📚 Book Review: Twice Dead (An FBI Thriller Boxset Book 3) by Catherine Coulter
A gripping two-in-one collection featuring two of the most intense and emotionally charged cases in the FBI Thriller series—perfect for fans of suspense, mystery, and psychological drama.
Twice Dead brings together Books 5 and 6 of Catherine Coulter’s bestselling FBI Thriller series: Riptide and Hemlock Bay, both starring agents Dillon Savich and Lacey Sherlock as they navigate threats that strike at both their professional and personal lives. With a strong Goodreads rating of 4.32/5 from over 1,200 readers, this boxset is praised for its fast pacing, layered plots, and emotional intensity.
📖 Included Titles
🌊 Riptide
Kelly O’Malley, a Boston reporter, flees to the quiet town of Riptide, Maine, after receiving death threats tied to a story she’s investigating. But danger follows her, and soon she’s entangled in a web of espionage involving a former KGB agent. Savich and Sherlock step in to protect her, uncovering secrets that stretch across borders and decades.
🌲 Hemlock Bay
Savich’s sister Lily Frasier barely survives a car crash—her second apparent suicide attempt following the death of her daughter. But Lily suspects foul play, especially when she discovers that priceless paintings left to her by her grandmother have vanished. As she investigates, she’s drawn into a sinister plot involving art fraud, psychological manipulation, and a pair of child-killing twins known as the Tuttles. Savich and Sherlock race to uncover the truth before Lily becomes the next victim.
💬 Why Readers Love It
- Dual Mysteries: Each novel offers a distinct, high-stakes investigation with emotional depth.
- Strong Female Leads: Both Kelly and Lily are portrayed with resilience and complexity.
- Series Continuity: Savich and Sherlock’s chemistry and competence continue to anchor the series.
- Genre-Blending Suspense: Coulter mixes crime, romance, and psychological thriller elements seamlessly.
⚠️ Critiques
- Some readers found the villains in Hemlock Bay exaggerated and the supernatural elements jarring.
- Riptide received slightly more praise for its tighter plot and espionage angle.
- The emotional trauma explored in both books may be intense for some readers.
🏁 Final Verdict
Twice Dead is a compelling boxset that showcases Coulter’s ability to craft suspenseful, emotionally resonant thrillers. If you’re new to the FBI Thriller series or looking to revisit two of its most dramatic entries, this collection is a solid pick.
