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What a suspenseful and chilling read! Dave and Jenna race against time when a plane crashes during a blizzard with Wolfe's daughter on board. Near the crash sight they find bodies of women tied to trees but no sign of Julie. Fearing the worst, they now have to find a serial killer and Julie before it's too late.
This book will keep you on the edge of your seat and you'll find it hard to put down
This latest offering from the Author featuring Detectives Kane and Alton starts with and bang
and doesn't let up throughout .
A plane has crashed in the mountains , Wolf's daughter Julie was onboard - it becomes a race
against time to find survivors before they freeze to death .
On arrival they find Julie missing , large footprints leading away from the crash site - has Julie
already been rescued ? Following the footsteps they come across a terrible scene ......... the frozen
bodies of three murdered women hanging in the trees . Who are they , who killed them , is Julie
in the hands of the killer ?
Jenna's focus has to be split , she has to give equal focus to finding Julie and searching for the killer ?
Her happiness at the recent discovery of her pregnancy has to take a back seat , despite her worries
she is driven to find the truth of just what is happening in the remote mountains ........ it seems that Black
Rock Falls might just have yet another serial Killer .
The tension in the book starts on the first page and doesn't finish until the last , holding the reader's
attention throughout
The book is fast paced , full of twists and turns , churning up emotions before a great conclusion
- I look forward to the next in the series
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own
Plane crash, no. Snow, no. Character I liked, no. Snow that strands people, no. Killer in the snow, no. Their Frozen Bones defies all of these and throws all niceties out the window. This book put me in my place and made me feel uncomfortable from the start.
As the team hunt for the plane crash affecting Wolfe’s daughter number 2 Julie, they come across women frozen in the extreme Black Rock Falls winter. But they aren’t accidental deaths. They are bone-chilling murders!!! *shudder*
I loved the switch from the Black Rock team to Julie to the killer and the victims. Getting into the heads of the different characters boggled my mind. Was Julie with the killer? If she was, what was the killer planning for her? The victims I wanted to rescue with a tardis! I just felt tense throughout without even thinking about the personal issues my main core of compadres were going through!!
This is another chilling (in both respects of the word) thriller from Hood. The weather has changed in the UK and autumn has hit. Reading this chilling thriller with a blizzard backdrop added to the actual temperature drop! I need something to warm my cockles after this!! I don’t know how Hood does it but she surpasses herself with each book!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Consistently great as always! Kane and Alton are such a great pairing and the story will keep you on the edge of your seat!
I love coming to Black Rock Falls. This time one of their own is missing and there's another serial killer on the loose. Is the mysterious new stranger guilty of leaving frozen bodies all over the forest or is he just someone looking for an escape like he claims? Jenna and Dave are in a race against the clock to find the serial killer before their loved one becomes his next victim. It's another must read that I couldn't put down. I love reading more from this team.
Holy cow that was good! I normally have the villain figured out, but this one got me. I was so wrong; the villain was unexpected (which made it even better). Kane, Jenna, and the rest are an amazing team, and I love how they work together. I am curious if just met a new series regular. I cannot wait for the next one!
Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this eARC.
D.K. Hood’s “Their Frozen Bones” is the latest installment in the gripping Detectives Kane and Alton series, and it does not disappoint. This edge-of-your-seat crime thriller is packed with suspense, intricate plotting, and a jaw-dropping twist.
The novel begins with a harrowing scene: a plane crash in the snow-covered mountains. Sheriff Jenna Alton and her deputy, David Kane, learn that their friend’s teenage daughter, Julie, was on that flight. As they race against time to find her, they stumble upon a chilling discovery—three young women hanging from pine trees. The plot thickens as Jenna and Kane realize that these victims, all with long blonde hair like Julie, had their appearances altered before their deaths. The narrative is tightly woven, with each chapter escalating the tension and revealing new layers of the mystery.
“Their Frozen Bones” delves into themes of loss, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of justice. The novel also touches on the darker aspects of human nature, examining how trauma and obsession can drive individuals to commit heinous acts. The blizzard setting serves as a metaphor for the characters’ internal struggles, adding depth to the story.
Hood’s ability to create vivid, multi-dimensional characters adds depth to the narrative, making readers deeply invested in their fates. The dialogue is crisp and realistic, reflecting the urgency and tension of the situation. Hood’s pacing is impeccable, with each chapter ending on a cliffhanger that compels you to keep reading.
“Their Frozen Bones” is a standout addition to the Detectives Kane and Alton series, offering a compelling blend of suspense, emotion, and intricate plotting. D.K. Hood has crafted a novel that is both thrilling and thought-provoking, with a plot that twists and turns in unexpected ways.
This book is a must-read for fans of crime thrillers who enjoy delving into the darker aspects of human nature.
D.K. Hood has once again proven her mastery of the crime thriller genre with “Their Frozen Bones.” This novel is a testament to her ability to weave complex, emotionally charged narratives that resonate long after the final page.
Highly recommended for anyone looking for a gripping, atmospheric read.
