Pretty Broken Dolls Virtual Book Tour Highlights

 It's so sad to see our authors go, but in tribute we do a recap of the highlights of their blog tour with us at Pump Up Your Book.  Today we're highlighting Jennifer Chase and her Pretty Broken Dolls Virtual Book Publicity Tour. A very big THANK YOU to all the amazing bloggers who helped make Jennifer's tour a success!

Meet the Author

Jennifer Chase is a multi award-winning and USA Today BestSelling crime fiction author, as well as a consulting criminologist. Jennifer holds a bachelor’s degree in police forensics and a master’s degree in criminology & criminal justice. These academic pursuits developed out of her curiosity about the criminal mind as well as from her own experience with a violent psychopath, providing Jennifer with deep personal investment in every story she tells. In addition, she holds certifications in serial crime and criminal profiling.  She is an affiliate member of the International Association of Forensic Criminologists, and member of the International Thriller Writers. 

You can visit her website at www.authorjenniferchase.com or connect with her on Twitter, Goodreads and Facebook.

Inside the Book

Title: PRETTY BROKEN DOLLS: DETECTIVE KATIE SCOTT SERIES #6
Author: Jennifer Chase
Publisher: Bookouture
Pages: 302
Genre: Crime Thriller

In the thin light of the moon, the woman’s limp body hangs from the iron fence amongst the redwoods. Looped over the railings is the little gold locket her mother gave her when she turned sixteen. The picture of the girl inside smiles out at a future she’ll never see…

As day breaks over the fairground, Detective Katie Scott forces herself to take in another disturbing scene in front of her. A woman, the same age as her, found slumped in the carriage of the Ferris wheel, red lipstick dragged across her lips, her throat cut.

Katie doesn’t want to believe that the serial killer picking off women across the state has found their way to the small town of Pine Valley, California, but when her team finds a gold engagement ring hanging nearby, it’s a terrifying, but undeniable fact.

With a twisted killer on her doorstep, Katie knows if she doesn’t act fast, she’ll find more women left out in the cold like broken dolls. Her team hit dead end after dead end, but only she can see the vital link between the victims: a connection with Katie herself.

Katie has spent years pushing traumatic memories of her years in the military far out of reach, but she must confront them now or more innocent women will die. But as the killer circles closer and closer to Katie, what if the only answer is to give him what he wants? There must be another way…

Warning – This absolutely unputdownable thriller will keep you up all night! Fans of Lisa Regan, Rachel Caine and Melinda Leigh better hold on tight for a nail-biting rollercoaster ride!

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Highlights

 

Literarily Speaking (Guest Post)

, "You've probably figured out by now reading any of the books in the Detective Katie Series is that I love dogs. Actually, I'm an animal lover and have been even before I could walk. But dogs have always been my go-to buddy. What I truly enjoy is dog training. They are amazing. I prefer active working type of dogs, like Labrador Retrievers and German Shepherds, which help keep me on my toes. I have trained in obedience, agility, scent and trailing, and dock diving. One of my dogs is trained in German commands just like K9 Cisco in the book. 

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As the Pages Turn (Character Profile Sheet)

The worse part of my life is: I feel alone and suffer from PTSD.

I want to teach my children that: No matter what happens there are always good things and good people in your life.

A good time for me is: Late in the evening when everyone is sleeping, I sit outside on the porch swing, so I can recharge in the quiet time.

The worse advice my father gave me is: He never gave me any bad advice. He was a great father and I miss in dearly.

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Don't Judge, Read (Review)

"I loved the plot, I liked the characters and I loved the mystery. The opening really pulls you into what’s going to come in this book. And it jumps from that opening into another mystery in progress, which shows you the life that our main characters are living." 

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All the Ups and Downs (Guest Post)

"Pine Valley, California is a fictitious town in the Sierra Mountains. This book as well as the series takes advantage of the great outdoors, mountains, lakes, and the abundance of Pine Trees. I love being outside so I incorporated it into my stories - and a few crime scenes."

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Hooked From the Page One (First Page Highlight)

"The front door stood ajar. It bumped gently against the jamb in rhythm with the evening breeze. The screen remained wide open and was bent precariously around the aluminum frame. Pieces of broken glass from a shattered light bulb above had scattered across the porch, leaving behind a shadowy darkness draped across the front of the small house."

