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Darrell James (Author)
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September 8, 2011 A Del Shannon Novel (Book 1)

A smart and determined field operative in Tucson, Del Shannon has earned a reputation for being nearly invincible in tracking down missing persons. Ironically, the only person Del has not been able to locate is the mother she's never known. Deep in the Appalachian hills of Kentucky, the Feds are investigating Nazareth Church, an isolated religious compound led by faith healer Silas Rule. People desperate for salvation are giving up everything they own—and are never heard from again.

Del is recruited when the FBI discovers that her father owns an abandoned house in the clannish community. Hoping to locate her mother, she goes undercover with ATFE agent Frank Falconet, a New Yorker who is battling his own demons. Caught in a deadly web of lies, scheming, and righteous threats of damnation, Del risks everything to find the truth. What secrets is Nazareth Church hiding? And could Silas Rule hold the key to her mother's past?


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"The fast-flowing story line will engage readers. It's nice to see James present a woman in control in the leading role." --Kirkus

"Del Shannon has the makings of a solid series character." --Publishers Weekly

"A compelling, psychological journey and powerful debut. Filled with strong, realistic characters, biting dialogue and tense, turbulent action." --Stephen Jay Schwartz, LA Times bestselling author of Boulevard and Beat

"James cranks up the tension while spinning a classic tale of good versus evil. Here's hoping for lots more from this powerful new voice on the thriller scene." --Paul Levine, author of Lassiter

About the Author

Darrell James’s short stories have appeared in numerous mystery magazines and book anthologies, and have garnered a number of awards, including finalist in the 2009 Derringer Awards. In addition, his personal odyssey to publication appears in the Writer’s Digest book How I Got Published, along with J.A. Jance, David Morrell, Clive Cussler, and many other notable authors. James splits his time between Pasadena, Calif., and Tucson, Ariz. Nazareth Child is his first novel. Visit him online at DarrellJames.com.


Product Details

  • Paperback: 360 pages
  • Publisher: MIDNIGHT INK; Original edition (September 8, 2011)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 073872369X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0738723693
  • Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.3 x 0.9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #270,853 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Sterling debut!, August 9, 2011
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In his terrific debut, Darrell James takes us for a ride along with his protagonist, Del Shannon, a kick-butt missing persons investigator. Great characters, great plot/premise, great writing -- the trifecta. I can't wait for more Del Shannon books. Highly recommended.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Del Shannon Rocks!, August 28, 2011
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This novel is a great read. I didn't want to put it down. The writing is so descriptive. I felt like I was right there in the story. I could easily picture the characters. Del Shannon is such a gutsy character. I can't wait to experience her next adventure.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Ready for the Sequel, September 17, 2011
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I admit, I was skeptical about reading a good debut novel. So many new authors intentionally or unintentionally copy the plot lines of accomplished authors, that sometimes you just can't get past the first few chapters. Not so in this case. I literally could not wait to turn the page to see what was coming next.

Plot twists, believable characters, the authorities in the background but not portrayed like bumbling idiots. All good points. I admit I was intrigued by the name of the character Del Shannon. I was hoping for a return of the books by an earlier author, but this is so much better. This Del is gritty and sexy, determined, yet with a heart under the rough exterior. Her FBI partner is not an idiot nor macho one-up-on-you kind of guy. Which is good. I wouldn't have liked him portrayed any other way.

I'm hoping that there will be more books portraying Del and how she can make a difference in the lives of the people she touches.

Good luck to Mr. James and keep being creative.
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