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Killers!: A Natalie McMasters Mystery (The Natalie McMasters Mysteries Book 6) Kindle Edition

by Thomas A. Burns (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars 40 ratings
Killers! has won the 2022 Silver Falchion Award (Best Books of 2021) in the Action/Adventure category at the Killer Nashville International Writers' Conference! (https://killernashville.com/2022-killer-nashville-silver-falchion-award-finalists/)

Her dead father once asked, “What did you do to make God sad, Nattie?”
Natalie McMasters is a twentysomething college student who just wants to get on with her life, and she’s got to wonder. Her dear friend lies dead and the crazed killer responsible now has Nattie on his short list. Her only choice? Cancel him before he cancels her!
Nattie assembles an unlikely squad to find the killer: her wife Lupe, her husband Danny, an aging FBI agent and an even more ancient Tai Chi master. Jointly and separately, they embark on a totally lit road trip across the Old South, meeting danger and death at every turn. Unexpected help is provided by a voice from the grave. But her adversary has a badass squad too, and friends and loved ones fall along the way.
Naked and afraid in a primeval swamp, Nattie must confront her greatest enemy one last time. How will she ever get the W?
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  1. Book 6 of 8
    The Natalie McMasters Mysteries
  2. Print length
    204 pages
  3. Language
    English
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  5. Publication date
    August 9, 2021
  6. Grade level
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B098R5H457
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Tekrighter, LLC
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ August 9, 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.7 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 204 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1733114073
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 12 and up
  • Book 6 of 8 ‏ : ‎ The Natalie McMasters Mysteries
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 out of 5 stars 40 ratings

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Thomas A. Burns

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Thomas A. Burns, Jr. is the author of the Natalie McMasters Mysteries.

He was born and grew up in New Jersey, attended Xavier High School in

Manhattan, earned B.S degrees in Zoology and Microbiology at Michigan

State University and a M.S. in Microbiology at North Carolina State

University. He currently resides in Wendell, North Carolina. As a kid,

Tom started reading mysteries with the Hardy Boys, Ken Holt and Rick

Brant, and graduated to the classic stories by authors such as A. Conan

Doyle, Dorothy Sayers, John Dickson Carr, Erle Stanley Gardner and Rex

Stout, to name a few. Tom has written fiction as a hobby all of his

life, starting with Man from U.N.C.L.E. stories in marble-backed

copybooks in grade school. He built a career as technical, science and

medical writer and editor for nearly thirty years in industry and

government. Now that he's truly on his own as a novelist, he's excited

to publish his own mystery series, as well as to contribute stories

about his second most favorite detective to the MX

anthology of New Sherlock Holmes Stories.

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Customers find this mystery book to be a compelling thriller with a fast-paced narrative that never slows down. They describe it as a page-turner with unforgettable characters, and one customer notes how the serial killer theme adds an interesting twist to the plot.

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Customers enjoy the twists and turns in this riveting mystery, with one customer highlighting its interesting take on the serial killer theme.

"...Chasing clues and serial killers, stumbling across more dead bodies, there will be gunfights and a look into the world of BDSM before it's all..." Read more

"...Is a dark, gritty, and riveting mystery. If you need trigger warnings, this book has them. Consider yourself warned...." Read more

"...does an excellent job of weaving characters, perspectives and clues into a mystery that is far more than a whodunit--it's a nail biting crime story..." Read more

"...All that said, it makes for a very interesting twist to the serial killer theme...." Read more

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Customers enjoy the book's fast-paced action, with one customer noting it takes off like a rocket and never slows down.

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"...Action explodes off the first page, when Natalie attends her friend’s funeral, only to see her friend’s murderer watching from the edge of the crowd...." Read more

"Wham Bam! Killers! takes off like a rocket and never slows its pace. The story begins with Nattie McMasters at the funeral of her friend...." Read more

"...motley cast of characters to help and they embark on a course of non-stop action, a series of twists and turns, and unforgettable characters on both..." Read more

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"...that Killers is the most intense and complex story of them all, a real page turner...." Read more

"...Good story, worth the read, but one needs to be ready for the sex violence." Read more

"...It is a real page turner as the viewpoint shifts to give use three interrelated stories that culminate with a surprising dramatic conclusion...." Read more

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"...Strong character development and a plot that doesn’t disappoint grab the reader from the first page and won’t let go...." Read more

"...Burns does an excellent job of weaving characters, perspectives and clues into a mystery that is far more than a whodunit--it's a nail biting crime..." Read more

