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Why Casey Had to Die: A mystery thriller suspense series (Harry Bronson Mystery Thriller Book 1) Kindle Edition

by L. C. Hayden (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 69 ratings
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A Desperate Race Across the Desert

Newly retired police officer Harry Bronson has one regret in his career: the murder he never solved. It was his first case as a rookie, and the only one he played strictly by the book. Perhaps that's why he still has the files with him more than twenty years later. And why he's ready when the killer that got away comes back, ready to resume the game.

Cryptic letters, along with an invitation to join a murder-mystery convention with an eerily familiar plot, lure him to Arizona—and another murder makes him realize he's up against a twisted mind intent on some kind of final showdown.

When his faceless enemy strikes out by abducting Bronson's wife, Carol, a desperate race across the desert is about to become a one-way trip where winner takes all, and the loser dies trying.

An Agatha Finalist for Best Novel and a Pennsylvania Top 40 Pick

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Comments on this mystery and suspense
Holy Crap, Casey nearly killed me! I stayed up WAY past my bedtime because I had to finish L.C. Hayden's mystery suspense. God in heaven, my heart was hammering at the end. I was lying in bed, reading as fast as I could, checking the clock and knowing I was going to regret being up this late, but I could not stop until I found out what happened. The book is fast paced, the clues there, but difficult to interpret, and the solution more than satisfactory. It's a tight, fascinating mystery. I can't wait to read more by this author. I urge you to hunt for it - cause this mystery thriller suspense is a must read for sure. Sarah Bewley myspace.com
This is a fascinating story, well written, with interestingly complex characters. The puzzle was compelling, and I found it interesting to learn about geocaching, something, I must admit, I would never do myself, but which sounds quite intriguing. This mystery suspense is a book that was suspenseful throughout, but particularly at the very end. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Eden Embler I Love a Mystery Newsletter
If you enjoy mysteries with twists and characters who will beckon you farther and farther along the road of intrigue, you will really enjoy this tale by talented author L. C. Hayden. An unexpected villain and twists in the plot offer a mystery easy read to any mystery buff. This is a fresh, well plotted tale peopled with characters you will enjoy meeting, even the baddies. After reading this book, you will be looking for other mystery humorous tales by this talented author. I know I will. Anne K. Edwards Mystery and Mayham
Look out Nora Roberts, here comes L.C. Hayden. Why Casey Had to Die is a twisted, roller coaster mystery and suspense ride that will take you over the river and through the woods before the reader ever understands who's going down and why. At times, it is even a mystery comedy. Five stars. Lillian Cauldwell Passionate Internet Voices Talk Radio
Who is Harry Bronson? He likes to ask questions but very rarely answers them. He likes his coffee and loves his wife, Carol. As I read this mystery and suspense, I did not want to stop and knew that if the phone rang, I would not answer it. I wanted no interruptions. It has been a long time I have been this invested in such a well-crafted book; I literally could not put it down. I hope this will be listed as a mystery in kindle unlimited. I await the next Harry Bronson mystery suspense installment. Clara Johnson Mystery Morgue
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    Harry Bronson Mystery Thriller
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    December 13, 2006
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This book kept me up at nights until I finished it. It's a great read. --Cindy Daniel, Mystery Morgue

Hayden's story is tightly plotted, with clever and unusual twists. --Cindy Harrison, Romantic Times

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0024FB00S
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ ; 1st edition (December 13, 2006)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 13, 2006
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 4170 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 309 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ B08TQ7DV2R
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 69 ratings

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L. C. Hayden is known for her adventures and for her travels. When her fans ask her why she does this, she answers, "Take Aimee Brent, my character in the Aimee Brent Mystery Series. She learned how to scuba dive. Do you really think I'm going to let her have more fun than me? No way! She had to learn how to scuba dive, so I learned how to scuba dive.

"Harry Bronson, my character in the Harry Bronson Thriller Series, has a motor home and travels all over. Well, guess what? I have a motor home and I travel all over."

