Joe Burgess Books

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Homicide detective Joe Burgess investigates after the body of eight-year-old Timothy Watts is found wrapped in a blanket in a Portland, Maine park.

When a long-lost friend's body is found by two boys fishing, Detective Joe Burgess of Portland, Maine, must put his hopes for a normal life on hold to investigate the death. By the author of The Angel of Knowlton Park.

"Most people run from fires; firemen and cops run toward them‚ especially when someone inside is screaming. It began when a boy banged on Burgess's car window. He got a gasped‚ "Fire at the mosque and someone's in there‚" and a frantic gesture toward the old commercial building that served as a mosque for Portland's Somali community. His dash into the building leads to a very young mother and tiny baby in a locked closet‚ and to his worst nightmare -- investigating the death of another child. He must deal with suspicious‚ uncooperative refugees‚ members of a motorcycle gang‚ businessmen engaged in illegal activity‚ and threats to his family before identifying the mute and terrified young mother and getting justice for a helpless child who never had a chance. "

". . . a page-turner of a book, full of exceptionally well fleshed-out characters, an intricate but highly-plausible plot and enough action to satisfy all but the most demanding critic." John E. Donovan, Verified Reviewer Responding to a "shots fired" call at an abandoned warehouse, Detective Joe Burgess realizes his worst nightmare when he finds one rookie officer shot dead and two other officers--one his lieutenant--gravely wounded. With two brother officers near death, Burgess must race the clock to find and arrest the one person angry enough to seek revenge against the Portland police, before the rookie officer's funeral turns into a killing field. "If you enjoy Lucas Davenport (Sandford), Alex Cross (Patterson), JP Beaumont (Jance) & Jack Reacher (Child), then you will definitely want to add Joe Burgess to your bookshelves!" Melody M, Verified Reviewer "If you're a fan of Louise Penny's Inspector Gamache series, Kate Flora's Joe Burgess ranks right up up there. Keeps you on the edge of your seat..." Verified Reviewer THE JOE BURGESS MYSTERIES Playing God The Angel of Knowlton Park Redemption And Grant You Peace Led Astray A Child Shall Lead Them A World of Deceit

A Girl's Mutilated Body is Found on a Portland, Maine Hiking Trail in A Child Shall Lead Them , a Murder Mystery Thriller by Kate Flora --Portland, Maine-- When a jogger discovers the brutalized body of a young girl along a park trail, the ever cranky and relentless, Detective Joe Burgess catches the case. With the body lacking head and hands, Burgess and his team face complex challenges as they follow a confusing trail leading to human traffickers exploiting children coming to America as asylum seekers. As Joe and his team race the clock to identify the dead girl in time to save other victims, Joe's own niece falls into the hands of the sex traffickers. For detectives hell-bent on finding a killer and busting a trafficking ring . . . it just got personal. Publisher's Note: While this story deals with the harsh reality of sexual slavery and child pornography, there are no explicit scenes and only mild vulgarity. The story emphasizes the personal and professional struggles of those investigating the crime. Winner of the Maine Literary Award for Crime Fiction "Flora pours on the intensity in this criminal, legal and moral maze." Kirkus Reviews "Flora writes cops so convincingly it's hard to imagine she's never worn the badge herself." Bruce Robert Coffin, author of Among the Shadows THE JOE BURGESS MYSTERIES i>Playing God The Angel of Knowlton Park Redemption And Grant You Peace Led Astray A Child Shall Lead Them A World of Deceit

