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The Secrets they Hide (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Heidi Sturgess

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Each book i this series can be read as a stand-alone but I think you get a fuller experience when you start from the beginning, it feels like you know the man better 😉

A body is found with a note attached but it’s no ordinary note it’s full of his dark secrets ….the deeper he digs the more murders are uncovered and more questions are needing answers and the clock is ticking ….

Scala is a complex character with a quirkiness that makes him the stubborn character he is , yet you can’t help but like him .

Rome has never felt so dark and frightening ….

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The Secrets they Hide (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Kayla Octaviano

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Such a good novel! Reading this book is just like watching a crime show on television except with more time for plot twists, murders, and sneaky messages. The detective is relatable and the clues are constant! Read this if you like being on the edge of your seat, you will keep coming back for more!

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The Secrets they Hide (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Shannen Kern

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The Secrets they Hide: A Commissario Scala Mystery (Book 2) (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome)The Secrets they Hide: A Commissario Scala Mystery (Book 2) by P J Mann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I read this book as a standalone, but I have picked up the first book in the series after reading this one because it’s spectacular! I enjoy the crime and mystery genres, so this was right up my alley. I feel like most times I have a good handle on what is going to happen next, but this book actually kept it hidden from me which makes it that much more enjoyable! The author brilliantly leads you into Detective Scala’s world as if you’re standing right alongside them in this suspenseful and engaging read. I thought the flow of the story was incredible, and the characters were a perfect fit for the scenes. I can’t imagine anything missing from this book, so it comes as a high recommendation from me!

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The Secrets they Hide (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Amanda Swindle

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The Secrets they Hide: A Commissario Scala Mystery (Book 2) (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome)The Secrets they Hide: A Commissario Scala Mystery (Book 2) by P J Mann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Secrets they Hide is book two in the five book Commissario Scala Mystery set. I have only read book four in this set so far, so these books can be read as standalone or out of order. Reading them in order will most likely help with understanding character development, and I do recommend reading them all. A young man is found dead in a cemetery with a note that talks about secrets and hints that their may be other victims. Now Detective Scala must find out who this mystery killer is before any other bodies show up. As a no-nonsense detective, Scala is invested in making sure this murderer is found and brought to justice. What is the murderer after and why did he kill this man? Are the other murders linked to this one, and if so what is the connection? The Secrets they Hide is full of mystery, drama, suspense and plot twists. The author has a knack for setting the scene with very descriptive and vivid wording, and the character building is spot on. I am becoming more and more intrigued with the Scala mysteries and intend to read the rest of the series.

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The Secrets they Hide (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Carla Clemmons

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a great thriller read with lots of plot twists! I was not expecting all the twists and turns in this story. Detective Scala has to use his instincts to solve these murders. I did not realize this was the second book in this series until after I had already started the book and I will say it was not needed to read the first. I am sure you miss some character background so I will be reading the first one. I enjoyed the writing style and this book made for a quick read since I was anxious to know what happened next. Detective Scala has so much compassion for his victims that I feel it makes him a better detective. There were plenty of twists and turns in the plot to keep me wanting more. I am excited to read the rest of the books in the series with Detective Scala. If you are looking for a good mystery/thriller then I definitely recommend picking up this series!

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The Secrets they Hide (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

This is my first book that I have read from this author and I totally loved it. This is book 2 in the series and it could be read as a standalone…and I am definitely wanting to circle back on the beginning of the series, but I did not feel like I missed anything by reading this book first.

Detective Maurizio Scala is on a manhunt, trying to figure out whom murdered a young man and leaving his body in a cemetery. This mystery man is also leaving notes behind…poetic in sorts… possibly more bodies may be piling up…..revenge. Will Detective Scala be able to stop this murderer with a poetic mind before it is to late and more murders are ensued?

This book is a great crime, drama, suspense, corruption, secrets, lies and full of twisty turns as I tried to piece together the who’s who in connecting all the dots to the end. Very highly recommended and looking forward to reading more from this author.

