
Ties That Bind
Detective Madison Knight Series #1

4.1 out of 5
Based on 1320 Amazon.com
ratings and reviews.
$2.99 USD e-book
Instant Download
ePub and Kindle mobi
Three victims. One method. One motive.
Grab a badge and a gun and strap in for a ride that’s “full of suspense from the beginning to the end…” (Readers Abode). When dead bodies start piling up, Detective Madison Knight suspects that her city has a serial killer—but the quest for justice isn’t going to be an easy one. Everyone—including her own partner, her sergeant, and the police chief—is working against her.
“Arnold has written one of the best female cops that I’ve ever read… Madison is just one of those characters that will stay with you.” –Harlie’s Books
A woman is found strangled in her bed, and Detective Madison Knight doesn’t think it’s anything more than an isolated incident. But when another woman’s body is discovered in a park, killed with the same brand of neckties, she can’t ignore the similarities between the two murders. Still, it’s not until a third victim surfaces that Madison really starts to fear the worst: the city of Stiles just may have a serial killer.
Catching the murderer isn’t going to be easy, though. She’s facing pressure from the sergeant and the chief to close the case—even if it means putting an innocent man behind bars—and a partner who is more interested in saving his marriage than doing his job. If there’s justice to be had, Madison may have to go this alone.
Ties that Bind is a fast-paced crime novel with twists and turns you’ll never see coming. Perfect for fans of the police procedural genre. Uncover clues, follow leads, and catch a killer like thousands of readers have done before you. Buy this international bestselling book today and join the investigation!
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Paperback – 4.25 x 7 inches
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Paperback – 5 x 8 inches
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Hardcover – 6.13 x 9.21 inches
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Paperback Large Print Edition – 6 x 9 inches
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Audiobook Sample
Listen to a sample of Ties That Bind narrated by Samantha Novak.

4.1 out of 5
Based on 1320 Amazon.com
ratings and reviews.
$2.99 USD e-book
Instant Download
ePub and Kindle mobi
Audiobook Sample
Listen to a sample of Ties That Bind narrated by Samantha Novak.
Editorial Reviews for Ties That Bind
★★★★★
“Ties That Bind (Detective Madison Knight Series Book 1) by Carolyn Arnold is a fascinating crime novel that gives the reader an inside look into the life of a tough cop. The story is well-written, and the plot flows smoothly. The flawless story arc builds to an unexpected and satisfying conclusion. The characters are well-developed and relatable, forming a stimulating storyline. At first, I didn’t appreciate Madison’s abrasive attitude, but then I recognized that her aggression drives the story forward, and she grew on me. This book is written for a more mature audience as it contains explicit language and some references to violence. I recommend this novel to readers that enjoy accurate police procedurals and thrilling mysteries.”
“A great read for those who enjoy detective novels… it made me stop and think. I love books like that.”
“Arnold had me hooked from the very first page of Ties That Bind and the reason for that was Madison Knight. Madison is an unconventional and feisty heroine and from her first appearance, grumpily eating a chocolate bar for breakfast, I adored her. In addition to a cast of believable characters, Arnold has created a plot that is both exciting and gritty. The twists and turns of the novel are often unexpected and I had no idea how the novel was going to turn out. All I knew was that I couldn’t wait to find out and consequently found myself unable to put the book down. I would recommend this novel to anyone who likes an unpredictable and consuming crime novel. I am so pleased that Madison Knight is part of a series because I can’t wait to read the next one.”
“I thrive on rich characters and Ties That Bind did a superb job of capturing the law enforcement partner relationship.”
“I related to this story immediately. It is truly believable in its writing as it is vivid. I felt a kinship with the main character and that continued throughout the story. Well written and I am looking forward to more in the series. Highly recommended.”
“Coming from an author that is not in Law Enforcement, I was extremely impressed by the amount of research she must have done. From the needed sugar rush to put her emotions in order to view a murder scene to the tenuous and stressful relationships with the Brass Bosses, this book was dead on.”
“Usually it’s hard for me to read cop books without picking them apart but once I started this one I couldn’t put it down. Ties That Bind was more realistic than anything I’ve ever read and for the entire book I felt like it was me. The way Carolyn wrote Madison describes me and the way I work and even my personal life to a t. I have never felt more connected to a character. Thank you for creating something so real.”
“There were some very twisted but brilliant clues left… Arnold kept me completely absorbed with the action, as well as the dialog between characters, while reading this book. If you like crime dramas, police procedurals and suspenseful, edge-of-your-seat thrillers with a strong-willed, intense female lead, you have got to read this book! You won’t be disappointed. I highly recommend.”
Book Details for Ties That Bind
Author: Carolyn Arnold
Series: Detective Madison Knight Series, Book 1
Genres: Hard-Boiled, Mystery, Detective, Police Procedural
Publisher: Hibbert & Stiles Publishing Inc.
Year: 2011
Length: 264 pages
ASIN: B00534KMQK
Print ISBNs: 978-1-988064-09-3 (4.25 x 7 paperback), 978-1-988064-10-9 (5 x 8 paperback), 978-1-988353-06-7 (6.14 x 9.21 hardcover), 978-1-988353-95-1 (large print edition). 978-1-989706-22-0 (audiobook)
Other Books in the Detective Madison Knight Series

