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CATCH ME (EMBRYO: A Raney & Levine Thriller, Book 4) Kindle Edition

by J.A. Schneider (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 out of 5 stars 1,108 ratings
A terrifying serial killer who just targets couples, and leaves taunting notes for the NYPD signed CATCH ME... At a loss, police request the help of doctors Jill Raney and David Levine, police friends and detectives on their own. Both have helped when cops' hands are tied, or in ways that even police forensics never imagined.

But this killer, a sharp shooter, is always a step ahead. He wears gloves and disguises, shoots victim pairs at random with an unregistered gun, and leaves no physical evidence or eyewitnesses. His only weakness: jealousy to hear that David is also a crack shot, and a creepy interest in the couple's adopted little son, Jesse, almost one year old, dubbed by the media "the miracle baby," and already showing signs that he is as intuitive as his mother...

The killer draws closer, gripping New York City and the entire nation in horror, pulling Jill and David into the worst terror they have yet encountered.
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    EMBRYO - A Raney & Levine Thriller
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  4. Publication date
    September 8, 2014
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"These Embryo thrillers start with the first sentence!" The Reading Cafe
"Another brilliant addition to the Embryo Series!" Readers Favorite
"One of the best thriller series I've read in years. Cannot wait for the next installment!" Hillel Kaminsky

From the Author

J.A. (Joyce Anne) Schneider is a former writer at Newsweek. Once a Liberal Arts major (French Lit), she has become increasingly fascinated with medicine and forensic science. Decades of being married to a physician who loves explaining medical concepts and reliving his experiences means there'll be medical concepts even in "regular" thrillers that she writes. She lives with her family in Connecticut, USA, and loves to hear from her readers. Email her at joyce@jaschneiderauthor.net or come say hi at facebook.com/joyce.schneider.142?fref=ts 

Series order:
  • Embryo ..... Is a malignant genius tinkering with women's bodies?
  • Embryo 2: Crosshairs ... A killer stalks women & an unborn baby.
  • Embryo 3: Raney & Levine...A murderous religious zealot threatens women ("sinners!") and a newborn.
  • Embryo 4: Catch Me ... A serial killer just targets couples.
  • Embryo 5: Silver Girl ... A beautiful young TV star dies mysteriously...
  • EMBRYO 6: RAZOR SHARP: A Jack the Ripper type killer is murdering male prostitutes, with the exception of one vulnerable young woman. Why? Police ask Jill and David to help investigate...

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00NFZK7P0
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ R.G. Schneider, M.D.; 1st edition (September 8, 2014)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 8, 2014
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.5 MB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 195 pages
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Joyce Schneider is a former writer at Newsweek and the author of multiple murder mysteries and psychological thrillers. She has studied at the Sorbonne and been an exchange student in the Soviet Union. Now her idea of more than enough excitement is writing thrillers and gardening (chasing off deer and using a crowbar to get out stubborn rocks). She lives with her family and two funny dachshunds in Connecticut. To write Joyce or find more of her thrillers, check out jaschneiderauthor dot net. Thanks for reading!

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Customers enjoy reading this book from cover to cover, finding it a fast-paced thriller that keeps them riveted from start to finish. The medical content receives positive feedback for its accurate medical information, and customers appreciate the well-developed characters, with one review specifically highlighting the heroes Jill and David Levine. The writing quality receives mixed reviews, with some finding it well written while others note odd grammar.

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66 customers mention "Readability"62 positive4 negative

Customers find the book highly readable, enjoying it from cover to cover and describing it as an addicting series.

"This entire thrilling series features masterful storytelling and terrific characters...." Read more

"Good and interesting!" Read more

"A 'fair-enough' read but rather repetitive about situations and 'feelings'...." Read more

"...'s a doctor and can get a few things done differently and faster.. Great book.. Great series... Good finale!" Read more

62 customers mention "Suspenseful story"62 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the suspenseful story of the book, describing it as an exciting plot with twists and turns that kept them engaged throughout.

"This entire thrilling series features masterful storytelling and terrific characters...." Read more

"Good and interesting!" Read more

"...An exciting read that keeps your attention from the first page to the last. I can't wait for more in this series." Read more

"Embryo 4 continues the story of Jill and David and is just as action packed and thrilling as the first three...." Read more

29 customers mention "Character development"25 positive4 negative

Customers love the characters in the book, with one customer particularly appreciating the serial character twists and another highlighting the heroes Jill and David Levine.

"...Every character is well rounded and multidimensional and I especially love the way Jill and David interact with and support each another...." Read more

"...I continue to be impressed at the unique story line and the amazing character development...." Read more

"...Loved the characters but what really struck me was the skillful juxtaposition of good and evil throughout the book, embodied in doctors Jill Raney..." Read more

"...David Levine & Jill Raney are well-developed characters. They have helped when the police have been at a loss...." Read more

20 customers mention "Pacing"20 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the pacing of the book, describing it as a fast and easy read that keeps attention from the first page.

