Gia Santella Series by Kristi Belcamino, Sonja Field

She lives life fast, hard, and deadly…Gia Santella no longer cares about the consequences. She copes with her parents death by drinking, spending, and kicking ass when it’s necessary. After an unexpected letter reveals that her loved ones’ tragedy was murder, Gia changes her focus to revenge. Vowing to find the one responsible, the grieving daughter must stay one step ahead of a ruthless plot to end her family line... moreShe lives life fast, hard, and deadly…Gia Santella no longer cares about the consequences. She copes with her parents death by drinking, spending, and kicking ass when it’s necessary. After an unexpected letter reveals that her loved ones’ tragedy was murder, Gia changes her focus to revenge. Vowing to find the one responsible, the grieving daughter must stay one step ahead of a ruthless plot to end her family line. To avoid yet another family death, Gia has a bloody choice to make: kill or be killed. Gia in the City of the Dead is the first book in the Gia Santella Crime Thriller series. If you like take-charge heroines, edge-of-your-seat suspense, and gritty dramas, then you’ll love Kristi Belcamino’s tale of revenge. less

An exciting new series character ...Gia Santella is a fast-driving, hard-drinking, karate-trained free spirit, who is gorgeous, sexy, and a young heiress. She also has a fierce temper and zero tolerance for people in power preying on the vulnerable ... especially when the injustice takes place in her neighborhood.Late one Autumn night, violence breaks out in San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhood, as a hate group and counter-protesters come face to face... moreAn exciting new series character ...Gia Santella is a fast-driving, hard-drinking, karate-trained free spirit, who is gorgeous, sexy, and a young heiress. She also has a fierce temper and zero tolerance for people in power preying on the vulnerable ... especially when the injustice takes place in her neighborhood.Late one Autumn night, violence breaks out in San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhood, as a hate group and counter-protesters come face to face. Gia Santella rushes to the protest to help find her friend's granddaughter. Sasha Kennedy is a student journalist at U.C. Berkeley covering the protest for the school paper. But when Sasha mysteriously disappears at the protest, Gia learns that the young woman was on the brink of uncovering a story that would blow the whole city wide open. In her efforts to find the girl, Gia finds herself investigating more mysterious disappearances and begins to unravel a string of dark secrets that lie below the surface of her beloved neighborhood, threatening to destroy it. But then her plan goes terribly wrong. When Gia receives a terrifying message, she is caught in a race against time to find the young journalist before it's too late... If she fails, more innocent people will die ... And it will all be her fault. A page-turning dark and gritty thriller packed with edge-of-your-seat suspense. Gia and the Forgotten Island is perfect for fans of Lisa Gardner, Patricia Cornwell, and Gregg Hurwitz less

Gia Santella, the fast-driving, hard-drinking, karate-trained free spirit, has finally put her dark past behind her. UNFORTUNATELY, the past isn't done with her yet. The third book in a new, exciting series featuring an unforgettable new character by the Anthony, Barry & Macavity finalist and crime writer ... In this suspense-filled page-turner, Gia travels from her San Francisco neighborhood to her mother's native Sicily... moreGia Santella, the fast-driving, hard-drinking, karate-trained free spirit, has finally put her dark past behind her. UNFORTUNATELY, the past isn't done with her yet. The third book in a new, exciting series featuring an unforgettable new character by the Anthony, Barry & Macavity finalist and crime writer ... In this suspense-filled page-turner, Gia travels from her San Francisco neighborhood to her mother's native Sicily. There, in her efforts to seek justice for a senseless slaying, she stumbles across a complex underworld that knows more about her than she ever imagined. She soon finds herself face-to-face with a tangled web of deep dark secrets that threaten to destroy everything she ever believed was true. An exciting new series full of grit and heart all packed into an edge-of-your-seat suspense thriller. Gia and the Dark Night of the Soul is perfect for fans of Marvel's Jessica Jones, Jackie Collins' Lucky Santangelo and Game of Thrones', Daenerys Targaryen. What readers are saying about Gia in the City of the Dead: "Gia is a smart and kick ass new heroine to root for!" - Erin A. "Gia is a fierce, gusty woman who is willing to sacrifice and do everything and anything to not only protect but avenge her family and friends." - Sharon Long "Gia Rocks. A new feisty, smart heroine and an exciting beginning of a new series!" - Ms. Reb "Kristi Belcamino hits the jackpot once again." "Once you start reading you can't stop." - MaryAnn Forbes less

