Tag Archives: crime fiction

Boy Facing Murder Charges in the Death of His Stepbrother

Posted on September 8, 2011 by jchasenovelist

In my first two novels, Compulsion and Dead Game, protagonist Emily Stone works in solitude to track down and bring to justice those who prey upon the most vulnerable in our society.  The same goes for Deputy Jack Davis, whose … Continue reading →

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Looking for a Thrilling Read?

Posted on September 4, 2011 by jchasenovelist

SILENT PARTNER WINNER: 2011 Suspense, Readers Favorite, Silver Award FINALIST: 2011 Thriller, Readers Favorite One Cop, One Serial Killer, One Witness Northern California’s elite Police K9 Units arrive at an abandoned warehouse after a high-speed chase and apprehend two killers … Continue reading →

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Guilty Plea After More Than Thirty Years

Posted on September 2, 2011 by jchasenovelist

It takes a special level of dedication to work on cold cases as a member of law enforcement.  You are often dealing with evidence that is outdated and deteriorating, witnesses may be difficult to find if they are even still … Continue reading →

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Silent Partner Took Home the Silver!

Posted on August 31, 2011 by jchasenovelist

I’m very honored that SILENT PARTNER won the 2011 SILVER AWARD for BEST in SUSPENSE at Reader’s Favorite.  Thank you!  Congratulations to all winning authors! This story was a very special project and close to my heart. Here’s a recent … Continue reading →

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How Important are Character Names?

Posted on August 26, 2011 by jchasenovelist

Names are interesting because there is a history to them and how they have evolved over the years.  Some names are newer than others like Haley, Riley, Tanner, and Hunter compared to Mary, Emily, John, and David. I find that … Continue reading →

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Psychodynamics of the Criminal’s Signature

Posted on August 22, 2011 by jchasenovelist

One of the biggest obstacles law enforcement faces when investigating a violent crime is the mindset and motivations of the criminal act.  This is where the signature of the offender comes into focus and it should be studied carefully.  It’s … Continue reading →

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Meet a Real Pet Detective!

Posted on August 17, 2011 by jchasenovelist

In my most recent novel, Silent Partner, one aspect of the story revolves around the relationship that exists between a deputy and his canine partner.  There is no doubt that dogs play an essential role in many crime investigations, from … Continue reading →

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