Taxed to Death
Debra Purdy Kong
Mystery/Suspense
[rating: 3/5]
Available in:
• Mobi/Kindle
• ePub/iPad
• PDF
• HTML
… from…
• Amazon
• MobiPocket
• AllRomanceEbooks
• OmniLit
Also in paperback
When Revenue Canada auditor Alex Bellamy discovers that $150,000 is missing from Ice Craft Jewelers inventory, someone from Special Investigations suddenly takes him off the case. But Alex decides to keep investigating anyhow, and before he knows it, his best friend is dead—suicide, if you can believe it. Moreover, someone is chasing Alex himself, and he must turn to Jillian Scott, a woman he’s never met and who is as afraid of him as he is of being caught. Soon, her fears and his search embroil them in a bizarre and disturbing nightmare.
I read Taxed to Death as part of a review-exchange on GoodReads: I read someone’s book, and someone else reviews one of mine. To that end, and short of cash, I purchased a copy of Debra Purdy Kong’s Taxed to Death on the used market. This is the first in the Alex Bellamy series, the second being her more recent release, Fatal Encryption. But I couldn’t find a used copy of the more recent title, and I thought it would probably be best to start with the first in the series, anyhow.
The book started by throwing names and facts at me, as many mysteries do. Unfortunately—maybe because I’m dense—I didn’t get what was happening until later in the story. The story is billed as a mystery, but in some ways, it reads more like a suspense novel… except that I didn’t understand the characters, at all. In fact, the major viewpoint character, Les Silby, who gets the most screen-time, he’s one of the suspects. Him I got, at least as much as I could without knowing his full role until the end. Alex and Jillian, the hero and heroine of the story, I had no idea why they did most of the things they did.
As a side-effect, because the story can’t give away the ending, it frequently gave me a partial view, blanking out obvious things that the viewpoint character could see and was thinking about. Now, I’m not an expert in the mystery genre. As I recall, the mysteries I’ve read have achieved this effect simply by staying in the mind of the detective. Suspense novels, not so much, but in a suspense, it’s more important to maintain the tension between hero and villain, rather than to keep secret who the villain is. I’m not sure I liked the effect in Taxed to Death.
The story did get better near the end, as the situation became clear and the forces of evil began to close around our heroes. Even so, I never understood why Alex and Jillian did most of what they did, or felt what they felt, or thought what they were thinking. This is extremely important to me, because rich, three-dimensional characters are key to a good story. And these characters just fell flat.
This story is also missing a theme, as far as I can tell. I had originally expected something like: financial fraud is about more than money. (And that could be the theme of the story… maybe, kinda.) Or: we all pay when someone embezzles funds. (And I didn’t get that at all from this story.) Much less did I see an uplifting, character-based theme. It simply wasn’t that kind of book.
After all of that, I do hope to read the next book in the series Fatal Encryption. Why? Well, Taxed to Death is Debra Purdy Kong’s first book, published 15 years ago. That means that Debra probably put more into it than any other story she’s written, but also that it reflects her inexperience as an novelist. I’m hoping that Fatal Encryption, which came out just a couple years ago, gave her a chance to address some of the storytelling issues I noticed in Taxed to Death. Most importantly, I’m hoping she has gotten better at characterizing her characters, and I really want to get to know Alex Bellamy.
-TimK
|
Taxed to Death |
Available in: |
можно ли купить диплом о среднем образовании можно ли купить диплом о среднем образовании .
Guzellik ve kozmetikte her zaman gecmisten al?nacak dersler bulunur. 90’lar?n modas?ndan guzellik s?rlar?n? kesfetmeye haz?r olun.
Для тех, кто ищет информацию по теме “Ev Dekorasyonunda Modern ve Estetik Cozumler”, есть отличная статья.
Вот, делюсь ссылкой:
https://evimturk.com
Guzellik, gecmisle gunumuz aras?nda bir kopru kurmakt?r. 90’lar?n moda s?rlar?, bu koprunun onemli parcalar?ndan.
бездепозитные бонусы казино без отыгрыша Бездепозитные бонусы – это щедрый подарок от онлайн-казино, который позволяет игрокам начать игру, не рискуя собственными деньгами. Представьте: вы регистрируетесь, получаете бонус и можете сразу же приступить к игре на реальные деньги. Это отличный способ протестировать новые слоты, оценить функционал казино и понять, подходит ли оно вам. Главное – внимательно ознакомиться с условиями отыгрыша, чтобы успешно вывести свой выигрыш.
Cildinizi s?martmak icin haz?r olun!
“Turk Mutfag?n?n Unutulmaz Lezzet Hikayeleri” konusunda bilgi arayanlar icin cok faydal? bilgiler buldum.
Asag?daki linke bakabilirsiniz:
https://turksofrasi.com
Cilt bak?m?n?n buyusu ile tan?s?n ve hayat?n?za kazand?r?n.
Cilt bak?m?n?z? bir ust seviyeye c?karman?n zaman? geldi, siz ne dersiniz?
