Masks of Murder

by C.C. Canby

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1930922043
• ISBN13: 9781930922044
• Release Date: January 2003
• Publisher: J-Press Publishing
• Length: 254 Pages
• Weight: 0.94 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.5" x 8.9"

Customer Reviews

Edge of your seat thriller!

Reviewed by: Beverly Pechin This book simply grabs you from your seat and pulls you in! An Edge of your Seat thriller, the author keeps you guessing to the end. Just when you think you have one character figured out, something new happens to make you step back and look again. Canby has a way with words that simply brings you into the story and never lets go. I guarantee you will begin reading it and hours later have no clue that time went by! When a police officer is killed, the cold hearted murderer strikes over and over with no rhyme or reason. The officer's partner feels a connection to his slain partner and wants revenge but as just as he thinks he has one thing figured out, another thing happens to change his train of thought immediately. The entire time, you get to peek inside the world of the killer, meeting all of his companions who seem to help bail him out each time. Secret meetings keep you guessing as to whom the killer could possibly be, yet something inside you has a feeling you know. Absolutely one of the best thrillers I've read, this author somehow manages to keep your attention until the very last page. And just because you're certain you know who the killer is, a few chapters into the book, don't be surprised when you turn the page and realize you're completely wrong! It is amazing how Canby weaves the characters together, confusing not only the police but the reader, to the very end. It's rare that a mystery will truly keep you that enthralled that you really aren't sure until the last pages as to "who dunnit" but Canby seems to have mastered the technique! A definite must for any mystery reader. I have a feeling Canby will soon become a favorite author amongst many!

Masterful Suspense

Canby weaves an intriguing pscho/mystery, taking the reader on a well written journey to a surprise climax. His characters, especially the hero, are believable and pull the reader from page to page as the plot twists and turns. Canby sprinkles his story with local descriptions that enhance like Michael Connelly's Los Angeles. Definitely a recommended read for mystery buffs and I will watch for his next book.

Wonderful Mystery!

Masks of Murder was a wonderful combination of intricate plot, fascinating characters, and philosophical pondering. Once I picked it up, I couldn't put it down. Every page had a new twist to the plot or an interesting thought about how life plays out. It was entirely believable, and yet not predictable. I've read a lot of mysteries and this one is truly original. A great read!!

Masks of Murder -- Outstanding

I couldn't put this book down! It is very well written, easy to follow, and keeps you in suspense until the very compelling ending. A great murder mystery, with just enough characters and twists to keep you guessing. A great read.

Masks of Murder

The book starts out with a bang and ends with a boom - the ending blew me away. If you like to read ture crime or crime fiction, you will love this book. It is a real "page turning,can't put it down" sort of thriller from start to finish. The author has a way with words that are easy to follow while telling a great story. After reading "Masks of Murder", I am eagerly awaiting another novel by C.C.Canby.