Blood Game - by Iris Johansen (Paperback)

About the Book

Eve Duncan returns in this thriller that pits her against the most evil mind she has ever encountered--a ruthless killer who taunts her with his every move and who has a special affinity for blood. Martin's Press.

Book Synopsis

In New York Times-bestselling author Johansen's latest work, Eve Duncan returns in this thriller that pits her against the most evil mind she has ever encountered--a ruthless killer who taunts her with his every move and who has a special affinity for blood.

From the Back Cover

Eve Duncan is closer than ever to discovering the truth about her missing daughter in
"BLOOD GAME," ""the latest page-turning adrenaline ride from #1 blockbuster bestselling author
Iris Johansen

"To whet a killer's appetite"

When a Georgia senator's daughter is found dead and drained of blood, Eve enters the world of a twisted psychopath--a man whose name appears on Eve's shortlist of killers connected to her own missing daughter, Bonnie.

"she will enter into a web of danger"

Then Eve receives a terrifying trophy--and the games have begun. Soon she must enlist the help of those she loves and trusts the most--Joe Quinn and Jane MacGuire--even if it means putting them in the path of someone whose thirst for blood is only growing stronger.

"from which there may be no escape..."

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"Eve believes this psychotic mind holds the answers to the questions that have tormented her for years. But like a spider hunting its prey, he is waiting for the perfect moment to strike--when Eve least expects it. And when she has the most to lose..."Johansen keeps readers on the edge of their seats."--"Booklist"

Review Quotes

"You'll want to keep the lights on while reading!"--"Romantic Times BOOKreviews" on "Blood Game"""

"Johansen is becoming a master of the macabre and paranormal thriller, and her latest riveting Eve Duncan tale has it all, from ghosts and secret cults to supernatural avengers." "--Booklist "on "Blood Game"

"Readers won't soon forget either the enigmatic hero or the monstrous villain. This one's chilling to the bone!"--"Romantic Times BOOKreviews "on "Deadlock"

"Johansen's knack for delivering robust action and commanding characters kicks into high gear."--"Booklist "on "Dark Summer"

"Action-packed, adrenaline-fueled...will keep [you] eagerly turning the pages."--"Publishers Weekly "on "Quicksand"

"Keeping the tension high and the pace relentless, prolific and compelling Johansen adds depth to her popular characters as she continues this suspenseful series."--"Booklist "on "Quicksand"

"Bestselling author Johansen captivates readers with her latest suspense thriller...the suspense escalates toward an explosive conclusion."--"Library Journal" on "Pandora's Daughter"

"An exhilarating thriller...suspense that will keep readers on the edge of their seats."--"Booklist "on "Pandora's Daughter"

"A fast-paced, non-stop, clever plot in which Johansen mixes political intrigue, murder, and suspense."--"USA"" Today" on "The Face of Deception"
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"thrill ride...Action, romance, castles, bomb plots and booby-trapped hideaway in snowbound Idaho--what more could Johansen fans want?"--"Publishers Weekly "on "Countdown"

"Intriguing suspense...her new tale will please both fans and new converts."--"Booklist" on "Blind Alley"

"Thoroughly gripping and with a number of shocking plot twists...packed all the right elements into this latest work: intriguing characters; creepy, crazy villain; a variety of exotic locations."
--"New York"" Post" on "The Search"

“You’ll want to keep the lights on while reading!”—"Romantic Times BOOKreviews" on "Blood Game"""

“Johansen is becoming a master of the macabre and paranormal thriller, and her latest riveting Eve Duncan tale has it all, from ghosts and secret cults to supernatural avengers.” "—Booklist "on "Blood Game"

“Readers won’t soon forget either the enigmatic hero or the monstrous villain. This one’s chilling to the bone!”—"Romantic Times BOOKreviews "on "Deadlock"

“Johansen’s knack for delivering robust action and commanding characters kicks into high gear.”—"Booklist "on "Dark Summer"

“Action-packed, adrenaline-fueled…will keep [you] eagerly turning the pages.”—"Publishers Weekly "on "Quicksand"

“Keeping the tension high and the pace relentless, prolific and compelling Johansen adds depth to her popular characters as she continues this suspenseful se

About the Author

Iris Johansen is the "New York Times" bestselling author of "Chasing the Night, Eve," and "Eight Days to Live," among others. She began writing after her children left home for college, and first achieved success in the early 1980s writing category romances. In 1991, she began writing suspense historical romance novels, and in 1996 she turned to crime fiction, with which she has had great success. She lives near Atlanta, Georgia.