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Kate Anderson #2
Dared to Return
SHE'S SMART. SHE'S SEXY. SHE'LL BREAK THEIR SECRET SOCIETY WIDE OPEN. Kate Anderson, a kick-ass young journalist, flies home to rescue her grandfather, who's been drugged and put in a nursing home against his will. She discovers his fortune has been stolen by a corrupt white-collar crime organization. An unforgettable man from her past complicates the situation for Kate. Can they unravel the sinister secrets of this small town...and make the bad guys pay? The attorneys, accountants and doctors are against them. How can they win? Dared to Return is a must-read mystery of friendship, grit and hope. A win for Pops is a win for us all!
158 pages, ebook
Published February 12, 2019
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May 25, 2019
I was hooked from the start on this cozy mystery by new author, J.J. Clarke. Her heroine, Kate Anderson, follows a trail of intrigue to untangle the workings of a small-town secret society which preys on the elderly. Though she examines a serious topic, Clarke’s breezy writing style is engaging and entertaining. Her characters are well developed and her dialogue snappy. I hope there will be a sequel to Dared to Return! I highly recommend this entertaining book.
March 31, 2021
Dared to Return, A Kate Anderson Mystery by J.J. Clarke is a quick and easy read about an important subject: scamming the elderly out of their assets. It is a storyline that could easily happen in any small town. Main character Kate is feisty and capable with a soft spot for her grandfather. You can’t help but love her.
September 27, 2025
I was hooked from the very first page of Dared to Return by debut author J.J. Clarke. This engaging cozy mystery introduces Kate Anderson, a smart and tenacious heroine who uncovers the dark secrets of a small-town society exploiting the elderly. Clarke balances a serious theme with a breezy, page-turning writing style that makes the story both thought-provoking and fun. The characters are vivid and relatable, the dialogue sparkles with wit, and the mystery unfolds with just the right amount of suspense. I couldn’t put it down and truly hope there’s a sequel on the way. Highly recommended for fans of clever, character-driven mysteries!
March 25, 2022
I met the author yesterday and bought her books as she is a PEO recipient of an award many years ago. She is from Missouri .
This was an intriguing read about Pops, Kates grandfather, who was placed in a home and swindled out of his money by white collared bad guys of organized crime in a small town. The mystery unravels and is well told by the author.
This was an intriguing read about Pops, Kates grandfather, who was placed in a home and swindled out of his money by white collared bad guys of organized crime in a small town. The mystery unravels and is well told by the author.
August 16, 2021
Delightful tale
An engaging read with an energetic willful female lead who tackles a down to earth problem for the elderly. Does this happen in today's society? This author weaves the question throughout the adventure and it bears thinking about.
An engaging read with an energetic willful female lead who tackles a down to earth problem for the elderly. Does this happen in today's society? This author weaves the question throughout the adventure and it bears thinking about.
November 6, 2022
Dared to Return
Fantastic read, characters and storyline. Kate’s grandfather calls her wanting to get him out of the home he was put in. When she returns she discovered there were a lot of bad business going on. A definite must read.
Fantastic read, characters and storyline. Kate’s grandfather calls her wanting to get him out of the home he was put in. When she returns she discovered there were a lot of bad business going on. A definite must read.
January 1, 2024
A good read
Small towns. Dinner at the diner, chummy chats with the sheriff, cantankerous grandfathers with whiskey breath. All shiny and bright, typical small town, until you begin to look into corners. Secret meetings in hidden rooms lead to people up to no good.
Small towns. Dinner at the diner, chummy chats with the sheriff, cantankerous grandfathers with whiskey breath. All shiny and bright, typical small town, until you begin to look into corners. Secret meetings in hidden rooms lead to people up to no good.
January 26, 2025
Another great book
Kate's grandpa is in trouble and oh what trouble she finds. Schemes upon schemes with stolen money and unscrupulous people. We get to catch up with old friends and s few surprises a?ing the way. I would like some more.
Kate's grandpa is in trouble and oh what trouble she finds. Schemes upon schemes with stolen money and unscrupulous people. We get to catch up with old friends and s few surprises a?ing the way. I would like some more.
November 9, 2019
Easy read involving an important topic. Written for mystery lovers, discussions, and women, but I enjoyed it very much. Loved the “Pops” character. Had a western style ending.
March 30, 2021
Kate's a classic. JJ weaves a thrilling take filled with twists and turns driving a great character that will open new doors for all readers.
April 17, 2021
Fast paced
Want to read
September 16, 2022Hello Books author gift
March 1, 2025
DNF I decided it was too stupid to read. As it was book #2, I assume that much of the confusing part might have been explained in the first book.
August 17, 2025
This series is like a breath of fresh air to the detective/mystery genre
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