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Lucy Kendall #2
See Them Run
Who wants Lucy Kendall dead?
After savvy undercover work leads her to an underground sex trafficking ring, Lucy is hell bent on bringing the operation down. But when her best lead is found dead, Lucy becomes the prime suspect in a murder she didn’t commit—and finds herself on the run.
As she races against the clock to find the real killer, Lucy struggles to control the growing darkness within her. Is a monster from the past Lucy’s worst enemy, or will the blossoming evil in her own heart be her ultimate destruction?
After savvy undercover work leads her to an underground sex trafficking ring, Lucy is hell bent on bringing the operation down. But when her best lead is found dead, Lucy becomes the prime suspect in a murder she didn’t commit—and finds herself on the run.
As she races against the clock to find the real killer, Lucy struggles to control the growing darkness within her. Is a monster from the past Lucy’s worst enemy, or will the blossoming evil in her own heart be her ultimate destruction?
300 pages, ebook
First published December 19, 2014
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Stacy Green
39 books1,165 followersStacy Green is the author of the Lucy Kendall thriller series and the Delta Crossroads mystery trilogy. ALL GOOD DEEDS (Lucy Kendall #1) won a bronze medal for mystery and thriller at the 2015 IPPY Awards. TIN GOD (Delta Crossroads #1) was runner-up for best mystery/thriller at the 2013 Kindle Book Awards.
Stacy has a love of thrillers and crime fiction, and she is always looking for the next dark and twisted novel to enjoy. She started her career in journalism before becoming a stay at home mother and rediscovering her love of writing. She lives in Iowa with her husband and daughter and their three spoiled fur babies.
She is currently working on a new crime fiction series and is represented by Italia Gandolfo of Gandolfo, Helin and Fountain Literary Management for literary and dramatic rights.
Website: stacygreenauthor.com
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Stacy has a love of thrillers and crime fiction, and she is always looking for the next dark and twisted novel to enjoy. She started her career in journalism before becoming a stay at home mother and rediscovering her love of writing. She lives in Iowa with her husband and daughter and their three spoiled fur babies.
She is currently working on a new crime fiction series and is represented by Italia Gandolfo of Gandolfo, Helin and Fountain Literary Management for literary and dramatic rights.
Website: stacygreenauthor.com
Facebook www.Facebook.com/StacyGreenAuthor
Twitter: @StacyGreen26
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January 30, 2023
Former Social Worker and current private investigator/vigilante, Lucy Kendall is willing to put herself in danger to save the little lost souls being sold in Philadelphia. She puts herself in dangerous situations with violent people to find who is selling children. When a witness is found dead, with a strand of Lucy's hair near her body, the police name her their chief suspect. Working undercover Lucy makes contact with a young prostitute named Riley, who claims she knows the identity of the killer.
Stacy Green continues to dazzle and amaze me. I am a HUGE fan of her Nikki Hunt series and it has been just as fun getting to know Lucy Kendall and to dive into this series. Stacy Green knows how to write high tension investigative books. I loved being a fly on the wall as Lucy hunted down a killer while interacting with Chris from the previous book. If you have read the first book in the series, you will see some character development. Readers are reminded of Lucy's background and personal grief over her sister's suicide after being sexually abused.
Lucy is a champion for children while taking the law into her own hands. She does bad things for the great good or so she tells herself. She is flawed, tough, determined, strong, and never gives up.
Book Two in the Lucy Kendall series was just as gripping, tense and pulse pounding as the first book in the series, The Girl in the Pink Shoes. This one had me turning the pages at breakneck speed, wanting to know who was pulling the strings behind the scenes. Like Stacy Green's other books, this was well written, perfectly paced, and intense! I can't wait to read the next book in this series!
Riveting, tense, and well written.
#LittleLostSouls #NetGalley #Bookouture #StacyGreen
Thank you to Bookouture and NetGalley who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All the thoughts and opinions are my own.
Read more of my reviews at www.openbookposts.com
Stacy Green continues to dazzle and amaze me. I am a HUGE fan of her Nikki Hunt series and it has been just as fun getting to know Lucy Kendall and to dive into this series. Stacy Green knows how to write high tension investigative books. I loved being a fly on the wall as Lucy hunted down a killer while interacting with Chris from the previous book. If you have read the first book in the series, you will see some character development. Readers are reminded of Lucy's background and personal grief over her sister's suicide after being sexually abused.
Lucy is a champion for children while taking the law into her own hands. She does bad things for the great good or so she tells herself. She is flawed, tough, determined, strong, and never gives up.
Book Two in the Lucy Kendall series was just as gripping, tense and pulse pounding as the first book in the series, The Girl in the Pink Shoes. This one had me turning the pages at breakneck speed, wanting to know who was pulling the strings behind the scenes. Like Stacy Green's other books, this was well written, perfectly paced, and intense! I can't wait to read the next book in this series!
Riveting, tense, and well written.
#LittleLostSouls #NetGalley #Bookouture #StacyGreen
Thank you to Bookouture and NetGalley who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All the thoughts and opinions are my own.
Read more of my reviews at www.openbookposts.com
May 4, 2017
Jiminy crickets I am just getting my head around See Them Run by Stacy Green I loved the story & the character of Lucy Kendall she has balls & doesn't care who gets in her way.
This is a dark thriller that goes right to the edges of your soul as it deals with child sex trafficking which for me was hard to comprehend at times, I felt drained & at times I was willing Lucy to go even more badass than she did. Not only did she have to fight senators who had their own agendas she was struggling to the max with her own demons, as her sister Lily committed suicide over being abused by her mothers boyfriend.
To top it all off she & detective Todd Beckett had to find out who was killing woman who worked for Senator Coleman there is so much in this book its hard to take it all in at once, but it was one hell of a ride.
I felt Lucy's character developed even more as we found out how far she would go to protect the children, there is a bit of history between Todd & lucy which made it interesting, this book had it all it takes you deep into the mind of predators of child sex trafficking I found it quite chilling.
miss Green certainly knows how to keep the reader engaged she is at the top of her game 5 big fat star*s
This is a dark thriller that goes right to the edges of your soul as it deals with child sex trafficking which for me was hard to comprehend at times, I felt drained & at times I was willing Lucy to go even more badass than she did. Not only did she have to fight senators who had their own agendas she was struggling to the max with her own demons, as her sister Lily committed suicide over being abused by her mothers boyfriend.
To top it all off she & detective Todd Beckett had to find out who was killing woman who worked for Senator Coleman there is so much in this book its hard to take it all in at once, but it was one hell of a ride.
