I wish I had read the first books in the series before this as there was so much back story which was relevant to this plot. The author gradually reveals this, but I was a bit confused at times and, as the plot is fast paced, the slow reveal was a bit of a nuisance. It’s a terrific read in terms of action and thrills, all set within the context of a shut-down campus during a natural disaster.

I have read the first two books in the Leigh Brody FBI Mystery series and really liked them. The Killer She Knew is book 3 in the series, and I had a difficult time getting through this one. I'm not sure if it was Leigh ruminating about events that occurred 18 years ago or the character of Marshal Ford that bothered me the most. I didn't like the interactions with Leigh and Ford.

I did like to see more of Ava this time around, but she was quite a rebellious teenager.

Overall, there were some good parts and good twists and turns to the surprising ending. I look forward to more in this series.

I would still recommend this book even though it was not my favorite. I would recommend this author and this series.

#TheKillerSheKnew #NetGalley @Stormbooks_co

Nichole Severn is back with her third Leigh Brody crime thriller. In The Killer She Knew, the FBI agent is summoned back to her New Hampshire alma mater to investigate the murder of a college student. The twist? The murder bears striking similarities to another on-campus murder, eighteen years earlier - one that Leigh has ties to and that has haunted her ever since. Leigh is determined to fix her past mistakes and uncover the truth, but of course it won't be easy. As a hurricane wreaks havoc and more bodies drop, a killer (or is it killers?) lurks, and Leigh is quickly running out of time. This was definitely a page-turning, pulse-pounding story, though I had my suspicions early on. Severn throws in red herrings and twists to keep the reader guessing (and second-guessing, third-guessing...). I do hope Severn continues with this series!

Thank you to Storm Publishing and Netgalley for the arc.
Pub date Feb 2025
When the body of twenty-one-year-old Alice Dietz is found in the courtyard of her alma mater, FBI agent Leigh Brody feels as though a nightmare has come to life. Eighteen years ago, another girl was killed in the same way as Alice. And Leigh gave a false alibi to protect the man she loved from murder charges. She believed his claim of innocence, until he vanished from her life…
Has he resurfaced after all these years?
This is a stunning example of the perfectly written crime thriller. Exceptional writing and gripping from the start.
It's tense and involved with just the right pace and a wealth of criminology knowledge by the author.
An outstanding book to add to your tbr.
Kerry Kennedy Author

This was a one sitting read for me! I had read the previous books so I was looking forward to reading this one. It didn't disappoint. Trapped during a storm and trying to look after her daughter, while searching for a murderer kept Leigh busy. I had my suspicions over who I thought the killer was and I was actually right (I did question my opinion frequently). There were clues to point towards who it was (easy to say now I've finished it). I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book

Leigh Brody, committed to her job and to helping others, adopted the daughter of her best friend who is in prison.
Called out to a murder scene that may solve a murder that took place Eighteen years ago.

For once, Leigh's instincts let her down, hoodwinked by someone she trusted implicitly. We can't all be perfect all of the time.

This is a book that will send shivers down your spine, full of twists and shocks.
Emotional and heartrending, Leigh's first concern is for her daughter.

Thanks to Netgalley and Storm Publishing for the DRC.

FBI agent Leigh Brody travels back to her old university to a crime scene she knows all too well. The victim is left in the same manner as a crime committed years before. Is there a copycat killer or is the original killer back again? I am a fan of the Agent Leigh Brody series (this being the third book) but this was not for me. Usually action packed, I just couldn’t get over Leigh’s unprofessional actions in this story (taking a minor to a crime scene, having a love affair at a crime scene) and the author did a great job of making me dislike Ava (a character who made her debut in the previous book). I’ve never like the unruly rebellious teen trope (who is the parent/adult?) but I found Ava unbearable and waned to skip over any part that included her. There are quite a few suspects to leave you guessing, but I had an hunch about halfway through and it was right. It is a quick read and although it is third in the series, can be read as a standalone with a few references to the previous book.

