Dallas private investigator Dylan Fisher hasn' t seen his ex-wife, Rose, in three years— which is why he' s surprised when she asks him to meet her at a hotel. Rose Doucette is a homicide detective, and she wants Dylan' s help with a murder investigation that she' s been asked to step back from but can' t seem to let go. They review the details of the case and part ways— but as Rose is leaving the parking lot, Dylan sees a suspicious car begin to follow her. Feeling uneasy, he tails the car and tries to warn Rose, but he' s too late— the driver of the car shoots her, killing her instantly, before speeding away. The police are determined to pin the murder on Dylan, so he' s left with no choice but to find the killer himself.

I have not read this author before but I will now look for more books by Harry Hunsicker as I really enjoyed this. book which grabbed my attention from the beginning and held it throughout. The chapters are short which I personally like and being presented like this it is a case of just reading one more chapter which generally means you read ten more if you are anything like me. I enjoyed meeting and getting to know Dylan and the supporting cast such as Toto all of whom create a great base for the plot which moves fast and keeps you engaged.

The book has a great storyline with many twists, turns, and surprises and provides the reader with all you need to make a great mystery. I hope that in the future we get to see Dylan at work again, I definitely will be looking out for more books that will allow me to get to know him even more. A very solid read.

Thank you to Netgalley, the author and publisher for an advanced copy of the book, all opinions are my own.

This book was a whirlwind of an adventure with elements of action, mystery, murder, revenge, and plot twists.The Life and Death of Rose Doucette centers Dylan Fisher a PI who meets up with his ex-wife one day and is framed with her murder. Along the story there are multiple twists and turns that keep the reader engaged.

this book was a ride of plot twists and surprising revelations. you follow a man (Dylan) trying to uncover the "who, what, where, when, and why" that is behind the hit that took the life of his ex-wife (Rose), which he is also unfortunately being accused of doing all because he was a witness. he does his best to stay clear headed and clear his name while silently navigating his grief. meanwhile, he himself becomes a target for merely seeking answers.

the author's writing style is easy to follow along and does a good job of painting the picture of what the main character sees and feels, including the city that is Dallas and its surroundings. you feel completely intrigued and enveloped by Dylan's journey. i devoured this book, eager to find out what happens next and to see the main character uncover new information along the way. the last few chapters blew my mind and the ending was nicely done. if you enjoy a good mystery, crime, private investigator, thriller, etc... then you'll enjoy this.

there are trigger warnings for the mentions of su*cide and assault, so those who may be triggered by sensitive topics should prioritize their mental health should it be an issue.

thank you to NetGalley and Oceanview Publishing for allowing me the opportunity to read this book. i received this book as an ARC and leave this review voluntarily.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for this eARC.

An enjoyable and clever (albeit sad) mystery about a good guy (retired cop, a PI) unwilling to give up when it comes to uncovering the mysteries and secrets in his ex-wife's past and the reason why she was murdered. As the past is uncovered, a tenacious private investigator unveils numerous crimes and sins (which almost the entire local police force seems invested in keeping hidden, denying justice).

At the end of the book is a study guide, this would make a wonderful book for a book group, with great ideas included regarding discussion points.

I hope to read more police procedurals from this author.

This was a wonderful mystery that was fast paced and kept me engaged throughout! I enjoyed the characters and I felt it was written well with great payoff. I will recommend this to other readers of mysteries as an enjoyable read.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher of this book for allowing me to read and review this title. I absoultely loved this book! I read it in almost one sitting. It started out with a bang, evolved into a twisty mystery. The characters were well developed. I would highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a excellent mystery.

The Life and Death of Rose Doucette centers Dylan Fisher a PI who meets up with his ex-wife one day and is framed with her murder. Along the story there are multiple twists and turns that keep the reader engaged.

I thought that from the beginning the novel was fast paced which I thoroughly enjoyed seeing as it didn't require much effort on my part to stay interested. Overall, the book had great components that made it worth reading. It just needs some minor changes when it comes to the editing :).

Would recommend to a friend !!

Thank you NetGalley for the eARC and Oceanview Publishing for allowing me to read this before the release date. I absolutely loved this book. This book had me at the edge of my seat with every page. I couldn’t put the book down, it’s everything you want in a thriller book. Twists and turns, cliffhangers, and a good ending. Very fast paced book and keeps you engaged the entire time. One of my favorite reads of 2023. 5/5 stars.

Firstly, I just want to give a thank you to NetGalley and Oceanview Publishing for giving me the opportunity to read and review this book prior to its release in October of 2024.

