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[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Hunting Rabbits" by Mark Gilleo.]
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5 out of 5 stars
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After thirty-five years, new evidence for a cold case is uncovered. After an attempted armed robbery of a Walgreens, a fingerprint on the gun is a match for a print from the cold case. Charlie Gates, the Chief of Police, is connected to the cold case as his sister was one of the murder victims. When he learns about the new evidence, he is determined to solve the case. However, this is easier said than done. The investigation hits roadblock after roadblock, including involvement from the CIA. Put on your detective cap and follow along with the investigation by reading Hunting Rabbits by Mark Gilleo!

To me, the best murder mysteries keep you guessing until the end. I am happy to report this was the case for this novel. The inciting incident, an attempted robbery, was stopped by a Good Samaritan. However, instead of sticking around to speak with the police, the Good Samaritan fled the scene. From there, the case continued to lead down a number of different paths. Gates found himself speaking to all sorts of people. When it seemed as though I had everything figured out, there would always be another twist.

I also thought the characters were compelling. Gates was driven by his desire to see his sister's murderer brought to justice. From the start, the case was personal, and his passion was clear. I also thought the chemistry between Gates and the detective working with him, Luis Millares, was excellent. The creative solutions they employed to track down witnesses and find evidence also added to the intrigue. Each roadblock gave them a new puzzle to solve.

I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars. With minimal errors, an engaging plot, and an unexpected twist at the end, there was nothing to dislike about this book. I have no reason to give it anything other than a perfect rating. Those who enjoy murder mysteries and spies should check out Hunting Rabbits!

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Indeed, I am in support of the view that the best murder mysteries always keep you guessing until the very end. This is one of the best features of the murder mystery novels that I enjoy. I am glad the leading characters saw the roadblocks they encountered as new puzzles to solve. Thanks for the review, @Laney K.
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Post by Shirley Ann Riddern Labzentis »

Nice review! I don't always read murder mysteries, but when I come across a good one, I do read it. From your review, this one sounds great, so I will be picking this one up. Thanks for the review!
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Post by Ana Clara Machado Pereira »

Essa resenha está ótima, esse romance policial é incrível, da o ar de mistério e romance ao mesmo tempo é incrível essa resenha. Eu gostei bastante
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Post by rian monteiro »

O livro *Hunting Rabbits*, de Mark Gilleo, é um thriller policial envolvente que combina mistério, suspense e profundidade emocional. Publicado em 2022, o romance acompanha o chefe de polícia Charlie Gates, que reabre um caso arquivado há 35 anos envolvendo o assassinato de sua irmã. A investigação é liderada por Luis "Quags" Millares, um experiente detetive de homicídios de Miami, agora trabalhando em Williamsburg. Juntos, eles desvendam uma teia complexa de pistas que os leva a confrontar segredos obscuros e instituições poderosas, como a instalação de treinamento da CIA em Camp Peareyr.
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Post by Yasmine ZM »

I enjoyed reading this review, this thriller sounds fantastic. Especially because the suspense is present until the end. Thanks to your review, I would like to read it.
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