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Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 3) by Winter Austin – Review by Tonya Merritt

Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery, #3)Straight for the Kill by Winter Austin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This story is another classic Benoit and Dayne story. Like the second book, this one did not seem like a series to me. Which is no complaint, I like my books to be free of the need for them to be in order. She perfectly restated who everyone was but still gives bits to the past books. This storyline is my favorite out of all three she has made in the Benoit and Dayne line. The twists were successful in the suspense of this book. Will you find out the answer before someone else is hurt? Is the killer someone they know? You successfully find out in the reading of Straight For the Kill.

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Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery, #3) by Winter Austin Review by Charlene Gonzalez

Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery, #3)Straight for the Kill by Winter Austin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

See the second book was amazing and pager turner. This last book was somewhat sad because of the fact that Elizabeth’s sister is missing and her best friend happens the same thing and still, Lila’s detective skills are at the tip of the point to know who the killer is. If only Elizabeth does not get in the way.

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Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 3) by Winter Austin – Review by Christen Ware

Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery, #3)Straight for the Kill by Winter Austin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A complex and winding mystery that follows a third person POV. I read this as a stand alone but will be going back to read the first two in the series. It was an enjoyable read as we are taken back by the dead to a murder scene where three girls, each with different fate, had a story to tell.

A quick-witted read with plenty of suspense to keep you on your toes. Overall, a good read.

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Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 3) by Winter Austin – Review by Jamie Burns

Sheriff Benoit and Deputy Dayne are back at it investigating another crime in the book, Straight for The Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery #3) by Winter Austin. This is another wonderful mystery, crime, and suspense story that will have readers at the edge of their seats. I could not put this book down, and to be honest I ended up reading all three of the Benoit and Dayne Mystery books over this past week. This book has kept me guessing and wondering, who did it? Will they find the killer before there is another victim?

Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Jamie Burns

Hush, My Darling is the second book in the Benoit and Dayne Mystery series by Winter Austin. I flew through the first book in this series and could not wait to get my hands on the second book! Hush, My Darling did not disappoint! This book had me on the edge of my seat as I completed the investigation with Lila Dayne, the Deputy, and Sheriff Benoit. Two bodies that have similar features make for the possibility of a serial Killer. Will they catch the killer before he/she strikes again? Pick up a copy of Hush, My Darling to find out.

I will have to say that it has been a hot minute since I read a mystery/thriller book that has captivated my attention and immersed me so fully into the action. If you like mystery books, you will LOVE this book!

Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 3) by Winter Austin – Review by April McCoy

Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery, #3)Straight for the Kill by Winter Austin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another great read with Elizabeth and Lila on the case. Book three in the series and still going strong. I enjoy these novels so much, they are written with such a perfect balance where there is never too much information or details but also never not enough. I always enjoy cozying up and getting lost in a mystery and this one was a doozy. Nothing beats a lady-duo on the hunt for answers and someone to nail to the wall with it. I lost myself to this book until I was done and felt like i could breathe again! Another great, exciting read!

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Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 3) by Winter Austin – Review by Stephanie Nicole

Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery, #3)Straight for the Kill by Winter Austin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

While this is book 3 in the series it could definitely be read as a stand alone. However I will state that this whole series is incredible. The characters are simply amazing and the plot of this third installation had me hooked from the beginning. The cover is absolutely beautiful, and the authors plot development and character development are amazing. But the mystery behind a cold case involving our lead characters best friend being murdered will have you on the edge of your seat. When you pick up this book you better make sure you have enough time to read it, because trust me you won’t want to put it down.

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And Then She Fell by Dreena Collins – Review by Michelle Troyer

And Then She FellAnd Then She Fell by Dreena Collins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Catherine is on a search for answers about the death of her daughter, Susie. Unfortunately, she comes to the conclusion that her daughter has changed so much in the past couple of years, that she doesn’t feel like she knew her very well. So many scenarios of what might have happened.

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Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 3) by Winter Austin – Review by Netania Lim

Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery, #3)Straight for the Kill by Winter Austin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I read this as a standalone—as with most series, it would probably be better to read the series in order, but I enjoyed the novel anyway. It’s full of suspense and thrilling moments, I couldn’t turn the pages quickly enough, and it really kept me on my toes the whole way through. A fun read.

