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I’ve been following the Detective Josie Quinn series ever since the very first book came out, and it is without doubt one of my favorite detective thriller series. I’m always looking forward to spend more time with its characters, so it’s a treat whenever a new sequel finds its way to my kindle. Remember Her Name follows the same formula I’ve become used to with these books... And while a certain character kind of put a damper on things again, I still had a great time reading what is already book number 21! of a series that shows no signs of slowing down.

While technically you could read Remember Her Name as a stand-alone, I personally wouldn’t recommend it. This series focuses a lot on the personal development of the main characters as well as the actual crime, and it’s best to read the series in order both for the character background and because you will avoid spoilers this way. This sequel in particular includes multiple references to previous cases/books, so this makes reading the series in order even more important. Especially since there are once again developments on a personal level... The case itself does stand completely on its own though.

I loved meeting up with Josie Quinn and the rest again, with one significant exception: Turner. And here is where once again things went wrong for me, because Turner is such a horrible character and having to deal with his antics, sexist comments, lack of teamwork and laziness over and over again really started to frustrate me. Sure, he is slightly better than in the previous book, but he still put a damper on things for me. Especially since the character he replaced was so easy to like... I get that the author wanted to shake things up, but having to deal with him distracted too much from the rest of the plot.

That said, I did love the case itself in Remember Her Name. It seems like a simple kidnapping case, but of course it turned out to be so much more complicated... I loved the references to previous cases, and it was interesting to see the present case develop. I did guess part of the truth right as I spotted a certain suspect/character straight away, but there were also things I didn't see until the whole picture was revealed. As always, there is plenty of action and danger to be found along the way, and there are plenty of twists and secrets to keep you busy. The writing style is just as engaging as always, and I loved the banter between the characters (with the exception of Turner).

If you are looking for an engaging, fast-paced and suspenseful detective thriller, I can highly recommend this series in general. Things can be said about the credibility, but the entertainment factor is high! I already can’t wait to see what Josie and the rest will be up to next (although I can’t deny that I’m not looking forward to meet up with Turner again).

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Wow, wow, wow!!! Another amazing adventure with Josie that had me engrossed the second I started reading. From learning more about early Josie to her ever-evolving relationship with Turner, this book is a phenomenal story that takes you deep inside to think what you would do to find and save a baby's mother. Gripping and powerful - this book is one of the best yet! Highly recommend for anyone who loves a fabulously told mystery that keeps you turning pages even when you should be sleeping!

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Detective Josie Quinn has her hands full in this exciting thriller packed with hidden messages in search of a serial killer.
Josie and her team race to unravel the clues of the next victim before it’s too late but there are more twists while trying to identify the killer. Just when you think you have it figured out, you’re wrong.

This is a gripping action packed story you don’t want to miss.


Thank you #netgalley #bookouture #josiequinn for this ARC

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Another great book in the Josie Quinn series. The story line kept me guessing and I loved the flashbacks to when Josie was a rookie. Also please tell us why Turner is always on his phone. I hope we find out more about him in the next book. I’m already anxiously awaiting the next one.

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Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for my copy of Remember Her Name by Lisa Regan

I cannot believe this is the 21st book in the Josie Quinn series, normally by now I have given up on the books because they are so similar but not with this one.
The characters are great, the plot baffling, twisty and dark with so many twists I felt dizzy, just trying to work out what was going on.
The new detective is still driving me mad!! Why is he there? We got a bit more information this time and I cannot wait for the great reveal.
A terrific book by a great writer.

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I don’t know how she does it, and I say this every time, but I think book 21 is Lisa Regan’s best yet! I cannot fathom how she is able to publish multiple books a year and still have them be this deliciously wonderful! I truly could not put this one down… I was up late into the night clicking pages on my kindle to find out more!

This is a must read series. I love Josie Quinn and team and love when we get glimpses into her past and cases from other books. The flashback in this book hooked me immediately and I was thrilled how the case connected with other major cases from throughout this series. We also got multiple POVs and that was exciting.

I am dying to know more about Kyle Turner! Lisa, you are killing me with these breadcrumbs, but in the best way. I’m excited to learn more about him in the next book!

No spoilers but this book also had me happy sobbing in the scene where JQ says “everything you want is just around that corner.” My heart!

Will forever be a huge fan!

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Lisa Reagan is by far one of my favorite authors and this book totally explains why!
Josie Quinn and the gang are one of the best to follow. This one takes you back into Josie's rookie days on the force to help solve the new case at hand and I loved it. It was great to read a bit about her past while she tries to figure out all the clues. You'll be guessing until the end on who is responsible for the deaths!
So yourself a favor and start this series! Thank you Netgalley for the chance to read this book in return for my honest review.