I felt Lucy's character developed even more as we found out how far she would go to protect the children, there is a bit of history between Todd & lucy which made it interesting, this book had it all it takes you deep into the mind of predators of child sex trafficking I found it quite chilling.
miss Green certainly knows how to keep the reader engaged she is at the top of her game 5 big fat star*s
January 22, 2015
Lucy Kendall is a vigilante killer who seems to be on a one-woman mission to identify and neutralize child sex traffickers. When she stumbles across a website selling children, Lucy starts off in a new direction focusing on a ring that appears to be right in her city.
I’m still struggling with my mixed feelings about Lucy and what she’s doing. Is she any better than the scum she’s targeting? Just because she’s got the moral authority doesn’t make what she’s doing acceptable. But then, I still root for her to remain undetected, to not be locked up or killed. In this story, I learned a bit more about what drives her and loved how she’s struggling with her own view of her humanity.
Her friend Chris is also an enigma and they continue to do a dance around their feelings for one another. Even I’m uncertain what’s truly underneath those feelings.
This is an extraordinary series and I enjoyed this story. The ending had me scratching my head because I thought I knew all the players and now it’s obvious I don’t. I’m hopelessly hooked to this character.
(I received an ARC from the author in exchange for an honest review)
I’m still struggling with my mixed feelings about Lucy and what she’s doing. Is she any better than the scum she’s targeting? Just because she’s got the moral authority doesn’t make what she’s doing acceptable. But then, I still root for her to remain undetected, to not be locked up or killed. In this story, I learned a bit more about what drives her and loved how she’s struggling with her own view of her humanity.
Her friend Chris is also an enigma and they continue to do a dance around their feelings for one another. Even I’m uncertain what’s truly underneath those feelings.
This is an extraordinary series and I enjoyed this story. The ending had me scratching my head because I thought I knew all the players and now it’s obvious I don’t. I’m hopelessly hooked to this character.
(I received an ARC from the author in exchange for an honest review)
December 19, 2014
Private Investigator Lucy Kendall was angry; furious in fact. But the icy weather conditions meant she needed to focus if she was going to arrive in one piece. The unexpected information that her friend Kelly had gleaned about the child trafficking which was Lucy’s latest target meant she hadn’t had much time to get organised. But she was determined to save this child; she just had to…
The depth of depravity which went on around every day commuters always astounded Lucy. But she knew it would take more than one person to stop it. Take out one, and another one would spring up in its place. She knew this, but her life revolved around saving as many of the kids as she could. So working undercover at the Exhale Spa brought her closer to the dark side of humanity – she knew who the middle person was; she just had to get the evidence.
Suddenly though, Detective Todd Bennett was at her apartment – she was a suspect in a murder, and the circumstantial evidence was strong. But knowing that she didn’t commit this murder; that she needed to clear her name, meant she needed help - Chris was there for her once again. But as Lucy and Chris did their best to find the necessary evidence, the evil was catching up to her. In the deep darkness of the underworld, there was much more at stake than any of them knew. How would Lucy find the real killer? Would she be able to save the children; save herself?
Book 2 in the Lucy Kendall series is gripping, intense and extreme. A brilliant psychological thriller, See Them Run has all the ingredients for a top notch read which keeps you on the edge of your seat. A fast paced plot, the twists and turns are all there. I have no hesitation in highly recommending this novel, another winner by author Stacy Green in my opinion.
With thanks to the author for my copy to read and review.
The depth of depravity which went on around every day commuters always astounded Lucy. But she knew it would take more than one person to stop it. Take out one, and another one would spring up in its place. She knew this, but her life revolved around saving as many of the kids as she could. So working undercover at the Exhale Spa brought her closer to the dark side of humanity – she knew who the middle person was; she just had to get the evidence.
Suddenly though, Detective Todd Bennett was at her apartment – she was a suspect in a murder, and the circumstantial evidence was strong. But knowing that she didn’t commit this murder; that she needed to clear her name, meant she needed help - Chris was there for her once again. But as Lucy and Chris did their best to find the necessary evidence, the evil was catching up to her. In the deep darkness of the underworld, there was much more at stake than any of them knew. How would Lucy find the real killer? Would she be able to save the children; save herself?
Book 2 in the Lucy Kendall series is gripping, intense and extreme. A brilliant psychological thriller, See Them Run has all the ingredients for a top notch read which keeps you on the edge of your seat. A fast paced plot, the twists and turns are all there. I have no hesitation in highly recommending this novel, another winner by author Stacy Green in my opinion.
With thanks to the author for my copy to read and review.
February 19, 2023
3.5★s
See Them Run, also titled Little Lost Souls, is the second book in the Lucy Kendall series by best-selling American author, Stacy Green. PI Lucy Kendall is trying to infiltrate a child trafficking ring, so she goes undercover as a receptionist in a mind and body salon. When she gets enough information, she manipulates her target, Sarah Jones to learn more. The little she does find out: is it worth Sarah’s brutal murder?
Worse still, her interactions with Sarah mark her as a suspect, and Chris Hale, when she claims him as her alibi, mostly backs her up because he wants her to find and kill his murderous mother. Although it’s obvious to everyone except Lucy that he’s also in love with her. Vowing to Chris that she’ll be careful, she’s cosying up to a pimp who calls himself Preacher.
She has several interactions with vulnerable young people, considers going into hiding when her arrest is imminent, and discovers that she has upset some powerful people with her mission to crack this ring of perverts. Some of those encounters have her rethinking her ethics and her rationalising of what she does.
While she is gutsy and daring, accomplished at bluff, Lucy’s approach is often a bit ham-fisted, and she frequently treads the fine line between bravery and stupidity. She does seem to be developing a conscience about her actions, but this is a story with a lot of violence and she still manages to kill four people by the final pages.
Again a crime thriller that could do with better editing: numerous continuity issues and typos. The plot is better than the first book, but the behaviour of some characters requires the reader to don their heavy-duty disbelief suspenders. There are spoilers for the first book in this one, so they are best read in order. It incudes the start of the third book, leaving the reader with questions about the real perpetrator, and a cliff-hanger.
See Them Run, also titled Little Lost Souls, is the second book in the Lucy Kendall series by best-selling American author, Stacy Green. PI Lucy Kendall is trying to infiltrate a child trafficking ring, so she goes undercover as a receptionist in a mind and body salon. When she gets enough information, she manipulates her target, Sarah Jones to learn more. The little she does find out: is it worth Sarah’s brutal murder?