Hayden considers herself very lucky. She has been touched many times by miracles and angels. That led her to write her series based on hers and others' angel and miracle experiences. "These books are very well received, both nationally and internationally."

One of Hayden's greatest joy is being a grandmother. "That's the reason I wrote the children's picture books. Don't be surprised if the age level for my children's books increases as my grandkids grow up."

Being an adventurous soul, Hayden has also authored other books in various genres, but "my love still remains with mysteries/thrillers and the angels series."

She loves getting to know her fans. "Sign up to receive my free newsletter or befriend me on my Facebook page or follow me on my professional Facebook author page. Whatever you do, that's fine--just reach out and let me get to know you."

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BG
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read. Action-paced, and fast-paced.
Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2024
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I was introduced to Harry Bronson in book 7, "When Danger Follows." Loved him, so I had to go back to Book One and learned how his journey started. Very intriguing story, and I like Harry even more.
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D. Marsh
4.0 out of 5 stars Fast and fun read
Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2021
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There were a number of twists and turns here that I didn’t see coming. The story kept me going, and I read the book in one day. Parts of it were charming, others made me ponder. Who was the villain? What was key to these events? Harry is a likeable main character, and he’s far from a cookie cutter hero. You can’t help but pull for him to win. There’s no gore, no gutter language, and the plot keeps moving. I’m glad I read it.
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Kindle customer Susane Kathie Hamilton
5.0 out of 5 stars Why Casey Had to Die was an Awesome Mystery Thriller that once I started I couldn't put it down!!!
Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2021
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As soon as I started reading this book I knew that Harry Bronson "Retired" Detective, was going to be a character that I was going to really like!! It was a book that I just couldn't stop reading. It had an unsolved mystery that had me guessing, and Harry Bronson with his wife Carol kept me on the edge of my seat as this mystery just kept getting better and better!! I really loved how this author kept me guessing as each new "twist" unfolded!! I highly recommend this book to anyone that likes to get involved with a fast paced Mystery with characters that are so great and a storyline that just "grabs" you and won't let go until the very end of the book!! For me, I couldn't wait to purchase the rest of the books in this series!!!! Because I don't want to miss out on getting to know what "Retired"Detective Harry Bronson is going to be "Working" on next, as he and Carol get ready to enjoy retirement! L.C. Hayden is a great storyteller and I can't wait for more Harry Bronson Mystery Thrillers!!!
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Denis
3.0 out of 5 stars Read like pieces of other books I have enjoyed
Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2015
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Read like pieces of other books I have enjoyed. Enough about "a really good cup of coffee", then with 3 teaspoons of sugar and lots of milk added!
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Charlene Tess
5.0 out of 5 stars A Fast-paced Mystery
Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2024
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In Book One of the Harry Bronson Mystery Series, Hayden has created a realistic and loveable character in Harry Bronson. He is sure to become a favorite of readers as he solves crimes. I can't wait for the next book.
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Ann Schwarz
4.0 out of 5 stars Mystery thriller
Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2023
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I enjoyed this soft boiled thriller. It kept me turning pages until the very end. Some of the clues became a bit obvious in terms of who was playing a game of cat and mouse with Bronson. But despite that I was still left guessing on the motives for the main antagonist and the cold case that shaped the events in the novel. I would recommend this series to anyone who loves some of the older TV mysteries such as Columbo or Murder She Wrote or Heart to Heart. It is very much in a similar vein only slightly edgier as Bronson is a former police detective with a long history of solving crimes. I plan to definitely read more in this series.
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smuffsmom
5.0 out of 5 stars Hard to guess
Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2023
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Harry is my new favorite PI and if his wife joins him, they will be my new favorite couple. All the characters are well developed and the plot moves quickly and seamlessly. Enjoyable.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Very Unique Venue
Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2021
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The writing is so excellent that I actually thought that a man was writing the voice and actions of the detective. In fact, the wife came across more as a character created by a male writer. The way the detective set up questions without answering a y intrigued me. This is a complex story with surprising twists which makes it a great read.
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