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Twenty first in this series featuring Detective Josie Quinn and her team. The story is intriguing and the characters are believable,an interesting mix.

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Another great addition to the Josie Quinn series! This is a must-read series! Josie is back, and what started as a missing persons case turns into a serial killer with a vendetta! Many twists and turns with lots of mystery! Loved it !!! I really can't say anything negative about this book because once you start reading, you won't be able to put it down. Love Josie, Noah, and their team. Excellent book and series!!!

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Book 21 of the fabulous Detective Josie Quinn series and wow this is one intriguing and intricate episode of the series so far and it had my head spinning trying to figure out what the heck was going on and it’s oh so clever!
I really admire Lisa Regan as she always makes each individual episode fresh coming up with a totally different storyline that keeps us on our toes every time and that’s no mean feat and proves just what a brilliant author she is.
It’s always a joy being back with Josie and the team and omg I can’t believe that I am actually beginning to like douchebag in a strange kind of way and can’t wait to find out more about him and what’s with his inability to put his phone down he really has become such an enigma.
So a wonderful 5 star read once more and I can’t wait for the next, if you haven’t read this series I really can 100% recommend it and one not to be missed.
Many, many thanks to Lisa, you did it again girl !
My thanks also to NetGalley and Bookouture for giving me the opportunity to read the ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

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Like the previous books, this one is well written and has excellent characters, and the plot is really intricate and well thought out. The book is easy to read and entertaining, and I'm happy to see the chapters written in first person POV are gone.

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This is the 21st book in the Detective Josie Quinn Series and I just love all of them. They are suspenseful, enjoyable mystery read and they have you on the edge of your seat trying to guess what is going to happen next but the endings are always surprising. There are so many twists and turns and will keep you guessing. These are one of my favorite series and I just can't wait until the next book in the series. Thank you to NetGalley and the Publisher for the ARC.

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🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟—bad-ass Josie Quinn!! Always an adventure!! Can’t wait for the next one to come out!!! 💕thanks to NetGalley for letting me read this in exchange for an honest review! 💕💕

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Remember Her Name by Lisa Regan. If I press the five stars twice will it give the book a 10 star rating? Fantastic addition to the series, an intricate, fast-paced mystery. The tension is high with dark and eerie heart pounding moments, surprising turns, and not one, but two tense climatic moments. Ms. Regan has masterfully written an engrossing, amazing crime thriller and #21 is one of the series' most intricate novels involving one Josie's first cases as a detective. Although Kyle Turner, the newest member of the team, is still mysterious, his conversations with Josie and Gretchen offer much-needed comedic relief. Once again he has Josie's back and gets her out of a life threatening situation.. His previous relationship with another character was revealed, providing a glimpse into his background. I'm looking forward to learning more about him n the next story. Josie, Noah, Trout, the team and Josie's family continue to evolve and there are insights into their lives which is part of the series appeal. Highly recommended.
Thank you to Lisa Regan , Bookouture and NetGalley for the opportunity to preview the book

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You will not put this one down!!! This is another homerun for the author Lisa Regan and her Josie Quinn novels. I love how we got a glimpse of Josie life when she was a rookie as well as the progression of the team working together as they start to except the new detective. The Josie Quinn books have become my new go-to in all book suggestions and the ones I wait very impatiently for. I love every page!! Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for allowing me to preview this book.

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Holy. moley! What a cracking read from Lisa Regan, totally hit the ball out of the park with this one!

Her heart stutters as she draws closer. A woman’s fingertips curl over the boat’s edge. Dark crimson blood clashes with the faded blue peeling paint beneath. They’re too late, the beautiful woman within has been dead for some time…

Detective Josie Quinn lifts the baby from the pram, holding her close and gently soothing her. Josie scours the scene for the sweet little girl’s mother, but the park is deserted. Glancing down, something catches her eye. Nestled amongst the child’s soft pink blankets is a polaroid photo, the corner smudged with blood.

The search for Cleo Tate has Josie and her team in a chokehold; the abandoned newborn needs her mother, and every second counts now lab results show the blood belongs to her. The blurred photo of a body of water is Josie’s only lead. But what does it mean? And where was it taken? The answer is just within reach, but with Cleo’s husband lying about his movements that day, Josie can’t see it. Then it finally clicks: Cold Heart Creek, a crime scene from Josie’s past that she will never forget. Josie is terrified by what she finds there: Cleo’s body, cold as ice, with a second photo of a new location.

This is Book 21 in the Josie Quinn series and is it getting stale- hell no! This story is amazing a real addictive page turner. Trust me you will get sucked in, you will go through a whirlwind of emotions then you will get spat out at the end and think wow that was intense. This is Lisa Regan at her best, highly recommend this book, actually read the whole series they are all fantastic you won’t regret it. Five big fat stars from me!

