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Imprints #6
Street Smart
When a lady biker vanishes two days before her planned wedding anniversary ride, Autumn Rain dons her leather jacket and goes undercover to investigate. Police are sure the husband is responsible, but Autumn’s ability to read emotions and experiences imprinted on certain objects gives her a different take.
Meanwhile Autumn's fiancé, homicide Detective Shannon Martin, is investigating a series of murders and also needs Autumn’s unusual talent. Soon Autumn is heading down a path no one else can see, where secrets and jealousies drive insanity, and where minutes mean the difference between life and death.
Join Autumn in a case that’s her most dangerous yet.
Meanwhile Autumn's fiancé, homicide Detective Shannon Martin, is investigating a series of murders and also needs Autumn’s unusual talent. Soon Autumn is heading down a path no one else can see, where secrets and jealousies drive insanity, and where minutes mean the difference between life and death.
Join Autumn in a case that’s her most dangerous yet.
332 pages, Paperback
Published October 28, 2019
About the author
Teyla Branton
43 books219 followersTeyla Rachel Branton grew up avidly reading science fiction and fantasy and watching Star Trek reruns with her large family. They lived on a little farm where she loved to visit the solitary cow and collect (and juggle) the eggs, usually making it back to the house with most of them intact. On that same farm she once owned thirty-three gerbils and eighteen cats, not a good mix, as it turns out. Teyla always had her nose in a book and daydreamed about someday creating her own worlds. She is now married, mostly grown up, and has seven kids, so life at her house can be very interesting (and loud), but writing keeps her sane. She thrives on the energy and daily amusement offered by her children, the semi-ordered chaos giving her a constant source of writing material. Grabbing any snatch of free time from her hectic life, Teyla writes novels full of mystery, romance, and imagination. She warns her children that if they don’t behave, they just might find themselves in her next book! She’s been known to wear pajamas all day when working on a deadline, and is often distracted enough to burn dinner. (Okay, pretty much 90% of the time.) A sign on her office door reads: DANGER. WRITER AT WORK. ENTER AT YOUR OWN RISK. She loves writing fiction and traveling, and she hopes to write and travel a lot more. She also loves shooting guns, martial arts, and belly dancing. She has worked in the publishing business for over twenty years.
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November 26, 2019
I really enjoy the Imprints series, when I first discovered the series I read all the books out by then and now that book 6 released it didn't take me long to get around to reading it. It was great to return to Autumn's world for another suspenseful read.
In Street Smart Autumn has to go undercover as a biker to figure out why a biker women got missing. There also multiple secrets she uncovers along the way and new characters she gets to meet. It was a well done mystery, with plenty of suspects being present from the start, but it being unclear who had done it. More and more clues come to light until finally the big reveal toward the end. I wasn't surprised who the culprit was, but I was never fully sure either till the reveal. As there are always multiple suspects and unknowns, so it takes a long time to become clear whose behind it. The progression of the mystery was very well done and kept my attention.
I liked how we find out more about Sariah, the missing women. Through the imprints that Autumn reads there slowly forms a picture of who she was and what she cared about as well as which secrets she kept. I always find it interesting how in mysteries like these you can get to know the victim without ever meeting them. For a long time it stays uncertain whether Sariah is still alive or not, which only adds more tension and suspense to the storyline. I thought it was a solid mystery that kept me invested and I wanted to continue reading to find out more.
While the main focus is on the biker case, there are a few other plot lines going on as well. Tawnia is stressing out because her adoptive parents come for dinner. Then there is a small boy that comes in Autumn's shop and she's trying to find him after reading an imprint on a pen he left behind. Her fiancé Shannon is deep in a case involving multiple homicides and needs her help with his case as well. And it's unclear whether these all stay separate or connect later on. It was great to see how each of these got resolved. I like how there were a few other things going on besides the main plot line as well.
As always it was a joy to read about these characters. After all these books you get to know them quite well and I like reading about them. I like seeing how Autumn and Shannon interact and how close they are and also how much they trust each other by now. Tawnia and Destiny again make multiple appearances. Jack takes a bit of a smaller role in these later books due to what happened, but he's still present. And Cody is there for a bit as well again. Then there are some new biker characters Autumn meets as well as some other characters related to the case. There's a PI she meets and I am curious what role he'll play in future books.
One of my favorite things about this series is the way the paranormal aspect, namely Autumns ability to read imprints as well as a few other characters with paranormal powers is mixed so seamlessly in with the suspense element. It stays very down to earth with the way the imprints work, but the imprints are always a vital instrument to Autumn solving the case or uncovering clues. After the previous book in which she didn't read as many imprints, it was great to have this book be chuck full of imprints again.
