Ava James FBI Series by A.J. Rivers

At a masked gala on Ivy island, “The price of betrayal is death.”.FBI Agent Ava James had a difficult entrance into the FBI.After shadowing famed agent Emma Griffin inside the disturbing underbelly of Windsor Island. Ava James is now ready to carve out her own path in the agency.But before she dives into the case awaiting her in Harlan, she receives an invitation to attend a special gala weekend.A gala honoring her aunt who has devoted her life to charity... moreAt a masked gala on Ivy island, “The price of betrayal is death.”.FBI Agent Ava James had a difficult entrance into the FBI.After shadowing famed agent Emma Griffin inside the disturbing underbelly of Windsor Island. Ava James is now ready to carve out her own path in the agency.But before she dives into the case awaiting her in Harlan, she receives an invitation to attend a special gala weekend.A gala honoring her aunt who has devoted her life to charity.Although still recovering from the shocking aftermath of the last island she attended.Ava does her best to put her best foot forward for the sake of her aunt.When a strange suicide mars the special event, it’s Ava that starts questioning what she sees. As the secrets of the Foundation start to bubble to the surface, Ava faces the realization that she may be more than just an invited guest.Truth, lies, and consequences.The only way off this island may be death... less

Under the darkness of the winter night sky, in the small town of Hidden Cove.A disturbing plan was hatched. What happened afterwards may never be understood.Now at 509 Pleasant Hill Drive, the lives of the Johnsons will never be the same.Agent Ava James has settled in the town of Harlan just outside of Washington, D.C. in her new field office. Amid this big change, her mother goes missing somewhere in South Africa, leaving her and her father distraught... moreUnder the darkness of the winter night sky, in the small town of Hidden Cove.A disturbing plan was hatched. What happened afterwards may never be understood.Now at 509 Pleasant Hill Drive, the lives of the Johnsons will never be the same.Agent Ava James has settled in the town of Harlan just outside of Washington, D.C. in her new field office. Amid this big change, her mother goes missing somewhere in South Africa, leaving her and her father distraught.Ava is immediately taken out of the field and placed on the Cold Case Initiative, and is forbidden to look for her mother.To keep herself from doing something brash, Ava buries herself in her work.While looking through cold cases Ava is drawn to the case of Hidden Cove.A cold case involving a young married couple.The husband was found murdered in his living room and the wife disappeared without a trace.Recently, another young couple with a three-year-old daughter had moved into that same house.They were both found murdered, leaving their baby orphaned.Was there a murderer loose in the community?Were the two cases linked?When Ava is sent to the small town in Kentucky, she finds that the only thing colder than the mid-December weather in Kentucky is her reception.The locals are leery of her because she’s an outsider.The cold case heaves up one dead-end after another.Leading Ava to be blind sided by what happens next.In the small-town of Hidden Cove, some cases are best left forgotten... less

Kara Davis had the perfect life. A doting husband, a beautiful home, and everything she could have ever wanted. But in an instant her source of happiness was tragically taken from her.Since then, nothing has ever been the same, and the paralyzing sadness within her followed her everywhere she went...Unbeknownst to Kara, her life was once again about to face another change.All thanks to the arrival of the couple next door.FBI agent Ava James has had to fight all her life... moreKara Davis had the perfect life. A doting husband, a beautiful home, and everything she could have ever wanted. But in an instant her source of happiness was tragically taken from her.Since then, nothing has ever been the same, and the paralyzing sadness within her followed her everywhere she went...Unbeknownst to Kara, her life was once again about to face another change.All thanks to the arrival of the couple next door.FBI agent Ava James has had to fight all her life.From fighting from being a victim of human traffickers to fighting for years to find her best friend.Safe to say Ava James is no stranger to fighting the atrocities of this world.When Ava is called onto a case and meets a seemingly sweet woman, Kara Davis.A lonely widow living in a big house on her own.Ava realizes the true price of succumbing to your past and becoming a victim of one’s own tragedies.But what happens when you can't even trust your own mind?How far would someone go to get the happiness they feel they deserved?Nothing in this world is certain.Strange things are happening all around.The only question is…How far can your obsession take you? less

