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Killer Smile by Allan Evans – Review by Ayla Phipps

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Killer SmileKiller Smile by Allan Evans
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Darker and gritter. This is book two in the killer series and while I enjoyed the first book Killer Blonde this book kicked everything up a few notches. Once again, told from both sides, the detective and the killer or killers.
Picking up some time after the events of book one, Cade is back to the daily grind. Getting back to a normal day to day when he is notified of something not even, he could have predicted. A dark web page for serial killers. Not only that but they give out challenges and the newest challenge is to come to the twin city and take on Detective Cade Dawkins. When not one but two killers accept the challenge Cade’s worlds is set spinning as not only his life but the lives of those, he cares about the most are pulled into the twisted world of kill or be killed. As if that wasn’t bad enough Cade is also having to fight to keep his job when everything seems to keep going from bad to worse.
Did Cade get lucky with the killer blonde killer? Can he stop these new threats before it’s too late? How far will the killers go to “win”? Once again, the author shows their knowledge and attention to detail when it comes to the investigations and heinous crimes themselves, I feel like I am watching an episode of Criminal Minds play out on the pages and I’m searching for the clues to bring down the killer. Cade continues to evolve as the story gets more intense and he fights for all that matters to him. After racing through book one I tried to pace myself better with this one but failed epically as I was too engrossed to slow down. I had to know how it ends. I can’t wait to see what will come next and I hope to see book three in the series soon, to see what mystery Cade will overcome next.

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Killer Blonde by Allan Evans – Review by Ayla Phipps

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Killer BlondeKiller Blonde by Allan Evans
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Killer suspense with an intriguing story that keeps you searching for the answers. This is the first book I have read by the interesting Allan Evans. Spooky month always needs a good mystery or two and this book put the spooks into my daily routine for the next several weeks. Dual perspectives of Cade Dawkins and the killer keep you entranced in the mystery of Killer Blonde from start to finish.
Cade Dawkins is a seasoned detective with several big wins under his belt, but nothing could have prepared him for his biggest case so far. Several beautiful blondes are seemingly killed in “car accidents” across an area but the more he investigates the victims the more questions he has. These are not accidents but staged moments to throw him off the scent of a serial killer in the area. With each new discovery he feels the hope of finally stopping the killer but then something new is discovered that keeps him looking for the connection to stop him. The killer meticulously plans every detail, making sure that nothing is given away and the nothing is what it seems. The depth and reasoning behind their actions keep you on edge as you see the game of cat and mouse play out.
Will Cade find the killer in time? How many women will fall victim before the killer is stopped? Can Cade keep his friends safe? The plot and depth of the characters kept me hooked from start to finish. Making me really think about how aware I am of my surroundings as a single female when traveling at night. The author’s ability to have such developed and well-defined polar opposites keep the reader interested in seeing how each with evolve over the course of the story and trying to figure out how it will come to an end. Truly one of my favorite authors of the month and I can’t wait to start book two in the series, Killer Smile, and see what the detective will face next.

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Killer Blonde by Allan Evans – Review by Heidi Sturgess

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Killer BlondeKiller Blonde by Allan Evans
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was just brilliant ! My nails are chewed to the quick 🤫🫣my blood pressure has risen , I’ve hit out in a rash and I’m so grateful for my pink hair 🤣😉😜

If you’re blonde don’t read this because your next trip will be to the salon and not the grocery store 😱😉

This killer is smart which makes him even more dangerous and he seems to know how to leave no trace but Cade is hot on his heels and this feeds our killers murder lust even more , he’s loving the challenge but the girls are his gateway to the actual prize …. Cade 😱

Seeing the victims through the eyes of the killer had me on edge and I could smell their fear I kid you not ! From the victim’s perspective I could feel their fear , Evans writing style is superb !

While I was reading I’d share bits of it with anyone who’d listen and it piqued their interest because I got asked for updates and progress #truestory#

Every killer has a certain criteria but they also make a mistake , eventually and watching Cade pit the puzzle pieces together was brilliant and I can’t wait to devour more of this mastermind and his work ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Killer Smile by Allan Evans – Review by Melissa Fink

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Killer SmileKiller Smile by Allan Evans
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was my first book I have read by this author and they didn’t disappoint. There was drama. suspense, mystery, and so much more involved. The details of everything was well thought of. The plot of the story was very engaging. The book had me on edge wanting to know what happened next. I suggest reading the books in order. This was definitely a page turner for me.

