Detective Amanda Steele’s latest case involves the gruesome discovery of a young girl named Hailey Tanner at a park. Hailey had attended her ballet class but never made it home. As Amanda dives deep into the investigation, she visits Hailey’s home. Among the few ballet costumes Hailey owned, Amanda notices one missing from her closet. This peculiar detail raises questions about the possibility of a family member being involved in the murder.

Amanda’s case bears a striking resemblance to a similar incident that occurred twelve years prior. The body of another young girl had been discovered in a New York. Intrigued by the similarities, Amanda embarks on a quest to uncover the connection between the two cases. Despite the girls’ bodies being found in different locations, the similarities simply cannot be a coincidence. Interestingly, the older case had been investigated by Amanda’s former colleague, Katherine Graves. Katherine was still haunted by that case, and now, both she and Amanda are determined to find the killer.

This devastating case is deeply sensitive, as the victims were of tender age. It undoubtedly poses a significant challenge for Amanda, and it is equally hard-hitting for the reader. As Amanda, Katherine, and Amanda’s partner, Trent Stenson, work tirelessly to stop the killer before any more young girls are murdered, the pace of the investigation accelerates. They race against time, pushing against the clock as another girl is taken. Determined to bring this little girl back home, the detectives exhaust every lead and piece together the clues they are unraveling.

Although each book in this captivating series can stand alone, reading it in order will undoubtedly enhance the reader’s understanding of Amanda and her colleagues. For instance, Amanda’s approach to cases, as well as her personal and professional relationships, evolve with each book in this series. She is undoubtedly an exceptional detective whose compassion and concern for the victims are evident throughout. The challenging cases in this police procedural series can be difficult to read, and I find myself rooting for and growing to admire Amanda as she relentlessly pursues justice for the victims. Carolyn Arnold truly outdid herself with this book, and I eagerly anticipate the next installment in this series.

Many thanks to Bookouture and to NetGalley for this ARC for review. This is my honest opinion.

A child killer, needs catching before he kills another
A horrific killer for Amanda Steele to uncover.
This time it feels close to home for the team
For Katherine Graves its a nightmare not a dream.

Secrets from Katherine's past link cases together
With notes left now to stop her searching forever.
However, it is working together that seems the best
With the cases present and past putting them all to the test.

A twisted killer they need to catch before its too late
With another girl gone, what will be her fate?
An edge of your seat read with twists galore
Keeping you page turning hoping to discover more.

I thoroughly enjoyed this gripping crime thriller
As Amanda and the team search for this horrific killer.
For my copy of this book I say a huge thank you
As I share with you this, my honest review.

A young girls is abducted and later on found dead wearing her ballet class costume, her body has been posed in a park. Amanda is deeply touched by the crime and makes finding the culprit her only objective, untill when her friend, Katherine, ex NYPD Detective is pulled into the investigation as the crime is linked to one that she could not solve but could not let go even though she is not in the police force anymore. As a result of Katherine's involvement in the investigation another girl is kidnapped - the culprit makes it clear that he wants her out of the investigation - and Amanda and Katherine herself, almost break down in dispair. Amanda and Trent will keep on searching every lead till they find the one that will lead them to the deranged man behind the crimes. On the personal side, Amanda still has to keep her emotions from Trent, as she very much would like to be more than his professional partner and Zoe (her daughter) also loves him, but that seems not meant to be. Maybe Amanda will find a new romantic partner in the future book. Three Girls Gone is full of action and mystery and is a great addition to the series.
I thank Ms. Arnold, her publisher, and NetGalley for this ARC.

A serial killer after young girls, who has been killing for years. When the case ends up in Amanda and Trent’s hands, they are determined to find justice for Hailey. They find a connection to a previous murder, and a former detective friend of Amanda’s who they bring in to help them.

There’s always so much to police procedurals for me. I’m always sucked in by the crime parts. I always want to know who the killer is and try to figure it out the whole story. But I also thrive on the relationships of the characters. Amanda and Trent are quite the pair, and it makes me wonder if they’re ever going to end up together. Then there’s Amanda and her relationship with her daughter, and her family. I always want more of those parts of the story too.

I can’t wait for more of this series.

Thank you NetGalley and Bookstore for my copy of this book.

Disclosure. This is a review of an ebook I was sent for free. All opinions are my own.

This is the fourteenth title in the Detective Amanda Steele series.

In the prologue, a child abduction has just taken place and the perpetrators describe it as easy peasy! A tantalising opening to the story.

But worse is to follow. 6 year old Hailey Tanner isn’t just a missing person, which was how her case was initially assigned. Her body has now been discovered in the park, posed in her ballerina outfit, and Detective Amanda Steele and partner Trent have been assigned to investigate her murder.

