It’s Lilah Love’s job to inhabit a killer’s mind. The unapologetically tough FBI profiler is very comfortable there. But her latest case is making her head spin. It’s a string of brutal assassinations carried out across the country, each tied to a mysterious tattoo. Body by body, she’s followed the clues all the way back to her hometown. And every step of the way, the killer has been following … her.
Here, beneath the glamour of the privileged Hamptons community, is a secret long buried but never forgotten. It’s bigger than Lilah. It’s powerful enough to escape the reach of the FBI. And it’s more personal than anyone can imagine. Because it’s hiding in Lilah’s own past. To fight it, she’s forced to turn to her lethally tempting ex, Kane Mendez. He’s an expert at bringing out Lilah’s darkest impulses. If she plans to survive, she’s going to need them.
The Lilah Love series:
Book One: Murder Notes (Murder Duet #1)
Book Two: Murder Girl (Murder Duet #2)
Book Three: Love Me Dead (Umbrella Man Duet #1)
Book Four: Love Kills (Umbrella Man Duet #2)
Book Five: Bloody Vows (Wedding Duet #1)
Book Six: Blood Love (Wedding Duet #2)
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What an action packed, suspenseful, mysterious, addicting read! So many secrets, so much drama, and the twists and turns…..you don’t want to put it down! Lilah Love is one tough, bad talking, smart, dedicated FBI agent. Lilah and Kane are so in sync with each other and I love them together! I want these two to get a happily ever after, but will it happen?? I can’t wait for the next book!
Lisa Renee Jones can write steamy and a bit of dark romance. With the Lilah Love duet, I am awed with how she made her writing style a bit different. Murder Girl was written as a suspense thriller, with a little romance in the mix. The questions that ran through my head of the why’s and who’s…I could not fully understand or guess what the outcome could bring.
I enjoyed reading about Lilah and Kane’s relationship. It was a very slow burn. Lilah was hard and int the reality of things. Kane let Lilah be and at the same time tried to be her protector. These two had my head and heart spinning. I could not tell which way was up with these two. But that is the reason why Murder Girl work. I loved the suspense and the drama. There is so much more that I want to say! I will leave my review with this. Drama…Suspense…Lust…The Right…The Wrong…Surprises…and Pure Chills you will get by the time you are done with this book!
Murder Girl is a high, adrenaline rush of a suspense novel. Continuing where book one left off, FBI agent Lilah Love is trying to catch an assassin that only she ties to the murders she is investigating. As the bodies keep falling, a stalker keeps leaving Lilah threats and everything seems tied to a bigger conspiracy. The only person Lilah can trust is the rumored head of a drug cartel and her ex. Kane Mendez knows where the bodies are buried, literally. When Lilah murdered her rapist, Kane buried the body and now the threats seem to be centered around the secrets that will always unite Lilah and Kane. Everyone, friend and family alike, appear dirty as Lilah and Kane race to take down a killer before he disappears. This book catches the reader and takes you on a nerve racking thrill ride full of twisty secrets and totally addicting. The main characters will stay with the reader long after the story ends, Kane is a super sexy combo of bad boy and the perfect protector. Lilah is tough and uncompromising with the perfect amount of bad attitude and snark who is more comfortable with the dead than the living. The couple share a unique dynamic of love, protection, and compromise. This book gives a ending to the current case while setting up far reaching scenarios that will tie and lead to multiple places. This book is a fantastic read that will leave you wanting more. My voluntary, unbiased review is based upon a review copy from Netgalley.
5 STARS FOR LILAH!! Another phenomenal story in this series. Lilah continues her story with all the twists and turns and full of suspense. We did get some answers in this book that we were waiting on from the first book, Murder Notes. Lisa Renee Jones is a fantastic author that keeps you turning pages. If you haven’t started this series, what are you waiting for.
I really love this book. I can’t wait to see what’s next for Lilah Love. Lisa Renee Jones has a way with writing suspense and mystery that just keeps me on the edge of my seat. I love the twist and turns and no one is ever who you think they are. I got sucked into this series from the start, and I’m so happy I did. She is one of my go to authors, I don’t even have to know what the book is about, I just know is Lisa Renee Jones wrote it, I am going to love it.
