It was so shocking for me, I didn't have any inkling to it coming, I feel some of the things could have been for shadowed but this novel was a wild ride of questions and living on your last breath to learn what is happen to next.
Honestly a ride like no other. This body took my body and soul and asked me at the end "wanna go again? Its really a imprint made on the reader, and I highly suggest you pick it up and prepare for sleepless nights, and your sanity tested in a good way, this is a novel not to be passed up or forgotten!! Jun 25, Marissa rated it really liked it. Detwiler draws you in and gets you slowly addicted to the story, as Jameson becomes addicted to the flame, only to have your world set on fire by the revelations and secrets.
He mourns the loss of his father that left years before. Jameson finds a journal in the attic that lets him know that he is seen and brings him a connection to the author of the journal unlike he has ever felt with another living being.
Jameson tries to make a real life connection to the author by getting the attention of the author by following the rules set out in the journal. He used to be so in love with his wife. She is beautiful, talented, intelligent, and an amazing mom. One night while his wife is on a business trip, Pete, needing to feel like a man again, heads a few towns over to have a one-night stand.
Tragedy strikes in a way that tears Pete and his life apart. Now he is out for vengeance. He must put it right. When Pete has found his vengeance, is it everything that he hoped it would be? When I figured out one of the twists, my jaw dropped and I patiently waited for more. Detwiler builds a story like a Roman aqueduct, strong and long-lasting, then she blows it up with the twists and surprises.
Jun 28, Angela Shirley rated it it was amazing Shelves: ibbb-reviews. When you are a lost soul, but a discovery of a journal may literally set your world on fire and you uncover secrets that should have been buried.
Jamieson is a lonely lost soul, wondering through life with no real feeling of love. His mother is working two jobs to try and keep their head above water which means not mush quality time with her son. Pete is wandering along in life, although he has a loving wife and children there is something missing from his world and he becomes fed up with his life and marriage. But, one day can change your whole life and choices you make will haunt him for his whole life.
If you are wanting a light easy read, I would stay away from this book. The way the author draws you into the dark worlds of both characters is a joy to read. This is the first book I have read by this author and was anticipating as usual the questions of will I enjoy the story, writing etc but OMG this was thrilling from the first works written to the last.
I loved the slow burn of the story and my emotions feeling a little sad for the character of Jamieson but as the story delves more into his life you become so invested in trying to discover the twist and turns, I could not put the book down. Jun 26, Kerry carr rated it it was amazing. This is a very dark psychological Thriller and one I really enjoyed.
I love how deep the author gets into the mind of both Jameson and Pete. The author does an amazing job of opening up their minds and their worlds to us so we can walk in their shoes and experience their thoughts, feelings and drive that makes them behave and react in the way they do.
Jameson is a 16 year old boy who has grown up with his mother. His father left when he was young and Jameson knows little about it. His mother wo This is a very dark psychological Thriller and one I really enjoyed. His mother works 2 jobs and has very little time to provide him with emotional support.
They are more like strangers than family. When Jameson finds a journal left by his father he discovers his father was an arsonist and awakens a part of him he didn't know existed. Is he destined to be a arsonist like his dad? Will him turning into one bring his dad home? Pete is a man stuck in a rut. He has a beautiful house, beautiful child and wife but he isn't happy.
One night while his wife is away and his son is left with the babysitter disaster strikes and his son dies. Overwhelmed with grief Pete takes it upon himself to find out who is responsible for his sons death and the fire that destroyed his life.
Is Jameson connected to this fire? Is it Jamesons dad? Can Pete survive the guilt and grief and stay strong enough to get justice for his son? Jun 18, Book. Athlete rated it really liked it. Dewiler has written a psychological thriller that will stay in your memory long after the last page has turned in your hand. It is a book that takes your mind into a deep place where you can't help but stay until every last word is finished. We all want to know who our parents really are and in this way, we can relate to what drives Jameson Wills to know his own father.
At 16, Jameson finds a journal in an attic and di L. At 16, Jameson finds a journal in an attic and discovers a dark truth about his missing father. The journal reveals the two share a dangerous obsession for burning and this helps Jameson feel a real connection to his father. Does this obsession lead to real-world consequences?
The police determine the fire was caused by an arsonist and Pete has his energies set on finding one. Was it Jameson? Will Pete find justice? Will Jameson find his father? Too dark to step away from and too good to forget. This is one that you will remember long after you've finished it. Jun 25, Liz rated it it was amazing. So LA Detwiler is a new author to me but I can assure you this will not be my last experience reading anything by the talented Ms.
Detwiler again! I immediately dove right in and was hooked in so fast I read this book in one sitting well into the evening and found myself wrapping this up at four am.. I had to know how this boo So LA Detwiler is a new author to me but I can assure you this will not be my last experience reading anything by the talented Ms. I had to know how this book would end, I could not sleep until I did, it was that gripping.