Why didn’t her nanny collect her as usual after her ballet class? Has the killer been in the Tanners’ home? Was Hailey sexually assaulted too?

And what is the link with the unsolved murder of Julie Gilbert, 12 years ago in New York, that ex-colleague Katherine Graves is still pursuing? Does this mean the possibility of a serial killer? Will they be allowed to loop Katherine in to help?

Could performing be a common link between Hailey and Julie?

Potential suspect names get mooted. Can they untangle the breadcrumbs and find the killer? Is there any CCTV footage?

But then another young girl Eloise Maynard is abducted. Their chief suspect has a solid alibi. Can they find Eloise in time?

Lots of clues to keep following the trail, as bit by bit, they identify a new suspect, but where might this person be now?

A gripping page turner, with a tense and suspenseful climax.

Includes some continuity references to earlier stories for those who enjoy reading the whole series but works excellently as a stand-alone read too.

The blurb lays out the plot. The plot delivers on the emotions and tenacity of Detective Steele and her partner, Trent. I enjoy the twists, following along trying to figure out who and why. Katherine a former colleague realizes this murder connects to one from 12 years ago and comes on board as well as several new people we meet. There are a lot of characters in Three Girls Gone and while I enjoy the mystery and the personal aspect of Steele and Trent this one needed a conclusion and a fresh take. The ending leaves me to believe there might be a fresh take, but we need the resolution. I am betwixt with this one and apologize for inability to provide a concise review. Thank you for the advance copy. I freely share my honest thoughts and opinions. #ThreeGirlsGone #DetectiveAmandaSteele #CarolynArnold #Bookouture #NetGalley

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Three Girls Gone is book 14 in the Detective Amanda Steele series by Carolyn Arnold.
Arnold masterfully portrays the characters' personal and professional lives in "Three Girls Gone."
The mystery in this installment is particularly engaging, keeping readers guessing throughout the story.
This made the plot even more intriguing.
The blend of mystery with characters' personal and professional lives made for an exciting and compelling read. Once again, Arnold delivered a thrilling tale, making this installment another great addition to the Detective Amanda Steele series.

Thank You NetGalley and Bookouture for your generosity and gifting me a copy of this amazing eARC!

It’s always exciting to return to the world of Amanda and her cases!
Who would do such heinous harm to little girls?
The clock is ticking as Amanda and Trent race to discover the villain.
I was glad to see the return of Katherine Graves and learn more about her story.
My dearest wish for Amanda may not come true any time soon but I will keep hoping!

It took me a while to get into this though thats more me than the book itself as have been in a bitt of a reading funk lately though once o got into it i could not put it down i've followed Amanda steele since the beginning and always look forward to reading the next steps although sad in places (what happened to the girls) its fast paced and i like the end though still hold put hope for trent and amanda at some point zoe is so cute and the little interactions with her throughout the book really break the tension up another great read from Carolyn Arnold

I've enjoyed some of the Detective Amanda Steele books before, and this one didn't disappoint. You could easily read this as a standalone, but you'd be missing out on some truly thrilling mysteries if you didn't read others in the series as well, although I admit I haven't read them all yet. Jumping back into Amanda's world, so much has changed, but it's nice to know that many of my favorite characters are still the same. The story throws you right into the middle of things, and the tension doesn't let up for a moment. The murder is absolutely heart-breaking, such a young girl, and it'll have you just as invested as Amanda in catching and stopping the killer. There are twists when you least expect them, and the action scenes will get your heart racing. The characters are dynamic, and feel real. Arnold does a masterful job of keeping you engaged from start to finish, so make sure you clear your calendar before you sit down to read!

Amanda and Trent are back and their latest case is a page-turner. It keeps you guessing with suspense and twists. I love that this far into the series the author still gives us unique cases. I have to say though, at this point I'm over the personal relationships of the characters. I would find the books just as satisfying without the personal interplay. I do enjoy the growth Amanda has gone through with Zoe. The last chapter introduced an interesting possible plot that I'm really hoping we get to see play out.

Is it possible that a current murder of a little girl and a 12 year old cold case are related? Based on a note found in the clothing of the current victim, they are. And former cop Katherine Graves, who has been investigating the cold case, gets tasked to help with this one.

Even though there seems to be few clues, as Detectives Steele and Stenson start to gather information, it doesn't take long before you paths to follow. It turns out that knowing the correct questions to ask is what it takes. They start out focusing on the last few days before Hailey disappeared and then learned they needed to look back further for clues.

I loved the twists and turns in this story and how Katherine as well as Hailey's parents were able to get some closure. And for Amanda, she gets a surprise from Zoe and a potential new love interest. I'm looking forward to seeing where that goes.

