Waking Evil (Mindhunters)

Forensic Investigator Ramsey Clark is in the quiet town of Buffalo Springs, Tennessee, investigating a murder. A young woman was discovered by teenagers in the woods thought to be haunted by a red mist that brings death when it arrives. Devlin Stryker is a parapsychologist and a native to Buffalo Springs. He's back investigating the circumstances around the murder. Ramsey is skeptical of Dev's work and irritated by his flirting, but like every other woman who meets him, she eventually falls for his charm. Dev has his sights set on Ramsey, but he's got his work cut out for him. Ramsey's tough as nails attitude is going to make it hard to get close to her. When the past comes back to haunt Ramsey and the town, he may never get the chance. At first glance, Dev and Ramsey's differences seem insurmountable, but once you get to know them, they actually have a lot in common. They work well as a team, they both come from dysfunctional families, and they each hide secrets and have painful pasts. They also have great sexual chemistry -- they make a little magic together. Dev reminds me of Matthew McConaughey. He's sexy and charming and his southern drawl would have me falling at his feet too. The details of Ramsey's assault left me in a cold sweat. It's understandable that she would be so guarded. The villains in Waking Evil are sadistic sexual predators whose God complexes make them even more psychotic. I wasn't sure what to make of the paranormal aspect of Waking Evil at first, but it adds mystery and intrigue. Waking Evil is a gripping, suspenseful story. Nannette Reviewed for Joyfully Reviewed

"Kylie keeps the reader continually guessing and on their toes throughout the story, creating a novel that definitely shouldn't be missed. It has all the elements for the best intriguing romantic suspense with plenty of tension, sexual and otherwise, sneaky surprises, ingenious twists and some shocking answers. All of which Kylie makes sure that reader is along for the ride sharing the trip with the investigators. Waking Evil is the second book in The Mindhunters series but clearly stands alone. It was a totally engrosing read. I've not read the first book Waking Nightmare but you can bet that I will be as soon as I can obtain a copy." - Abi

I'm always searching for new authors as I have read so much I've run out of the oldies but goodies waiting for them to write books. I found Kylie Brant and I was impressed by this first book of three and ended up purchasing the other two in the series . The mind hunters do it all, they specialize as well as investigate the crimes. Ramsey Clark is the lead with parapsychologist Devlin Stryker following right behind her. Together they search for the truth behind the legend of the mist. Ramsey was once an FBI agent but now works for Raiker Forensics aka The Mindhunters. After a group of teenagers find a body surrounded in red mist in an isolated Ashton's Pond the legend kicks up again and with no clues as to what or who did the dirty deed Ramsey is called in and it just gets better from there. All three books are good but I admit I liked the first and second ones the best. The last one was a little dragged out with alot of background in anthropology but it was still worth reading .

Forensics Investigator Ramsey Clark works for highly regarded Raiker Forensics. When it comes to her work, she is scientifically thorough and has no time for nonsense or play; when it comes to her personal life alas she has no time to play either. The homicide of a young woman sends Ramsey to rustic Buffalo Springs, Tennessee where she joins the investigative team of Sheriff Mark Rollins and TBI Agents Matthews and Powell. However this case is anything but by the book for Ramsey who adheres to standard procedures. Instead the witnesses insist the ancient red mist settles over the town. Intruding on her effort to remain professional is parapsychologist Devlin Stryker, who insists the killer will not fit her forensic profile; he refuses to back away from his attraction to her though she tries to keep him outside of her heart. When a second mysterious homicide occurs, Ramsey and Devlin team up seeking a killer before another murder occurs. This is an enjoyable paranormal romantic mystery starring two likable humans, a beleaguered town, and a killer seemingly from beyond if you believe Devlin or a diabolical mortal if you believe Ramsey. The first reaction by Ramsey to meeting Dev is priceless as she incredulously calls him a "Ghost Hunter". Putting aside the name of the heroine brings memories of the former male Attorney General, the latest Mindhunter thriller (see WAKING NIGHTMARE) is a superb police procedural romantic suspense enhanced by the supernatural and the romance. Harriet Klausner

Though numerous clues are given all the way through WAKING EVIL, the reader is never certain if any deductions are actually correct until the startling conclusion. The Mindhunters are a formidable group of criminologists, and one of their impressive members helps search for a killer whose diabolical methods result in few clues. Kylie Brant continues her exceedingly suspenseful series with a story which inspires chills while the romantic elements are affectively poignant. Though the woods are spooky, two teens finally reach their destination after given a dare. All seems to be going well until they discover the body of a woman. When the local and state authorities do not make much headway in the murder case, Ramsey Clark from Raiker Forensics arrives to aid in the investigation. Complicating matters is the local legend concerning Buffalo Springs, Tennessee where a mysterious red mist is observed every generation, soon followed by death. Ramsey is a believer of facts, not tall tales, so she looks for physical evidence connected to the murder and not speculation. When she goes to where the body was discovered, a man is performing some bizarre tests. After finding out Devlin Stryker is a parapsychologist, a ghost hunter to her, she plans to dismiss him and any unsupported findings. Since Ramsey usually says what she thinks, their first meeting does not go smoothly. However, the easy-going Devlin seems to turn up wherever she goes, despite the reason, but he does come in handy for getting some of the locales to talk with her. As leads start trickling in and some answers are found, other questions are raised. Ramsey finds separating fact from fiction is most difficult, especially when much of it concerns the legend. The exceptional writing of Kylie Brant will keep you reading way into the night. From first-rate suspense to engaging characters to a moving romance, Ms. Brant will leave you anticipating every compelling scene with much eagerness. This talented author knows how to intersperse facts into her stories without the reader being completely aware of the information, thus letting many disclosures come as total surprises. There are definitely some jaw-dropping revelations in WAKING EVIL, and each one only adds more fuel as your imagination tries to fully comprehend what is currently happening. These scenes are perilously tense, and each new detail divulged only ups your concern as to what will occur next. Ms. Brant cleverly keeps some facts hidden until the precise instant they should be known, which repeatedly builds the suspense. While the dangerous scenarios of WAKING EVIL draw you into the novel, the tender love story is just as compelling. The lives of Devlin and Ramsey are so vividly depicted, the reader will experience their every thought or reasoning behind an action. I was certainly wrapped up in the occurrences surrounding these two, as they discovered much about the case and themselves. Countless information is given about their per