Wow! Just, wow! That's exactly what I thought when I finished reading Hell is Naked by author duo Jean James and Mary James. This story grabbed me from the very start and kept me obsessively reading all the way through to the very end! Follow the story of Warren Roberts, a man used to his role as a tough guy. SWAT team member, all-round macho man, he finds himself in one of the most embarrassing roles of his life, that of an undercover agent as a movie extra. Warren longs to get back to what he loves best, the manly world of real detective work. It takes him only a short time to find the object of his worth, Rainy Wray, although he's not quite sure why anyone would want to find her. It doesn't take him to long to figure out that there's more to Rainy and her situation than meets the eye, and soon he realizes that he just might be fighting for both of their lives. Will they make it through? You'll need to read the book to find out! I very much enjoyed Hell is Naked. Authors Jean James and Mary James have done a great job in creating characters that their readers will relate to, connect with, and truly come to care about. If that isn't a hallmark of a great author, I'm not sure what is. Their writing style is crisp and full of action, and has a great deal of humor as well. Any reader looking for an exciting, action filled and fun new read of fiction should absolutely give this book a chance. I am so pleased to be able to highly recommend Hell is Naked and look forward to reading more from Jean James and Mary James as soon as I possibly can! --Chris Fischer for Readers Favorite

What first drew my attention to Jean James and Mary James' book was the enigmatic title: Hell Is Naked. At once, I thought it would be another allegory that would remind readers of Eden, but it was something even more powerful and captivating, a mystery that will have readers turning the pages without taking stock of the passing time. The story is told in the first person narrative and in a voice that is sharp and clear, combining humor with sharp insights to weave wonderful episodes into the story. The first lines are philosophical and revealing of human nature, and they immediately arouse the reader's curiosity, who would want to see how the words play out in the story. A police officer, Warren Roberts, with twenty years of experience, most of them SWAT, gets a role undercover as a movie extra. He is skilled, and would never have considered doing so much for the little pay people get as an extra, but something is about to change all that. Lorraine Wray - or Rainy Wray - is the person he is looking for, a woman whose parents do not know her whereabouts, an actress who might be operating under a different name. It takes very little effort for Warren to find her. But why does he even have to locate her? That is the mystery he has to uncover. Jean and Mary James have done an exceptional job on the plot and the complexity of characters. The writing is excellent, embellished by confident dialogues, well-crafted to read naturally. Hell Is Naked captures the spirit of Hollywood in a brilliant way and readers will be keen to read about what goes on behind the scenes. This is a very interesting story that combines elements of mystery, police investigation, and drama to create a powerful, entertaining piece. It's a page-turner. --Ruffina Oserio for Readers Favorite

Hell Is Naked by Jean James and Mary James is a suspenseful, action-packed mystery. Warren Roberts is a compelling and powerful protagonist; his tenacious and formidable character is irresistibly attractive. All of the characters with their unusual dispositions are likable and easy to relate to. The superb storyline has an outstanding and stimulating plot that keeps the reader holding their breath until the shocking conclusion. This is a fabulous fast-paced novel that is hard to put down and will appeal to enthusiasts of suspense and murder mysteries. --Susan Sewell for Readers Favorite