
I only managed to read one book this week, but it was by one of my favorite suspense writers, Laura Griffin.
Blurb via Amazon.com
One tenacious local detective can only get the help he needs from a former forensic photographer with a serial killer on the loose in the new romantic thriller from New York Times bestselling author Laura Griffin.
When former forensic photographer Miranda Rhoads moves to the seaside town of Lost Beach, she’s decided to make her living as a wildlife photographer and put crime scenes behind her. But her plans are quickly upended when one morning, she comes across a couple sleeping in a canoe, entwined in an embrace. Looking closer, she realizes the man and woman aren’t asleep—they’ve been murdered.
Detective Joel Breda sets out to find answers–not only about the unidentified victims in the marshy death scene, but also about the aloof and beautiful photographer who seems to know more about his investigation than he does.
As they begin to unravel the motivation of a merciless serial killer, Miranda and Joel must race against the clock to make an arrest before the killer can find them first.

Biography
Laura Griffin is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of more than twenty-five books and novellas. She is a two-time RITA Award winner, and her book Desperate Girls was named one of the Best Books of 2018 by Publishers Weekly. Booklist magazine calls Laura’s popular Tracers series “the perfect mix of suspense and romance.”
Laura got her start in journalism before venturing into the world of suspense fiction. Her books have been translated into fourteen languages. Laura lives in Austin, Texas, where she is working on her next novel. Visit her website at http://www.lauragriffin.com and on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/LauraGriffinAuthor
To hear about new releases, sign up for Laura’s newsletter at: http://lauragriffin.com/subscribe/
My Review
Desperate to de-stress after a particularly heartbreaking case, forensic photographer Miranda Rhoads moves to Lost Beach to take up wildlife photography- until she comes upon a double homicide and is drawn into the investigation.
Born and raised on Lost Beach, Detective Joel Breda cares deeply about the safety of his island. When two social media influencers are murdered in a disturbing scene straight out of a horror story, he knows it’s only a matter of time before the press turns the island into a zoo. He needs all the help he can get, and impressed with Miranda’s quick thinking to secure the scene and photograph the evidence before the weather could destroy it, he persuades her to stay on the investigation.
Attracted to the handsome detective, Miranda tries to maintain a professional association with Joel, but he doesn’t make it easy to resist him.
Then, someone targets Miranda and the stakes rise.
Will Miranda and Joel uncover a killer’s motive before anyone else gets hurt?
Laura Griffin is a master at police procedural mysteries. Her books always keep me on the edge of my seat.
Flight is a puzzle right to the end. The killer was a complete surprise- I love when that happens!
Have you read Laura Griffin? Do you enjoy mystery reads? Let’s talk about it…

Sign up for my newsletter and get exclusive previews, book deals, giveaways, and more-
Thank you for introducing, Jacquie! Will make a note of, because it sounds very interesting. Enjoy a beautiful week! Michael
LikeLiked by 2 people
Thank you, Michael. She’s well worth the read.
I hope the sun is shining and the birds are singing in your part of the world ❤
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you as well, Jacquie! I will try to go closer to the recommendation. Here today we had some stormy weather conditions, with rain. But the birds sang. 😉 Enjoy a great week! Michael 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks for the review, Jacqui’s. This sounds good! I love the cover, too.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I think nature photography would be a challenging career- all those early mornings! lol
LikeLike
I’ve not read this author before, but the book sounds really intriguing. And the cover is gorgeous!
LikeLiked by 1 person
I got hooked early on with her Tracer series and have her books on my auto-buy list.
LikeLiked by 1 person
What a beautiful picture! I’m not familiar with this author, but enjoyed the review.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Hypnotizing, isn’t it? 🙂
Laura is a fantastic writer, I think you’d enjoy her books.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Great review, Jacquie:) No, I haven’t read this author, but you’ve intrigued me.
LikeLiked by 1 person
She knows her stuff, Denise. The forensics angle is very believable.
LikeLiked by 1 person
This book sounds like exactly what I need right now. Thank you for introducing it to us.
LikeLiked by 1 person
You can’t go wrong with any of her books, Kymber 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on this book, Jacquie. It sounds like an intriguing read! And your photo is stunning!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks, Jan. It’s a parrot tulip 🙂
LikeLike
This sounds like an interesting book, Jacquie; a double murder in a canoe on a river is an exciting start.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Not the way to start the day for those two!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Nice review Jacquie! It is so amazing how many screenwriters that are blogging and looking for submissions. 🤔
LikeLiked by 1 person
I’d love to give it a try one day!
LikeLiked by 1 person
And who knows what will be the luck of the draw. Happy brand new week filled with every loving refreshment!💞🌺💫🍃🌺
LikeLiked by 1 person