To summarize: Another great book in this series. I really enjoy this series and was happy to be back in Autumn's world again and follow her while she solves another mystery. This disappearance had plenty plenty of suspects and very few clues at first. It was interesting to follow Autumn as she uncovers more clues and comes in contact with the possible suspects, I wasn't surprised when the culprit was revealed, but I was never sure who it was either. It is quite the suspenseful read with how things play out and with the uncertainty of whether Sariah, the missing women, is still alive or not. There are some reveals, twists and secrets that come to light. There are some other side plot lines as well. And plenty of recurring as well as new characters to read about. I like seeing Autumn and Shannon together. And I am curious about the PI Autumn meets in this book. The paranormal and suspense elements are mixed well together and I like how the imprints are crucial in helping Autumn solve the case. This continues to be a great series and I am looking forward to the next book.
In Street Smart Autumn has to go undercover as a biker to figure out why a biker women got missing. There also multiple secrets she uncovers along the way and new characters she gets to meet. It was a well done mystery, with plenty of suspects being present from the start, but it being unclear who had done it. More and more clues come to light until finally the big reveal toward the end. I wasn't surprised who the culprit was, but I was never fully sure either till the reveal. As there are always multiple suspects and unknowns, so it takes a long time to become clear whose behind it. The progression of the mystery was very well done and kept my attention.
I liked how we find out more about Sariah, the missing women. Through the imprints that Autumn reads there slowly forms a picture of who she was and what she cared about as well as which secrets she kept. I always find it interesting how in mysteries like these you can get to know the victim without ever meeting them. For a long time it stays uncertain whether Sariah is still alive or not, which only adds more tension and suspense to the storyline. I thought it was a solid mystery that kept me invested and I wanted to continue reading to find out more.
While the main focus is on the biker case, there are a few other plot lines going on as well. Tawnia is stressing out because her adoptive parents come for dinner. Then there is a small boy that comes in Autumn's shop and she's trying to find him after reading an imprint on a pen he left behind. Her fiancé Shannon is deep in a case involving multiple homicides and needs her help with his case as well. And it's unclear whether these all stay separate or connect later on. It was great to see how each of these got resolved. I like how there were a few other things going on besides the main plot line as well.
As always it was a joy to read about these characters. After all these books you get to know them quite well and I like reading about them. I like seeing how Autumn and Shannon interact and how close they are and also how much they trust each other by now. Tawnia and Destiny again make multiple appearances. Jack takes a bit of a smaller role in these later books due to what happened, but he's still present. And Cody is there for a bit as well again. Then there are some new biker characters Autumn meets as well as some other characters related to the case. There's a PI she meets and I am curious what role he'll play in future books.
One of my favorite things about this series is the way the paranormal aspect, namely Autumns ability to read imprints as well as a few other characters with paranormal powers is mixed so seamlessly in with the suspense element. It stays very down to earth with the way the imprints work, but the imprints are always a vital instrument to Autumn solving the case or uncovering clues. After the previous book in which she didn't read as many imprints, it was great to have this book be chuck full of imprints again.
To summarize: Another great book in this series. I really enjoy this series and was happy to be back in Autumn's world again and follow her while she solves another mystery. This disappearance had plenty plenty of suspects and very few clues at first. It was interesting to follow Autumn as she uncovers more clues and comes in contact with the possible suspects, I wasn't surprised when the culprit was revealed, but I was never sure who it was either. It is quite the suspenseful read with how things play out and with the uncertainty of whether Sariah, the missing women, is still alive or not. There are some reveals, twists and secrets that come to light. There are some other side plot lines as well. And plenty of recurring as well as new characters to read about. I like seeing Autumn and Shannon together. And I am curious about the PI Autumn meets in this book. The paranormal and suspense elements are mixed well together and I like how the imprints are crucial in helping Autumn solve the case. This continues to be a great series and I am looking forward to the next book.
October 31, 2019
Autumn can feel imprints of emotions on objects which has led her to helping solve mysteries as well as led to her engagement to a police detective. In this installment she is trying to find a woman who has disappeared as well as try to help her fiance, her sister, and a Young boy. Autumn is growing and developing coping mechanisms while not allowing her ability to change her. This is another great installment in the series. I really enjoy reading this series. I received a free ARC and am voluntarily leaving my honest review.
