Past Deeds: An absolutely unputdownable crime thriller

Carolyn Arnold

Feb 2020 · Hibbert & Stiles Publishing Inc.

About this ebook

The sun is just coming up, and the sniper’s hands are sweaty as she looks through the rifle’s scope to the streets below. In mere minutes, her target will be dead.

A prosecuting attorney is murdered in a sniping that takes place in Arlington, Virginia, less than fifteen minutes from Washington. FBI Agent Brandon Fisher and his team with the Behavioral Analysis Unit are called in to investigate the threat level and to determine if the lawyer was targeted. The FBI hadn’t anticipated previous victims stretching from coast to coast.

The team splits up across the country, but more than jet lag is getting to Brandon. As their profile on the shooter takes shape, their one theory on motive strikes too close to home and has him battling with regret over a past decision. He comes to discover some choices not only haunt us but can have long- and far-reaching repercussions we couldn’t even begin to imagine. Will Brandon be able to set aside his personal issues for long enough to stop a serial killing spree before there’s another victim?

Past Deeds is a gripping psychological crime thriller that will have you flipping the pages as you try to put the clues together faster than the FBI. To stand a chance, you’ll need to unravel the psyche of a killer. This mystery will also make you think and reflect—and you just might wonder if any past decisions you’ve made are stalking you, ready to strike. Perfect for fans of Catherine Coulter, JT Ellison, and Patricia Cornwell.

Readers love Past Deeds:

“An action-packed thriller…” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“A wonderfully absorbing mystery.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Twist and turns but honest ones…. A fast-paced enjoyable read.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Grabs you from the start.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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“You will be on the edge of your seat as you read. Enjoy.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“This is a brilliant read.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Wonderful well-written plot and storyline that had me engaged from the start.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Love the well fleshed-out characters and found them believable.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Great suspense and found myself second guessing every thought I had continuously.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“An exciting, tense, non-stop adventure to find the killer before they strike again.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“A fast-paced plot, an edge-of-your-seat read.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“I couldn’t put the book down, as I had to know how the events would unfold.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Intense, riveting, bold and true to life.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Ratings and reviews

Some consequences can’t be predicted… A sniping takes place in Arlington, Virginia, less than fifteen minutes from Washington, D.C., and nets several minor injuries but only one casualty. FBI Agent Brandon Fisher and his team with the Behavioral Analysis Unit are called in to determine if the threat is still active and whether they’re looking at an act of terrorism, an isolated incident, or the first in a planned series of shootings. All that seems clear from the ground is they’re looking for a skilled sniper who is former military. As the FBI investigates, one possible motive has Brandon battling his own demons as the consequences of past choices resurface with a vengeance. He will come to discover how one decision can not only haunt us for the rest of our lives, but spread out and have long- and far-reaching repercussions we couldn’t even begin to imagine. Past Deeds will have you joining the FBI in following clues and unraveling the psyche of a killer. This book will make you think and reflect—and you just might wonder if any past decisions you’ve made are stalking you, ready to strike. This is a brilliant read. Wonderful well written plot and story line that had me engaged from the start. Love the well fleshed out characters and found them believeable. Great suspense and found myself second guessing every thought I had continuousluy. Can't wait to read what the author brings out next. Recommend reading. I read a complimentary copy of the book; this is my voluntary and honest review.

FBI Agent Brandon Fisher, along with his team is called in to investigate the sniper shooting of a prominent lawyer. They are to determine if the lawyer was targeted. They talk to family, friends, co-workers, supervisors, hotel employees .. no one is talking. No one wants to say anything bad or embarrassing about the lawyer. The FBI hadn’t anticipated previous victims stretching from coast to coast. Brandon and his team are suffering jet lag as they fly to various parts of the country looking for something that ties all the victims together. All are married men, in their 50s, all killed by one shot directly to the heart, all done by the same killer. They have a theory on motive, one that hits pretty close to home for Brandon. He needs to set aside his personal thoughts and regrets in order to catch the sniper before the killer takes another victim. The story is told from different points of view ... those of the investigators and then one of the sniper. There's no chapter indication of who is speaking, so I had to piece it together as I went along. That was a little distracting, but not enough to make me want to discontinue reading. There's lots of action from the get-go, a lot of investigative procedures, and several possible suspects. The ending was a surprise. Many thanks to the author / Hibbert & Stiles Publishing / Netgalley for the digital copy of this crime fiction. Read and reviewed voluntarily, the opinions expressed here are unbiased and entirely my own.

This book was a great read from start to finish it had your attention. The end is not what you think it would be. I can't wait for the next case.

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Book Series by Carolyn Arnold:

Detective Madison Knight

Brandon Fisher FBI

Detective Amanda Steele

Matthew Connor Adventure

Sara and Sean Cozy Mystery

CAROLYN ARNOLD is an international bestselling and award-winning author, as well as a speaker, teacher, and inspirational mentor. She has several continuing fiction series and has many published books. Her genre diversity offers her readers everything from cozy mysteries, police procedurals, and thrillers to action adventures. Her crime fiction series have been praised by those in law enforcement as being accurate and entertaining. This led to her adopting the trademark: POLICE PROCEDURALS RESPECTED BY LAW ENFORCEMENT™.

Carolyn was born in a small town and enjoys spending time outdoors, but she also loves the lights of a big city. Grounded by her roots and lifted by her dreams, her overactive imagination insists that she tell her stories. Her intention is to touch the hearts of millions with her books, to entertain, inspire, and empower.

She currently lives near London, Ontario, Canada with her husband and two beagles.

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