How did everything go so wrong...?A much-needed getaway for agent Ava James takes an unexpected and gruesome turn, as a friendly encounter leads to a fatal end.A week at a cabin on willow lake. A relaxing and picturesque getaway to escape from all the stressors of work.But like most things in life, not everything will go according to plan.After a nice dinner at the Willow Lake Resort, Ava decided that a nice evening stroll by the lake to the waterfalls would be exactly what she needed... moreHow did everything go so wrong...?A much-needed getaway for agent Ava James takes an unexpected and gruesome turn, as a friendly encounter leads to a fatal end.A week at a cabin on willow lake. A relaxing and picturesque getaway to escape from all the stressors of work.But like most things in life, not everything will go according to plan.After a nice dinner at the Willow Lake Resort, Ava decided that a nice evening stroll by the lake to the waterfalls would be exactly what she needed. As she relished in the feeling of peace and tranquility, she sees someone at the bottom of the steep little trail. Making her way down, she realizes that the woman looks to be passed out, and her face slightly familiar. Even more unsettling is when she gets there, Ava realizes that the woman’s head is bashed in, and she’s not alive. As Ava struggles back up the slippery dirt and rock trail, she rushes to alert the authorities and the staff at the resort.Only to come back to the waterfalls and find that the body and crime scene she found has vanished.As the puzzled FBI agent Ava James composes herself, she realizes that the familiar face was of a woman she just met.As the search for a missing body using a possible alias grows to a dead-end.Ava realizes that even on a getaway, there is no escaping one’s reality.There are lies, deception, and a not so simple affairs of the hearts.At the Willow Lake Resort, tranquil escape may come with more than you bargained for. less

When a group of friends arrive at their remote Lake House rental, all is seemingly serene.But when one friend turns up missing and another is found dead.The group’s getaway takes the most horrifying turn.And by the time FBI Agent Ava James arrives on the case, a gruesome and traumatizing scene is the only remnants of the once perfectly planned getaway.There are no such things as coincidences and with a potential serial killer in the midst there is nowhere to hide... moreWhen a group of friends arrive at their remote Lake House rental, all is seemingly serene.But when one friend turns up missing and another is found dead.The group’s getaway takes the most horrifying turn.And by the time FBI Agent Ava James arrives on the case, a gruesome and traumatizing scene is the only remnants of the once perfectly planned getaway.There are no such things as coincidences and with a potential serial killer in the midst there is nowhere to hide.At the lake house we promise you’ll have a fun and peaceful stay.But we'd like to remind you to keep an eye out for dangerous animals and be aware of your surroundings. less

In Bethlehem, Pennsylvania all is seemingly festive and serene.But when a series of deadly incidents occur, the town is thrown into a tailspin...Five years ago, on Christmas night, a billionaire magnate, EB Ward lost his wife and children in a terrible house fire.Since then he has become known as the town’s Scrooge.And when his brother is killed in a tragic accident, EB is racked with guilt and pushed into further grief.A few miles across town, another family discovers tragic news of their own... moreIn Bethlehem, Pennsylvania all is seemingly festive and serene.But when a series of deadly incidents occur, the town is thrown into a tailspin...Five years ago, on Christmas night, a billionaire magnate, EB Ward lost his wife and children in a terrible house fire.Since then he has become known as the town’s Scrooge.And when his brother is killed in a tragic accident, EB is racked with guilt and pushed into further grief.A few miles across town, another family discovers tragic news of their own.Robbie Miller, the owner of the town’s favorite bakery. The doting father of three was found shot dead in his home.The police ruled it a suicide, but could these holiday tragedies be connected?As FBI agent Ava James digs deeper into the case, she unravels secret connections and fatal deceit.How will the truth behind these deaths change the reality of this seemingly pristine town? less

A dream trip to Prague for two girls turned into their parents’ worst nightmare,when the girls were taken in plain sight...FBI Agent Ava James has had her fair share of nightmare scenarios.From being hunted by psychopaths to fighting serial killers.But it pales in comparison to the trauma she had from losing her best friend, Molly.While on vacation in Prague she and her best friend were kidnapped.Ava was able to escape her captor, but she couldn’t save Molly... moreA dream trip to Prague for two girls turned into their parents’ worst nightmare,when the girls were taken in plain sight...FBI Agent Ava James has had her fair share of nightmare scenarios.From being hunted by psychopaths to fighting serial killers.But it pales in comparison to the trauma she had from losing her best friend, Molly.While on vacation in Prague she and her best friend were kidnapped.Ava was able to escape her captor, but she couldn’t save Molly.To this day the guilt of surviving and of escaping, is a purgatory of pain that only justice could mend.All these years Ava and her mother never stopped looking for Molly.With fresh clues into Molly’s case, she sets her sights on an elusive underground human trafficking network.But with this case being a personal vendetta, and unsanctioned at the Bureau,Ava finds herself solo and in more danger than ever before.Things never really go as planned and the search for the truth to Ava’s grim past may have unintended consequences. less