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

Author Carolyn Arnold is my must read author….she always delivers intense, suspenseful thriller reads that keep me on the edge of my seat. And,….staying awake all night to finish her books! All good things right?

Three Girls Gone is a very intense and nail biting read!!! It is also a very emotional read as it is about young children being kidnapped. (This can be hard to read about so be aware)
Amanda and her team are investigating the murder of a young child and can’t seem to get the answers they need. When they find similarities between this murder and a cold case from 12 years ago, things get moving fast.
Can they figure out what is going on before more children are murdered?
I was kept guessing to the end with this one.
I love Amanda and Trent as a team…though I wish “something” would happen between them..I feel the spark and connection :)
Though the subject matter was very emotional and hard to read about, Three Girls Gone was a good read that will keep you reading on and on.
I do recommend reading the series in order….sooooo much back story to the main characters you just have to do about

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

❤️ WoW ❤️ Three Girls Gone by Carolyn Arnold is the 14th book in this excellent Detective Amanda Steele crime series and what a superb series this has been. This is a series that just keeps on giving, from the very first book The Little Grave which was a 5 ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ read. It is full of twists and turns throughout, and all the characters are excellent especially Detective Amanda Steel she is the bee's knee's s they say. I just love her character.
I love the way Carolyn writes, she has a way of engaging to all her readers by drawing them in from the very first few pages and this book was no different. it was excellent and I can't wait to read her next book in the excellent Detective Amanda Steele series.

I highly recommend this book and all of Carolyn's books within the Detective Amanda Steele series they have al been
a 5 ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ read.

Big Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for my ARC.

Amanda is back for another crisis, this one a continuation of a previous storyline. The book follows its familiar storyline, with most of the same players making the rounds. The tension with Trent for me is played out - its beyond a will they, won’t they and I wish it would come to some type of resolution and conclusion. But beyond that its face past, action packed, and an easy read. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to provide my honest review.

Detective Amanda Steele is investigating a case where a young girl in a ballerina dress is laid on display on a carousel. With help from Detective Trent Stenson, her partner they take over the case from the local police. This is not the first young girl dressed like this that went missing. Amanda's friend Katherine was on a case like this, never solved. Then another girl is missing. Can there be a different ending this time? I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book.

Nonstop suspense and action is synonymous with Carolyn Arnold's Detective Amanda Steel series! The fourteenth book in the series is no less a hit than all of the rest as Amanda races against time to find a killer who is hunting little girls. The plot is well detailed and developed and brings a familiar face back into the team fold as Katherine Graves tries to help put the case that haunted her back in NYC to rest. Action packed and easy to follow, I was hooked from start to finish. I love this series so much ... I only wish Amanda and Trent would stop fighting their feelings for each other already! Highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone who loves a crime filled plot with dedicated cops on the case that don't give up until they catch their bad guy!

The title of this book in and of itself is chilling. So, as is usual for this author, the creep factor is high. That is to be expected when there is a depraved killer on the loose who preys on little girls.

Police procedurals are this author's forte, and once again she has exceeded my expectations. The pacing is perfect ad the suspense and intrigue are on par as well as they search for an unknown killer. I was fully invested and engaged in this book from the Prologue. I wanted justice for these little girls, and who better to mete out justice than two of my favorite crime fighters, Amanda Steele and Trent Stenson.

Amanda is all about justice for all. She is observant, highly intelligent, fearless and also sensitive. She has suffered loss herself, so she can relate well to victim's families. Trent grounds Amanda, especially if she is getting ready to go off the deep end. They are the perfect partners.

I also enjoy that we get to see inside the personal lives of these characters. In a series like this, I enjoy getting to know the characters on a personal level as well as the professional level. It makes them more realistic.

Amanda has a joyful breakthrough in her relationship with her adopted daughter, Zoe, which made my heart sing.

If you are looking for a well-written police procedural which also includes a cast of characters that you will love, you have found the perfect book and the perfect series. The ending was both awesome and satisfying. I look forward to the next book in this series.

Thank you to Bookouture and NetGalley for this ARC. I am leaving this review voluntarily.

For some reason my brain skipped the 4 so I thought this was book 1 in a series which is completely on me. I didn't struggle to catch up with who was who and how everyone fit together though which was great. I thought it was a solid book that kept me gripped and entertained and had a good cliff hanger at the end making me want to read the next book int he series when it come out.

Book 14 in the brilliant Detective Amanda Steele series.

This book really tears at your heartstrings. Who would want to harm innocent little girls? It's down to Amanda and her partner Trent to find out before it happens again. I loved this book and look forward to reading more.