The Last Echo - (Body Finder) by Kimberly Derting (Paperback)

About the Book

The third Body Finder book. Violet kept her morbid ability to sense dead bodies a secret. That is until forensic psychologist Sara Priest discovered Violet's talent and invited her to use her gift to track down murderers.

From the Back Cover

In the end, all that's left is an echo.

Violet Ambrose always thought of her ability to sense the dead as more of a burden than a gift. Now that she's working with a special investigative team, she hopes she can use it to help people. But her instant connection with her mysterious partner, Rafe, is both confusing and unsettling, and creates tension with her boyfriend, Jay. When she discovers the body of a college student murdered by "the collector," Violet refuses to give up on the case. What Violet doesn't realize is that the serial killer is looking to add to his collection, and she may have caught his eye. Will the life Violet has to save be her own?

Review Quotes

You'll be drawn in by the love story-and kept up all night by the suspense. - Claudia Gray, New York Times bestselling author of the Evernight series on The Body Finder
First-time novelist Derting has written a suspenseful mystery and sensual love story that will captivate readers who enjoy authentic high-school settings, snappy dialogue, sweet romance, and heart-stopping drama. A real page-turner, this will have readers checking behind themselves and refusing to go anywhere alone. - Booklist on The Body Finder
In her debut work, Derting manages to pack a haunting mystery full of plenty of red herrings and creepy encounters, seamlessly interweaving the classic whodunit story with a steamy romance with a drop-dead gorgeous knight in shining armor...Fans of Lisa McMann's Wake will find this delectable blend of mystery and romance just to their liking. - Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books on The Body Finder
Imaginative, convincing and successful suspense - Kirkus on Desires of the Dead
Interweaving suspense, steamy romance, supernatural elements, and themes of jealousy, anger, and other deadly sins, this fast-paced, compelling read features a multifaceted protagonist and intriguing supporting characters. Wholly absorbing, this will leave readers hoping for future titles about talented Violet. - Booklist about Desires of the Dead
"[T]his absorbing suspense tale ... stands out in the sea of supernatural fiction." - Kirkus Reviews
"In spite of providing a tough, likable heroine and a sweet, romantic element, Derting unflinchingly explores the twisted minds of sadistic killers. It's a combination that keeps her readers clamoring for more." - Booklist Online
As always, this author writes a gripping tale...this intriguing series continues to provide great entertainment for suspense fans. - Kirkus Reviews