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Severed Relations : A Finn O'Brien/ Cori Anderson Thriller (Finn O'Brien/Cori Anderson Crime Thrillers Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Rebecca Forster (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 out of 5 stars 3,619 ratings
Murder behind the gates of Fremont Place was unusual…

Two children and a nanny slaughtered in the home of a rich young lawyer and his beautiful wife was unheard of. Shunned cop, Detective Finn O'Brien, and his partner, Cori Anderson, must connect the dots between the L.A. ladies-who-lunch, lawyers who skate on the edge of the law, pornographers, and Hollywood freaks.

Following a trail of bodies and shattered relationships, they uncover a horrific truth behind the murders that will either bind them together for eternity or sever their relationship in the cruelest cut of all.

“This compelling story is full of human and circumstantial tension from beginning to end.”

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    Finn O'Brien/Cori Anderson Crime Thrillers
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Rebecca Forster wrote her first book on a crazy dare and found her passion. Now, with over thirty novels to her name, she is both a USA Today and Amazon best selling author. The CBS legal correspondent has called her books "Perfect...impossible to put down". Residing in Southern California, Rebecca is married to a superior court judge and is the mother of two sons.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01D9I4DK2
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Rebecca Forster; 1st edition (June 1, 2016)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 1, 2016
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.2 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 390 pages
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Rebecca Forster will try anything once, but when she was dared to write a book she found her passion. Now a USA Today and Amazon best selling author with over 40 books to her name, Rebecca is known for her keen ear for dialogue, three dimensional characters, an eye for detail, twisted plots and unexpected endings. From court watching to weapons training, landing by tail hook on an aircraft carrier to police ride-alongs, Rebecca is dedicated to hands-on research and her stories are inspired by real life crime. "There is a poignancy to crime stories," Rebecca says when asked why she writes thrillers. "Those who investigate or prosecute crimes are personally challenged to be heroic and the victims are forever changed. There is no greater drama." Married to a superior court judge, she is the mother of two grown sons. Contact her here:

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Customers find this thriller engaging with great plot twists and an unforgettable ending. Moreover, the book is well-written with three-dimensional characters whose interactions provide plenty of action, and customers say it keeps them interested throughout.

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131 customers mention "Suspenseful story"107 positive24 negative

Customers enjoy the suspenseful story of the book, which features great plot twists and an unforgettable ending.

"This is an awesome thriller by a very talented writer. I have read many of Ms. Forester's books and they are truly inspiring. You will!..." Read more

"This is an interesting story. I felt drawn to this cast of characters. Cori Anderson is a detective for the LAPD...." Read more

"...The story moves along nicely with some good twists and turns along with a few predictable results. Good stuff." Read more

"...Great mystery novel with an unexpected ending... Inspirational Author ~ Dolores Ayotte [..." Read more

81 customers mention "Enjoyment"78 positive3 negative

Customers find the book enjoyable and worth their time, with one customer describing it as thrilling to the end.

"...This is a book for everyone to enjoy and will be fun to re-read too." Read more

"...He is apparently very good looking and attracts a lot of female attention...." Read more

"(3). A nice freebie. Lots of procedural fun, a solid protagonist in Finn O’Brien and some solid side characters including a pretty psycho bad guy...." Read more

"...exposure to Author Rebecca Forster and I must say it was an enjoyable experience...." Read more

72 customers mention "Writing quality"69 positive3 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, describing it as well written and wonderful to read, with one customer noting that cops with issues make for good reading.

"This is an awesome thriller by a very talented writer. I have read many of Ms. Forester's books and they are truly inspiring. You will!..." Read more

"...It’s an emotional experience. Fast paced and believable. I am recommending it." Read more

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"...I highly recommend this book and author. Can't wait to read her next book." Read more

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Customers appreciate the character development in the book, noting the three-dimensional personalities and how their interactions provide plenty of action.

"...The story is well written with very well defined characters and so intense. An intriguing story that keeps you guessing until the end...." Read more

"This is an interesting story. I felt drawn to this cast of characters. Cori Anderson is a detective for the LAPD...." Read more

"(3). A nice freebie. Lots of procedural fun, a solid protagonist in Finn O’Brien and some solid side characters including a pretty psycho bad guy...." Read more

"...This was a rich story filled with interesting characters and an ending that will make you want to rip your hair out!..." Read more

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Customers find the book engaging, with several mentioning it kept them reading throughout, and one noting its thought-provoking content.

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  • Sunny
    5.0 out of 5 stars A very intriguing and exciting mystery. You won't want to miss this great story.
    Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2018
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    This is an awesome thriller by a very talented writer. I have read many of Ms. Forester's books and they are truly inspiring. You will! Not want to put it down and it keeps you on your toes. The story is well written with very well defined characters and so intense. An intriguing story that keeps you guessing until the end. Please don't read the ending first or you will spoil the entire story. This is a book for everyone to enjoy and will be fun to re-read too.
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  • Rebecca Paige
    4.0 out of 5 stars My first book by Ms Forster
    Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2023
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    This is an interesting story. I felt drawn to this cast of characters. Cori Anderson is a detective for the LAPD. Her partner Finn O’Brien is originally from Ireland and still speaks with a brogue. He is apparently very good looking and attracts a lot of female attention. They are well matched as partners and have not crossed that invisible line into a personal relationship - yet. The storyline involves a young very successful family and the events that led to their demise. It’s an emotional experience. Fast paced and believable. I am recommending it.
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  • Headly
    5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding mystery
    Reviewed in the United States on November 1, 2023
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    Irish Detective Finn and his partner snag a case that might be their last. Not only is this case baffling, but because of something Finn did earlier in his career, he now finds himself alone in the precinct without backup except from the one person who is his partner.