Worse still, her interactions with Sarah mark her as a suspect, and Chris Hale, when she claims him as her alibi, mostly backs her up because he wants her to find and kill his murderous mother. Although it’s obvious to everyone except Lucy that he’s also in love with her. Vowing to Chris that she’ll be careful, she’s cosying up to a pimp who calls himself Preacher.
She has several interactions with vulnerable young people, considers going into hiding when her arrest is imminent, and discovers that she has upset some powerful people with her mission to crack this ring of perverts. Some of those encounters have her rethinking her ethics and her rationalising of what she does.
While she is gutsy and daring, accomplished at bluff, Lucy’s approach is often a bit ham-fisted, and she frequently treads the fine line between bravery and stupidity. She does seem to be developing a conscience about her actions, but this is a story with a lot of violence and she still manages to kill four people by the final pages.
Again a crime thriller that could do with better editing: numerous continuity issues and typos. The plot is better than the first book, but the behaviour of some characters requires the reader to don their heavy-duty disbelief suspenders. There are spoilers for the first book in this one, so they are best read in order. It incudes the start of the third book, leaving the reader with questions about the real perpetrator, and a cliff-hanger.
January 18, 2015
Ms. Stacy Green has hit another one out of the park with See Them Run, the sequel to All Good Deeds and the second in the Lucy Kendall series. I loved it.
The draw to this series is multifactorial. First of all, the protagonist, private investigator Lucy Kendall, is as complex a character as they come. In See Them Run, Lucy really went into no man’s land in regards to her choices. In my review of All Good Deeds, I referred to Lucy as a bit deranged. Well, in See Them Run, she becomes downright baaaaaad. Despite this, Ms. Green has somehow managed to make me cheer even harder for Lucy. In lieu of giving away plotlines, I will leave it to readers to check this out for themselves.
Ms. Green has clearly done extensive research in a number of areas to pull off this story. She deals with mental illness, police procedure, technology, sex-trafficking, and complex interpersonal dynamics in a seemingly expert fashion. I feel like I am learning a lot reading her novels.
The character development in this book is outstanding, as it was in All Good Deeds. It is fascinating watching the recurrent characters continue to evolve, especially Lucy and police detective Todd Beckett. I look forward to seeing where the author goes with both of these people, even though the latter is a relatively minor player at this point.
I am pleased to see that Ms. Green is not adverse to having the police look the other way at times, something that one might suspect goes on in real life.
See Them Run is very suspenseful, is paced perfectly and was very difficult to put down. There were neat twists and turns, and the climax was exciting and a big surprise to me, always a plus.
I am very curious as to what “the state of Lucy” will be in the third book of the series. How far can the author take this woman and still keep her protag? I am dying to find out and intend to grab a copy of the next installment, which I believe is targeted for May 2015. I encourage all fans of murder and suspense to check out this brilliant new author.
4.5 of 5 stars, only so I have room to raise the rating of book #3, which I am confident will be even better than the superb See Them Run.
The draw to this series is multifactorial. First of all, the protagonist, private investigator Lucy Kendall, is as complex a character as they come. In See Them Run, Lucy really went into no man’s land in regards to her choices. In my review of All Good Deeds, I referred to Lucy as a bit deranged. Well, in See Them Run, she becomes downright baaaaaad. Despite this, Ms. Green has somehow managed to make me cheer even harder for Lucy. In lieu of giving away plotlines, I will leave it to readers to check this out for themselves.
Ms. Green has clearly done extensive research in a number of areas to pull off this story. She deals with mental illness, police procedure, technology, sex-trafficking, and complex interpersonal dynamics in a seemingly expert fashion. I feel like I am learning a lot reading her novels.
The character development in this book is outstanding, as it was in All Good Deeds. It is fascinating watching the recurrent characters continue to evolve, especially Lucy and police detective Todd Beckett. I look forward to seeing where the author goes with both of these people, even though the latter is a relatively minor player at this point.
I am pleased to see that Ms. Green is not adverse to having the police look the other way at times, something that one might suspect goes on in real life.
See Them Run is very suspenseful, is paced perfectly and was very difficult to put down. There were neat twists and turns, and the climax was exciting and a big surprise to me, always a plus.
I am very curious as to what “the state of Lucy” will be in the third book of the series. How far can the author take this woman and still keep her protag? I am dying to find out and intend to grab a copy of the next installment, which I believe is targeted for May 2015. I encourage all fans of murder and suspense to check out this brilliant new author.
4.5 of 5 stars, only so I have room to raise the rating of book #3, which I am confident will be even better than the superb See Them Run.
February 4, 2023
Undeniably unapologetic Lucy has become judge, jury and executioner when it comes to ending the lives of the pedophiles she manages to trap. She has become a vigilante and executes her mission despite her conscience not being clear. However, her self-appointed job that goes much further than being a PI, as the former CPD Social Worker is now facing something huge - there is a sex trafficking ring at large and Lucy is determined to bring it to an end.
Meanwhile, her new friend Chris tries to steer Lucy in another direction, and this is due to his disturbing past. While Lucy and Chris are drawn to one another there are several issues that take more importance than a relationship. Meanwhile, there is a detective named Todd Beckett who just might be on to Lucy and her dark activities. Both Todd and Lucy recognize that recent women that have been killed worked for a local Senator. As this second book in the Lucy Kendall series shows, there is a connection between Todd and Lucy that is explored.
The serious nature of this series is one that bodes the reader's attention as Lucy has her methods of achieving justice, but also the connected characters bring the story along as well. As this series continues, Lucy continues to work her own form of justice while other characters such as Chris, Todd and Kelly add an additional layer to this intriguing and sensitive crime thriller series. This thrilling book brings attention to the depravity leveled on children and other innocent victims. Although Lucy's methods might be unorthodox, she presents herself as someone to root for, while this book and all the books in the series prove to be stunning reads.
Many thanks to Bookouture and to NetGalley for this ARC for review. This is my honest opinion.
Please enjoy the following combined series video review - https://youtu.be/9HRYyYWMtIY
Meanwhile, her new friend Chris tries to steer Lucy in another direction, and this is due to his disturbing past. While Lucy and Chris are drawn to one another there are several issues that take more importance than a relationship. Meanwhile, there is a detective named Todd Beckett who just might be on to Lucy and her dark activities. Both Todd and Lucy recognize that recent women that have been killed worked for a local Senator. As this second book in the Lucy Kendall series shows, there is a connection between Todd and Lucy that is explored.
