Copycat Killer

Laura Scott

Apr 2020 · True Blue K-9 Unit: Brooklyn Book 1 · Sold by Harlequin

About this ebook

Uncover this captivating cold case mystery from USA Today bestselling author Laura Scott, part of the True Blue K-9 Unit series.

Murder strikes close to home for a new K-9 unit in Brooklyn

When a double homicide is strikingly familiar to a twenty-year-old cold case, Detective Nate Slater is rattled by the parallels. With a child as the only witness, he and his K-9 partner must protect little Lucy and her aunt, Willow Emery. Nate’s rough past means he always keeps an emotional distance…but in this case getting closer is the only way they’ll all survive.

From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.

True Blue K-9 Unit: Brooklyn:

Book 1: Copycat Killer by Laura Scott

Book 2: Chasing Secrets by Heather Woodhaven

Book 3: Deadly Connection by Lenora Worth

Book 4: Explosive Situation by Terri Reed

Book 5: Tracking a Kidnapper by Valerie Hansen

Book 6: Scene of the Crime by Sharon Dunn

Book 7: Cold Case Pursuit by Dana Mentink

Book 8: Delayed Justice by Shirlee McCoy

Book 9: True Blue K-9 Unit: Brooklyn Christmas by Laura Scott, Maggie K. Black

Ratings and reviews

Copycat Killer by Laura Scott has Willow Emery finding her brother and sister-in-law dead with their toddler, Lucy crying nearby. The killings are identical to a crime that occurred twenty years prior. Detective Nate Slater and his K-9 partner, Murphy take the traumatized pair home to find Willow’s apartment ransacked. Are the crimes tied together? Slater works to keep Willow and Lucy safe while searching for the elusive criminal. As Slater spends time with Willow, he begins to fall for her. Slater knows, though, that marriage and family are not in his future. Can Willow change his mind? Copycat Killer is the first book in True Blue K-9 Unit: Brooklyn series. We are introduced to the staff of the newly formed Brooklyn K-9 Unit. Detective Nate Slater is nearby when Willow calls 9-1-1. He is surprised at the similarities to a 20-year-old cold case where the killer left 4-year-old Penelope McGregor as the only witness. Her older brother, Bradley was at a sleepover. Bradley is now a K-9 officer with their unit and Penelope is the desk clerk. I thought Copycat Killer was a suspenseful story. There is action that kept the book moving forward at a fast pace. I liked the camaraderie between the members of the K-9 unit and how sweet they were to Lucy. I, of course, loved following the investigation as they searched for the guilty party. The romance is sweet and natural. I was amazed at the talents of the K-9 dogs. They have amazing sniffers. I was disappointed that the murder investigation is not wrapped up in Copycat Killer. I hope we get the answers in the next True Blue K-9 Unit: Brooklyn novel. I especially enjoyed Willow’s strong faith and how she shared it with Lucy and Nate. Copycat Killer is an intriguing suspense with clever canines, a crazed killer, a cute kid, an affectionate aunt and determined detectives.

Double Murder Identical to One 20 years Prior Wow! This book is a rush! I could not put it down and finished it in one evening. The mystery is just great. I loved the K-9s and their handlers. There is a light romance in the background. The story has no gore, minor bloodshed, no graphic violence, and just a little kissing. It is a faith-filled story that puts an inspirational spin on an already great story. I have really enjoyed this series. I have not read them in order, but that has worked out ok.

One of the best that I have read lately. One regret nothing was give why the first couple and the second couple was killed

About the author

Laura Scott is honored to write for the Love Inspired Suspense line, where a reader can find a heartwarming journey of faith amid the thrilling danger. A registred nurse by day and an author by night, she has more ideas than time to write! She lives with her husband of thirty-five years in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Visit Laura at www.laurascottbooks.com.