I thoroughly enjoyed this piece of escapism and my time out from a hectic world. The story grabs you from the outset and pulls you in and the storytelling really made it worth reading. Characterisation was on point and I know I will be looking out for new publications from this author or similar in the future. A recommended read.

In 1969: it was Charles Manson.
In 1977: it was the Son of Sam.
In 2018: it's New York City's worst nightmare--CREEPZ.

It's a heatwave that doesn't seem to quit and New York residents are suffering. The heat is not the only problem.

Detective Grace Jarrod is investigating a series of particularly gruesome murders. They seem random, but Grace notices that graffiti is left at each crime scene.

CREEPZ is the group taking credit for the horrendous murders.

Jarrod leads the investigation and goes after the madmen who strike at will and profess to kill for love. Little does she know that the cult's leader, a mysterious figure called Odin, runs a sex trafficking ring that extends into the White House and the presidential corridors of power.

This is a crime fiction mixed with suspense and mystery. It's a gritty, violent read, with graphic descriptions of sexual torture. Throw in a little horror and there's the making of a non-stop thriller. Not for the faint of heart.

Of note ... the ending is an unresolved cliff hanger which left me unfulfilled. Rating dropped to 3.5 Stars.

Many thanks to the author / Netgalley for the digital copy of CREEPZ. Opinions expressed here are unbiased and entirely my own.

This book is not for the fainthearted. There is a great deal of violence, including mass violence/terrorist like descriptions. While the story is somewhat focusing on Detective Grace Jarrod, there are many perspectives in the book, and it goes chapters without a word about Jarrod. I must say that the end was very unexpected and unpleasant. If there is to be a follow-up book, it might help, but I am still troubled by what happens. Read with caution and the lights on.

Creepz will grab you by the throat and not let you. You will try to stop reading and get on with your day, but you will be wondering what is next and quickly find yourself reading some more. "Just 10 more minutes". Won't happen. Ruth Bainbridge has written an amazing detective story that leaves you wondering what the next surprise will be. And generally it's not one you see coming. Great read!

The great female lead character here makes the book. Some of the scenes are a bit over done for "love". Still I liked the nice conspiracy touch and of course the "HEAT". I enjoyed this one last week.

CREEPZ
by Ruth Bainbridge
Description
In 1969: it was Charles Manson. In 1977: it was the Son of Sam. In 2018: it’s New York City's worst nightmare—CREEPZ.

"The Most Intense Book of the Season! It's the one everyone will be talking about. Experience the adrenaline rush of a serial killer that takes New York by storm."

June 2018. New York is suffering under the worst heatwave in centuries, but it’s the barrage of grisly murders that has city dwellers on edge. Since the homicides don’t fit a pattern, the NYPD is treating them as unrelated, but Detective Grace Jarrod isn’t so sure. Graffiti left at the crime scenes points to the crimes being linked and part of a rampage. Then there’s the music that points to a charismatic leader of a rock group being somehow involved
The delivery of a cryptogram to her precinct proves her theory correct. A group calling themselves CREEPZ takes credit for the deaths and for the war they wage. They promise not to stop until a revolution is achieved and a new king is named. Jarrod leads the investigation and goes after the madmen that strike at will and profess to kill for love. Little does she know that the group of homeless drifters is led by a genius who believes himself God.
CREEPZ is an adrenaline rush of chills, intensity, and mind-numbing suspense. A mashup of murder, CIA PsyOps programming, political sex rings, and Aleister Crowley mysticism, the elements combine to produce a non-stop thriller that’s a must-read for any fan!

Thank you, NetGalley for a copy of the book for an honest review.
Very well written book. I connected and engaged with most. I had to plow on and finish the novel before sleep.
A thriller which can and may happen often.

A great story line with brilliant main characters.. I read this book in one sitting as I couldn't put it down.