The serious nature of this series is one that bodes the reader's attention as Lucy has her methods of achieving justice, but also the connected characters bring the story along as well. As this series continues, Lucy continues to work her own form of justice while other characters such as Chris, Todd and Kelly add an additional layer to this intriguing and sensitive crime thriller series. This thrilling book brings attention to the depravity leveled on children and other innocent victims. Although Lucy's methods might be unorthodox, she presents herself as someone to root for, while this book and all the books in the series prove to be stunning reads.
Many thanks to Bookouture and to NetGalley for this ARC for review. This is my honest opinion.
Please enjoy the following combined series video review - https://youtu.be/9HRYyYWMtIY
March 26, 2015
Whew! A day after finishing Stacy Green’s See Them Run, the second Lucy Kendall thriller, I am just beginning to unwind. Despite the main character being a person with highly questionable moral standards, I couldn’t help holding my breath every time Lucy found herself on the brink of getting caught way over her head, which happened quite frequently in this novel. I just can’t help wanting her to succeed at her goal to eliminate the adults who prey on helpless kids.
See Them Run picks up almost where All Good Deeds left off. Instead of merely wanting to eliminate pedophiles, Lucy now wants to take on the sex traffickers. Her computer whiz, Kelly, has found the deep, dark websites where children are sold like cattle, and Lucy wants to destroy the vermin.
Her friend Chris Hale, who seems at first to stick with her so that she will fulfill her promise to eliminate his mother, later proves to be a staunch ally. Also, surprisingly, does Detective Todd Beckett, who is aware of Lucy’s fervid desire to aid child victims and is suspicious of her – ahem – taking out the trash – but so far is looking the other way.
In See Them Run, Lucy becomes involved with a child sex ring while working undercover at a salon. She makes contact with a prostitute and later with the girl’s pimp in an attempt to learn who is running the operation. When her boss at the salon is murdered, Lucy is considered to be a prime suspect, which is ironic, considering all the murders she has actually committed. Her investigation takes her places she has never gone before. She has discussions with a U.S. Senator, who heads a powerful task force. But something tickles her brain and her nerve endings. Can the Senator be trusted? She also finds herself on the verge of becoming a call girl in an effort to glean more information about the boss of the kiddie sex trade operation. Will Preacher tell her what she needs to know? Todd seems closer than ever to learning the truth about what she has done. How long will it be before he must make serious inquiries into her past?
What about Lucy herself? Can she truly look herself in the mirror and like what she sees? What is she? Who is she? On one hand, she claims to feel passionate about children whose lives are being ruined by predators, by a legal system that does too little too late to save them. On the other hand, she also professes to feel nothing for those whose lives she takes as judge, jury, and executioner. She admits to feeling guilty about her failure in her sister’s abuse and suicide, and somehow by punishing perpetrators, she feels she is making a difference. But is it ever enough? At some point, she will self-destruct. Won’t she?
This is what Chris, her partner in crime, seems to feel. It is interesting to watch their relationship develop, along with the parallel relationship of Todd and Lucy. Each man seems to have some underlying romantic feelings for Lucy, and I suspect there will be some thunder and lightening in book three.
My main problem with this book was that Lucy takes far too many chances. She did this in the first book as well, but this time, the risks are greater. Others’ lives are at stake. Yet, somehow she leads a charmed life. So far. There was a huge twist at the end, and I was truly surprised. Good job, Stacy Green. But what was that final chapter? I have to wait for Gone to Die to see what really happened? I will read it, of course, but…
4 stars
See Them Run picks up almost where All Good Deeds left off. Instead of merely wanting to eliminate pedophiles, Lucy now wants to take on the sex traffickers. Her computer whiz, Kelly, has found the deep, dark websites where children are sold like cattle, and Lucy wants to destroy the vermin.
Her friend Chris Hale, who seems at first to stick with her so that she will fulfill her promise to eliminate his mother, later proves to be a staunch ally. Also, surprisingly, does Detective Todd Beckett, who is aware of Lucy’s fervid desire to aid child victims and is suspicious of her – ahem – taking out the trash – but so far is looking the other way.
In See Them Run, Lucy becomes involved with a child sex ring while working undercover at a salon. She makes contact with a prostitute and later with the girl’s pimp in an attempt to learn who is running the operation. When her boss at the salon is murdered, Lucy is considered to be a prime suspect, which is ironic, considering all the murders she has actually committed. Her investigation takes her places she has never gone before. She has discussions with a U.S. Senator, who heads a powerful task force. But something tickles her brain and her nerve endings. Can the Senator be trusted? She also finds herself on the verge of becoming a call girl in an effort to glean more information about the boss of the kiddie sex trade operation. Will Preacher tell her what she needs to know? Todd seems closer than ever to learning the truth about what she has done. How long will it be before he must make serious inquiries into her past?
What about Lucy herself? Can she truly look herself in the mirror and like what she sees? What is she? Who is she? On one hand, she claims to feel passionate about children whose lives are being ruined by predators, by a legal system that does too little too late to save them. On the other hand, she also professes to feel nothing for those whose lives she takes as judge, jury, and executioner. She admits to feeling guilty about her failure in her sister’s abuse and suicide, and somehow by punishing perpetrators, she feels she is making a difference. But is it ever enough? At some point, she will self-destruct. Won’t she?
This is what Chris, her partner in crime, seems to feel. It is interesting to watch their relationship develop, along with the parallel relationship of Todd and Lucy. Each man seems to have some underlying romantic feelings for Lucy, and I suspect there will be some thunder and lightening in book three.
My main problem with this book was that Lucy takes far too many chances. She did this in the first book as well, but this time, the risks are greater. Others’ lives are at stake. Yet, somehow she leads a charmed life. So far. There was a huge twist at the end, and I was truly surprised. Good job, Stacy Green. But what was that final chapter? I have to wait for Gone to Die to see what really happened? I will read it, of course, but…
4 stars
June 9, 2018
I found it a little harder to get into this book from her previous Lucy Kendall story, but once going it turned into another gripping read that I couldn't put down. I'm finding the subject matter a whole lot darker this time as well which is maybe why I struggled to stay with the book at the start.
Well written as always & extensively researched. The zinger at the end had me thinking & I'm dying to read the next book in the series to find out what happens.
Well written as always & extensively researched. The zinger at the end had me thinking & I'm dying to read the next book in the series to find out what happens.
January 1, 2015
A well-written, deeply disturbing book that pits the innocence of children against the evil that can be pulled up from the pain of experience. Private detective Lucy Kendall has a dark secret. She has an all-consuming need to protect children. There are no lines she will not cross to protect both. Her own past history working in Child Protection Services and the death of her sister have left her with a deep cut in her sense of what is right and wrong in her own actions, and what is right and wrong in protecting those who cannot protect themselves. Very few of the people we come across in this novel are as they seem, including the young girl living the life of a battered prostitute. Including Lucy herself.
