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Black In White: A Fated Mates Paranormal Mystery Romance (Quentin Black Mystery Book 1) Kindle Edition

by JC Andrijeski (Author) Format: Kindle Edition

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Book 1 of 16: Quentin Black Mystery

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Meet Quentin Black: Private Investigator. Psychic. Possible murderer.

Gifted with an uncanny sense about people, psychologist Miri Fox works as a profiler for the San Francisco police. When her best friend, homicide detective Nick Tanaka, thinks he's finally nailed the serial murderer known as the "Wedding Killer," she agrees to check him out, using her gift to discover the truth.

But the suspect, Quentin Black, isn't anything like Miri expects.

He claims to be hunting the killer too, and the longer Miri talks to him, the more determined she becomes to uncover his secrets.

When he confronts her about the nature of her peculiar "insight," Miri gets pulled into Black's bizarre world, and embroiled in a game of cat and mouse with a deadly killer--who might just be Black himself.

Worse, she finds herself irresistibly drawn to Black, a complication she doesn't need with a best friend who's a homicide cop and a boyfriend in intelligence.

Can Miriam see a way out or is her future covered in Black?

THE QUENTIN BLACK MYSTERY SERIES encompasses a number of dark, gritty paranormal mystery arcs with science fiction elements, starring brilliant and mysterious Quentin Black and forensic psychologist Miriam Fox. For fans of realistic paranormal mysteries with romantic elements, the series spans continents and dimensions as Black solves crimes, takes on other races and tries to keep his and Miri's true identities secret to keep them both alive.

Praise for USA TODAY and WALL STREET JOURNAL bestselling author, JC Andrijeski's Writing:
"Andrijeski delivers a whopper of an action flick..." ~ New Myths
"Amazing characters in an out-of-this-world scenario..." ~ The Indie Bookshelf
"The most impressive display of world-building I have seen in a while." ~ I (Heart) Reading

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paranormal mystery romance, urban fantasy, psychic, supernatural suspense, contemporary fantasy

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BLACK IN WHITE (Quentin Black Mystery #1): amzn.to/20qe2tU
Kirev's Door (A Quentin Black Prequel): amzn.to/1OM10k2
BLACK AS NIGHT (Quentin Black Mystery #2): amzn.to/1OM1nuX
Black Christmas (A Quentin Black Christmas Story): amzn.to/1V9GOe8
BLACK ON BLACK (Quentin Black Mystery #3): amzn.to/1IKntcz
Black Supper (A Sexy Quentin Black Short): amzn.to/2nQAGQK
BLACK IS BACK (Quentin Black Mystery #4): amzn.to/1PUNQ8o
BLACK AND BLUE (Quentin Black Mystery #5): amzn.to/2afCBEU
Black Blood (A Quentin Black Story): amzn.to/2kOH62e
BLACK OF MOOD (Quentin Black Mystery #6): amzn.to/2mUgzSe
BLACK TO DUST (Quentin Black Mystery #7): amzn.to/2MzJSmp
IN BLACK WE TRUST (Quentin Black Mystery #8): amzn.to/2MuLArO
BLACK THE SUN (Quentin Black Mystery #9): amzn.to/2TSu41z
TO BLACK WITH LOVE (Quentin Black Mystery #10): amzn.to/2AmDF93

About the Author

JC Andrijeski is a USA TODAY and WALL STREET JOURNAL bestselling author who writes paranormal mysteries and apocalyptic fiction, often with a sexy, romantic and metaphysical bent. JC has a background in journalism, history and politics, and loves martial arts, yoga, meditation, hiking, swimming, horseback riding, painting... and of course reading and writing. She grew up in the Bay Area of California, but travels extensively and has lived abroad in Europe, Australia and Asia, and from coast to coast in the continental United States. She currently lives and writes full-time in Bangkok, Thailand.