Wow! What a book! This started right where Murder Notes left off. Kane and Lilah are about to question someone who could give them the answers they need. The book is faced paced because there is so much that Lilah is piecing together. You become an FBI profiler as you read this, trying to figure out who’s who and who did what. Everyone Lilah has contact with is suspicious. Who can she trust? She once again proves to be a complete bada**. We do find out in this book who is behind all the murders and Lilah’s horrific night. But that’s just the beginning of finding them and getting justice. This is a phenomenal series. I absolutely can not wait for the next book to see what Lilah, Kane, and Murphy can accomplish together. Brilliant story Ms. Jones! Keep them coming.
You need to read the first book (Murder Notes) in this series before reading this one. I liked this book and the series; however, this is not my favorite of Lisa’s work. I prefer her romance/suspense work. This series has a thriller feel with romantic undertones. I do get a kick out of Lilah and her “colorful” language and I do love a “kick ass” heroine. Kane is a good match for her and the romantic in me hopes their relationship continues in the conclusion of this series. We are again left with some questions as to what is really going on here but I know Lisa will not fail us in the next book with those answers. I received an advance copy of this book from the author and publisher and this is my honest and voluntary review.
Murder Girl is the second book in the Lilah Love Series from Lisa Renee Jones. It’s a sexy, fast pace, and intriguing continuation of Murder Notes.
Lilah Love, a profiler for the FBI, is sent back home to New York to find a “serial killer”. The only problem, the only link is her. As a profiler she’s learned to trust no one. Except she trusts Kane. He is part of her being the link in the murders.
I truly loved reading this and want more. This series is not based around the romantic connections between Lilah and Kane even though that is part of the plot. Lilah’s profiling and intuition make her one if the strongest female characters I’ve read. It’s a nice change of pace to see a woman in this role while keeping the romantic part of the story just as a background. It’s there but not front and center. I have voluntarily read and reviewed Murder Girl. This is another must read from Lisa Renee Jones.
Lilah Love is still working her case – trying to prove that Kane Mendez the criminal she still loves is not guilty of murder and keeping her family out of trouble. Murder Girl picks up where Murder Notes left off and the story is even more action packed than the first book.
I dont want to give anything away just know that the story is fast paced and so detailed – all of the things we have come to expect from Lisa Renee Jones and her fantastic stories. We do get to revisit all the characters we meet in book 1 and watch as Lilah tries to solve the murder in her own backyard. All the while trying to keep her feelings and Kane at bay even though that is not what she really wants. The end is great and the set up for the next book in the series is perfect.
If you love JD Robb then you will not be disappointed with Lilah Love and Murder Notes and Murder Girl. Ms Jones does a fantastic job setting up her characters and I cant wait to spend time with Lilah and Kane in the next book.
Murder Girl is Lilah Love’s nickname and she has worked hard to achieve all she has in the profiling field. However, she chases a killer back to her hometown and is sucked back into the family drama. The highlight of being back home is Kane. I love reading Lisa Renee Jones books they keep you on your toes and keep you guessing. And her love scenes are just as mind blowing. This is book #2 in the Lilah Love Series and I enjoyed this book more than Book #1. So I can’t wait for the next book in the series!
Murder Girl by Lisa Renee Jones is book Two in the Lilah Love series. This book is not a standalone book, so you do have to read the previous book ‘Murder Notes’ first to fully enjoy this book. Lilah is still on the pursuit of a killer and getting the answers she need. There is a underline romance for Lilah but for I felt is was more of a mystery/suspense story. This whole series so far are books that you can’t put down and you just want more….which will lead us to book three in the series. Can’t wait to see what happens next!
*4.5 Stars*
Such a great second installment!!!
This book picks up right where book one ended. Even though it had been a while since I read the first book, I had no problem catching up with these characters. I was worried I wouldn’t remember all of the details because so much happens! I had no need to worry though because Lisa did an amazing job making sure I remembered what had happened.
I love Lilah Love! She is such a strong female character in both her work and personal lives. I wish there was more of Lilah and Kane. I love their push and pull relationship. They know each other so well and know exactly what buttons to hit when needed.
I love being surprised when I read and this book surprised me so many times! There were many twists and turns that constantly kept me guessing the whole way through.
