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Aggravated Momentum: A Riveting Psychological Thriller Kindle Edition

by Didi Oviatt (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars 53 ratings
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After sisters Markie and Kam get tangled with the wrong people at the wrong time, long-buried family secrets begin to emerge.

A serial killer is targeting people close to them. As danger inches closer and closer to home, twisted desires become a reality. The deeper they dig, the darker the secrets they find.

But who is the cold, calculated murderer, and can they find a way to survive?

Praise:

★★★★★ - "There is an authenticity to Ms. Oviatt's writing that is refreshing to experience in a thriller-type novel."

★★★★★ - "A murder mystery with plenty of drama, suspense and danger. Fans of mystery and thriller genres will love this book."

★★★★★ - "Fast-paced and full of twists I never saw coming. I was hooked immediately."

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Reviewed by Deborah Lloyd for Readers' Favorite (5 stars)

Didi Oviatt, the author of Aggravated Momentum, developed a strong, fascinating cast of characters in this thrilling fictional work. Markie is a young single woman who has been greatly affected by the murder of her best friend, Beth. Her sister, Kam, is supportive, yet challenges her to end the grieving and get back into the world of nightclubbing and dating. As more tragedies occur in Markie's life, the fear and complications continue to build into an unforgettable crescendo. Soon, it becomes virtually impossible for Markie to trust almost anyone; even her dreams become horrible nightmares. No place, nor any person, seems safe anymore. The enthralling intrigue builds; eventually, many secrets are revealed - and the complicated killer is identified.

A page-turning, enticing thriller keeps the reader guessing, and this novel does exactly that. Aggravated Momentum is an exciting adventure, full of unexpected twists and turns and unforeseen developments. Because the characters are so interesting, the reader is engaged from the first page to the last. Ms. Oviatt's writing style is clear; scenes and characters are believable. The characters are convincingly portrayed, and one can visualize and hear the voice of each person in the story. There are some love scenes that are not too graphic and reveal the characters' personalities. In other words, there is a purpose to the love scenes, not just as an addition for the sake of sensationalism. There is an authenticity to Ms. Oviatt's writing that is refreshing to experience in a thriller-type novel.

Readers Favorite (4 stars): Kim AnisiMarkie becomes the victim of a rather sick stalker in Aggravated Momentum by Didi Oviatt. The reader is immediately thrown into a situation in which she/he becomes the witness to a murder. We then get to meet Markie, whose mother had the habit of giving strange names to their kids. She has lost her best friends - also to a murder. When a female neighbor also gets murdered in the same fashion and Markie's best friend's necklace is found on her body, it becomes clear that Markie is all the victims have in common. At the same time, a new man who is a little weird turns up in Markie's life. Suddenly, Markie sees suspects everywhere and wonders who of her friends will be his next victim.

If I did not have to get up early in the morning the following day, I would have read Aggravated Momentum by Didi Oviatt in just one long sitting - but with about two hours to go, I just had to stop and continue the following day. It doesn't happen often that thrillers really grip me or surprise me. This one did. Who the bad person is becomes very clear about one third into the book. At first, I was disappointed because the reveal came so early and I thought this is it, there is nothing else interesting to come. But first of all, it was quite a shock to suddenly see everything from the point of view of the bad character - and the story was not over by a long shot. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book.


Readers Favorite (5 stars): Gisela DixonAggravated Momentum by Didi Oviatt is a thriller/murder mystery set against the ordinary backdrop of an average family. Markie and Kam are sisters. As sisters, although they do not always get along, there is genuine caring between them. Kam has been dating Brock on and off for a long time and their lives revolve around friends, dating, and family as usual. However, things take a turn for the worse when there is a murder. Next on the list appears to be Markie herself. Indeed the entire family is in shock and fearful as inexplicable things begin to happen. There is real danger lurking around the corner. This is a gripping thriller of a family caught in the web of a desperate murderer as they all try to grapple with and understand the truth.

Aggravated Momentum by Didi Oviatt is a murder mystery with plenty of drama, suspense, and yes, danger. Intermingled with all this is the usual girl talk between sisters and their friends about boys, relationships, and dating which lends a very "normal" and everyday feel to the book. I thought the characters were well drawn and I found the friendships in the book to be portrayed very realistically. There is an element of fear and suspense throughout as the story is told through the words of various characters. All in all, fans of mystery and thriller genres will love this book as it moves with a fast pace towards a thrilling and gripping ending.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01MV2G5RO
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Terminal Velocity - A Next Chapter Imprint; 2nd edition (February 7, 2017)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 7, 2017
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2724 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 375 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars 53 ratings

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Didi Oviatt is an intuitive soul. She’s a wife and mother first, with one son and one daughter. Her thirst to write was developed at an early age, and she never looked back. After digging down deep and getting in touch with her literary self, she's writing mystery/thrillers like Search For Maylee, Justice for Belle, Aggravated Momentum, The Stix, New Age Lamians (a trilogy to be), and more, along with a six- piece short story collection called the Time Wasters. She’s also collaborated with Kim Knight in an ongoing interactive short story anthology The Suspenseful Collection. When Didi doesn’t have her nose buried in a book, she can be found enjoying a laid-back outdoorsy lifestyle. Time spent sleeping under the stars, hiking, fishing, and ATVing the back roads of beautiful mountain trails, and sun-bathing in the desert heat play an important part of her day to day lifestyle.