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Killer Smile by Allan Evans – Review by Mary Espinoza

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Killer SmileKiller Smile by Allan Evans
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Killer Smile by Allan Evans is my first read by this author, and I was not the least bit disappointed! I didn’t know that this was actually book 2 of a series, and it was easy to read as a stand-alone book. The author has a unique writing style that draws you in and keeps you entertained! I really enjoyed his attention to details that was really important in making his story feel realistic. To me this book was a well written story about a detective finds himself in a race against time to find a group of serial killers. Cade (the detective) happens to find a web site for serial killers, and the most interesting find is that he is one of the targets! You will have to read the book to find out what happens to Cade and the group of serial killers. This book was very entertaining and engaging and was hard to put down! Great job Allan, I look forward to reading more books!

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Killer Smile by Allan Evans – Review by Nicole DeSantis

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Killer SmileKiller Smile by Allan Evans
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Killer Smile is an enthralling psychological thriller and a worthy sequel to “Killer Blonde.” Following these books in the sequence is imperative, and I unfortunately did not read the first book, but I was able to get right into this story. Within these pages, readers are treated to an adrenaline-charged journey filled with suspense, drama, mystery, and a relentless, fast-paced plot that refuses to let you catch your breath.
At the heart of this tale lies a chilling revelation: a sinister corner of the dark web where serial killers convene to select their next victims. Detective Cade Dawkins, haunted by his murky past, plunges into a life-or-death battle, not just for himself but for the safety of those he holds dear. The price he pays for simply doing his job leads him into the sinister minds of more than one twisted antagonist.
Prepare for a dark and twisted game of cat and mouse, where survival means everything.

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Killer Smile by Allan Evans – Review by Tausha Treadway

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Killer SmileKiller Smile by Allan Evans
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Killer Smile by Allan Evans. I am loving these books and I can’t wait for another one! This is the story of Detective Cade Dawkins and a serial killer who is trying to outsmart the Detective. When he is given the job of forming a task force to catch this serial killer after a viable threat is found on the darkweb. Cade has taken down the serial killer called “Killer Blonde” and now this serial killer has taken this as a challenge. Cade is very good at his job and when he gets a pretty good group together they get deeply involved in the serial killer’s world. With the help of a good friend and some new graduates can Cade find this killer before he becomes the next victim? I really enjoyed this book and couldn’t put it down. I read it in one night! I might have had a book hangover but it was worth it! If you love thrilling crime reads do yourself a favor and read this book!

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Killer Smile by Allan Evans – Review by Shea Gilkerson

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Killer SmileKiller Smile by Allan Evans
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Detective Cade Dawkins is back from book one after forging his way to catch the Blond Killer in book 1 and nearly losing those he loves the most.

Yet again, his loved ones are targeted as well as himself. This time, it is by a page exclusively for serial killers to make contact and issue challenges to one another. After being splashed across the news for catching the madman killing blondes in his city, this website of predators sent out a call. Get to the Twin Cities and see if you can best the one who caught the last serial killer in his area!

His paranoia is growing, the danger is growing, the number of serial killers terrorizing his area is growing, and so are the dark choices he will be faced with. Will Cade be able to keep everyone safe while keeping the media off his back and keeping his job?

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Killer Blonde by Allan Evans – Review by Shea Gilkerson

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Killer BlondeKiller Blonde by Allan Evans

Dawkins is a cop who toes the line and does things his own way. When he is called in on a case that shows a predator going after stunning blondes, he has some choices to make. Will he be able to catch the killer before it puts those he loves at risk? The fear leads him down a path that has some dark opportunities. Cade isn’t considered lucky for having this case tossed in his lap, but his boss needs a win at best, and a scapegoat at worst.

Gritty, suspenseful, intriguing. A quick read that kept me interested until the end. I enjoyed reading the frame of mind behind the killer.

