From USA Today Bestselling Author, Jacquie Biggar, comes a gripping techno-thriller, part of a multi-author series tied together by an interlocking cast of characters, all centered around the fantastic new promise of high technology and the endless possibilities for crime that technology offers, in a world where getting away with murder can be not only plausible, but easy…if you just know how.
… know how.
Investigative reporter Julie Crenshaw stumbles upon the case of a lifetime–one that could cost her everything.
When Julie is called on to investigate a string of sexual abuse cases, she doesn’t expect to land in the crosshairs of a serial rapist. Soon she’s in a race to find the facts before a killer makes her the headline.
Detective Matthew Roy is frustrated with his inability to track a rapist terrorizing his city. Added to that, his partner’s reporter girlfriend is dogging his every step and won’t heed his warnings. Time is ticking with the perpetrator escalating his crime to murder. Matt needs to find the killer soon, or chance losing someone he cares for- the question is, how?
★★★★★ “This author is an auto-buy for me. Each of her novels including this one is a perfect mix of angst, suspense, humor, and steaminess.”
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If you don’t know about any of my past reviews, I love Jacquie Biggar’s work. This one is some of her best as we travel into the virtual realms of mysteries with great characters. You’ll love the chase that this book takes you on down in the crooks of this community and I thoroughly enjoy how she meshes things well with her books in ways that put it all in perspective for the reader. These are the types of stories I enjoy reading about and staying with a series like this!
5 Star
Virtually Gone (High-Tech Crime Solvers Book 6) by Jacquie Biggar
Virtually Gone is the sixth book in the High-Tech Crime Solvers series by Jacquie Biggar. This is a fast paced mystery/ suspense with some danger that I read in one sitting. I was on the edge of my seat and had to know what was going to happen next. Julie and Matthew, she’s a Investigative reporter who likes to follow a story till its solved. He’s a detective who is beginning to get frustrated that he hasn’t been able to bring a rapist to justice. What happens when the Crime escalates to murder? Will Matthew bring him in for questioning ? Will Matthew solve the case? Find out what happens next in this must read.
3 Stars
Virtually Gone is the sixth book in the High-Tech Crime Solvers Series-contributed by Jacquie Biggar. The High-Tech Crime Solvers Series is a multi-author collaboration, each bringing their own story to the mix while using an interlocking cast of characters as well as the high-tech crime solving theme.
I was so excited to read this book after seeing the title of this book, and series. I love a good mystery/crime story- and the ‘high-tech’ component increased the intrigue for me. Add Ms. Biggar to the mix and I couldn’t one-click quick enough. Ms. Biggar is one of my go-to authors, whenever I see her name pop up, I know I am going to be getting a great read. So having said that- I must admit that I haven’t read any of the other books in this collection- and now feel that perhaps I should have, as there were a few instances in this book where I felt as if I were missing something, or should have known more about the circumstances, but didn’t. This is the first time I have come away from one of Ms. Biggar’s books feeling just a little disappointed. Don’t get me wrong- this is an interesting and entertaining story, but I had such high expectations for it and I was expecting to be blown away by it- so I feel like there was a bit of a missed opportunity to make this book incredible.
I will try to explain why I feel this way. The story was building to be quite a suspenseful cat-and-mouse game- but fell a bit short- I think there needed to be more tension, suspense and drama. I felt that the story was a bit rushed and cut short in places where the tension could have been developed more- with just a little bit ‘more’ story and development that this book would have been stellar. Overall, I just felt like I was missing details, that important parts of the story were passed over- which makes me wonder if these details are contained in the other books of the series? While the story was quite detailed and descriptive in places- we could have done with a little less detail on the ‘scenery’ and more details on the more important aspects such as the backstory, character details, the cat and mouse game, and the ‘high-tech’ components. The depth, drama, suspense, and psychological tension were lacking for me. There were also a few contradictions in the storyline, as well as continuity issues. I really wanted to be blown away by this book and feel bad that I can’t give this the five stars that I was expecting to.
Thank you, Jacquie Biggar!
Virtually Gone by Jacquie Biggar is the sixth book in the High-Tech Crime Solvers series. This is a story full of suspense and intrigue that certainly keeps the pages turning.
The characters in this book have been well crafted. I liked the relationship between the two partners, I felt like they complimented each other well. Each seemed to the make up for the others flaws. They were determined to solve this case and find the person responsible and it was easy to feel their urgency behind it.
The story was also really well developed. I wanted to find out what was going on and to see how the book would turn out. I thought the author did a great job of keeping you guessing with some well timed twists and turns. It was a suspenseful story that definitely kept me interested. I enjoyed reading this book and will look forward to more in the future.