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The Secrets they Hide (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Julie Johnson

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is my first read by this author and I’m looking forward to reading more by her! This is the second book in a series but was easily read as a standalone. I’m going to go back and read the first book in this series though!

This book held me from the beginning and didn’t let up until the end. It’s a riveting police procedural featuring a setting in Rome. What could be more interesting than a murder in a place known for their love? Just when you think you might have “whodunit” figured out, more plot twists and turns come up that will have you on the edge of your seat until the end.

Very enjoyable read!

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The Secrets they Hide (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Melissa Fink

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The Secrets they Hide: A Commissario Scala Mystery (Book 2) (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome)The Secrets they Hide: A Commissario Scala Mystery (Book 2) by P J Mann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Secrets They Hide is the second book in this series. The story takes place in a beautiful place in Rome. What I love most about this book is the twist and turns that it had. You can try to predict what’s going to happen and then the author tricks you and a twist comes. The plot of the story was amazing. This was a page turner and had me on the edge of my seat wanting to know what happened next. I will definitely be reading more books by this author.

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The Secrets they Hide (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Megan Conley

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the 2nd book in the series; however, you can read it as a stand alone…the only thing you are missing out on is really getting to know Detective Scala (but you get that in this book…you just don’t have it from the beginning). I love a good mystery thriller and P.J. Mann did not disappoint with this one. The dual perspectives between Detective Scala and the killer was *chef’s kiss* and probably my favorite part about the entire book (I love a good dual perspective). I really like Mann’s writing style and look forward to reading more.

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The Secrets they Hide (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Angela Shirley

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Detective Scala has received a mysterious note within his car, as he reads he discovers that not all maybe well and that he maybe caught up in something big. As the weeks go on nothing major happens until one night he is called to the cemetery as a body of a young man is discovered.

As he investigates the young man’s death he then unravels connections with seemingly unrelated murders pushing it further into lines of deceit and corruption. As him and his team investigate further dark secrets are discovered and will he be able to stop this killer before another body is found.

This the first book I have read by this author and what a start to my journey. The character of Maurizio Scala was sharp and non nonsense which was refreshing to read and brilliant to follow, with the introduction of the team and the secondary characters it had you engrossed all the way through.

Although this is the second book in the series I felt comfortable reading this as a stand alone story and did not loss anything in the back story or history. I loved the dual prospective of the story where you got to see inside the killers mind as well as the police which made the thrilling twists and turns even more exciting.

I would really like to go back and read the first book and hopefully more moving forward.

The Secrets they Hide (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/60268637-the-secrets-they-hide” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”The Secrets they Hide: A Commissario Scala Mystery (Book 2) (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1643691349l/60268637._SY160_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/60268637-the-secrets-they-hide”>The Secrets they Hide: A Commissario Scala Mystery (Book 2)</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/22194980.P_J_Mann”>P J Mann</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5737554667″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Detective Scala is back and up to his neck in mystery of whodunit. After finding a note attached to a deceased young man in the cemetary he is determined to find out every last one of the dark secrets mentioned. How deep does the corruption go? What makes this interesting is that the unsub seems to be a poet. The poetic notes have the clues hidden to help the dogged detective solve the crime. The author did a great job of engaging the reader from the beginning and keeping them engaged until the end. I enjoyed going along for the ride with Detective Scala and look forward to solving more mysteries.
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The Secrets they Hide (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Santana Hicks

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A young man is found dead in a cemetery with a note hinting towards a dark secret from the past. Detective Scala is instantly intrigued and immediately dives into the case. In the note, the killer used plural words when describing victims which means they may be dealing with a serial killer. When another body shows up and the two are not connected in any way, Scala knows then that he has his work cut out for him if he wants to stop the murderer from killing more.

