All while the suspense grew and the story flowed at a rapid pace, I loved the underlying connection between Kendra and Adam. Forensic sculptor Eve Duncan knows what it's like to be haunted by the past. As her attention is drawn to the story, she says to her date that they are treating it like an accident. "— Booklist on Killer View. Still, Kendra isn't keen on investigative work, but she can't deny that she is great at it. It's odd that Sandra would get involved at all, and the fact that she adamantly refuses to go to the police for help reinforces Eve's suspicions that something is very wrong. Dr. Kendra Michaels had been blind since birth for twenty years, and had a very successful procedure that gave her sight. Her good friend, Jessie Mercado, who is also a private investigator, is a bodyguard to Delilah Winter, a young singer who has achieved Superstar status.
Other Books in Series. "Mystery, danger, and sexual tension abound in an action-packed thriller that breaks plenty of heads but no new ground. " As is always the case in these books by Johansen, danger is always close at hand. Her father is also a veteran. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a suspenseful romantic book. As before, Kendra is not alone in her search. Suspense fans are in for a treat. " However, in this book readers are introduced to profiler Kendra Michaels. As an Amazon Associate we earn a small amount from qualifying purchases. Don't forget you can add our posts to your Amazon Alexa. Her son, Roy Johansen, is an Edgar Award-winning screenwriter and novelist. In a way it is almost a badge of honor for him. A music therapist who thrives on helping others, Kendra Michaels cherishes the ordinary life she has achieved after stem cell surgery restored her sight.
Beth is on the run, and as her mind clears--detoxing from the drugs that have held her prisoner--she begins to see the threads of a twisted plot within the powerful Avery family, threatening to destroy Beth and anyone else who might jeopardize the high-stakes game that is already in play. She must find the killer as the body count rises, and to do so she relies on her own "dream team" of agent-for-hire Adam Lynch and private investigator Jessie Mercado. Dr. Kendra Michaels is often sought after by the CIA and the FBI. As Sandra reluctantly reveals small pieces of the truth about Beth's identity, Eve is shocked to discover that their lives are strangely entwined, and Beth's disappearance now puts them all in grave danger. Blind for the first twenty years of her life until a revolutionary surgical procedure allowed her to regain her sight, Kendra uses her powers of observation—honed during her years in the dark—to detect what other investigators don't. She is asked to stay around and is indeed pulled into the investigation. In 1991, Johansen began writing suspense historical romance novels, starting with the publication of The Wind Dancer. There is more to explore here in future books. It was my way of visiting them. His next thriller will be released by Grand Central Publishing in 2021. He has written screenplays for Warner Bros., Universal Pictures, Disney, and MGM. The young woman was carrying an envelope with Kendra's name on it, and inside was an SD card with what appears to be an innocuous video of a wedding reception. During her years in the dark she honed her other senses to near perfection, thus having amazing deductive skills.
When Waldridge disappeares the same night he met her, Kendra decides to investigate. RJ: They connected originally since they both are US war veterans who fought in Afghanistan. And the new cases feature "holdback" characteristics of the other murders unknown to the general public. Will she be able to clear her name and find Colby and get the elusive, now escaped killer back behind bars? In the previous books of this series, Kendra paired up with former FBI Agent Adam Lynch. Suspense Magazine on The Naked Eye. RJ: The white streak in his hair developed after his military service. So, Kendra and Jessie work together, as well as former FBI Agent Adam Lynch, a love interest of Kendra's who has been in just about every book in this series. "Definitely a WOW read! Kendra Michaels11 books in series. They meet her father, James, a veteran, and her "boyfriend" Jake Brice. The detonation is only the beginning of a shocking case for FBI consultant Kendra Michaels—a string of heinous murders in the style of the very-dead Barrett mysteriously continue, and it becomes clear that he may not have been working alone. Her current case is much more personal, however. Then there is Jessie, another close friend and also a private investigator.
This investigation no doubt places Kendra in grave danger, and Kendra takes refuge in Adam's fortified home while they look for the serial killer. In June 2012, Iris Johansen published her first short story called With Open Eyes. The plot has humor, charm, and suspense, with a smidge of romance. We not only cover the release of Blink Of An Eye but also other Iris Johansen, Roy Johansen 2022/2023 releases and Iris Johansen, Roy Johansen 2022 new books. Kendra is a music therapist, but she is also a law enforcement agency's dream come true. It is titled, More Than Meets the Eye. Praise for the Kendra Michaels series: "This read goes from good to great to spectacular as the hunt between predator and prey never stops. But the killer has a terrifying plan that Kendra and her team are only beginning to understand. Adam is pretty much a consultant like Kendra has become and the two work well together. New York Times bestselling author Iris Johansen and her son Edgar Award winner Roy Johansen team up again for the eighth installment of the Kendra Michaels Series. "Engrossing… Kendra has ample opportunity to display her keen deductive skills as the suspenseful plot builds to an explosive finale. The novel functions as a standalone, however, readers new to the series may want to start with book one. Her uncanny ability to pick up the most subtle audio, olfactory, and tactile cues in the world around her made her a law-enforcement legend.
But her newest case finds her uncovering a deadly truth about the shadowy organization that has given her so much. Coming up dry, Eve seeks the help of Kendra Michaels. New Eve Duncan Trilogy. Kendra is stepping in and won't take no for an answer. This creative duo always delivers gripping suspense! Find out the Blink Of An Eye release date below, and do not forget to check out the upcoming 2022 book releases (along with the ultimate list of new 2021 books) to discover other new books coming out in 2022, 2023 New Book Releases and beyond. Blind for the first twenty years of her life, Kendra Michaels honed her other senses to almost superhuman perfection and unintentionally became a secret weapon for the FBI.
In this book, Dee feels the need to keep Jessie safe. Guaranteed to please fans of the series, Blink of an Eye reminds us why both Johansens have such a devoted following. As the body count rises, Kendra joins forces with private investigator Jessie Mercado and agent-for-hire Adam Lynch to put a stop to this plot as it grows ever closer to its terrifying conclusion. Now that her sight has been restored due to a remarkable procedure, Kendra has developed exceptional investigative skills. Author: Iris Johansen, Roy Johansen. She is Dr. Kendra Michaels and has acquired quite a reputation. Even her razor-sharp powers of observation - developed to an amazing capacity during the twenty years she spent blind, and now in constant demand by law enforcement agencies - have gotten her nowhere. New York Times bestselling authors Iris Johansen a…. Delilah Winter is one of the hottest pop stars on the planet, so how in the world was she kidnapped right in the middle of a show at the famous Hollywood Bowl? It is from Martin Stokes, a homicide detective. I found this book to be a promising start to a series that I did end up reading most of until the newest book has been recently released. Blind for over twenty years, having honed her other senses to near perfection, and now with her life restored due to an experimental procedure, she is invaluable to multiple law agencies as a consultant.
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Looking forward to other Blink Of An Eye upcoming books? By having Dee around shows the softer side of Jessie, who thinks of herself as Dee's older sister. Jessie is not in this one. Kendra has the unique ability to see things others cannot. The scenes with Adam and Kendra ooze sexual tension, making this thriller a titillating delight. " In the most recent case brought to Kendra's attention, a young woman has been killed just a few blocks away from Kendra's condo. EC: You also brought back Delilah (Dee) Winter? It was at this very school that some of the staff members have been murdered. Today we are really pleased to welcome New York Times bestselling author Roy Johansen to.