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Sefina Hawke's Books (Review)

"PRETTY BROKEN DOLLS: DETECTIVE KATIE SCOTT SERIES #6 is a well written crime thriller that grabbed my interest right from the start. A serial killer needing to be caught and a detective need to confront her own memories in order to stop the killings was a plot that was irresistible from the start. So much so that I finished the whole book in one weekend.."

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Totally Addicted to Reading Review

"The story had me on the edge of my seat from its intense prologue to the end when the case was tied up. Danger and suspense permeated the pages of this riveting read. I was on pins and needles, knowing that Katie would likely be in the killer’s crosshairs because of her K9 connection. Katie can handle herself, but it didn’t stop me from fearing for her safety."

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The Literary Nook (Character Interview)

You come face to face with your worse enemy. How do you react?

Being a police detective and former military K9 handler, I've come face to face with too many enemies in my short lifetime. I'm ready for anything—no matter what.

You keep a photo album of memories from your lifetime. If you could only keep one photo, which one would that be?

It would be a photo of me and my parents when I was twelve years old. It was happy times before they were brutally taken from me in an auto accident.

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Rajiv's Reviews (Review)

"Even though I have not read the previous five books, I had no trouble reading this as a standalone. Katie is good in the lead as she and her partner McGaven try to find a possible serial killer whose victims appear like broken dolls. The author writes crime fiction nicely, and it was interesting to see how Katie started to connect the clues. The author adds potential suspects and suspicious people like Agent Campbell, who just gave me the creeps."

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Books for Books (Review)

"I really enjoyed reading PRETTY BROKEN DOLLS: DETECTIVE KATIE SCOTT SERIES #6. The book had a nice pace to it that let me take in the different hints and clues while still following Katie on her hunt for the truth. I enjoyed following Katie and trying to figure out the mystery alongside her."

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amandainpa (Review)

"The story was full of suspense and action, along with several twists and turns. It moved super fast and was difficult to put down. I highly recommend this one! I’m looking forward to going back in the series and reading more from this author."

  
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As the Page Turns (Interview)

What kind of advice would you give other crime fiction authors?

"There's so much advice out there, but I believe in the basics. Write. Write. And Write. Write what you love and don't let anyone tell you what they think you should write. Happy writing."

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Jazzy Book Reviews (Guest Post)

"Pretty Broken Dolls revolves around Detective Katie Scott who heads up the cold case unit in Pine Valley, California. I'm fascinated with cold cases as well as the people who investigate them. Even though it's sad that these cases have remained unsolved for a couple of years and sometimes decades, I find that the men and women who persevere with the dedication to solve them to give closure to the families are true heroes."

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Blogging Authors (Guest Post)

"I don’t know how many times I’ve read a novel where the author doesn’t understand the difference between a revolver and semi-automatic gun. If you’re going to use a gun as the character’s weapon of choice, know everything about it—size, make, model, type of grip, how many bullets it holds, how to hold, and how the safety works."

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Booking with Janelle (Review)

"Chase does it again with another suspenseful Detective Kate book! I love that the characters Chase creates are flawed and relatable, but also that almost all have some hidden depth to them." 

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The Faerie Review (Review)

"I was so happy to see Katie and McGavin back for another thrilling mystery. The rapport between them is natural, and only enhances the story. This one gave me chills the moment I started reading, as the prologue unfolded like a horror movie. There was never a dull moment, and I was reluctant to take any breaks from reading. You’ll be trying to figure out who the killer is, what his next move is, and just what is going on with Special Agent Campbell? Perfect for mystery and thriller lovers."

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Just Another Reader (Review)

"This is the second Chase book that I'm reading, and I was eagerly looking forward to reading this episode of Detective Katie's chronicles as she and Sean fervently try stopping a serial killer on the loose, with the lives of potential innocent victims at stake. The book holds up pretty well as an edge-of-the-seat, stand-alone tale. The narrative is brilliant, and had me guessing and wondering on the identity of the criminal until the revelation. As in the previous one, I loved Katie's characterization with all its vulnerabilities, as she struggles through PTSD and insecurities. A lovely read which I was glad to not miss."

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