Virtually Gone (High-Tech Crime Solvers Book 6)
By Jacquie Biggar
5 out of 5 stars
The story Virtually Gone (High-Tech Crime Solvers Book 6) by Jacquie Biggar is a thrilling book to read. It pulled me in from the start and didn’t let me go until the final page. It is a story that has mystery, suspense, and danger. I loved reading about the characters of Julie Crenshaw and Matthew Roy. Julie is an investigative reporter who when on a story is determined to follow it to its conclusion. The one that she is on now could be the case of a lifetime. Matthew is a detective who is frustrated by the fact that he hasn’t been able to bring a rapist to justice. When the suspect escalates his crime to murder, Matthew knows that he has to bring him in. The one question is how? Read this book to see if Matthew solves the case. This is a story that had me turning pages wondering what was going to happen next. I loved the way that the author writes about the technology used in the investigation. I also enjoyed the interactions and bantering back and forth between the characters. This is a fast-paced book that will keep you guessing. I highly recommend reading it.
I enjoyed this suspenseful, mystery story. This is not my first book by this author but it is one of my favorites for sure. It is a well written story that made me feel as if I was part of the story. I had no problem connecting with the characters and they pulled me into the story right from the beginning. The twists and turns left me turning pages fast. It is a shorter story that is creative and fast paced. Julie gets a case of her life but will mean losing her life to get the headline? Detective Matthew is frustrated that Julie won’t listen to him but will he be able to protect her before she becomes the next rapist’s victim? I highly recommend this book and this author.
I received an ARC from the author, Jacquie Biggar, via Bookfunnel and this is my voluntary and honest review. I highly recommend this book if you like a book that keeps you on the edge of your seat and hard to put down. A reporter, Julie, her boyfriend, Connor, and his police detective partner, Matt, are trying to solve serial rapist and murder cases that date back a decade to when Matt’s sister, Katrina, was murdered by the same killer. I liked this book because the action started immediately and the case wasn’t solved until the end and then it wasn’t who I thought it was. Excellent writing by this author.
Detective Matthew Roy and his partner Connor have been hunting a serial rapist and murderer. Matt’s partner’s girlfriend, Julie Crenshaw is an investigative reporter who is determined to help them solve the case. This is personal for her after surviving her abduction by the ABC killer. When they use Forensic DNA Phenotyping, they are given information that may help them identify a suspect, now all they need to do is find him. When further DNA testing ties their killer to a past case, finding the killer becomes very personal for Matt. Meanwhile, Matt has met Taylor Monroe, Julie’s boss, and finds himself attracted to her. When there is a break in the case, will Matt be able to finally bring down the killer, bring closure to his past and look forward to a future…maybe with Taylor? I received an advance review copy at no cost and without obligation from the author. (by paytonpuppy)
This was my first book in this series. It was interesting and page-turning. This story has a well-written plot, that introduces high-tech to help solve the crime. Detective Matthew Roy has a personal stake in finding the serial rapist, and he must hold himself in check or get booted off the case. Investigative reporter Julie Crenshaw stumbles across a case that would enhance her career, if she doesn’t end up dead. The characters were well-developed and believable. I enjoyed reading and will read the others in the series.
Virtually Gone
By
Jacquie Biggar
This is book six of a multi-author collaboration. Each story is different with overlapping characters. Matt and Connor are investigating murders; these two characters work well together in this story being opposites. With the added frustration of Julie. This is a fast moving story, very enjoyable read. Author Jacquie Biggar does a great job. You will not be disappointed. I look forward to reading more from her.
This novel has it all: suspense, mystery, and of course danger. Virtually Gone pulled me in from the get-go. I couldn’t put it down no matter what. Virtually Gone: A Mended Souls Novel (High-Tech Crime Solvers Book 6) by Jacquie Biggar is about Julie Crenshaw, who stumbles on a case of a lifetime and Matthew who is a detective that is frustrated because he hasn’t been able to bring a rapist to justice. What happens when you have an investigative reporter that will do anything to get the story and a detective who is on the hunt for a suspect? One wonderfully written novel that will pull you in and keep you reading until the very end. Jacquie Biggar is a wonderful author that has a talent for mystery.
Virtually Gone : A Mended Souls Novel (High-Tech Crime Solvers Book 6)
Jacquie Biggar
3.5 out of 5 stars
When I stumbled across Virtually Gone, I was really intrigued. Not only did the synopsis set the premise of a good story, I was drawn by the fact that this series is comprised of various authors and their contributions. This review is difficult for me as I feel my opinions are contradictory. I will start by saying I really liked the book overall. It was about 150 pages so it proved to be a really fast read. While it had my attention from the beginning, it was simultaneously hard for me to get into the storyline because for whatever reason, I had a hard time initially keeping the main characters straight. I did like the chemistry between characters, however.
I thought the story flowed well and it was different subject matter than I find myself gravitating toward regularly. I am interested in exploring Jacquie Biggar’s writing more in the future as this was my first experience with this author.
Virtually Gone (High-Tech Crime Solvers Book 6) by Jacquie Biggar. I loved the previous books in the series so I had high hopes for this one and I was not disappointed. It can be read as a standalone but I’ve enjoyed reading them all. Its the story of Julie Crenshaw who is an investigative reporter and Matthew Roy who is a detective. Julie has come upon a case that may make or break her career. There is a string of Sexual abuse cases but what Julie doesn’t know its going to throw her right in the rapists path. Matt is ticked off because he can’t solve this case. He is ticked at Connor his partner whose reporter girlfriend seems to always be one step ahead of him. If it weren’t for Connor, Matt would have probably killed or at least locked up Julie. When the rapist resorts to murder the stakes are even higher. Will Matt, Connor and Julie use technology to solve this crime before some else gets hurt or worse murdered. Will Matt and Connor still be partners/friends at the end of this investigation? Read Virtually Gone to find out!