May 18, 2020
I have not read any in this series for a long while and anticipated this one. Teyla did not disappoint. I picked right up from where I was and was sucked into the story so fast It was over before I knew it. I love the characters. I love the little twists here and there. Even figuring out somethings, it didn't even matter, it's so well written.
Autumn, has a gift, and that gift helps solve murders or almost murders down to does my spouse love me questions. I can't even go any further because it's too complex and yet so simple. Just read it.
Autumn, has a gift, and that gift helps solve murders or almost murders down to does my spouse love me questions. I can't even go any further because it's too complex and yet so simple. Just read it.
March 14, 2023
Edge of my seat fingernail biter
Wow! I could hardly put it down. Autumn was either kicking butt or getting kicked, and the bad guy was scary. A missing person, a boy shows the reader who family might be being poisoned, secret after secret collected, examined and finally revealed. Biker club girl is either kidnapped or run off, but Autumn Rain is determined to find her, and despite eveyone, even the police, thinking her husband did something to her, Autumn's special talent says he didn't. Is she right? Or has someone found a way to fool her? You gotta read it to find out.
Wow! I could hardly put it down. Autumn was either kicking butt or getting kicked, and the bad guy was scary. A missing person, a boy shows the reader who family might be being poisoned, secret after secret collected, examined and finally revealed. Biker club girl is either kidnapped or run off, but Autumn Rain is determined to find her, and despite eveyone, even the police, thinking her husband did something to her, Autumn's special talent says he didn't. Is she right? Or has someone found a way to fool her? You gotta read it to find out.
November 4, 2019
One of my favorite series
Sometimes a story can have a great concept, but the style of writing doesn't pull you in. This series has both. In addition, very interesting characters that you wish you really had in your life. Don't start reading it if you have things to do, you just won't want to put it down.
Sometimes a story can have a great concept, but the style of writing doesn't pull you in. This series has both. In addition, very interesting characters that you wish you really had in your life. Don't start reading it if you have things to do, you just won't want to put it down.
November 11, 2019
Love it
I must admit, I am a fan of this series of books. They "speak" to me. Thoroughly enjoy the main characters, and the plot and mysteries are always engrossing. Like the integrity and honour of the main characters too. Can't wait for the next one!!!
I must admit, I am a fan of this series of books. They "speak" to me. Thoroughly enjoy the main characters, and the plot and mysteries are always engrossing. Like the integrity and honour of the main characters too. Can't wait for the next one!!!
November 18, 2019
This psychic who-dun-it has the compelling storyline; plus the most interesting characters! Autumn is surrounded by an entertaining community, and new people, who are a delight to read! The series continues to enchant! Voluntarily read ARC for honest review.
March 31, 2020
Street smart
Autumn does it again with her compassion and marshal arts and gritty aplomb. I recommend this series to anyone who loves criminal mysteries with lots of humour and a dash of romance.
Autumn does it again with her compassion and marshal arts and gritty aplomb. I recommend this series to anyone who loves criminal mysteries with lots of humour and a dash of romance.
March 17, 2023
Read more
Read more - that’s what this book kept saying to me. It was a “read more” kind of book. Just the right amount of intrigue and mystery. Loved reading it, looking forward to #7.
Read more - that’s what this book kept saying to me. It was a “read more” kind of book. Just the right amount of intrigue and mystery. Loved reading it, looking forward to #7.
August 12, 2024
Street Smart
I love this series!!! I love the characters, the cases, the action, the excitement, the thrill, the impressions, the friendships, the loyalty. I love everything about this series, I highly recommend the series. Happy Reading!!!!!
I love this series!!! I love the characters, the cases, the action, the excitement, the thrill, the impressions, the friendships, the loyalty. I love everything about this series, I highly recommend the series. Happy Reading!!!!!
June 26, 2021
Excellent
Regal Brandon is an excellent storyteller, weaving intricate, exciting and enjoyable storylines together with kickass protagonists. I absolutely love this series!
Regal Brandon is an excellent storyteller, weaving intricate, exciting and enjoyable storylines together with kickass protagonists. I absolutely love this series!
June 5, 2023
Great read for a day
I loved this story I didn’t have it figured out, which I love. It was quick and easy to read while ill.
I loved this story I didn’t have it figured out, which I love. It was quick and easy to read while ill.
November 17, 2023
This series is so good! Not only is there a very intriguing mystery plot line in each book, with some great twists and reveals at the end, but the personal side to the story is also very good.
January 10, 2025
I cannot get enough of this series!!!
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