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alih128's review against another edition
1.0
I haven’t read any other books in this series, so maybe that was my problem, but other reviewers said it could be a stand-alone. I usually finish audio books in a day or two if they’re good, but I had to force myself to finish this one. It felt like the book that would not end! I kept getting distracted and still honestly have no idea why there were two different story lines. I’m sure I missed something. The writing felt akin to one of my high school students’ when they’re desperately adding unnecessary words to reach an assigned length. I think this story could have been told much more efficiently without losing anything (and perhaps would have gained a more devoted reader).
nikkihrose's review against another edition
4.0
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: Allison Brennan knows how to deliver. Oddly enough, this is the quote on the cover of nearly every one of her mystery novels, quoted from the well-known mystery author, Lisa Gardner.
This long-awaited novel is the sixteenth book in the Lucy Kincaid series, but also happens to be the sixth book in the Maxine Revere/Maximum Exposure series, as it is a crossover of the two intelligent women’s stories.
Lucy Kincaid has a new case — or a new, old case it seems. Four bodies were discovered in a mass grave as mere skeletons. What’s worse? Two of them were kids. It turns out that an entire family has been killed executioner-style — well, an entire family except for the youngest, Ricky, who still seems to be missing.
Working alongside Agent Nate Dunning, Lucy does her best to keep it together while working against some of the most arrogant and wealthy individuals in the area. But even still, there’s more to it than this … unfortunately, Lucy isn’t aware of that, yet.
Not until Max Revere, an investigative reporter, shows up in hopes of helping pursue a current case that belongs to SAPD (San Antonio Police Department), but knows it won’t be easy. There’s a reason Revere typically sticks to cold cases: no one gets in her way because they figure it’s impossible to solve. But this case is current — and seems to be linked to Lucy’s case.
Working with Sean Rogan, Lucy’s husband, Max attempts to get Lucy on board with her theory, but it doesn’t work well for awhile. Lucy, unlike Sean and Max, prefers to follow the letter of the law as an FBI agent. But what both Sean and Max know, and Lucy will reluctantly admit to, is that she will break the rules when it’s the right thing to do.
Max, Sean, Lucy, and Nate work together to discover the truth about what happened to the family, where the youngest boy went — if he’s even okay, and what else has been transpiring in the town within the last three years. It seems to be a bigger conspiracy than any of them could have predicted.
I am a fan of Allison Brennan. Anyone who has read my reviews knows that I have read nearly every one of her books in the last year alone. I’m obsessed — and I’m proud of it. She’s a brilliant writer.
But there was one thing that bothered me about this book. Most sections and chapters ended with a clichéd statement. Something that was meant to drive the suspense, but felt too forced. I can’t include any of them without the context, or without giving anything away, but it was definitely something that I could have done without.
Even still, if this is my only complaint, I’d call it a win. This entire series is worth reading and comes highly recommended!
This long-awaited novel is the sixteenth book in the Lucy Kincaid series, but also happens to be the sixth book in the Maxine Revere/Maximum Exposure series, as it is a crossover of the two intelligent women’s stories.
Lucy Kincaid has a new case — or a new, old case it seems. Four bodies were discovered in a mass grave as mere skeletons. What’s worse? Two of them were kids. It turns out that an entire family has been killed executioner-style — well, an entire family except for the youngest, Ricky, who still seems to be missing.
Working alongside Agent Nate Dunning, Lucy does her best to keep it together while working against some of the most arrogant and wealthy individuals in the area. But even still, there’s more to it than this … unfortunately, Lucy isn’t aware of that, yet.
Not until Max Revere, an investigative reporter, shows up in hopes of helping pursue a current case that belongs to SAPD (San Antonio Police Department), but knows it won’t be easy. There’s a reason Revere typically sticks to cold cases: no one gets in her way because they figure it’s impossible to solve. But this case is current — and seems to be linked to Lucy’s case.
Working with Sean Rogan, Lucy’s husband, Max attempts to get Lucy on board with her theory, but it doesn’t work well for awhile. Lucy, unlike Sean and Max, prefers to follow the letter of the law as an FBI agent. But what both Sean and Max know, and Lucy will reluctantly admit to, is that she will break the rules when it’s the right thing to do.
Max, Sean, Lucy, and Nate work together to discover the truth about what happened to the family, where the youngest boy went — if he’s even okay, and what else has been transpiring in the town within the last three years. It seems to be a bigger conspiracy than any of them could have predicted.
I am a fan of Allison Brennan. Anyone who has read my reviews knows that I have read nearly every one of her books in the last year alone. I’m obsessed — and I’m proud of it. She’s a brilliant writer.
But there was one thing that bothered me about this book. Most sections and chapters ended with a clichéd statement. Something that was meant to drive the suspense, but felt too forced. I can’t include any of them without the context, or without giving anything away, but it was definitely something that I could have done without.
