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When it reaches zero, you die. #1 New York Times bestselling author Iris Johansen sets her readers’ pulses racing once again in this relentless psychological thriller of a young woman caught in a maze of secrets and stalked by a merciless killer. The countdown begins the moment you open this riveting novel that only grows more electrifying as the pages turn, more exciting as time runs out. . . . “Don’t kill her. She’s no good to us dead.” These words haunt Jane MacGuire after a shocking attack shatters her world in an instant. Was it a random kidnapping attempt–or the countdown to something far more sinister? Who is after her–and what do they want so badly they’ll kill anyone in their way? That’s what Jane is determined to find out, without the help of the police, the FBI, or her adoptive parents, forensic sculptor Eve Duncan and her husband, Joe Quinn, of the Atlanta PD–because whoever is after her won’t hesitate to hurt those she loves the most. Now Jane will go on the run with the only man who may be more dangerous than those who are pursuing her. A smuggler, a con man, and who knew what else, Mark Trevor had his own mysterious reasons for wanting to keep Jane safe and out of the hands of a killer obsessed with a two-thousand-year-old mystery that could rock the modern-day world. Orphaned at an early age, Jane grew up the hard way, but she was given a new life, a loving family, and a chance to pursue her interest in one of the greatest archaeological finds ever unearthed. Now someone was trying to destroy that new life before it could even get started. The past is returning with the kind of vengeance that knows no mercy. The countdown has already begun, and it’s approaching zero faster than anyone thinks.
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"I was disappointed in the last Johansen book, but wasn't disappointed in this one. An Eve Duncan-tale but her and Joe take a back seat to their adopted, college daughter, Jane. Fast-paced, sometimes "Indiana Jonesy" but with enough twists and turns in the plot to keep me interested! "
— Cindy (4 out of 5 stars)
Countdown Listener Reviews
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" Couldn't wait to find what was going to happen next in the series and with Jane. This was a captivating story that has you on the edge till the end. "
— Lori, 2/16/2014 -
" Great book. Jane gets her first real appearance and focus in this one. "
— Lori, 2/13/2014 -
" I loved this book, one of my favourite from the Eve Duncan series! Love Trevor and Jane together! Can't wait to read the next! "
— Cheryl, 2/10/2014 -
" As I said in a review of another book by this author, she is an excellent writer but I never became enthralled with this series. "
— Laurie, 2/8/2014 -
" Again Iris Johansen provides an entertaining plot with a lot of suspense. "
— Donna, 2/5/2014 -
" This is one compelling read that features Eve's daughter Jane into Scotland for protection. It's a good sequel from Blind Alley. Lots of suspense and good action and romance. "
— Kristen, 1/30/2014 -
" It might well be the best of the Iris Johansen books that I've read so far, and believe me, if you like courage, determination, self-preservation, confidence, beauty and grace all in one heroine... go look for Johansen's JANE MAC'GUIRE!!! "
— Alexa, 1/25/2014 -
" One of the better Eve Duncan books so far. Story revolves around Eve's adopted daughter Jane. "
— Gretchen, 1/23/2014 -
" This is a good one - but probably my least favorite of the Duncan series. "
— Renna, 1/20/2014 -
" I've ended up listening to this series backwards, starting with book 9 and working my way back. I was surprised to find that the Trevor character seems like a different person in this book. I suppose that this character has developed in later books but, I was confused for a good portion of the book. I suppose this is what happens when you read a series backwards. "
— Lilly-Anne, 1/20/2014 -
" I liked the book. It keeps your attention and is a fast read. "
— Mary, 12/29/2013 -
" How does this woman get published?????! "
— Idyllwilde, 12/19/2013 -
" WOW! So far this has been my favorite book in the series. I love reading about a strong woman who can hold her own ground. This book has two woman who fit that description. Can't wait to see where Jane is taken next and I like Trevor too. "
— Christine, 12/17/2013 -
" A story about Jane! These books about Eve Duncan are such great thrillers for me. The romance entwined in the mystery is great for me. I like Ms. Johansen's Eve Duncan series. "
— ♆, 11/11/2013 -
" Stupidest book ever. I like the author but her Eve Duncan series is just terrible. "
— Milah, 10/31/2013 -
" This continuation of Jane and Trevor's story was not as good as the last installation (The Search). It had some promising moments, but seemed to fall flat towards the end. "
— Brittany, 10/20/2013 -
" This book was OKAY. I kept waiting on it to get better but it wasn't the page turners I was used to. I have read all of Johansen's other books and this one was just..blah. I finished it just so I could move on to something else. "
— Adrienne, 5/4/2013 -
" Excellent book about treasure buried by an ancient volcano in Italy - and a Scottish Laird and his castle in Scotland. "
— Jennifer, 12/29/2012 -
" This was the second time I read this book. The "shocker" at the end was still a shock! "
— Kathy, 10/29/2012 -
" Good turn-the-pager. Good beach read. "
— Journeywoman, 10/25/2012 -
" i didn't think it was possible, but she actually out did herself! there were more unexpected twists and turns than on a roller coaster ride!! phenominal mystery thriller!!! "
— joyce, 7/7/2012 -
" I loved this boook majorly! "
— Heather, 5/2/2012 -
" Never has it taken me so long to read Johansen book. The characters weren't intriguing, the plot blatantly obvious and just seemed too blah. "
— Willow, 9/4/2011 -
" a sequel to another. I didnt care for it. "
— Andra, 4/26/2011 -
" Iris rarely disappoints, and this one was as good as all. "
— Carmen, 3/23/2011 -
" These are just fun, quick reads. "
— Liz, 3/23/2011 -
" As I said in a review of another book by this author, she is an excellent writer but I never became enthralled with this series. "
— Laurie, 3/2/2011 -
" Stupidest book ever. I like the author but her Eve Duncan series is just terrible. "
— Milah, 2/12/2011 -
" Excellent book about treasure buried by an ancient volcano in Italy - and a Scottish Laird and his castle in Scotland. "
— Jennifer, 2/10/2011 -
" What can I say I really didn't enjoy this book, But I got through it, by the skin of my teeth. Just couldn't get into it. The end was the best. "
— Janet, 10/29/2010 -
" great continuation of Eve Duncan series. Jane is very strong and has grown up! "
— Bridget, 9/12/2010 -
" Great book, fast paced with characters being on the good and the bad side. It almost leaves you wondering if there will be a sequel. Very good, page turner, lots of fun. "
— Liz, 6/28/2010
About Iris Johansen
Iris Johansen is the author of more than thirty New York Times bestsellers. Her series featuring forensic sculptor Eve Duncan has sold over twenty million copies and was the subject of the Lifetime movie The Killing Game. She has has also co-authored the bestselling series featuring investigator Kendra Michaels.
About Kate Burton
Kate Burton, an Earphones Award–winning narrator, is best known for her work on Broadway in Hedda Gabler, The Elephant Man, The Constant Wife, and Spring Awakening, as well as on television in Grey’s Anatomy and Empire Falls. Her films include Big Trouble in Little China, The Ice Storm, Unfaithful, and Remember Me. She played the title role in Alice in Wonderland with her father, Richard Burton, on PBS.