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Description
Jonathan Flite wants to disappear. Apart from being Rhode Island’s infamous nurse killer about to walk free, he’s also facing more public scrutiny than ever before. The FBI has begun taking his connection to the long-lost Idle County Seven seriously, drawing links between people Jonathan claims to remember and last summer’s nuclear terrorist attack in Geneva, Switzerland. Furthermore, the perpetrator from last fall’s murders at Crescent Rehabilitation Center is still at large, leaving a number of questions unanswered about how and why the crimes might have been linked to the events in Europe.
When an anonymous stranger begins sending Jonathan letters encouraging him to tell the truth about the Idle County Seven mystery, his loved ones brace themselves for the onslaught of attention it might bring. As media reports creep toward the truth, the scientific and religious implications of Jonathan’s psychological condition begin to pique public interest—and expose those who would resort to violence in order to keep them under wraps.
Jonathan Flite wants to disappear. Apart from being Rhode Island’s infamous nurse killer about to walk free, he’s also facing more public scrutiny than ever before. The FBI has begun taking his...
Jonathan Flite wants to disappear. Apart from being Rhode Island’s infamous nurse killer about to walk free, he’s also facing more public scrutiny than ever before. The FBI has begun taking his connection to the long-lost Idle County Seven seriously, drawing links between people Jonathan claims to remember and last summer’s nuclear terrorist attack in Geneva, Switzerland. Furthermore, the perpetrator from last fall’s murders at Crescent Rehabilitation Center is still at large, leaving a number of questions unanswered about how and why the crimes might have been linked to the events in Europe.
When an anonymous stranger begins sending Jonathan letters encouraging him to tell the truth about the Idle County Seven mystery, his loved ones brace themselves for the onslaught of attention it might bring. As media reports creep toward the truth, the scientific and religious implications of Jonathan’s psychological condition begin to pique public interest—and expose those who would resort to violence in order to keep them under wraps.
Advance Praise
"The second novel in the Jonathan Flite series continues the journey the author starts in "Confessions of Jonathan Flite." This story is thought-provoking, mysterious, and totally captivating." - Amazon Reviewer
"The second novel in the Jonathan Flite series continues the journey the author starts in "Confessions of Jonathan Flite." This story is thought-provoking, mysterious, and totally captivating." -...
"The second novel in the Jonathan Flite series continues the journey the author starts in "Confessions of Jonathan Flite." This story is thought-provoking, mysterious, and totally captivating." - Amazon Reviewer
If you've read the first book,this is very much a must read... it fleshed out the story of Elijah (am assuming each book will do that with a seperate character) whilst slowly moving us forward in the "present day".
It's still nuts,there's a lot going on,but it's fast paced and interesting.
I worry by book 5 there will be too much to remember though.
Still no closer to knowing the "why?" of Jonathan... but still looking forward to finding out more.
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Words, Images, & Worlds (, Reviewer
Mysterious and atmospheric, this book was gripping from start to finish. A fine example of the genre from a new voice.
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Sue B, Reviewer
Thankyou to NetGalley, BooksGoSocial and the author, Matthew J Beier, for the opportunity to read a digital copy of The Release of Jonathan Flite in exchange for an honest and unbiased opinion.
This book is the second book in the Jonathan Flite series, and it was just as good as the first.
The storyline was well thought out and written. The writing flows beautifully between the timelines and is truly captivating.
Definitely worth a read
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Ashleigh A, Educator
Where is book 3? What an exciting tale which will keep your turning each page. An excellently crafted narrative with protagonist we can all relate and connect with. Brilliant read.
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Anjana D, Reviewer
Some books get more comfortable to read and more attractive the deeper you go into the story. It took me a shamefully long time to read both of the ones in the series (it does not conclude and now waiting for the next might be my just desserts!)
There are so many timelines in this narrative, including one which indicates the 'other' these are preceded by the infinity symbol for greater emphasis. When we last left Jonathan, there was light at the end of the tunnel for him with people actually listening to what he had to say. Now, since people are starting to believe him, his life is in even more danger. All the different cogs littered throughout the previous instalment is beginning to come together. The only reason you would have to read the previous one would be to have some emotional attachment to those 'missing' children who are but the middle of an even larger story.
It is very fast-paced and always on the go. The layering which was mildly annoying in the previous book and the fact that I had to hold so many threads in my mind was tiring(previously). In this, it actually felt like an advantage because the main storyline felt shorter, but we learn a lot more about the plotline and the world(s) that the book covers. We are left in a minor cliff hanger and although its been almost two years since its release, I still hold on to the hope that the next book would release soon!
I received an ARC thanks to NetGalley and the publishers but the reviews are entirely based on my own reading experience.
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louisa t, Reviewer
If you've read the first book,this is very much a must read... it fleshed out the story of Elijah (am assuming each book will do that with a seperate character) whilst slowly moving us forward in the "present day".
It's still nuts,there's a lot going on,but it's fast paced and interesting.
I worry by book 5 there will be too much to remember though.
Still no closer to knowing the "why?" of Jonathan... but still looking forward to finding out more.
Was this review helpful?
Words, Images, & Worlds (, Reviewer
Mysterious and atmospheric, this book was gripping from start to finish. A fine example of the genre from a new voice.
Was this review helpful?
Sue B, Reviewer
Thankyou to NetGalley, BooksGoSocial and the author, Matthew J Beier, for the opportunity to read a digital copy of The Release of Jonathan Flite in exchange for an honest and unbiased opinion.
This book is the second book in the Jonathan Flite series, and it was just as good as the first.
The storyline was well thought out and written. The writing flows beautifully between the timelines and is truly captivating.
Definitely worth a read
Was this review helpful?
Ashleigh A, Educator
Where is book 3? What an exciting tale which will keep your turning each page. An excellently crafted narrative with protagonist we can all relate and connect with. Brilliant read.
Was this review helpful?
Anjana D, Reviewer
Some books get more comfortable to read and more attractive the deeper you go into the story. It took me a shamefully long time to read both of the ones in the series (it does not conclude and now waiting for the next might be my just desserts!)
There are so many timelines in this narrative, including one which indicates the 'other' these are preceded by the infinity symbol for greater emphasis. When we last left Jonathan, there was light at the end of the tunnel for him with people actually listening to what he had to say. Now, since people are starting to believe him, his life is in even more danger. All the different cogs littered throughout the previous instalment is beginning to come together. The only reason you would have to read the previous one would be to have some emotional attachment to those 'missing' children who are but the middle of an even larger story.
It is very fast-paced and always on the go. The layering which was mildly annoying in the previous book and the fact that I had to hold so many threads in my mind was tiring(previously). In this, it actually felt like an advantage because the main storyline felt shorter, but we learn a lot more about the plotline and the world(s) that the book covers. We are left in a minor cliff hanger and although its been almost two years since its release, I still hold on to the hope that the next book would release soon!
I received an ARC thanks to NetGalley and the publishers but the reviews are entirely based on my own reading experience.