"...An exciting read that keeps your attention from the first page to the last. I can't wait for more in this series." Read more

"...A riveting, perfectly paced medical thriller that is a smooth read...." Read more

"...is great for those of us with med backgrounds, and yet not boring for those without; the character building is excellent to the point that you feel..." Read more

"...Tight and fast paced race against time to solve another puzzle for these 2 physicians/detective duo. I am looking forward to Book #5." Read more

11 customers mention "Medical content"11 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the medical content of the book, finding it informative and accurate, with one customer particularly enjoying the medical mysteries.

"...I especially enjoy the medical mysteries! Thanks so much for a great read!" Read more

"...Finally took the free book offer and was fascinated by the content, plot and characters...." Read more

"...Reasons: it's very medical, meaning, you go into detail on procedures and surgeries which is great for those of us with med backgrounds, and yet..." Read more

"...I enjoy the medical issues of the patients in the book and Jill/David's story lines along with Jesse's...." Read more

8 customers mention "Attention span"8 positive0 negative

Customers find the book engaging, with several noting it holds attention until the end, and one mentioning it's hard to put down at night.

"...Schneider sure has a talent for hooking you right in and keeping you interested until the end...." Read more

"...Just sleep. This book kept me up past midnight, the action is non-stop and the story intense from the first pages...." Read more

"...Really hard to stop reading it at night. I will be sure to read more books by J. A. Schneider." Read more

"I liked everything about this book! Great book! Kept me going from page to page to find out what happened next!..." Read more

7 customers mention "Believable"5 positive2 negative

Customers find the book believable, with one describing it as a real page turner.

"...with their coworkers in the hospital (and police department) seem genuine and one can easily understand their close relationship...." Read more

"I loved this thriller's backdrop. The characters are interesting and realistic. Upon finishing this novel I wanted more!..." Read more

"...interesting, but the main characters in my opinion were too perfect to be believable...." Read more

"Loving this series, if you like medical dramas that are more true to life then you'll love this entire series, looking forward to more!!!" Read more

18 customers mention "Writing quality"11 positive7 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the writing quality of the book, with some finding it well written while others note issues with odd grammar.

"...A well-written novel with a riveting story line, great characters and tension you can cut with a knife." Read more

"A 'fair-enough' read but rather repetitive about situations and 'feelings'...." Read more

"This is a well-written novel with interesting characters; I remember being momentarily annoyed at times, but the story compelled me on...." Read more

"...Her books are beautifully written and are always heart-stopping exciting and thrilling...." Read more

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  • Hillel Kaminsky
    5.0 out of 5 stars One of the Best Thriller Series I've Read in Years. Cannot Wait for the Next Installment.
    Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2014
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    This entire thrilling series features masterful storytelling and terrific characters. Every character is well rounded and multidimensional and I especially love the way Jill and David interact with and support each another. Their friendship with their coworkers in the hospital (and police department) seem genuine and one can easily understand their close relationship.

    In this book, Jill Raney and David Levine continue to assist the local police in cases involving sex crimes during their (respective) OBGYN internship and residency at Madison Hospital. Jill remains a better detective than the entire rest of the police department and one wonders how the cops are able to solve any cases without her assistance.

    Their latest case involves “The Couples Killer” who, as the name suggests, primarily targets people in a relationship. Jill and David realize that the killer began his crime spree with one target in mind and grew addicted to murder and the attention that it brought him. Indeed one of the focuses of the book is the narcissistic need for killers to bask in the spotlight, to the extent that they are irrationally jealous of anyone who takes attention away from them. (I’m very much in tune with this sentiment and I’ve often felt that the media’s circus-like coverage of “sensational” crimes spurs further crimes to be committed).

    Jill and David’s adopted son Jesse is now almost one year old and is remarkably advanced for his age. The hospital plans to show him off for publicity purposes and to gain additional research money to develop artificial wombs. This focuses attention on Jill and David and they quickly become targets of the killer. In a dramatic showdown, they must contend with a killer of unknown appearance who is also a master of disguise.

