If you havent read anything by this author yet, you are in for a delightful surprise. Her twentytwo years of experience on the force lend authenticity to her stories. The final volume of cantore s cold case justice trilogy after drawing fire and burning proof wraps the series with a gripping thriller that brings readers into the mind of a police officer involved in a fatal shooting case. With a possible serial killer stalking elderly women in long beach, california, abbys best lead is luke murphy, an irritating private investigator who saw a suspect flee the scene of the latest. Browse author series lists, sequels, pseudonyms, synopses, book covers, ratings and awards.
Cantore offers truetolife stories that are relevant to todays news. First in the cold case justice series, this four hundred and sixteen page paperback targets those that enjoy christian suspense with romance. It continues the saga of detective abby hart and private investigator luke murphy, who have been investigating the deaths of her parents and his uncle during the first two books in the series. That excitement, however, was soon tempered when none of the cases featured in catching heat managed to hold my attention. Cold case justice series janice cantore author 2016 drawing fire cold case justice series book 1 janice cantore author 2015 cold aim the line of duty series book 3 janice cantore author 2019 accused pacific coast justice series book 1 janice cantore author 2012 cold aim. Crisis shot is the first book in the line of duty series of books. My first time reading anything by this author, i discovered a book filled with suspense. See the complete cold case justice series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles. Order of janice cantore books janice cantore is an american writer out of southern california. She had a lifelong love of writing, but chose to go the career path first as she didnt think she had much to say.
The plotline was well written and filled with mystery, suspense, and a battle between good and evil. Could she shelter a witness in a highprofile human trafficking case. But author cantore did not let me down and luke murphy and abby hart along with woody were back as a team. I love series books because the author can really develop the characters and story lines over the. If you like janice cantore books, youll love lynette eason. Having worked for 22 years as a police officer in long beach, california, she offers some interesting perspectives on crime and investigations. Catching heat is the third and final book in janice cantores cold case justice series. I get a lot of ideas from current events and from true crime programs like cold case files and forensic files. In my cold case justice series drawing fire, burning proof, and catching.
Cold case justice series in order janice cantore fictiondb. Because the author does a great job of filling in the back story, this is easily a stand alone read. In catching heat, detective abby hart is frustrated because she has finally found a vital piece of her puzzle, a clue to who murdered her parents and burnt. Despite the ongoing case that wont reach a resolution until book three, im not sure ill read the final installment of the cold case justice series. Real life is a treasure trove of ideas for fictional crimes.
The complete series list for cold case justice janice cantore. The lack of a cogent plot and interesting characters make this a story that i cannot recommend. The book was an excellent and well developed novel that kept me captivated until the wee hours of the night. Detective abby hart and luke murphy, a local private investigator, are very likeable and i connected with them immediately. Drawing fire cold case justice, book 1 by janice cantore. When she meets luke murphy, and learns of his connection to the case, it seems as though they are on track to reveal the truth. Drawing fire by janice cantore is the first in the cold case justice series, and most definitely earns its suspense genre tag. Although i did not read the first two books drawing fire and burning proof, i was able to pick up on the storyline between abby hart and luke murphy. A retired long beach california police officer of 22 years 16 in uniform and 6 as a noncareer officer, janice cantore worked a variety of assignments, patrol, administration, juvenile investigations and training. Homicide detective abby hart is good at what she does. A former police officer of twentytwo years, she has worked a variety of assignments, including patrol, administration, juvenile investigations. Sep 10, 2016 if you are like me, you find intriguing books that have begun books ago.
The cold case justice collection cold case justice by janice. Janice also authored the cold case justice seriesdrawing fire, burning proof, and catching heatthe pacific coast justice seriesaccused, abducted, and avengedand the brinna caruso novels, critical pursuit and visible threat. Janice cantore writes police suspense fiction based on her years as a police officer. Cantore offers truetolife stories that are relevant to. Janice cantore is a retired long beach police officer who now writes suspense novels to keep readers engrossed and leave them inspired. Catching heat is the third and final book in janice cantore s cold case justice series. Crisis shot is the first title in her latest series. Abby is sent to the near by home town of alyssa rollins the governors wife to work on a cold case of a murdered college student. Police chief tess orourkes small town is still reeling from a devastating.