Green's book explores tough questions. When is it right to do the wrong thing? When does the protector become the one that others need protection from? When is innocence lost and who can stop it, and by what means? Lucy Kendall is a woman walking a thin wire and off balance as she wonders if she should be afraid of herself as much as she's afraid for the children she's is trying to protect. When she becomes the suspect of a murder she may or may not have committed, the tension of this thriller is cranked up several notches, and makes it impossible to stop reading.
This is a difficult book dealing with difficult subject matter, but again Stacy Green pulls it off with sensitivity and unrelenting tension. Her characters are complex and make the reader wonder how they would react under the same circumstances. The immediacy of the novel is pulled tighter until the last page of the book, and done so with skill. If you like a tight thriller that runs along a sharp edge, this is the book for you.
Green's book explores tough questions. When is it right to do the wrong thing? When does the protector become the one that others need protection from? When is innocence lost and who can stop it, and by what means? Lucy Kendall is a woman walking a thin wire and off balance as she wonders if she should be afraid of herself as much as she's afraid for the children she's is trying to protect. When she becomes the suspect of a murder she may or may not have committed, the tension of this thriller is cranked up several notches, and makes it impossible to stop reading.
This is a difficult book dealing with difficult subject matter, but again Stacy Green pulls it off with sensitivity and unrelenting tension. Her characters are complex and make the reader wonder how they would react under the same circumstances. The immediacy of the novel is pulled tighter until the last page of the book, and done so with skill. If you like a tight thriller that runs along a sharp edge, this is the book for you.
February 17, 2015
See Them Run by Stacy Green is book two in her Lucy Kendall series. I was spellbound in All good Deeds (book one) and now totally blown away with See Them Run!
First, Stacy Green's writing style is totally mesmerizing then add a story that grabs you and holds on and characters that totally captures your heart, even though you don't feel like they should!
In See Them Run, Lucy is fixated on bringing down the underground child sex trafficking she discovered when she rescued Kailey Richardson. She is determined to bring justice for these children, her kind of justice, but when her best lead is murdered she is under the microscope as the main suspect.
She knew one day she would have to pay for her sins but not for something she did not do.
With the help of Chis, she works to clear her name and unravel the threads that will lead her to he leaders and put a stop to this horrific crime against children but in doing so, she learns that she must embrace the darkness within herself and lead further Chris into the same darkness.
This book is amazing, no words from me will ever bring across how truly good it is! A true thrill ride!
Thank you Stacy Green!
First, Stacy Green's writing style is totally mesmerizing then add a story that grabs you and holds on and characters that totally captures your heart, even though you don't feel like they should!
In See Them Run, Lucy is fixated on bringing down the underground child sex trafficking she discovered when she rescued Kailey Richardson. She is determined to bring justice for these children, her kind of justice, but when her best lead is murdered she is under the microscope as the main suspect.
She knew one day she would have to pay for her sins but not for something she did not do.
With the help of Chis, she works to clear her name and unravel the threads that will lead her to he leaders and put a stop to this horrific crime against children but in doing so, she learns that she must embrace the darkness within herself and lead further Chris into the same darkness.
This book is amazing, no words from me will ever bring across how truly good it is! A true thrill ride!
Thank you Stacy Green!
December 25, 2016
Disturbing.
Sexually abused children, human trafficking. Lucy is self-destructive vigilante for sexually abused children. Her sister was abused by mother's boyfriend, killed herself. Reading about this character was difficult, she is one person judge, jury and executioner.
Sexually abused children, human trafficking. Lucy is self-destructive vigilante for sexually abused children. Her sister was abused by mother's boyfriend, killed herself. Reading about this character was difficult, she is one person judge, jury and executioner.
October 4, 2015
Ludy Kendall is a private investigator who makes sure pedophiles that she finds are not able to hurt any other children. After rescuing a boy from a pedophile who purchased him online, Lucy is looking into sex traffiking. Going undercover at a salon whose owner is part of the ring, Lucy finds a clue that steers her to a teenage prostitute and her pimp. Trying to discover who is in charge of the ring leads Lucy into becoming the lead suspect in a murder she actually did not commit. With Chris Hale helping her with the investigation and Detective Todd Beckett helping her evade the police, Lucy must discover who is running the ring before the police or the real killer find her first.
I always have to take a bit of a reading break after finishing one of these books. They are intense and gritty and certainly give you something to think about. I still have a hard time wrapping my head around Lucy and the things she does. She's a vigilante with a skewed moral compass, but I still root for her to not get caught. She takes so many crazy chances, you know one day things are going to catch up with her.
Along with Lucy, I love all of the great characters in this book. They seem very real and have their own problems and lives to consider. Chris Hale is very much like Lucy. He understands her and worries about her possibly self-destructing. Todd Beckett believes she may be a killer, but he understands why she does what she does and sometimes wishes he could be that brave. She has great chemistry with both men. I can see possible problems down the road as they vie for her attention.
If you haven't read the first book in the series, you will need to read it first. I'm certain that jumping into the series with this book will leave you with a lot of questions. My rating: 4.5 Stars.
I always have to take a bit of a reading break after finishing one of these books. They are intense and gritty and certainly give you something to think about. I still have a hard time wrapping my head around Lucy and the things she does. She's a vigilante with a skewed moral compass, but I still root for her to not get caught. She takes so many crazy chances, you know one day things are going to catch up with her.
Along with Lucy, I love all of the great characters in this book. They seem very real and have their own problems and lives to consider. Chris Hale is very much like Lucy. He understands her and worries about her possibly self-destructing. Todd Beckett believes she may be a killer, but he understands why she does what she does and sometimes wishes he could be that brave. She has great chemistry with both men. I can see possible problems down the road as they vie for her attention.
If you haven't read the first book in the series, you will need to read it first. I'm certain that jumping into the series with this book will leave you with a lot of questions. My rating: 4.5 Stars.
January 24, 2015
Wow! Stacy Green sure doesn't pull her punches.
This book had me holding my breath..........
In See Them Run, Lucy Kendall, self appointed avenger for abused children, has discovered a child trafficking ring operating in Philadelphia.
She sets out to bust it open, single-handed, not wanting to involve those she has come to care about in something that may bring about her downfall.
Can't wait for April and the release of Lucy Kendall #3 Gone to Die.
December 29, 2022
Another gripping thriller in the Lucy Kendall series. The first one was great, Little Lost Souls was even better! I was up late in the night just too see what happens. And an ending I didn't see coming. Off to read Gone to Die!