I can’t wait to see more of this world Lilah runs! There are so many questions that I want answered. Don’t worry, there’s not enough loose ends where you’ll feel unsatisfied at the end of this story but dang it I need more!
Grateful to have received a complimentary ARC copy to honestly review.
Murder Girl, the continuation of Lisa Renee Jones’ Lilah Love series is just as captivating and intense as Murder Notes because the closer Lilah gets to unraveling the killer’s mind and following the clues of the case, the more twisted and interconnected those involved become, making it almost impossible to identify the truths amidst the lies and the guilty amidst the innocent and forcing Lilah to take extreme steps to solve this case, even if it means fully embracing her dark impulses and giving into once dormant desires for a certain man she can’t seem to stay away from despite the risks and dangers that surround her life due to her career and where this particular case has led her.
I don’t want to give away any part of the plot because it is absolutely necessary to understand and experience every lead…every clue…every discovery as they occur in the story, making readers members of Lilah’s team, which not only keeps readers engaged, but it also provides them with a vested interest because as they hypothesize what the information means and what’s at stake the longer the case remains unsolved, a resolution becomes mandatory, not only in order to prevent the heinous crimes that continue to run rampant but also to protect Lilah from coming anymore undone than she already is at the hands of a madman as well as a past and a present that somehow intertwine.
Because this series is more of a suspense thriller than a romantic suspense, which is established quite well in Murder Notes, the focus of Murder Girl is on the case, its many sides, and the mental effect it has on Lilah Love. BUT, because Lilah’s ex, Kane Mendez, becomes a central figure in the story line, not only in Lilah’s everyday life but also in the case, the romantic aspect of the series becomes more prominent, which, in some ways, seemed a bit too predictable…maybe even unnecessary due to the forced change in focus, but I also understand why Lisa Renee Jones added those scenes into the story. Perhaps I’m too absorbed with and too involved in the ins and outs of the profiling case that I didn’t want to switch gears, but for those readers who have been waiting for Lilah and Kane to act on those feelings that are so clearly below the surface, they’ll be happy with the developments in book 2.
There’s still so much to figure out when Murder Girl ends and with the betrayals that have occurred and the lives that are still at risk, I can’t even begin to predict where Lisa Renee Jones will lead Lilah Love and all those involved with this case, which means that I will be anxiously waiting for the next book in the series!
4.5 Poison Apples
In this story there is mystery, suspense, and GREAT SARCASM. This is one of the best stories I have read. Lilah Love is my favorite character. Lilah takes no crap from everyone.
Lilah’s passed has come back to haunt her. In this book you get answers to the questions that came up in Murder Notes.
Murder Girl picks up right where Murder Notes stops. Lilah has to ride the line between right and wrong to get to the bottom of who is the Society and who is in it. Lisa Renee Jones does keep some questions unanswered but nothing makes you feel like it wasn’t worth the read.
Reviews by the Wicked Reads Review Team
Mary Jo –
Just when I thought I had it all figured out, Ms. Jones pulls a fast one that I didn’t see coming. With everything that’s going on in Lilah’s life, it’s hard for her to sort the good guys from the bad. What she’s coming to realize is that there are no clear lines and the best she can hope for is to align herself with the one person she can trust: Kane.
He’s her rock and salvation even if she doesn’t want to admit it. Kane’s seemingly endless understanding of Lilah is wonderful – it gives her stability and strength that’s been missing in her life since her mother’s accidental death.
The writing and edge of your seat moments kept me up all night just to see what truths came to light and what questions are still lingering. I can’t wait until the next chapter in Lilah’s life.
Avid Reader –
4.5 stars
M/F Thriller
Triggers: Murder, stalking
This book follows book one so I highly suggest that you read them in order. You need the back story in order for this one to make the most sense.
Lilah is still at it – she’s trying to figure out what all of these murders have in common. So far, her only link is herself. There is truly nobody that she can trust and because of that, it makes her task of finding the killer that much more difficult.
Kane is Lilah’s compass whether she wants it or not. They have been through a lot and despite their past, both are magnetic when it comes to each other. Kane has his work cut out for him and when the secrets start to reveal themselves, he will have to protect Lilah with even more resolve.
