A terrifying ordeal left her trapped in a prison of her own making.Ten years ago, Laura Opal endured a four-day-long nightmare that left her broken and traumatized. But the men who hurt her were caught, tried, found guilty and imprisoned, so what’s happening in her apartment building doesn’t have anything to do with her. She’s sure of it.Detective Jack Xander is investigating the sudden spate of … investigating the sudden spate of crimes at an apartment building, but every time he thinks he’s making progress, another assault leads him in a completely different direction. As he hunts for the killer’s real target, Jack is about to come face-to-face with the one true love of his life—the same woman whose heart he shattered.
↝ Trigger warning – mature content, issues of sexual assault/abuse, violence ↜
FOUR is the fourth book in the Count to Ten series by USA Today bestselling author Jane Blythe. Suspense, thrills, mysteries, serial killers, stalkers, friendship, family, and love abound in each book of this complete series!
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1. One – Xavier and Annabelle
2. Two – Ryan and Sofia
3. Three – Xavier and Annabelle, Ryan and Sofia
4. Four – Jack and Laura
5. Five – Jack and Laura
6. Six – Xavier and Annabelle
6.5 Burning Secrets (a novella) – Paige and Elias
7. Seven – Mark and Daisy
8. Eight – Ryan and Sofia
9. Nine
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Yet again another fantastic read will look forward to reading more from this author
I love this series!
I has a lot if trusts and turns and her writing is amazing. I’ve read every single one in the series so far and loving it.
Cant wait to read more.
4.5 Stars
Jack Xander and his partner, Rose Lace, have just been called to a murder in an apartment building that seems to have no reason behind the murder. When there is another murder the next night they begin to try and piece the pieces of the murder together. With subsequent murders they believe they may have an idea of what the killer may be trying to do.
Laura Opal was kidnapped 10 years ago and for four days she went through unspeakable horror to escape and then develop agoraphobia. She lives in the apartment buildings where the murders are taking place but has no desire to escape the confines of her apartment.
When Jack realizes that Laura is someone from his past that he cared about deeply will he make the case personal? Will Laura forgive Jack for his past mistakes?Detective
Can Jack and Rose figure out who the killer is really after while trying to keep Laura safe?
This is such a great series and I love that each one is unique and has it’s own spin to tie everything to the past but still move on with it’s own series.
Jack was such a good character as he had his flaws, especially in the past. That being said he had grown into a good detective but was puzzled by the murders that seemed to keep coming from the apartment building. He was so sorry for the mistakes that he made in the past and I was shocked that he knew nothing about what had happened to Laura.
Laura was a super interesting character as she lived with such an immense fear but at the same time she was super strong willed. I loved that she had her guard up still when it came to Jack and was not about to let him talk her into anything that she did not want to do. As you learn more about what she went through in the past your heart just breaks and I was so glad she got away but it was obvious her horror was not over yet.
I was definitely shocked about who the killer turned out to be and why. He was definitely cruel and misguided in his attempt for some sort of revenge.
I was sad at the end for sure with what happened but I was glad that Laura was safe and hopefully with the help of Sofia and Annabelle she will be able to overcome her fears. – By Rebecca
Omg! This series just keeps getting better and better. It was full of nail biting moments. Twists and turns that you won’t see coming. Can’t wait to read FIVE
This one like the others will pull you in and take you on an emotional roller coaster ride of twisted darkness and a connection of all the characters from the other books of family. Laura and Jack’s story intense, has every emotion, feels and twist and turns and keeps your heart pounding till the very end. Another amazing read and can’t wait to read the next.
Four books in and it was just as amazing as the first.
This book, just like the others, will have you on the edge of your seat.
This couple faced a lot from past and present.
One click now to see how they handle it all.
Have wine and tissues handy.
Wow! Another fantastic book in this series! This one was focused on Jack and his partner Rose. Several seemingly unrelated crimes happen in the same apartment building and Jack & Rose are working tirelessly to get them solved. Only to discover that they are all related and focused on one person in the same building. Jack wasn’t expecting Laura to open the door when they knocked. Shes been locking away for 10 years trying to hide from her past but Jack will now do everything in his power to protect her and get her to trust him again. They just have to catch the mad man.
Another stunning read by Jane Blythe, this series is one of my favorites. This time around we have a new couple, Laura and Det. Jack Xander. There are triggers in this book, this time they seemed alittle more violent then the past books, which drew me in even more. The characters are connected, which is nice you have that connection, Det. Jack Xander is the brother of Det. Ryan Xander from 2 and 3. There is a ton of twists and turns, and plot twists, the stalking of Laura and why it’s happening. This one will stay with me for awhile, looking forward to five.
