Blood Ties by Lori G. Armstrong

“Hard-drinking, chain-smoking P.I. Julie Collins has a fascinating, multidimensional personality, as do all the characters in this story. Armstrong's writing continues to be fresh and exciting in the second book of this series.” 4 ½ Stars, Romantic Times BOOKClub Reviews

“Hallowed Ground is a book that will keep you interested from page one; all the twist and turns will have you on the edge of your seat…Armstrong will definitely go on top of my list of authors to watch out for in the future.” Tammy Adams, reviewer, novelspot.net

“...if you prefer your heroine to be a little on the dark side, especially one who likes to smoke, drink, engage in the occasional sexcapade, and knows how to kick some ass with little fear, this highly engaging and fearless PI fits the bill. Armstrong has created in Julie one of the more captivating and emotionally charged female characters to come along in awhile…plenty of suspense…with the whole package being one glorious adventure.” Newmysteryreader.com

“…superb thriller in which the politics of casinos are right out of Abramoff headlines.” Harriet Klausner

"...a fascinating tale of intrigue that will sweep you into a world of horror and suspense."
NY Times Best Selling author, Clive Cussler

TOP PICK 4 1/2 stars! "This engrossing tale of murder and deceit- with
its razor-sharp characterization and well-defined sense of place- delivers from
beginning to end." Romantic Times BOOKclub Magazine

"Tough, sensitive and smart, Julie Collins is a welcome addition to the private eye genre. In BLOOD TIES she breaks all the rules."
Stephanie Kane, mystery author and winner of the 2004 Colorado Book Award for Best Mystery, EXTREME INDIFFERENCE.

"I highly, highly recommend Ms. Armstrong's debut...she provides plenty of edge of your seat reading."
Kristi Ahlers, top reviewer, amazon.com and bn.com.

"BLOOD TIES is a gripping debut mystery, vividly set in The Black Hills of South Dakota."
Kathleen Taylor, amazon.com top-seller, and author of THE HOTEL SOUTH DAKOTA in the Tory Bauer mystery series.

"BLOOD TIES is a roller coaster ride of danger and excitement that will have your heart pumping and your emotions twisting like a wet dish rag."
Rated 5 out of 5, Romance Junkies.

"...is a gritty, violent novel...will keep readers on the edge of their seats turning the pages. If you want to walk on the seamier side with a good murder mystery, you will enjoy BLOOD TIES."
Marilyn Heyman, Romance Reviews Today

"Lori G. Armstrong provides a fabulous mystery starring an intriguing protagonist with a climax that will stun the audience."
Harriet Klausner, #1 reviewer, bn.com, amazon.com.

"BLOOD TIES by Lori G. Armstrong is a thrilling roller of a mystery that taunts you to try and solve the riddle. The suspense was superb, keeping you glued to the page. Your subconscious urging you to read just one more page, get one more piece of the puzzle."
In The Library Review