Live to Tell ( D. D. Warren, Book 4) Mass Market Paperback – December 28, 2010

I want to start by saying that I love this series. D.D. is a fantastic main character; she’s tough, she’s brilliant, she’s a workaholic, she loves food, and she’s beautiful. It is hard to find a strong female lead character who also seems realistic and relatable but D.D. is. I also love how “real” this series is. I work in the criminal justice field and I don’t find myself thinking that the scenes in this book would never happen. This may be my favorite book in the series thus far. I found all of the characters to be exceptionally interesting, I liked the attention that the children’s medical conditions received and I thought the twist of the book was fantastic, as always. I can’t wait to read the next book in the series...in fact I think I’ll start it right now.

The novel itself is very good and I enjoyed it, the first time I read it. When reading the description of this book on Amazon, it said that it was published by Bantam Books in 2018. When I received the book, I realized that I had already read it, years ago. I went back to the publishing page and discovered that the book had originally been published, in hardback, back in 2010. I will have to be more careful when reading the description, or perhaps keep a list of the books I have read.

This book is about three women. Actually it's about two women and the returning side-character. But for the sake of argument, let's got with three. Danielle Burton is a nurse at a locked-down pediatric psych ward in the Kirkland Medical Center in Boston where she cares for children with special needs. She herself was the lone survivor of the brutal slaying of her family. Victoria Oliver is a single mother whose son Even has a severe mental condition doctors have diagnosed over and over again. Taking care of him has taken up most of her time and has torn her family apart. Then last but not least, there is Detective Sergeant D.D Warren from Boston PD's Homicide Unit. Her squad was called to the scene of a family annihilation in Dorchester.The story is for the most part well written. The characters of Danielle and Victoria are sympathetic characters, each equally fighting a fierce battle. For Danielle that battle is her dark past and for Victoria that battle is raising her son Even. You learn so much about these women and what they had dealt with in their lives leading up to an ending that definitely surpasses that of Gardner's previous book, The Neighbor. The only problem here is with D.D. She played the same role in this book that she played in the last three books in this so-called series. Maybe Gardner tried to through in some character development for her by teaming her up with Alex Wilson who taught at the academy, but in the end all that really did was create someone for D.D to flirt and maybe get serious with. It didn't tell us what kind of person D.D is, why she does what she does what kind of family does she come from. She likes eating, sex and wearing nice clothes. That doesn't say much. She's kind of pushy and sometimes too much for her own good. She likes to be the boss. Her characters major development but she's still far from a Mary Sue. I may not like D.D, but I can somewhat understand her. She's busy workaholic who takes her job seriously. She may not be Harry Bosch or Jane Rizzoli, but she still far from Bella Swan. She actually does stuff.I recommend this book for the interesting stories for Danielle Burton and Victoria Oliver; and even though the police work seen from D.D's perspective is interesting it still leaves much to be desired. Just like The Neighbor, it is a great story, but it's not D.D's story. Maybe Love You More will paint us a better picture of D.D Warren. And maybe we'll finally learn what "D.D" stands for,

I would have given the book a five star rating, but in parts it became repetitive. It illustrated the long term effects of being a sole survivor of the murder of an entire family.Despite the emotional scars the main character became a productive member of society, but was unable toget past the many questions she still had. The final event of the story answered many of her questions and she finally felt ready to move on in her personal life. It took twenty five years, but she finally became a "survivor" in the true sense of the word.ntire family.

This book would have received ten stars from me if it was needed. To say I enjoyed this book is an understatement. To say I couldn't put it down is also an understatement. I especially love reading about children's psychiatric problems because I work with children and find their developing brains fascinating. I also thought that Lisa Gardner treated the subject with the respect it deserves. I feel so for parents of these children. Excellent book, well written, intelligent read and mesmerizing up to the end. Also l love authors who aren't afraid to have a satisfying ending. Thanks so much for the escape! Sue Loomis

I have read a number of books by this author and it is the first time I am less than delighted. The story is good but the form of the book is overly complex. The characters are developed enough to just hold attention but not enough to invest in them to any great degree.Written in chapters that focus on a specific character in short burst whilst the main story develops in long chapters does not engender connection. All the characters and their stories evtually link but random verses of tunes and nursery ryhmes without any'hooks' to help them make sense in relation to the characters just adds to the confusion and disengagement.Not her best work

Previous reviews have told the story of this book in some depth, I can only add that it was a truly wonderful read. As well as enjoying the narrative and the characters who were so well developed that it enabled the reader to understand their behaviour patterns. I appreciated the research that the author must have done in order to describe in such emotional/factual detail the children with pyschcological problems. I found her understanding of them and their carers moving and humbling.I could not put this book down. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

I enjoy Lisa Gardner’s books, some link in but can be read as separate novels very enjoyable reads, recommended if you like detective novels

Loved this book, a real page turner, I’m looking forward to moving onto my next Lisa Gardener book, very exciting

I am a fan of Lisa Gardner and this book did not dissapoint, the stories of the children in the book were heartbreaking and upsetting but integral to the plot and as usual I was left guessing 'who done it' till the end. My only quibble is D.D.Warren, does that woman always have to be so bad tempered and rude and how come so many men seem to find this an attractive trait?

This book is one of Lisa Gardner's best. The story involves the murder of families who have mentally disturbed children and it's harrowing at times. It's a well constructed plot and I couldn't put it down at times. Just a great read.

Found the book quite riveting and didn't get all the players until the end. Good read as are all her books with a surprising happy ending which is unlike most of her books.I read this book out of sequence so have to put them in order and fill in the blanks

Ive read most of Lisa Gardeners books- and this is my favourite! 'un-put-downable!'. if you havent read any of her books yet-this would be a good one to try first. I like the way each of the three womens stories in the book, are different, and yet tell how each charachter possesses the sheer guts and strength to overcome their personal demons. Thrilling, insightful, and Fab!

And if the woo woo wasn't enough then D.D Warren finished it for me with this author. What a vile woman she is - so rude and arrogant and foul mouthed. And dim (Warren not the author!) A great pity as Lisa Gardner is such a good writer but I really don't want to spend time with such a shallow character who I have grown to dislike immensely.

I've read more gripping books, however it's definitely worth a read. It took me a while to read it as I could easily put it down and come back to it between other books.

This book was so good, nail biting to the very end and this was my 2nd time reading it!! Brilliant...

this book had me gripped from the get go - I could not put it down. I don't really agree that the "thriller" aspect is a bit light the body count is high (!!) the pace is electric and you are kept guessing what on earth is going on right to the end. This is another great novel by Lisa Gardner - loved it :-)

The medical details are so accurate and the characters so real, and the way she weaves the plot is so clever. Keep them coming Lisa you are brilliant !!

Great, really enjoyed

Gripping and a superb view of children's psychological problems (is it always abuse by a family member?). Predictable ending, and maybe too much of the Denis Wheatley astralplanes but overall I really enjoyed it. Well worth trying another one.