If you love a good pulse-pounding thriller I HIGHLY recommend the Leigh Brody series by Nichole Severn.

This is the 3rd in the series and FBI agent Leigh Brody is back investigating a true nightmare. A young woman's body is found at Leigh's alma mater, and this isnt the first. Leigh is once again haunted by her past (Ms. Severn is an expert at making the thrills compound as little bits and pieces unravel)

Just when it doesn't feel atmospheric and tense enough- a hurricane hits and causes all communication to shut down. With yet another young woman missing, Leigh must rely on herself and her wits to prevent another death.

This was intense- even more so than the last in the series (The Vanishing Wife- also a 5 star read)
and I couldn't put it down. The isolation from the weather heightened my nerves and was a perfect setting for this thriller.
Due out in February of 2025, I thank NetGalley and Storm Publishing for the opportunity to read and review prior to publication.

The third installment of Nichole Severn's Leigh Brody FBI Series has Leigh returning to her alma mater to help solve a murder that is identical to one that occurred when Leigh was a student. And, it's not just Leigh traveling to New Hampshire, she has her newly adopted, 15-year-old daughter, Ava, in tow... and Ava would rather be anywhere else than with Leigh. Working along side US Marshall, Max Ford, Leigh immediately notices the smiliarities to the murder committed years ago - one that she provided the alibi for. She lied to police, stating she was with Dean, to eliminate him as a suspect - and then he disappeared from her life. Leigh is certain that Dean is back on campus and murdering co-eds. She works with her former mentor, only to find he's not all she remembered him to be, and he becomes another victim. The story is told with flashbacks to Leigh and Dean's relationships intersperced with the duo trying to solve the current murders. Oh, and did I mention that the university is under a shelter-in-place notification due to the hurricane bearing down on them - and they have no power. This is such a fabulous series - I look forward to each and every book. A huge thank you to Storm Publishing for an advanced reader of this book - the opinions expressed are my own.

What a good read! Fast-paced, lots of action, unexpected murders, then some expected, I guessed who the murderer was, Leigh should have guessed sooner. Her fight skills are impressive! I like the realistic fight scene; there is no way a woman is going to win going toe to toe with a man who is in peak condition; that is reality, and I appreciate it being well-written; Leigh doesn't come off as being whipped; she comes out as a fighter! I appreciate being able to read this Arc, I enjoyed it immensely and can't wait until the next episode. I highly recommend it. Thank you #Nicole Severn #TheKillerSheKnew #Netgalley
carolintallahassee

I absolutely loved this one despite guessing everything from the beginningish but it’s my first time being right in this series so I’m truly stoked about it! This was super good and I love Leigh’s character so much.

I hope there’s a next one so we can go deeper into her and Deans relationship and also Ava’s.

Intense murder mystery - hurricane, no power, trapped together, and the body count rises. Great characters really make everything work, and many tense moments make it relentless. Great series! (And even if you guess something, you will still get some surprises!)

The girl’s blonde hair fans across the ground like a halo, her soft brown eyes staring blankly up at the stormy sky. Leigh’s heart beats painfully in her chest as she takes in the scene. Is this her fault, could she have saved this girl?! Great read! This book had great suspense, intriguing, murder, mystery, a good who done it and some crazy twists and turns! The story was very interesting! I highly recommend reading this book! Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for sharing this book with me!

When the body of twenty-one-year-old Alice Dietz is found in the courtyard of her alma mater, FBI agent Leigh Brody feels as though a nightmare has come to life. Eighteen years ago, another girl was killed in the same way as Alice. Has he resurfaced after all these years?
This was the third in the series of Leigh Brody, and I thoroughly enjoyed it as much as the other two. Leigh teaming up with FBI Agent Ford added to the mystique (and the romance) as they solved the case together at Leigh’s alma mater. I am anxious to read the fourth book in the series!