*ARC provided by NetGalley for an honest review.
*ARC provided by NetGalley for an honest review.
January 23, 2023
Finished reading: January 22nd 2023
"Fortunately my instincts were as incessant as an aggressive tumor. Always there, never quiet."
*** A copy of this book was kindly provided to me by Netgalley and Bookouture in exchange for an honest review. Thank you! ***
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February 1, 2023
What a wonderful series this is. I'm so glad I discovered this author and her amazing books. Each book in this series is so breath-takingly addictive. Make sure you have a lot of free time as once you start you're going to binge on this wonderful series
December 20, 2022
thank you to netgalley for allowing me to read this before its official release in exchange for an honest review.
this is only the second book by stacy green that ive read but im already convinced that she is a genius!! i read this book (the second book in the lucy kendall series - btw the first book is just as good if not better) in less than 3 hours and ive already started on the third book!!
it takes a truly brilliant author to write a story that is so detailed and interesting and completely captivates you. there are so many twists and turns and little clues that build up throughout the book and eventually lead to a heart pounding ending that leaves you BEGGING to read more.
i love this book, i love this series, i love this author.
5 stars!!!!!!!
(also lucy kendall is such a badass, i absolutely love her character!!)
this is only the second book by stacy green that ive read but im already convinced that she is a genius!! i read this book (the second book in the lucy kendall series - btw the first book is just as good if not better) in less than 3 hours and ive already started on the third book!!
it takes a truly brilliant author to write a story that is so detailed and interesting and completely captivates you. there are so many twists and turns and little clues that build up throughout the book and eventually lead to a heart pounding ending that leaves you BEGGING to read more.
i love this book, i love this series, i love this author.
5 stars!!!!!!!
(also lucy kendall is such a badass, i absolutely love her character!!)
January 21, 2015
The book follows the life of Lucy who is a PI. The book wasn't as shocking as the first one but it is a good read. It is about child trafficking and child prostitution and who is behind it and how they get their clients which not too many people write about because it is something no one wants to think about. All in all a good book.
January 26, 2015
Utterly fantastic read. Super-duper ending. Stacy Green is da bomb!
April 15, 2025
I often read psychological thrillers or series with a particular detective in the lead role, but I also enjoy the genre where vigilantes play the main role and try to make the world a better place.
Whether they really improve the world is of course the question. On the one hand, yes, because they deal with shady characters who never have good intentions, but on the other hand, they themselves turn into murderers.
It’s also true that the justice system has to follow a certain path, where many things can go wrong and where wealthy criminals can almost buy their freedom by hiring an expensive lawyer and thereby escape the punishment they so richly deserve. But is it right to take the law into your own hands?
Lucy is a fantastic main character who fights for children who are being exploited. Experiences from her life have shaped her into the person she is, and you can really feel where she’s coming from. She’s smart, doesn’t shy away from any obstacle, but at the same time she’s also vulnerable, and that makes it almost impossible not to root for her.
The story is gripping and exciting, leading to a climax with a massive wow effect.
The subject is heartbreaking, and I felt for all those who couldn’t be saved. I’m looking forward to the next two parts in this mini-series. 5 stars.
Thank you.
Whether they really improve the world is of course the question. On the one hand, yes, because they deal with shady characters who never have good intentions, but on the other hand, they themselves turn into murderers.
It’s also true that the justice system has to follow a certain path, where many things can go wrong and where wealthy criminals can almost buy their freedom by hiring an expensive lawyer and thereby escape the punishment they so richly deserve. But is it right to take the law into your own hands?
Lucy is a fantastic main character who fights for children who are being exploited. Experiences from her life have shaped her into the person she is, and you can really feel where she’s coming from. She’s smart, doesn’t shy away from any obstacle, but at the same time she’s also vulnerable, and that makes it almost impossible not to root for her.
The story is gripping and exciting, leading to a climax with a massive wow effect.
The subject is heartbreaking, and I felt for all those who couldn’t be saved. I’m looking forward to the next two parts in this mini-series. 5 stars.
Thank you.
January 28, 2023
Little Lost Souls - Stacy Green
( A Lucy Kendall Crimme Thriller Book #2)
5⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
After reading The Girl in the Pink Shoes which I thoroughly enjoyed, I couldn’t wait to read book #2, and this is even better.
To save the lost children of the city, Lucy must put herself into terrible danger…
Indeed this is "A gripping, page-turning thriller full of mystery and suspense"
Thank you NetGalley, Bookouture and the Author for this ARC.
I flew through this book... such a Page turner.
Plenty of suspense to keep me guessing I love that the twists that come right down to the end.
The character development in this book is outstanding,
Though i dont agree entirely with Lucys methods, killing child molesters, traffickers and other bad people who hurt, use and abuse young boys and girls isnt the worst thing that could happen.
The story will have you wanting to know more about Lucy and now I can't wait to read book #3
I can't recommend this author enough.
It's still hard to believe that such awful things are happening to young children in this world.
( A Lucy Kendall Crimme Thriller Book #2)
5⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
After reading The Girl in the Pink Shoes which I thoroughly enjoyed, I couldn’t wait to read book #2, and this is even better.
To save the lost children of the city, Lucy must put herself into terrible danger…
Indeed this is "A gripping, page-turning thriller full of mystery and suspense"
Thank you NetGalley, Bookouture and the Author for this ARC.
I flew through this book... such a Page turner.
Plenty of suspense to keep me guessing I love that the twists that come right down to the end.
The character development in this book is outstanding,
Though i dont agree entirely with Lucys methods, killing child molesters, traffickers and other bad people who hurt, use and abuse young boys and girls isnt the worst thing that could happen.
The story will have you wanting to know more about Lucy and now I can't wait to read book #3
I can't recommend this author enough.
It's still hard to believe that such awful things are happening to young children in this world.
January 8, 2023
A really enjoyable read, if it is allowed to say so about such a horrible subject like trafficking children. I have grown to like the hero/anti-hero Lucy, a former social worker who turned PI and murderer. she is on a mission, and nothing will stop her! This book takes off where the last book ended, and the reader gets to know the characters better, as well as the seedy side of Philadelphia.
I like quirky characters, and this book is most definitely filled with the quirkiest people, and even though the subject is one of the most disgusting ones ever, it still has a warmth, as well as a sense of humour I admire, because of the dedication the people have towards things that are black and white according to law, but very gray in real life.
Enjoyable read, and I can't wait to see where this series will take us!
