Final Trimester 2nd Edition
Paramedic Jodi Duncan recognizes the work of a serial killer before the Myrtle Beach PD even suspects a connection between the bizarre deaths. Despite the vast differences in the cases, Jodi urges Detective Nate Quigley to think outside the box. After digging deep into the investigations, Nate finds no evidence to support a serial killer theory, and he warns Jodi to back off police business, which only fuels her interest...
The Hidden Son
When U.S. DEA Special Agent Lelisa Desmond refuses to follow an order to bury evidence in a high profile case, her superior hires a hit man to forever silence her deep in the ocean off Grand Cayman Island. Lelisa survives the first attempt on her life, but someone close to her is mistakenly murdered in her place. With no one to trust, Lelisa enlists Inspector Alec Dyer for assistance but soon learn she's his number one suspect in the homicide. She sets off on a daring mission to bring down the man who ordered her execution - a man in a high position, with powerful friends; a man who will stop at nothing to keep his son hidden.
I immediately downloaded The Hidden Son after reading Final Trimester. I was not disappointed. It is a must-read for any avid suspense reader. I was hooked from the opening scene. My heart was beating fast—I felt myself dive into the story and couldn't put it down. Although The Hidden Son is Dianna Benson’s debut book, you would not realize it from the engaging storyline, the details in the writing, or the edge-of-your seat suspense. Lelisa is a U.S. DEA agent who suspects her boss is trying to kill her because she will not bury evidence in a high-profile case. When her friend dies while they are vacationing on the Cayman Islands, Alec the local detective gets involved. Alec is not sure what to think of Lelisa and he knows she is not sharing everything she knows. Both characters are very likable. You want her to trust him but you totally understand why she doesn't after all that's happened. The secondary storyline of Alec’s missing daughter of two years adds to the already fast-paced and intense drama. My favorite scene was when he found her magazine and her notes in it. There were at least two scenes where I was holding my breath from the intensity. Another reason I recommend this book for a book club discussion is the book’s interesting discussion about what parents will do to protect their children and to what lengths they will go. I recommend reading The Hidden Son and Third Trimester in order to get the full impact of the characters. I highly recommend this book if you like action and suspense with a subtle dose of inspiration.
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Donna Feyen
All I can say is my goodness what a great book! This is my first book by Ms. Benson and I am looking forward to more. I believe this was Ms. Benson's first book and I was just blown away. I loved the story from cover to cover. No spoilers, but you will love the ending!
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Dianna T. Benson
Dianna Torscher Benson is an Award-Winning and International Bestselling Author of suspense. She’s the 2014 Selah Award Winner for Best Debut Novel, the 2011 Mystery/Suspense/Thriller Genesis Winner, a 2011 Genesis double Semi-Finalist, a 2010 Daphne du Maurier Finalist, and a 2007 Golden Palm Finalist. She’s the author of The Hidden Son, Final Trimester and Persephone’s Fugitive. The 2nd edition of The Hidden Son released in 2016. The 2nd edition of Final Trimester will soon release.
<An EMT and a victim advocate (and a former FEMA and Haz-Mat Operative), Dianna authentically implements her firsthand emergency medical experience into her thrillers. She loves helping people in need, often in their darkest time in life. Dianna and her husband married in 1990; they live in North Carolina with their adult children.
What people say about Dianna's novels
“A high-octane thriller, The Hidden Son is sure to jump-start your adrenaline. From the first page, I was thrust into the action; there were enough twists and turns to ride the tide until the end. I especially like a good mystery/suspense when I’m anchored in the world of historical fiction, so this was that extra dash of cayenne pepper needed to spice-up my reading. I enjoyed the surprises tossed throughout the book – especially those concerning Alec Dyer’s daughter’s cold case. Overall, the mystery/suspense was interesting and there were enough surprises to keep any reader satisfied. The last curve ball at the end was definitely unexpected…”
Christian Book Review
March, 2014
“Dianna T. Benson’s Persephone’s Fugitive is an interesting, tense-filled story about a desperate man who takes a hostage. Ms. Benson does a good job getting inside the heads of the multi-dimensional characters. Enjoyed!”
Margaret Daley
USA Today Bestselling Author
“This is the third book I’ve read by Dianna T. Benson, and once again she doesn’t disappoint. Well-drawn characters, plenty of action, and a fast-paced story kept me turning the pages late into the night. Persephone’s Fugitive is a solid second book in Benson’s Cayman Island’s Trilogy and left me wondering how much more trouble her characters will find themselves involved in once the third book in the series is finished. Grab your favorite drink, sit back in a comfortable chair, and prepare to be entertained.”
Michael J. Webb, Author of The Master’s Quilt, The Oldest Enemy and Infernal Gates
“More twists and turns than a mountain road! If you’re looking for a thrill ride, this book [Final Trimester] is it. Benson delivers not only a great story but one with wonderful characters and great dialogue. Along with that, she has a unique writing style that keeps the book moving forward. Her real-life knowledge of medicine comes through time after time. All in all, a story not to be missed.”
Lillian Duncan, author of Betrayed, Deadly Intent, Trapped, and Pursued