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Remember Her Name is book 21 of the Josie Quinn series and just like the other books in the series was an amazing read! I found it to be a page turner and with a lot of twists that i didn’t see coming. The plot was great, the story flowed beautifully and the suspense and mystery was intricately woven into the story. I loved seeing Josie and Noah, who are total couple goals! Even when going through the hardest of times and facing more bad news Josie continuously attempts to pick up the pieces of her life, to be better than she ever has been, she never gives up. Josie inspires me and i have to say this was such an intriguing and unique read- the suspense was on point and i didn’t see the complete picture at all. Josie continually impress me with how she thinks and how the puzzle comes together for her. I love reading this step by step and experiencing it like you’re standing next to Josie as everything is happening. That’s how good Lisa’s writing is you legitimately feel like you’re right there whilst the events are happening. The plot was interesting here and i loved how it linked into Josie and Noah’s past and how we got to see of that and hear about what the police department was like even pre book 1. I definitely did not see a lot of what happened coming and Lisa’s books are always so realistic with the police procedures/evidence and even legal matters that come up which i love. I loved the scene up on the Outlook. I loved the suspense but also it just showed me how much Josie and Noah understand each other and the lengths they’d go to for the job but also for one another. Their love is a partnership and the way they show their love is always beautiful because its so respectful. I loved seeing my favourite secondary characters- Noah, Gretchen, Chief Chitwood and who doesn’t love Trout! So far i’m having a really hard time liking the new guy but i can see something coming, i just have no idea what it is. We definitely are starting to see a different side to Turner and i can see more coming in the next few books but i’m already starting to warm to him and i can just tell there is a story there from what Trinity said. I’m a Josie Quinn series fanatic and i don’t see myself ever missing a book by Lisa Regan because her work continuously impresses me! Bring on book 22!

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First, I want to thank Bookouture, NetGalley and Lisa Regan for this arc.
It’s always fun to read a Josie Quinn book. This one didn’t disappoint. I think it may be my new favorite. I have to say When Turner first arrived I wasn’t a fan. I’m warming up to him a bit and hope that Gretchen can as well.

I love Lisa Regan’s writing style and can’t wait for more. I never have to read the blurb because I know it’s going to be good! Can’t wait for book 22

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👏 ROUND OF APPLAUSE... SHE'S DONE IT AGAIN 👏


Now I have been one of the EXTREMELY, super lucky ones to have recieved the majority of this series by ARC (I have still bought them all so I have a hardcopy) but, every single time I still get that internal fizz of excitement and outwardly whoop with joy each time one lands in my inbox,

Book #21, yes, you heard that right... #21!!! has got to be one of my most favourite installments of the whole series. I most probably say that for each new book BUT this one just hit a little different. It was definitely more 'case' based than personal based, which I loved just as much.

In Remember Her Name, Josie is called to a local park where a baby girl has been found, abandoned, in her pram.on checking her over Josie finds a blurry polaroid photo which she is unable to work out. As a missing, married mother, the obvious first port of call is the husband, isn't it? On speaking to him, Josie doesn't believe he has harmed his wife, but he is definitely hiding something.

When the missing woman is found, murdered with another polaroid picture placed at the crime scene, Josie knows they have a killer on her hands!

In this new story, Kyle Turner (Metts replacement) is a lot more prevalent and I really enjoyed getting to know him more. Gretchen is just about tolerating him but, constantly being offensive in his mannerisms and use of language means that there is still a long way to go. I'm hoping we'll learn a bit more of his backstory soon and why he is constantly on that bloody phone 😅

As mentioned, this book is alot more case focused but there are still points of more personal throughout the plot which keeps the character development constantly moving along. Josie and Noah are getting further along with their adoption journey and her family appear in small doses. I must admit I did miss Cindy and Harrison making an appearance though. I've come to really love the dynamic that they have with Josie and Noah but I can't expect LR to bring in every regular character into every story can I? 😄

One of the most complex books of the series, so strap in tight and get ready for this fast paced read! For the first time in a long time this plot had me scratching my head with the amount of plot twists and red herrings. I did not guess the protagonist at all, not even by a sliver. It was easily one of the best endings I have read by a mile.

As always... riveting, unputdownable, suspenseful, gripping and just totally amazing!

Keep em coming LR!

HUGE thanks to Netgalley and Bookouture for the ARC.

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I love the Josie Quinn series and this edition was as great as expected. Amazing portrayal as always. Very good storyline. More twists and turns to keep up with as usual. I love the back stories of the characters. Look forward very much to the next offering. Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the chance to review it.

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