Wow I absolutely loved this book jane has done amazing job with bring each of these stories to life I have loved everyone that I have I read so far and cant wait for more to come
This has been my favorite of the series so far. Laura was a character I enjoyed even though at times she really did irk me but given what her character went through was so incredibly traumatic it makes sense that she damaged could that’s the only way to mentally survive her past. Detective Jack sees Laura again after he’s investigating a string of murders happening in her building and once he recognizes her from his past the investigation takes a much more personal turn.
4*
Jack & Rose are called to investigate a murder in an apartment complex. Little does he know that someone from his past is been hunted.
If you’ve read any of the other books in the series you know that the author has some twists and turns to keep you interested.
I love the fact that the characters from the previous books are mentioned and come together in the mystery.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.
Without a doubt I am addicted to this series. Convoluted crimes are created by this author, ones that at times make you cringe but fascinated as well.
This story features Jack Xander as the main detective involved in trying to solve the crime spree in a certain apartment building. His partner Rose is with him too. Laura is a new character in the series and a victim, enough said as I don’t want to give away too much.
As much as I liked Jack there were times I wanted to shake him too, he annoyed me that much. His bossy, aloha, protective manner towards others is great but when it comes to looking after himself he falls short of the mark. His manner does, however, really help with Laura, the main female lead character.
At times, I was quite frustrated because the ‘baddy’ in this was getting away with so much, even though I understood why. When the action heats up- it really becomes intense. You don’t just sit on the edge of your seat, you fidget and speed read because you have to know what’s going to happen, it is that good. So, all in all, everything is balanced in the story.
Be prepared to experience every emotion possible within this one story. Another great book by this author.
What I love about Jane’s books is how completely unexpected they are, no character is ever truly safe. You never know what’s coming, who’s coming, where they’re going to be and why is it happening. Reading this book, you slowly answer all these questions and some of the answers are mind blowing! From the beginning, it’s a race to the finish line and wow is it a crazy ride and that ending! Whoa…. that’s all I’ll say because no way would I spoil that ending! Can’t wait to get into Five!
Four is a heartbreaking story of a young college student who was abducted, raped and tortured for four days turning her into an agoraphobic. After this horrendous ordeal, ten years later Laura still stays hidden in the confines of her apartment dealing with the demons of her past.
Detective Jack and Detective Rose are investigating a crime spree in an apartment building but the killer seems to be playing games with the detectives, sending them in a different direction of his prime target.
The killer is angry and is out for blood! As Jack and Rose continue searching for the Killer’s victim, Jack is slapped with a blast from the past. Someone he dearly cares about and hurt. Is she the victim that the Killer is searching for?
Jack and Rose are trying to protect Laura as the Killer is beginning to become more violent. They are also trying to help Laura heal.
Jane Blythe really knows how to write a fabulous murder mystery! Not only do you feel the pain of the victims but you also feel as though you are part of the detective’s team.
The action intensifies as Jack takes center stage. One again we have a police investigation but this time there’s a different twist. How this author keeps coming up with these and executing them is beyond me. The suspense and intrigue is heavy when people in the building start being attacked. I love Jack’s partner Rose and that these guys seem to have a partner that keeps them on their toes. This time Jack runs the one who got away and Jack and company are the only ones who are between her and death. This is a great second chance romance from this author. I love that she has been able to keep it interesting and not repetitive during the series and look forward to the next book in the series.
Four by Jane Blythe is the fourth book in the Count to Ten series and it is one of my favourite series. Reading these books in order is a must. Four, as with the others in the series is a gripping and terrifying tale. Jane has the knack for writing this genre and keeps you guessing what is going to happen. Just when you think you know, BAM, she throws in a twist full of suspense and action, you didn’t see coming. I love a story that keeps me guessing right until the very end and Jane never disappoints.
Laura has spent the last 10 years of her life living as a prisoner, a prisoner of her own making but by circumstances not of her making. She is living in hell but nothing like the hell and torture she was put through all those years ago. A hell she never thought she would live through. A hell that was so gruesome she was completely broken, one that has still left her completely broken. One where she is a shell of a person barely living, a ghost who is barely surviving.
Detective Jack Zander and his partner Detective Rose Lace are called to a case where a murder has been committed. What at first seems to be a single crime turns out to be part of something much bigger than any of the thought.
But how everything is connected? Will they learn the identity of the person they need to protect before it is too late?
Jane Blythe is a master at weaving a great story. The pain and horror that the characters go through bring out extremely intense emotions. As with all Jane’s books, this is one you will not want to walk away from.