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Killer Smile by Allan Evans – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Killer SmileKiller Smile by Allan Evans
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Killer Smile is the next exciting psychological thriller and sequel to Killer Blonde. Make sure you read the books in order as you will miss out on all the dark uniqueness of Allan’s writing.
Suspense, drama, mystery, and lots of thrills and an action packed fast-paced plot is what we get in this intriguing tale that you will not want to stop reading.
ON the dark web there is a disturbing serial killer website with killers looking for their next prey.
Detective Cade Dawkins dark past comes back to haunt him and now he is in for the fight of his life and those he loves. All because he did his job. Now he has to deal with more than one dark and twisted mind.
You are going to enjoy this dark and twisted game of cat and mouse where it is kill or be killed.
To find out what happens you will have to read it.
It will have you looking in the shadows to see if anyone is lurking. It will have you double checking locks on your doors. You may even want to sleep with the light on.
I look forward to more from Allan and his dark and twisted thrillers.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Killer Smile by Allan Evans – Review by Christine Baranek

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Killer SmileKiller Smile by Allan Evans
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Killer Smile
By: Allan Evans

This is a fantastic book. I loved Killer Blonde so I was definitely looking forward to reading this one. It definitely did not disappoint. There were some differences from the first story – mainly that this was way more descriptive than the first one. But over all it delivered in suspense and character development. Truly I loved this story and would definitely recommend it.

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Killer Blonde by Allan Evans – Review by Christine Baranek

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Killer BlondeKiller Blonde by Allan Evans
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Killer Blonde
By: Allan Evans

I love a good murder mystery / thriller and this one did not disappoint. It featured a killer with a devious mind – who planned out and executed those plans in incredibly interesting ways. I liked how this story took the idea of the killer being part of a larger agenda. Cade Dawkens was a well written, well developed investigator and the case contained many twists and turns. Several of which that surprised me. This was truly a fantastically written thriller in which everything seemed to be thought of. I thought that both the killer and the investigator were well developed and did not come across as contrived. I thought that the plot moved at a great pace and that the various twists came a at great times and definitely kept me wanting to read. I recommend reading this one and I will be looking to read more by Allan Evans in the future!

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Killer Blonde by Allan Evans – Review by Trish Ann

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Killer BlondeKiller Blonde by Allan Evans
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a good book of the genre. I liked the hero a lot and felt that he played the game well. This book followed the formula of the genre and had some hidden plot points. The drawback for me what the amount of characters. I would read others by the author.

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Killer Smile by Allan Evans – Review by Trish Ann

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Killer SmileKiller Smile by Allan Evans
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this book. I thought the suspense was good and enjoyed the characters. I thought the humor and murder descriptions balanced each other out. I found the plot engaging as well. I would read others by this author.

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Killer Smile by Allan Evans – Review by Trista Martin

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Killer SmileKiller Smile by Allan Evans
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I haven’t read the first book Killer Blonde, but I will be adding it to my TBR. I haven’t read a lot of serial killer books and think I just found the genre to get me out of the slump I have been in. If you enjoy watching shows like Criminal Minds or SVU then you will enjoy Killer Smile. The author is very descriptive with not only Cade and the rest of the characters but also the plot and the murders. I look forward to reading more by this author.

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Killer Smile by Allan Evans – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Killer SmileKiller Smile by Allan Evans
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I did not read the previous book, but it wasn’t difficult to jump into this one without it. This story has a detailed plot full of suspense and danger with some comic relief to break up the dark bits. The characters are well-written and easy to connect with.
If you are a thriller and crime novel enthusiast, this would be a great addition to your TBR list.

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Killer Smile by Allan Evans – Review by Kerry Baker

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Killer SmileKiller Smile by Allan Evans
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I love how this book combined an intense and interesting thriller with a more modern approach to crime. The incorporation of the dark web into an intriguing crime story made for a really great story. The moments of light heartedness and amusement really gave an extra depth to the book that made it all the more enjoyable.
The characters were easy to connect with and well developed. The more the story went on the more I found them characters I wanted to know about. This is the kind of book that hooks you in from the beginning and doesn’t let go until the end. This is a fantastic story that I would certainly recommend.

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Killer Smile by Allan Evans – Review by Lucy Machard

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Killer SmileKiller Smile by Allan Evans
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

So, we’re back with Cade, but this time he’s running a task force. This book is a little bit more detailed and can be a little bit more heavy than the first book, but I gotta say that the humor mixed in with it reminded me a lot of Hotch and Morgan from the show Criminal Minds. I did love this book as well, as a second time reader of this author, I was very impressed with the book and the series. I really hope that there’s a third book, because I definitely want more from Cade!

