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The Rising: Badlands Book 3–A MM Psychic Detective Romance Adventure Kindle Edition

by Morgan Brice (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 out of 5 stars 614 ratings
A big storm is brewing, there’s a killer on the loose, and the ghosts of Myrtle Beach are restless. Psychic medium Simon Kincaide and his sexy cop boyfriend, homicide detective Vic D’Amato race to stop the murders against an unholy deadline, but as they battle rising tides and risen ghosts, can they save the intended victims without getting trapped themselves?

Vic and Simon have their hands full helping the Grand Strand brace for rough surf, driving rain, and high winds as a winter storm roars toward shore. Everyone’s on edge, and rumors are rampant about sightings of Blackcoat Benny, a ghostly omen of danger, and worse, the Gallows Nine, the spirits of nine infamous criminals hanged back in the 1700s, a harbinger of disaster.

Rough tides wash the wreck of an old pirate ship into shallow waters, high winds threaten to damage an old mansion with a dark past, and the citizens of the beach town hunker down to ride out the storm.

As the skies grow dark and the sea turns wild, several men from prominent local families end up dead under suspicious circumstances. Simon’s premonition confirms Vic’s gut feeling—the killing is just getting started. As Simon tries to reach out to the spirits of the murdered men to help the investigation, he’s attacked by malicious ghosts that don’t want anyone getting in the way of their long-overdue vengeance.

With the storm hammering the coast, and new victims piling up, Simon is certain that the sins and secrets of the past are coming due. Can he and Vic find the killer without becoming ghosts themselves?

The Rising is a fast-paced thrill ride MM paranormal romance packed with supernatural suspense, hurt/comfort, found family, pirate ghosts, haunted mansions, a developing established relationship, magic, spooky chills and sexy thrills!

Book Three in the Badlands series. The Rising is intended for readers 18 years of age and older.

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Speaking of listening, Kale Williams continues to be the series narrator and I think hea (TM)s a fab fit. He gets the regional accents for those from the Myrtle Beach area and gives each character a distinct voice thata (TM)s easy to know whoa (TM)s narrating or talking.-- "Delighted Reader"

About the Author

Morgan Brice is the author of the Badlands series and the Witchbane series.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07NQQ8Z6H
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Darkwind Press
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 13, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.1 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 228 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1939704863
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  • Book 3 of 7 ‏ : ‎ Badlands
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    4.5 out of 5 stars 614 ratings

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Morgan Brice is the romance pen name of bestselling author Gail Z. Martin. Morgan writes urban fantasy MM paranormal romance, with plenty of action, adventure and supernatural thrills to go with the happily ever after. Gail writes epic and urban fantasy, with less romance, more explosions.

All of the modern-day Morgan Brice and Gail Z. Martin series crossover, so characters from one series appear in cameos and on page in important secondary roles in books from other series. Each book can be read as a standalone, but the more you read the more the expanded universe of friendships and connections becomes clear.

Morgan and Gail believe that paranormal elements make any story even better, and her worlds are full of ghosts, psychics, shifters, creatures, vampires, monster hunters, and magic.

She's also a huge fan of the TV show Supernatural. (Chibi art by Kamidiox)

Find Morgan at www.MorganBrice.com and her reader group at www.facebook.com/groups/WorldsOfMorganBrice

She's @MorganBriceBook on Twitter, @MorganBriceAuthor on Instagram, and can also be found on Bookbub, Goodreads and Pinterest (as GZMartin).

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Customers enjoy the mystery content of the book, particularly its mix of ghost story elements and multiple plot facets. They appreciate the engaging characters, with one customer highlighting the evolving relationship between Simon and Vic. The book receives positive feedback for its readability and writing quality, with one customer noting it can be read as a stand-alone.

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17 customers mention "Mystery content"17 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the mystery content of the book, particularly its mix of magic and mystery elements, with multiple facets to the plot and good ghost story elements.

"...The plot had many facets that Brice tied together in an entertaining and interesting way, and the relationship between Simon and Vic continues to be..." Read more

"...Multiple steamy scenes help temper the scary ghosts." Read more

"...Characters you wish were friends, a storyline that weaves the magic with the action, never jostled out of the story's world. More, please..." Read more

"...Fantastic mystery and the characters are very real in their emotions and fear!..." Read more

8 customers mention "Character development"8 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the engaging characters in the book, with one customer particularly appreciating the evolving relationship between Simon and Vic, while another notes the great chemistry between them.

