“A dynamic story line that grips from the first chapter and doesn’t let go.”–Midwest Book Review, Diane Donovan (regarding Once Gone)“A masterpiece of thriller and mystery! The author did a magnificent job developing characters with a psychological side that is so well described that we feel inside their minds, follow their fears and cheer for their success. The plot is very intelligent and will … intelligent and will keep you entertained throughout the book. Full of twists, this book will keep you awake until the turn of the last page.”
–Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone)
Women are turning up dead in the rural outskirts of Virginia, killed in grotesque ways, and when the FBI is called in, they are stumped. A serial killer is out there, his frequency increasing, and they know there is only one agent good enough to crack this case: Special Agent Riley Paige.
Riley is on paid leave herself, recovering from her encounter with her last serial killer, and, fragile as she is, the FBI is reluctant to tap her brilliant mind. Yet Riley, needing to battle her own demons, comes on board, and her hunt leads her through the disturbing subculture of doll collectors, into the homes of broken families, and into the darkest canals of the killer’s mind. As Riley peels back the layers, she realizes she is up against a killer more twisted than she could have imagined. In a frantic race against time, she finds herself pushed to her limit, her job on the line, her own family in danger, and her fragile psyche collapsing.
Yet once Riley Paige takes on a case, she will not quit. It obsesses her, leading her to the darkest corners of her own mind, blurring the lines between hunter and hunted. After a series of unexpected twists, her instincts lead her to a shocking climax that even Riley could not have imagined.
A dark psychological thriller with heart-pounding suspense, ONCE GONE marks the debut of a riveting new series—and a beloved new character—that will leave you turning pages late into the night.
Book #2 in the Riley Paige series is also now available!
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This is the first book in a new series by Blake Pierce, featuring Riley Paige, an intuitive FBI agent who specializes in serial killers. I’ve read all 3 so far. The series shows promise. Riley and her partner Bill are capable, but interestingly flawed characters. Pierce is a good writer so the story proceeds apace. It’s somewhat unrealistic because Riley is a rogue agent at times and yet the FBI overlooks her foibles. She also gets herself in danger too often too be believable, but nonetheless, these are good stories that are worth a read. Note: each book sets you up for the next one so read them in order.
Well written, this is a “can’t put down ” book.
I’m definitely a fan of Blake Pierce. This book is not a favorite because I had a hard time meshing with the lead character. It took time but as the character grew I was able to enjoy the book. I will continue to read this series.
Excellent. Could not stop reading.
Have read most of the sries…is great
Loved
If you like action packed books .You will enjoy this. Its about a women who rises above her own tragedy to save others . Has its own twists and turns . If you like a book with a strong women figure and a murder mystery you will like this .
Good thriller.
I really enjoyed this book . kept me wanting to come back and come back until I finished it
I really enjoyed reading this book. It kept me guessing and entertained.
Love the author..series of books by her all are great!
Great read! Compelling story and characters.
Reader was challenged to sort through the detective own experiences with the hidden killer and new murders happening. Action packed clues for the reader to try to reconcile with the actual facts of the crime scenes. The detective kept pushing self doubt from determining the truth from fiction. Good message of never giving up and what can happen when one does.
Excellent writer!
Meh. It never really gets off the ground.
This is the first book in 13.5 years that had me hooked from page 1 to the end just as intensely. A thrilling, page turner, & grippingly so much that I absolutely did NOT want to put down! Cannot wait to read book #2 in this mystery series!
hard to get into this book. Does not hold my interest though it is the kind of book I usually like.
Riley Paige is complex & interesting character. As an FBI agent she is on a journey of self discovery as well solving crime. It matters not whether problems deal with family relationships, rapport with her partner, or obstacles that hinder wrapping up the investigation. She has a knack of entering a suspects mind in order to understand motive or method.
Really enjoyed this fast paced book.
Page turner from the beginning. All books in this series have been great!! Waiting on next release in March 2018