Ties That Bind
Detective Madison Knight Series #1

Three victims. One method. One motive.
4.1 out of 5
Based on 1320 Amazon.com
ratings and reviews.
$2.99 USD e-book
Instant Download
ePub and Kindle mobi
Grab a badge and a gun and strap in for a ride that’s “full of suspense from the beginning to the end…” (Readers Abode). When dead bodies start piling up, Detective Madison Knight suspects that her city has a serial killer—but the quest for justice isn’t going to be an easy one. Everyone—including her own partner, her sergeant, and the police chief—is working against her.
“Arnold has written one of the best female cops that I’ve ever read… Madison is just one of those characters that will stay with you.” –Harlie’s Books
A woman is found strangled in her bed, and Detective Madison Knight doesn’t think it’s anything more than an isolated incident. But when another woman’s body is discovered in a park, killed with the same brand of neckties, she can’t ignore the similarities between the two murders. Still, it’s not until a third victim surfaces that Madison really starts to fear the worst: the city of Stiles just may have a serial killer.
Catching the murderer isn’t going to be easy, though. She’s facing pressure from the sergeant and the chief to close the case—even if it means putting an innocent man behind bars—and a partner who is more interested in saving his marriage than doing his job. If there’s justice to be had, Madison may have to go this alone.
Ties that Bind is a fast-paced crime novel with twists and turns you’ll never see coming. Perfect for fans of the police procedural genre. Uncover clues, follow leads, and catch a killer like thousands of readers have done before you. Buy this international bestselling book today and join the investigation!
Click the links below to buy Ties That Bind in the format you prefer.
e-book
Amazon.com | Apple
Barnes & Noble | Kobo
Google Play | Smashwords
Amazon Universal
Audiobook
Amazon | Audible
Apple | Nook Audiobooks
Scribd | Google Play
Kobo | Chirp | hibooks
hoopla | Audiobooks.com
Paperback – 4.25 x 7 inches
Amazon | Barnes & Noble
Books-a-Million | Indie Bound
AbeBooks | Book Depository
Paperback – 5 x 8 inches
Amazon | Barnes & Noble
Books-a-Million | Indie Bound
AbeBooks | Book Depository
Hardcover – 6.13 x 9.21 inches
Amazon | Barnes & Noble
Books-a-Million | Indie Bound
AbeBooks | Book Depository
Paperback Large Print Edition – 6 x 9 inches
Amazon | Barnes & Noble
Books-a-Million | Indie Bound
AbeBooks | Book Depository
Audiobook Sample
Listen to a sample of Ties That Bind narrated by Samantha Novak.
Editorial Reviews for Ties That Bind
★★★★★
“Ties That Bind (Detective Madison Knight Series Book 1) by Carolyn Arnold is a fascinating crime novel that gives the reader an inside look into the life of a tough cop. The story is well-written, and the plot flows smoothly. The flawless story arc builds to an unexpected and satisfying conclusion. The characters are well-developed and relatable, forming a stimulating storyline. At first, I didn’t appreciate Madison’s abrasive attitude, but then I recognized that her aggression drives the story forward, and she grew on me. This book is written for a more mature audience as it contains explicit language and some references to violence. I recommend this novel to readers that enjoy accurate police procedurals and thrilling mysteries.”
“I thrive on rich characters and Ties That Bind did a superb job of capturing the law enforcement partner relationship.”
“A great read for those who enjoy detective novels… it made me stop and think. I love books like that.”
“Usually it’s hard for me to read cop books without picking them apart but once I started this one I couldn’t put it down. Ties That Bind was more realistic than anything I’ve ever read and for the entire book I felt like it was me. The way Carolyn wrote Madison describes me and the way I work and even my personal life to a t. I have never felt more connected to a character. Thank you for creating something so real.”
“Arnold had me hooked from the very first page of Ties That Bind and the reason for that was Madison Knight. Madison is an unconventional and feisty heroine and from her first appearance, grumpily eating a chocolate bar for breakfast, I adored her. In addition to a cast of believable characters, Arnold has created a plot that is both exciting and gritty. The twists and turns of the novel are often unexpected and I had no idea how the novel was going to turn out. All I knew was that I couldn’t wait to find out and consequently found myself unable to put the book down. I would recommend this novel to anyone who likes an unpredictable and consuming crime novel. I am so pleased that Madison Knight is part of a series because I can’t wait to read the next one.”
“I related to this story immediately. It is truly believable in its writing as it is vivid. I felt a kinship with the main character and that continued throughout the story. Well written and I am looking forward to more in the series. Highly recommended.”
“There were some very twisted but brilliant clues left… Arnold kept me completely absorbed with the action, as well as the dialog between characters, while reading this book. If you like crime dramas, police procedurals and suspenseful, edge-of-your-seat thrillers with a strong-willed, intense female lead, you have got to read this book! You won’t be disappointed. I highly recommend.”
“Coming from an author that is not in Law Enforcement, I was extremely impressed by the amount of research she must have done. From the needed sugar rush to put her emotions in order to view a murder scene to the tenuous and stressful relationships with the Brass Bosses, this book was dead on.”
Book Details for Ties That Bind
Author: Carolyn Arnold
Series: Detective Madison Knight Series, Book 1
Genres: Hard-Boiled, Mystery, Detective, Police Procedural
Publisher: Hibbert & Stiles Publishing Inc.
Year: 2011
Length: 264 pages
ASIN: B00534KMQK
Print ISBNs: 978-1-988064-09-3 (4.25 x 7 paperback), 978-1-988064-10-9 (5 x 8 paperback), 978-1-988353-06-7 (6.14 x 9.21 hardcover), 978-1-988353-95-1 (large print edition). 978-1-989706-22-0 (audiobook)