Amanda and Trent are called to the site of a murdered child. Is this connected to an unsolved crime from years ago and can retiree Katherine help find the killer.? I enjoyed this book and hope there are more in this series.

Detectives Steele & Stenson are on another difficult case, this time involving a murdered child and a potential connection to a very cold case. Already on high alert due to the nature of the case and her sensitivity towards cases involving children, Amanda becomes even more concerns when a third girl goes missing.

At first I thought I would struggle with a story involving children because I read for fun and can't find fun in kids getting hurt. Fortunately 90% of this book focuses on the detective work and very little on the actual situation with the kids. There is hardly any 'on camera' for lack of a better word violence involving the kids so while it's still sick and distressing that things like this do happen, it wasn't the kind of gross, stomach-churning scene that makes you put the book down all the time. The tie in to the cold case was interesting, as was Katherine's involvement in the investigation. Overall, really sold case story (as always!)

I will say though I was frustrated with the personal story line this time. I love Amanda and I am ALWAYS here for the slow burn, will they or won't they story that's been a constant throughout the series. It's hard to describe without spoilers, but I just felt like this time was going somewhere pretty clear, it seemed to strongly imply (admittedly by avoidance) that someone was definitely out of the picture leaving space for someone else but then really abruptly at the end the personal story takes a totally different turn I wasn't expecting. Again, always here for the slow burn, and I totally understand that the series would by necessity have to change depending on the direction the Arnold chooses to go, but I guess I just feel like we've been standing at the fork in the road for a long time now.

In any case, another very solid installment of this series! I absolutely adore this author can't wait for more!

As soon as I get an Amanda Steele book I have to read it, these are very well written and I am loving the journey of the main characters (this is a series which you have to read in order)

The crime itself was very well thought out and worked well with enough twists to keep it very entertaining.

I just devoured it.

Be prepared to binge read this once you start reading. It is that engrossing of a story. Amanda and Trent start out with a case of a murdered child which is every cops worst nightmare. It drives them to find the murdered and put them away. Clues in the case lead them to their friend Katherine, retired from the NYPD and now working at her aunt's diner. Katherine has a case of a murdered girl that has haunted her all these years later. They must work together to figure out how these cases in different locations and years apart are connected. When another girl is abducted, the stress and determination rachet up. It's a race to uncover clues and figure out which path to go to find the correct suspect before it's too late.

I absolutely loved this and so now I have 13 previous books too read. I need to know this woman's life and tragedies

Love me some Amanda Steele! Amanda and Trent are investigating the death of a child that ties to a cold case connecting Katherine Graves. When another child is taken and they have no viable leads, they wonder if they will get to her in time. This is an action packed book that kept me on edge. Thanks Carolyn Arnold, NetGalley, and Bookouture!

When a missing child is discovered positioned on a carousel, Amanda and Trent rush to the scene to start an investigation that will challenge them both. The murder is very similar to one from 12 years ago when Julie Gilbert was found dressed for a dance performances he would never have. Amanda suggests that a former officer Katherine Graves be brought in to consult as she never stopped looking for Julie's killer. What transpires will leave you turning the pages quickly.
A fast paced story that had me hooked as usual. Carolyn Arnold doesn't disappoint!

Every book by Carolyn Arnold captivates you and keeps you reading until the end, and this book was no exception.
Trent and Amanda are called into a case of a missing child turned homicide. There are lots of moving pieces trying to figure out who would hurt an innocent child and why. When a cold case is found to be related, Amanda realizes that the killer is someone she has helped to find in the past.
As always, the characters are great, and I love how the author weaves little details about them that make them real and relatable. The plot flowed smoothly and quickly from start to finish. Already looking forward to Book 15!
I received an advance copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

What a ride!
Amanda and her partner are called when the body of a young girl is found in a park. While investigating, the police discover that this case is similar to the murder of a young girl 14 years prior.
Bringing in the retired detective from the old case, Amanda and Trent must work fast to solve both murders espeically since another young girl has been abducted from her home.

The mystery was really interesting and heartbreaking. I love watching these two partners, the tension is pretty thick! Also loved how they worked to solve the past and present cases. Great work!

Great book! Good story line and well developed characters. Fast paced and filled with action and suspense! I didn’t want it to end!

Book 14 in the Amanda Steele series. Amanda and her partner Trent are searching for a killer who killed a child. Is this case tied to a similar case from years ago? Is there a serial killer on the loose?

Follow along as they try to piece everything together.

This book is faced paced with lots of red herrings that will keep you guessing. Great characters , great storyline. You won’t be able to put this book down.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an advanced copy for an honest review.

This is a very intense book. Loads of angst. It’s an emotional troubling book about kidnapped and killed children. The writing is magnificent. The clues were interesting to follow. It was an excellent thriller. I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced free copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I received a copy from the publisher through NetGalley.

Detective Amanda Steele and her partner, Trent, are back in an emotional and twisty Three Girls Gone. In a case previously worked by the missing persons division, Amanda and Trent are called in when the body of the missing 6-year-old. Amanda notices that it is incredibly similar to the murder of a 7-year-old who died many years ago. It's a case that has haunted her former boss, Katherine Graves, for years. Katherine is brought back into to consult and together the team works to identify this serial. And... unfortunately another little girl, with seemingly nothing in common with the first girl, is taken from her bed. Now the race is on to save her life. Ms. Arnold has written such a deep character in Amanda Steele who tries to balance her professional obligations with her daughter, Zoe,. This is a fabulous series to get hooked on! Thank you to Bookouture for an advanced reader of this book. The opinions expressed are my own.

