Kidnap and Ransom

Kidnap and Ransom
Michelle Gagnon

When the world's foremost kidnap and ransom negotiator is snatched by a ruthless drug cartel, Jake Riley becomes ensnared in the effort to save him.

But he's up against Los Zetas, an elite paramilitary organization renowned for its ferocity and skill. Now he and his colleagues must navigate the dark underbelly of Mexico, from raging street wars to perilous jungles, in an effort to rescue him before time runs out. After nearly losing her life on her last case, FBI Agent Kelly Jones may never do fieldwork again.

Determined to regain her confidence, she joins Jake on his mission - and quickly realizes she's in over her head. Then in the slums of Mexico City, she encounters a former nemesis who's enacting a nightmarish ritual on the weak and vulnerable. Now she has one last, desperate shot to prove herself - by taking down a killer.

Praise for the novels of

MICHELLE GAGNON

THE GATEKEEPER

“High stakes, tension, excitement—I loved The Gatekeeper.”

—New York Times bestselling author Lee Child

BONEYARD

“I defy anyone to read the first chapter of Boneyard and put the book down. Pure reading pleasure—creepy, terrifying, and utterly believable.”

—New York Times bestselling author Douglas Preston

“A compelling page-turner that pays due attention to the human heart. It’ll keep you up all night.”

—New York Times bestselling author Jeffery Deaver

THE TUNNELS

“A stellar work of mounting suspense and terror…. Not to be missed!”

—New York Times bestselling author James Rollins

“Michelle Gagnon is a fresh and confident new voice in crime fiction.”

—New York Times bestselling author John Lescroart

“Michelle Gagnon’s stellar debut is an edge-of-your-seat story of suspense and intrigue. Highly recommended.”

—New York Times bestselling author Sheldon Siegel

“A brisk pace and likable leads…. Gagnon’s characters hold promise for an enjoyable series.”

—Publishers Weekly

MICHELLE GAGNON

KIDNAP & RANSOM

For Taegan

Contents

DECEMBER 15

Chapter One

JANUARY 25

Chapter Two

JANUARY 29

Chapter Three

Chapter Four

JANUARY 30

Chapter Five

Chapter Six

Chapter Seven

Chapter Eight

Chapter Nine

Chapter Ten

Chapter Eleven

Chapter Twelve

Chapter Thirteen

JANUARY 31

Chapter Fourteen

Chapter Fifteen

Chapter Sixteen

Chapter Seventeen

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