The Life and Death of Rose Doucette is a difficult-to-put-down, page-turning read.
Set in and around Dallas, Texas, Private Investigator Dylan Fisher is invited by his ex-wife, Sergeant Rose Doucette, to meet at a hotel. Unbeknownst to either of them, life was about to pull a dirty stop and take off bucking.
Author Harry Hunsicker did a phenomenal job at keeping my attention while not being overwhelming, making this book perfectly paced with twists and turns happening the whole way through.
Having lived in Dallas for many years, I really appreciate the vivid picture that the author paints with his words. I was able to picture exactly where Dylan was standing to the point I would wonder "What movie was that from?" when I wasn't reading this book.

Overall, it was a really good read that I knocked out over the course of two days, and I can't wait to read more by Harry Hunsicker!

3.5 to 3.75. A bit slow at points especially near the beginning, but an engrossing crime noir. Thanks for the arc!

The Life and Death of Rose Doucette by Harry Hunsicker was an okay read for me. It was not my favorite book that I've read this year. It was hard to get into.

Rose asks her ex-husband Dylan for help and then ends up being killed right after they meet. Dylan is accused of killing her, and he sets out to find out who really did and what she was investigating.

Rose has a secret that Dylan eventually uncovers.

Definite dysfunction in the relationships and with the characters, and a divide in the justice system between those who have and those who have not.

The Life and Death of Rose Doucette was an interesting story, but sometimes a bit implausible events occurred.

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Thank you to Netgalley for the Advanced Reader Copy (ARC) of this book in exchange for a review/feedback.

The life and Death of Rose Doucette is a novel that follows Dylan Fisher who one day gets a call from his ex wife asking him to meet her. The story is as the title and blurb says with some twists and turns along the way.

They say don’t judge a book by its cover but in this case, I did before I read the blurb/description. I would say the cover is stunning and the blurbs/summary had sold it for me to start reading. Thankfully the story does pick up during the sixth chapter, in which case the narrative started to form cohesively and made me read without much effort to push myself for the sake of reading. I would say it has a great base and storyline that was lovely to read although I did have some things to say about it to which I will touch base below.

With that being said, there were components that I felt either needed work or I wasn’t a big fan of. Please note with some of these things, I’m not sure if it was how the book is meant to be or if it was the kindle version I had received as other works didn’t have these issues that I had with this book.

Beginning with the first few chapters, which were, in my opinion, had too slow of a pace. The story did not pick up until the sixth chapter and I was getting more invested over time, but I would have appreciated it if the main clause of the story was expedited to prior chapters. I also felt like the dialogue was occupying the page 90% of the time, with what little descriptions of the scenes leaving me wanting more but not getting any, making the experience less immersive.

Overall, this book is a well put together mystery/thriller book with intriguing components that could easily become a great book with more editing and fixes. The above is my personal opinion upon reading the book so take it with a pinch of salt.”

a compelling thriller with a very modern feel. the book kept me on the edge of the seat with all the suspense and I flew through the book. It is a very interesting read and I loved it.
Thank you Netgalley for a copy of this wonderful read

Thank you to NetGalley and Oceanview Publishing for this ARC.

You think that after your wife divorced you and quickly married another man, you wouldn't hear from her again. This is exactly why Dallas PI Dylan Fisher is surprised when his ex-wife, Rose, who happens to be a highly esteemed homicide detective, asks him to meet her at a hotel to discuss a recent murder investigation. As Rose leaves their meeting, Dylan notices a car following her, and upon warning Rose, she is murdered herself. With the police convinced that Dylan killed his ex-wife, he rushes to clear his name and, more importantly, find Rose's killer.

This book was a whirlwind of an adventure with elements of action, mystery, murder, revenge, and plot twists galore. Think it's too much to pack into one book? An eloquent storyteller, Harry Hunsicker creates a novel that explores the underworld of Dallas and how even a well-buried secret can wreak havoc on the present. Buckle up! This noir thriller novel is fast-paced, and you won't want to put it down until you finally help Dylan solve the mystery surrounding both the life and death of Rose Doucette.

Good book! This book had a bit of everything! It had suspense, Action, intrigue, mystery, murder, revenge, a great who done it, great plot twist, great detective work, and some crazy twists and turns! The storyline was very interesting and kept me glued to my Kindle!! I definitely recommend reading this book as it was well worth reading! Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for sharing this book with me!

"The Life and Death of Rose Doucette" by Harry Hunsicker is a gripping noir thriller that plunges readers into the gritty underworld of Dallas. Private investigator Jon Cantrell is a compelling, flawed protagonist tasked with untangling a web of corruption and deception surrounding the enigmatic Rose Doucette's demise. Hunsicker's sharp prose and taut pacing propel the narrative forward, weaving a tale of suspense and moral ambiguity. As Cantrell navigates the dark underbelly of the city, Hunsicker skillfully explores themes of justice, loyalty, and the consequences of one's past. "The Life and Death of Rose Doucette" is a riveting page-turner that keeps readers guessing until the final revelation.