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Final Deal: A Cold Case Murder Mystery Series (The Freeman Files Book 5) Kindle Edition

by Ted Tayler (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 out of 5 stars 351 ratings

A team member kidnapped and a cold case that refuses to stay buried.

When DI Suzie Ferris vanishes after a cyber-crime course, Gus Freeman and his Crime Review Team face a formidable adversary—a ruthless former undercover officer, Ricky Gardiner, entangled in a web of corruption.

As the team digs deeper, they unearth sinister connections within the police force to a hit-and-run death from years past, and alarming links to the cold case of a murdered car dealer.

With Gardiner’s threats escalating, the team must act quickly to find Suzie and expose the truth.

Final Deal, the fifth instalment in the Freeman Files series, is a gripping tale of courage and betrayal. The truth may be more dangerous than anyone expected.

Praise for Final Deal:

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Tayler pens another remarkable story.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ The author's technique of intense characters and great plotlines is a gift.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Each book gets better.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Not only is the mystery a good one, but the personal lives of the characters are also wonderful to follow.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Well plotted with facts laid out, challenging the reader to figure it out before the story detectives do.

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  1. Book 5 of 24
    The Freeman Files
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    231 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publication date
    May 11, 2020
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The Freeman Files
Buried secrets, cold cases.
He's back to dig them up.

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About the Author

Ted Tayler is the author of the Freeman Files and Phoenix series of mystery novels and two stand-alone novels. He lives in West Wiltshire, England, where many of his stories are based.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B088HFGGS1
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Vinci Books (May 11, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 11, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.9 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 231 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 out of 5 stars 351 ratings

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Ted Tayler is the international best-selling indie author of the Freeman Files and Phoenix series. Ted lives in the English West country, where his stories are based. He was born in 1945 and has been married to Lynne since 1971. They have three children and four grandchildren.

His thought-provoking mysteries appeal to readers of Sally Rigby, Joy Ellis, Pauline Rowson, and Faith Martin. His action-packed thrillers are a must for fans of Mark Dawson and J C Ryan.

Gus Freeman’s cold case investigations are carried out with reasoned deduction rather than bursts of frantic action. In each of the 24 books, unsolved murders are accompanied by romance, humour, and country life. The core message in the 12 Phoenix novels is that criminals should pay for their crimes. Unfortunately, the current system fails to deliver the correct punishment, so Phoenix helps redress the balance.

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Customers find this mystery book to be a great read, with one noting how each book in the series gets better. The plot is engaging, with one customer describing it as filled with action and intrigue, while others appreciate the interesting character development.

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Customers find the book to be a great read, with one customer noting that each book in the series gets better.

"I do enjoy The Freeman Files. Gus is smart and a great detective, but I don't understand how he can make a mess of his private life...." Read more

"Each book gets better. The characters are fantastic...." Read more

"...there only one left, I am sorry to say I have thoroughly enjoyed everyone , but please, start to read them from the first one or you will..." Read more

"Another excellent book in this series. Not only is the mystery a good one, but the personal lives of the characters are also wonderful to follow...." Read more

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Customers enjoy the plot of the book, describing it as a great story to follow, with one customer noting it is filled with action and intrigue, while another mentions it is well-plotted with facts laid out.

"...The author's technique of intense characters and great plotlines is a gift. It's a great story to follow and try to figure out what will happen next...." Read more

"I do enjoy The Freeman Files. Gus is smart and a great detective, but I don't understand how he can make a mess of his private life...." Read more

"Well written with interesting character development. Well plotted with facts laid out, challenging the reader to figure it out before the story..." Read more

"...Solving a cold case with an active one. Each case is interesting as intense. A good read." Read more

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"...Not only is the mystery a good one, but the personal lives of the characters are also wonderful to follow...." Read more

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  • Amy's Bookshelf Reviews
    5.0 out of 5 stars Magnificent, indeed!
    Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2020
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    Tayler pens another remarkable story in Final Deal, part of his Freeman Files series. I've read the books that came before, and will read whatever comes after. I try to read anything that Tayler writes. I am a big fan of Tayler's work. Tayler's characters come to life, and have a lot of depth and layers. Tayler is a wonderful storyteller, but more like he shows the story, rather than just tell it. Gus and his crime review team are on another interesting case, filled with action and intrigue. I loved Tayler's previous series, and this one, I love, too. Gus is one of those unforgettable characters, and he's on a mission with his team. There is great magnetism between he and his team. The author's technique of intense characters and great plotlines is a gift. It's a great story to follow and try to figure out what will happen next. I look forward to reading more by this author. This book is a definite recommendation by Amy's Bookshelf Reviews.
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  • Carola MacLean
    4.0 out of 5 stars Great read
    Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2021
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    I do enjoy The Freeman Files. Gus is smart and a great detective, but I don't understand how he can make a mess of his private life. I don't like the Suzy, character, I think she is spoiled and selfish. She wants what she wants and doesn't care about anyone else. ( not even Gus himself) . I wish Gus hat stayed with Vera, so she seems a perfect match for him. The investigations are really interesting. I always liked books and shows about cold cases.
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  • BettyB
    5.0 out of 5 stars I'm hooked on this series.
    Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2020
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    Well written with interesting character development. Well plotted with facts laid out, challenging the reader to figure it out before the story detectives do.
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  • Cmd2222
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
    Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2022
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    Each book gets better. The characters are fantastic. Just like on tv when you have your favorite actor or actress, these books are like that, you pick your favorites by how they are written in the story. Alex and Neil feel like 2nd string but Lydia and Luke come through like first string. Gus's women are just too nice about sharing
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Can't wait for the next one
    Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2020
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    I have read all the Freeman Files as they are called, there only one left, I am sorry to say
    I have thoroughly enjoyed everyone , but please, start to read them from the first one or you will be a little confused. They are a really a good read.
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  • Ajatal
    4.0 out of 5 stars Double for Your Trouble
    Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2020
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    This series gives you two bangs for the buck. Solving a cold case with an active one. Each case is interesting as intense. A good read.
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  • Suzanne P.
    3.0 out of 5 stars It was ok
    Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2020
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    I am not pleased with the relationship between Gus and Suzie. Maybe the author would like a youngster as a companion. Hopefully the next book will not continue with it. The author states the father likes Gus and appears to approve. That is unrealistic.
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  • Regina Davis-Sowers
    5.0 out of 5 stars Well Written Mystery
    Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2020
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    Another excellent book in this series. Not only is the mystery a good one, but the personal lives of the characters are also wonderful to follow. I really like Gus Freeman and the members of his team. I haven't figured out a solution yet, and I like it that way. On to the next book in the series!
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent!!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 2, 2020
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    Thoroughly enjoyed this series of books. I had an aneurism a few years back and have found the action and smooth writing style a great help in renewing my interest in reading again thank you.
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  • Kindle Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Another brilliantly written story even more in love ith Gus Freeman now, what an absolute
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 2, 2021
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    delight. Wonderful reading can't wait for the next, remi nds me a little of early Poirot, I read as a young person. Ve ry hard to put down will miss it when the series ends lets hope its ongoing. Much joy to look forward to.
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  • marlyn jones
    5.0 out of 5 stars a good read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 19, 2020
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    Good story telling by a author I know slightly in an are I know and live near. Have really enjoyed this series and am eagerly awaiting the next in the series.
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  • Beccy
    4.0 out of 5 stars Great read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 14, 2020
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    Another good read.
    A few typos and errors but doesn't distract from story.
    I like the team and their dynamics.
    I like fact this storyline focused a little on Gus' love life but not too much and too in your face.
    Looking forward to the next book.
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