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  • M. Graff
    5.0 out of 5 stars Dark and gritty # 6
    Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2021
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    In the new Natalie McMasters mystery, KILLERS!, that petite powerhouse heading Thomas Burns's series is back with a powerful opener that never lets go. This time she's determined to find the killer of her therapist friend and surrogate mom. Natalie has a complicated history, and is currently one third of a throuple. That leads to interesting complications and subplots while the twists escalate in several directions. Chasing clues and serial killers, stumbling across more dead bodies, there will be gunfights and a look into the world of BDSM before it's all finished. And how does the murder of an aged Chinaman from Alabama fit in? Burns explores it all, as Tai Chi and southern culture collide with a maniacal killer, a sexual sadist known as The Marquis. But he's not the only sicko Natalie and her team will encounter. Graphic and all too real, Killers! explores a vastly different world with non-stop action.
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  • Lisa S. Ware
    4.0 out of 5 stars What’s Nattie Mixed-Up in Now? (And how will she deal with it?)
    Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2021
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    Killers! Is the 5th installment of Thomas Burns’ Natalie McMasters Mystery Series. While these titles are all technically stand alone novels, I do recommend reading them in order. Otherwise, the dynamics, relationships, and behaviors of some of the characters may not make much sense.
    This story, like all the others before it, is a Dark Mystery with lots of twists and turns. Natalie’s friend and therapist, Rebecca has been murdered. For once, Nattie is on the offensive as she seeks the culprit, with Danny and MB to back her up. They are soon off to hunt the Marquis, whom they are sure is the killer. Lupe is left at home and rather than continue feeling left out, enlists Leon’s help to see how they can assist. Also assisting the hunt for the killer is Ye-Ye, Nattie’s Tai Chi master who may know the man behind Rebecca’s death.
    As always seems to happen to Natalie and her crew, things get out of hand. Pick up a copy and read for yourself to find out how far out of hand and just what she has gotten herself into now. How does she get out of this one? How much collateral damage will there be this time around?
    Killers! Is a dark, gritty, and riveting mystery. If you need trigger warnings, this book has them. Consider yourself warned. It’s a fast paced read and will keep you on your toes guessing what’s next.
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  • Betsy Ashton
    5.0 out of 5 stars Ripping Good Read
    Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2021
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    Thomas Burns returns with another Natalie McMasters winner. Action explodes off the first page, when Natalie attends her friend’s funeral, only to see her friend’s murderer watching from the edge of the crowd. In that instant, Natalie knows she’s next on this serial killer’s list. Accompanied by an unlikely series of friends, she sets out to find and destroy this man known as The Marquis, before he can complete his destruction of those she loves. Burns builds the atmosphere and suspense through a variety of well-depicted, isolated settings. The headlong pace is relentless, rarely stopping for so much as a breather. Strong character development and a plot that doesn’t disappoint grab the reader from the first page and won’t let go. Ler's hope this isnt' the last Natalie McMasters mystery

    This reader couldn’t put the book down.
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  • Craig Chapman
    5.0 out of 5 stars Intense Thriller
    Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2021
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    I'm a fan of Burns's Nattie McMasters series but I have to say that Killers is the most intense and complex story of them all, a real page turner. Burns does an excellent job of weaving characters, perspectives and clues into a mystery that is far more than a whodunit--it's a nail biting crime story with villains around every corner. This novel is not for the squeamish, but if you enjoy tension, drama and mystery you'll love Killers.
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  • Catherine Spruill
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good story, but beware the triggers!
    Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2022
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    I am not one who typically throws trigger warnings around, but this book ABSOLUTELY needs trigger warnings. We follow Natalie as she hunts down her nemesis who killed her best friend and is threatening to track down and murder her. There are several sex scenes, but they are either non-consensual or engaged in during attempts of the antagonist to manipulate women into joining his sex cult. There is also a very graphic scene where our nemesis climaxes over the body of a woman he just murdered.
    All that said, it makes for a very interesting twist to the serial killer theme.
    Good story, worth the read, but one needs to be ready for the sex violence.
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  • Brenda Donelan
    5.0 out of 5 stars Killer! is a Winner
    Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2021
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    Wham Bam! Killers! takes off like a rocket and never slows its pace. The story begins with Nattie McMasters at the funeral of her friend. While at the graveside, she sees the serial killer who murdered her friend. He's watching her and Nattie knows she's next on his list. She does her best not only to protect her family and friends, but to hunt down the evil villain known as The Marquis. Author Thomas Burns takes the reader on a wild ride, complete with non-stop action and intensity.
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  • Balroop Singh
    3.0 out of 5 stars Dark, grisly details with abominable language
    Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2022
    True to its name, this book focuses on killers who take sadistic pleasure in violence, abusive sex and shocking action though their motive remains obscure. The plot sounds promising in the beginning, with the burial of a dead body but it soon degenerates into a wild goose chase, with explicit sex scenes, which reveal the characters of Marquis, as well as Rebecca. Will Natalie succeed in finding the killer of her therapist and friend? Keep guessing!

    Having read Stripper, I was quite familiar with the style of Burns but this book is packed with unpredictable action and that is what may keep the reader invested. If you like darker plots and grisly details, with abominable language, you might like this book. I heaved a sigh of relief that I could finish it. Such books don’t intrigue me.
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  • a helpful stranger
    4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting but should be read in order
    Reviewed in the United States on August 23, 2021
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    This is part of a series and I think if I'd read the others I'd have understood this better. On its own it's still interesting, but some parts did confuse me.
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  • Liz
    5.0 out of 5 stars Superb follow-on
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 10, 2021
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    Killers! is without any doubt the best so far in this series — the various points of view tie up loose ends with absolute flair while giving credence to the preceding plots. Once again, we follow more challenges faced by Natalie McMasters, her relentless struggle to live the life of her choice, her endless devotion to the people she loves, and the difficulties encountered from the so often narrow minded. Written from several character’s perspective, the chapters meld into excellence with action around every corner, and surprises leaving the reader engrossed. I have enjoyed every one of this series, and sincerely hope there will be more, though I had the feeling this could be the last as the perfect conclusion delivered with skill appeared to wrap everything up. I truly hope I am wrong. Another superb edition, well-written with panache, a riveting read not to be missed from a seriously talented author. Highly recommended.
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  • Eunice Mussage
    5.0 out of 5 stars Surprising Plot Twists
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 21, 2022
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    I loved this well-written, fast-paced mystery mostly because it was character driven. Although Natalie – the main character - is young, she’s grown noticeably (character wise) since the first book in the series. It’s clear the decisions she makes are for the benefit of her family and that made the plot extremely believable and made me root for Natalie and her family. The dialogue is engaging and funny at times too and there are plot twists that I didn’t see coming. Definitely a great read.
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  • Gem
    5.0 out of 5 stars Best yet!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 13, 2021
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    I have been drawn in by this series from the beginning but this installment is the best yet. Full of suspense and excitement allowing the main characters to get stronger and the continuing story more exciting. A true page Turner with some loose ends tied up this book is a must read.
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