This is an edge of your seat thriller and I cannot wait for the third one. Jones keeps you on your toes and when you think you know what’s going to happen, another curve is thrown in the story. Each character is well written and complex, their romance is part of the story but does not overpower it, and the mystery aspect is exactly what makes this book so successful, for me.
Ruthie –
This is the second book in the series – and you absolutely HAVE to read Murder Notes first. I was so grateful that there was a wonderful primer at the beginning to remind those of us who have read a fair few books in between installments of all the twists and turns that made book one such a fabulous five-star read.
From page one we are catapulted right back into the crazy that is FBI Agent Lilah Love’s life, and current case(s). She is such a fabulous character, and narrator of the story – I would love to be her… perhaps mostly because as well as kicking ass, she has one very hot Kane Mendez as a past (and present/future) love interest. Their interactions are fabulous, with the temperature set at maximum, and a wild mix of humour, passion, and ire. Sometimes the very description of what they are wearing is part of the seduction – even when it is black FBI garb, or a purple striped shirt.
The mystery continues to be intriguing too, and whilst some doors open, other twists come and turn your thoughts around again. I love the layers, the misdirections, and the fact that Love herself is so tied up in it all. Page turning reading at its best. Cannot wait to see where this goes next!
Reviewers on the Wicked Reads Review Team were provided a free copy of Murder Girl (Lilah Love #2) by Lisa Renee Jones to read and review.
I LOVED this 2nd installment in the Lilah Love series. Lilah + Kane are my favorite EVER and I could read about them for a hundred more books. She’s in the FBI. He’s a criminal AT BEST, and likely the head of a violent cartel. Their relationship is unlikely, but the fire is there.
I devoured this book in what is considered record time for me lately. I haven’t been using my kindle much, but I absolutely flew through this one in no time. Have I mentioned how much I love Kane?
I think this slight change in genre is good for LRJ. I love her romances, but this Lilah Love series is a real sparkler. She’ll definitely add a whole new group of fans to her base with this one because it has enough romance to keep her romance readers involved, but with the mystery side of it being so intriguing, I think she’ll add a ton of people that prefer mystery over romance.
I received an advance reader copy of this book that I have chosen to review.
I literally kept guessing who is the good guy and who is the bad? When I thought I had everything straight, nope, not so much! I love when I don’t figure it out too quick and I’m still going what??? at the end of the book. I got some answers to my questions but now I have more!!!
When she’s trying to tell everyone what her profile on the killer is, no one is taking her seriously. She has to fight with everyone to try to get her point across.
I absolutely love mystery romance books and this one definitely fits that bill for me. I can’t wait for the next book! I mean come on, who can’t wait to see more of Lilah and Kane. (I have a thing for bad men who have a good heart!) When Kane and her are together they are combustible and can’t wait to see more of them!!!
This suspense filled thriller continues in this second book in the Lilah Love series. I don’t want to give anything away so I’ll just say this, this book picks up right where book one left off. If you haven’t read Murder Notes yet stop now. Go read it. Then come back and grab a copy of this one! As with the first book the story is fast paced, intense, and exciting as Lilah Loves continues to track whoever is responsible for the current string of murders that seem to have a personal connection with Lilah. This is a series you don’t want to miss. I highly recommend it.
A different kind of love story! Ashley @ White Hot Reads
Kane and Lilah have a very unique relationship. The story was all over the place with lots of people keeping secrets. There is defiantly a love hate relationship between Kane and Lilah. I can say I kept reading because I wanted to know what happened. This is defiantly a unique love story with lots of twist.
What a remarkable read! This book left off right were the first book ended.
Lilah Love is a real bad a$$. She doesn’t let anyone stand in her way. Not her family, police, her ex’s, and especially Kane Mendez.
Lilah is an FBI agent trying to figure out who is murdering people, leaving notes, and who was involved in her secret past that her and Kane have together.
Lilah is smart, cunning, and can “speak to the dead”. She’s getting closer and closer to finding the assassin and the assassin is getting closer to her.
This book has excitement, mystery, suspense, and love.
Lisa Renee has done it once more. Another book that I can see as a suspense movie!
LOVED IT, I can’t wait to read the next book