Winter Frost
A Chris Matheson Cold Case Mystery Book 2
by Lauren Carr
Category: Adult fiction, 290 pages
Genre: Mystery, Crime Fiction, Police Procedural, Cozy
Publisher: Acorn Book Services
Release date: January 28, 2019
Tour dates: May 1 – June 28, 2019
Content Rating: PG (It’s a murder mystery and there is mild violence. Very mild swearing no F-bombs. No on-stage sex scenes.)
My Review
So many things happen in this action packed sequel to Ice that I am struggling to share my review without including spoilers.
Lauren Carr doesn’t waste any time dropping you into the thrills and intrigue with a murder attempt on a person who was supposed to be already dead. Here is where the spoiler free review becomes difficult. So, I’ll just talk about how much fun I had with Winter Frost.
Many of my favorite characters were present, along with some serious bad guys and the much adored non human ones. The bond between the characters and furry family members in Lauren’s books are so genuine. And the animals have their own distinct personalities, which makes for some crazy fun.
There’s also not just one but several mysteries and agendas occurring throughout the book which keeps the excitement ramped up and the anticipation for answers high.
Did I enjoy this book as much as the first one, Ice? I sure did. Lauren once again made me laugh, coo over the romance, cheer on the good guys and wish the worst on the villains.
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Synopsis
It all started with a chance encounter in the city with Blair, his late wife.
Chris Matheson and the Geezer Squad, working under the guise of a book club, dig into the events surrounding his late wife’s supposed death halfway around the globe. A state department employee shoots himself in the back three times. A CIA operative goes missing. A woman is targeted by an international assassin three years after being declared dead in a terrorist attack overseas.
Nothing is as it seems.
In his most personal cold case, Chris fights to uncover why the state department told him that Blair, the mother of his children, had been killed when she was alive. What had she uncovered that has made her a target? Who terrified her so much that she had gone into hiding and why are they now after him?
Lauren Carr is the international best-selling author of the Mac Faraday, Lovers in Crime, and Thorny Rose Mysteries—over twenty titles across three fast-paced mystery series filled with twists and turns!Now, Lauren has added one more hit series to her list with the Chris Matheson Cold Case Mysteries. Set in the quaint West Virginia town of Harpers Ferry, Ice introduces Chris Matheson, a retired FBI agent, who joins forces with other law enforcement retirees to heat up those cold cases that keep them up at night.Book reviewers and readers alike rave about how Lauren Carr’s seamlessly crosses genres to include mystery, suspense, crime fiction, police procedurals, romance, and humor.
Lauren is a popular speaker who has made appearances at schools, youth groups, and on author panels at conventions. She lives with her husband, and three dogs on a mountain in Harpers Ferry, WV.
Connect with the author: Website ~ Twitter ~ Facebook ~ Instagram
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Love the review, it sounds like a real page turner!
Thank you, Judy! Check it out! You’ll fall in love with the Geezer Squad, I promise.
It’s always a relief to like the sequel isn’t it!
Thank you for stopping in, Chucklesthescot! Glad you enjoyed the review. Be sure to enter the giveaway!
I love a good mystery read.
If you love a good mystery, check out the Geezer Squad’s cold cases. You’ll fall in love with them in Winter Frost!
Thank you so much for the stunning review of WINTER FROST! So glad you enjoyed the latest Chris Matheson Cold Case Mystery. Be sure to check out the next installment THE LAST THING SHE SAY, coming July 11! Available for Pre-order now: https://amzn.to/2WrrDn1
I’ll definitely be grabbing the next installment!
I love an action-packed novel, too! It sounds like this series is a winner. I love it when characters reappear from previous novels. 🙂
Lauren also brings in characters from her other series. It’s another fun thing!
So you roped me in with the mention of animals – and the author pic with the awesome dog finished the job!
Barb, you would love her books. From all of her series!
Beautiful dog!
Sure is! And quite the character in the books. LOL
I loved the description of this book. I’m really excited to read it.
You’ll have such fun if you get the chance to read her books:)
Wow several mysteries at the same time! you must have been in heaven Laura!
LOL You know me so well!
Mysteries are my top go to for a great read!
Nothing like a good mystery to get those brain cells working:)
This is a series I want to read as you have enjoyed it highly. It looks like some of them are in KU. It’s on my list and who knows when I can get to it.
I think you’d really like her books, Anne:)
i grabbed its murder my son but it was hard to choose which one to review.
sherry @ fundinmental
I’m reviewing that one on Thursday!
This sounds like a fast-paced, fun read – I’m glad you enjoyed it so much. 🙂
I devour Lauren’s books. LOL
So glad you enjoyed this so much!
I always enjoy her books. Never a dull moment and lots of humor.
Enjoyed the synopsis of the book . Sounds like a great read.
It sure was fun:)
I just love Lauren’s books, especially on audio. Just picked up a few more 😉
I need to try some of them in audible!
wow congrats this looks amazing
It is such a fun series:)
I love crime fiction and this sounds enthralling!
Lauren has some great mysteries.
I haven’t read any of your books yet, but this one I am interested in.
I hope you get a chance to try her books!
I enjoy reading a good mystery.
I do too:)
Always up for a great mystery thanks for sharing.
I sure do love her books:)