I Create Purty Thangs: IN Pursuit Tour and Giveaway

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The hunt is on…but who’s the one being pursued?

A serial killer is terrorizing San Antonio, and the method of murder is beyond macabre. As Ivy Nash is pulled into the case by her police detective friend, Stan, there appears to be one intersecting point between the victims—Ivy herself.

Meanwhile, Ivy and her new organization, ECHO, take on a case for a run-away teen whose parents have disappeared. Was it self-imposed, or is something more nefarious going on?

Moving at a break-neck pace, the parallel trails to stop the killer and to find the missing parents seem both murky and crystal clear. But just as Ivy believes the end is near, past transgressions are slammed in her face—and nothing will be the same.

A man wants retribution. And he’ll even saw off his own leg if it means Ivy will suffer.

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"Rife with deceit and deception and characters that leap off the page, this story is told with confidence through a sure hand, engaging both the mind and the heart. A compelling treat." -- Steve Berry, New York Times Bestselling Author

"I love the way that Mefford writes, seamlessly jumping between characters and time frames with no confusion, and he is extremely descriptive of the setting . You almost feel like you are watching a movie instead of reading a book!" -- Hilary Mahoney, Elusive Red Tiger

"Mefford wrote her character with depth and you can feel her passion for her job throughout the entire book." -- Shelly Maynard, Lynchburg Mama

Above reviews from An Ivy Nash Thriller, Book 1, IN Defiance

Books in the Alex Troutt Thriller Series:

AT Bay AT Large

AT Once

AT Dawn

AT Dusk

AT Last

Books in the Ivy Nash Thriller Series:

IN Defiance

IN Pursuit
Coming soon....

IN Doubt

Break IN

IN Control

IN The End

Q&A with author John W. Mefford:

Q: What do the Ivy Nash Thrillers have to do with the Redemption Thriller Series?

JWM: The Ivy Nash Thrillers comprise the second sub-series in the Redemption Thriller Series. The Alex Troutt Thrillers are the first sub-series. While I'll eventually write a series that connects the major characters and plots from all the sub-series, you don't have to read the AT books prior to the IN books. But I have to say, the AT thrillers are darn good.

Q: So you're saying you don't have to read the Alex Troutt Thrillers before the Ivy Nash Thrillers?

JWM: Nope. While a few of the characters might occasionally overlap between the series, they can be read as stand-alone. And then I'll wrap everything up in a final set of six novels that connects all of the main characters and stories from each sub-series. If you haven't read any of the Alex Troutt thrillers yet, you can try out the first three at a pretty nice discount. Just search for Alex Troutt Box Set.

Q: Can you give some insight into how Ivy Nash might connect to Alex Troutt down the line?

JWM: Sure…and then I'll send over a hit squad. Seriously, I'll be sprinkling in a few clues along the way for those who pay close attention to the details, but it will all come together in that final six novels of the Redemption Thriller Series. And it will be explosive and gut-wrenching at the same time.

Q: How many different sub-series are you planning to have in the Redemption Thriller Series?

JWM: Right now, I see four sub-series in the Redemption Thriller Series, with six novels in each. It's the most challenging and fulfilling creative endeavor I've undertaken. I hope you enjoy the journey.

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MY REVIEW

There’s a serial killer on the loose in San Antonio. Each of his victims are linked to Ivy Nash. But Ivy won’t let her life be ruled by fear, even though she’s sure that the killer is the same twisted maniac who recently kidnapped her, tortured her, then let her go. As she works on a missing person’s case, Ivy can’t help but wonder if the killer is someone from her broken childhood. As she gets closer to figuring out his identity, Ivy discovers just how close she is to becoming the next victim on the killer’s list.

The character of Ivy Nash is braver than I will ever be. This was a non-stop edge-of-my-seat read. It’s so easy to devour a John Mefford writing, no matter how long it is. He creates such interesting characters. As always, he is detail-oriented in his plot locations. I like that even though I have never been to these places, his descriptions easily put me there, in the midst of it all. Subtle links to his past series’ were recognized. I feel that there will be more connections in the next chapter of this series and can’t wait to read more.

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More of my John W. Mefford book reviews:

(and I highly recommend each of these series')

GREED SERIES

Fatal Greed Lethal Greed Wicked Greed Greed Manifesto

BOOKER SERIES

Streets of Mayhem Tap That Hate City Blood Ring No Mas Dead Heat

ALEX TROUT SERIES

AT Bay AT Large AT Once AT Dawn AT Dusk AT Last

IVY NASH SERIES

IN Defiance

About the Author

About the Author

A veteran of the corporate wars, former journalist, and true studier of human and social behavior, best-selling author John W. Mefford has been writing novels since he first entered the work force twenty-five years ago, although he never put words on paper until late 2009.

John writes novels full of intrigue, suspense, and thrills, but they also evoke an emotional connection with the characters.

When he’s not writing, he chases three kids around, slaves away in the yard, reads, takes in as many sports as time allows, watches all sorts of movies, and continues to make mental notes of people and societies across the land.

John lives in Frisco, Texas with his beautiful wife, three opinionated kids, and a feisty fat cat who rules the world.