To learn more about JC and her writing, please visit jcandrijeski.com.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01554ZHH6
Publisher ‏ : ‎ White Sun Press; 1st edition (September 8, 2015)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 8, 2015
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 4979 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 ‏ : ‎ 240 pages
Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1523238763

Best Sellers Rank: #192,771 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #591 in Metaphysical Fantasy eBooks
- #615 in Psychic Mysteries
- #811 in Psychic Romance

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USA TODAY and WALL STREET JOURNAL bestselling author of urban fantasy, paranormal romance, and paranormal mystery, often with a metaphysical bent. I have a background in journalism, travel and reading many (MANY) books. I also drink excessive amounts of espresso, write in odd places, and enjoy petting furry things, things with flippers, things with scales, things with feathers, things with fangs, things with goofy hair.

I currently live and write full-time in Los Angeles, CA.

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Happy reading, and thanks so much for checking out my books!

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Holy Bride Hunter Batman!

Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2024

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And time ski has a wild imagination. The characters are awesome. The plot twists and turns in all directions and has the police going around in circles. Well done.

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Otterdance

Intriguing

Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2019

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I am not sure what to say, except for this is worth reading. X-Files dancing with Roswell in San Francisco. Add a dash of V. I. Warshawski and Spenser For Hire and you have the feel of the tapestry you are about to dive into. With a hint of Lara Croft... maybe?

The writing is tight, the action abrupt. Characters are strongly written with a great many dimensions to them. I like Midi a lot. Quentin draws me in. Nick I want to smack upside the head and I would most definitely go drinking with Angel.

I like intelligent, quirky mysteries. I am not finished with this series. My one complaint is that just like real life some questions are left hanging. Sigh, I have to read more... oh the trauma of it all.

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PenKay

Great Start to a Great Series!

Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2016

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This first book in a series new to me was very intriguing. I found the protagonists to be very interesting, especially Quentin; I was really impressed with how well-written the book is and how well the characters came to life. We don't learn much about where Quentin comes from or his past, which I found a little frustrating at times. Not in a bad way, however, just in a "I want to know NOW" way. Just to warn readers, there is a little bit of science fiction mixed in with this book which makes Quentin act a little bit different than "normal" as he should not being from this world. One point of contention with me was Miri didn't defend herself like I thought she should have been able to given her experience and background. Overall, I really enjoyed this first book and found it hard to put down. I will definitely be reading more from this author. If you like non-stop action, wonderful romance, and great characters, pick up this book! Highly recommend!

Thanks to the author for the advanced copy which I voluntarily reviewed. This same review will be posted on both Goodreads and Amazon.

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MB

Intriguing setup but fails to deliver

Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2015

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The concepts for the story are great; the execution less so. While the author is a good writer, it seems like she was too invested in trying to string the reader along by not revealing any backstory (or else never bothered to develop the backstory). Quentin is a very intriguing character and there is a lot of interesting moments between him and Miri but Miri stays in the dark too much - there is too much of her not wanting to think about this, will think about this later that lets the author not have to delve into the backstory other than vague hints but greatly weakens the character.

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claudette valliere

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Reviewed in the United States on August 23, 2018

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Damned fine read. Spoiler alert.

This one starts with three fifteen girls out on the town without their parents knowing where they are. They end up Palace of Fine Arts. This is where they see the body of a woman who looks almost like a manikin. She's dressed in white and covered in blood. They also see a large man dressed in black leaning over her. The girls are stunned into stillness. The man in black using his mind tells them to run and they do. One of them dials 911.

Enter Naoko "Nick" Tanaka. He's a detective with the SFPD. He's speaking with Miriam Fox a forensic Psycologist who works for the PD on occasion. She and Nick had also been in the Army in both Iraq and Afghanistan together. They have known each other for years. Miri is half Native American and tall for a woman a 5'9". Miri is engaged to Ian Stone a good friend of Nicks and a guy who works for the State Department. Stone is currently out of town on business.

Nick is telling her about the man they have in an interrogation room. The man is at least 6'5" or 6'6" tall. Dressed in black and covered in blood. He was picked up just walking down the street. Nick likes him for the Wedding Killer murders. Nick is sure they have the killer of several woman in the city right in that interrogation room. The last murder being at the Palace of Fine Arts. Only problem is the guy hasn't said a word. He won't talk with any of them. Nick want Miri to see if he will speak with her.