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And Then She Fell by Dreena Collins – Review by Christen Ware

And Then She FellAnd Then She Fell by Dreena Collins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A dark and twisting mystery that truly skyrockets toward as a psychological thriller. One can only imagine what it’s like to be the mother to a child lost, and we give sympathy to those who live that reality. This book keeps you guessing and with so many possibilities that are equally plausible, it allows the reader to assume things themselves while feeling like they’re perfectly in step with Catherine. Overall, a good read.

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And Then She Fell by Dreena Collins – Review by Sara Grantham

And Then She FellAnd Then She Fell by Dreena Collins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was a rollercoaster of emotions! There were so many ups and downs throughout the story, and that kept me hooked. I highly enjoyed Dreena’s writing style! This was my first experience with her writing, and I loved it. This book had so much drama and suspense… It definitely kept me on my toes and had me second guessing everything.

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Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 3) by Winter Austin – Review by Tausha Treadway

Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery, #3)Straight for the Kill by Winter Austin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 3) by Winter Austin. OMG. I loved this book and I think I may have a new favorite author! I have loved every book in this series and while I recommend reading them in order they can be read as stand alone books. This is the story of Elizabeth Benoit who is fairly new at being a Sheriff but not new at the Sheriff’s department. Deputy Lila Dayne is a deputy sheriff and she and the sheriff work well together. When a new murder happens and it brings back bad memories of a few cold cases they have Deputy Payne and Sheriff Benoit take notice. One of those cold cases was the murder of Sheriff Benoit’s best friend who is also the sister of one of Benoit’s Deputies. This new case is causing a lot of bad memories to come to light and the previous sheriff is tied to them all. Can Sheriff Benoit solve this case before more innocent people die and can she finally put away the old sheriff. Cleaning up the Sheriff’s department is her goal but if she can solve murders at the same time that’s even better. Be prepared to read this book in one sitting, its that good!

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Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 3) by Winter Austin – Revuhiew by Melissa Saxton

Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery, #3)Straight for the Kill by Winter Austin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

25 years ago a sinister murder took place that no one was able to solve and it seems someone has struck again.
Elizabeth Benoit just had an Appendectomy and is recovering at home on Halloween when everything goes wrong and a murder way too similar to another one in this town comes to light
The characters in this story are well built, the story is well developed and intriguing and keeps you reading and even though this is Book 3 I didn’t feel like I was missing too much by not having read the other 2 though now I will have to go qnd check then out.
Well done mystery Thriller. Happy reading!

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Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 3) by Winter Austin – Review by Alison Risher

Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery, #3)Straight for the Kill by Winter Austin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A small rural community tries to withstand well-meaning outsiders. The well-meaning outsiders are uncovering corruption at the highest levels of the county government. Crimes from a quarter-century ago come full circle. It becomes a battle of vengeance versus justice, as both heroes and anti-heroes race against time. This is a fabulous stand-alone read, but readers will be thrilled to learn this is actually the third book in a series.

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Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 3) by Winter Austin – Review by Toni Sellers

Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery, #3)Straight for the Kill by Winter Austin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is book 3 in this series, but I feel it could be read as a standalone. Yet I do recommend the first 2 books. Wonderfully written, gripping police crime thriller that you won’t want to put down. Lots of good twists and turns, keep you on the edge of your seat book. Mystery, murder, vengeance and suspense all the makings of a great book. I can’t wait to read more in this series.

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Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 3) by Winter Austin – Review by Lisa Helmick

Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery, #3)Straight for the Kill by Winter Austin
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This has its crazy good moments and its not so good moments. I liked the idea of the story but the delivery left me with a lot of thoughts. I struggled to stay focused in the middle and actually keep reading after that. There are so many times I thought “what is wrong with these characters?” because they keep starting sentences telling someone information then just run away after the first few words. Does the Sheriff even know this town and its occupants? Why is a Deputy running the show and telling the higher ups what to do and how to act? Some of this one I understood but not her mean streak, secrets and just overall pushiness to her senior officers and others. The ending felt like the author was going for too much shock factor and trying to tie loose ends up that just don’t make sense. I did mention good moments and those were the beginning while trying to figure out the original murder. I thought this book is going to be good! The ending also brought action, suspense and drama that really picked the pace back up.

Overall this is an okay story. It held my interest for a bit but mostly I just wanted it to end. I have not read the other books in this series. Maybe that would have helped with some of the actions of the characters.