Detective Scala and his team are on a mission and nothing will stop them from getting to the bottom of this case. Something must connect the bodies, they just have to turn to the past to find it.

This book is technically the second in the series but was fine for reading as a stand-alone. I had no problem following along. The book is fast paced with lots of twists and turns and people involved. The author did a very good job keeping you invested in the plot. I also liked how the author threw in some POV of the murderer to help explain his reasoning behind everything. My only downside, and this is a personal opinion, is that I could not for the love of me like Detective Scala. I found him cold with not much depth to him at all. When I read a book, I like to imagine myself as the main character and become immersed into the storyline and it was hard to do with Scala. I would have preferred to have more background and emotions from the main character. Again, this is personal preference. I loved the plot and recommend this book for anyone who likes a plot heavy, fast paced murder mystery!

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The Secrets they Hide (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Kerry Carr

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the Commissario Scala Mystery series. Even though it is part of a series they can be read as a standalone read however I think it helps you understand the characters better if you read them from the beginning. However if you don’t it won’t take anything away from this story which is a great murder mystery. This book had me gripped from the beginning and didn’t let go until the end. This is a crime story set in Rome which was different. When Inspector Scala finds a note in his car he knows something is going on and when 2 weeks later a dead body turns up with another note he realises its a race against time before the murderer strikes again.
This is a fast paced murder mystery, full of twists and turns, secrets and lies and so much confusions and peoples dark pasts that you have no clue who is behind the crimes. With police procedures, drama and corruption the author drags you into this world and you feel like you are solving the case alone with the Inspector.
I can’t wait to see what the author has in store for us next.

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The Secrets they Hide (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Mary Espinoza

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Secrets They Hide: An Italian Murder Mystery is the second book in series…and the author did not disappoint! P.J. Mann sets the mystery in Rome…and I mean you should know that most great mystery stories come from Rome…or at least that’s my opinion! This is my first read by P.J. Mann, and I will definitely be going back and reading the first book in the series. This book can be read as a stand-alone, but I recommend reading the first book just to get the feel of Detective Scala, and all of his quirks. Detective Scala has found himself in a unique predicament on trying to solve a recent murder mystery, and he will stop at nothing to solve the case! Detective Scala is stubborn in every aspect of his life, from the way he deals with his family to the way he eats his sandwiches! I won’t say much more because I don’t want to give away too much, but I will say I don’t think you will be disappointed!
The writing style kept me reading nonstop until the end, I really enjoyed the detail that P.J. put into the storyline and development of the characters. I truly look forward to reading more from this author soon!

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The Secrets They Hide (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Brandy Vaughn

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Secrets they Hide is the second book in A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome crime series. This book may be part of a series, but it reads easily as a standalone novel. This crime thriller has plenty of action, suspense, tension, with twists and turns to keep you turning the pages. I appreciate that this was based in Italy. It was interesting how another country solves crimes. I look forward to the next book!

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The Secrets they Hide (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Christine Baranek

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Secrets They Hide
By: P.J. Mann

This is an Inspector Scala Book. It is my first, but it most definitely won’t be my last. Inspector Scala is definitely an enjoyable main character who keeps the book exciting. In this book a cryptic message leads Inspector Scala to a series of murders and it is him that must find the killer. This is filled with twists and turns and it definitely kept me on my toes. I have to say that the highlight of this author is the dialogue. Every character has amazing banter back and forth. You are sucked into the dialogue and it is not hard to read at all. I definitely recommend reading this!

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The Secrets they Hide (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Sheri Schrader

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Secrets They Hide: An Italian Murder Mystery is the second book in A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome and is a great read. This is my first book by this author, but I will return for more. Commissario Scala is stubborn and determined when put on a case. I won’t risk giving anything about the plot away because that is the worst, especially with a mystery. The book is set in the beautiful city of Rome, but there are dark secrets behind a recent murder. Will Detective Maurizio Scala be able to unravel the pieces of the puzzle?
I enjoyed reading about Scala and how he goes about processing the pieces of the puzzle left at the scene. I read a lot of mysteries and sometimes get disappointed by how formulaic the stories get. I was not disappointed by this one and will go back and read other books in this series. I was able to unravel the pieces before the end, but the writing kept me reading until the end. I definitely look forward to reading more from this author soon.

