The Rose Reaper is the second installment in the Ryan Strickland series. Although it is the second in the series it can be read as a standalone.

Kate Doyle is the only survivor of the serial killer dubbed the Rose Reaper. Three years have passed since she escaped and he was killed and, with Ryan’s help, she has rebuilt her life and found a new love. Her future is looking optimistic when a copycat killer targets her and it’s a race against time to stop him and save Kate.

This is my first book by Jennifer Hunter and I didn’t know what to expect. It was definitely a darker read than I expected but it kept me interested. The book is told from multiple POVs, including Kate’s, Ryan’s, and the killer’s. This helped to flesh out the characters and get me invested in their stories. The author does a good job keeping us on our toes. There are several possible suspects and just when you think you’ve figured it out a new clue pops up that has you questioning everything you thought you knew.

This was a quick read that really held my interest and I am looking forward to reading future books in the series.

Thanks NetGally and Thomas & Mercer for this advanced copy.

This book wasn’t bad, It did hold my interest for the most part. I found I enjoyed the 1st book in series better. I did find some errors in the writing where Reed and Ryan’s names were mixed up. I should have made note of it and noted which pages they could be found. All in all it was a decent read and look forward to more books to this series as I can’t wait to see what kind of case Ryan Strickland is involved in next !

I thought The Lost Victim was a wild ride. This beat that by a long shot.

I love the writing style Jennifer uses in her thrillers. Adding in the multiple POV helps give a deeper layer of twists and turns and keep you guessing.

I thought for sure the killer was one person only to find out it was someone else.

I can’t wait to read more about Ryan and the many cases he’s helping with.

Rating - 5/5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Date Read - February 9, 2024
Publication Date - March 5, 2024

*I received an E-ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review* - Thank you @amazonpublishing and @netgalley!

The Rose Reaper is the second book in the series but can be read as a standalone without any problems, which is what I did. There was action right away and it was quite fast-paced throughout the book. I found the perspective of the serial killer interesting because of my criminology interests but going through the reviews, I can understand why it wouldn’t be for everyone. So, that’s something to take into consideration before reading this book if that is a trigger for you. The author does a great job of making you question who you think is the serial killer because they keep throwing you off and it goes back and forth a lot.

If you want a fast-paced, serial killer book with a hint of romance, The Rose Reaper is for you!

Get excited to read The Rose Reaper, available March 5, 2024! 🎉

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The Rose Reaper is dead. Kate saw him die. But someone else has picked up his mantle and is stalking her. The one that got away. A good tension filled, suspense plot with enough twists to hold my interest. There are some scenes that should be mentioned as triggers. This is the second book in this series. I did not read the first book, but had no problem considering this a standalone. Thank you to Netgalley and Thomas & Mercer for the early copy. Review is my honest opinion.

I missed the first book but was fine with this as a standalone. Wasn't a fan of the violence against women but Hunter has created good characters and the novel is well paced. Thanks to netgalley for the ARC. For fans of the genre.

First of all, I wasn’t aware there was a book 1 so I had to read that and finish that quick.. And wow, that book was good AND this book was just everything!!! It is an absolute page turner and filled with so many twists (that I love)!!!

Thank you NetGalley for an advanced copy in exchange for my honest review!!!

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Received ARC from Thomas & Mercer with .

Wow just wow!!!!

I had to read the first book in the series and smashed that in a day, onto book 2 and it didn't disappoint. What a ride Jennifer takes you on in the second instalment of Ryan Strickland.

Very much loving this new series and cannot wait for book 3

Fair warning this book has some graphic content and should come with a trigger warning.

The Rose Reaper is the second book in the Ryan Strickland series due to be published March 5th, 2024.

This book definitely needs a disclaimer in the beginning. this book can be read as a standalone there are references to the first book and case. It was a good case so l'd recommend starting there. Just because an alleged perp is dead, one witness /victim statement is not reasons to stop digging deep into the investigation & go your own way for an organization. Seeing things from the murderers point of view gave a different insight.

Thank you Netgalley , publisher and Jennifer Hunter.

I didn't realise the book was the second in a serie and I have NOT read the first book. That being said, I didn't find it difficult to get into the book. It was a very interesting read if you have no triggers (I have none).

Thanks to Netgalley and Thomas & Mercer for access to this arc in exchange for my honest review.

I struggled with this book, but overall I think the writing was done well. I didn't particularly like the level of graphic violence or the way the timing jumped around in the beginning. It was still a decent thriller and I think others would enjoy it.

What a creepy book! I didn't know that it was part of series when I got it read. While I probably would have understood a few things better I could read it not having read the others. I'll seek out the books that came before this one. If you like get under your skin creepy then think about this series!

