Dosed to Death

Kenzie Kirsch Medical Thriller #3

by P.D. Workman

From USA Today Bestselling Author, P.D. Workman! Out of the frying pan and into the fire! Kenzie Kirsch needs a vacation from the dead bodies in the Medical Examiner's Office, so she arranges for a Thanksgiving resort vacation. Who knew she would be dealing with more deaths there than if she had stayed at home? At first, she and partner Zachary Goldman assume that it is just a weird coincidence, but as the snow starts to pile up outside their doors, so do the bodies. Trapped with a killer, it's up to Kenzie to gather what clues she can from the remains of her fellow holidayers. But the killer isn't going to just sit around and wait for her to figure it out. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Every book by PD Workman that I've read has been a gripping one, however different the genres are, going from lighter mysteries to really dark ones... this is one of my favourite, most dependable authors. If you are a reader of the Zachary Goldman Mysteries series, you have already met Kenzie Kirsch. This series is a spinoff from Zachary Goldman Mysteries, giving Kenzie a front-and-center position in solving medical mysteries. Looking for a strong female lead in an engaging medical mystery? Award-winning and USA Today Bestselling Author P.D. Workman brings you an up-and-coming Medical Examiner's Assistant who is right up your alley. Join Dr. Kenzie Kirsch as she uncovers mysteries, conspiracies, and thrills!

Genres: Thriller

368 pages, Hardcover

Published November 19, 2021

About the author

Award-winning Canadian author P.D. Workman has written over a hundred addictive page-turners featuring diverse and divergent sleuths, high-stakes investigations, and stories that linger long after the last page. Her books dive deep into characters’ minds while exploring timely social issues through fast-paced, emotionally charged plots. Readers praise her work for its powerful emotional truth combined with unputdownable suspense.

Shunning sleep, when Workman is not writing, formatting, or marketing, she’s probably running, reading, or spending time with her family.

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Reviews

[Rosemary · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dosed to Death - a review by Rosemary Kenny.

Dosed to Death is PD Workman's slow-build story of trainee ME Kenzie Kirsch and her PI boyfriend Zachary, as their country-retreat holiday reveals some of their backstory and how events have exacerbated Zachary's PTSD. Kenzie also hopes that having Zachary's brother Tyrrell and his family's company at the resort will help matters too.

A huge snowstorm cuts the hotel off from the outside world, (imagine the atmosphere at the Overlook Hotel in The Shining) and the disparate group of guests are soon without heating, cellphone coverage or electricity, which makes Zachary very tense, as fires are lit for warmth.
First, the owner/manager of The Lodge is found unexpectedly dead in bed, then later a female guest is murdered...who'll be the next to die?

As the investigation and blizzard continue in inverse proportion, what shocking event takes place next? Will Zachary have to face his personal demons?
Get a copy of PD Workman's amazing Dosed to Death to find out who survives and who's the killer!

[Alice Hazelbaker · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dr. Kenzie Kirsch and her boyfriend Zachary have just gone through a chemo and ant-viral protocol, and are recovering. Kenzie decides what they really need is a vacation away from home to finish recovering and spend some quality time together. So she books them a cabin for a week at a mountain-top resort in Vermont. But this vacation doesn’t turn out to be very relaxing! There’s quite an eclectic group of people also booked, and no one is happy when a storm moves in and shuts them off! Then strange things start happening. Can Kenzie, with her Medical Examiner background, and Zachary with his PI experience figure out what’s going on? An exciting and pulse-pounding read! I am on the author’s ARC team and am happy to write this voluntary review.

[Kim · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another 5⭐ story!

P. D. Workman never disappoints. This latest story in the Kenzie Kirsch series is another well-crafted mystery full of suspense, plot twists, and nail-biting tension as Kenzie and Zachary work diligently to unravel the clues to the bizarre happenings at the lodge where they were hoping to enjoy a peaceful and relaxing vacation. Of course, nothing goes as planned. Dead bodies, winter storms, power outages, and hallucinating guests are just the beginning. Grab a tasty beverage, a comfy chair, and settle in for a whopping good story.