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Killer Blonde by Allan Evans – Review by Lucy Machard

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Killer BlondeKiller Blonde by Allan Evans
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I normally don’t read a lot of murder-mystery, but this author did such a fantastic job! I was sucked in right from the get go! The detail in this book had me on the edge of my seat! I was very impressed1 with the research that the author did on the book as well, and I’m looking forward to the second book! The way all of the characters, main or side characters included, were written so well and I have nothing but extreme respect for the author that wrote it. There’s only a select few of investigation type books that I’ve read that I really enjoyed this much, and this was definitely one of them!

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Killer Smile by Allan Evans – Review by Susan Ratchford

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Killer SmileKiller Smile by Allan Evans
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Killer Smile
By: Allan Evans
Review by: Susan Ratchford
5 stars

Wow! Allan Evans did it again and upped the Ante this time! Killer Smile absolutely blew me away, great sequel to Killer Blonde! I absolutely loved Evans’ use of humor in this book. It really contradicted the gruesomeness of the murders and worked really well for the overall tone! I was completely enthralled and dying to know the ending! One of my favorite things about these books is trying to guess who the killer/killers are! I love Cade Dawkins’ dangerous detective life and really hope for another book to continue his journey! Such an intriguing read that will get your heart pumping!

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Killer Blonde by Allan Evans – Review by Susan Ratchford

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Killer BlondeKiller Blonde by Allan Evans
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Killer Blonde
By Allan Evans
Review By: Susan Ratchford
5 Stars

My heart was racing the whole time! Killer Blonde was a great fast paced thriller that had me turning pages faster than I could even read them! Allan Evans’ writing is so vivid I could picture everything very clearly and feel the fear of the victims and even Cade Dawkins! The emotions of the characters and the situations completely came through! I really enjoyed Cade, he was a well developed character all around. His relationship with the killer kept me on edge, with so much anxiety! I am looking forward to his next book! I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a quicker read that you won’t be able to put down!

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Killer Smile by Allan Evans – Review by Angela Hayes

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Killer SmileKiller Smile by Allan Evans
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

4 Stars

 

Killer Smile by Allan Evans is a gripping and fast paced story that takes us on a tense ride with high stakes, hidden agendas, drama, danger, politics, crime and investigation, mystery, murder, intrigue, and a game of cat and mouse between a seasoned cop and a serial killer/s with an agenda.
As with his other book, Killer Blonde, there is quite a lot going on in it- with plenty of dramatic developments that kept me flipping the pages to find out how everything played out in the end. I think this is a little grittier and darker than Killer Blonde, which I loved. We return to watch as Cade Dawkins is caught in a dangerous game of cat and mouse as serial killers use him as the ultimate challenge. An online, dark-web serial killer chat site has targeted Cade after his involvement in the Killer Blonde (serial killer) case- Cade is being targeted as a ‘challenge’ that he has no control over. He and his task force will need to outwit and out ‘play’ their sinister opponent/s if they have any chance of keeping their city safe. What happens makes for an intriguing read.
Looking forward to seeing what Mr. Evans does next.

Thank you, Allan Evans!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Killer Smile by Allan Evans – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Killer SmileKiller Smile by Allan Evans
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

This was a great book!! I really enjoyed Killer Blonde but this story had me at the edge of my seat! While you can read this as a standalone I recommend reading Killer Blonde….and Detective Cade is back!! Cat and mouse, mystery, suspense/thriller, crime….

Detective Cade Dawkins is back after stopping a serial killer….but the tides are turning after he is notified of a website that has Cade on their radar….this website is serial killers now targeting him. Once this notice is out whom will outsmart whom? Will Cade be more in danger or will the killers get him before it is to late!!

Another great read and I cannot wait to read more!!

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Killer Blonde by Allan Evans – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Killer BlondeKiller Blonde by Allan Evans
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

This was a very good cat and mouse crime thriller that felt like this could happen in real life. Murder, mystery, mayhem, danger, twists and turns and some intense moments….the thrill of the kill by this mystery serial killer and the detective whom is out to track them down…..

Someone is out to and has their eyes on tall, beautiful blonde women and to make a statement and end their life. Planning, stalking and the methods…one by one, women are dying. Detective Cade Dawkins is highly known and out to put an end to this killer. Will Detective Cade find this serial killer before more it is to late or will the killer outwit the law.

Great read and highly recommended….looking forward to more from this author!

