There was less regurgitation from the other two books in this one but I still felt like the author was trying to make it a standalone as well as part of the series and I feel you can either have it one way or the other.
It was an easy read. There was quite a few characters so I did have to write things down to remember who was who.
The ending with that cliffhanger though would probably make me read another if there was one.

Last one to Die is book two in the Detective Nikki Cassidy and is wrrtten by Dana Perry. I have been really been enjoying this series. This book we see FBI agent Nikki discovering a 14 year old murdered and she is brought back to when her sister was murdered, and how that case is still unsolved.

Once she starts to dig into the case there are some things that pop up that surprises Nikki. Jessica was very unhappy at home. She took off a few days before her murder. The interesting piece is the killer emails Nikki. The killer taunts her. "There are more victims, Nikki. Can you stop me?"


Oh, I was drawn in within the first few pages. I absolutely loved the first book and the second was a home run. Fast paced, full of twists and turns we are deep into the head of Nikki. Haunted by her sisters murder - and the fact that it is unsolved. Could this case be linked?

Thank you to the author, publisher and Partners in Crime tours for allowing me to read a copy of this book -- all thoughts are my own.

The Last to Die is the second book featuring FBI agent Nikki Cassidy. This one picks up pretty much right after the events of the first book. Once again, she heads back to her hometown to find a missing girl. I would not say this works as a stand alone. It definitely spoils things in the first book. Of the three out so far, this one is my favorite. Mainly because I did NOT call that ending. I was totally blindsided and I loved it. I also felt like I go to know Nikki more in this one. It's a quick read and one I couldn't put down. I highly recommend it!

The second gripping book in this series. Liked it as much as the first. Nikki is a well drawn character and your with her every step of the way. Well plotted and look forward to the third book. Thanks to Bookoutre and Netgalley for a review copy.

What an incredibly thrilling series this is! Love love love this gripping book and series. Very highly recommend to anyone looking for a transporting, wonderful read.

FBI agent Nikki Cassidy is approached by a grieving mother to solve the cold case of a murdered teenage girl that may be connected to a recent murder in another small Ohio town.

When Cassidy agrees to take on the 20 year old case of a murdered teenage girl, she finds herself back in small town Ohio asking questions about the past. While investigating, she receives a call from the police force from her own hometown with a new victim and a personal note claiming that Nikki herself will be the murderer’s ultimate victim. With help from her team at the FBI and some new players from small town police forces, Cassidy is forced to hunt down and outsmart another serial killer.

Despite the fact that I had some serious de ja vu while reading this book, it was still a decent read. I continued to be irked by the author’s writing style, repetitiveness, and awkward, oddly off-putting romantic encounters, but found the plot to be compelling. Maybe I’m just a basic reader, but the revelation of the killer’s identity was a genuine surprise to me and that always makes me inclined to have a more positive overall impression of a mystery. I’m planning to continue this series to find out what happens next with Agent Cassidy and her FBI crew. ⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 (3.5/5)

Favorite Quotes:

That’s what happens when you dig into the past. You can never be sure what you’re going to find back there.

There are no boundaries for evil. It could be found anywhere.

“Did anyone ever tell you that you’re overly critical and sometimes just need to keep your mouth shut?” “A few people.” “You should listen to them.” He smiled.

Gilmore was a remarkably unremarkable man. Somewhere in his forties, thin, balding, dressed in drab clothes, no real charisma of any kind when he talked.


My Review:

This was an unpredictable, action-packed, twisted, and busy tale that kept the little pea in my brain hopping and my neck in knots. I had a hard time putting this one down, even when I had to, and I certainly did not see this ending coming. Dana Perry is definitely perfecting his craft.

The second book in a series, this book picks up from where The Nowhere Girls left off. When another girl's body is found, Cassidy finds herself again contemplating the facts surrounding her sister's death years ago and questioning whether it could be the same killer. The pace is somewhat slow at first, in large part due to rehashing of the back story from the previous book (this probably would have been less bothersome if I hadn't read them in rapid succession.) However, the pace definitely picks up as the story unfolds – with plenty of twists and a totally unexpected resolution. Overall, an enjoyable read with a closing hook to keep you reaching for the next book in the series.

FTC disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley. This has not affected the content of my review.

The second book in the Detective Nikki Cassidy series has her wondering and questioning more and more about what happened to her sister Caitlin.

Thank you NetGalley, the publisher and author for the opportunity to read this book for my honest review. All opinions expressed are my own.

