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Summary: Big build up no delivery
Review: As a reader of many of these types of books, this was extremely disappointing to the point that I regretted spending the money for it. I won't buy another written by her.
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Summary: hush, little baby
Review: Claudia had good luck. She won the lottery at age sixteen; a goaltender on her high school's hockey team had her kiss his gloves and his team won. When she didn't, they lost... or he lost his own luck.She decided to leave her hometown of Des Moines, Iowa, and go to college in Chicago. Her luck ran out: she became pregnant. Her boyfriend broke up with her before finding out. Her parents died. And then the Madonna Murderer came about. He killed only unwed women with male babies, and left his calling card: a snow globe, for the smothered baby. He only had to kill one more mother - Claudia - and son, and he would finish killing. However, something went wrong: Claudia got away. Flash forward. The Madonna Murderer is out again, and Claudia - now known as Ivy Dunlap - is a criminal profiler, who would like nothing more than to catch the man who killed her baby sixteen years ago. Even if it means she has to be bait. Even if she has to put her own life at stake. This is a very good book; I quite enjoyed the many insights into the mind of the serial killer, and Ivy was a very likable character. The main reason I'm giving this book for stars is because it just didn't do it for me. There was something missing that I just can't seem to name, possibly a different ending. It ended without ever really ending... a sequel could very well be made out of this, and I'd definitely read it.
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Summary: Engaging characters make this suspense novel worth reading
Review: Claudia Reynolds ran away from her life sixteen years earlier, when she and her infant son were attacked by a serial murderer. Her son died but she survived and took up a new life in rural Canada.. She found peace and security but never stopped thinking about the murderer who got away. When the killings start again she returns to Chicago where she partners with Max, a single dad burnt out on his job and struggling with his relationship with his son. Claudia and Max slowly forge a relationship while the brutal murders continue. I was a annoyed by the sloppiness of investigative details of the novel: why wasn't Claudia hypnotized sixteen years ago, what is the explanation for the complete lack of clues at the crime scenes? But the strength of the book is in the characterizations. I very much enjoyed watching Max gradually emerge as the emotional one, the single parent with the overwhelming love for his child. Abraham Sinclair has a cameo role as the detective whose life was ruined by the original cases and has now risen to chief of detectives. I like the fact that, unlike so many mysteries written by former romance novelists, the two protagonists didn't jump right into bed. The end of the book makes it clear that Claudia will continue her work with Chicago Homicide in future installments. I look forward to it.
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Summary: Loved It
Review: Finally a serial killer book that doesn't feel like a rehash of every cliche known to the genre. Great characters and setting make this one special. I loved the chemistry between the lead detective and heroine. It always seemed real. I just hope this one gets a much deserved sequel-I want to know what happens to these people.
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Summary: A KIND OF HUSH
Review: First novels can often get glowing reviews, sometimes justifiably so; sometimes you have to wonder. While "Hush" is certainly a worthwhile effort from a new writer, it's far from the classic that so many have credited it.
While the plot is unique in its depiction of a serial killer, Frasier doesn't do a lot to add much to the whole genre. He has, what else, a mother who has abused, dominated, and humiliated him all his life. The dead baby letters that purportedly push him over the edge is stretching credibility, and the denouement is fairly predictable.
Now, what's good is the dimensions she gives Ivy Dunlap and Max Irving; they are quite different for leading roles, and at times, they're not that all likeable. Ethan Irving is a real pain in the..., whining and worrying about who his real parents are. His going off with the killer is also somewhat immature for a sixteen year old to do, but it does make the plot more "chilling."
A graphic, somewhat overwrought, novel, but has some merit in its narrative and does demonstrate Ms. Frasier's potential. RECOMMENDED.
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Summary: From Romance Novels to Thrillers Without Missing a Beat!
Review: For a first time mystery/thriller writer, Anne Frasier hit the mark! I especially enjoyed the realistic character development that occurs throughout the book and I enjoyed the way the book ended. I know there will likely be a sequel, but even if there isn't one, I appreciate the fact that Frasier did not feel compelled to wrap the ending into a tidy bow. She didn't need to go off into a romantic ending nor make everything end perfectly. Instead, she mimics true life. Her storyline was creative and unique. I will be recommending this to my friends and family. Keep up the great job Anne. I'll be on the lookout for your next novel. Welcome to the mystery writers' genre. I think you have much to offer.
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Summary: Solid Debut Effort
Review: Frasier hasn't really added anything new to the serial murderer genre, but she has managed to inject it with mutlifaceted characters and a rather chilling examination of a murderer's mind. Fleeing for her life after a brutal assualt which leaves her child dead, criminal psychologist Ivy Dunlap returns to Chicago, the scene of the crime, with a new identity to finally put a stop to the madman who changed her life forever almost twenty years ago. Aiding her in the mission is Max Irving, a veteran homicide cop with Quantico training, who has no idea who Ivy really is and is having problems of his own with his adopted teenage son, Ethan...who looks remarkably like Ivy. Unique to Frasier's characterization is that, at times, the protagonists aren't all that likeable. The plot progresses in a fairly predictable fashion, with some genuinely surprising twists, to a satisfying denouement, which leaves some red herrings as exactly that. So basically, you have a very suspenseful, if mildly predictable thriller, with characters who surprise you, a killer who truly is diabolical, and some plot twists that will actually take your breath away. All in all, good fun and highly recommended. I look forward to future offerings from this author.
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Summary: Fantastic new author
Review: Hush is an absolute page turner. This woman will make a mark in the world of pyschological suspense. Be prepared for a long night. I already look forward to her next book. Thank you Anne Frasier
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Summary: what i thought
Review: I am a James Patterson fan and I absoutely loved this book! I can't wait fo this author to do more! I absoutely lovd the characters!
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Summary: Suspenseful!
Review: I could not put this book down! I bought it at the airport and had it finished before the plane landed. The characters were very well developed and the plot kept you guessing. I really felt involved in the case.
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