It's a cold Cleveland November day when forensic trace evidence expert Evelyn James is summoned to the scene of a bizarre crime. A young woman has been forcibly drowned, her feet chained and sunk in cement. When a second girl connected to a prominent family is found with evidence that links her murder to the first, all hell breaks loose. The police–and Evelyn–are officially up against the clock to find the murderer. This authentic, high-octane debut by Becka's own career as a veteran forensic scientist and her experience using physical evidence recovered from crime scenes–such as blood, hair, fibers and other microscopic particles–to unlock the secrets of the dead and bring justice to those who have no voice. Gripping until the last page, TRACE EVIDENCE introduces an exciting new voice in crime fiction.
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"Absolutely fantasic!! Had me riveted to the book and I couldn't put it down until I finished. Bit graphic for my taste in places, but not gratuitously so. Would definitely be interested in reading more by this author. " — Anne (5 out of 5 stars)
"Absolutely fantasic!! Had me riveted to the book and I couldn't put it down until I finished. Bit graphic for my taste in places, but not gratuitously so. Would definitely be interested in reading more by this author. "
" Couldn't get into this one...but did enjoy the sequal. "
" Great first novel.... "
" Good mystery by Elizabeth Becka. I hope she writes another one soon. "
" Very obviously her first book. Clunky un flowing dialogue. Hard work for a shot book. At times iI thought hse was trying too hard and at times not hard enough. It has not earned a space in the book shelves; off to the charity shop! Not a patch on Kathy Reichs. "
" Evelyn James #1 "
" If you love forensics, then this is a must read. "
" Comparable to Patricia Cornwell's Kay Scarpetta and Kathy Reich's Tempe Brennan, this thriller featuring Forensic Scientist, Evelyn James and set in Cleveland is a fantastic addition to the genre. "
" Good read-hoping it turns into a series but only this and another one done at the moment. "
" First novel. Becka is a forensic scientist - brings her knowledge to literature. Good story. "
" Good debut. "
" Absolutely fantasic!! Had me riveted to the book and I couldn't put it down until I finished. Bit graphic for my taste in places, but not gratuitously so. Would definitely be interested in reading more by this author. "
" A standard suspense read - great for the subway or anytime you're looking for a book that won't tax your brain overmuch. Or at all, really. "
" If you like Kathy Reichs you'll probably like this one. "
" Its good but some parts drag "
" I good blend of character and criminal science. "
" This is an OK book - the story is interesting and moves right along. It's a good read if you want something lite. "
" Exciting every step of the way! Could not put this book down! "
" Excellent crime novel written by my cousin. "
" good mystery occurring in cleveland "
" For a debut book, this was a very well-written storyline. "
" Excellent start to what promises to be a good series based around believable characters. "
" This was remarkably acceptable, although several days late I am pressed to remember context or details. So... A good read but somewhat forgettable. "
Elizabeth Becka is a forensic specialist working with the Cape Coral, Florida, police department. Formerly with the Coroner’s Office of Cleveland, Ohio, she has lectured to students and officers, has testified as an expert witness forty times, and is a member of the American Academy of Forensic Scientists.
Bernadette Dunne is the winner of numerous AudioFile Earphones Awards and has twice been nominated for the prestigious Audie Award. She studied at the Royal National Theatre in London and the Studio Theater in Washington, DC, and has appeared at the Kennedy Center and off Broadway.
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