I really wanted to be invested in this tale. However for me there was a noticeable amount of repetition from the first book, such that I contemplated not finishing the story. Perhaps if there was more focus on the 'new' story it would have the interest better.

"Last One to Die" by Dana Perry delivers another riveting 5-star read, featuring the tenacious Nikki Cassidy of the FBI's Crimes Against Children Squad. Following her newfound fame for thwarting an online group of predators targeting young girls, Nikki is approached by a grieving mother seeking answers about her daughter. Returning to her hometown, Nikki dives into yet another harrowing investigation, determined to uncover the truth.

I thought this book was even better than the first in the series. Nikki is a great example of what the FBI should be doing, by putting her life on the line in the search for truth and justice. I was not expecting the twist when the true villain was revealed. If you are a fan of crime novels you need to read about Nikki Cassidy. I will definitely be reading the next book in this series.

Thanks to Bookouture, Dana Perry, and NetGalley for providing me with the opportunity to read this ARC and share my honest review.

OH, MY GOODNESS! I thought the first book was good, this was amazing! Such good twists and turns, the villain is so good. I could not read this one fast enough. I love when the plot is keeps you guessing, without being outlandish. Now off to read the next one!

Detective Nikki Cassidy is at it again when 2 new bodies of teenage girls pop up: one in Huntsdale (again) and one in a city hundreds of miles away. But are these cases connected?

This was a great, thrilling story just like book 1. It makes you wonder how many serial killers we pass unknowingly on a daily basis. The only downside to this story is 1. How Detective cassidy can't seem to leave men alone. And 2. How the author feels the need to reiterate information the reader already knows every chapter. Despite these things, I don't regret reading this book and plan to dive into book 3.

Btw, I deff didn't see that twist at the end coming. 😭

The Last One to Die is book two in the Detective Nikki Cassidy trilogy.
I really enjoyed the first book(besides the repetition) but the second one fell flat for me. The whole first half of the book seemed to be just everything that was in the first book. It took forever for the actual story to go on. I wanted to love it because I just love Nikki and Alex. I’m really hoping the last book will be better than this one.

Detecive Nikki Cassidy is apprehensive when a young girl who went missing turns up murdered. Is her sister's killer back? Nikki works overtime to find out. What she discovers may be closer to home than she would like. I dived into this book and I ended up reading it at a alarming pace as the mystery and tension intensified. Nikki is a very likeable and relatable character who has definitely had a hard past that has left her with evil demons. I trusted no one in this book and I eagerly questioned everything. It was a joy to work with Nikki to solve the mystery. It did get repetitive at times but I didn't mind at all because I was going over everything in my head several times anyway. A exciting new police procedural.

Nikki’s working on a cold case, when she gets brought into a new case with ties to her own tragedy. Two similar cases in different towns, years apart, keeps Nikki, &those working with her, on their toes!

I read this in one sitting! I’m already invested in this series after reading book 1. I knew there would be a great twist in the conclusion & I wasn’t disappointed!
I flew this one in one day!

Thank you, Dana Perry, Bookouture, & netgalley for my early copy! All opinions are my own.

*4.5 Stars*

Copy kindly received via NetGalley for an honest review.

A very interesting read and great characters. Nikki certainly gets herself into some difficult situations with her boss and the person she is trying to find because she's looking at so many different suspects. A bit of a surprise ending.

Nikki Cassidy is brought back to her hometown to try to solve the murders of missing girls. I’m glad this second book in the series was released the same day as the rest of the series because I was excited to read this one and it also ends on a cliffhanger that will make you jump right to book 3! A fast, fun read into police work and how to catch the killer. I really enjoyed the continuation of characters from the first book and loved watching them grow in this one.

This was a strong sequel in the Detective Nikki Cassidy series, it had everything that I enjoyed from the first book. The characters were what I was hoping for and had that tense atmosphere that I was looking for. I enjoyed the overall fell of the crime thriller and thought it worked well overall. It had the same writing style that I enjoyed from Dana Perry and glad it was so well done. I'm excited to read more from Dana Perry.

I am a sucker for a detective novel and this one didn’t disappoint. I love a small town, cold case murder with a female detective and lots of great side characters! I actually didn’t read the first book in this series but I found it easy enough to follow along and be read as a standalone book. I enjoyed the twists and fast pace and found the serial killer taunting the detective a unique touch. I liked the romance between Nikki and Chief Nolan, and the partnership between her and her FBI partner Alex. Overall, great mystery with lots of unpredictable moments. 3.75/5⭐️