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Point of Control Kindle Edition

by L.J. Sellers (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
3.9 out of 5 stars 998 ratings

Two world-renowned scientists have disappeared, and FBI agent Andra Bailey is assigned to find them and hunt down the kidnapper. She’s exactly the right person to get it done. In her personal life, Bailey works hard to control her sociopathic tendencies. But on the job, her cold logic comes in handy.

The agent soon suspects that a rare-metal shortage may be the link between the disappearances and that the motive is far more dangerous than she imagined. With the tech market in turmoil and prices sky-high, electronics companies and their power-hungry CEOs are ready to do anything—even kill—to keep production lines going.

When a third scientist disappears, Bailey throws caution aside to track the crimes to their source. But the clock is ticking on the scientist’s life, and when the bureau pulls its support, Bailey is on her own to stop the meltdown.

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  1. Print length
    302 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Thomas & Mercer
  4. Publication date
    January 19, 2016
  5. File size
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“L.J.Sellers outdoes herself in Point of Control, a nonstop action juggernaut that gives the reader a unique female protagonist and lots of real-life issues to think about. The book ranks right up there with the best of her excellent series novels.” —Tim Hallinan, bestselling author of The Junior Bender Mysteries

“With cutting-edge technology, nonstop action, and a wholly original character in Agent Bailey, L.J. Sellers, Point of Control is a heart-pounding thriller that is smart as all get-out.” —J. Carson Black, New York Times bestselling author

“In this solid thriller, Sellers (The Gauntlet Assassin) combines a deeply flawed, yet sympathetic lead, with a clever and plausible plot device.” —Publishers Weekly

“[A] page turner for lovers of technology and an original story that definitely has not been done before.” —Suspense Magazine

About the Author

L.J. Sellers writes the bestselling Detective Jackson mystery/thriller series—a two-time Readers’ Favorite Award winner—as well as the Agent Dallas series and provocative stand-alone thrillers. Her seventeen novels have been highly praised by reviewers, and she’s one of the highest-rated crime fiction authors on Amazon.com.

Sellers resides in Eugene, Oregon, where many of her novels are set, and is a Grand Neal Award–winning journalist. She’s also the founder of Housing Help, a charity dedicated to keeping families from becoming homeless. When not plotting murders or working with her foundation, Sellers enjoys stand-up comedy, cycling, social networking, and mystery conventions. She’s also been known to jump out of airplanes.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B010UMT8UU
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Thomas & Mercer (January 19, 2016)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 19, 2016
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.0 MB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 302 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
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L.J. Sellers writes the bestselling Detective Jackson mysteries—a four-time winner of the Readers Favorite Awards. She also pens the high-octane Agent Dallas series, the Extractors series, and provocative standalone thrillers. A woman of many words, L.J. also writes thriller scripts, including the true story of how she rescued her grandchildren from a cult in Costa Rica.

L.J. resides in Eugene, Oregon where many of her 30 novels are set, and she’s an award-winning journalist who earned the Grand Neal. When not plotting murders, she enjoys standup comedy, cycling, and zip-lining. She's also been known to jump out of airplanes.

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Customers find the book thoroughly enjoyable with a fast-paced plot that keeps them enthralled until the end, featuring lots of twists and turns. The writing style receives mixed feedback, with some finding it well written while others describe it as stilted. The character development also gets mixed reviews, with some liking them while others note they lack depth.

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34 customers mention "Readability"27 positive7 negative

Customers find the book thoroughly enjoyable, with one describing it as a page-turner.

"...The good guys won! The book was fast-paced and thoroughly enjoyable, so I heartily recommend it to the discerning reader...." Read more

"...was the first novel I've read by L. J. Sellers and found it to be quite enjoyable...." Read more

"...Although the stories and characters are not very complex, they are satisfying. I find myself reading faster and faster as the mystery unfolds...." Read more

"...so many, carry so much power to the money hungry thieves ... a good few hours read. Sellers always is worth the read...." Read more

29 customers mention "Plot"29 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the plot of the book, finding it exciting with lots of twists and turns that keep them enthralled until the end.

"...I liked the characters and the storyline. So typical of something the government would do . . . and best of all? The good guys won!..." Read more

"...with the storyline at times, I recommend this to those who enjoy espionage thrillers. I plan on reading another of Ms. Seller's novels in the future." Read more

"...The story becomes engaging about 50% through, so hang in there and you'll get some enjoyment from this book" Read more

"...This story is especially fast paced. Although the stories and characters are not very complex, they are satisfying...." Read more

11 customers mention "Pacing"11 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's pacing, describing it as a page-turner.

"...and best of all? The good guys won! The book was fast-paced and thoroughly enjoyable, so I heartily recommend it to the discerning reader...." Read more

"...I find myself reading faster and faster as the mystery unfolds...." Read more

"It was an o k quick read. Kept my I interest while recovering from a back issue. I'll probably try some of her other books." Read more

"...This book moved fast and kept your interest. I definitely recommend it." Read more

16 customers mention "Character development"11 positive5 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the character development in the book, with some enjoying them and appreciating the new twist on protagonists, while others find them lacking depth.