    NOTE: If you haven't read the first three books, do yourself a favor and start with book one. Although the 4th book can stand alone, you'll appreciate it more if you've read the series from the beginning.
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  • Amazon Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
    Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2016
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    Good and interesting!
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  • Michellel701
    5.0 out of 5 stars A great series.
    Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2014
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    Ms. Schneider doesn't disappoint with the fourth book in the Embryo series. A killer is targeting couples and one of the victims becomes their patient. As the police are trying to solve the case, they ask Jill and David to help. Next thing they know the killer wants to play a game of Catch Me with them. As their adopted son, Jesse's first birthday approaches, the media is anxiously waiting to see him and how he is growing. Being in the spotlight again only adds to the game for the killer. An exciting read that keeps your attention from the first page to the last. I can't wait for more in this series.
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  • Bevan
    3.0 out of 5 stars fair enough...
    Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2015
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    A 'fair-enough' read but rather repetitive about situations and 'feelings'.
    I'd call this a 'skimmer' as there is lots of extraneous padding that add nothing to the actual story - so: just 'skim' all those bits to get back to the story. The telling gets side-tracked into tales about cute kids and medical explanations which do nothing for the basic plot.
    I read it on a flight.
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  • TMBorgwardt
    5.0 out of 5 stars Incredible Doctor Duo Crime Fighters!
    Reviewed in the United States on October 12, 2014
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    Embryo 4 continues the story of Jill and David and is just as action packed and thrilling as the first three.

    There is a new killer out there, 'the couples killer' as he strikes down couples. Jill and David get pulled into the case when a pregnant woman, and victim of the couple's killer survives.

    I continue to be impressed at the unique story line and the amazing character development. I remember reading the first book and watching Jill and David's relationship just developing and now here they are, married and with an adopted son who turns 1 in this 4th installment. Their relationship is what everyone dreams of filled with love, understanding and passion. They are each others anchor in stressful situations.

    As the serial killer becomes braver and the killings keep coming, David and Jill work closely with the police to bring this madman to justice. A few close calls, and putting their own lives on the line, the doctor duo does what it takes to bring the bad guys to justice. They are careful, but they are not afraid of putting themselves out there if it means saving innocent people.

    A riveting, perfectly paced medical thriller that is a smooth read. Schneider sure has a talent for hooking you right in and keeping you interested until the end. I know I have a difficult time putting the book down until I am done.

    I enjoy, as always, seeing where David and Jill are headed and hope to read many more stories about this crime fighting doctor duo in the future!
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  • Lottie Capps
    4.0 out of 5 stars Wow
    Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2019
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    Never read one with this subject matter, intriguing. Too bad some people wreck havoc just this way, you are waiting to find out what is next but afraid of what it will be.
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  • LindaAnn
    5.0 out of 5 stars Loved this gripping pedal-to-the-metal thriller, what a ride!
    Reviewed in the United States on October 21, 2015
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    I saw this book on Twitter, the unusual covers in the Embryo series caught my eye. Even though I don’t normally read thrillers, the reviews were fantastic, so I thought what have I got to lose?

    Just sleep.

    This book kept me up past midnight, the action is non-stop and the story intense from the first pages. Loved the characters but what really struck me was the skillful juxtaposition of good and evil throughout the book, embodied in doctors Jill Raney and David Levine, their amazing son Jesse and a deranged killer. The author deftly pivots from the killer’s malevolent mindset to the boundless love Jill and David have for their son, and warm camaraderie with hospital colleagues. This thread runs through every chapter, ratcheting up the suspense. In one scene in the hospital cafeteria, Jill, David and their colleagues discuss the “Couples Killer” unaware that he is watching them from across the room.

    Jill and David feverishly work to solve the case, becoming targets of the “Couples Killer” in the process. Against this ominous backdrop, the hospital is planning a major symposium to showcase their one-year-old adopted son Jesse, a miracle baby developed outside of a uterus.

    A well-written novel with a riveting story line, great characters and tension you can cut with a knife.
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  • Kindle Customer
    3.0 out of 5 stars Good lightweight thriller
    Reviewed in Australia on July 7, 2015
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    I haven't come across Raney and Levine before so went into book 4 cold turkey. A lot of characters to keep track off and it stretched my belief that the police would let hospital staff interfere so much. The final attack was telegraphed so much that it spoilt any element of surprise.
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  • venkateswaran
    4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
    Reviewed in India on June 3, 2016
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    nice to read
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  • Denise McCallum
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in Canada on July 16, 2015
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    Great read to pastime
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  • Beathag
    5.0 out of 5 stars I love this series.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 15, 2014
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    I purchased my copy of "Embryo 4 ~ Catch Me" the minute that I received notification that it was available, started reading it that night and finished it within 24 hours. I LOVED it!

    This is such a brilliant series. I have followed the characters from the beginning and feel like they're old friends now.

    The author writes in a fast paced, fun, intriguing way that pulls the reader right into the story. Chapters are short which makes you keen to keep on reading until you reach the conclusion.

    I loved watching how the characters supported each other in this book. Jill and David have such a compassionate relationship and their love for their adopted son, Jesse, shines throughout.

    I am delighted to hear that the story will be continuing into a Fifth book. I will be clicking as soon as soon as it hits Amazon.

    J.A. Schneider is a top favourite author of mine and I can highly recommend this series, it's fab!
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  • Pat
    4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting and Informative
    Reviewed in Canada on April 18, 2017
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    This book is well written, keeps you wanting to read more. I would encourage other readers to read this book.
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