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Girl Emerging: Essie Openwaters Mystery Thriller (Essie Openwaters Thriller Book 1) Kindle Edition

by W. Michael Hewitt (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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Dr. Essie Openwaters leaves Stanford University, her home for the past three years while earning two PhDs, to head to her dream job at a northwest national laboratory. Little did she know she had been targeted by a serial rapist murderer who would transform Essie from a lab rat to a seasoned super sleuth who fights billionaire psychopaths, professional assassins and corrupt politicians in the Essie Openwaters mystery thriller series that follow. Girl Emerging follows Essie during her two week transition from dissertations to a struggle for her life and to understand who she is.
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    Essie Openwaters Thriller
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    189 pages
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  5. Publication date
    October 22, 2022
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0BK5RHK1F
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 22, 2022
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 7.1 MB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 189 pages
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  • Book 1 of 3 ‏ : ‎ Essie Openwaters Thriller
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W Michael Hewitt

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W Michael Hewitt writes techno thrillers that draw up his decades of experience as president of US domestic and international corporations involved in the safe handling of nuclear and hazardous chemical materials. He holds degrees in chemical, nuclear, and mechanical engineering. Now retired and living in sunny Arizona, he plays golf, writes fiction, and travels to fascinating places worldwide. The experience gained while working provides a treasure trove of information that he now weaves into mystery thrillers. His goal is to enthrall readers with people, circumstances, and settings that most readers will never be exposed to but provide food for good reads that will hopefully capture their interests.

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  • Volkmar Weissig
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another Essie Openwater page-turner
    Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2023
    After having read the author’s breath-taking technothriller “Malicious Deception” my expectations for its prequel “Girl Emerging” were very high and I was not in the least disappointed. Michael Hewitt succeeded in writing another suspenseful page turner. The protagonist’s journey from her protected academic environment into the real world presented her with unexpected challenges. But Essie Openwater, having earned two PhDs at Stanford University and eager to start her dream job at a national laboratory in the Pacific Northwest adjusts quickly to her new environment harboring a serial rapist and murderer who is determined to add this 21-year-old girl to his long list of victims. Hewitt is a master of building up the suspense, it is difficult to put the book down without knowing what happens on the next page. Just as in “Malicious Deception”, towards the very end of this fascinating story yet another big surprise is waiting for Essie which again puts her life at the highest risk. I am eagerly waiting for Dr. Openwater’s next ventures.
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  • John R. Wallace
    4.0 out of 5 stars Polished
    Reviewed in the United States on July 14, 2023
    Until the significant villain dies, the book is one long scenario, an expanded sketch to make the action novel-length. The protagonist Essie makes several moves that seem more motivated to keep the plot going (hiking alone in a forest) than actions a savvy academic Native American doctor would make. Easy to read. With Rom-Com overtones, the men are youngish, handsome, and well-built. The most engaging part to me is the treatment of the slimy interoffice politics one finds in virtually any organization.
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  • Sarah TX
    4.0 out of 5 stars Continual action, interesting character
    Reviewed in the United States on June 22, 2023
    Dr Essie Openwaters is an interesting character, female, Native American, intelligent. Not in that order. When she is attacked while making a pit stop in a cross-country ride, she certainly didn’t expect it to change so much in her life. Essie seems to have trouble developing relationships, but finds success all the same. It’ll be interesting to see how her story develops.
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  • AvidReader
    5.0 out of 5 stars Gripping Thriller with a Memorable Protagonist
    Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2023
    "Girl Emerging" is a captivating fiction book that kept me engaged with its storyline from beginning to end. The story revolves around Dr. Essie Openwaters, a brilliant young scientist who unwittingly becomes the target of a deranged serial killer. What makes this book truly unique is Essie's transformation from a sheltered academic to a resilient survivor, discovering her hidden strengths along the way. The author skillfully weaves unexpected twists and turns into the plot, keeping readers guessing until the satisfying conclusion. With a strong female protagonist and a compelling antagonist, this book is a thrilling and suspenseful read.
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  • Shells Finds
    5.0 out of 5 stars Suspenseful & Intriguing
    Reviewed in the United States on July 22, 2023
    Girl Emerging by Michael Hewitt is an absolute gem! This captivating coming-of-age novel effortlessly weaves a poignant and powerful narrative that lingers in your heart long after the final page. The protagonist's journey of self-discovery and resilience is beautifully portrayed, drawing you into her world of struggles and triumphs. If you're looking for a book that leaves a lasting impact and celebrates the strength of the human spirit, Girl Emerging is a must-read!
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  • "randfilms"
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Serial Killer story!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2023
    I personally found Girl Emerging to be a super captivating and exciting read. Creepy Serial Killer stories are a somewhat guilty pleasure fascination to me and I found this story about a young Doctor who becomes a true survivor to be quite visceral and a page turner.
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  • Jodie Hayes
    5.0 out of 5 stars Phenomenal Read!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2023
    Hewitt did not disappoint! This was a phenomenal read. Definitely a page turner you won't put down. There was suspense, action, cliff hangers, plot twist, and even a hint at a budding romance. Looking forward to reading the other novels featuring Essie. Highly recommend.
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  • Cayden
    5.0 out of 5 stars Page Turner
    Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2023
    I am just getting into thriller books and this was a great one to start with. The storyline easily goes from someone trying to set their life off on the right foot to being instantly thrown into a horrible change of events. Excited about the series.
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