This is my first Kane and Alton book and I jumped in with both feet. Sometimes it’s overwhelming jumping in in the middle of a series, and I definitely am itching for more of their backstory, but I didn’t have any issues picking up this book.
They live in a remote area that is known for its draw of serial killers. Jenna and Kane seem to do a good job balancing their home life and work life, even with all the murders. This one brings us three women tied to trees and left to freeze to death. Their team has to, not only solve the murders, they need to find their medical examiner’s missing daughter.
I love the two of them together and I need to read more. I will definitely be getting my hands on more of this series and picking up more of D.K.’s others, which all seem to interconnect.
Thank you NetGalley and Bookouture for my ARC of this book.
When an author writes a series and can still keep you engaged and invested in book 23 that's got to say something right?
What a talent this author has, by this point if your a veteran like myself reading this series is like being reunited with family.
Love the new edition to the team and am excited to see how he develops and fits in. The
Another intense engaging page turner to add to this first class series.
I know I say this a lot about these long running police procedural series I read, but I really do love this series. The getting to know the characters and watching them grow ups the ante when the case becomes personal. When Wolfe’s daughter is on a plane that went down in the snowy mountains, the team jumped in to track the downed plane and save his daughter. Along the way, they find the calling card of a serial killer and they then have to split their focus on this new case while still hunting for Wolfe’s daughter. Of course there would be a serial killer in Black Rock Falls. I would really have to move if I lived there.
Another layer of personal in this case is Jenna is pregnant (finally) and they’re searching for their friend’s missing daughter. I like this full circle that is subtle but also in your face. The complex layered plot with multiple storylines doesn’t feel crowded and by the end, I was satisfied with how it ended.
After 23 books, I am always amazed when the series doesn’t feel old or tired. I’m not sure how the author keeps coming up with these great ideas for plotlines but I am impressed. While Alton and Kane are always at the center of the book, I love how each book also showcases another character and I get the chance to know a little more about them.
The book is fast paced and suspenseful and once I picked it up, I could not put it down. I was guessing right up until the end.
The books can be read out of order, but once you read one, you will want to read them all.
Their Frozen Bones is one of the most suspenseful books in the Kane and Alton series by D.K. Hood. This book will grab you from the start and continue to increase the tension as you read. Sheriff Jenna Alton and her husband, David Kane get reports of a plane crash. It's getting close to Christmas and Black Rock Falls is having a blizzard. A member of their team has a daughter on her way to visit for the holidays. Unfortunately, they get word that Julie was on the plane that crashed. Getting to the crash site won't be easy with the conditions worsening every hour. They get a team together, pack up, get in warm gear, and head out. They will have take snow mobiles with them in case the truck can't get through.
They reach the crash site after much difficulty and are heartbroken to find the dead bodies still strapped into their seats. There's no Julie though and her pink luggage is missing. It looks like someone rescued her, but who? Was it a Good Samaritan or the person who killed the 3 women they found frozen to death tied to trees? Time is critical as Julie could be badly hurt or be in the hands of a crazed killer. All 3 girls that were killed had long blonde hair just like Julie. Will they find Julie before it's too late? Will they find the person who killed the 3 women? Is the person who took Julie the killer? How are they going to proceed when the snow is piling up rapidly and the roads and trails are getting impassable?
This book will horrify you in parts, keep you guessing the entire way, and make you worry about the future of Kane and Alton. This is a must read for anyone that enjoys a great mystery. Yes, it's book 23 in a series, but you can pick it up and enjoy it as a standalone too. I love this series so much and the minute I finish the latest book I'm eager for the next. I don't know how D.K. Hood does it, but she keeps making the series better and better. I rate Their Frozen Bones 5 stars with my highest recommendation. I'd like to thank NetGalley and Bookouture for an advanced copy of Their Frozen Bones in exchange for a fair review. #TheirFrozenBones
Another brilliant, riveting read
Just the sort I enjoy and need!
A plane crash involving Julie, someone they know,
Has Jenna, Dave and the team quickly on the go.
Wrapping up warm to answer the call,
Blizzards and earth tremors hamper them all.
With snow piling up, they still try to go
Because what's happened to Julie they need to know.
The discovery of other victims along the way
Increases the tension, and fears come into play.
What's happened to Julie, has a killer taken her now?
They need to find her quickly somehow.
The snow, the cold and a twisted killer,
Make this read a superb crime thriller.
Can they find Julie before she comes to harm?
Thinking her rescuer could be the killer causes alarm.
A real page turner read with twists and surprises
And a possible new team member, though no one realises!
There's the possible end of a romance, too,
And maybe a hint of another that'll be new.
For my copy of this book, I say thank you
As I share with you this, my honest review.
Slow to start off, the pace picks up as the book gets going. You do feel the suspense growing as Julie, injured in a plane crash, is worried that she has been taken in by a murderer. Meanwhile the team are hampered in the search for her by avalanches in the woods on Bear mountain and by finding murdered girls frozen to death and tied to trees . Raven, the man looking after Julie is mysterious, Jenna is pregnant and all the team are involved in searching the area. Descriptions of the weather conditions and area are good, had to rake my memory for who was who in the law enforcement team . The plot is good with a couple of twists .
