The Killing Game (Eve Duncan Series #2)

Highly intriguing!

This is only the second book I've read by this author, the other being book 1 in the Eve Duncan Series. I enjoyed book 1 to try book 2, and I enjoyed book 2 enough to make me look for book 3. The mystery, while not typical in it's push to the end or in the investigative focus, is complicated enough to confuse in process but simple enough to understand easily at the conclusion. While not the best mystery I've read, I still greatly enjoyed it and found the bulk of the story fulfilling, not so driven that you rush to the end. There are aspects to some characters I find distracting or annoying, but nothing is overplayed. This is a book about tracking a serial killer, subplot of main character Eve rebuilding her life after the loss of her daughter, and mini plots that include romantic interests, and bonds with family and friends. Overall, I recommend. Enjoy!

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my first Iris Johansen

This was my first Iris Johansen book and I REALLY enjoyed it. It was fast paced, kept me reading all day (finished the book in two) - all round perfect thriller. I already picked up my second book by her 'Quicksand' and can't wait to see how good it's going to be! I really highly recommend 'The Killing Game'.

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Although I've seen the movie on LMN several times, I decided to

Although I've seen the movie on LMN several times, I decided to read the book anyway so as to stay in sync with the series. The book was better, and I can't wait to read the next book in the series.

IF YOU LOVE MYSTERIESM, YOU WILL LOVE THIS SERIES

After reading the first in the Eve Duncan Series of books, I've read all the ones I have found so far. Eve Duncan is a fabulous character that you'll fall in love with her. I would recommend reading the series in order. It's a lot easier to follow the charachters if you start with #1 in the series.

Fantastic reading...

I love the books that Iris Johansen has written. I try to get the new releases as soon as I can. Now I am in the process of going back and reading and buying books in the Duncan murder books. Keep you wanting to keep on reading and anxious to get to the end to see what happens.

Great book

I never saw the conclusion coming. It was totally unexpected. This was a fast paced and suspenseful read.

great read as all of her books are

loved all the books in this series, I still can't believe they did such a poor job on the movie though

To slow for me.

I am still waiting for my books.What is going on?

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Highly recommended TV movie

I can't wait to see the movie. The Killing Game is going to be on Lifetime on October 31. It's about time that someone made a movie from these great books.

5 out of 5

I give this book five out of five stars! This is one of Iris Johansen's best, by far! The characters are very well played out, easy to understand. The plot takes place in Atlanta, very good plot. All of Johansen's books are has a good writing style. The whole serial killer stalking a person isn't very original, but its still awesome. The cover of the book describes the place where they found one of the bodies, so it descries it well. This book is very dramatic, thrilling, and a little bit romantic, but not really. This is a very good book!

Awesome! Awesome! Awesome!

Iris Johansen is an awesome writier! Once you pick up her book, you can't put it down until your done with it. Even when you are finished with the book, you'll find yourself going back to pick it up to read it again. An amazingly written book!!!

Amazin

I'm a new reader to Iris Johansen...this is the 2nd book I've read and I am a new addict! This book was great, the twists and turns kept me coming back all the time. I tend to read at night to help me relax before bed, but with this book, I had to make myself put it down and get some sleep. Often up until 1 or 2 am because I just couldn't put it down.

Okay

Entertaining but I must say I'm not that big on the Eve Duncan story line. It's the same story over and over.

Better than the 1st

After reading the 1st Eve Duncan book I was so disappointed. I thought it was horrible. Quite frankly Iris Johansen didnt impress me as an author. I can definately say this second book was wayyyyy better. I kinda have trouble with Eve's character but the plot was great and the hard twist at the end had me applauding. Im hoping Iris Johansen wins my heart with the next book I read. We will see. As for The Killing Game, overall good book and Id recommend it.

one of the best

iris johansen really did her thing is this cat and mouse book follwing the life of eve duncan.i think people of all ages would enjoy this book as i have and wiil read almost all of her books.

An edgy,mysterious,haunting novel you are bound to love!

Iris Johansen is at the top of her game again with her latest thrilling book The Killing Game. In between a romance and a mystery, this book keeps you on the edge of your seat. From growing up in a bad neighborhood and having a prostitute for a mom Eve Duncan has had a rough childhood. Then to top it all off, her daughter¿s killer is back again to play a dangerous game. He knows a lot about Eve but does she know him? He is threatening not only those whom she loves but those whom she has never even met. Will he stop at just one kill or must it take others to entertain him. I really liked this book because each time I thought I knew what was going to happen, it changed and I had to keep reading to find out the next move. Also this book has a lot of edgy mystery but has just enough romance to make it the perfect book for me. If you like any of Johansen¿s books then I definitely recommend this one. If you have read The Face of Deception then the next book for you is The Killing Game which in turn is followed by The Search. If you¿re interested to see what happens to these characters then wait no longer and get your copy today.

Why not a movie?

Great character development and exciting from start to finish

outstanding book

i couldn t believe it. I have only read over 500 books in my life and i think it is safe to say that this will be the best one i cant see and other book beating this one. the details in this book had me thinking ahead and getting it wrong all the time (most of the books I read I get it right) not with iris she is in a league of he own i would have to say best author ever and that is an understatement. Cant wait to read the next one got it right beside me so thank you iris for let me feel like I am in the story.

The best by far

Iris outdid herself with this one. It pulls you into the story immediately and keeps you turning pages. Just when you think you know what will happen next, she adds a new twist. This one will have you guessing up until the very end and then leave you stunned. I loved this book.

Johansen does it again

If you would have told me Iris Johansen could do a better book than 'Deception' I would have called you a liar. But was I wrong. 'The Killing Game' was better, if only by a couple fractions. I felt Eve's frustration and anger pulsing from the page and into me. And the end was mind blowing. I usually have no trouble guessing who and whatnot, but this one threw me. Bravo Ms Johansen.