"...Characters you wish were friends, a storyline that weaves the magic with the action, never jostled out of the story's world. More, please..." Read more

"...Fantastic mystery and the characters are very real in their emotions and fear!..." Read more

"...The supporting cast was as always excellent. The setting of the book really makes me want to visit Myrtle Beach." Read more

"...scenes, which continue to be hot as hell, but also the love between the two main characters, which especially shines through when one of them is in..." Read more

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Customers find the book readable.

"Every part of a great read included, sharp imagery places you right in the thick of action, suspense, and passion...." Read more

"...Each worried about the other. While I thought this was a good book, I didn’t really connect to the main characters this time...." Read more

"These books are amazing they just keep you on the edge the entire ride!..." Read more

"...They are a great pair. Definitely recommend this. As great as Morgan's other books. She writes fast too. I'd give it ten stars if I could." Read more

4 customers mention "Writing quality"4 positive0 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, with one noting it can be read as a stand-alone.

"...Badlands series #2. Paranormal M-M romantic mystery. Can be read as a stand-alone...." Read more

"...Such great writing and I love all the secondary characters as well they really all bring the story together." Read more

"...I listened to the audio version and Kale Williams was as usual, an awesome narrator! Can’t wait for the next installment in this series!" Read more

"Such a great author! Love the story!" Read more

3 customers mention "Work quality"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the work quality of the book, with several noting it's a great pair, and one mentioning that the characters work well together.

"...Keep up the great work, Morgan Brice! Can't wait for the next one!" Read more

"...Simon and Vic work so well together to solve the cases they find themselves in the middle of...." Read more

"Love having a new novel of Simon and Vic again. Great pair that really care about each other and love how they catch bad guys helping people and..." Read more

The Rising
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The Rising
The Rising by Morgan Brice Badlands series #2. Paranormal M-M romantic mystery. Can be read as a stand-alone. There have been a number of suicides in the beach community off Myrtle Beach. Investigating because the latest family insists the victim would not have killed himself, Homicide detective Vic D’Amato feels uneasy at the crime scene. Having been told to pay attention to those instincts, he asks boyfriend and psychic Simon Kincaide for help. At the crime scene, Simon is attacked by a vicious ghost which sends the investigation down a historical path of vengeance. Creepy and violent ghosts have Simon and Vic rushing to prevent the next victim while they also cement their newish relationship. Salt plays an important protective break of the paranormal. Multiple steamy scenes help temper the scary ghosts.
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  • Sarah M.
    5.0 out of 5 stars P-p-pirate Ghosts!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2019
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    I voluntarily reviewed this after receiving a free copy.

    Between a winter storm bearing down on Myrtle Beach, a string of suicides that might be murders, visions of pirates and privateers, and a poltergeist troubling the construction crew at a local historical manor, psychic medium Simon and his homicide detective boyfriend Vic have a lot on their plates this time around. The action was well paced and as always I couldn't wait to see what would happen next with Simon, Vic, and friends.

    With The Rising, Morgan Brice delivered another page turner that kept me engaged and reading until the wee hours of the morning. I enjoyed this story just as much as the previous Badlands installations. The plot had many facets that Brice tied together in an entertaining and interesting way, and the relationship between Simon and Vic continues to be believable and compelling (not to mention steamy).

    Keep up the great work, Morgan Brice! Can't wait for the next one!
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  • Madison W Fairbanks
    4.0 out of 5 stars The Rising
    Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2023
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    The Rising by Morgan Brice
    Badlands series #2. Paranormal M-M romantic mystery. Can be read as a stand-alone.
    There have been a number of suicides in the beach community off Myrtle Beach. Investigating because the latest family insists the victim would not have killed himself, Homicide detective Vic D’Amato feels uneasy at the crime scene. Having been told to pay attention to those instincts, he asks boyfriend and psychic Simon Kincaide for help. At the crime scene, Simon is attacked by a vicious ghost which sends the investigation down a historical path of vengeance.

    Creepy and violent ghosts have Simon and Vic rushing to prevent the next victim while they also cement their newish relationship. Salt plays an important protective break of the paranormal. Multiple steamy scenes help temper the scary ghosts.
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    Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2023
    The Rising by Morgan Brice
    Badlands series #2. Paranormal M-M romantic mystery. Can be read as a stand-alone.
    There have been a number of suicides in the beach community off Myrtle Beach. Investigating because the latest family insists the victim would not have killed himself, Homicide detective Vic D’Amato feels uneasy at the crime scene. Having been told to pay attention to those instincts, he asks boyfriend and psychic Simon Kincaide for help. At the crime scene, Simon is attacked by a vicious ghost which sends the investigation down a historical path of vengeance.

