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3.0 out of 5 stars
Lacks suspense, March 18, 2008
This review is from: The Inquisitor (Mass Market Paperback)
Former Army Ranger Sean Murphy has never been able to forgive himself for not protecting his sister Makaela, who was a victim of the notorious "Inquisitor" serial killer. When he catches a psychologist in a TV interview discussing what could cause a person to become a serial killer, he thinks that she has appeared sympathetic to the killer and will be her next victim. Sean warns Jenna, who ignores his safety warnings. Sean decides that the best way to catch the madman is to follow Jenna and let her lead him to the killer. He doesn't count on developing feelings for her, particularly when they are forced into close quarters when the killer starts closing in on her. Will Sean be able to still catch his man and keep his new lover safe?
I'm on the fence here. While I liked the story, I guessed the identity relatively early on, and was surprised that after numerous years and victims and a huge task force, the killer eluded capture yet was so easily caught in the end, with barely a passing mention of the motivations of his crimes. However, I liked how Wilson made Sean and the killer diametrical opposites, given the similar backgrounds (both raised in abusive homes), and thought it added to the depth of Sean's character. I guess for a romantic suspense, I just expected a little more... suspense.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Hot psychological thriller, January 15, 2007
This review is from: The Inquisitor (Mass Market Paperback)
This book combines realistic romance with an intriguing psychological thriller storyline, not an easy task. The main characters, both hero and heroine are well-developed, strong, independent individuals who create both sparks and strength when their paths collide. Additionally, the worlds of mental health practice, psychology, and forensics are portrayed quite accurately, which is very unusual in books, television, and film. It's nice to see a book where the author has got all of the key elements together. This book is a great read!
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INTO THE MIND OF A KILLER., March 22, 2007
This review is from: The Inquisitor (Mass Market Paperback)
You want suspense? You want mystery? Toe Tingling Terror?
How can a man be driven to brutalize a woman and enjoy her pleas for help?
Only the Inquisitor can answer that.
Three years ago, ex-army Ranger Sean Murphy, lost his sister to this killer. Now he is responsible for her son and daughter. He is burning with hatred, for revenge because the authorities are no-where near solving the puzzle of this killer.
The only way Makaela's children will be safe is if Sean can stop him. His guilt for not being there when she needed him was a driving factor.
Now, even though he didn't want to reveal himself, he was compelled to warn Dr. Jenna Kincaid that she had just exposed herself to the attentions of a serial killer. She is so naive she just can't see herself in any danger.
The writing in the dirt of her car gave her a heart-stopping jolt. Was Sean responsible, trying to scare her, or had the killer been near the car?
Suddenly we are presented with suspects without any real known involvment being shown. I really wondered about Paul, but then he appeared to be too prominent.
According to Bingham, Murphy was 38 when his sister was murdered, now about 41 [good age for a mature guy]. Jenna is 34 [a spinster who has have a few affairs?] Waste of their lives.
Bingham, head of the investigation in Birmingham, is not convinced that Jenna is in any real danger. Or maybe, is it that Sean wants to use her as bait.
Then strange things begin to happen - leaves you wondering if the killer has turned his attention onto Sean? The Inquisitor seems bent on proving that they are all vulnerable to him.
The only boring spot was when [in the middle of these problems] they decide to crawl into bed.
The plot is well worth reading - the characters pretty good [even they though they hide behind their background experiences.]
What's wrong with these squeamish woman who are afraid to handle guns? Only in understanding the gun can you be safe with one.
Definitely Recommended --M
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