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Hanging Softly in the Night: A Detective Nick Larson Novel by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra – Review by Heidi Sturgess

Hanging Softly in the Night (Detective Nick Larson #1)Hanging Softly in the Night by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Manhattan’s 16th precinct seems to be crippled by flu and men are short so when partners Nick and Victor get given a case , it looks like an open and shit case but it’s to far from it ….

It looks like suicide but it’s murder and with the body count piling up and personal matters my nerves are shattered on behalf of these 2 🫣

If you like a fast paced book , be patient you will be rewarded , I promise 😉
I was pretty much hooked from the get go ❣️📕and a lot of effort was put into research for this , well it seems that way but al in all a thrilling read 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

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Knight In The Museum (Jorja Knight Private Investigator Mystery Series Book 5) by Alice Bienia – Review by Heidi Sturgess

Knight In The Museum ( Jorja Knight Mystery -Book 5)Knight In The Museum by Alice Bienia
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This can be read as a stand-alone but once I got into it I was eager to read the previous books as well ❣️📕

I’ve always loved a who-dun-it and this one intrigued me and what a treat it was !

So Jorja( love the spelling ) is called upon to investigate the death of a former policeman , there are to many questions and too little answers and expertise is needed …..

There’s a lot happening and poor Jorja is almost left battling this one alone while contending with curses , artefacts and what seems to be increasing body count and let’s not forget her own safety is at risk , it seems the closer she gets to truth the more dangerous it gets and someone is hiding something and they’ll doing anything to protect their secrets it’s seems …..

An unexpected yet brilliant read !

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Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 3) by Winter Austin – Review by Bobbi Wagner

Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery, #3)Straight for the Kill by Winter Austin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is not my first book by this author but it has just become one of my favorites. I have enjoyed this author’s books from the first one I picked up. I enjoy how they are able to pull me into the story with their attention to details. They make the story realistic and entertaining. This book is no different. This is a well written story where a young female is killed in the same manner as a previous female. On top of that Elizabeth’s sister turns up missing. This is where the story picks up and takes off. The suspense and twists and turns are like no other. They had me turning pages fast just to see what would happen next. This is a fast paced story that is not only hard to put down but one you don’t want to miss. The characters are relatable and brought so much to the story. I really enjoyed this suspenseful mystery. I highly recommend this book.

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Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 3) by Winter Austin – Review by Amanda Glaspie

Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery, #3)Straight for the Kill by Winter Austin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The was a intense fast paced thriller. I haven’t read the first two books and didn’t feel lost following the characters as there was great development and background information but I will be going and reading the first two. I always love a series that follows two strong woman and Lila and Elizabeth do not disappoint. You will not be able to put this book.

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Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 3) by Winter Austin – Review by Angela Renee Diaz

Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery, #3)Straight for the Kill by Winter Austin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Like second book it kept me enthralled. It’s also fast paced and easy read like previous book is serious. I highly recommend. It’s like history repeats itself with a different murder but similar case. I highly recommend you won’t be disappointed.

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Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 3) by Winter Austin – Review by Brittany Angel

Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery, #3)Straight for the Kill by Winter Austin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Okay I don’t know what this author puts in their books but I am obsessed! This Benoit and Dayne mystery has you thrown into the story from the very first page! When a murder resembles one from 25 years earlier, old suspicions are brought back to life. With Lila being an outsider with no previous knowledge of the earlier murder, can she help solve this one?

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Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Brittany Angel

Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery, #2)Hush, My Darling by Winter Austin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow!! I’m not one to normally pick up a thriller but every time I do, I’m reminded why I need to read them more often. Hush, My Darling takes you on an investigative journey, searching for the I-80 killer once they hit far too close to home for Deputy Lila Dayne. She’s the one who got away and the I-80 killer is coming back after her. I devoured this novel and gasped far too many times as we reached the climax of the story. I am looking forward to reading another one of the Benoit and Dayne Mysteries.

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Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Angela Renee Diaz

Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery, #2)Hush, My Darling by Winter Austin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lila Dayne is a traumatized cop. Thanks to the I-80 killer and her being the only surviving victim. He has shown her he is back. What is Lila to do? Keep soldering on or quit her law enforcement job. A really fast paced easy read that you won’t be able to put down.

