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Those Empty Eyes: A Chilling Novel of Suspense with a Shocking Twist
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“Draws readers in from the first heart-stopping pages and doesn’t let go until the end.” – Mary Kubica, New York Times bestselling author of Local Woman Missing
The bestselling author of Twenty Years Later and master of modern suspense is back with a brilliantly twisting, skillfully plotted thriller perfect for fans of Jeneva Rose and Colleen Hoover’s Verity.
Alex Armstrong has changed everything about herself—her name, her appearance, her backstory. She’s no longer the terrified teenager a rapt audience saw on television, emerging in handcuffs from the quiet suburban home the night her family was massacred. That girl, Alexandra Quinlan, nicknamed Empty Eyes by the media, was accused of the killings, fought to clear her name, and later took the stand during her highly publicized defamation lawsuit that captured the attention of the nation.
It’s been ten years since, and Alex hasn’t stopped searching for answers about the night her family was killed, even as she continues to hide her real identity from true crime fanatics and grasping reporters still desperate to locate her. As a legal investigator, she works tirelessly to secure justice for others, too. People like Matthew Claymore, who’s under suspicion in the disappearance of his girlfriend, a student journalist named Laura McAllister.
Laura was about to break a major story about rape and cover-ups on her college campus. Alex believes Matthew is innocent, and unearths stunning revelations about the university’s faculty, fraternity members, and powerful parents willing to do anything to protect their children.
Most shocking of all—as Alex digs into Laura’s disappearance, she realizes there are unexpected connections to the murder of her own family. For as different as the crimes may seem, they each hinge on one sinister truth: no one is quite who they seem to be . . .
“Engrossing…not to be missed.” –Publishers Weekly STARRED REVIEW
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Those Empty Eyes: A Chilling Novel of Suspense with a Shocking Twist
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Original price was: $17.95.$16.01Current price is: $16.01.
Diana D –
This was a very good thriller, with lots of intricate and intriguing plotting and mostly well developed characters. I enjoyed trying to figure out the ins and outs of the mystery along with Alex, and the way all that developed kept my interest. While the very last chapter was a jaw-dropping twist, it left me confused because, given the clues revealed a couple of prior chapters that led Alex to solve the case of her family’s murder, that final revelation didn’t make full sense, as that should also have been part of the information Alex found out. It was still an overall good thriller, but that ending left a big unresolved question.
LP –
The twist ending was perfect. Exciting to the end. I would recommend this book. Well written and I can’t wait to read more of her stories,
Terry in Maine –
Some times the characters got a little confusing but the story was well written. When I occasionally got lost in in the details, it didn’t take long to pull me back into the story. I like how the story ended. Finished up nicely but left room for a sequel.
Charisma T. –
This book was intense from the very start, which kept me wanting more! It is well written and will keep you wanting more! The ending of the book so look good. Now I want more from this author. This is as for sure MUST READ if you like crime/thriller type books. This one will not disappoint!
Adriana Silva Araujo Ferreira –
A trama do livro prende o leitor do início ao fim.
Sunshine –
I couldn’t go on reading. Swiss people speaking German and English with a Swiss accent called Laverne Parker and Drew Estes, honestly? A trainee at a Swiss bank that doesn’t know that you can’t get half a million in cash in only 24h, especially if that money is still in a bank in USA, honestly?
Lagoon –
Alexandra Quinlan lost everything the night her family were slaughtered. Years down the line, Alex is still searching for answers and not just for herself. With a narrative that simply does not release its hold for a split second, this is crime fiction to salivate over. The story adds layers as it goes and you are comfortable in the knowledge that every new strand you come across plays its part in the bigger picture. How they do so though, well, that’s the prize awaiting you.
With likeable and tangible characters thrown into a storyline most authors could only dream of, this tale thrills, shocks but never fails to entertain. Absolutely top drawer and if this isn’t my book of the year to date, it’s certainly in the top one.
Misery –
A slow beginning and middle, but worth the ending. I didnt think I would enjoy, but it picked up pace just as I had doubts. Good ending
新しもの好き –
平和に暮らしていたクインラン一家の夜中に突然暴漢が乱入して両親と弟を射殺し、１７歳の娘アレキサンドラ（アレックス）だけが辛うじて隠れて生き延びた。彼女は１０年のちに立派に成長して大手事務所の捜査員として活き活きと活躍している。話は新しい事件を追うアレックスの仕事ぶりを丹念に追い、１０年前の犯人捜しは何処にいったの？ と心配するうちに７５％のところで腕利きが現れて事件の本筋に戻る、という始まりと終わりが緊迫した舞台で読み手も満足、中ほどは大人になったアレックスの姿を丁寧にみせてくれたのかなあ・・的を絞り切れないもどかしさが残った。
Ruth Lynn –
Really enjoyed this book! Charlie Donlea is a new author (for me). I’m an avid reader, but, somehow, I had never read any of his books. After reading this one, I’ve already order 2 of his books and am really looking forward to reading them. Fast-paced, keeping me wanting to read way past my bedtime!! I read this 404 page book in 3 days!! Loved it!!
Adele S. –
The best thing about this is the way it puts everything out in these short, article like pieces. Those pieces are quick and easy to read through, so it really feels like you’re tearing through the story.
Except you aren’t.
That’s the worst thing about this. It’s longer than it needs to be. Twists and reveals are interesting, but too slow in occurring. Information gets repeated a few times like we’ve likely forgotten it and some of it was easily overlooked, but I tried to read this as quickly as I could so those details hadn’t escaped me. Staying more focused on the central story rather than building up all the sidestories would have eliminated the need to repeat and retread elements of the story.
The mid aspects of the story are its intent. It does well as commentary for and against the true crime community and obsessive nature of media for stories like this. The glorification, villainization and tokenization of victims based on the seeming whims of certain opinions or trends is fascinating to study, but not really the focus of this story. I think, for that reason, it’s actually a pretty neutral story and wants to just show both sides without firmly aligning with or against true crime enthusiasts. Rather it wants all attention on the idea of justice with or without the courts. The clearer commentary is on how some are able to skirt justice through wealth, power and/or influence. I liked how the book handled that. A little vigilante action is always somewhat cathartic, but the buildup was longer and more involved than necessary. Arguments can be made for and against all the elements that were woven in. All the pieces did have a place and it all fit into the picture that the author wanted to present, but the puzzle would have been just as effective with 500 pieces as 1000.
LShomepro –
So many different story lines kept coming while tried to figure out who was who and how it would all come together. Even a storyline based on recent news. All the pain, revenge, and Alex non ending struggle to find out who killed her family and the caring of Garrett and Donna trying to protect an innocent child from the media and help her find her way. The twists, I was at h the edge of the truth but backed off a couple of times, but was off on the second partner from childhood. Great read with some solid information along the way. Loved it!
Cheryl Kindle –
I bought this book for an easy weekend read and it fit the bill perfectly! It kept me interested until the end.