Miri agrees and heads into the interrogation room. She stand there and take a good look. On seeing the man she is amazed. The man is watching them as closely as they are watching him. He knows all about the one way mirrors in the interrogation room and the cameras. Miri has never seen anyone so still. He's not moving at all. Miri thinks he looks about thirty five with black hair, a very muscular build with the shape of a runner, not musclebound, and has eyes that are gold colored with darker gold flecks. Miri also thinks this guy isn't worried at all even though he was covered in blood.

Miri Fox has some special powers. She can read people with her mind. Its not something she does with her friends. Those folks are off limits but it is something she will do when consulting with the PD. She's helped solve many cases using her power. Its a power he sister Zoe had as well. But Zoe was murdered and they never caught the murderer.

Right now Miri is watching the man in black and thinking ex Military. The guy just looks like SF and definitely has a military bearing. She also is getting the idea that this, the interrogation room, is a colossal waste of his time. He's calm, cool and though Miri thinks he's high strung it isn't showing at all. This guy is definitely not the Psycho Nike thinks he is. Not by a long shot.

Miri then hears Nick in her ear asking what his name is. He had no ID, no wallet and his prints aren't in the system. A real mystery man. Nick tells her they are running facial rec on him but nothing yet.

Miri then sits down at the table across from the man in black. She then asks him why he doesn't want to talk to anyone. He tells her he doubts his words would be very convincing since he's covered in blood. Miri is stunned. The guy actually talked. He then tells her he picked it up near the scene of the crime and he's sure those three girls called 911 he then asks her if he lacks credibility and calls her Doc.

They exchange a few quips and he tells her his name. Quenton Black. Middle name Rayne.

So begins one damned fine read.

This one has Quenton, Miri, Nick, a Black who is a PI and owns a security company, a Black who decides to help the police find the murderer, a murderer who has killed and will kill again, a Miri who is beginning to like Black way to much, a Miri who has dinner with Black, an Ian Stone who appears out of nowhere, a Miri who discovers he lies when he doesn't know about Black, a Nick who doesn't trust Black at all, a Black who is very wealthy and lives in a penthouse over his business, a Miri who spends to much time analyzing everything, an Ian who is far more than he appears to be and Quenton Black and Miri Fox doing their best to figure it all out, find the murderer, survive and stay alive.

Five Stars

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Bec Wolfe-Thomas

... sci fi mystery set in San Francisco that is pretty contemporary with the expectation that our main characters are ...

Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2016

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Black In White is a sci fi mystery set in San Francisco that is pretty contemporary with the expectation that our main characters are from a different Earth dimension. Even though the series is call the Quentin Black Mystery the story is mostly told through Miriam’s point of view, someone that is half of this Earth and probably half of another.

The mystery part of the story was fairly good with Miriam and Quentin both trying to solve a serial killer case that Miriam’s SFPD detective friend really wants to pin on Quentin. There are some romantic elements of the story that I think could probably use some work. Quentin can read minds but he really seems clueless on how to court Miriam. The almost sex scene was a bit rough around the writing edges.

Over all this was entertaining and with a decent pace, and not a bad start to a new series.

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lynn mazur

A series to rival the Bridge and Sword series!

Reviewed in Canada on January 4, 2020

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I didn’t think anything could top JC’s Bridge and Sword series.....but this new series is just as spellbinding. JC’s strong storylines and incredible characterization has ruined me for other authors, really. Being an English teacher, I have read a million authors of every genre ever written and I must say, JC is up there with the best. Dive into this new series. You won’t be disappointed!

katheyer

Complex world, rich story, fabulous characters

Reviewed in Germany on January 4, 2020

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„Black in White“ is the first book in JC Andrijeski “Quentin Black” Series about psychic detective Quentin Black and his partner Miri Fox. The series is set in a version of Earth very similar to ours, with a slight difference: paranormal and alien races exists among humans. Quentin Black himself is a seer, who has arrived through a portal to this version of Earth, from another even darker version, where seers like him are subdued as slave to humans.

Miri Fox, a police profiler, meets Quentin Black in the course of an investigation of a serial killer case in the city. Initially Black is interviewed as POI and his connection to the case is unclear. As the investigation runs it course, their relationship evolves and some of the mystery about Black character is lifted.

JC Andrijeski has created a brand-new world, much like ours and deeply alien at the very same time, with interesting characters, that captivate our attention page after page. This is a wonderful adult urban fantasy series, with the emphasis being on 'adult', this is a series for mature readers, that crave full dimensional characters and good stories, with a good side dish of action and entertainment, and enjoy following the evolution of the main characters through a wide story arc.