Three Girls Gone is a very thrilling and enjoyable read, and one that pulled me in right from the start. The story is well written and flows easily and the plot line is good and well thought out. I found it hard to put this book down, and kept wanting to know what would happen next. When a young girl is found murdered Steele and Stenson investigate and find themselves in a race against time when another girl is taken. The story takes place over a short space of time and is very fast paced with lots of tension, suspense and mystery. I loved the reappearance of an old character when Steele's investigation is linked to an old unsolved case. The ending is good even though I thought a bit unrealistic - surely the Police Dept wouldn't delay interviewing a murder suspect while waiting for their officer to be fit enough??? That's my only gripe though.

If you like solid police procedurals with likeable characters you just root for from the start then this is for you and I'd recommend it although I'd say read the series in order to get to know the characters from the beginning.

4 stars

Another great visit with Amanda Steele and Trent Stentson. This makes number 14 in the series and has the duo searching for a.missing child who has been taken by the same person who already murdered two others. Katherine Graves and Sgt Malone are prominent characters as the murderer seems to be playing a game .Back story is about Katherines life in New York and makes this case personal to her
I always enjoy this series and recommend it

Three Girls Gone by Carolyn Arnold. Book 14 is a great addition to the Detective Amanda Steele Series. A real page turner with Amanda struggling to managing her personal and professional life. Her relationship with Zoe is progressing while she and Trent are still struggling with their feelings for one another. The case is fast paced, gripping and intense which ends in a explosive conclusion.

Thank you to the author, Bookouture, and NetGalley for the opportunity to preview the book.

Wow! I’m lost for words Carolyn as you’ve done it again, you had me glued to this ebook and I just couldn’t stop pretty sure one of my nights reading I didn’t stop until 4.30am 🙈.

I started reading these series in January 2024, and to be given the opportunity to read as an arc reader well I was jumping. I’ve read from Amanda Steele, to Brandon Fisher (I must ask is there any more for his series, cause I’m patiently waiting) to Madison Knight. Most recent series I’ve just started is Sandra Vos and well once again she has me hooked! I always have in my calendars when the next book will be released,

I must collect all her books in physical copy’s, this is so I can share them with my Nana as I know she will love these story’s as well.

Favourite moment would have to be that Amanda deserves something positive to happen in her life, and in chapter 25 well that happened! A fun filled food fight ending up with her daughter Zoe finally calling her Mum, yes this part did make me cry because Amanda has been through hell.

The story had me gripping, you sit there reading and it feels like you’re actually in the story imagining it in a dream. Descriptions detailing information is very clear, and there is a good amount of details to have the picture of what is happening.

During the investigations words that are used that a normal person (like myself) wouldn’t know, for example the medical examiners use of medical terms are explained brief but perfect to help understand.

The story is gripping, thrilling, mystery and so on. I recommend Carolyn’s collections to everybody and I’m forever telling my friends to read them and few have said yes we love them!

Another love about these series that Carolyn writes is that each book carry’s on after the other one left off, there is none of this one month/two month/one year later skipping in the books. This is one of the major things that help me to enjoy the series that she has written.

Thank you for the amazing support read once again Carolyn.

I’ve not yet done any public reviews as the email stated to wait until publication date, if this is incorrect please feel free to contact me regarding this.

Thanks to Carolyn and NetGalley for allowing me to read Three Girls Gone before the publication date.
This is the 14th book in the Detective Amanda Steele series.

The prologue is narrated by an unidentified predator who revels in having abducted a child and their plans to kill her. Carolyn has teased the reader by her choice of pronouns, leaving it unclear whether there is more than one predator.

The relationship between Amanda and Trent has shifted, both in their private and professional lives. Trent is now living with his girlfriend, Kelsey. This leaves Amanda struggling to put on a positive face about her feelings for Trent…does she really want a relationship with him, or does she just not want anyone else to have his attention?

With a 9 year old daughter, this case is too personal for Amanda and affects the way she carries out the investigation. This leads to her being tetchy and pulling rank on Trent.

As usual, Chief Buchanan, is focused on the public optics of the investigation whilst burnishing his Teflon shoulders. Sgt Malone is no longer protecting Amanda from Buchanan.
The atmosphere is edgy, tense and uncomfortable as Amanda continues to struggle to manage her professional and personal life.

Can the Steele and Stenson partnership survive this latest investigation?

A fast paced crime thriller that keeps you glued to the pages, piecing together clues to solve the case. I’m a sucker for these types of books.
It begins with retiree Katherine revisiting an unsolved crime while a child killer follows her every move even tormenting her with more child abductions. She helps the cops to solve the case.
This story has a satisfying ending.

What can I say - having read all the series to date I must say I was a little
disappointed in this latest offering
Homicide Detective Amanda Steele and her partner Trent are called to
a site where the body of a 6yr old girl has been found murdered .
The case is reminiscent of one from 12 years ago when another 6yr old
little girl was murdered in a similar way .
Amanda is finding the case very difficult , her emotions are all over the place .
When another young girl goes missing from her own bed the chase to find the killer
becomes almost overwhelming .
I found Amanda's decision making and attitude to not just the victim's relatives and
witnesses but also her colleagues unbelievable at times - how can someone supposedly
one of the best in the business be allowed to act in this way - dictating to all around
Her relationship with Trent has raised the green eyed monster in both of them at times ,
affecting their working relationship - where is this going ?
I think the most disturbing and unbelievable scenes, even for a fiction book , was that once
the murderer had been apprehended in the act of trying to kill his latest victim
(by Amanda herself , who he also tried to kill - nearly succeeding) he was not
interviewed and charged immediately . What police department would wait for the
Detective ( Amanda) to recover in hospital for a few days and then take the lead in his
interrogation , despite also being a victim of his actions herself - where were his lawyers
in all this ??
I hope that this is just a blip in what has been to date an enjoyable series .
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own