This is Book 4 of the
Detective Investigator Delaney Pace series.

This is the first book in the series I have read and what an introduction!

The story follows Delaney as she covers the truth behind a young girl who has been found in a terrible state.

The story is fast paced abd keeps you on your toes.

I really enjoyed the main character being a female and I loved learning about her and all her quirks.

The story itself is quite sad, which makes the book even more powerful as it is beautifully written to pull you into the book with the characters and into the action.

Just a great book, with a beautiful cover!

Highly recommend!

Detective Delaney Pace is back - and its worth the wait

A mudslide reveals the body of 14yr old Marilyn Littlewolf who went missing 5yrs ago
Long presumed dead the discovery sends a shockwave through the community - where
has she been all this time ? why is her body covered in bruises ? rope marks around her ankles .
Looking into Marilyn's past Delaney is shocked to see the name of of her longstanding babysitter
to her two adopted daughters . Rushing to his home she finds him missing and the house in disarray .
As the case against Skeeter mounts up another young girl of the same ethnicity goes missing ........ Delaney's
mind is in turmoil . It's become a race against time , tracing the young girl to a remote cabin in the woods
will Delaney discover not just the young girl but also the truth about Skeeter . What she finds shocks
her to the core is she too late to catch the killer and rescue an innocent life

This is yet again another fast paced thriller , full of twists and turns - a real page turner
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own

I love a book that involves a missing person and this one didn't disappoint. I love the characters that Pamela writes about, and I care what happens to them. Her writing style is top notch, and I highly recommend it.

In Book 4 of the Deputy Delaney Pace series, Delaney and Sheriff Leo Palmer are called to investigate when the body of a young girl is found after a mudslide. They soon discover the victim is a girl who disappeared five years ago after moving to Kearny from a nearby reservation. Shortly afterward, another girl goes missing and is found dead at the base of a cliff. Clues begin to point to Delaney’s friend and babysitter, P.I. Skeeter Rawlins. But the stakes rise even higher when Skeeter vanishes and yet another young girl goes missing.

This action-packed, page-turning read is hard to put down. The rich character development and intricate plot will keep you on edge, eagerly anticipating the next installment in the series.

Thank you to NetGalley, Bookouture, and author Pamela Fagan Hutchins for the opportunity to review the advance copy of this book. All opinions expressed are my own.

Her Forgotten Shadow by Pamela Fagan Hutchins is the 4th book in the excellent Detective Delaney Pace series and I have been hooked from the first book of this series. it is fast paced police procedural. set in a small town of Kearny. It is full of twists and turns throughout that will have you turning the pages quickly to find out what happens next.

When a violent storm erupts over the small town of Kearny, bringing a devastating mudslide. Amongst the debris the worn threads of a child’s blanket her long dark hair matted with the fallen earth that killed her. WoW.........

The rescue team find rope marks around the ankles of the teenage girl, they call in Detective Delaney Pace. Fourteen-year-old Marilyn Littlewolf went missing five years ago after moving to Kearny from a local reservation. Fearing she was dead, nobody expected Marilyn to ever come home. So where has she been? And why is her body covered in bruises?

Delaney thinks Marilyn was held captive in the mountains that tower above the town, but with acres of remote wilderness to search, the investigation seems impossible. Diving into Marilyn’s case, one name stands out that makes her blood turn cold as her friend and longstanding babysitter to her two adopted daughters, Skeeter Rawlins.

Racing to his home, she finds it in disarray, it’s clear he left in a hurry. In disbelief, Delaney takes in the empty whisky bottles and wonders if she was wrong to trust her reliable old friend with her darling girls?

As all the evidence piles up against Skeeter, Delaney’s heart shatters when another girl is reported missing. Tracing her to a remote cabin deep in the woods, she fears she’s about to finally uncover the truth about her once-trusted friend. But when she bursts into the disheveled shack nothing could have prepared her for what she finds. Was she wrong to suspect Skeeter as the twisted mind behind the missing girls? And is she already too late to save another innocent life?

