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High Stakes (Bo Blackman Book 3) Kindle Edition

by Helen Harper (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 out of 5 stars 1,099 ratings

It’s only been a month since the doors of my own PI firm have opened. That doesn’t mean I’m not busy. It’s not only ridiculous allegations about vampire dogs and complicated relationships that I have to deal with, however.

When a woman is brutally assaulted and barely escapes with her life, I make sure I form an integral part of the investigation. I’m not going to let the vicious perpetrator get away with what he’s done.

The trouble is that I may end up confronted with a darkness that I’m definitely not ready for.

This is the third thrilling book in the urban fantasy Bo Blackman series. Expect dark, gritty adventure with a sprinkling of romance.

Book One - Dire Straits
Book Two - New Order
Book Three - High Stakes
Book Four - Red Angel
Book Five - Vigilante Vampire
Book Six - Dark Tomorrow

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Saskia Maarleveld is an experienced audiobook narrator and voice-over actress based in New York City. Raised in New Zealand and France, she is highly skilled with accents and dialects, and many of her books have been narrated entirely in accents other than her own.

After teaching English literature in the UK, Japan, and Malaysia, Helen Harper left behind the world of education following the worldwide success of her Blood Destiny series of books. She is a professional member of the Alliance of Independent Authors and writes full-time. Helen currently lives in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 22, 2014
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
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After teaching English literature in the UK, Japan and Malaysia, Helen Harper left behind the world of education following the worldwide success of her Blood Destiny series of books. She is a professional member of the Alliance of Independent Authors and writes full time, thanking her lucky stars every day that's she lucky enough to do so!

Helen has always been a book lover, devouring science fiction and fantasy tales when she was a child growing up in Scotland.

She currently lives in Edinburgh with far too many cats – not to mention the dragons, fairies, demons, wizards and vampires that seem to keep appearing from nowhere.

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Customers enjoy this book as a great addition to the series, praising its action-packed plot and snappy dialogue. The character development receives positive feedback, with one customer highlighting Helen Harper's wit, while another notes how the series develops well throughout.

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29 customers mention "Readability"29 positive0 negative

Customers find the book highly readable, describing it as fun to read and a great addition to the series.

"Love this series! I Read the "Blood Destiny" series first, and found this one directly after...." Read more

"Harper has done an outstanding job with this book. Bo now takes some positive steps towards accepting her new reality...." Read more

"I love my Bo stories and this one is as good as the rest. Bo happens to always have a lot on her plate...." Read more

"...This book is a must read." Read more

13 customers mention "Character development"13 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, with one customer noting that Helen Harper is witty, while another mentions that the characters have a true sense of their own personalities.

"...with a wide variety of individuals while maintaining a true sense of her own personality. This book is definitely the best one in the series so far...." Read more

"...The relationships between the characters are complicated and well written. This book is a must read." Read more

"...Great support characters. Very enjoyable read." Read more

"...She's made a great cast in these books." Read more

10 customers mention "Story length"10 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the length of the story, describing it as action-packed and fluid, with one customer noting how the author builds suspense effectively.

"...on and whenever you think you know what's going to happen, the story takes a new turn...." Read more

"...book in the Bo Blackman series, the storyline has evolved into a wonderfully complex one dealing with subjects including Bo's growth into a true..." Read more

"This novel has wonderful action and a feisty heroine. However the romance is too slow. We are at book three and Michael and No are not even dating." Read more

"Wonderful. Full of surprises and shows what a great imagination the author has. I loved it...." Read more

6 customers mention "Pacing"6 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the pacing of the book, appreciating the snappy dialogue and well-written narrative, with one customer noting the slow build-up between Michael and Bo.

"...The relationships between the characters are complicated and well written. This book is a must read." Read more

"...I already want the next one NOW! Loving the slow built up between Michael and Bo, although a touch more progress would be welcome...." Read more

"I love this series. Looking forward to her next book. She's a really good author that I'm always willing to buy books from." Read more

"...The story is well plotted, and well written with good representation of characters. The narration brings the story and the characters to life" Read more

5 customers mention "Development"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the development of the book, with one customer highlighting its great world building and another noting how it develops well throughout the series.

"...Bo’s character showed some self-awareness and real development. Excited to see where the books go next." Read more

"...Great world building. The romance is slow to build but I like that instead of jumping right into to bed with the love interest...." Read more

"...Bo Blackman is kick-ass. Love the snappy dialogue and 'tude." Read more

"Really love Bo Blackman and this series. Bo develops well throughout the series, but has ups and downs. A worthy read." Read more

