Killer Charms

by Marianne Stillings

Book Overview

If he could really see the future . . . Logan Sinclair is nothing but a fraud. Or at least that's what Inspector Andie Darling, undercover on the streets of San Francisco, is determined to prove. Sure, the sexy Scotsman may say he's a clairvoyant, but Andie's never believed in second sight--or love at first sight. So why does his sweet talk turn her into a lovestruck fool? He'd know that Andie Darling always gets her man . . . Getting the goods on...

• Format: Mass Market Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0060850744
• ISBN13: 9780060850746
• Release Date: August 2008
• Publisher: Avon Books
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 1.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 4.2" x 6.8"

Customer Reviews

Killer Charms

Inspector Andie Darling is hoping to prove Logan Sinclair is a fake and move up in the ranks of the police department. Logan is known around the world as a clairvoyant, but what is not reported is how he defrauds women of some of their earthly goods. She goes undercover to catch the thief, but gets more than she bargained for. Logan Sinclair traveled from Scotland to take care of some business. Meeting Andie wasn't in his plans. He keeps to himself, but Andie captures his attention. Sure he can shake her out of his system, he does everything he can to put her off, but instead he finds himself needing her. Andie finds herself wanting to believe in Logan, but then she finds herself getting blackmailed - bring down Logan, or else. Add in her eerily realistic "dreams" of a woman who died 100 years ago, and Andie doesn't know where to turn. Killer Charms is a well-layered story, with suspense, drama and romance. The characters are fully three-dimensional, with complicated emotions and reasons for everything they do. The love story is believable and handled with finesse. Killer Charms has is part of the Darling Detective stories, and I can't wait to find the others and read them as quickly as I read this one. Niki Lee Reviewed for Joyfully Reviewed

Class & Charm!

I haven't read a Marianne Stillings book I didn't adore & I have read them all. The Port Henry and Darling Detective Trilogies are original, entertaining & have everything I am looking for in a great story: charismatic characters, romance, mystery, humor and I love the paranormal twist. What a fabulous author! I hope to read many more of her books in the future. This lady has talent!

He can con me anytime (well not really)

Stop! If you don't like cops, don't understand cops, or don't ever fantisize about cops... move on because this is not the book for you. If you don't mind the two main characters lying to one another (or "keeping secrets") for approximately half the book, you might truly enjoy Killer Charms like I did. Logan Sinclair is utterly sweet. I want to describe him and the plot for you but am unconfident in my ability to do so without spoiling way too much. Andie Darling is his perfect match. They are equal in wit, bastardness vs. bitchiness, and in the protectiveness in which they guard their heart. Also, both have higher moral compasses than they let on in the begining. Don't let their first impressions fool you. Andie is a beautiful bombshell detective who really wants to prove that she is as capable a cop as her brothers, father, and grandfather. Possibly better? And despite her outrageously good looks, I found myself unable to resent her in the least. Five stars in a review from me is rare and yet I would consider 10/10 if that was possible.

4.5 Bookmarks from Wild on Books!

Logan Sinclair is a world renowned medium. Having written several books on the subject as well as performed numerous séances, he is in high demand. The demand for family members to talk to loved ones beyond the grave has made Logan a very rich man, not withstanding the fact that underneath his rugged Scottish exterior beats the heart of one of the most successful con men ever born. Or is he? Andrea "Andie" Darling has been given the case of a lifetime. Wanting to transfer from Vice to Homicide is Andie's idea of a dream come true and all she has to do is deliver on her investigation of Logan Sinclair. Andie baits the hook and lies in wait for him to take the bait. She does not count on becoming attracted to him. Nor does she count on wanting his gifts to be real. Andie and Logan warily sum each other up. Logan knows there is more to Andie "Devon" than she is letting on. Andie knows there is more to Logan than what he is letting on. Add in a vindictive and blackmailing boss with Logan's true clairvoyance and you have a match made in paranormal heaven. I first discovered Marianne Stillings' talent as a writer when reading her release, SIGHS MATTERS. Her ability to weave a realistic tale with suspense and humor and sensuality just soothes my romance loving soul. KILLER CHARMS is no different. Readers are treated to the story of Logan Sinclair, a Scottish con man, and Andie Darling, the police officer trying to pin something on him in which to bring him to justice. Neither wants a relationship nor do they want to be attracted to each other. But the attraction is there and with it comes all the feelings and emotions of two people in love. Then to add suspense, Andie encounters a vile blackmailer who threatens the very people she loves. What will it take to bring an end to all this? Loyalty darling. KILLER CHARMS is about finding out the true nature of the one you love. With a flair for suspense and humor, Marianne Stillings has combined both for a truly remarkable read. KILLER CHARMS won't kill you but it will definitely charm your socks off! ***Natalie S. for Wild on Books***

delightful Darling thriller

SFPD vice inspector Andie Darling is very ambitious and her goal is to leave Vice for Homicide as soon as possible. She sees a great opportunity to prove her worthiness to brass when she is assigned to go undercover to catch psychic con artist Logan Sinclair cheat someone. Logan finds Andie unique as she acts immune to his magnetism. However his failure does not alarm Logan who has not lost sight of his goal; starting with obtaining the Star of Avril necklace. Andie suffers from vivid nightmares starring a woman she has never met. Logan informs his skeptical client that the woman Emma Harte exists. However, a killer has plans that could include murdering Andie; Logan will risk his life to keep her safe. The third delightful Darling thriller will give readers plenty of SATISFACTION starting with Logan AROUSING SUSPICIONS in the mind and heart of the only female Darling sibling. The fast-paced romantic suspense uses humor especially between the lead couple to somewhat lighten the growing tension. Filled with twists, some involving a bit of the paranormal, fans will relish this "Darling" drama as the heroine wonders if her self- proclaimed protector is her beloved enemy. Harriet Klausner