The Shadow Killer

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It's Father's Day weekend--a tough time for Charlie D, host of a late-night radio call-in show that offers supportive advice to troubled listeners. For years Charlie has been alienated from his father--a retired politician who was always too busy for his son when Charlie was growing up. The trouble is, his dad has chosen this weekend to attempt to reconcile with his son. Charlie is not keen to forgive. But Charlie's personal issues suddenly seem mundane when an email arrives from a young listener that outlines ...
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It's Father's Day weekend--a tough time for Charlie D, host of a late-night radio call-in show that offers supportive advice to troubled listeners. For years Charlie has been alienated from his father--a retired politician who was always too busy for his son when Charlie was growing up. The trouble is, his dad has chosen this weekend to attempt to reconcile with his son. Charlie is not keen to forgive. But Charlie's personal issues suddenly seem mundane when an email arrives from a young listener that outlines his very specific plans to kill not just his father but his entire family. The deeply troubled boy could be anywhere, and Charlie has just two hours to discover his identity and stop him from murder.
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Editorial Reviews

Southwestern Ohio Young Adult Materials Review Group
"Packs a lot of action into a mere 87 pages. The Rapid Reads line of books is perfect for the adult on the go who desires an intriguing read that can be devoured in one setting."
CM Magazine
"[A] compelling reading experience....Romance, suspense, witty dialogue, and swiftly-drawn but completely believable characters make this a book which offers something for everyone. Fans of Bowen's other "Rapid Read" novels will not be disappointed, and those who haven't yet experienced her work can start with this one. The Shadow Killer is a book which will appeal both to adult readers and to reluctant senior high school students. The exploration of the father-son dynamic will resonate with readers of both genders, and the swift-moving plot will keep readers engaged, regardless of their reading skill level."
VOYA - MaryAnn Harlan
It is Father's Day weekend and Charlie D is not in the mood for cheeriness. He is desperately trying to make contact with a young man who wants to "make life better for them all," once he kills his father. The only problem is time is running out for Charlie D and the young man's family. This is a quick read for those who like mysteries, but do not have the time to read something longer. The radio studio setting works well, but because this is the place the author chose to unfold the story, she could have put more focus on the mystery caller instead of on Charlie D's life. The climax of the story was acceptable, but almost to the point of being unbelievable. The most interesting and realistic character was the protagonist of the story. This is a good book for middle or junior high school readers seeking a pleasure read that is quick and easy (Rapid Reads) Reviewer: MaryAnn Harlan
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Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9781554698769
  • Publisher: Orca Book Publishers
  • Publication date: 9/1/2011
  • Series: Rapid Reads Series
  • Pages: 112
  • Sales rank: 439,225
  • Product dimensions: 4.25 (w) x 7.25 (h) x 0.30 (d)

Meet the Author

Gail Bowen’s bestselling mystery series featuring Joanne Kilbourn will number an even dozen titles with the publication of The Nesting Dolls in August 2010. The first six books in the series have appeared as made-for-television movies with world-wide distribution. Winner of both the Arthur Ellis Best Novel Award and the Derrick Murdoch Award for Lifetime Achievement from the Crime Writers of Canada, in 2008 Bowen was named “Canada’s Best Mystery Novelist” by Reader’s Digest. She was selected as one of "The 100 Most Popular Contemporary Mystery Authors" for an upcoming Library Unlimited reference book.
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"For all of us, being dead would be better than living with him. When Charlie said 'no man is a man until his father dies,' I knew what I had to do."
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