    The story breaks down to human greed with the killing of innocent children and the nanny who was their protector.

    Detective Finn and his partner must untangle this web of death completely on their own and the truth.... is shocking

    Top notch writing !
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  • Donald Gorman
    3.0 out of 5 stars Twisty
    Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2024
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    (3). A nice freebie. Lots of procedural fun, a solid protagonist in Finn O’Brien and some solid side characters including a pretty psycho bad guy. The story moves along nicely with some good twists and turns along with a few predictable results. Good stuff.
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  • Dolores Ayotte
    4.0 out of 5 stars Suspenseful and unpredictable...
    Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2018
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    Severed Relations: A Finn O'Brien Crime Thriller (The Finn O'Brien Thriller Series Book 1) by Author Rebecca Forster

    This is my first exposure to Author Rebecca Forster and I must say it was an enjoyable experience. The mysterious murder of a nanny and two young girls takes place at Fremont Place. This is a ritzy part of the city with a gated community so the reason behind the murders is elusive.

    Detective Finn O'Brien and his partner Cori Anderson are called in to solve the case. O'Brien is just back from leave and does not have the support of his fellow policemen. They consider him to be a cop killer as he shot a cop in the line of duty. The only one who seems willing to work with him is his former partner Cori Anderson.

    The murdered nanny is slain in her bedroom along with the children while the parents, Sam and Elizabeth Barnett, are vacationing in Paris. Upon their return, they discover the horrific scene. The many twists and turns that ensue lead O'Brien and Anderson on a wild and dangerous chase with more deaths to follow and a macabre and puzzling link between the nanny, pornography, and the Barnett's.

    Great mystery novel with an unexpected ending...

    Inspirational Author ~ Dolores Ayotte
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  • Beverly Gonzalez
    5.0 out of 5 stars Detectives Finn O'Brien and Cori Anderson respond to the vicious crime of a live in nanny and 2 innocent children. The reason and the who is as shocking as the murders but will O'Brien and Anderson figure it out?
    Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2020
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    The beautifully appointed home, in a rich gated community, gave no inkling as to what had happened on the second floor. The nanny lay in a pool of blood from the gunshot wound that ended her life. The 2 girls were butchered with a knife and bore no resemblance to the chatterboxes that once lived in the house. Finn O'Brien and Cori Anderson were called to sort out the chaotic mess and find whoever had committed the atrocity. As detectives O'Brien and Anderson investigate the case it is anything but cut and dried. The parents, Sam and Elizabeth Barnett, are wealthy upstanding people in the community so the murders make no sense. They wondered if it was retribution for something or perhaps a random act of violence. O'Brien is teetering on losing his job because he'd been ostracized by the cop community for killing a fellow cop even though it wad justified. Anderson a single mother and grandmother has her problems as well. They each fight their own demons as they work to solve this case. The murders are eventually caught but something doesn't fit as Finn closes in on Sam Barnett the father and the dirty dealings that made him a millionaire. I read this book in 2 sittings. The surprise ending will catch you off guard. I highly recommend this book and author. Can't wait to read her next book.
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  • Georgann M Richard
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wow!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2024
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    Be prepared to have your mind blown. This was a rich story filled with interesting characters and an ending that will make you want to rip your hair out! This author has never disappointed me & I have read many of her novels. This was the first in this series but it certainly won’t be the last. Keep them coming Rebecca!
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  • helen roberts
    5.0 out of 5 stars Finn
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 22, 2019
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    Interesting and well thought out story line. Bold believable main characters. Reader kept hooked and in the dark until the end.
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  • jan
    2.0 out of 5 stars didn’t gel
    Reviewed in Spain on November 17, 2023
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    Story line good but did not like the over the top Irish detective Finn. The story line was good & intriguing felt let down by the detectives acting & reacting blindly. Has the author ever been to Ireland and mixed with true Irish people.
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  • audrey
    4.0 out of 5 stars good enough read
    Reviewed in Australia on March 27, 2019
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    I got this book for 'free' and it was worth reading.
    It jumped about a bit in terms of the characters being in one place and then suddenly
    in another which was a bit off putting but otherwise it was a good story and a surprising ending
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  • Omnimancer
    5.0 out of 5 stars not the usual police procedural or serial killer story
    Reviewed in Canada on November 27, 2022
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    I liked the scene crafting and emotional depth of the writing. The characters were credible and human.
    I could not stop until I got to the ending. I kept rooting for some of the protagonists and liked it when the final bit revealing the killer and the rounding out the story were a surprise and at the same time, logical when the clues were aligned to a different viewpoint.
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  • Gadget66
    4.0 out of 5 stars Hard to put down, at times
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 21, 2019
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    I have rated Severed Relations as 4 stars because it is a really good read. The storyline is very good and some parts were so exciting that I struggled to put the book down when I had things to do. The downside however, is that whilst I didn't figure out the ending in full, I did work out who did it, which sort of spoiled it for me. It's like when you watch a television drama unfold but they try to throw you off a scent in a way that is a little obvious. Or maybe I watch and read that many crime dramas that I now have a knack for figuring things out. That said, still an excellent read and fun getting to know the major characters.
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