    Creepy and violent ghosts have Simon and Vic rushing to prevent the next victim while they also cement their newish relationship. Salt plays an important protective break of the paranormal. Multiple steamy scenes help temper the scary ghosts.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Wild as a story sea, sweet as Southern tea
    Reviewed in the United States on June 22, 2022
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    Every part of a great read included, sharp imagery places you right in the thick of action, suspense, and passion. Characters you wish were friends, a storyline that weaves the magic with the action, never jostled out of the story's world. More, please...
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  • SE
    5.0 out of 5 stars Hot detective, powerful psychic medium - will they survive?!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2019
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    There are men killing themselves but are they? Vic has been assigned a case in which the family believe the victim was murdered instead of being a suicide victim. Simon is working on a haunted mansion which is being renovated endangering the lives of the workers. As these cases collide, Vic and Simon are trying to adjust to living together and the fears they have for each other’s dangers in their profession.

    Fantastic mystery and the characters are very real in their emotions and fear! Morgan Brice has hit another one out of the ball park, building on the first book, Badlands! You’ll love Vic and Simon and the colorful characters which support them!
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  • R Keebler
    4.0 out of 5 stars A ghost whisperer and a cop are entertaining
    Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2019
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    Simon is a real life ghost hunter. He has a lot going on. An old shipwreck that possibly was a pirate ship and an old mansion with lots of ghosts. Some of the ghosts are malevolent. Vic is dealing with several suicides that really aren’t. As the bodies start to pile up, both men are drawn into the mysteries, deeper than they want to be. Each worried about the other.

    While I thought this was a good book, I didn’t really connect to the main characters this time. Their sleuthing was interesting and the baddies were good ones. The supporting cast was as always excellent. The setting of the book really makes me want to visit Myrtle Beach.
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  • Darrell Grizzle
    5.0 out of 5 stars Ghostly Mystery, Action, and Romance
    Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2019
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    Ghost pirates! Boo hags! Unexplainable suicides that might actually be murders! The Badlands series continues to captivate, with well-written plots and engaging characters. Morgan Brice has a gift for getting it right where gay relationships are concerned. Not just the sex scenes, which continue to be hot as hell, but also the love between the two main characters, which especially shines through when one of them is in the hospital after a serious injury. The cameo appearances from characters in other series by Morgan Brice (aka Gail Z. Martin) add to the sense of community and belongingness that underlies all of her urban fantasy novels. Recommended for all who love ghostly mystery, action, and romance.
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  • Calila
    3.0 out of 5 stars Decent but frustrating.
    Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2019
    Received ARC from the author in exchange for an honest review

    Decent read. I enjoy the world this is set in, I love the ghosts and how present that aspect always is. The characters are still likable. They're a solid couple finding their way after moving in together and working together. The mystery is okay, however I couldn't understand why they couldn't connect the cases sooner when they had the key information since literally the first chapter (IIRC). It was sooo frustrating. It really put a damper on my enjoyment, hence the rating. Yes, it was that irksome. But other than that I have no complaints about the story.
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  • Molly Otto
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another great read
    Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2022
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    These books are amazing they just keep you on the edge the entire ride! Cannot wait to see what Simon, Vic and rest of the Myrtle Beach crew are up to in the next book
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  • Crystallillian
    5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 21, 2023
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    Absolutely loved this book and the characters. Such a good plot with romance, steam, fluff, ghost, action and mother nature making life difficult. Definitely going to get the next one.
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  • julianna
    4.0 out of 5 stars 👮‍♂️👬Vic & Simon 👬👻
    Reviewed in Australia on May 27, 2024
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    The Rising loved the pirate storyline 🏴‍☠️
    Simon once again been a bad#ss. Every book has an awesome storyline! 💪
    Again, great work, Morgan 👍
    I read & listened, and narrator Kale Williams has done an excellent read. 🎧🌟
    Story: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    Spice: 🌶🌶🌶.5
    Characters: 📚📚📚📚
    #VicAndSimon #MorganBrice #KaleWilliams #TheRising #ClairvoyantAndCop #MM #MustRead
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  • Nunu
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another great read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 19, 2019
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    I enjoy all of Morgan Brice's books. I started with Badlands and that lead me to the equally good Witchbane series. Read the books in order and you will find out what happens on Valentine's day after this book ends.
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