I like quirky characters, and this book is most definitely filled with the quirkiest people, and even though the subject is one of the most disgusting ones ever, it still has a warmth, as well as a sense of humour I admire, because of the dedication the people have towards things that are black and white according to law, but very gray in real life.
Enjoyable read, and I can't wait to see where this series will take us!
January 1, 2023
So I am struggling with the lead character, is she good or is she just like the people she is hunting. Anyway given that it was deliciously dark and I really enjoyed it. A real good afternoon read and it kept me captivated for ages.
I hadnt read book 1 for a while so it did take me a while to get into the book.
I was given an advance copy by netgalley and the publishers but the review is entirely my own.
I hadnt read book 1 for a while so it did take me a while to get into the book.
I was given an advance copy by netgalley and the publishers but the review is entirely my own.
March 22, 2025
This was another hit. Yet to find a book of Stacy’s I don’t enjoy. Ughhhh I love Chris and I think he will end up a killer and that makes me sad.
Todd compromising his morals to help her. Sweet Justin as well.
Riley was the worst.
No Luke Evans
Todd compromising his morals to help her. Sweet Justin as well.
Riley was the worst.
No Luke Evans
August 23, 2025
A brilliant author, I love her books, so many twists. & turns I can’t put the books down. Really great
December 26, 2014
I was a big fan of Stacy Green's first Lucy Kendall novel, ALL GOOD THINGS, which explored the dark and morally-challenged world of vigilante justice. Former social worker and licensed PI Lucy Kendall uses cyanide poison to take out pedophiles to prevent them from destroying the lives of innocent children. And Green never dodges the moral and ethical questions here - is murder justified if it's being done for noble reasons? The second novel in the series, SEE THEM RUN, continues with Lucy's story as she pursues a huge network of sex traffickers specializing in the sale of young children. This is bigger than her previous investigations, and much more dangerous for Lucy. Almost-boyfriend Chris Hale tries to get her to turn her information over to the police, but she wants vengeance for the children, including her own sister who committed suicide after repeatedly being molested. As Lucy puts it, "I just want to cleanse the filth." But each time she dispatches one of her targets, a bit more of her soul is lost, until she begins to wonder if she has more in common with psychopaths and sociopaths than she's comfortable admitting.
Lucy is a fascinating character, one that is both identifiable (wouldn't we all do whatever we could to prevent the abuse of innocent children?) and frighteningly creepy (at times her lust for vengeance seems to overshadow her thirst for justice). Her relationship with Chris Hale is intriguing - she sees in Chris a kindred spirit (he, too, has been damaged by a seriously dysfunctional family) -- Chris knows who she is and what she does, but he accepts her in spite of it. Chris tries several times to get Lucy to stop her personal vendetta against pedophiles and sex-trafficking, but he's not above hoping she'll help him take out his own mother, the evil "Mother Mary." So it's never black-and-white with Lucy and Chris. While he tries to get Lucy to admit that the murders are corrupting her (he thinks there's something morally depraved in being able to kill without feeling any form of remorse or guilt), he is still committed to helping her track down her targets and protecting her from potential harm in her quest for vengeance. As for Lucy, the moral quandary she's in does trouble her - she recognizes how good she has become at manipulating people, and how easily the line between justice and vengeance can become blurred. At one point, she comes dangerously close to murdering one of her sources (because the girl "pissed [her] off"), and that terrifies her. It's these contradictions - between justice and vengeance, between noble motives and personal anger - that make Lucy's story rich and fascinatingly complex.
My only complaint about SEE THEM RUN is the final act, which is left annoyingly open-ended. I get that Green is setting up the next Lucy Kendall novel (hoping we'll all rush out to buy it when it finally comes out), but I'm a firm believer that novels - even novels that are part of a series - need to be able to stand on their own. That means there needs to be enough resolution to be satisfying, while at the same time paving the way for future Lucy Kendall stories. The central story in SEE THEM RUN (Lucy's investigation of a huge ring of pedophile sex-traffickers) is never resolved, nor is any real progress made in Lucy and Chris's search for Mother Mary (a story left hanging in ALL GOOD DEEDS). Instead, both stories will continue in the next installment. That's a negative for me. I'm not saying I won't read the next book (I will!), but I'd like this series a whole lot more if each novel was able to stand on its own.
Bottom line, if you enjoy detective fiction (and don't mind a morally-challenged protagonist who thinks of herself as a righteous serial killer), give the Lucy Kendall books a try. I would suggest reading ALL GOOD THINGS first, since that's where Green introduces all of her continuing characters - Lucy, Chris, police detective Todd Beckett, Todd's brother Justin, and the infamous Mother Mary. But I do recommend SEE THEM RUN. It's a well-written, tightly plotted thriller that won't disappoint. Well, except for the ending! But these days, almost everything is being written as part of a continuing series of open-ended stories meant to keep readers hooked. At least the Lucy Kendall series is worth coming back to.
[Please note: I was provided a copy of this novel for review; the opinions expressed here are my own.]
Lucy is a fascinating character, one that is both identifiable (wouldn't we all do whatever we could to prevent the abuse of innocent children?) and frighteningly creepy (at times her lust for vengeance seems to overshadow her thirst for justice). Her relationship with Chris Hale is intriguing - she sees in Chris a kindred spirit (he, too, has been damaged by a seriously dysfunctional family) -- Chris knows who she is and what she does, but he accepts her in spite of it. Chris tries several times to get Lucy to stop her personal vendetta against pedophiles and sex-trafficking, but he's not above hoping she'll help him take out his own mother, the evil "Mother Mary." So it's never black-and-white with Lucy and Chris. While he tries to get Lucy to admit that the murders are corrupting her (he thinks there's something morally depraved in being able to kill without feeling any form of remorse or guilt), he is still committed to helping her track down her targets and protecting her from potential harm in her quest for vengeance. As for Lucy, the moral quandary she's in does trouble her - she recognizes how good she has become at manipulating people, and how easily the line between justice and vengeance can become blurred. At one point, she comes dangerously close to murdering one of her sources (because the girl "pissed [her] off"), and that terrifies her. It's these contradictions - between justice and vengeance, between noble motives and personal anger - that make Lucy's story rich and fascinatingly complex.
My only complaint about SEE THEM RUN is the final act, which is left annoyingly open-ended. I get that Green is setting up the next Lucy Kendall novel (hoping we'll all rush out to buy it when it finally comes out), but I'm a firm believer that novels - even novels that are part of a series - need to be able to stand on their own. That means there needs to be enough resolution to be satisfying, while at the same time paving the way for future Lucy Kendall stories. The central story in SEE THEM RUN (Lucy's investigation of a huge ring of pedophile sex-traffickers) is never resolved, nor is any real progress made in Lucy and Chris's search for Mother Mary (a story left hanging in ALL GOOD DEEDS). Instead, both stories will continue in the next installment. That's a negative for me. I'm not saying I won't read the next book (I will!), but I'd like this series a whole lot more if each novel was able to stand on its own.