Bu arada, eger Faydal? Dekorasyon ve Mobilya Ipuclar? ile ilgileniyorsan?z, buraya goz at?n.
Iste, linki paylas?yorum:
https://cilginmobilya.com
Guzelliginizin ve sagl?g?n?z?n anahtar? dogru cilt bak?m?nda sakl?.
Реабилитационный центр для алкоголиков в владимире предлагает полный спектр услуг по лечению зависимости от алкоголя, включая услугу вызова нарколога на дом и конфиденциальное лечение. Профессиональная помощь специалистов позволяют успешно лечить зависимость от алкоголя. Центр разработал программы реабилитации, которые включают психотерапевтическую помощь, социальную адаптацию и поддержку зависимых. Консультация нарколога поможет определить текущее состояние пациента и выбрать оптимальные методы лечения при алкоголизме. Важно уделять внимание профилактике зависимости от алкоголя и восстановлении после зависимости. вызов нарколога владимир
explorewhatspossible – Inspiring and creative site, love the theme of endless possibilities here.
classyfindsonline – Love the classy layout, everything looks elegant and well arranged.
Cilt bak?m?na dair dogal guzellik s?rlar?n? ogrenmeye haz?r m?s?n?z?
“Guzellik ve Bak?m: Trendler ve Ipuclar?” konusuyla ilgili olarak oras? tam bir bilgi hazinesi.
Asag?daki linke bakabilirsiniz:
https://ciltruhu.com
Cilt bak?m?n? hayat?n?z?n bir parcas? haline getirin ve fark? gorun.
J’adore la vibe de Betway Casino, il cree une experience captivante. Il y a une abondance de jeux excitants, proposant des jeux de cartes elegants. Le bonus de depart est top. Disponible a toute heure via chat ou email. Les gains arrivent sans delai, cependant quelques tours gratuits supplementaires seraient cool. Au final, Betway Casino est un choix parfait pour les joueurs. Pour couronner le tout le design est moderne et attrayant, amplifie l’adrenaline du jeu. Un plus les evenements communautaires vibrants, renforce la communaute.
Trouver les dГ©tails|
findperfectgift – Nicely designed site with meaningful gift options, will definitely revisit soon.
createbettertomorrow – A motivating site that reminds you to keep pushing toward your goals.
http://richdating.ru/
At this time I am going away to do my breakfast, once having my breakfast coming over again to
read other news.
90’lardan gunumuze uzanan guzellik anlay?s?na ?s?k tutan bu rehberle, zaman?n otesine gecen bir tarz elde edin.
По теме “Guzellik ve Kozmetik: Trendler ve Ipuclar?”, нашел много полезного.
Вот, можете почитать:
https://guzellikturk.com
90’lar?n buyusunu modern dunyaya tas?mak hic bu kadar kolay olmam?st?. Unutulmayan bu donemin guzellik s?rlar?n? unutmay?n!
Rabatt Apotek: Hvilket apotek på nett er best i Norge – Apotek på nett sammenligning
Guzellik ve kozmetikte her zaman gecmisten al?nacak dersler bulunur. 90’lar?n modas?ndan guzellik s?rlar?n? kesfetmeye haz?r olun.
Зацепил раздел про Evinizde Estetik ve Fonksiyonu Birlestirin: Ipuclar? ve Trendler.
Смотрите сами:
https://anadolustil.com
Guzellik, gecmisle gunumuz aras?nda bir kopru kurmakt?r. 90’lar?n moda s?rlar?, bu koprunun onemli parcalar?ndan.
узаконивание перепланировки нежилого помещения http://www.pereplanirovka-nezhilogo-pomeshcheniya16.ru .
discovergreatideas – Great for motivation and creativity, really enjoyable experience overall.
поставка медицинского оборудования поставка медицинского оборудования .
Sizi gecmisten ilham alan guzellik ipuclar?yla dolu bu nostaljik yolculuga davet ediyoruz. 90’lar modas?n?n s?rlar?na goz atal?m m??
Кстати, если вас интересует Ev Dekorasyonunda S?kl?k ve Fonksiyonellik, загляните сюда.
Вот, делюсь ссылкой:
https://evimsicak.com
Tarz?n?zda 90’lar?n esintilerini hissetmeye baslad?g?n?za eminim. Gecmisin izlerini tas?maktan korkmay?n!
explorewhatspossible – The design feels fresh and uplifting, really encourages new ideas and growth.
Cilt bak?m?n?z? bir ust seviyeye c?karman?n zaman? geldi, siz ne dersiniz?
Dogal Guzellik Yontemleri: Cilt ve Sac Bak?m? Ipuclar? hakk?ndaki bolum dikkate degerdi.
Kendiniz bak?n:
https://ipekcilt.com
Guzelliginizin ve sagl?g?n?z?n anahtar? dogru cilt bak?m?nda sakl?.
бездепозитные бонусы казино с выводом без пополнения за регистрацию Бездепозитные бонусы – это отличный способ привлечь новых игроков и дать им возможность ознакомиться с платформой, играми и сервисом казино. Это своего рода “пробник”, который позволяет оценить, нравится ли вам казино, прежде чем вкладывать собственные средства.