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Kathryn A Defranc
5.0 out of 5 stars What You Don't Know About Your Family May Kill You!
Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2021
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This story starts fast and twisty, and continues with surprises, one after another right until the end! We meet Markie, a woman still grieving her best friend who was murdered, and her carefree sister Kam. Kam is trying to get her sister to go out and have some fun, so Markie finally accepts a blind date. While she is actually enjoying herself, Kam calls in a panic begging her to come home. The young lady who lives in the house across from her is murdered, and the scene is so much like her best friend's, Beth. Then she notes the necklace...Is that Beth's, but it was on My mirror!!
What a suspenseful adventure you are drawn right into! I read from start to finish, hooked on the interesting lives of the characters, and waiting to jump at what happens Next! A psychological thriller that will Definitely take your mind off everything around you!!
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Dani Pirok
5.0 out of 5 stars You are missing out if you haven't read this novel!😁
Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2018
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Wowza, Didi Oviatt has done it again and has gone above and beyond with a fantastic read that put me on an emotional rollercoaster! There were many twists and turns and a conclusion that will make your jaw drop! A must read to anyone whom loves a good serial killer thriller.🤩
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2.0 out of 5 stars Sort of an interesting concept--but it needs work
Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2023
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I read this book because it was recommended, along with mine, by our mutual publisher as a "psychological thriller." While at times, there were hints of that, the work as a whole fell well short of that description. I really wanted to like this book, but try as I might, I could not. The main characters are universally under-developed and the motives for their actions are either non-existent or ridiculously cliché. There is a copious amount of internal dialogue that slows the story unnecessary while adding little or no tangible value to the story. Another reviewer complained that the author revealed the villain too soon, but I disagree. If the author had convinced us there were plausible reasons for his actions, it could have been very effective strategy. The author changes perspective in several places throughout the work, which again could have been effective tactic, except every character sounded nearly identical to the others. This book has received many favorable reviews, but for this reader, telling us that the main characters are "all crazy" isn't enough.
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4.0 out of 5 stars I'm a huge fan of thrillers and this one definitely sets a good pace
Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2016
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I generally don't like first person present for books, but this one works. I'm a huge fan of thrillers and this one definitely sets a good pace. It had just enough violence in it without going over the top. I mean, you can't have a book about a serial killer without some kind of violence right?

One of the biggest things I didn't like was that after a while it starts to switch to different POVs. It would have made a bigger reveal of who the killer was and a few various twists if it hadn't jumped into their heads. Don't get me wrong, I love when you get to see the POV of the killer, I just think giving it away so soon might have taken away from the surprise.

I also think the prologue should have been about the death of Beth and not one of the various people way down the road. That's just my opinion though.

Overall I really enjoyed it. I was a quick, fast paced read that I was able to finish in about a day and two sittings. I normally don't talk about covers, but I have to give it up for this one because it's gorgeous.

I can't wait to see what come's out of this author's head next.
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wishdreamhope
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it, didn't want it to end!
Reviewed in the United States on October 12, 2016
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I have always loved reading but have been busy and haven't been able to stick with a book that captures my interest enough to make time for it...until I started reading this. I also haven't been able to get through a kindle book before because I like having a physical book, but this was so good that I just kept reading and it wasn't a problem at all on my smartphone. I really enjoyed this book and found the characters to be relatable. It captivated my interest and I liked getting into the minds of each of the main characters with the way it was written from each of their perspectives. My only wish was that it kept going!
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Jessica Christensen
5.0 out of 5 stars Phenomenal characters!
Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2016
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The multiple perspectives is genious! I would recommend this book to anyone who has psychology interest. The specific character markers are great! Each character has specific psychological traits that I enjoyed analyzing! Awesome book!
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Jessy Swasey
5.0 out of 5 stars LOVED IT!!!
Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2016
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All I enjoy reading are mystery/thrillers. This was SO GOOD! I couldn't put it down! Definitely a page turner! If you're into thriller type books this is definitely a good one to read!!!
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Camylle Longmore
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing
Reviewed in the United States on March 1, 2017
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A real page Turner. I couldn't put it down. I loved that there was different views throughout the book. There were great twists and surprises. I loved that there was never a dull moment. It was exciting and insuring the whole time.
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Lorrii
5.0 out of 5 stars More twists than a corkscrew!
Reviewed in Canada on November 1, 2016
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You think you know where you are at the start of this book. Then you realise, you have no clue what will be around the next corner.

I liked that we got to see some of the characters from both their own, and a different character's perspective. At the start I felt a lot of empathy with Markie, but later in the book she seemed like a bit of a pain in the butt. This in part was due to the clever use of seeing her from the other characters eyes. This is something I've not seen done before. It was interesting.

When we find out who the killer is, I thought it was too fast to find this out, but actually, again, it was a smart use of getting into the killer's head to see what will happen next.

As a reader, I'd have liked a couple more chapters with Markie in the middle, to bring me back to her again. And a couple more chapters with Markie and Kam. Just to build up that relationship more.

Without giving away spoilers (because the twists really are twists!) I'd also have liked some sort of revelation about the character connections near the end. It also would have been good to go down the path of two of the characters after one of the big twists, but maybe that will be in the sequel!

All in all, a good read. Lots of stuff I didn't expect.
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