This collection bundles all three of janice cantore s cold case justice suspense novels into one ebook for a great value. In my cold case justice series drawing fire, burning proof, and catching heat, i drew not only from true crime. Avenged is the third installment in the pacific coast justice series. In the second book in cantore s cold case justice series. Drawing fire cold case justice series by janice cantore. Cantore introduces a new character in an attempt to infuse conflict into the lukeabby relationship, but she only succeeds in making luke now appear as inconsistent and undecided as abby. This is the order of janice cantore books in both chronological order and publication order. A few years ago, she retired to a house in the mountains of southern california, where janice writes suspense novels designed to keep readers engrossed and. Drawing fire by janice cantore britt reads fiction. Abby is sent to san luis obispo to work the cold case of a murdered college student. Detective abby hart and pi luke murphy continue their partnership and budding personal relationship as they work the cold case of a murdered college student in san luis. Drawing fire cold case justice by janice cantore librarything. Thats why she cant let go of the unsolved crime that took her parents life when she was just a child. Catching heat by janice cantore faithfully bookish.
Catching heat cold case justice cantore, janice on. Praise for janice cantore the final volume of cantores cold case justice trilogy wraps the series with a gripping thriller that brings readers into the mind of a police officer involved in a fatal shooting case. Especially when the monster has never paid for his crime, abby considers in janice cantores novel, drawing fire. Drawing fire cold case justice, book 1 by janice cantore book cover, description, publication history. Drawing fire by janice cantore cold case justice book 1 one case from her past defines homicide detective abby hart. Burning proof cold case justice cantore, janice on. Romantic times on burning proof this is the start of a smart new series. Janice cantore has used her years of experience as a police officer to her advantage, crafting a readeverypage carefully suspense. The cold case justice collection by janice cantore. Drawing fire is book one in cold case justice series by janice cantore. Accused by janice cantore is the first book in her new pacific coast justice series. The lack of a cogent plot and interesting characters make this a story that i cannot. The cold case justice book series by janice cantore includes books drawing fire, burning proof, and catching heat. Abby hart, a homicide detective is the chief protagonist in the cold case justice series of novels.
But author cantore did not let me down and luke murphy and abby hart along with woody were back as a. The cold case justice series begins with the novel, drawing fire where we are introduced to three main characters. Abby, luke and woody are back to hopefully find justice. Janice writes suspense novels designed to keep readers engrossed and leave them inspired. Drawing fire 2015 burning proof 2016 catching heat 2016.
Sep 23, 2016 catching heat, by janice cantore, is the third book in the cold case justice series. Praise for janice cantore the final volume of cantore s cold case justice trilogy wraps the series with a gripping thriller that brings readers into the mind of a police officer involved in a fatal shooting case. Jul 09, 2019 crisis shot is the first title in her latest series. Drawing fire is the explosive first mystery in the cold case justice series. Catching heat, by janice cantore, third in the cold case justice series, is a spectacular finish to a great series.
May 21, 2015 drawing fire by janice cantore is the first in the cold case justice series, and most definitely earns its suspense genre tag. Catching heat wraps up the cold case justice series by janice cantore and what a wild ride it was. But when the arrest goes terribly wrong, abby begins to doubt her future as a police officer. Janice also authored the cold case justice seriesdrawing fire, burning proof, and catching heatthe pacific coast justice seriesaccused, abducted, and. Initially reluctant to put the townspeople of rogues hollow at risk, tess is swayed after she sees pastor oliver macphersons genuine conviction to rescue those in need, a trait in him shes coming. Having been a huge fan of the tv show cold case, i was initially excited to read this novel. Homicide detective abby helps people find answers and closure after their loved ones are killed. Burning proof 2 by janice cantore 2016, paperback at the best online prices at ebay.
