Frozen Lives by Jennifer Graeser Dornbush

Synopsis:

A Coroner’s Daughter Mystery

Dr. Emily Hartford is back in Frozen Lives, the next thrilling mystery from Jennifer Graeser Dornbush.

Chicago surgeon Emily Hartford has never quite shaken off the dust of her hometown in Michigan. She may be a professional success and have a princely boyfriend in the Windy City, but she can’t seem to let go of being “the coroner’s daughter” from Freeport.

Once again, she finds herself pulled back upstate during a wintery late March when Jeremiah, the eleven year-old son of her best friend, Jo, goes missing on the frigid shores of Lake Michigan. Emily immediately joins the search for the boy.

To everyone’s relief, Jeremiah turns up days later, alive and unharmed. But tensions remain high, and suspicions of every sort continue to grow. Jeremiah’s account of his abduction doesn’t add up and Emily worries about Jo’s unraveling marriage. Jeremiah’s recovery, it turns out, is not the end of their terrifying tale. It’s only the beginning …

For moving among them is a devious, malevolent force. Sowing panic while seeking to fulfill his own twisted needs, this wolf in sheep’s clothing leaves a trail of rack and ruin, negligent to the damages in his wake … and the bodies he leaves behind.

Emily solidifies her role as coroner’s daughter when she puzzles out this madman’s chilling machinations. Risking everything dear to her, Emily goes the icy distance to end his killing spree.

Praise for Frozen Lives:

“Fast paced, engaging, evocative.”
~ J.A. Jance

“FROZEN LIVES is what a thriller should be—dark, twisty, and oh so scary. Lock your doors and enjoy.”
~ DP Lyle, award-winning author of the Jake Longly and Cain/Harper thriller series and co-creator of the Outliers Writing University

“Jennifer Dornbush scares the living hell out of me. When I want to stay up all night, I just read one of her books, and Frozen Lives doesn’t disappoint. On par with Dennis Lehane’s Mystic River, Frozen Lives weaves a terrifying tale of evil, paranoia and when you go to bed at night make sure your doors are locked tight. A terrific story.”
~ Don Bruns, USA Today Best Selling Author

“Chilling! Jennifer Dornbush has crafted a thriller that haunts the mind and can keep you deep in the pages into the wee hours! A not to miss psychological mystery with twists and turns throughout.”
~ Heather Graham

Book Details:

Genre: thriller, suspense, female detective
Published by: Blackstone Publishing
Publication Date: October 29, 2024
Number of Pages: 350
ISBN: 9798212638364
Series: The Coroner’s Daughter Mysteries, 4
Book Links: Amazon | Barnes & Noble | BookShop.org | Goodreads | Blackstone Publishing

Read an excerpt:

Author Bio:

The television or movie screen is the closest most people will ever come to witnessing the forensic world. But Jennifer Dornbush was raised in it. As the daughter of a small-town medical examiner whose office was in their home. There were body parts in the fridge. She investigated her first fatality, an airplane crash, when she was 8 years old. Picking up pieces of skull with her father who simply saw it as an anatomy lesson. The first of many coroner lessons she experienced over two decades.
After exploring journalism and high school teaching, Jennifer turned seriously to screenwriting where she began to connect her coroner world to her writing. She sought out a degree at the Forensic Science Academy in Los Angeles to gain more forensic training and earned a unique kinship with LA’s top CSIs, fingerprint specialists, DNA scientists, and detectives.
To share her love of forensics with the writing world, she authored the top selling non-fiction authoritative book, Forensic Speak, used by not only by show-runners and writers, but also crime investigators and law enforcement.
She created an Amazon top selling mystery novel series, The Coroner’s Daughter, which she is currently developing as a series for TV. Her crime thriller, Hole in the Woods, is currently optioned for screen. She is a contributor to mystery anthologies, Hotel California and Thriller. She has also penned two true crime books.
As a screenwriter Jennifer wrote the theatrically released film and novel, God Bless the Broken Road (2018), adapted a popular YA novel to script, and sold a children’s show. She is currently developing TV drama series and feature films with various productions companies.
As a forensic consultant, she is frequently asked to consult with TV writers on shows such as: Bull, Conviction, Hawaii Five-O, Leverage, Suits, and Rectify. She teaches screenwriting and mentors aspiring writers.
Jennifer is a member of the Writers’ Guild of America, Sisters in Crime, Mystery Writers of America, International Thriller Writers, Crime Writers Association, & the FBI Citizen’s Academy Alumni.