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Killer Smile by Allan Evans – Review by Jennifer Crain

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Killer SmileKiller Smile by Allan Evans
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I rated this a star lower than the first book, 4 stars instead of 5, because I personally didn’t care for the brutal descriptions of the murders, and felt it wasn’t needed in parts to allow the story to keep on moving. I felt the story dragged at times; for example, it was obvious from the get go there were two killers, but the time it took to get there was slow.

I did enjoy the comical name and reoccurring jibes of the task force name (Five Below). My favorite quotation from the book was”The other two grad students grinned. One said, “Murder vacation: band name.” because it comically relieves a relatively dark book (I felt this one was darker than book #1). I did think the reoccurring stereotypical cop jokes got old after the first few references to donuts. Although I did connect with Cade in his dislike of elevator music.

All in all, I would read book #3 of the series when it comes out and see where it is going.

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Killer Blonde by Allan Evans – Review by Jennifer Crain

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Killer BlondeKiller Blonde by Allan Evans
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

From right off, the cover builds suspense and intrigue- whom is the attractive woman in the red dress, and why is she standing on a parapet off a building?

First impression of the book was this was one I was going to stick with, because it was well written and fast-paced, and in a style that I couldn’t wait to find out what happened next. For characterizations, I loved how the governor gives Investigator Cade Dawkins the hardest time, only in order to build his own importance and build confidence in his constituents for the next election. I felt for the citizens of Minnesota as Cade works to find the killer.

I enjoyed the soccer-loving authors’ reference to the game, although dislike his taste in the English Premier League and his key players, but thought he wrote about the passes/plays in soccer quite effectively. For whatever reason, I laughed over the line “The killer goosed the gas pedal,” I don’t know if that is regional slang or not!

I can’t wait to read book #2 of this series, and I would recommend this one to anyone that enjoys fast-pasted, thriller-style mysteries.

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Killer Smile by Allan Evans – Review by Tanya Wall, September 2023

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Killer SmileKiller Smile by Allan Evans
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is like watching Criminal Minds – if you like that series, you’ll enjoy this read. Out on the dark web, there is a challenge for serial killers to come and outsmart the detective that took down the Blonde Killer. I wasn’t sure I was going to get into the story at the start, but I kept reading and was glad I did – the ending took me by surprise! I didn’t read the first book in the series, but was able to get up to speed in this sequel pretty quickly.

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Killer Blonde by Allan Evans – Review by Tonya Merritt

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Killer BlondeKiller Blonde by Allan Evans
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This fast paced suspense book is just what you need. I loved the story line. Murders, cops, blondes! It was action packed with some romance thrown in too! I can’t read the second book!

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Killer Smile by Allan Evans – Review by Tonya Merritt

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Killer SmileKiller Smile by Allan Evans
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Allan Evans did it again. Another great action packed story following Cade and others. There are some new characters but they blend in well with the original ones. Who is this new killer? Will Cade survive an attack?

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Killer Smile by Allan Evans – Review by Kirsten Berkebile

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This is an amazing book!!! It took me a little bit to get into I will admit. I couldn’t put it down after I got into it. In fact, I hated to put it down.  Cade Dawkins is a State Patrol Investigator for Minnesota. He doesn’t resemble a cop but boy does he know how to be one. He is giving an opportunity to run a task force but really its just him at least a for a little bit. It becomes evident that there are some serial killers lurking around and its up to him and his team to find them and put them where they belong. There are twists throughout the book and I for one was very shocked about the ending. I never imagined it would end how it did. I feel like I need to mention that there is another book before this book “Killer Blonde”. I have a feeling that I should have read that one first but I definitely will read it now.

Killer SmileKiller Smile by Allan Evans
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is an amazing book!!! It took me a little bit to get into I will admit. I couldn’t put it down after I got into it. In fact, I hated to put it down. Cade Dawkins is a State Patrol Investigator for Minnesota. He doesn’t resemble a cop but boy does he know how to be one. He is giving an opportunity to run a task force but really its just him at least a for a little bit. It becomes evident that there are some serial killers lurking around and its up to him and his team to find them and put them where they belong. There are twists throughout the book and I for one was very shocked about the ending. I never imagined it would end how it did. I feel like I need to mention that there is another book before this book “Killer Blonde”. I have a feeling that I should have read that one first but I definitely will read it now.

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