Every little girl dreams of being a princess. A life surrounded by beauty and full of fulfilled wishes, a life with her prince charming.But reality is no fairy tale. Especially not for Ivana Baruch, the last Croatian Princess...When the body of the young and beautiful Princess is found in a wine barrel at her fiancé’s winery,the news of Ivana’s murder sends shockwaves throughout the globe.FBI agent Ava James is sent to Napa Valley, California to solve the case... moreEvery little girl dreams of being a princess. A life surrounded by beauty and full of fulfilled wishes, a life with her prince charming.But reality is no fairy tale. Especially not for Ivana Baruch, the last Croatian Princess...When the body of the young and beautiful Princess is found in a wine barrel at her fiancé’s winery,the news of Ivana’s murder sends shockwaves throughout the globe.FBI agent Ava James is sent to Napa Valley, California to solve the case.Who would kill such a beloved and altruistic Princess?And what could possibly be the motive?With a multi-millionaire wine magnate fiancé from Italy, a father with drinking and gambling problems, and a narcissistic playboy for an ex-boyfriend. Everyone is a suspect and no one is ruled out. It won’t be easy to figure out who killed the last Croatian princess or why.Each clue leads the investigation to more unexpected twists and turns.With no motive to be found and the princess' background as pristine as her reputation,the only thing that is certain is that she must have had far more secrets than anyone could have ever imagined. less

Every small town has its secrets.This secret is worth taking lives for…After saving Molly from a trafficking ring and reuniting with her mother.FBI agent Ava James feels as though she has found true happiness.While having a family dinner Ava receives a call from an old friend, with some bad news.Every Halloween, teen girls from the rural Vermont town are going missing.Each year more than the last... moreEvery small town has its secrets.This secret is worth taking lives for…After saving Molly from a trafficking ring and reuniting with her mother.FBI agent Ava James feels as though she has found true happiness.While having a family dinner Ava receives a call from an old friend, with some bad news.Every Halloween, teen girls from the rural Vermont town are going missing.Each year more than the last.Did the teens simply run away from home? Or is something far more sinister at play?With no bodies to be found, it seems as though the teens simply just vanished.At her friends urging and with only 11 days until Hollow’s Eve, Ava goes to Pine Bend, Vermont to investigate the disappearances.Phantom serial killer, smugglers, weird Wicca club, and annoying youth groups.Pine Bend is a town full of weirdos.And behind a mask, anyone can hide in plain sight. less

When FBI agent Ava James received a call from an ex,she could have never predicted the mayhem that would follow...After receiving an invitation to attend a Christmas themed wedding in the mountains,Ava had planned out her perfect winter escape.However, the getaway turns into a nightmare when she stumbles upon the groom’s sister frozen in the snow.Jumping into action, Ava calls the local sheriff and begins to investigate the scene... moreWhen FBI agent Ava James received a call from an ex,she could have never predicted the mayhem that would follow...After receiving an invitation to attend a Christmas themed wedding in the mountains,Ava had planned out her perfect winter escape.However, the getaway turns into a nightmare when she stumbles upon the groom’s sister frozen in the snow.Jumping into action, Ava calls the local sheriff and begins to investigate the scene. With no apparent signs of foul play and many guests to interview, the investigation seems to have hit a dead end. Until screams ring throughout the Chalet and bodies begin to drop. Now, it’s certain that a murderer is on the loose, and Ava soon finds allies and enemies in many unexpected places.This is the invitation to the most festive and shockingly murderous wedding of the year.Amidst the glittering snow and holiday cheer, one grim certainty lingers - there’s a bloodthirsty killer or killers among the twenty guests. less