Thanks to Net Galley for the ARC
I just love this series, it is not something to be taken seriously. Throughout the series we really get to know the characters and know their family life is growing. I just love how the author doesn't take it seriously and chuckled out loud with the references to the serial killer town. The mayor has a lot of money to give to the team - I suppose it is all the serial killer tourism.
I am interested to see how the new character will work with the team and Kane especially.
This was an afternoon read for me and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
This was a new to me author and one I'll definitely be reading more from in the future, including the next book in the series.
Although I jumped into this series super late, and a couple of back stories piqued my interest, I wasn't lost for a second.
In fact with multiple plot threads that I couldn't get enough of I was transfixed from cover to cover.
I would definitely recommend this book no matter who picks it up.
This book has so much going on and I loved it! Yes, we have a missing girl but that didn't seem to be the main focal point, even the deaths of the others didn't take the main focal point. For me, we focus on a potential new character to the fold, and to say it looks like it's a green light, I did cheer! I worried I would be lulled into a false sense of security, that maybe, just maybe, this new character wouldn't be a good one. But phew. It's ok. I was ok, and I was happy!
When we weren't focusing on the newbie, it was Jenna, Dave, and even Emily and Rio. This book felt different, it felt more of a filler to start something rather than a normal intense thriller. Not that it's a bad thing at all, as it gave time for other characters to shine, to be at the forefront, but there was a different feel. A huge lull before the storm, before the birth of Jenna and Dave's baby, and before Wolfe settles down. Before so many new things!
I do love this series, I have been here since the beginning and everyone has come so far. But Ms Hood, her writing has got so much stronger, she has developed this small town into a serial killer central, but she has created her own team of Super-Heroes who fight the bad guys, save the day and get a HEA most of the time. I love it!
As Ms Hood does with her characters and scene setting, drawing you into this false sense of security, it does make me worried for what might happen in the next book, I really am worried there is a HUGE storm a-coming especially after reading the blurb!
This one was brutal. There is an especially twisted and vile killer on the loose in the mountains surrounding Black Rock Falls.
When a plane crashes in the mountains with Wolfe's daughter, Julie, on board as one of the passengers, it is all hands on deck. Time is of the essence due to the frigid temperatures. They do not even know if anyone survived, but they will not stop until they can find the crash site. Kane and Alton and their team go searching for the crash site and find a serial killer's gruesome playground.
This case was especially difficult because they are having to battle inclement weather with blizzards and avalanches, all while avoiding bullets from those who do not want visitors at their home.
The suspense was as taut and intricate as a spider web as you wonder who this crazed killer could be. Four words that come to mind to describe this book would be atmospheric, chilling and utterly gripping, which in turn means you can not put it down once you start it. The formidable team of characters are the perfect combo for fighting serial killers. They are better than the A-team of any other group of law enforcement groups.
Thank you to Bookouture and NetGalley for this ARC. I am leaving this review voluntarily.
This is a nail biter! The case hits close to home for the team. It's intense and full of suspense. It kept me guessing. There's also a new character I'm very interested in seeing more of. There also are developments in our characters personal lives that fans will be invested in. You can never go wrong with a story by D.K. Hood!
Their Frozen Bones is book 23 in the Detectives Kane and Alton series by D.K. Hood.
I always enjoy the Kane & Alton series and this was no exception.
Hood’s writing is sharp and evocative, painting a vivid picture of the setting. The characters are well-crafted, with twists that are both surprising and satisfying.
A compelling addition, and readers will be drawn into the dark and thrilling world of Black Rock Falls.
Thank You NetGalley and Bookouture for your generosity and gifting me a copy of this amazing eARC!
that surround Black Rock Falls, their hearts shatter. Their friend Wolfe’s blonde-haired teenage daughter, Julie, was on that flight. They won’t sleep until they bring Julie home to her distraught family but a blizzard closing in, Jenna pushes on with the search until, just beyond the snow-capped trees, she finds the plane. She falls to her knees at the sight of the lifeless bodies, still buckled into their seats. But one passenger is Julie has vanished. Jenna finds heavy footsteps around the crash site which are too big to be Julie’s. Someone was here before them. Following the prints, Jenna’s pulse races as she finds the bodies of three young women hanging from the tall pine trees, their limbs frozen, their faces lifted to the sky above.
The twenty third outing for Jenna & Dave & another very well written thriller. I love both Jenna & Dave & have loved how their relationship has changed & deepened over the series. Each book can be read on its own but with a series this good I’d recommend starting at the beginning. There’s lots of suspense & lots of edge of the seat moments. I’ve learned to start reading this series early in the day as once started I’m not going anywhere until I’ve finished. Strong characters, a fast paced story added to my enjoyment
I voluntarily read and reviewed a special copy of this book; all thoughts and opinions are my own