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The Devil You Know #1
The Devil Makes Three
Can a woman fall for a man with Multiple Personality Disorder and still call herself a one-man woman? This question plagues Gretchen Tanner as she finds her life inundated with a man who all at once is an assassin, aiding and abetting her in revenge; an FBI officer, trying to nail her for her crimes; and a criminology professor, trying to teach her the basics of the topic. To make matters worse, one of the personalities has discovered her darkest secret (other than homicide). He knows she’s robbing graves in the family cemetery, and he’ll stop at nothing to get what he wants in exchange for his silence. Gretchen’s once independent life has been shattered by the arrival of her unorthodox suitor. And the most pressing problem? She’s not sure she can say no to any of them.
264 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 22, 2011
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December 17, 2011
I received The Devil Makes Three free through a Goodreads First Reads giveaway in return for an honest review of the book.
This book is a real page turner—very hard to put down. I always wanted to know the next thing that was going to happen and before I knew it I was done! Now I want to read the next one--What an entertaining read! Gretchen works at her family’s funeral home as the night security guard, which really means, for her, digging up the fresh graves and stealing the valuables, usually jewelry, and selling them on internet auctions. Then she meets a man, or is that twins, or maybe triplets: Corbin, Cohen, and Collin. Then again, those three men could be one man with multiple personality disorder. Who can tell?? Gretchen becomes a delivery girl for the shadier of the three, Corbin, and it leads her into many adventures. The second (man or personality??), Cohen, an FBI Agent suspects her of murder. Collin, the third, is a college professor and he just happens to have Gretchen in one of his classes. The book is an absolutely fun frolic through Gretchen’s life, both legal and possibly illegal, but always engaging. I recommend it to those who like a mystery with some romance and humor thrown in.
This book is a real page turner—very hard to put down. I always wanted to know the next thing that was going to happen and before I knew it I was done! Now I want to read the next one--What an entertaining read! Gretchen works at her family’s funeral home as the night security guard, which really means, for her, digging up the fresh graves and stealing the valuables, usually jewelry, and selling them on internet auctions. Then she meets a man, or is that twins, or maybe triplets: Corbin, Cohen, and Collin. Then again, those three men could be one man with multiple personality disorder. Who can tell?? Gretchen becomes a delivery girl for the shadier of the three, Corbin, and it leads her into many adventures. The second (man or personality??), Cohen, an FBI Agent suspects her of murder. Collin, the third, is a college professor and he just happens to have Gretchen in one of his classes. The book is an absolutely fun frolic through Gretchen’s life, both legal and possibly illegal, but always engaging. I recommend it to those who like a mystery with some romance and humor thrown in.
November 10, 2011
This was a fun read and I give it 4 and 1/2 stars. First you have three men, Corbin, Collin and Cohen, or is it one psychotic man who has a personality disorder? Mix this with a kleptomaniac grave digger, Gretchen, who the main story is about and you have pure delight in a book. I loved Gretchen beginning with the first chapter; she’s my kind of woman. Mix her with the three “C’s” and just enjoy the game.
I tend to enjoy mystery/romance with a little sex thrown in and wasn’t sure if Gretchen actually had sex with one of her men (man) and for me this lost a half star, but if you like your mystery with frustrating want/need minus the sex you will be elated.
The story opens with one of the “C’s” and Gretchen fighting over who gets to kill the bad guy. As the story unfolds you get a glimpse of why the bad guy needs/needed to die (I’m trying not to give too much away here). Gretchen’s parents own a mortuary and she is a small part of the family business, but has college on her mind, along with sorting out the three men that have recently barreled into her life.
This book is fast paced and extraordinarily worth the price. Sit back and enjoy!
I tend to enjoy mystery/romance with a little sex thrown in and wasn’t sure if Gretchen actually had sex with one of her men (man) and for me this lost a half star, but if you like your mystery with frustrating want/need minus the sex you will be elated.
The story opens with one of the “C’s” and Gretchen fighting over who gets to kill the bad guy. As the story unfolds you get a glimpse of why the bad guy needs/needed to die (I’m trying not to give too much away here). Gretchen’s parents own a mortuary and she is a small part of the family business, but has college on her mind, along with sorting out the three men that have recently barreled into her life.
This book is fast paced and extraordinarily worth the price. Sit back and enjoy!
March 5, 2012
Gretchen works for her family business, a funeral home. Not having any interest in any of the occupations that a funeral home offers, she works night shift security. To supplement her income she relieves the recently buried of their valuables...and great shoes.
When the murderer of her twin sister is released from prison, Gretchen is set on revenge. During her mission of removing evil she is interrupted by a striking individual that is not above breaking the law. He then appears as an investigating FBI officer and then shows up as a third personality as her criminolgy professor at college.
Is Gretchen juggling three yummy men or just one man with a personality complex?
Overlooking some minor editing errors, I quickly lost myself in Gretchen's tale. Once scrambling to the end, I found myself downloading the second book of the triolgy.
This was a free book offering on Amazon for Kindle now available at 2.99
Lending and Speech are enabled.
When the murderer of her twin sister is released from prison, Gretchen is set on revenge. During her mission of removing evil she is interrupted by a striking individual that is not above breaking the law. He then appears as an investigating FBI officer and then shows up as a third personality as her criminolgy professor at college.
Is Gretchen juggling three yummy men or just one man with a personality complex?
Overlooking some minor editing errors, I quickly lost myself in Gretchen's tale. Once scrambling to the end, I found myself downloading the second book of the triolgy.