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  • Corey
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
    Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2025
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    Bo has another mystery to solve there is someone going around killing women and if course O'Shea finds himself in trouble again.
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  • Sandy
    4.0 out of 5 stars good
    Reviewed in the United States on October 26, 2022
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    I really like this book it was fun. Bo really knows how to get herself into annoying situations and she also finds herself an interesting situations with Michael. One of the things I really thought was interesting is that she had her teenage hacker got into trouble but it wasn’t from hacking. She keeps meeting this scary demon but those situations turn out interesting as well. Bo is trying to build up an agency to work with humans and vampires together and now she’s earned herself a very interesting nickname. I can’t wait to read the next book in the series.
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  • JGundy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic read
    Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2014
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    I love my Bo stories and this one is as good as the rest. Bo happens to always have a lot on her plate. The humans are hating the vamps and Bo is caught in the middle. She has shown some growth and some set backs in this one. She is growing as how to handle tough situations but as far as her love life is concerned...well, it need some work. Michael is so yes! and Bo is just too afraid of her feelings and avoids it like the plague. I'm wondering how much Michael will put with but he seems to always come back for me. The ending was well thought out, no cliff hanger but I'm having some hope for the romance side in the next one. More romance Helen!!!!
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  • Ella
    5.0 out of 5 stars If you liked the first two, you will love this one
    Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2015
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    Love this series! I Read the "Blood Destiny" series first, and found this one directly after. I believe it's safe to say that if you have read and enjoyed one series you will probably also enjoy the other.
    The story is fast and action packed so I found it very hard to put it down. There is a lot going on and whenever you think you know what's going to happen, the story takes a new turn. I did see some reviews commenting on some errors in the spelling/writing, and there were maybe a few, but nothing that put me off the story (if you're worried about that kind of thing you can probably just wait for the audiobook). I can't wait for the next one!
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  • Jenn
    4.0 out of 5 stars Best one yet
    Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2021
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    High Stakes was my favorite of the Bo Blackman series so far. Bo’s character showed some self-awareness and real development. Excited to see where the books go next.
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  • George Stanton
    5.0 out of 5 stars Best book in series
    Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2021
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    Harper has done an outstanding job with this book. Bo now takes some positive steps towards accepting her new reality. She establishes friendships with a wide variety of individuals while maintaining a true sense of her own personality. This book is definitely the best one in the series so far. I can't wait to read the next one, Red Angel.
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  • ParkerCD
    3.0 out of 5 stars Lousy Narrater, undermines the entire series.
    Reviewed in the United States on August 24, 2015
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    Narrator is awful, boring, and makes me dislike the main character. I probably would have enjoyed the series and liked the lead character better had a different narrator been used, someone with personality. I will not be buying any other audible books she reads.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Bo Blackman doesn’t disappoint!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2019
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    Bo continues to confront the forces of darkness. She has finally accepted her existence as a vampire. Even though she has relinquished her possibility of returning to her human existence, she still continues to do what is right, even when it is not easy.
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  • Lee-Anne
    5.0 out of 5 stars Harper’s twists and turns kept me gripped
    Reviewed in Australia on July 26, 2018
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    The third instalment to the Bo Blackman series just got better. The twists and turns kept me gripped. So, the romance between Bo and Michael is not the main plot, however, I prefer urban fantasy stories that way. This series would certainly suit those who enjoy reading crime fiction with some sizzle on the side
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 9, 2024
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    This book is a very good read, and
    I'm looking forward to reading the next book in this series, and I hope it's just as good.
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  • Previna D.
    3.0 out of 5 stars Yes and no
    Reviewed in Germany on January 9, 2015
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    I missed the second book as a kindle download. So book 1 and 3 it was.
    Positive: the vampire detective plots are full of suprising twists and turns. Many interesting characters and - yes- animal pets - to get fond of.
    Not so sure about: the impressive grandfather - whats really wrong between him and Bo?
    Then Bo herself. While the image of a small woman as stubborn, courageous and persevering in maintaining her own moral standards is appealing , it isn't really conclusive why she keeps slapping the boss of her vampire family (where are her moral standards there ? and why does one have to snap and slap when one is attracted to a person? ), constantly snapping at people instead of asking about issues first. That makes Bo appear who is professed to be thirty one a rather immature person.
    Then Lord Michael, the boss: What's he boss about? It's said, he's head of the powerful Montserrat Vampire family, yet there's no descriptive action to explain this, his, job as interesting as this might be. Instead he constantly turns up to ask Bo timid question (she then snaps or slaps), assuring her of his undying affection or turning up suddenly to help her somehow. (She's not really grateful, instead snaps) All this makes the so called 'powerful' man and CEO appear inconsistent if not weak
    Hmmmm.. as in grandfather's case.that is far from explaining emotionally conflicting relationships as interesting as it might be for the reader.
    This is different when it comes to Bo's care for teenaged Alistair, the helpful computernerd. Fun and friendliness spark here and the scenes between them are enjoyable to read. The same refers to contacts with other protagonists in minor roles.
    So what is the problem? I believe the author is very much able to fill out what is missing- gifting her main characters with more intelligence, charme and circumspection.
    I hope to experience that in waiting for the next installment.
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  • Diamondmask
    5.0 out of 5 stars Rollercoaster of a Read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 27, 2019
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    More characters, more action and a vampire dog. Or not. Great story - though dark. Bo is chasing a brutal serial killer at the same time she is battling terrorist demons! I would prefer more of Michael being sexy but you can't have everything I guess. High Stakes is well worth a read and I have become addicted to Bo Blackman and her world.
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  • CoullCat
    4.0 out of 5 stars Consistent In Its Enjoyment Level
    Reviewed in Australia on April 5, 2018
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    High Stakes is the third instalment in the Bo Blackman series. This book sees things heating up for Bo and, if it’s even possible, there is more action and even explosions.

    Bo may be over her PTSD but she still has her issues and things to cope with. High Stakes sees Bo honing her P.I. skills, and we get to learn more about some of the side characters which I absolutely enjoyed - especially Rogu3.

    Harper’s writing has been consistent throughout the series and this book is no different. Something else that I’ve noticed which has been consistent is the editing errors. There’s not heaps of errors but they are there, and they have been in all three of the Bo Blackman books. The editing errors are far enough apart that it does not detract from the story.

    I would definitely recommend reading the first two books first. And if you’re after romance, this may not be the series for you as it is an Urban Fantasy series and concentrates on the plot more than the hottie. But I am thoroughly enjoying reading about Bo Blackman.
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