Catch Up With Jennifer Graeser Dornbush:
www.JenniferDornbush.com
Goodreads
BookBub – @jgdornbush1
Instagram – @jgdornbush
YouTube – @ForensicSpeakJenniferDornbush
Facebook – @JGDornbush

Tour Participant Reviews:

‘FROZEN LIVES ‘was well written and suspenseful. It definitely had me turning pages.”
~ dianas_books_cars_coffee

‘Everything about FROZEN LIVES by Jennifer Graeser Dornbush spoke to me and I was not disappointed… The pacing kept me engrossed, unable to stop reading, wanting to know what was coming next and what was going to happen to who. The thrills and chills never stop coming.’
~ fundinmental

‘I could not put [ FROZEN LIVES ] down and I am surprised that I had not read any of this series previously. I will be going back to read the previous three books because I enjoyed the author’s fast paced crime plot and hope the other three are just as interesting and well written. I highly recommend this crime thriller/amateur sleuth mystery’
~ Avonna Loves Genres

‘What! Wow! Cliffhanger! Loved it! Need more!! Had a moment at the end Ahhhhh!!!’
~ FullyBookedInKentucky #BookReview of FROZEN LIVES

‘With a strong, likable female protagonist and a riveting plot, I was so completely absorbed in what was going on that time flew by. I enjoyed every minute of [FROZEN LIVES].’
~ Guatemala Paula Loves to Read

‘TFROZEN LIVES ‘was creative, suspenseful, and chilling. I was curious about how this was going to play out! I will definitely read the next book in the series!”
~ bookwormbecky1969

‘The suspense, tension and mysteries ooze off the pages. My heart would pound while reading, and I could not wait to figure out what would happen next. [FROZEN LIVES] is well written. I have really enjoyed this series.’
~ Because I said so

‘FROZEN LIVES is ‘an intriguing mystery. The suspense builds up with every page. The dark atmosphere of danger, fear, and risks play a key role in keeping the reader hooked… addictive, mysterious, and leaves the reader wondering what will be the next grand adventure for Emily.”
~ The AR Critique

‘The suspense in FROZEN LIVES is less ‘whodunnit’ (though there is that element at first) and more ‘how is this creep going to be brought to justice’ and ‘who will survive – and who won’t’. Along with the elements of psychological suspense (that will wrap icy fingers of dread around your heart), the interpersonal relationships and the exploration of love, home, and trauma will have you biting your nails from start to finish. I am already eagerly anticipating the next book. Especially with that ending!!!’
~ Reading is my Superpower

‘I would give {FROZEN LIVES} more than 5 stars if I could! I will definitely be reading the backlist!! I can’t wait for book 5, which the author promised is in process!’
~ My Reading Getaway

‘Every mother’s nightmare… Packed with fast-paced action… FROZEN LIVES delivers a chilling thriller that will capture your attention from the beginning.’
~ Novels Alive

‘FROZEN LIVES ‘is my fourth book by Jennifer Graeser Dornbush, and it definitely won’t be my last! The Coroner’s Daughter is a great mystery series! …an entertaining, suspenseful, and interesting read!”
~ The Page Ladies

‘I was emotionally INVESTED in this book! Oh my! Things get intense right from the start and only intensify the further you read. …My heart was with Jo the entire time as I held my breath and hoped for her happy ending. If you like emotionally heavy suspense thrillers, then you MUST read’ FROZEN LIVES!’
~ ashmanda.k

‘FROZEN LIVES ‘pulled me in from page one and kept me glued to the pages until the end”
~ Melissa A’s Blog

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More: According to the author FROZEN LIVES does not include: Excessive Strong Language, Explicit Sexual Scenes, or Rape. However, readers may encounter content that is considered to be another trigger situation. At this time, PICT staff have not yet read this book and cannot give additional information.

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