If you are like me, you find intriguing books that have begun books ago. I always look forward to janice cantore s novels, and this exceeded my anticipation. Janice cantore is an american novelist popular for her series of action and suspense novels. I love how the author put her own law enforcement background in the making of this book. It continues the saga of detective abby hart and private investigator luke murphy, who have been investigating the deaths of her parents and his uncle during the first two books in the. Detective abby hart is looking to put the mastermind behind bars who murdered her parents twenty seven years ago. Catching heat is the third book in the cold case justice series. Cold case justice series, volumes by janice cantore. Cold aim police chief tess orourkes small town is still reeling from a devastating fire when the fbi asks for help. Sep 24, 2016 catching heat wraps up the cold case justice series by janice cantore and what a wild ride it was. Still, abby struggles as she waits for god to provide justice and learns to respect that his timeframe is not her own.
Buy a cheap copy of catching heat book by janice cantore. Drawing fire by janice cantore posted on july 30, 2015 by brittany drawing fire, the first book in the cold case justice series, is the first book that i have read by janice cantore and it will definitely not be the last. Cold case justice 2 after months of investigating the brutal homicide of a young girl, detective abby hart finally has the evidence she needs. Catching heat, by janice cantore, is the third book in the cold case justice series. Catching heat cold case justice by janice cantore book 3 of 3 in the cold case justice series. Catching heat is the third book by janice cantore in the cold case justice series. In the second book in cantores cold case justice series. Janice cantore writes suspense novels that are designed to keep fans engrossed and leave them inspired. The book introduces us to tess orourke who has always dreamed of becoming the first female chief of police in long beach. If you enjoy police dramas with a bit of romance, drawing fire by janice cantore is an excellent pick for your tbr. I always look forward to janice cantores novels, and this exceeded my anticipation. A former long beach, california, police officer of twentytwo years, janice cantore worked a variety of assignments, including patrol, administration, juvenile investigations, and training.
An engaging story of forgiveness, drawing fire opens janice cantore s new cold case justice series. With a possible serial killer stalking elderly women in long beach, california, abbys best lead is luke murphy, an irritating private. I really enjoyed this book but i felt lost somewhat since i havent read the previous books to this series. One case from her past defines homicide detective more. This third book of cantores burning proof cold case justice series will stand alone just fine, but readers will benefit from reading the backstory in the first two books. With a possible serial killer stalking elderly women in long beach, california, abbys best lead is luke murphy, an irritating private investigator who saw a suspect flee the scene of the latest homicide. A book in the cold case justice series an omnibus of novels by janice cantore. List verified daily and newest books added immediately.
Abby finds an unlikely ally in luke murphy, the irritating yet handsome private investigator who has his own reason for wanting the cold case revisited. Another good book in the series is called lethal target. Drawing fire, the first book in the cold case justice series, is the first book that i have read by janice cantore and it will definitely not be the last. After the second book i was not sure i liked how some of the story threads were shaping up. Catching heat 3 by janice cantore 2016, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. Cold case justice series by janice cantore goodreads. Janice cantore official website of author janice cantore. Janice also authored the cold case justice series drawing fire, burning proof, and catching heat the pacific coast justice series accused, abducted, and avenged and the brinna caruso. Unfortunately abby has never gotten answers or closure on a 25 year old cold case involving the murders of her parents.
It is the last book in the cold case justice series and it is the explosive conclusion to detective abby harts search for justice for her murdered parents. Especially when the monster has never paid for his crime, abby considers in janice cantore s novel, drawing fire. Janice cantore audio books, best sellers, author bio. The characters were very wellwritten and their interactions with other characters in the book felt realistic. Janice seamlessly wove the storyline of the triple seven fire into this book so i did. One is detective abby hart who lost her parents in a fire that destroyed their restaurant. As soon as i started reading this book i didnt want it to end. This collection bundles all three of janice cantores cold case justice.
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