I will be going to see what else is available and stalking the new releases of Detwiler to come now. I hope we get more of the same kind soon! Such a fab more than five star read! Jun 27, Shadel ayerbe rated it really liked it. Detwiler is a psychological thriller. A troubling family enterprise has been passed down. Jameson Wills is sixteen years old and has never met his father.
However, when he uncovers an ancient notebook in the attic, he learns some dark secrets about the man who vanished so long ago. As Jameson learns more about his father's hidden arson addiction, he begins to question if they need to burn is in his blood.
However, looking for a link to his father might take him down a dead end. A bereft businessman on the hunt for vengeance. Pete Andrews' baby son perished in a house fire. When the police determine that it was the act of an arsonist, Pete vows to do everything it takes to bring his son justice. Will he go too far in his desire for vengeance as his evil background comes to light? Two gentlemen. There was only one arsonist.
Choices that will alter their life for the rest of their lives. I loved this story and the concept of it as well. I loved every page of it. Every chapter was exciting. Jun 28, Felicia Bates rated it it was amazing. Detwiler 5 out of 5 stars L. A Detwiler is an author I didn't know existed just a few days ago. Now, this is an author I will never forget.
One of the things that I have always loved while finding to be completely eery is the fact that every horror movie came from someone's thoughts. I guess you can say the same for every thriller in the form of writing as well. I was hooked on the Arsonist's Handbook from the first word on the first page.
I carried this book with me everywhere, reading as I stood at the counter making my lunches even. I can't honestly put into words the impact this book had. I am notorious for reading a synopsis, deciding the book needs to be read, forgetting the synopsis and being completely surprised by things that were already disclosed on the book's cover. This was no exception. I found myself constantly shook by the way lives were intertwined and the depth of characters.
The book was dark, it had twists but through everything, there was deep feeling behind every motive. Jun 28, Angela rated it it was amazing. Detwiler certainly grabbed my attention from the very first page. Even though it is written in a slightly different style to what I am used to- the journal like writing really added to the overall atmosphere the story created.
Throw in plenty o 4. Throw in plenty of intensity, gripping details, unexpected twists and turns ensured that I was completely engrossed, not wanting to put it down until I had read every last word. This has been a great introduction to L. If you like a gripping read that makes you think, throws in unexpected twists and turns, and keeps you guessing- then this is definitely the book for you! Happy reading! Thank you, L. Jun 30, Debi rated it really liked it. Detwiler 4 Stars This is my first book by this author, I got into it pretty quickly and could hardly put it down.
The build up throughout had me going crazy wondering how this was all going to end. The writing style was a bit different than I'm used to but caught on pretty quick and then it flowed smoothly. My feelings towards all the characters were a roller coaster ride. I was never sure whether I liked any of them or even understood them and what they were feeling.
Then on the other hand I could find I liked them and then did understand sometimes. It was in all honesty the definition of a hot mess. I had figured out part of what was happening before the end but the other part was shocking, and totally threw my thoughts of one of the characters totally upside down.
I think I wanted more from the ending. Not sure why, I can't explain it but I felt a little let down for some reason. I guess I wanted that jaw dropping twist that just never seemed to come for me. In saying all of that, I truly did enjoy this story and will absolutely read more from this author!
Jun 30, Jenny rated it it was amazing. I was gripped by this dark psychological crime thriller by Detwiler. Sixteen year old Jameson Wills has never known his father but is keen to find out about him. However having found an old journal in the attic the things he discovers about his father are very disturbing. Meanwhile, Pete Andrews is a grief stricken businessman following I was gripped by this dark psychological crime thriller by Detwiler.
Meanwhile, Pete Andrews is a grief stricken businessman following the death of his infant son in a fire. When he is told by the police that the fire was arson Pete is determined to find justice for his son, but as his sinister past emerges he may go to far looking for revenge.
I was hooked from start to finish by this novel and was impressed at how the author made both of the main characters, Jameson and Pete really come alive and allowed the reader to get into their minds.
I felt fully immersed in the storyline which was fast paced and flowed well. An entertaining and engaging read and one which stayed with me long after I had turned the last page. Cancel anytime. Detwiler, comes a harrowing tale of vigilante justice. At 16, Jameson Wills has never known his father. When he finds an old journal in the attic, though, he discovers some malicious truths about the man who disappeared long ago.
But searching for a connection to his father might lead him down a path of no return. When the police deem it the work of an arsonist, Pete decides he will stop at nothing to find justice for his son. But as his sinister past emerges, will he go too far in his quest for revenge? The Arsonist's Handbook is a dark, stand-alone psychological thriller that will haunt you long after the last tick. Add to Cart failed.
Please try again later. Add to Wish List failed. Remove from wishlist failed. A grief-stricken businessman looking for vengeance… Pete Andrews' infant son has just died in a fire. When the police deem it the work of an arsonist, Pete decides he will stop at nothing to find justice for his son. But as his sinister past emerges, will he go too far in his quest for revenge? Two men.
One arsonist. Choices that will change their lives forever. The Arsonist's Handbook is a dark, standalone psychological thriller that will haunt you long after the last page.
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