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The Secrets They Hide (Commissario Scala Mystery Series Book #2) by P.J. Mann – Review by Angela Hayes

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

4.5 Stars

 

The Secrets They Hide is the second book in the Commissario Scala Mystery series by P.J. Mann. Having read an Inspector Scala mystery before, I knew this would be another well-woven and suspenseful crime & investigation mystery- which is exactly what I found between the covers of this intriguing story. With murder, police procedure, action, gripping developments, drama, twists, secrets, tension, lies, corruption, and interesting characters, Ms. Mann doesn’t disappoint, delivering an engrossing story.
Another mystery is set in Rome, which definitely adds an extra element of interest to the whole story. Scala is drawn into another complex case when a mysterious message leads him to a series of murders. Time plays a factor, especially if he’s to unravel everything before the murderer strikes again.
Looking forward to more Commissario Scala mysteries.
Happy reading…

Thank you, P.J. Mann!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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The Secrets they Hide (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Jenni Bishop

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4.5 stars
I have only read one book by P.J. and enjoyed it so was happy to scoop this book up and start reading. The Secrets they Hide is the second book in this A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome crime series. This book may be part of a series, but it reads just as easily as a standalone novel.
Detective Maurizio Scala is back with a new case in the beautiful city of Rome, Italy. He finds himself tangled in a web of lies and deceit. A cryptic message leads him to a series of murders. It is not in his nature to give up even if it leads danger to his door.
The Secrets they Hide is a gripping murder mystery that is full of action, suspense, and a few twists and turns to keep you interested. It is fast paced with lots of tension and suspense and realistic interactions and banter between characters.
This whodunnit is well written and kept me intrigued throughout.
If you enjoy a crime story, you won’t be disappointed.

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The Secrets they Hide (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A gripping Italian murder mystery which had me hooked throughout. Set in Rome and Detective Maurizio Scala has sworn to protect its citizens and deliver justice to any victims of crimes. In this fast paced story Scala has to find and stop the killer of a young man found dead in a cemetery, before he becomes a victim himself. Along with the body a note was found which mentioned his dark secrets, and as the Detective digs deeper into the victim’s life he discovers a tangled web of lies and corruption. Scala’s investigation hits a breakthrough when other seemingly unconnected murders have a link to the latest one. Scala then needs to identify the killer before there are anymore victims. The storyline is full of drama and suspense, whilst the plot twists kept me guessing as to the outcome of the story. I liked the relatable Detective Scala, who as the main character really brought the story together. The descriptive narrative made the Italian setting come to life and I felt immersed in Scala’s world. An entertaining and engaging novel, and I look forward to future books featuring the Detective.

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The Secrets they Hide (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Secrets They Hide is Book Two in A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome Series. It is a crime thriller that is set in Rome, Italy, and centers around the character of Detective Scala. When a body turns up dead in the cemetery it sends Scala into a world of corruption, and he discovers other unsolved mysteries could be connected to the man in the cemetery. When his family comes in harm’s way, he is determined to protect his family from a crazy psychopath who is intent on causing them harm. Detective Scala is smart, ruthless, and relentless in his pursuit of the person responsible for terrorizing his family. He does not back down from a challenge and continues to follow the clues until he solves the mystery. I loved how determined his character is and enjoyed trying to solve the mystery alongside him. He is a lovable character that I found myself rooting for in his quest for truth and justice. This book had action, suspense, drama, intrigue, mystery, murder, mayhem, and some good old sleuthing in the quest for justice.