Bottom line, if you enjoy detective fiction (and don't mind a morally-challenged protagonist who thinks of herself as a righteous serial killer), give the Lucy Kendall books a try. I would suggest reading ALL GOOD THINGS first, since that's where Green introduces all of her continuing characters - Lucy, Chris, police detective Todd Beckett, Todd's brother Justin, and the infamous Mother Mary. But I do recommend SEE THEM RUN. It's a well-written, tightly plotted thriller that won't disappoint. Well, except for the ending! But these days, almost everything is being written as part of a continuing series of open-ended stories meant to keep readers hooked. At least the Lucy Kendall series is worth coming back to.
[Please note: I was provided a copy of this novel for review; the opinions expressed here are my own.]
January 10, 2020
Book 2-This dark thriller is book two in the Lucy Kendall series. Like book 1, I was drawn in early on. The author does a good job of creating tension as Lucy searches for the person or persons behind a local sex trafficking ring using the names of historical names. The pace was steady and flowed well. The inner monologues. if you are not used to them, will be a bit much. You'll want to tell Lucy to get on with it already. I love that Lucy is starting to realize something that she has tried to deny and that's that she enjoys her "work" and how she deals with the perpetrators. How fantastic was it to see Mother's role in this book. Book three could be explosive.
January 23, 2015
Five Caffeinated reasons to grab See Them Run
Lucy Kendall is one interesting private investigator. In her former life, she was a social worker but riddled with guilt when the systems red tape and procedural bullshit cost a life she set out on her own to make things right. With the help of her techie friend, she unearths the darker evil side of the city and quietly seeks justice. She is kickass, tenacious and like a certain charming serial killer we all know and love (Dexter), she loves her job a little too much.
Green spins captivating cases and this time we go undercover to stop a child sex trafficking ring. Power, greed, secrets and dangerous men with deep pockets are involved. When one of her sources ends up dead, Lucy soon finds herself caught in a deadly trap and accused of murder.
Dynamic friendships and secondary characters that have depth help balance out Lucy and the cases she works. Chris knows her secrets and tries to keep her from getting herself killed. Todd Beckett is on the police force and aids her. These two men both like and respect Lucy and there are hints of feelings, but Green is taking any kind of development slow. It is a nice little thread of curiosity.
Sex trafficking particularly that dealing with children is a dark subject but Green handled it well and the storyline was well researched giving it authenticity. I appreciated her thoughtful approach to the subject without sugar coating it.
See Them Run was a well-crafted tale with overall arc and character development. The case was fairly wrapped up, but like in the real world, you snip at pieces of these networks and hope that eventually get at the root. I am anxious to see more advancement on the series arc concerning Mother. An intense thriller with a complex heroine who both freaks me out and draws me close.
Copy provided by author. This review was originally posted at Caffeinated Book Reviewer
Lucy Kendall is one interesting private investigator. In her former life, she was a social worker but riddled with guilt when the systems red tape and procedural bullshit cost a life she set out on her own to make things right. With the help of her techie friend, she unearths the darker evil side of the city and quietly seeks justice. She is kickass, tenacious and like a certain charming serial killer we all know and love (Dexter), she loves her job a little too much.
Green spins captivating cases and this time we go undercover to stop a child sex trafficking ring. Power, greed, secrets and dangerous men with deep pockets are involved. When one of her sources ends up dead, Lucy soon finds herself caught in a deadly trap and accused of murder.
Dynamic friendships and secondary characters that have depth help balance out Lucy and the cases she works. Chris knows her secrets and tries to keep her from getting herself killed. Todd Beckett is on the police force and aids her. These two men both like and respect Lucy and there are hints of feelings, but Green is taking any kind of development slow. It is a nice little thread of curiosity.
Sex trafficking particularly that dealing with children is a dark subject but Green handled it well and the storyline was well researched giving it authenticity. I appreciated her thoughtful approach to the subject without sugar coating it.
See Them Run was a well-crafted tale with overall arc and character development. The case was fairly wrapped up, but like in the real world, you snip at pieces of these networks and hope that eventually get at the root. I am anxious to see more advancement on the series arc concerning Mother. An intense thriller with a complex heroine who both freaks me out and draws me close.
Copy provided by author. This review was originally posted at Caffeinated Book Reviewer
June 26, 2015
It took me a while to read this, only because of external reasons... life and stuff. Not because of the book. It was excellent! I read when I could, a page here, a chapter there.
I say this because each time I picked it up I was right there in the book. The characters were unique and vivid and uncomplicated enough that there was no backtracking needed to continue.
Lucy, herself, is complicated, but
one memorable lady. In the previous book "All Good Deeds" I got to know Lucy (was introduced to her, anyway) and started liking, and caring for, and worrying about her choices and her future.
In "See Them Run" it turns into "holy crap, Lucy! What are you doing?!!"
She's a sinister super hero.
She is a manipulator, for sure. Willing to do whatever it takes to get what she wants, from her enemies...and those closest to her. Lie, threaten, make promises, tell half truths, and kill. And actually she fantasizes about killing people while she's having conversations with them. In detail.
The story itself involved people you wanted to see bad things happen to. And they did. Lucy saw to that. But in the process she has definitely lowered herself into the miry pit.
I will certainly read the next one. Partly because the end of this one left you hanging just a bit. Partly because I'm really wrapped up in the characters and the series.
I say this because each time I picked it up I was right there in the book. The characters were unique and vivid and uncomplicated enough that there was no backtracking needed to continue.
Lucy, herself, is complicated, but
one memorable lady. In the previous book "All Good Deeds" I got to know Lucy (was introduced to her, anyway) and started liking, and caring for, and worrying about her choices and her future.
In "See Them Run" it turns into "holy crap, Lucy! What are you doing?!!"
She's a sinister super hero.
She is a manipulator, for sure. Willing to do whatever it takes to get what she wants, from her enemies...and those closest to her. Lie, threaten, make promises, tell half truths, and kill. And actually she fantasizes about killing people while she's having conversations with them. In detail.
The story itself involved people you wanted to see bad things happen to. And they did. Lucy saw to that. But in the process she has definitely lowered herself into the miry pit.
I will certainly read the next one. Partly because the end of this one left you hanging just a bit. Partly because I'm really wrapped up in the characters and the series.
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