“Don’t look back. There’s someone out there that will save us all.”When an unexpected call from FBI agent Bella Walker takes Ava James on a red eye flight to Hawaii waters.Nothing could have prepared her for the surprising mysteries that lie hidden in the Jurassic World-like landscape.After the 17-year-old, Kelly Winters went missing in Florida.Ava James worked tirelessly on the case only to reach a dead end.She had lost hope of finding the truth behind Kelly’s mysterious disappearance... more“Don’t look back. There’s someone out there that will save us all.”When an unexpected call from FBI agent Bella Walker takes Ava James on a red eye flight to Hawaii waters.Nothing could have prepared her for the surprising mysteries that lie hidden in the Jurassic World-like landscape.After the 17-year-old, Kelly Winters went missing in Florida.Ava James worked tirelessly on the case only to reach a dead end.She had lost hope of finding the truth behind Kelly’s mysterious disappearance.Until she received a shocking call.In the middle of the Oahu rainforest, physically battered, but with an unbreakable determination,Kelly Winters pushed her body to the limit to escape her captors.Upon hearing the young girl’s story, Ava makes a promise to Kelly that she will follow through until all the other victims are found.While Ava and Bella unravel the case, they find it linked to a huge trafficking network that has spread its seeds everywhere.From everyday men to Capitol Hill to Japan to the Middle East.The case could mean career suicide or even an untimely death.The stakes are higher than ever. There are enemies to be found in even the police precincts.This conspiracy is bigger than she could have ever imagined, and no person could save her from the bones that she would unearth... less

When renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Alastair Mays is found standing next to his dead wife, holding the murder weapon, it seems like an open-and-shut case...The incident leaves the clinic's staff and the nurse who discovered Dr. Mays in shock. It's an impossible nightmare scenario, and following the doctor's arrest, the case quickly garners worldwide attention. Meanwhile, FBI agent Ava James is on the hunt for a notorious housewife serial killer... moreWhen renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Alastair Mays is found standing next to his dead wife, holding the murder weapon, it seems like an open-and-shut case...The incident leaves the clinic's staff and the nurse who discovered Dr. Mays in shock. It's an impossible nightmare scenario, and following the doctor's arrest, the case quickly garners worldwide attention. Meanwhile, FBI agent Ava James is on the hunt for a notorious housewife serial killer. But her investigation takes an unexpected turn when she receives a desperate call pleading for her "Ava, you must investigate this case. The good doctor is innocent!"With a plethora of witnesses and a clear motive, the evidence seems indisputable. Dr. Mays' marriage was on the verge of collapse, and his wife had plans to divorce him. There's no denying who seems responsible for the crime. But what if the truth is too twisted and unbelievable to comprehend?Can Agent Ava James unravel the tangled web of lies and discover what really happened? less

FBI agent Ava James has taken down many murderers.This time she might have met her match.While working on the Margot Carter case, Ava decides to follow a hunch.One to help narrow down the Housewife Killer suspect list.It’s been years, no one has been able to capture the elusive predator.A maniac that is killing young women and dressing them up as a 50’s housewife.In the background of this case, Ava tries to sort out her feelings for Ellis... moreFBI agent Ava James has taken down many murderers.This time she might have met her match.While working on the Margot Carter case, Ava decides to follow a hunch.One to help narrow down the Housewife Killer suspect list.It’s been years, no one has been able to capture the elusive predator.A maniac that is killing young women and dressing them up as a 50’s housewife.In the background of this case, Ava tries to sort out her feelings for Ellis.She can’t help but feel that he’s hiding something from her.Is it simply her fear of commitment manifesting or something else?Between the cases and her love life, nothing is going the way anyone would ever expect. This is a face-off that may mean the end for agent Ava James… less

Fairhaven is a small town with big mysteries.When a young librarian is found murdered in her workplace, the town is abuzz.Who could have killed the beautiful and hardworking mother?FBI agent Ava James has endured many heart-wrenching periods in her life.After the recent trauma of escaping a twisted serial killer,Ava is just thankful to be alive and is trying to recover.In hopes of taking her mind off her own troubles, she immerses herself further in her work... moreFairhaven is a small town with big mysteries.When a young librarian is found murdered in her workplace, the town is abuzz.Who could have killed the beautiful and hardworking mother?FBI agent Ava James has endured many heart-wrenching periods in her life.After the recent trauma of escaping a twisted serial killer,Ava is just thankful to be alive and is trying to recover.In hopes of taking her mind off her own troubles, she immerses herself further in her work.Everything in Fairhaven is seemingly normal, until a young librarian is found dead.The mystery deepens when her husband and young children are nowhere to be found. Who would want to harm the sweet young mother or her family?Could her husband be the culprit?Murderous secrets, scandals, and illicit deeds.The twists and turns in the case of The Librarian will break some hearts. less