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Deadly Messengers

by Susan May (Author)

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"Freelancer Kendall Jennings writes fluff pieces for women's magazines. When a horrific massacre occurs at Cafe Amaretto, she scores an exclusive interview with a survivor. Suddenly, she's the go-to reporter for the crime. Investigating veteran detective Lance O'Grady and his partner Trip are tasked with finalizing the open and shut case. Seven people are dead at the hands of an unprovoked killer wielding an axe. It seems simple. Then another mass killing occurs. This time, arson, and ten eldercare facility residents die in the blaze. Both killers die at the scene. The crimes have no motive, and Lance O'Grady is left wondering how evil can strike twice. Then it happens again. Even more shocking: a mother with a gun goes on a rampage at a family birthday party. The killers share one odd detail: none have a murderer's profile. No history of violence, no connection to terrorists, no vendettas. Ordinary citizens suddenly became killers. Drawn deeper inside the crime investigation, Kendall finds herself not only clashing with O'Grady but also struggling with old demons. O'Grady resents Kendall's involvement as her presence provokes memories of a personal tragedy. O'Grady and Kendall are caught in a plan greater reaching than the crimes. They just don't know it. Someone is sending a message. And unless they can decipher the meaning, very soon, many more will die. Deadly Messengers is a page-turning thriller taking readers into the minds of mass killers in all their disconcerting madness. It poses the question: Is there a killer lurking inside everyone? The answer could prove more frightening than the crimes."--Google Books.… (more)
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was slow getting started but picked up around chapter 3.
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  carramel0705 | Jan 7, 2022 |
Susan May has a way with words that is remarkable in every way.

Susan May has a way with words that is remarkable in every way. She can make a story smooth but more often becomes the female version of Stephen King and other authors like him. Her amazing ability to actually write what most authors would not include and create a full story is incredibly fascinating and the reader can not identify why they are so involved in her story-telling. The premise of the voice in the headaches feels very real.

When did fictional stories of mass murder become more fascinating than the actual act? I was deep into the amazing descriptions, when I became aware that I was "watching" this story. How curious. This is an author who is incredibly talented in involving her readers in the book she is writing. One can almost hear the typing, see the concentration, and it becomes complete. What an amazing writer, I can almost see her as a young person at a campfire where scary stories are told and passed on. Susan May, you grabbed me and my mind, taking me on a journey I won't soon forget.

In Deadly Messengers however, there is a lot to think about. What is part of this story, causing so much unexpected control over its victims, with the premise of the very real, controlled affected voice arriving in the brains of those chosen for the message feels very real in extended death. I truly feel that I believe this voice has much to say and a gift to be given; Susan May, you grabbed me and my mind, taking me on a journey I won't soon forget. ( )
  readerbynight | Jul 16, 2019 |
Amazing, that's the only word to describe this heart-stopping thriller. From the very beginning, this book will grab you and won't let you go until the very end.

A great idea superbly executed, a fantastic writing and a mystery that will keep you on the edge of your chair, this is a totally recommended read for every mystery lover. Susan May delivers, again, a marvellous book ( )
  Claudia_M | Oct 27, 2018 |
I was looking for a good mystery-thriller book, and when this popped up as a suggested book on my Kindle, I grabbed it. It didn't disappoint! Action packed from start to end, it definitely kept me on my toes. I also like how Ms. May got into the murders relatively quickly, and to find the perpetrator and the reasons behind it all was something new and exciting to me (especially being in the healthcare field. Definitely gives you some food for thought...). Satisfying ending that tied up all loose ends.

And while I always like a good romance and love story, I thought the romantic subplot between the journalist and the cop felt a bit out of place. And perhaps it was just me, but something about the FMC's name nagged at me...likely not the author's fault, but it kept reminding me of one of the Kardashian sisters and I kept envisioning her as such.

Well written and I would look for other works by Ms. May in the future. ( )
  galian84 | Sep 16, 2017 |
It's always nice to open your email and find a free audiobook! That's what happened when I received Deadly Messengers, by Susan May. I met May via Goodreads.com and a co-author and book blogger, Mind Xing. Sadly, I wasn't able to download the book, but later, I was rewarded with the audio recording. Always nice!

So the thriller, Deadly Messengers is about a man set on revenge. Something tragic happened to him, causing him to lose someone he loved. His only way was to send a message to the world, using people and a powder called the Zombie Drug. Because of his determination, he used others to carry a message. One that tore apart families, friendships and everyone's sense of safety and security. How could the police stop him when the people who were committing the atrocities weren't in any way connected to him? Would they ever stop him, or would he continue to use strangers to carry out his deadly message...

*Audiobook review was supplied by author, Susan May
**For the full review, please follow: http://bit.ly/DeadlyMessengers ( )
  AReneeHunt | Oct 6, 2016 |
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"Freelancer Kendall Jennings writes fluff pieces for women's magazines. When a horrific massacre occurs at Cafe Amaretto, she scores an exclusive interview with a survivor. Suddenly, she's the go-to reporter for the crime. Investigating veteran detective Lance O'Grady and his partner Trip are tasked with finalizing the open and shut case. Seven people are dead at the hands of an unprovoked killer wielding an axe. It seems simple. Then another mass killing occurs. This time, arson, and ten eldercare facility residents die in the blaze. Both killers die at the scene. The crimes have no motive, and Lance O'Grady is left wondering how evil can strike twice. Then it happens again. Even more shocking: a mother with a gun goes on a rampage at a family birthday party. The killers share one odd detail: none have a murderer's profile. No history of violence, no connection to terrorists, no vendettas. Ordinary citizens suddenly became killers. Drawn deeper inside the crime investigation, Kendall finds herself not only clashing with O'Grady but also struggling with old demons. O'Grady resents Kendall's involvement as her presence provokes memories of a personal tragedy. O'Grady and Kendall are caught in a plan greater reaching than the crimes. They just don't know it. Someone is sending a message. And unless they can decipher the meaning, very soon, many more will die. Deadly Messengers is a page-turning thriller taking readers into the minds of mass killers in all their disconcerting madness. It poses the question: Is there a killer lurking inside everyone? The answer could prove more frightening than the crimes."--Google Books.

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