Three years ago, Kate Doyle escaped a serial killer who died at the hands of her rescuers. FBI consultant and psychologist Ryan Strickland helped Kate rebuild her life, and the case was closed on the Rose Reaper’s seven victims—the six who were killed and Kate, the one who got away. Today, Kate has a good man in her life, a secure job, and hope. But her dreams for the future become a nightmare when a copycat killer starts hunting. One by one, with each new body, comes a gift for Kate: a single red rose. And then the warning: See you soon.
If clues to his identity are buried in Kate’s memories, Ryan can unearth them. As they dig into Kate’s traumatic past, they’d better work fast. Because someone is finishing what the Rose Reaper started—and he’s hell-bent on making sure that this time, the seventh victim doesn’t get away
Thank you to NetGalley and Thomas and Mercer for giving me an advance copy.

The first book was good but this bookbis even better!!! I was on edge the whole time reading this until the end! It was absolutely perfect. It was absolutely gripping! The book you wanna read but not at night by yourself.
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Jennifer Hunter keeps the reader guessing in this page turner. Realistic character keep the story moving quickly. THE ROSE REAPER...what a title...Imagine all those words bring to mind. What is a rose reaper? Who is the rose reaper? Do not try to guess too early because red herrings will prevent the "real" answer. This talented author does not disappoint in this novel which would make an interesting movie for television. That being said, the story is difficult to read at times. Some of the language… Curl up in front of a blazing warm fire and try to determine the answer...Thanks Netgalley.

Thanks to NetGalley for the arc!
This was sooo good! Easily a favorite out of my recent reads. So much so I went to get her first book and follow her on Amazon when I finished! This had a great plot, was fast paced and so many twists along the way. It had me guessing almost the whole time and I hadn’t figured it out by the reveal. I had ideas of who I thought it WASN’T, but no solid ideas of who it would be. Easily a 5 star read for me. 10/10 recommend!!

Wow!! Lots of twists and turns. Very intense. Read it in 2 days. I look forward to reading more from the author

In The Rose Reaper by Jennifer Hunter, the second installment of the Ryan Strickland series, the narrative unfolds with gripping intensity as survivor Kate Doyle's hard-earned peace is shattered by a copycat killer emulating the notorious Rose Reaper. FBI consultant Ryan Strickland, instrumental in Kate's recovery, reenters the scene to prevent history from repeating itself. While the book delivers an intense and suspenseful thriller with a compelling exploration of Kate's psychological struggles, it is not without its flaws. Inconsistencies in the initial investigation and character depth detract from the overall narrative cohesion, but Hunter's skillful exploration of Kate's memories and the collaborative effort to unveil the copycat killer's identity showcases the author's ability to construct a captivating psychological thriller. The sensitive depiction of sexual assault may impact readers differently, making it crucial for potential readers to consider their comfort level with explicit content. Despite its imperfections, The Rose Reaper offers a relentless and riveting narrative that fearlessly delves into the darkest recesses of the human psyche.

Roses are Red
Violets are Blue
If you see me....
It's too late for you.

Kate Doyle attempts to rebuild her life after escaping from a serial killer in the woods. A copy cat serial killer taunts her with roses on her property marking her as his 7th victim after a string of women's bodies are found in rivers. As the investigations ensues, detectives find evidence that Kate's new boyfriend might not be the sweet guy she thinks he is. As the case intensifies, investigators question if Kate's boyfriend is their killer or is he being set up to take the fall.

Jennifer Hunt's, The Rose Reaper, is a turn pager from the first chapter. Kate's desire to live a normal life after being held captive makes readers hope that she can find happiness. Through its many twists and turns, readers will question Kate's boyfriend image of too good to be true. I enjoyed this book tremendously as it kept me on edge second guessing Kate's boyfriends involvement in the murders. This is a great read for those looking for thrillers.

In the beginning I must admit I didn’t vibe with this book. There was nothing wrong with it but I had just finished reading something that was so similar and I felt it was an inferior copy. That said, I put it down and only picked it back up again on the 28th of December. Managed to finish 90% of the book in 1 day. Although it had similarities to a book I had read it very much went on a different tangent and I began to really enjoy this thriller. I loved the character of Kate, although at times I did find her somewhat contradictory. And I really enjoyed the character of Ryan the psychologist. I did not realise this was the second book in the series so at one stage I had him pegged as the killer, suffice to say he is not and that is not a spoiler. I would recommend this book and I will probably seek out the first in this series as the writing flowed well, was easy to read and follow and the character development was mostly done well. I gave this book a solid 4 stars, although somewhat predictable it was still an enjoyable read.

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC copy of this book in exchange for this honest review.