2022
Wonderful
This was a really good story in an unusual vein with a quite unexpected end. About seeing a killer from the other side.
This was a really good story in an unusual vein with a quite unexpected end. About seeing a killer from the other side.
November 28, 2022
I enjoyed this series. Brooke is a complex character and I followed her exploits eagerly. There is a completely shocking ending!
December 31, 2022
Fun to escape with stories about a truly creepy character
February 3, 2023
Have to say Brooke was a smart but not a person to admire. You keep reading because you want to see what she does next. It makes you fear there are too many like her out there a dnd it did not surprise me that the government snatched her up as our government is detached in feelings as she was. I would like you to write a sequel to see what adventures the government sends her on.
January 7, 2024
Deceptive
A fairly good read with a lot of action and a very different ending. Look for book 3 of Brooke Walton.
A fairly good read with a lot of action and a very different ending. Look for book 3 of Brooke Walton.
didn-t-couldn-t-finish
February 1, 2024After taking a break from this dreck to read a good thriller, I realized I’m done giving this a chance. Glad I didn’t waste much money.
November 3, 2024
Wow
Fast paced and lots of twists and turns. Frighteningly realistic. It’s scary thinking of an author that can come up with these stories!
Fast paced and lots of twists and turns. Frighteningly realistic. It’s scary thinking of an author that can come up with these stories!
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