Cliffhanger First Chapters: Flowers For Mrs. Luskin, Speed Kills Until Proven

Do you enjoy books that draw you in from the very beginning and leave you yearning for more? Cliffhanger first chapters have the power to captivate readers and create an irresistible urge to continue reading. In this article, we will explore two thrilling novels that masterfully use cliffhanger techniques in their opening chapters: "Flowers For Mrs. Luskin" and "Speed Kills Until Proven". Prepare to be on the edge of your seat!

1. Flowers For Mrs. Luskin

The first chapter of "Flowers For Mrs. Luskin" plunges readers into a world of mystery and suspense. It opens with an enigma - the sudden disappearance of Mrs. Luskin, a seemingly ordinary woman who lives in a quiet suburban neighborhood. The author skillfully creates an atmosphere of unease and intrigue, leaving readers desperate to find out what happened to Mrs. Luskin and why.

Investigative True Crime Starter by Arthur Jay Harris: Cliffhanger first chapters from Flowers for Mrs. Luskin, Speed Kills, Until Proven Innocent, and The Unsolved Murder of Adam Walsh

by Arthur Jay Harris (Kindle Edition)

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The chapter unfolds through the eyes of Sarah Crawford, a concerned neighbor who discovers an abandoned bouquet of flowers on Mrs. Luskin's doorstep. As she investigates further, she uncovers a series of puzzling clues that hint at a dark secret lurking beneath the seemingly mundane surface of their tranquil community.

The cliffhanger moment arrives at the end of the chapter when Sarah stumbles upon a hidden diary in Mrs. Luskin's study. It is locked with an old rusty key, adding an extra layer of mystery. Readers are left with burning questions: What does the diary contain? Who does it belong to? And most importantly, why is it hidden?

2. Speed Kills Until Proven

If you're a fan of high-octane thrillers, "Speed Kills Until Proven" will undoubtedly grab your attention right from the first page. The opening chapter wastes no time in immersing readers into a gripping car chase scene that unfolds at breakneck speed.

The chapter introduces Jake Thompson, a seasoned detective hot on the trail of a notorious criminal gang known for their lightning-fast getaway skills. As Jake pursues the gang's getaway car through a maze of crowded city streets and alleyways, the adrenaline rush is palpable. The author employs vivid descriptions and intense action sequences to make readers feel as if they are right there in the passenger seat, heart pounding against their chest.

Just when it seems like Jake might catch up with the criminals and bring them to justice, the chapter concludes with a sudden twist. Out of nowhere, an unexpected ally appears and collides with Jake's car, sending it spinning out of control. Readers are left in suspense, wondering who this mysterious ally is and how they are connected to the criminal gang. Will Jake survive the crash? What awaits him on the other side?

The Power of Cliffhangers

Cliffhanger first chapters have an undeniable allure that keeps readers hooked and eager to traverse through the entire book. They provide a gripping to the story, leaving readers with unanswered questions and an insatiable desire to continue reading.

Authors strategically employ cliffhangers to create an emotional investment in the characters and the plot. By planting seeds of curiosity and suspense, they accomplish two crucial objectives: capturing and holding the reader's attention, and setting the stage for a riveting narrative that unfolds with unexpected twists and turns.

Whether it's a mysterious disappearance, a life-threatening situation, or an unforeseen revelation, cliffhangers inject a sense of urgency and anticipation into the readers' experience. They create a bond between the reader and the story, transforming the act of reading into an immersive adventure filled with suspense and excitement.

So, if you find yourself browsing the bookstore for your next read, keep an eye out for novels that master the art of the cliffhanger first chapter. Books like "Flowers For Mrs. Luskin" and "Speed Kills Until Proven" are guaranteed to leave you craving for more, advancing through their thrilling narratives, and satisfying your hunger for an unforgettable reading experience.

Investigative True Crime Starter by Arthur Jay Harris: Cliffhanger first chapters from Flowers for Mrs. Luskin, Speed Kills, Until Proven Innocent, and The Unsolved Murder of Adam Walsh

by Arthur Jay Harris (Kindle Edition)

4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3941 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	166 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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This Investigative True Crime Starter by Arthur Jay Harris includes cliffhanger first chapters from his books Flowers for Mrs. Luskin, Speed Kills, Until Proven Innocent, and The Unsolved Murder of Adam Walsh.

FLOWERS FOR MRS. LUSKIN:The divorce was vicious, but at least it hadn’t turned deadly. Then came the flowers.

At the best house in the best neighborhood in Hollywood, Florida, Marie Luskin answered her front door and saw a deliveryman holding a floral arrangement. From behind the leaves and petals he pulled out a pistol and pointed it at her. At the time, she was embroiled in the biggest divorce in the county’s history.

But why didn’t the gunman shoot and kill her? According to Marie, he demanded all her money and then hit her with the gun. According to the prosecutor, he shot her. But the jury agreed on one thing: that Marie’s wealthy, estranged husband, Paul, was clearly behind a murder-for-hire. Then the truth came out.

SPEED KILLS:He built the fastest boats -- for royalty, the rich, spies, smugglers, Feds and a former U.S. President. Then came six shots.

It was the era of cool shades and Miami Vice, and Don Aronow’s Cigarette boats were the symbol of the city’s sun-drenched decadence. But faster than his speed boats was Aronow himself -- in races behind the throttle, in business deals and on the town with his collection of stunning women. And then, in broad daylight, someone in a dark Lincoln gunned him down.

Who had Don double-dealt? A dope smuggler? The Mafia? The husband or boyfriend of one of his many paramours? And after ten years of dogged work, did Miami police get it right -- or were they dead wrong?

UNTIL PROVEN INNOCENT:The prosecutor was no longer sure both murder defendants were guilty. So he asked his dad -- the real-life Kojak.

A mother’s dying, gasping call to 911: “My husband! My baby!” In her secluded ranch house, she’d been stabbed with a kitchen knife. Her husband, infant and elderly father-in-law had all been shot in the head, point-blank.

For three years, police had two suspects under surveillance, then arrest. Both faced the death penalty. But prosecutor Brian Cavanagh began to doubt that the defendants were partners. So he consulted with his father, a retired NYPD cop whose reputation for savvy sleuthing had inspired the creation of one of the most beloved characters in television history. Now the question was: Could Dad help solve the case?

THE UNSOLVED MURDER OF ADAM WALSH:The medical examiner misidentified the body. The cops blamed the wrong suspect. What really happened to Adam Walsh?

In 1981, America was captivated -- and horrified -- by the kidnapping and reported murder of six-year-old Adam Walsh. Florida police ultimately identified the decapitated head of a found child as Adam, and implicated an out-of-town drifter as the murderer.

But something about the investigation was incomplete. And wrong. In this special Single Edition of his controversial two-book chronicle, journalist Arthur Jay Harris reveals that Walsh’s kidnapper was actually the notorious serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer, that the body found by police was misidentified, and that Adam Walsh is quite possibly -- even probably -- still alive.