Even still, if this is my only complaint, I’d call it a win. This entire series is worth reading and comes highly recommended!
kle105's review against another edition
5.0
I have loved this series from the beginning. Lucy is a strong female FBI agent, and this time she is trying to solve the mystery of the family that is found in a grave that is disturbed by coastal flooding. However there is one family member missing, a young boy. Was he buried somewhere else or is he possibly alive and a witness. There is also a crossover with the Max Revere series as Max is in town for a trial, and the person who confessed is recanting.
This book took you on so many twists and turns. I love that the author tells the POV of Lucy and her thought process. You will never get a twist ending that just pops out of nowhere. This is well thought out and she describes all the different angles. You also have embezzlement, possible crooked cops, gambling, and land purchases. Another great one from Allison Brennan!
This book took you on so many twists and turns. I love that the author tells the POV of Lucy and her thought process. You will never get a twist ending that just pops out of nowhere. This is well thought out and she describes all the different angles. You also have embezzlement, possible crooked cops, gambling, and land purchases. Another great one from Allison Brennan!
jennareadsthings's review against another edition
3.0
The plots took too long to converge—more than I thought. But relatively well done and not too much retelling/underestimating the audience. Great for a run.
slc333's review against another edition
3.0
It was ok. It kind of felt 'same old, same old'. Also there were too many different POVs. It just failed to engage me. The Max/Lucy cross over may have worked in solving Justin's murder but for the most part I find having them in the same book/story simply detracts from both. They are both strong interesting characters - with strongly developed personalities, story arcs and relationships. When they are in the same book the focus is diluted to the detriment of their character interaction and story. I am not able to invest in either one because we are always switching about. The crime and the investigation - meh. Again I just wasn't invested.
ccopeland28's review against another edition
3.0
This one wasn't my favorite Max and Lucy story, but it was still good. There were a lot of moving pieces and so much going on that tied-in, or could tie-in, together that it felt a bit much.
sarahsbookstack's review against another edition
4.0
I loved getting back into the Lucy Kincaid novels. It's one of my favorite series!
When a grave of bones is found, it is revealed to be the Albright family. Denise Alright, accused of embezzleing over 3 million dollars from her company. Thought to have fled to Mexico 3 years earlier. Mom, dad, and two kids are in the Grace. But there are no bones for Ricky, the youngest of the family. 9 years old at the time of the family disappearance.... Was he buried elsewhere or did he survive and had been in hiding for the last 3 years?
Lucy is on the case to find out if Ricky is alive and it gets even bigger. Victoria-best friend of Denise is killed the same day the bones are found.
The case had so many twists and turns and new players are constantly brought into light. It was good though a bit complicated at times.
Thanks for another great book Allison Brennan!
When a grave of bones is found, it is revealed to be the Albright family. Denise Alright, accused of embezzleing over 3 million dollars from her company. Thought to have fled to Mexico 3 years earlier. Mom, dad, and two kids are in the Grace. But there are no bones for Ricky, the youngest of the family. 9 years old at the time of the family disappearance.... Was he buried elsewhere or did he survive and had been in hiding for the last 3 years?
Lucy is on the case to find out if Ricky is alive and it gets even bigger. Victoria-best friend of Denise is killed the same day the bones are found.
The case had so many twists and turns and new players are constantly brought into light. It was good though a bit complicated at times.
Thanks for another great book Allison Brennan!
audiobooks_sweettea's review against another edition
2.0
As a thriller lover, I look for books that will absolutely pull me into the heart of the story, take me on a rollercoaster ride, and throw me down in unexpected places. Books that will leave me turning the pages, long into the night, trying to piece the puzzle together. This one, however, didn't hold up to that.
Now, don't get me wrong, the characters are chiseled nicely, but there was something lacking with the plot line. It maybe because I came into the series at book 16, or it could be that I just didn't set well with this one, but it was definitely not my favorite.
With that said, I will tell you to give this a try. The writing style is good, and the characters are likable. What I find lacking, you may find absolutely captivating. And, despite this being a 2.5 star read for me now, I will go back later, after I've read all the books in the series, and give this another try.
*I received a complimentary copy of this book from Author/Publisher and was under no obligation to post a review, positive or negative.*
Now, don't get me wrong, the characters are chiseled nicely, but there was something lacking with the plot line. It maybe because I came into the series at book 16, or it could be that I just didn't set well with this one, but it was definitely not my favorite.
With that said, I will tell you to give this a try. The writing style is good, and the characters are likable. What I find lacking, you may find absolutely captivating. And, despite this being a 2.5 star read for me now, I will go back later, after I've read all the books in the series, and give this another try.
*I received a complimentary copy of this book from Author/Publisher and was under no obligation to post a review, positive or negative.*