A Geologist Lies Comatose in a Portland, Maine Hospital in A World of Deceit , a Detective Joe Burgess Thriller by Kate Flora --Portland, Maine-- Unable to awaken her father--eminent geologist, Ted Gabbro--nine-year-old Arielle approaches the vacationing Joe Burgess, desperate for his help. Loathe to let anything interfere with his much needed rest on the mountains of western Maine, Joe can't ignore the girl's plea for help and can't deny that something is very wrong. As the frightened girl's father languishes in a coma and her mother can't be found, Burgess finds himself in a tangle of land disputes, family politics, the child's parents' nasty divorce, and the powerful greed that accompanies "gold fever". Winner of the Maine Literary Award for Crime Fiction "Flora pours on the intensity in this criminal, legal and moral maze." ~Kirkus Reviews "Flora writes cops so convincingly it's hard to imagine she's never worn the badge herself." ~Bruce Robert Coffin, author of Among the Shadows THE JOE BURGESS MYSTERIES Playing God The Angel of Knowlton Park Redemption And Grant You Peace Led Astray A Child Shall Lead Them A World of Deceit

Behind the Veneer of Success Lies a Sinister Secret in Such a Good Man, a Detective Joe Burgess Murder Mystery Thriller from Kate Flora —Portland, Maine— When Dr. Eliot Spence is found dead in his pristine condo, Detective Joe Burgess and his team must delve behind his glossy façade to reveal the doctor's insatiable desires, his wife's mysterious death, and a cache of compromising photos. As Burgess and his colleagues strive to uncover the truth about the man colleagues describe as a dedicated and compassionate doctor, they unearth a web of intrigue, shocking family secrets, and hidden agendas, testing their ability to separate fact from fiction. While the detectives try to unravel the enigmatic world surrounding Dr. Spence, their own personal lives are under pressure as demands from their families threaten to derail the investigation, testing their determination—and ability—to bring justice to a man who seemed "Such a Good Man." "Kate Flora does what all the great writers do: she takes you inside unfamiliar territory and makes you feel right at home; you climb in and are along for the whole ride." ~Michael Connelly "Joe Burgess, the 'meanest cop is Portland.' He's a wonderfully wrought character, capable of intense compassion as well as righteous rage." ~D. C. Brod Publisher's Note: Kate Flora returns with her trademark blend of suspense, intrigue, and complex characters in "Such a Good Man." This gripping police procedural will keep you on the edge of your seat, racing to uncover the truth alongside the dedicated detectives. Includes vulgar language and sexual content consistent with criminals and those who investigate their crimes. THE JOE BURGESS MYSTERIES Playing God The Angel of Knowlton Park Redemption And Grant You Peace Led Astray A Child Shall Lead Them A World of Deceit Such a Good Man

Detective Joe Burgess Races Against Time in Those Who Choose Evil, a Joe Burgess Murder Mystery Thriller from Kate Flora —Portland, Maine— Detective Joe Burgess ends many nights with a quiet ritual—a visit to the park where the ocean breeze blends with memories of past cases. But tonight, something feels off. When his truck refuses to respond to his steering, and a faint cry drifts through the darkness, instinct takes over. The interruption of his quiet reflection annoys Burgess, but he’s a seasoned detective and knows better than to ignore his instincts. What he finds is every cop’s nightmare: a young woman, naked, bruised, and barely alive. Her whispered plea—“Don’t let them take me back”—chills Burgess to his core. As medical help arrives and the investigation begins, Burgess realizes he’s not just facing a brutal assault. He’s dealing with something darker, something evil that preys on the vulnerable—and isn’t done yet. “Kate Flora does what all the great writers do: she takes you inside unfamiliar territory and makes you feel right at home; you climb in and are along for the whole ride.” ~Michael Connelly “Joe Burgess, the ‘meanest cop is Portland.’ He’s a wonderfully wrought character, capable of intense compassion as well as righteous rage." ~D. C. Brod Publisher’s Note: In Those Who Choose Evil, award-winning author Kate Flora once again delivers a gripping Joe Burgess mystery that doesn’t shy away from the darker corners of human behavior. With keen insight and emotional depth, Flora brings to life a harrowing case that challenges Burgess’s instincts—and his resolve.Includes vulgar language and sexual content consistent with criminals and those who investigate their crimes. THE JOE BURGESS MYSTERIES Playing God The Angel of Knowlton Park And Grant You Peace Led Astray A Child Shall Lead Them A World of Deceit Such a Good Man Those Who Choose Evil