If You Die Before You Wake

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Summary: To Catch A Killer
Review: Barbara Barron's life is filled with pain and sadness. She is a widow who was married very briefly to the man of her dreams, and because of his devotion for helping others she loses him forever. Since his death, Barbara has worked tirelessly to ensure that what happened to her husband and his best friend will never happen again.

One day, while at work, she receives a call from a co-worker who tells Barbara that he has left his pager at the restaurant of a client, and the co-worker needs Barbara to pick it up. Since Barbara is a kind and caring person, she agrees without a second thought. As the trainer for the software company that is installing new equipment in the establishment, Barbara will have to eventually meet with the client anyway. Little does Barbara know , that going in search of a pager will bring danger and terror into her life. When she gets to the restaurant, a very chic and upscale establishment , she discovers the owner dead. Though she may not know it at the time, Barbara has just stepped into a killer's lair.

If You Die Before You Wake by Ernestine L. Hill is a great mystery, and as a reader it kept me on my toes. Every page of this book added a new piece to the mystery puzzle, and I also enjoyed the numerous plot twists and turns. My only complaint is that I don't feel that all of the loose ends in the story were tied up, but overall I really enjoyed the book.

Reviewed by Simone A. Hawks

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Summary: Taut, gripping mystery
Review: I live in the Houston area and this work scared me to death. Hill's vivid imagery as well as her truly frightening ability to crawl into the mind of a monster make this a truly gripping read. Highly recommend to all mystery, suspense and true crime buffs!

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Summary: Simply "Captivating"
Review: The only word in my mind, which to describe this book is simply "captivating". Once you've started reading this book you will not want to put it down! The characters and their actions become so vivid in your very own imagination. You'll find yourself feeling every emotion of the characters. The context just flows . . . and the ending will leave the thoughts in your mind fulfilled, however, not wanting a good story to end. I love mystery books and I have earmarked this one as a favorite.

Rating:
Summary: Simply "Captivating"
Review: The only word in my mind, which to describe this book is simply "captivating". Once you've started reading this book you will not want to put it down! The characters and their actions become so vivid in your very own imagination. You'll find yourself feeling every emotion of the characters. The context just flows . . . and the ending will leave the thoughts in your mind fulfilled, however, not wanting a good story to end. I love mystery books and I have earmarked this one as a favorite.

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Summary: Great Mystery Novel!!!!
Review: This book is outstanding! The author gives you vivid images and details throughout the course of events. What I particularly liked about this book was it held my attention and kept me in suspense. If you enjoy reading well written mystery novels, this is the book for you. I highly recommend it.