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The Secrets they Hide (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Tausha Treadway

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Secrets they Hide (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann. I love this series. Its so good and my favorite mystery, crime genre. Its the continuing story of Detective Scala in Rome, Italy who’s main job is to keep the people safe in his town. When a new murder victim is found in the local cemetery with a note in his hand Detective Scala is on the hunt for the murderer before more victims appear. Finding a poem in the hand of the victim is his first clue. When his family becomes targeted he is especially determined to find out who is behind this horrendous crime. The more Detective Scala digs the more secrets and shocking information he finds. There may even be more victims of this murderer once more information comes to life. Will Detective Scala be able to stop him before the people he love are in danger? Read this fast paced thriller to find out!

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The Secrets they Hide (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the 2nd book in the Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome series. I haven’t read the first book but was still able to follow the story and main character without detriment however I will be going back to read to first as I feel I’d have a better understanding of Detective Scala.

The author’s writing was descriptive and clear, painting a clear picture of the scenes and characters throughout and I enjoyed the storyline, trying to solve the mystery alongside Scala.

Scala seems to be a reliable and determined detective and with high stakes building the suspense, this is the kind of detective you need on the case. He’s also a father who loves his daughter and this adds another layer to his character that helps to make him relatable.

I’ll be going back to read the first, but I also look forward to reading the rest of the series.

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The Secrets they Hide (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in this series. They can be read as a standalone but I highly suggest reading the previous book as it is just as great as this one. It will help your enhancement of Detective Scala’s character as well. Scala is back in another suspenseful mystery with the same determination we have seen before. I enjoy his character and what he brings to the story. He is connectable, supportive and has a determination like no other. He pulls you into his world with ease and keeps you there until the end. I enjoyed watching the growth of this story which made it hard to put down. This is a great story and I look forward to seeing it next for Scala. I highly recommend this book.

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The Secrets they Hide (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Jennifer Crain

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

My second Inspector Scala book, and I enjoyed it. The plot was a little easy to figure out (I read a lot of mysteries) but the book was still very interesting due to the consistent antics of the main character- from the love of his daughter to the love of his sandwiches to his love of work.

The best part of the mystery was the poetry left by the killer that helped the Commissario solve the mystery, as well as his daughter helping catch the culprit. The beautiful setting descriptions and day in the life of a police officer continues in this book of the series. I can’t wait to read another one.

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The Secrets they Hide (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Shelly Kittell

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Scala is one detective that I would want on my case if I needed one. He’s trying to protect his family from a possible psycho but seems to be losing it a little. Romizi is just trying to help him but ends up with a few mishaps like a pop in the nose but as friends, he forgives him. He understands. I find these books so interesting because Scala is a no-nonsense cop good at the dettails. He lets a little slip in this one because its his family and that affects him.Like a dog with a bone, he is relentless and he won’t let this go, he will figure out who’s trying to hurt his family and who’s killing the others. I love how the author just leads into the next books at the end. Such great writing and wonderful characters. Even with the story based in Italy, it is still easy to understand for us here in the US. A must for mystery lovers.

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The Secrets they Hide (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann

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Rome, Italy. Detective Maurizio Scala sworn to protect the citizens of his city and deliver justice to the victims of crimes. So when a young man was found dead in a cemetery with a note mentioning his dark secrets, Scala knew he would find no peace until justice ran its course.
As the stubborn detective digs deeper into the victim’s life, other, seemingly unconnected murders begin to reveal a tangled web of lies and corruption.
Will Scala be able to identify the killer before more victims will fall?
The secrets they hide is the second riveting book of A Commissario Scala Mystery series set in Rome. If you like police procedurals, shrewd heroes, and nail-chewing action, then you’ll love the second book in P. J. Mann’s series.

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Paula J. Mann lives a double life. She is a geologist by day and a novelist by night. She’s best known for writing mysteries and thrillers.

She also experimented writing historical fiction, and paranormal suspense.

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