"...I liked the characters and the storyline. So typical of something the government would do . . . and best of all? The good guys won!..." Read more

"I'm a fan of Detective Jackson, this new character is interesting, the plot is labored, the writing choppy...." Read more

"...This story is especially fast paced. Although the stories and characters are not very complex, they are satisfying...." Read more

"...Some of the characters are okay and some are hard to remember at times so I would say that they are not developed enough...." Read more

15 customers mention "Writing style"10 positive5 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the writing style of the book, with some finding it well written and easy to read, while others describe it as stilted.

"This is a very well-written book. There is a lot of action and many twists and turns and a little romance...." Read more

"This book was well written. There were a couple of editing mistakes, but nothing overwhelming or even majorly noticeable...." Read more

"...this new character is interesting, the plot is labored, the writing choppy...." Read more

"Another great book by this great author. Have read many of her books and am never disappointed. I look forward to her next book." Read more

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  • Amazon Customer - Babs
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good Detective Read
    Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2016
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    I read a loser book before this and while it was a bad memory I slipped into this book like it was a favorite pair of comfy slippers. I like L.J. Sellers writing. I was "there" within minutes of starting to read and I was comfortable with the book and the story. I liked the characters and the storyline. So typical of something the government would do . . . and best of all? The good guys won! The book was fast-paced and thoroughly enjoyable, so I heartily recommend it to the discerning reader. 😉 I see no reason why you would not enjoy this one and I plan to read more as I've found myself a fan of this (new to me) author.
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  • World B
    4.0 out of 5 stars A Fast-Paced Thriller
    Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2016
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    This was the first novel I've read by L. J. Sellers and found it to be quite enjoyable. Coincidentally, it was also a timely plot with the current debate over cellphone encryption as the Justice Department pushes Apple to unlock the phone of a deceased terrorist. But back to this book, it kept my interest throughout, and while somewhat of a stretch with the storyline at times, I recommend this to those who enjoy espionage thrillers. I plan on reading another of Ms. Seller's novels in the future.
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  • Christine A.
    3.0 out of 5 stars so hang in there and you'll get some enjoyment from this book
    Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2017
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    I'm a fan of Detective Jackson, this new character is interesting, the plot is labored, the writing choppy.
    The story becomes engaging about 50% through, so hang in there and you'll get some enjoyment from
    this book
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  • annieb13
    5.0 out of 5 stars Recommended for dedicated mystery buffs. Very good read.
    Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2016
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    One of my favorite authors. I buy her mysteries whenever they are advertised and am never disappointed. This story is especially fast paced. Although the stories and characters are not very complex, they are satisfying. I find myself reading faster and faster as the mystery unfolds. I don't like to give much away in a review since the fun is in the discovery of the plot and characters.
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  • judy d fraughton
    4.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable read.
    Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2016
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    This is a very well-written book. There is a lot of action and many twists and turns and a little romance. Some of the characters are okay and some are hard to remember at times so I would say that they are not developed enough. I liked the book and can recommend it.
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  • Remnant0888
    5.0 out of 5 stars Never fails to DELIVER.
    Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2016
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    Interesting characters, that I hope we will hear from again in future books. Sellers has written into it ... an interesting "sociopath". I like her, but then I have empathy.
    Amazing that the cell phones that keep us in touch to so many, carry so much power to the money hungry thieves ... a good few hours read.
    Sellers always is worth the read. Can't wait to see what's next for Andra. ☆☆☆☆☆☆
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  • Gary RV_Wizard
    3.0 out of 5 stars A pleasant read
    Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2017
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    Decent character and plot. Not gonna be a best seller, but it's a pleasant read for a few evenings
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  • In Love with Editing
    4.0 out of 5 stars Worth the Read!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2016
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    This book was well written. There were a couple of editing mistakes, but nothing overwhelming or even majorly noticeable. I especially enjoyed the main character...the aggressive, confident agent whose in love with her job and certain risk-taking. Great plot. Thoroughly enjoyable.
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  • Paul Goodall
    4.0 out of 5 stars Point of control.
    Reviewed in Australia on March 20, 2016
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    A fast paced novel combining murder, kidnapping, corporate greed, and high politics. An intriguing mix, with agent Bailey in the midst of the cauldron.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent and feasible..
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 24, 2017
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    Excellent this author is definitely one of my favorites easy reading but full of interesting and feasible suspense!
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  • Amazon Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
    Reviewed in Canada on March 16, 2016
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    Well done. Will start a series
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  • Kindle Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Point of control
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 2, 2018
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    Enjoyed reading Point of Control it kept me on my toes and was a satisfying read sorry it is finished
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  • Amazon Customer
    1.0 out of 5 stars Not one of the best
    Reviewed in Canada on April 19, 2016
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    Not one of the best from LJ Sellers. Slow moving with jumps in the action that do not tie together or make logical operational sense. I came close to just putting the book down and moving on to something else. Central character is weak and boring.
    Would like more of Detective Jackson from the author
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