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Two-time Christy Award winner Steven James set the publishing world ablaze with his riveting Patrick Bowers thriller series, which began with The Pawn. Taking place a decade or so before events depicted in The Pawn, Opening Moves introduces Bowers as a detective in Milwaukee before he joined the FBI. Here he investigates a chilling case that will shape his character and put him on his way toward becoming a federal agent.
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"I have an obsession with the Patrick Bowers series. I picked up my very first one in a public library and immediately started searching for more. I love Patrick's character and this story was interesting since you get to see who Patrick was before he became a special agent. Steven James writes a great mystery, and it's clear that he does plenty of research into the minds of serial killers before he writes his books."
— Ashley (4 out of 5 stars)
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“With a multi-dimensional quality, Steven James writes with a confident, assured ease. Just good, old-fashioned, gimmick free storytelling that pushes the envelope to the edge and beyond.”
— Steve Berry, New York Times bestselling author of The Columbus Affair -
“Opening Moves is a mesmerizing read.”
— Michael Connelly, New York Times bestselling author of The Drop -
“Clear your schedule and pull up your favorite reading chair…This is suspense writing at its best.”
— RT Book Reviews
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" This is a prequel. As such I couldn't get enthused. I'm hoping he continues the series and develops the other supporting characters. "
— Jack, 2/7/2014 -
" It was nice seeing a chunk of Pat's background story. And I fully understand why Steven James had nightmares while he was writing it. I had nightmares just reading it, and I had to put it down a few times to prevent nightmares on other nights. "
— Trinity, 2/5/2014 -
" Great prequel to the Bowers Files. As always, James is at the top of his game. Bring on The King. "
— Dcriler, 2/1/2014 -
" I'd say this book wasn't quite as good as the rest in the series. I have a hard time saying exactly why, except maybe that the plot was just a little too twisty. Still a 4 star book though, well worth the read. Fascinating and entertaining. "
— Scottstack, 1/29/2014 -
" Opening Moves is the best in the series thus far. I can't wait for The King next year. "
— Mark, 1/14/2014 -
" Steven James delivers every time he offers another installment of his Patrick Bowers series and this is no exception. Most series have a way of wearing their welcome thin at some point but not this one. "
— Tim, 1/12/2014 -
" Amazing! Love this series although this one was disturbing. Use of real criminals and discussion of cannibalism makes it too real. However the story is amazing. You never see the twists coming. It also fits nicely as a prequel to the others in this series. "
— Mary, 1/7/2014 -
" This was a hard book to get through. Tough subject matter and Richard Basque is pure evil. It does however, set up the Patrick Bowers series and I love Steven James' writing style. "
— Jacquelyn, 12/3/2013 -
" It had to start somewhere, and it's interesting to know the important stuff. . .how Pat started drinking coffee, how he managed to be so young with a Ph.D. and an FBI appointment. Still, I think this was a gratuitous book, guaranteed to sell and fill the gap while we all wait for The King. "
— Vickie, 11/10/2013 -
" I did not like that this was book #6, when it really should be book #1 of the series. I found myself simply skimming the text since we pretty much knew the outcome from the rest of the series. Still a solid read. "
— Beth, 10/12/2013 -
" would post the official review right now, but unfortunately, the publisher wants reviewers to wait. All I can say is that the book was awesome! Intense, gripping, disturbing. "
— Evan, 9/1/2013 -
" Very disturbing - my favorite in the series "
— Vi, 8/7/2013 -
" Explains a lot about the other books in the series. Can't wait for The King to come out. "
— Heather, 8/2/2013 -
" Look for the review on Fresh Fiction! "
— Joanne, 7/17/2013 -
" Oh my! Well, if you want to read about some graphic, true, real-life serial cannibal killers, this is your book. It really is quite disturbing at time, but it is still a very compelling story. "
— Linda, 6/17/2013 -
" Gruesome. "
— Joan, 12/26/2012
About Steven James
Steven
James is a critically acclaimed author who has written more
than thirty books, including the bestselling Bowers Files series. He is a
contributing editor to Writer’s Digest and has taught writing and storytelling
principles on three continents. James lives in Tennessee with his wife
and three daughters.
About Richard Ferrone
Richard Ferrone recorded over 150 audiobooks including thrillers, romances, science fiction, and inspirational novels. He won the prestigious Audie Award and was a finalist for four Audie Awards, including for Best Solo Male Narrator. He was named an AudioFile "Voice of the Last Century" and a "Rising and Shining Star." He earned many AudioFile Earphones Awards, including being named the 2011 Best Voice in Mystery and Suspense as well as the 2009 Best Voice in Science Fiction and Fantasy. A science fiction fan, he narrated Kim Stanley Robinson’s Mars trilogy. He also narrated works by James Patterson, Walter Mosley, John Sandford, Eric Van Lustbader, and Stuart Woods.