This book was so good, especially as it can be read as a standalone but I do recommend you read the other three books. They will not disappoint!

Delaney Pace is someone that you want in your corner. She is extremely loyal and loves her family and those close to her. The dynamics between her and Leo help to keep the story moving. This book had a number of intertwining lines as they sheriffs office tries to work with the police department on the same case. It gets complicated by the case of Marilyn, then Sue and then another girl goes missing. The author does a great job keeping the story going, dropping clues, following leads, blending family interactions all to come to the conclusion. Challenge you to read and see if you figure out the ending.

"Her Forgotten Shadow" with its fast paced and intense storyline will immerse readers into a dark, mysterious and suspenseful world. A world where Detective Delaney Pace strives to unravel a decade-old mystery linked to a series of recent disappearances. Alongside the investigation, she finds herself dealing with the troubling possibility of a close friend's involvement in the mysterious disappearances.

"Her Forgotten Shadow" marks the fourth installment in the riveting Detective Delaney Pace series. While each novel presents a unique mystery, making them enjoyable on their own, the characters' personal journeys continue to evolve throughout the series. For a richer experience, it's beneficial to read them sequentially.  

In the aftermath of a storm and mudslide, the body of a young girl turns up. Upon investigating, Delaney discovers that the corpse was that of a young girl of Crow ethnicity.  She went missing five years ago. Not sure if her death could be classified as a murder Delaney and her boss, Leo decides to investigate her whereabouts in the last five years. However, when another girl of the same ethnicity turns up dead in a similar fashion, Delaney realized there was more to the case than she first imagined. She finds herself in more of a turmoil when evidence uncovered points to her friend private investigator Skeeter Rawlins.

In my opinion, a great mystery is one that keeps you guessing right up to the final page. "Her Forgotten Shadow" does just that, providing a riveting and thrilling tale.  Dark elements, particularly concerning the young age of the victims and their grim experiences permeates the story. Moreover, the crimes are steeped in intense religious beliefs. The story compelled me to keep reading, eager to learn the perpetrator's identity. The novel strikes a fine balance between the mystery and the personal lives of the characters. Readers see Delaney not just as a detective but also as a mother. Additionally, one observes her inner turmoil over her feelings for Leo and her reaction to his presence on various dating platforms.

"Her Forgotten Shadow" weaves a tale that masterfully blends elements of the mystery and thriller genres. Its centered around a complex investigation that promises to keep readers guessing right up to the final page. The story written within the pages of this book is designed to captivate readers, holding them in suspense and leaving them questioning whether the truth come to light before time runs out.

HER FORGOTTEN SHADOW (Detective Delaney Pace Book #4) by Pamela Fagan Hutchins is a fast-paced, intense small town police procedural. Delaney and Leo are back in action investigating a series of crimes with young Crow heritage girls disappearing from Kearney, Wyoming. This book can be read as a standalone for the crime thriller plot, but this is a series with characters evolving throughout and their interactions impact the plot at times in other books. I have enjoyed reading them all in order.

When workers go to clear a landslide off the road after a storm, they discover the body of a young girl in the mud. Delaney and Leo discover it is a young girl who disappeared five years ago and was thought to be with her absentee father in Montana on the Crow reservation. Where has she really been? When another girl goes missing and is found dead at the base of a cliff, some of the clues are pointing to Delaney’s friend and babysitter, P.I. Skeeter Rawlins who is missing with another missing young Crow girl.

While some of the evidence leads Delaney and Leo to a teacher at the middle school who has a connection with all three girls, there is still a danger lurking in the mountains. It is a race to save the missing girl and unravel who is responsible.

I love this exciting series not only for the interesting crime plots, but also for the emotional character interactions. Delaney and her girls always make me laugh as well as feel the emotional ups and downs of raising young girls. Leo and Delaney have a relationship that is so frustrating and yet realistic. I do wish Delaney had a little more faith in Leo and not always jump to conclusions brought on by someone else’s interference. The crime plot in this book was intense and heart-breaking. It moves at an ever-increasing pace right up to the conclusion and was very realistic. I am looking forward to reading about the next criminal investigation in Kearney, finding out if Delaney and Leo work out their relationship, and seeing if Delaney and Skeeter discover if her mother is truly still alive.