I was provided with an advance copy of this book for which I thank the author, but my honest and unbiased review is offered voluntarily.

[P.D. Workman]

Getting too cold and now all you want to do is sit inside by the fire and read? Try this snowbound mystery!

[JoAnne · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm enjoying the Kenzie Kirsch Medical thriller series since it seems that when Zachary and Kenzie are together, things are better than when they work alone. Dosed to Death is a quick-paced read with a good flow, lots of clues, depth to the characters and the story and all set in snowy Vermont. The descriptions of the location - both the cabins, the Lodge and the outdoors - were vivid and made me feel like I was there. There were descriptions of planned activities that seemed what some might want to do while on a wintry vacation that added a nice touch.

The whodunnit was a surprise not only for whom committed the crimes but also why. There was some romance thrown in along with many guests at the Lodge whom we got to know slightly. I liked the additions of some of Zach's family members and their importance to the story. There was some closure with the crimes solved but the story ended too abruptly for me. There was a chance to go a little further and tie up what for me were still some loose ends especially with the involvement of the local police. More details of that time would have been nice even if part of an epilogue. At the back of the book there was a preview of the next book in the series, Gentle Angel, that left me wanting more!

Ms. Workman is an author's whose books I've enjoyed. All involve mysteries along with some of the darkness of everyday life - addictions, mental illness and depression to name a few.

[Sandy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book takes Kenzie and Zachary out of their usual setting, as they visit a wooded resort for some much needed relaxation. Shortly into their stay a big snowstorm knocks out power and cell service. And then the deaths begin. Ms. Workman has written another nail-biter of a mystery! The characters are endearing and relatable, the plot is nice and twisty and the storytelling is superb. I enjoyed this book and am looking forward to the next one. I received a complimentary copy of this book and chose to write a voluntary, unbiased review.

[Teresa Collins · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received a review copy from the author at my request and this is my honest opinion. This is a great entry in what is turning out to be a very exciting series. Ms. Workman can come up with some very different plot lines and keeps her readers on their toes. There are all of the great qualities I've come to expect from Ms. Workman: great and realistic characters, plenty of action, medically challenging situations, both for the plot and for her characters, plenty of red herrings to keep the reader guessing, and a surprising ending. I can't wait to read the next in the series.

[Billie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a brilliant read.
Wonderful well written plot and story line that had me engaged from the start.
Love the well fleshed out characters and found them believable.
Great suspense and found myself second guessing every thought I had continuously.
Can't wait to read what the author brings out next.
Recommend reading.

I read a complimentary advance copy of the book; this is my voluntary and honest review.

[Penny Angel · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this installment of Kenzie and Zach's adventure to a resort for a relaxing time until a storm and dead bodies left them no time to relax. This book had the hallmarks of Agatha Christie's storyline with plenty of characters to ponder while stuck at the resort due to a storm. Agatha would have been proud.

[Maureen Horswell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kenzie has booked a romantic break for her and her partner(Zachary). Life has been a little fraught, and his mental health is suffering. She believes that the relaxation at a place way into the country is just what they need.
Unfortunately a major storm blows in and everyone in the hotel is stranded. Strange going on, a dead body, followed by a murder leaves them all fighting for survival.

[Kandy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have loved all the books with Kenzie and Zachary, but I have to say this one is my favorite, so far. Wow, I love all the characters in this story and the interactions. It really kept me guessing and I did not see that ending coming. Loved it!

[Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

Best yet of a brilliant series❣️

[Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

Best of a brilliant series❣️

[T Olsen · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a variation of a classic plot, but the combination of the great characters and the fantastic storytelling, makes this a very good book. No doubt the best I have read from this author.

[Jackie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another Kenzie Kirsch mystery that will hook you forever. Once again, how can one not feel a part of the book. Every page holds something to guess as to what happens next. Ready for the next book.

[Susan Lichtfuss · Rating 5 out of 5]

A thrilling mystery with great characters and intriguing story. Well written and kept me on the edge of my seat!