Angela Hayes

Fantastic!

Reviewed in Australia on September 17, 2023

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4.5 Stars

Black In White is the first book in the Quentin Black Mystery Series by J.C. Andrijeski. WHY? WHY? WHY? Have I not discovered this author before now? I have seriously been missing out on some stellar reads, and that is something I plan to remedy starting immediately. This turned out to be quite the epic book binge- and I enjoyed every single second- even if the author constantly had my heart in my mouth, or had me pulling my hair out in frustration, or seemed to delight in toying with my emotions pretty much the entire time- I willingly went back for more each and every time. Sixteen books in and I can’t wait for more!!!
Seriously, this series truly is a MUST-READ, especially for anyone who loves really original paranormal mysteries with incredible world-building and scene setting. If you love immersive reads, then this is definitely the series for you!
But be warned, this isn’t a ‘light and fluffy’ cozy paranormal mystery- this has plenty of gritty, raw, violent, emotive, and a ‘hang on to your seat’ and brace yourselves because this is going to get INTENSE situations. There are potential triggers contained through the series- such as violence, murder, abuse, sexual abuse, manipulation, graphic language and more. So keep that in mind if you are sensitive to any of those subjects.
I stumbled on this series purely by accident, and this is another fortuitous find of late, because not only was I hooked on the story within the first few pages and practically inhaled the entire series back-to-back…. it is also turned out to be entirely addictive reading, with Ms. Andrijeski’s stellar storytelling talents, her clever and intriguing touches, the many well-developed and interesting characters, the brilliant ‘world’ creation, and all the other rich layers and ‘flavours’ she poured into her pages, made the real world fade away as I was swept along on adventure after adventure.
J.C. Andrijeski’s world building skills are sheer perfection, putting me front and centre to all the action-packed developments in this immersive, captivating, and addictive book/series. I am so hooked on her work now and will happily devour anything she ever produces- so I see plenty of book binges in my future.
This is a heart-stopping, action-packed, intense, mystery with a serial killer, tension, intrigue, seers, vampires, chemistry, sizzle, science fiction, crime and investigation, deadly games of cat and mouse, murder, violence drama, danger, friendship, and so much more that I won’t get into here because I really don’t want to spoil it for you.
Ms. Andrijeski has a bold, dynamic, and very vivid writing style that easily brings her story to life- it was like watching a movie play out before my eyes, The descriptions are quite detailed and painted a powerful picture- I really could see this making a fantastic movie or television series.
Highly Recommended Reading!!!
Happy Reading…

Thank you, J.C. Andrijeski!

Mandy Parmenter (MP Book Reviews)

A mystery, seers, and a budding relationship - what's not to like?

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 14, 2017

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Miri Fox is a psychologist who also works as a on/off profiler for the police. They believe they have caught the "Wedding Killer" but when she checks him out Quntin Black claims to be hunting the killer too. He is nothing like Miri expects and she becomes determined to work out what his secrets are. However Black confronts Miri about her "insight" into people and she gets pulled een further into the game to catch the killer and also as a result into Black's world. Can Miri cope with the doubts and fascination with Black as well as handling the views from her best friend (who is a homicide cop) and her own boyfriend who works in intelligence.

WOW - loved this story. The story was intense and the building fascination between Miri and Black was quite lovely at times The relationship between Miri and her boyfriend seemed like it wasn't anything special and I think when she meets Black no one else had a look in. There was lots of action, twists and turns in the story that kept me gripped and reading faster as I got further into the story and became more hooked. I can't wait to see how this develops in the next book of the series.

There was a sight crossover with the Bridge and Sword World series of books from the same author as they both feature seers.

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Goed verhaal

Reviewed in the Netherlands on February 2, 2016

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Lastige personages die je aan je eigen inschattingen laten twijfelen. Andrijeski beschrijft echte mensen die echte problemen hebben en niet altijd geluk. Gecombineerd met de opsporing van een seriemoordenaar die gemunt heeft op aanstaande bruiden. Een spannend boek, goed geschreven, leest lekker weg.

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