бездепозитные бонусы казино без пополнения Бездепозитные бонусы – это отличная возможность попробовать свои силы в онлайн-казино без риска для собственных средств. Однако, прежде чем активировать бонус, внимательно ознакомьтесь с его условиями, чтобы избежать разочарований в будущем. Удачи в игре!
автоматическая рулонная штора http://www.avtomaticheskie-rulonnye-shtory77.ru .
findperfectgift – Nicely designed site with meaningful gift options, will definitely revisit soon.
createbettertomorrow – Truly inspiring name and content; a refreshing space for motivation seekers.
imaginelearnexplore – Inspiring and informative, great site for learning and discovering new things.
birxbet http://www.1xbet-giris-5.com .
explorewhatspossible – The design feels fresh and uplifting, really encourages new ideas and growth.
thepowerofgrowth – A wonderful reminder that growth is the key to success and progress.
Dogal guzellik ve cilt bak?m?nda uzmanlar?n s?rlar?na yak?ndan bak?yoruz.
Yeri gelmisken, eger Modern Mobilya Tasar?mlar? ve Dekorasyon Ipuclar? ile ilgileniyorsan?z, buraya bir bak?n.
Asag?daki linke bakabilirsiniz:
https://modernsturk.com
Cilt bak?m?n? hayat?n?z?n bir parcas? haline getirin ve fark? gorun.
только что был свидетелем того как парней приняли с ам2233 и тусиаем от чемикала на спср офисе, вывели в браслетах посадили в микрик и увезли, чего ожидать? чем им помочь? купить онлайн мефедрон, экстази, бошки Вы очень давно работаете,стабильная деятельность.
перепланировка в нежилом помещении http://pereplanirovka-nezhilogo-pomeshcheniya16.ru .
поставщик медоборудования http://www.medoborudovanie-postavka.ru .
Cilt bak?m?n?z? bir ust seviyeye c?karman?n zaman? geldi, siz ne dersiniz?
Cilt Bak?m? ve Dogal Guzellik S?rlar? hakk?ndaki bolum ozellikle hosuma gitti.
Asag?daki linke bakabilirsiniz:
https://turkbakimi.com
Sagl?kl? ve dogal bir cilt icin duzenli bak?m sart.
discovergreatideas – Great for motivation and creativity, really enjoyable experience overall.
staycuriousdaily – Inspiring concept, encourages curiosity and lifelong learning effortlessly.
Sizi gecmisten ilham alan guzellik ipuclar?yla dolu bu nostaljik yolculuga davet ediyoruz. 90’lar modas?n?n s?rlar?na goz atal?m m??
Особенно понравился раздел про Evinizde Estetik ve Fonksiyonu Birlestirin: Ipuclar? ve Trendler.
Ссылка ниже:
https://anadolustil.com
90’lar modas?n?n guzellik s?rlar?n? kesfetmek, tarz?n?za farkl? bir boyut kazand?rabilir. Denemeye deger degil mi?
findperfectgift – Nicely designed site with meaningful gift options, will definitely revisit soon.
createbettertomorrow – Clean design with a great motivational vibe, very uplifting content.
90’lardan gunumuze uzanan guzellik anlay?s?na ?s?k tutan bu rehberle, zaman?n otesine gecen bir tarz elde edin.
Зацепил раздел про Guzellik ve Kozmetik: 90’lar Modas?ndan Ipuclar?.
Смотрите сами:
https://aynakirildi.com
90’lar?n guzellik s?rlar?yla tarz?n?za yeni bir soluk kazand?rabilirsiniz. Eski moda, yeni size ilham olsun!
explorewhatspossible – Inspiring and creative site, love the theme of endless possibilities here.
Je suis enthousiasme par Belgium Casino, ca transporte dans un univers de plaisirs. On trouve une gamme de jeux eblouissante, offrant des sessions live immersives. Il propulse votre jeu des le debut. Le suivi est toujours au top. Les paiements sont securises et instantanes, cependant des recompenses additionnelles seraient ideales. Pour finir, Belgium Casino offre une aventure memorable. A signaler le site est fluide et attractif, amplifie le plaisir de jouer. A souligner le programme VIP avec des privileges speciaux, propose des avantages sur mesure.
Voir la page d’accueil|
milf porno
купить диплом колледжа настоящий купить диплом колледжа настоящий .
Cilt bak?m?na dair dogal guzellik s?rlar?n? ogrenmeye haz?r m?s?n?z?
“Kozmetik Dunyas?nda En Yeni Guzellik Trendleri ve Ipuclar?” konusuyla ilgili olarak cok faydal? bilgiler buldum.
Kendiniz bak?n:
https://bakimsehri.com
Unutmay?n, her cilt tipi guzeldir ve dogru bak?m ile daha da guzellesir.
рулонные шторы на окна цена рулонные шторы на окна цена .
discoverinfiniteideas – I like how it promotes thinking beyond limits and staying innovative.