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Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 3) by Winter Austin – Review by Shannen Kern

Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery, #3)Straight for the Kill by Winter Austin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book grabbed me from the very beginning, and I read it all in one sitting! It was so captivating and I was absolutely engrossed the entire time. I didn’t realize this was a series so I am very glad to be able to go back and read them all in order. Even without reading the first two, I feel like I was able to follow along well and didn’t take away from the amazing storyline. I feel that I pick up on clues and can guess what happens next in mysteries, but this one had me puzzled and clueless the entire time! I highly recommend picking this fast-paced book up and I’m headed to start at the beginning of the series now!

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Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 3) by Winter Austin – Review by Paula R Sayers

Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery, #3)Straight for the Kill by Winter Austin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A girl turns up dead and takes everyone back to two friends who died 25 years ago. A killer seems to have struck again. As the investigation goes on, it seems this is larger than anyone in this small town would have ever dreamed.

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Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 3) by Winter Austin – Review by Carisa Saenz-Videtto

Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery, #3)Straight for the Kill by Winter Austin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I do like it. Throws you right in the first page. Love how blunt the author writes. It did take me a bit to get the groove of the book since I’m jumping in at book 3. I did put everything together still a great book.

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Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 3) by Winter Austin – Review by Jennifer Gordon

Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery, #3)Straight for the Kill by Winter Austin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A gripping and suspenseful crime thriller which kept me hooked from start to finish. Having read and enjoyed the previous books in this series, I am familiar with the main characters, Elizabeth Benoit and Lila Dayne. I was looking forward to reading about their next case, and I was not disappointed. When a young woman is killed in the same circumstances as a death from twenty five years earlier, it’s more than a case of Déjà vu for Sheriff Elizabeth Benoit. The previous victim was Elizabeth’s best friend and Deputy Kyle Lundquist’s older sister, and Elizabeth has never stopped trying to catch her killer. Elizabeth is convinced that the crooked ex-Sheriff was involved in the crime, but although she has a thick file on him she knows she needs irrefutable proof.
Due to the legal consequences of Elizabeth being too close to the case, Deputy Detective Lila Dayne takes charge. However, she can’t seem to pin down their main suspect despite using all her investigative skills. When prominent members of the community begin to disappear, Elizabeth is back on the case, but things turn personal when her sister then goes missing. Benoit and Dayne must catch the killer, and end up in a showdown that’s been brewing for decades in Eckardt County. The storyline had me turning the pages well into the night, and the plot twists kept me guessing as to the outcome of the story. The descriptive narrative brought both the setting and characters vividly to life, making me feel immersed in the story. This was a real page turner of a novel, and one which I recommend.

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Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 3) by Winter Austin – Review by Jules Herbert

Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery, #3)Straight for the Kill by Winter Austin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first Mystery I have read in a long time and OMG I am so glad I did! I was totally hooked from the very first sentence right to the very last word. This is a totally captivating read filled with interesting characters and a fantastic storyline that will keep you hooked and on the edge of your seat the whole way. Elizabeth and Lila are such strong determined women who will let nothing stop them from getting to the truth! You will be on their side every step of the way. I found myself wanting to know more about some of the other characters as well, Rafe and Kyle for example, so I will definitely be finding the rest of the books in this series. This is the 3rd book of this series and I do think that it can be read as a standalone because I totally enjoyed it and followed along with no issue even though I had not read the previous books. I will however be going back and reading the previous books because of how much I truly enjoyed this one. This amazingly talented author definitely has a new fan in me! I just can’t wait to read more!!

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Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 3) by Winter Austin – Review by Breanne Christian

Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery, #3)Straight for the Kill by Winter Austin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Straight for the Kill is book number 3 in the Benoit and Dayne Mystery series by Winter Austin. In this installment, Sheriff Benoit’s past comes back to haunt her when a body is found that shows strong similarities to previous murders. One previous murder was someone close to Benoit which motivates the sheriff even further. As more members of the community disappear, Deputy Dayne and Sheriff Benoit must use all of their abilities to find the killer. Then, Sheriff Benoit’s own sister goes missing. Can Benoit and Dayne find the killer in time to save Benoit’s sister, or does the killer get away? Find out in Straight for the Kill.
Just like the previous books, the characters are relatable with very realistic feelings. The reader can feel the emotions of the characters. This book is a gripping read full of twists and turns. I did not want to put the book down and it left me wanting more from Winter Austin.
The series just keeps getting better and better. Each book could be read as a standalone as Winter Austin does a fantastic job of ensuring the reader knows the important aspects in each backstory. It is a page turning, at the edge of your seat, police thriller. I highly suggest picking up a copy.

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