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Turn Back (A Morgan Reid FBI Suspense Thriller—Book One) - cover

Turn Back (A Morgan Reid FBI Suspense Thriller—Book One)

Kate Bold

Publisher: Independent Author

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Summary

"This is an excellent book… When you start reading, be sure you don't have to wake up early!"
—Reader review for The Killing Game
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A fanatic cult leader orchestrates murders, mirroring the martyrdom of the 12 apostles. FBI Agent Morgan Reid, brilliant and determined, has met her match. She must race to find the next target—before a twisted disciple claims another soul for their crusade….

A prominent pastor is discovered crucified upside-down like Saint Peter, and FBI Agent Morgan Reid uncovers a personal connection to her brother's murder—only to realize this killer is merely the first apostle in a twisted religious cult with more disciples waiting to unleash their divine retribution….

Might she be the next target?

This is BOOK #1 in a new series by #1 bestselling mystery and suspense author Kate Bold.

The Morgan Reid mystery series is a heart-racing cat-and-mouse narrative brimming with shocking twists and unexpected turns. This series breathes new life into the mystery genre with its unique lead character, guaranteed to capture your heart and compel you to read well past bedtime. Fans of Karin Slaughter, Teresa Driscoll, and Mary Burton are sure to fall in love.

"This book moved very fast and every page was exciting. Plenty of dialogue, you absolutely love the characters, and you were rooting for the good guy throughout the whole story… I look forward to reading the next in the series."
—Reader review for The Killing Game
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"Kate did an amazing job on this book and I was hooked from the first chapter!"
—Reader review for The Killing Game
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"I really enjoyed this book. The characters were authentic, and I see the bad guys as something we hear about daily on the news... Looking forward to book 2."
—Reader review for The Killing Game
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"This was a really good book. The main characters were real, flawed and human. The story went along quickly and wasn't mired in too many unnecessary details. I really enjoyed it."
—Reader review for The Killing Game
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"Alexa Chase is headstrong, impatient, but most of all brave with a capital B. She never, repeat never, backs down until the bad guys are put where they belong. Clearly five stars!"
—Reader review for The Killing Game
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"Captivating and riveting serial murder with a twist of the macabre… Very well done."
—Reader review for The Killing Game
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"WOW what a great read! Talk about a diabolical killer! Really enjoyed this book. Looking forward to reading others by this author as well."
—Reader review for The Killing Game
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"Page turner for sure. Great characters and relationships. I got into the middle of this story and couldn't put it down. Looking forward to more from Kate Bold."
—Reader review for The Killing Game
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"Hard to put down. It has an excellent plot and has the right amount of suspense. I really enjoyed this book."
—Reader review for The Killing Game
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"Extremely well written, and well worth buying and reading. I can't wait to read book two!"
—Reader review for The Killing Game
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Available since: 11/15/2025.
Print length: 250 pages.

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