The Gingerbread Man

Jove Lead Release
October 2001
ISBN 0-515-13167-9

2001 Romantic Times Reviewers' Choice Award Winner - Best Romantic Suspense

"Shayne's (The Texas Brand, etc.) haunting tale is intricately woven, and her quirky supporting characters including a retired horror movie star, his mysterious young niece and an omnipresent Native American physician will capture the reader's sympathy. A moving mix of high suspense and romance, this haunting Halloween thriller will propel readers to bolt their doors at night. " -- Publisher's Weekly

When Detective Vincent O'Mally finds two missing children dead, his life turns upside down. When the FBI takes over the case, Vince agrees to take time off. Traveling to a small upstate New York town, he meets Holly Newman--a fragile woman whose sister was abducted and killed years ago. Convinced that Holly's sister's death is linked to the recent murders, he attempts to unearth clues hidden deep in Holly's mind.

Reviews

"Rich, sensual, and bewitching." -- Publisher's Weekly

"In a departure from the fantasy element of earlier novels, Ms. Shayne has delivered one of her best yet, a novel rich with spine-tingling mystery and an abundance of suspense.   The nail-biting conclusion will leave readers white-knuckled for some time to come.  True romance readers won't be disappointed, either, as the love scenes become more memorable because they are not overplayed. With sizzling love scenes and suspense that just won't quit, Ms. Shayne has created a praise-worthy novel truly deserving of its classification as romantic suspense. " -- Sheri Melnick, Amazon.com

"The Gingerbread Man by Maggie Shayne is different from the other books I've read by her but if you appreciate good writing with hooking suspense and enthralling romance that's real and not sappy than this is a must read for it truly is amazing! " -- Clarissa, Amazon.com

"The Gingerbread Man by Maggie Shayne is a first-class romantic suspense novel that kept me completely captivated from start to finish. With a thrilling plot full of twists and turns and vivid and sympathetic characters, The Gingerbread Man is a book you don't want to miss. "The Gingerbread Man" is a fabulous read and I found it extremely hard to put down. Shayne expertly kept me guessing through the whole book - the murderer was a complete mystery to me until the very end! Filled with brilliantly rendered images of raging storms and mysterious autumn nights, this book will provide all the thrills and chills you could ask for. The romance between Holly and Vince is beautifully depicted, and is filled with true to life passion and tenderness. The Gingerbread Man is a truly fine example of romantic suspense writing, so buy it today. You won't be disappointed!" -- Sophie Williams, Amazon.com

"THE GINGERBREAD MAN is an exciting non-stop thriller that fans of police investigations, serial killers, and romantic suspense will read in one sitting. Maggie Shayne deserves wider recognition for her strong portrayal of the trauma left with survivors struggling to overcome tragedy." -- Harriet Klausner, The Best Reviews

"THE GINGERBREAD MAN is a first-rate romantic suspense that I enjoyed from beginning to end. I am looking forward to Maggie Shayne's next foray into the romantic suspense field." -- Marilyn Heyman, The Best Reviews

"This pulse-pounding thriller will keep readers superglued to their seats. Ms. Shayne does an amazing job depicting the terrors, fears and emotional trauma that can stalk survivors of tragedy. An utterly gripping story." -- Jill M. Smith, RT Book Reviews

"This was an EXCELLENT story from Maggie Shayne! This book kept me totally absorbed in the story until the very end. The ending was a surprise shocker!! I read this book within a day for I couldn't stop reading.I would highly recommended reading this book!" -- Deborah H, Paperback Swap

"There, there, who says there's no such thing as a good romantic suspense? Maggie Shayne's The Gingerbread Man...is one of the better thrillers I've read." -- Mrs. Giggles