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A Pilgrimage to Death (Reverend Cici Gurule Mystery) Paperback – July 10, 2018

by J J Cagney (Author), Alexa Padgett (Author)
4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 408 ratings
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An acclaimed new series from a USA TODAY BEST-SELLING author, J.J. Cagney. Winner of the 2019 National Indie Excellence Awards, 2019 TopShelf Book Awards Mystery Finalist, and named to Kirkus Reviews' Best Books of 2018.
Cici discovers a body in the forest, and the victim's wounds are identical to the ones that killed her sister a year ago...Someone murdered her sister. And shot her dog. The killer won't stop until she's dead, too. Now, the killer has Cici on the run.With her identical twin sister hauntings her dreams, as Cici and her dogs must dodge arrows, bullets, and even a demon truck.Worse, she must grapple with the knowledge her twin's death was a much more sinister than a random act of violence.The chase is on. As Cici closes in on the takedown, the criminals plan to wipe the sleuth off their radar. Permanently.Fans of Ruth Ware, J.D. Robb, and Angela Marsons will love A Pilgrimage to Death.
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  1. Book 1 of 6
    A Reverend Cici Gurule Mystery
  2. Print length
    260 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publisher
    Sidecar Press, LLC
  5. Publication date
    July 10, 2018
  6. Dimensions
    5 x 0.55 x 8 inches
  7. ISBN-10
    1945090227
  8. ISBN-13
    978-1945090226
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"A wholly absorbing gumshoe tale elevated by an extraordinary detective." ~ Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

"This winning mystery novel is a breeze to read and Cici's laidback approach as a reverend means that readers certainly don't have to be religious to find her relatable." ~ IndieReader

"Vivid, alluring, and heart-wrenching, Alexa Padgett's A Pilgrimage to Death is every reason I love mystery. A breathtaking tale." ~ Darynda Jones, NY Times Bestselling Author

"A Pilgrimage to Death was an edge-of-my-seat thrill ride that kept me guessing all the way through. Alexa Padgett weaves an intricate and enthralling tale, with relationships that run deep, and mystery that does the same. This was an all-around fantastic story, and I'm excited to read the next books in the series." ~ Allyson Lindt, USA Bestseller

Additional Praise for A Pilgrimage to Death:

"This is the first in a new mystery series and it sure doesn't disappoint. It's about a reverend, Cici, who is also a woman, which is a different take." ~ Goodreads Review

"I was glued to the pages, when I got my surprise at the end. I wanted to read another one. So book two please, as I'm impatient for the next one." ~ BookAddict

"A thriller read in one go, I immediately hooked to the captivating story, moving filled with suspense and twists. Eager to read what follows." ~ NetGalley Review

From the Author

J. J. Cagney is the mystery/thriller pen name of USA Today bestselling author Alexa Padgett. Her debut mystery, A Pilgrimage of Death, was named to Kirkus Reviews' 100 Best Books of 2018 and Goodreads Best Mysteries of the 2010s. 

Cagney holds a bachelor's in international marketing and spent part of her twenties as the marketing director for an elite sports management firm. And, yes, she did her requisite stint with a dotcom back in the that early 2000s, first as a marketing coordinator and then as a content manager. She's penned work for a variety of websites and magazines, and she worked as a literary agent for Irene Webb Literary. 

She lives in northern New Mexico with her husband, children, about a million fish, and their Great Pyrenees, Ash. Kirkus Reviews called Cagney's latest mystery, An Artifact of Death, "An exhilarating entry in a thoroughly enjoyable series."

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Sidecar Press, LLC (July 10, 2018)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 260 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1945090227
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1945090226
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 9.1 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5 x 0.55 x 8 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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J. J. Cagney's debut mystery, A Pilgrimage of Death, was named to Kirkus Reviews’ 100 Best Books of 2018, a 2019 National Indie Excellence Awards winner, and on multiple Goodreads Best Mysteries lists.

Cagney holds a bachelor’s in international marketing and spent part of her twenties as the marketing director for an elite sports management firm. And, yes, she did her requisite stint with a dotcom in the early 2000s, first as a marketing coordinator and then as a content manager. She’s penned work for a variety of websites and magazines, and she worked as a literary agent for Irene Webb Literary.

She lives in northern New Mexico with her husband, children, about a million fish, and their Great Pyrenees, Ash. Kirkus Reviews called An Artifact of Death “An exhilarating entry in a thoroughly enjoyable series.”

