Fear Nothing Lisa Gardner is a mystery book that brings together mystery, investigation, and suspense. The book is suited to readers who enjoy uncovering clues, following investigations, and piecing together unanswered questions.
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Detective D. D. Warren must consult one killer to catch another in this taut thriller from the #1 New York Times bestselling “master of psychological suspense” (Associated Press).
They were daughters of a monster—a father who slaughtered eight prostitutes before dying himself. Dr. Adeline Glen left the nightmare behind, and now she specializes in pain management. Her sister, Shana Day, followed in her father’s violent footsteps, first killing at age fourteen and being incarcerated for more than twenty-five years.
After a brutal attack, Boston Detective D. D. Warren needs Adeline’s professional help to recover physically. But when a new psychopath known as the Rose Killer begins a reign of terror, D. D. must also consult the insane Shana—who claims she can help catch the madman.
D. D. may not be back on the job, but she is back on the hunt. Because the Rose Killer isn’t just targeting lone women; he’s targeting D. D. And she knows there’s only one way to take him down...
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Amazon.com Review Lisa Gardner and CJ Lyons Talk Though Heroines and the Men Who Love Them
Lisa: I think one of the appeals of my detective, D.D. Warren and CJ’s FBI agent Lucy Guardino, is that they face real world issues readers can relate to. So, on the one hand, maybe our readers haven’t tracked down a serial killer lately. On the other hand, having a job with demanding hours, or missing their kid’s soccer game yet again, or falling in bed exhausted every night from all the stresses of the day, hits close to home.
CJ: I agree. I think most women these days are struggling to have it all—and somehow that seems wrong. It’s not an either/or question. If you don’t “have it all” (whatever “all” means!) it doesn’t mean that you’ve failed in any way. I love that both D.D. and Lucy sometimes screw up the whole work/family teeter-totter balance, but they never give up.
One of my favorite scenes from your "Fear Nothing" was when the bad guy is threatening D.D.’s family and all she wants to do is go after him, but she’s torn because she also needs to take care of her family—and herself, since she’s wounded. I think so many women forget that important bit--including Lucy, this is where she’s always screwing up, putting herself last and then running out of strength right when she needs it most.
What I loved about the scene in "Fear Nothing" was that D.D. is all bristling Xena Warrior Princess and yet is so worried about how powerless she feels bringing this evil into her home, and Alex simply takes her hand and moves to stand beside her, shoulder to shoulder. I so loved that solidarity. It said it all about their relationship.
Lisa: Opposites attract. When D.D. is maimed and can’t return to work, she’s forced to really deal with the household, her own insecurities and her own vulnerabilities. Naturally, she’s terrible at it. Alex, on the other hand, is brilliant at coaxing her through, and trying to get her to understand that patience really can be a virtue.
CJ: I love how both D.D. and Lucy are just as passionate about their jobs and victims they protect as they are their families.
But sometimes you have to make a choice, as Lucy does in "After Shock". I set it up so she’s in a no-win situation. Any decision she makes is going to be the wrong one and put both her family and her career at risk. She faces the kind of dilemma that I love torturing characters with: is it okay to do all the wrong things for all the right reasons?
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From Booklist
Starred Review In Gardner’s seventh Detective D. D. Warren thriller (following Catch Me, 2012), the Rose Killer is re-creating the crimes of Harry Day, a serial killer who kept the skin of his victims as a souvenir—153 vials of souvenirs. Day’s legacy also includes two daughters. Shana distinguished herself at 14 as the youngest person in Massachusetts history to be tried for murder as an adult. A psychiatrist specializing in pain management, her sister, Adeline, was born with congenital insensitivity to pain. Detective Warren goes to see Adeline professionally, after she is injured at a crime scene. When she learns that Adeline is Harry Day’s daughter, she asks her to help identify anyone who would have been influenced by her father. The obvious suspect is Shana. But how could a woman who has spent the last decade in solitary confinement be responsible for these vicious mutilations and murders? In this strong addition to the series, Gardner retains her place on thrillerdom’s top tier. If they haven’t already discovered her, fans of Tess Gerritsen, Alafair Burke, and Meg Gardiner would love an introduction. HIGH-DEMAND BACKSTORY: Gardner has a reserved seat on most best-seller lists, and she’ll be claiming her spot once again. --Karen Keefe
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About Lisa Gardner
Lisa Gardner is a bestselling American thriller author known for her gripping crime novels, psychological suspense, and emotionally intense investigations. Her stories combine intricate mysteries with believable characters, high-stakes situations, and the difficult personal decisions faced by detectives, investigators, and survivors. Gardner is especially recognized for the D. D. Warren series and the FBI Profiler series, which explore violent crimes, missing-person cases, criminal psychology, and the hidden motivations that can drive apparently ordinary people to extraordinary actions. Her novels frequently examine resilience, trauma, family relationships, deception, and the complicated boundaries between victim and perpetrator. Readers searching for Lisa Gardner books will discover fast-paced thrillers filled with twists, investigative detail, strong protagonists, and suspenseful plots that keep the truth just out of reach until the final revelations.
Early Life and Writing Career
Lisa Gardner was born in New Hampshire in 1972 and developed an interest in storytelling that eventually led to a successful career in crime fiction. Before becoming a full-time novelist, she worked in the business world, an experience that preceded her transition into writing suspense novels. Gardner's early books helped establish her reputation for constructing complex plots and exploring the psychology of characters under extreme pressure. Over time, she developed several connected series featuring different investigators and investigative approaches. Her writing has earned recognition from crime fiction organizations and built an international readership among fans of police procedurals and psychological thrillers. Gardner's fiction frequently combines detailed research with a focus on the emotional consequences of crime, ensuring that her stories are not simply puzzles to solve but also examinations of how people respond to danger, loss, and uncertainty.
The D. D. Warren Series
The D. D. Warren series is one of Lisa Gardner's signature creations. Detective D. D. Warren investigates serious crimes in Boston, confronting cases that involve murder, complex motives, concealed histories, and unexpected connections between victims and suspects. Warren is a determined investigator whose professional judgment is tested by the details of each case and the personal pressures surrounding her work. The series begins with Alone and continues with novels including Hide, The Neighbor, Live to Tell, Love You More, Catch Me, Fear Nothing, Find Her, Look for Me, Never Tell, and later installments. Each book introduces a new investigation while allowing the recurring characters to develop over time. Readers who enjoy following a detective through multiple cases can read the series in publication order to experience the continuity...Read More