The Little Grave
A completely heart-stopping crime thriller
Publisher Description
“I ended up devouring the entire book in just one sitting… I was completely pulled into this one and found myself completely unable to put this down.” Little Miss Book Lover 87, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
It’s been five years since Detective Amanda Steele’s life was derailed by the tragic death of her young daughter. The small community of Dumfries, Virginia, may have moved on, but Amanda cannot. When the man who killed Lindsey is found murdered, she can’t keep away from the case.
Fighting her sergeant to be allowed to work such a personal investigation, Amanda is in a race to prove that she can uncover the truth. But the more she digs into the past of the man who destroyed her future, the more shocking discoveries she makes. And when Amanda finds the link between a silver bracelet in his possession and the brutal unsolved murder of a young woman five years ago, she realizes she’s caught up in something darker than she ever imagined and suspects that more girls could be in danger.
But as Amanda edges toward the truth, she gets closer to a secret as personal as it is deadly. Amanda has stumbled upon a dangerous killer, and she must face some terrible truths in order to catch this killer – and save his next victim as she couldn’t save her own daughter…
A gripping, page-turning thriller full of mystery and suspense. Perfect for fans of Rachel Caine, Lisa Regan and Robert Dugoni.
Readers love The Little Grave:
“Your jaw will drop. I loved this book!… I couldn’t catch my breath. The ending will blow you away… Had me turning pages unable to put it down. What an intense ride… A must-read.” Goodreads reviewer
“I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE this book!” NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“I LOVED this book… An engrossing page-turner and that ending, phew I didn't see that coming at all!!! Can’t wait for the next in the series.” NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“I already can’t wait for the next one! This one pulls you in from the very beginning… The mystery is full of action and twists. I absolutely did not see that ending coming.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“I sat with the intention of reading just a couple of chapters and ended up devouring the entire book in just one sitting. I have been completely pulled into this one and found myself completely unable to put this down.” Little Miss Book Lover 87, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Compulsive, compelling and enthralling… I became completely riveted… Intrigue to compel you to read through the night.” Avid Reader’s Retreat, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“This is a fast-paced, unputdownable story… Exciting and heartbreaking. Never saw that ending! I loved it!” Debatably Bookish
“Fantastic book. It was exciting and thrilling and kept me reading late into the night.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Full of suspense. Once I started it was very hard to not finish the book. I absolutely loved the ending.” NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“An exciting, intriguing, pulse-pounding mystery that had so many twists and turns, keeping me glued to my kindle… Suspenseful, intense.” The Reading Café, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Gripping mystery—hooked me from the beginning.” NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Such an intense, fantastic read for me. I was enthralled throughout the entire book… Chilling.” NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Keeps you on pins and needles until the terrific conclusion.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
APPLE BOOKS REVIEW
Readers enthralled by twisting-and-turning thrillers will want to block aside some serious time for The Little Grave, the first book in Carolyn Arnold's Detective Amanda Steele series. Five years after Amanda's world was shattered by a drunk driver who killed her husband and daughter, the man responsible is murdered. Amanda can't resist the case—but it leads her somewhere darker and more personal than she ever could have imagined. Compulsively readable, expertly paced and cleverly crafted, The Little Grave is an excellent introduction to Arnold, who's an author to watch in the mystery and thriller genres. With six books following in the series, readers will be primed to pick up the sequel as soon as they reach the final page of this impressive debut.
Customer Reviews
Hooked fast
This was such an amazing book that I went online and purchased two more of her books in the Amanda Steele series. You can’t help but love Detective Steele and love her passion for justice. I’m hooked! I cannot wait for my books to come in the mail!!!
Completely caught off guard
I found myself getting caught up from the beginning. I truly appreciate a strong female lead. I was totally unprepared for the ending.
Quick and interesting read-surprise ending.
Made me decide to read some of her other books.