Clawback - (Ali Reynolds) by J A Jance (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

When Ali's parents lose their life savings to a Ponzi scheme, her father goes to confront his longtime friend and financial advisor, only to stumble upon the scene of a bloody double homicide. With her father suddenly a prime suspect, Ali and her husband work to clear his name and seek justice for her parents, as well as the rest of the scheme's suddenly impoverished victims. But if Ali's father is innocent, that can mean only one thing: one of the others is a stone cold killer.

Publishers Weekly promises "series fans will enjoy this highly personal case." Provocative and gripping, Clawback is further proof that no one writes suspenseful thrillers quite like J.A. Jance.

Review Quotes

"Entertaining. . . . Jance makes it interesting; she never forgets the human side." --San Jose Mercury News

"Equal parts financial thriller and first-rate mystery. A lesson in pace and plotting from a grand master of the genre." --Providence Journal

"A truly thrilling case with red herrings, characters coming out of the woodwork, back stories that will make you gasp, and a conclusion that you will not see coming!"-- "Suspense Magazine"

"Engaging . . . Ali charms the locals into giving valuable if inadvertent clues."-- "Publishers Weekly"

"Fast pacing, multiple plotlines, a fascinating look at online research, and sympathetic characters all provide appeal in Jance's suspenseful story."-- "Booklist"

"J.A. Jance is addictive because of moments that just rise up and make things so real you'll swear you are a part of the book. . . . Jance will charm you into reading everything by her you can find."-- "Statesman Journal (Salem, Oregon)"

"Jance adroitly combines well-rounded characterizations and brisk storytelling with high-tech exploits, arson, kidnappings, and a shootout for an entertaining and suspenseful addition to this solid series."-- "Booklist, on Moving Target"

"Lots of action, and the book is fast-paced and technology-savvy."-- "Tuscon Weekly, on Moving Target"

"Prolific Jance . . . [carries] readers swiftly to an unexpected conclusion."-- "Kirkus Reviews"

"Series fans will welcome the familiar supporting cast, including computer nerd Stuart Ramey and boyfriend B. Simpson."-- "Publishers Weekly"

"The story, on two continents, is complicated and interesting, but the best thing is the characters, rich and deep and believable."-- "San Jose Mercury News, on Moving Target"

Praise for Cold Betrayal:

"Well-drawn characters, brisk prose, and skillful plotting."-- "Booklist"

"An intriguing plot, colorful characters."-- "San Diego Union-Tribune"

"Characters so real you want to reach out and hug--or strangle--them. Her dialogue always rings true."-- "Cleveland Plain-Dealer"

"Compelling... Satisfying."-- "USA Today"

"Entertaining on all counts."-- "Booklist"

"Heart-stopping . . . Jance deftly brings the desert, people, and towns of southeastern Arizona to life."-- "Publishers Weekly"

"Jance delivers a devilish page-turner."-- "People"

"Jance starts her books fast . . . and keeps things moving with cinematic panache. . . . You want an accessible thriller? Jance is your gal . . . Engaging and entertaining."-- "Los Angeles Times"

"Ali's good heart and sense of justice combine with well-paced suspense to create a satisfying whole." -Kirkus Reviews

Praise for J.A Jance:

"Jance skillfully avoids the predictable. . . . Her crisp plotting, sharp characters and realistic dialogue carry Moving Target through its many surprising twists."-- "South Florida Sun Sentinel, on Moving Target"

"Incredible . . . This is a gem by a winning author. . . . Yet another terrific book by Jance that fans and readers will absolutely cheer about."-- "Suspense Magazine"

"Loyal fans and newcomers alike will be glad to join feisty Ali in her latest adventure."-- "Kirkus Reviews"

"The prolific Jance knows how to tell a story...fans won't be disappointed."-- "Publishers Weekly"

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