I highly recommend this harrowing small town crime thriller/police procedural! I am anxiously waiting for the next book in the series.

Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this eARC.

Pamela Fagan Hutchins delivers another electrifying installment in the Detective Delaney Pace series with Her Forgotten Shadow. This fourth book is a masterclass in suspense, blending a gripping plot with deeply human characters and a vividly realized setting.

The novel begins with a violent storm that triggers a devastating mudslide in the small town of Kearny. Amidst the chaos, the body of fourteen-year-old Marilyn Littlewolf is discovered, her long dark hair matted with earth and rope marks around her ankles. Marilyn had been missing for five years, and her reappearance as a corpse raises chilling questions. Detective Delaney Pace is called in to unravel the mystery, suspecting that Marilyn was held captive in the remote mountains. As Delaney dives deeper into the case, she uncovers a web of secrets that point to her trusted friend, Skeeter Rawlins.

Characters: Hutchins excels in creating complex, relatable characters. Delaney Pace is a formidable protagonist whose determination and vulnerability make her a compelling lead. Her personal connections to the case add layers of emotional depth, making her investigation all the more urgent. Skeeter Rawlins, once a trusted friend, becomes a figure of suspicion, adding to the novel’s intricate web of relationships and motives.

Writing Style: Hutchins’ writing is both evocative and precise, capturing the atmospheric tension of a small town besieged by natural and human threats. Her prose is sharp and engaging, with a pacing that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.

Her Forgotten Shadow explores themes of trust, betrayal, and the resilience of the human spirit. The novel delves into the impact of past traumas on present actions, highlighting how unresolved issues can resurface in unexpected and dangerous ways.

Her Forgotten Shadow is a standout entry in the Detective Delaney Pace series, showcasing Pamela Fagan Hutchins’ talent for crafting suspenseful, emotionally resonant crime thrillers. The novel’s intricate plot, well-drawn characters, and atmospheric setting make it an unputdownable read.

Highly recommended for fans of gripping mysteries and psychological thrillers.

This is my first read by this author and what a great mystery it was.
Delaney and Leo, what a great crime solving duo they made.
A body in a landslide turns out to be a young girl missing for years. And it's not the first, the town is held in terror as more girls vanish. Will our sheriff team be able to solve this mystery.
Quite a few players here which left me wondering who did what and how were they all connected.
This story kept me riveted until I finished. Thanks NetGalley now I need to add to my TBR pile.

A thrilling ride of mystery, terror and deceit! Hutchins keeps making Delaney Pace better with each book! When she first came on the pages she was haunted by the past and heart set on finding answers and retreating. She never expected to give her heart to her newly made family in such a deep way, and the depth she's grown as a person while doing so is shining bright. This particular case hits a little too close to home and involves so many secrets and lies that keep sending her in various directions. I was hooked from the very start and enchanted until the end. I love Delaney and can't wait to see what's in store next with the secrets revealed at the end! Well developed storyline, relatable characters and plenty of drama to sink our teeth into. Loved it!

I highly recommend this book as well as the rest of the series to anyone that loves a strong female police lead who works diligently to bring the criminals to justice and keep those close to her safe.

Her Forgotten Shadow by Pamela Fagan Hutchins is a belter of a thriller based in a remote, rural community in Wyoming.

A rescue team is working a mudslide when they discover a deceased girl, who is identified as a girl who disappeared 5 years previously from a local reservation and who everybody assumed was either with family, or who had already passed away. But, in addition to finding her body, marks of forced captivity are evident upon her person, raising the question, where has she been for the last five years?

Det. Delaney Pace is called in to investigate along with Sherriff Leo, a partnership with an intense slow burn outside of their dynamic professional partnership.

