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A Killing Tide (Romantic Suspense, Thriller)

Name: A Killing Tide (Romantic Suspense, Thriller)
Author: P. J. Alderman
ISBN: 9780983843108

by P. J. Alderman

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Overview

New York Times, USA Today Bestseller Over 150,000 copies sold

Where there's smoke...

Kaz Jorgensen is used to fear--the anxiety of negotiating treacherous currents as she captains her family's fishing trawlers, the terrifying nightmares of the day she almost lost her life on the river. But now a friend is dead, an arsonist has set the Anna Marie ablaze, and her twin brother is missing, accused of arson and murder.

...there's fire

The new fire chief, Michael Chapman, is coping with personal loss that nearly destroyed him. Right after moving to town, he finds himself dealing with a secretive, insular fishing community that views him as an outsider. And after rumors circulate raising questions about his most recent arson case in his prior job, he can't afford to get involved with the sister of a suspect. But when someone takes a shot at her, he realizes that whatever happens, he can't allow another woman to die because of him.

What readers are saying:
"P. J. Alderman is the next Lisa Jackson"
"a fast-paced mystery and an excellent read"
"a small town romantic thriller set against the backdrop of the sea"
"...one could almost step off the pages and right into [Astoria, Oregon]...The powerful images offer readers a glimpse of life as a fisherman"

Synopsis

New York Times, USA Today Bestseller Where there's smoke... Kaz Jorgensen is used to fear--the anxiety of negotiating treacherous currents as she captains her family's fishing trawlers, the terrifying nightmares of the day she almost lost her life on the river. But now a friend is dead, an arsonist has set the Anna Marie ablaze, and her twin brother is missing, accused of arson and murder. ...there's fire The new fire chief, Michael Chapman, is coping with personal loss that nearly destroyed him. Right after moving to town, he finds himself dealing with a secretive, insular fishing community that views him as an outsider. And after rumors circulate raising questions about his most recent arson case in his prior job, he can't afford to get involved with the sister of a suspect. But when someone takes a shot at her, he realizes that whatever happens, he can't allow another woman to die because of him. What readers are saying: "P. J. Alderman is the next Lisa Jackson" "a fast-paced mystery and an excellent read" "a small town romantic thriller set against the backdrop of the sea" "...one could almost step off the pages and right into [Astoria, Oregon]...The powerful images offer readers a glimpse of life as a fisherman"

About the Author, P. J. Alderman

RITA nominee and award-winning author P.J. Alderman has lived in the Pacific Northwest for more than twenty-five years, where she pursues her life-long passions of writing and native gardening. A Killing Tide was originally published in mass paperback format in December, 2006, and was nominated for the RITA for Best First Book.
Alderman also writes the Port Chatham Mystery Series, published by Bantam Books, which blends the fascinating history of Pacific Northwest port towns with present-day supernatural sleuthery.

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Editorials

Amy Wolff Sorter

"Alderman introduces diverse characters, mixes them up with plots upon subplots, and sets it all against the backdrop of small-town Astoria, Oregon. Better still, she makes it work." --Five Stars, Amy Wolff Sorter

Amy Wolff Sorter

A phenomenal debut novel combining suspense and romance amid the backdrop of the sea. --Five Stars, Amy Wolff Sorter

Autumn Harrison

"...a heart-thumping, quick-paced novel that will keep you on your toes....an intricate plot, a complicated love story and strong characters..."

Autumn Harrison

Alderman's debut is a heart-thumping, quick-paced novel that will keep you on your toes. With an intricate plot, a complicated love story and strong characters, this book possesses the winning formula for this genre.

Debbie Wiley

"P.J. Alderman brings this sleepy town to vivid life. The powerful images portrayed in A KILLING TIDE offer readers a glimpse of life as a fisherman and creates a very real sense of respect for both their hardiness and courage." "Excellent" --Debbie Wiley

Debbie Wiley

A KILLING TIDE is a phenomenal romantic suspense! This reviewer is simply stunned with the realization that this is P J Alderman’s first published book as the writing style is so polished. P J Alderman is definitely a new talent on the rise! "Excellent" --Debbie Wiley

Harriet Klausner

A KILLING TIDE is a strong investigative romance that will bring kudos to new author P.J. Alderman.-------------- Five Stars, Harriet Klausner

Marilyn Rondeau

Alderman’s descriptions of the Pacific Northwest town of Astoria, Oregon and the hazards of navigating a boat over the Columbia bars to the open sea of the Pacific were skillfully crafted and absolutely riveting in intensity. Kaz was a remarkable heroine. Five Stars

Marilyn Rondeau

Sandra Wurman

"P.J. Alderman's ...characters are very real and kind of rough around the edges, which is what makes them so wonderful to get to know... Alderman... paints a wonderful picture of the lives and trials of the fishermen born into a life aboard the trawlers and have to circumnavigate treacherous waters."