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5.0 out of 5 stars Intrigue & Suspense With a Twist I Never Saw Coming!
Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2018
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From an author well known for angsty, evocative romance comes an exciting new mystery series featuring the Reverend Cecilia Gurule and hotshot detective, Sam Chastain. Cici and Sam are friends and hiking buddies who stumble across the body of a parishioner on the hiking trail, and the fatal wounds look strikingly similar to the wounds that killed Cici's twin, Anna Carmen, nearly two years earlier. As they begin to investigate this latest murder, Cici begins to get threatening notes and warnings, but her sister's influence compels her involvement in the investigation.

I've been a Padgett fan since I read the first Seattle Sound book and was really interested to read an early copy of this book in a different genre. I loved Cici's character for her authenticity. A female minister as the primary character intrigued me, and I appreciated her portrayal as a “regular" person with human frailties and believe her showing her true self made her a better spiritual leader. Sam was alpha and awesome, with a hint at a vulnerable side and a glimpse of some deeper feelings towards Cici, so I’m eager to see how things develop between them in subsequent books in the series.

Of course they solved the mystery of Donald's death but I have no doubt Cici and Sam will continue to stumble into trouble. Although, I have to say, Padgett has set the bar incredibly high for future books with the shocking twist when the killer was revealed. She did a phenomenal job of sneaking in subtle hints to the killer's identity, subtle enough that it only all connected in my mind after the fact. I loved the paranormal element of Anna Carmen and can’t wait to see what happens in the next book! If you like mystery and suspense with a thread of romance throughout the series, you’ll love this one!

*I reviewed this book freely and voluntarily, having made no commitment to provide a review and receiving no compensation of any kind from any source for this review.
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D. Zendel
4.0 out of 5 stars Good story, fabulous location
Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2020
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The opening lines of this book: “Ceclia Gurule was a reverend for God’s sake. She dealt in souls - the broken, empty, seeking, and yes, the dead. Bodies? Not her wheelhouse. At least they weren’t until that Tuesday afternoon when Domine Deus decided to test both her faith and her life. She came within a bullet of losing both.”

While on a hike on the Aspen Vista Trail in the Santa Fe National Forest, Cici and her friend, Santa Fe Police Department detective Sam Chastain discover a body. The victim’s wounds are identical to the ones that killed her identical twin sister a year ago, and Cici is convinced the two murders are somehow related. Her sister haunts her dreams, urging Cici to solve her murder. The closer she gets to finding out who dunnit, the more she puts herself in jeopardy.

I found this an enjoyable read. I was drawn to the story by the setting (Santa Fe, my town) and the idea of a reverend getting involved in murders. The relationships between the characters, and the references to familiar landmarks kept me coming back for more. If I had any criticism of the story, it would be the parts involving Cici’s occupation seemed a bit … cardboard. I’m used to reading the works of William X. Kienzle, where the priest’s faith and day-to-day work life were central to the story. Cici’s occupation seemed like just a vehicle to get her involved with murders, rather than a real occupation. Someone shoots Cici’s dog with an arrow. That was a hard few pages for me to read. It was relevant to the plot, the violence occurs off-screen, and the dog survives, but it still disturbed me.

Those complaints aside, I liked the pace of the book, the character development, the possible romance between Sam and Cici, and the way Santa Fe is featured in the story. I also liked the light paranormal elements, and hope Cici’s sister sticks around through future books. I though I had an idea of who the bad actors were in the story, but the ending came as a surprise. I will read more in this series.
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Lillian
3.0 out of 5 stars Death knows no bounds
Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2023
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Cici is still mourning the death if her twin and now she has a chance to find out what really happened. Sam knows that the latest murder is hitting close to home for them both. And he knows that he can't leave Cici out but he is worried that the killer will come for her. Will they be able to find out the truth? A good read. Great characters
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J. Johnson
5.0 out of 5 stars Great First Book In a Series
Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2019
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I initially received this book to read and review, and about halfway through it, I loved it so much I actually purchased a copy. What a great first book in a (new?) series. No spoilers in this review, but here's what you need to know. The author does a great job presenting this murder/mystery, which features a pair of hiking buddies who find a body and work together to solve the murder. Each character comes with baggage, and that story is great in and of itself, along with twists and turns and an ending that will completely catch you off guard! If mystery is what you love, then this is a good read; also infused with some romance, a touch of paranormal, and actually makes you start thinking about which way the story is going to go. So enjoyable! I'm glad this is the first book and I'm now ready to move right on to the second! If this is your first read by this author, you'll be hooked. If you already know this author, you will immediately understand what I'm saying!
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Mary-Lou Willis
5.0 out of 5 stars A Very Good Read
Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2021
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This book has kept me up way too late. What a great mystery with a twist at the end. Cici is a very good character and you can’t help but love Sam. And then there are the dogs. Did I mention the two Great Pyrenees? I recommend this book if you want a great read.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A good read.
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