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Murder, Just Because: A Detective Quaid Mystery: The Return of The Snowman (Detective Quaid Series Book 5) Kindle Edition


It was a matter of beginner’s luck, but rookie detective Steven Quaid’s career and reputation as an elite investigator skyrocketed when he captured one of the most sadistic serial killers in Alaskan history: Stowy Jenkins, AKA the Snowman.But that was ten years ago.And now…Jenkins is back.Escaped from prison and on the move, his bloodlust is stronger than ever, and his methods of torture are even more horrifying than before. As his bloody rampage continues and the number of mutilated bodies mounts, terrified Alaskans increasingly doubt Quaid’s ability to catch the killer again.The detective’s reputation is on the line, and he’s going to need a lot more than luck, because this time, Jenkins is driven by more than the thrill of a random kill. This time, it’s more personal. He’s out for revenge…and his ultimate target is Quaid.In a deadly game of cat-and-mouse, Jenkins starts picking off the people in Quaid’s life…slowly, gradually tightening his circle of corpses and drawing ever closer to the most important person in Quaid’s life...his wife.Can Quaid do the impossible again? Can he outmaneuver the killer, or has the detective's luck finally run out?

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Reviewed by K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite
Murder, Just Because is a work of mystery fiction in the detective/sleuth subgenre, and was penned by author Yolanda Renée. The work is written for adult readers due to the usage of explicit language and some graphic scenes of violence and sexual situations. Subtitled 'A Detective Quaid Mystery: The Return of The Snowman", in this story we find ourselves once again with Steven Quaid after his successful capture of Stowy Jenkins, AKA the Snowman. Ten years later, Jenkins has escaped from prison and is hell-bent on punishing Quaid by picking off the people he cares about, one by one. As time ticks on and Jenkins gets closer to Quaid's wife, Sarah, the detective must risk everything to put the Snowman to rest once and for all.

After several daring adventures in the world of serial killers and psychopaths, author Yolanda Renée manages to ramp up the stakes even higher in this non-stop thrill ride of terrifying situations and masterful deductions. Steven Quaid makes for a superb central figure with his sharp wits and well-honed instincts, but it was actually Sarah that impressed me most in terms of character development and her role in the plot. It's wonderful to see an inclusive detective tale where other characters get to be resourceful and useful in their own right, and the effect gives an even more realistic and thrilling tone to the plot. Overall, I would highly recommend Murder, Just Because to readers seeking a thrilling cat and mouse action novel that bears all the hallmarks of a suspenseful and well-penned mystery too.**************Reviewed by Susan Flett-SwiderskiI don't know that I'd call this a murder mystery, because we already know who the blood-thirsty psychopath is... he's an escaped serial killer named Stowy Jenkins. What we don't know is who he's going to kill next, or what creatively horrible method he's going to pull out of his bags of tricks to do the job.

We also know Detective Steven Quaid and his wife Sarah are high on the killer's list of planned kills, but what we don't know is when he's going to strike, or if he'll be successful.

Both horrifying and electrifying, Jenkins, AKA the Snowman, is a depraved character readers won't soon forget, and this isn't a book that's easily set aside. But be assured that in the midst of the chaotic and frustrating drive to recapture this monster, and in spite of his terrifying rampage, there is something more to this book. There is also love. There is gentle caring. And there is hope.

Ms. Renee outdid herself with this stunning conclusion to this series. (You might want to read it during the day...)

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While this book does contain explicit sexual language and graphic violence, it could easily be taken from the daily headlines. The content is plausible and realistic as we look at the world around us. The events in thebook are not overly done, but give a pragmatic look at the terrifying actions killers can and sometimes do take.

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Yolanda Renée
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Renée's life unfolds against the untamed beauty of the Alaskan wilderness, a true explorer navigating extremes from the midnight sun to the Brooks Range. Venturing from the corporate world to writing, she transforms Alaska into a character in her mystery trilogy, weaving wonders, mysteries, and breathtaking landscapes into each page. Beyond literature, Renée's intriguing life includes a love for garage sale finds, traveling the entire US, hiking, and a career journey from accountant to instructor. With a strong bond to numbers and a dislike for phones, Renée's novels celebrate joy and storytelling, inviting readers on thrilling adventures through her imaginative mysteries.

Email: yolandarenee at hotmail dot com

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