This was a free book offering on Amazon for Kindle now available at 2.99
Lending and Speech are enabled.
December 7, 2011
The Devil Makes Three is a fun romp through the life of Gretchen Tanner, revenge murderer and grave robber extraordinaire. When Gretchen confronts her twin sister's murderer to exact a proper punishment, she is surprised to find assistance in the form of a hot, sexy man who is no doubt, Pure Evil. However, when he shows up again in her life as an FBI agent, and then again as her Criminology professor, Gretchen makes the only asumption she can - the dude has a split personality! Her attraction to all three creates a juggling act that takes this former semi-recluse and turns her life upside down.
If you like Stephanie Plum, you will definitely enjoy Gretchen!
Thank you Good Reads and Julie Mangan for hosting this contest and for sending this book to me. I'm off to find the next two books in the series!
If you like Stephanie Plum, you will definitely enjoy Gretchen!
Thank you Good Reads and Julie Mangan for hosting this contest and for sending this book to me. I'm off to find the next two books in the series!
January 11, 2012
I won this as a first reads off goodreads and really enjoyed this book. Gretchen is an awesome character. She goes to school and works at the family funeral home at night. She makes extra money doing some strange and shocking things that at times are hilarious. She is also a woman after revenge. She soon meets three guys she really likes. The problem is she thinks they are the same guy with split personality. You keep guessing the whole book is there one guy or three. You need to read it to find out. I would definitely recommend this book.
January 3, 2014
Wow, this book was...intense? I mean, it was a lot to keep up with who was what, where, and when but phew, I made it. It wasn't a book that made you struggle because the content sucked; in fact, it was a book that was so mind-blogging, that you may struggle to follow it simply because there are so many "C"-named men involved and it's just...wow. I'm actually looking forward to getting my hands on the next books in this series to find out how it plays out and what happens exactly. It's a very twisty-turny-mindy-book, if you will. :)
December 17, 2011
I really enjoyed this book. It was definatley unique. The main character, Gretchen, has some serious issues. However, so do the three men she has feelings for. Or is it one man with mulitple personalites? This was an incredible story that completley sucks you in. I suggest this book to everyone who enjoys psychological/romance/thrillers.
April 13, 2012
I recieved this book as a free Goodreads giveaway.
This is a wonderful book. Once I started it I couldn't put it down! The story grabs you from the beginning and keeps you guessing whats coming next. The storyline was great as it wasn't an already overused idea. Characters were believable and fun to read. Fresh and unique. I can't wait to get the next one and continue with these characters!
This is a wonderful book. Once I started it I couldn't put it down! The story grabs you from the beginning and keeps you guessing whats coming next. The storyline was great as it wasn't an already overused idea. Characters were believable and fun to read. Fresh and unique. I can't wait to get the next one and continue with these characters!
August 21, 2012
Loved, Loved, Loved this book! I had to start reading the next book as soon as I finished this one. It it amazing, and funny, could not put it down. A must read!If you only read one book, this would be it, because the author has you grabbing for the next one, and then you will read three books instead of one :)
June 3, 2016
Triplets
One FBI, one a college professor and one...deliciously bad. Our FH has her flaws. She killed the man who killed her eight year old twin, she robs graves, and is flirting with one of her college professors. She grows on you but is rather passive. The men are the draw. On to book two
One FBI, one a college professor and one...deliciously bad. Our FH has her flaws. She killed the man who killed her eight year old twin, she robs graves, and is flirting with one of her college professors. She grows on you but is rather passive. The men are the draw. On to book two
November 8, 2011
While Gretchen's frustration in trying to figure out just what is going on with the men in her life is easily felt by the reader so is empathy for her situation. The story moves along quickly and is fun for the reader to try, along with G, to figure out just what is developing. Fun story.
November 27, 2011
This book started out great, with a mystery-noir style that jumped right off the page from the very first chapter. I was enthralled with the fun pace and twists to begin with but about halfway through, the characters went flat and annoying and I found it a bit hard to finish.
February 22, 2012
I won this book through a Goodreads giveaway. I loved this book. It was a fun read with lots of sexual tension. Gretchen's attitude and sarcasm reminded me a bit of Izzy of The Spellman Files. Definitely going to recommend it and have already loaned it out.
May 1, 2012
Was an interesting story. The main character and her love interest meet while shooting at the same guy. Then she spends the rest of the book thinking her boyfriend has a split personality.Felt it ended abruptly.
May 12, 2014
Fast and fun!
Although there are some editing issues, this book has a fun premise and some great twists and turns. Recommended for anyone who want a fun little get away from reality.
Although there are some editing issues, this book has a fun premise and some great twists and turns. Recommended for anyone who want a fun little get away from reality.
June 27, 2011
Fun book. Good humour and snappy writing. Characters are a lot of fun. Recommended read.
July 15, 2011
love this book. it's a great read. it has a perfect balance of humor, mystery, and romance. can't wait to read the next.
November 19, 2011
Awesome. Loved the triplets.
March 11, 2012
The writing style is very much like Janet Evanovich's Stephanie Plum books. A fun read. There are two sequels (so far), The Devil May Care and The Devil's Due.
February 28, 2012
Started off slow for me, but quickly picked up. Now I'm dying to know what happens next.
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April 4, 2013
Mind Blowing plot Excellent! :)
July 15, 2016
fun, kept me guessing if it was twins or triplets
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August 9, 2016DNFed at just past 50%. Not my bag, baby.
July 9, 2011
LOVED it!
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