Virtually Gone (High-Tech Crime Solvers Book 6) by Jacquie Biggar
4 of 5 Stars
This novel is part of a multi-author series about ‘high technology and technological crimes’, some of the characters cross over from previous books but, like myself you can read this book as a standalone story. This is a techno thriller which although not my usual choice of genre had me hooked from the start. Julie Crenshaw is an investigative reporter who happens upon a story that could both be the story of a lifetime and put her life at risk. Having investigated a number of sexual abuse cases, Julie ends up on the serial rapists radar herself and has to discover his identity before he strikes again and prevent herself from becoming his next target. Meanwhile, Detective Matthew Roy is in charge of the investigation to find the serial rapist and is getting no where. His investigation in not helped by the fact that his partner’s girlfriend Julie seems to be conducting her own enquiries. When the rapist also becomes a killer both Matt and Julie need to find him and fast but how. This is a fast paced book with a fascinating and thought provoking storyline and interesting characters which kept me gripped from page one. I was fully immersed in the technological crime world created by Biggar thanks to her wonderful narrative and detailed descriptions. I am keen to read the previous books in this series now and other books by Jacquie Biggar.
Virtually gone, by Jacquie Biggar, is part six of a multi author series. I jumped straight in at book six and don’t feel like you need to have read the other books in the series to enjoy this story.
The story begins with the brutal murder of a 16 year old girl, and from this a whole series of event come in to play. The past intermingles with the present, and the race is on to stop others getting hurt.
The characters in this story all have an important part to play, and they all have different issues that make this case more personal to them than others. You can feel the passion and desperation come through, and I think that knowing what drives people, and where their reasoning comes from really helps you to engage with the characters and enjoy the story even more.
The characters and the plot moves very quickly, and there are a few surprises thrown in, which keeps the story exciting and makes you keep turning the pages.
I would recommend this if you enjoy a thriller with a twist.
This story follows Detective Roy and his partner’s girlfriend, Julie, the reporter. Julie is following the crimes of a serial rapist that just might put her in danger. Detective Roy’s half-sister was murdered years before and this case proves difficult where his feelings are involved. I loved the use of high-tech technology and how it helps them pull all the pieces together. Detective Roy is becoming quite irritated with Julie as she will not listen to him and soon, the serial rapist is dappling in murder. This one keeps you on your toes until the very end!
Oh goodness, I don’t usually read crime novels, however I really enjoyed this one.
The character development was done really well. The plot was done fantastically, as such I would assume it would be in real life of investigators and journalists, hurry up and wait type situations. Matt was by far my favorite character in this book and Julie, I would like to know more about her backstory and the leading up to this book so I may have to see if she is written in a different book. Also, I am interested in the budding romances that are forming between a few more characters, something to keep my eyes open for with this author.
I didn’t have any trouble reading this book as it is book 6 in this series, it was very well done as a standalone and I would recommend it if you are into crime investigating stories, this one’s for you.
Virtually Gone: A Mended Souls Novel (High-Tech Crime Solvers Book 6)
by Jacquie Biggar
This book had me hooked from the beginning. I was on the edge of my seat through a lot of this story wondering when or if they were going to catch this person doing these horrible things. Matt has a personal interest in catching this person and it’s making him very frustrated and on edge. This story is fast paced, full of suspense, and I love the technology used in this book. There are other great characters in this story as well. I highly recommend this book.
What a thriller!!! This is one of my favorite authors and this story proves why.
All I can say is WOW. This story kept me at the edge of my seat. Jacquie Biggar is one author that I follow on all platforms. Her writing style engages me from the first page until the last. She spins a story that will take you on twists and turns, ups, and downs. I have to reread some parts because there was a curveball that came out of nowhere. Her characters are easy to understand. They have defined characteristics that make you “like them” or “hate them”. In this story, I felt a connection Julie Crenshaw. She was handed a case about women who have been raped by a serial rapist. She may get herself in trouble. Detective Matthew Roy is the detective on the serial rapist. Can Detective Roy catch this rapist before there is another victim? Will Julie be careful so she does not become the next victim. I highly recommend this story to see what happens next.
I give Virtually Gone: A Mended Souls Novel (High-Tech Crime Solvers Book 6) by Jacquie Biggar, 4 stars.
This is crime novel that uses advanced technology to catch a serial rapist. This takes the traditional detective novel and enhances it with the use of up and coming advancements in technology. The story itself is very good too. We see things not only from the point of view of the detectives on the case, but also the reporters they happen to be friends with. Then of course there is the view of the perpetrator. This adds another layer of suspense. I was on the edge of my seat, waiting to see what would happen next and if they could catch the killer in time.
If you are a fan of criminal thrillers that used new ways of catching the bad guy, this book is for you.