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Fredericks pulled Chris' head over to his shoulder and put his
arm around her. They were no strangers to violence, as both
had been investigating murders and serial killings for a number
of years, but it was one of the few times they actually had to
watch the killings take place. It was the most unspeakable act
either of them had ever seen.
Made it much easier to solve the case, yet somehow, they were
happy to not usually have it so good.
arm around her. They were no strangers to violence, as both
had been investigating murders and serial killings for a number
of years, but it was one of the few times they actually had to
watch the killings take place. It was the most unspeakable act
either of them had ever seen.
Made it much easier to solve the case, yet somehow, they were
happy to not usually have it so good.
BLOOD BETRAYAL
I COVERED MY
NEPHEW'S BODY WITH
MY JACKET AND TRIED
TO CALM MY BROTHER.
NEPHEW'S BODY WITH
MY JACKET AND TRIED
TO CALM MY BROTHER.
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Ever after that incident in particular,
the people of Herat and the
surrounding villages feared my
brother like they feared wild animals.
Whenever Dimitri stepped in, it was
like a German shepherd jumping out
of a K-9 officer's patrol car. No more
running, no more hiding, no more
lying, no hands in pockets... nobody
even breathed too loud.
the people of Herat and the
surrounding villages feared my
brother like they feared wild animals.
Whenever Dimitri stepped in, it was
like a German shepherd jumping out
of a K-9 officer's patrol car. No more
running, no more hiding, no more
lying, no hands in pockets... nobody
even breathed too loud.
Murder just adds more problems to one's already problem riddled life. "Blood Betrayal" tells the story of Dimitri
Magnussen, a disturbed man wanted for murder. A sheriff out to find the killer of his friends believes Dimitri is the
one responsible, and along the way the truth only becomes more and more muddled. A riveting story of human
nature, and the cloud of innocence and guilt, "Blood Betrayal" is a very recommended read that shouldn't be ignored.
Margaret Lane, The Midwest Book Review
Magnussen, a disturbed man wanted for murder. A sheriff out to find the killer of his friends believes Dimitri is the
one responsible, and along the way the truth only becomes more and more muddled. A riveting story of human
nature, and the cloud of innocence and guilt, "Blood Betrayal" is a very recommended read that shouldn't be ignored.
Margaret Lane, The Midwest Book Review
There are certain elements that, for me, create an especially compelling piece of dramatic fiction. If
the book features episodes of violence or fear that are just as powerful for their psychological effect
as they are for the acts themselves, I’m going to be drawn to the story. I have a great appreciation
for writing that really explores what is occurring in a person’s mind, no matter how twisted. When
this complicated sense of terror is found within the context of family relationships, the plot becomes
even more captivating. First-time author Mike Thompson captures both of these features with his
gripping new release Blood Betrayal.
Blood Betrayal details the story of Dimitri Magnussen, a veteran who is suffering from post-traumatic
stress disorder following seven years in the Special Forces, and the murder spree that he embarks
upon while on a family hunting trip with his brother and son. As the story unfolds through the eyes of
his brother Wolf, the progression of Dimitri’s violent rage and his terrifying crimes makes him into a
character with seemingly no conscience or hesitation to spill blood. However, revelations that are left
unknown to the reader until the closing chapters of the book will complicate the situation and, at
least for this reader, create an uncomfortable sense of ambiguity.
Mike Thompson does a wonderful job of using language to create a dark and suspenseful
environment. As I turned each page of Blood Betrayal, I began to sense each dark corner and
mysterious noise that existed in the comfort of my home. Even when the mood is a frightening one, I
love getting lost in a book that transplants me into every emotion and experience in the story. From
the terror that Wolf feels when he does not know who or what is stalking him in the mountains to the
climatic moments during which Dimitri becomes the hunted and shocking family secrets are revealed,
Thompson makes sure that every word contributes to the growing suspense.
I believe the impact of Blood Betrayal was multiplied for me by the current events that we see on the
news every evening. The record number of PTSD cases stemming from the military conflicts in
Afghanistan and Iraq has made many Americans more aware of this frightening reality. It is apparent
that Thompson uses his own experience as a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom and as a Close
Quarters Combat instructor to develop the characters in this book and that makes their personalities
even more riveting. While the character of Dimitri Magnussen is certainly an extreme case, I know
that shedding light on this emotional topic will continue to be important for years to come.
With Blood Betrayal, Mike Thompson has crafted a novel that will attract fans of suspense and those
who appreciate the successful efforts of the author to bring his own expertise into a fictional format.
The plot is unique and undoubtedly will have the readers guessing until the very last page, with a
conclusion that warranted an audible gasp from me as I sat alone in my living room. On the back
cover of his book, Thompson shares that Blood Betrayal is just the first release in the Wolf
Magnussen series and I look forward to discovering what Thompson has in store for us next.
Sarah Moore, Writers in the Sky
the book features episodes of violence or fear that are just as powerful for their psychological effect
as they are for the acts themselves, I’m going to be drawn to the story. I have a great appreciation
for writing that really explores what is occurring in a person’s mind, no matter how twisted. When
this complicated sense of terror is found within the context of family relationships, the plot becomes
even more captivating. First-time author Mike Thompson captures both of these features with his
gripping new release Blood Betrayal.
Blood Betrayal details the story of Dimitri Magnussen, a veteran who is suffering from post-traumatic
stress disorder following seven years in the Special Forces, and the murder spree that he embarks
upon while on a family hunting trip with his brother and son. As the story unfolds through the eyes of
his brother Wolf, the progression of Dimitri’s violent rage and his terrifying crimes makes him into a
character with seemingly no conscience or hesitation to spill blood. However, revelations that are left
unknown to the reader until the closing chapters of the book will complicate the situation and, at
least for this reader, create an uncomfortable sense of ambiguity.
Mike Thompson does a wonderful job of using language to create a dark and suspenseful
environment. As I turned each page of Blood Betrayal, I began to sense each dark corner and
mysterious noise that existed in the comfort of my home. Even when the mood is a frightening one, I
love getting lost in a book that transplants me into every emotion and experience in the story. From
the terror that Wolf feels when he does not know who or what is stalking him in the mountains to the
climatic moments during which Dimitri becomes the hunted and shocking family secrets are revealed,
Thompson makes sure that every word contributes to the growing suspense.
I believe the impact of Blood Betrayal was multiplied for me by the current events that we see on the
news every evening. The record number of PTSD cases stemming from the military conflicts in
Afghanistan and Iraq has made many Americans more aware of this frightening reality. It is apparent
that Thompson uses his own experience as a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom and as a Close
Quarters Combat instructor to develop the characters in this book and that makes their personalities
even more riveting. While the character of Dimitri Magnussen is certainly an extreme case, I know
that shedding light on this emotional topic will continue to be important for years to come.
With Blood Betrayal, Mike Thompson has crafted a novel that will attract fans of suspense and those
who appreciate the successful efforts of the author to bring his own expertise into a fictional format.
The plot is unique and undoubtedly will have the readers guessing until the very last page, with a
conclusion that warranted an audible gasp from me as I sat alone in my living room. On the back
cover of his book, Thompson shares that Blood Betrayal is just the first release in the Wolf
Magnussen series and I look forward to discovering what Thompson has in store for us next.
Sarah Moore, Writers in the Sky