Girls from the reservation continue to disappear, but not everythig is as it seems...

This is the first book from this author I have read and the third in the series (although it can be read as a strong standalone) A very strong thriller from an accomplished author that I will be adding to my favourites list

Thank you to Bookouture, NetGalley and Pamela Fagan Hutchins for this incredible ARC. My review is left voluntarily and all opinions are my own

Even though this was book 4 in the series, I read it first. I will definitely go back and read more. I loved Delaney and the strong woman she is. I also love her chemistry with Leo. With a new mystery to solve she must try to balance work with life now that she has the girls to take care of. The suspense and drama are riveting and I couldn’t put the book down. I will definitely read more books by Pamela Fagan Hutchins and will finish the rest of this series. I would definitely recommend.

After devouring the first 3 books in this series in short order, I have been looking forward to getting my hands on Delaney Pace book 4, and it did not disappoint! Delaney is a smart, resourceful and resilient sheriff’s department detective in Kearney, Wyoming with two adoptive daughters and close friends that are her chosen family. The body of a young girl who has been missing for 5 years is found under a mountainside mudslide and the autopsy shows she had been held captive and tortured, Another young girl disappears, and Delaney and her boss, friend, and possible romantic interest Sheriff Leo Palmer race to find her. The rugged and unique aspects of rural Wyoming as the setting adds interest to what is already an exciting, action packed story. The characters are likable, interesting, and “real”, and I enjoyed the humor of Leo’s foray into dating apps. While I recommend reading the series in order for all the backstories, I think a reader can enjoy this as a standalone too.

Book #4 in the Detective Delaney Pace series. The series has matured and developed since book #1 as readers watched Delaney and Leo solve some of the worst crimes imaginable. HER FORGOTTEN SHADOW starts with a mud slide. During the cleanup, the body of a young woman is found. Initially it's assumed she was killed in the slide. When clues point towards criminal influence in her death, the surprise is her identity. She disappeared 5 years before and her family assumed she had run to relatives. This is the main story line. Each book follows a main story plus some over arcing stories from prior books. While the books are great stand alones, the series adds an added dimension as readers see the lives of the characters grow and change.

Pamela Fagan Hutchins is a prolific author with several excellent series and some great stand alones. Her back library is enough to keep you reading for a long vacation from real life. Treat yourself and share with a friend or two. I've recommended her books often and will continue to read and recommend as long as new books keep coming.

Unpredictable entertaining read! This series gets better and better with each new book! I could not put this haunting thriller down. Lots of twists and turns, murder and mayhem, complex interesting characters and a story that kept me guessing to the very end. A real page turner and a must read!

Her Forgotten Shadow is book 4 in the Detective Delaney Pace series by Pamela Fagan Hutchins.
This is a captivating, twisty crime thriller. This is another very good, well written read in the Delaney Pace series.
I was completely consumed as soon as I concluded the first chapter. There was no shortage of twists and turns and I was on the edge of my seat the entire time. The twist was insane and unpredictable!
The story is full of tension, intrigue, and twists.

would like to thank netgalley and the publisher for letting me read this amazing book

this one is book 4 in the series and guess who is starting this series with this book...but not to worry i have the others on my kindle so i can go back to them ....

man this book is high octane.... its what finding a new author is all about... and boy am i going to be following this author for quite a while

it has all the elements in a book that i love but i think its the writing style of the author that i love... i fell into this book and didnt want to leave it... the characters and places for me came alive.... all the interactions kept me glued to the pages....

looking forward to catching up on the past books but also future books to come from this author

This page-turner keeps you guessing. I love Delaney and the entire cast of characters. I found my heart in my throat a few times with this one. It keeps you guessing. I was up way past bedtime. I couldn't put it down!

I know this is a great read based on everything the author has produced. Because of the fact I could not get the font/page size set on my IPad, I have been unable to read this advance copy. This is not a reflection of Pamela Fagan Hutchins, or her publisher, or even NetGalley, but of aging and some of the complications of that. I will be purchasing a hard copy to enjoy!