Returns to full price January 26He thought he could get away with it. He was wrong.Gia Santella's hunt for her best friend leads her on a road trip to Mexico where she learns that there is no refuge from evil despite sunny skies and bucolic beaches.Many Americans flee to Baja, California to escape something--the drudgery of a 9-to-5 life. An abusive husband. A hefty tax bill.But others go there to kill... moreReturns to full price January 26He thought he could get away with it. He was wrong.Gia Santella's hunt for her best friend leads her on a road trip to Mexico where she learns that there is no refuge from evil despite sunny skies and bucolic beaches.Many Americans flee to Baja, California to escape something--the drudgery of a 9-to-5 life. An abusive husband. A hefty tax bill.But others go there to kill.The beauty of Baja hides dark secrets and soon Gia finds herself caught up in a group of ex-pats who like the advantages of living in a place where people can disappear without a trace and nobody bats an eye.But then Gia comes to town. She will risk everything to save the innocent ...Download this book because you love fierce women, dark mysteries, and riveting suspense. less

A Mediterranean cruise. A fascinating new friend. An assassin playing a deadly game of revenge. Vigilante heiress Gia Santella has everything that money can buy. It’s what she can’t buy—love, companionship, friendship—that eludes her. When Gia is forced to take a luxury cruise, she sets aside her vigilante ways. As she enjoys exotic lands and foods, a new friendship gives her hope that she might be able to lead a normal life like everybody else... moreA Mediterranean cruise. A fascinating new friend. An assassin playing a deadly game of revenge. Vigilante heiress Gia Santella has everything that money can buy. It’s what she can’t buy—love, companionship, friendship—that eludes her. When Gia is forced to take a luxury cruise, she sets aside her vigilante ways. As she enjoys exotic lands and foods, a new friendship gives her hope that she might be able to lead a normal life like everybody else. But like everything else in her life has done, her new friendship soon takes a deadly turn. It’s up to Gia to do what she does best—hunt for a killer to exact justice for those unable to do so themselves. With her new friendship on the line—and maybe her own life—Gia sets out to avenge the innocent once more. But this time, her desire for vendetta may be her undoing. If you like dark, twisted mysteries and kick butt women, you’ll love Black Widow. Get it now! less

They dine with bishops. They vacation with presidents. They sleep with movie stars. So who can stop them when their actions turn deadly? Sydney Rye and Gia Santella—two fierce vigilantes devoted to justice—meet for the first time when they find themselves caught up in a deadly Silicon Valley subculture revolving around some of the most powerful men in the world... moreThey dine with bishops. They vacation with presidents. They sleep with movie stars. So who can stop them when their actions turn deadly? Sydney Rye and Gia Santella—two fierce vigilantes devoted to justice—meet for the first time when they find themselves caught up in a deadly Silicon Valley subculture revolving around some of the most powerful men in the world. It doesn’t take long for them to realize that the elite group of men are playing a depraved and deadly game and nobody will dare to interfere. It’s left up to the two women to risk it all to stop the men and save more innocent lives. Gia Santella and Sydney Rye soon realize they must learn to trust each other—not only to stop the men—but to survive. Taste of Vengeance is a fast-paced, compelling, and suspenseful thriller! If you like take-charge heroines, edge-of-your-seat suspense, and gritty drama, you’ll love this action-packed story! BUY "TASTE OF VENGEANCE" TODAY TO BEGIN THE ADVENTURE! less

Named one of Barnes & Noble's 20 Favorite Indie Books of 2018 For fans of Patricia Cornwell and Mark Dawson: Introducing an exciting new series from bestselling thriller writer Kristi Belcamino! They are the forgotten girls. The lost ones with haunted eyes wandering the gritty streets of San Francisco. Gia Santella, long experienced in fighting her own demons — is drawn into a battle for the girl's very lives... moreNamed one of Barnes & Noble's 20 Favorite Indie Books of 2018 For fans of Patricia Cornwell and Mark Dawson: Introducing an exciting new series from bestselling thriller writer Kristi Belcamino! They are the forgotten girls. The lost ones with haunted eyes wandering the gritty streets of San Francisco. Gia Santella, long experienced in fighting her own demons — is drawn into a battle for the girl's very lives. The vigilante heiress soon discovers that much more than bad choices are to blame for the girls’ circumstances. "Grounded by a tough-as-nails heroine, Belcamino indulges readers in a twisted tale that thrills at breakneck speed." — from Barnes & Noble less

not a choice...It's her destiny.Gia Santella has settled into domestic life with a vengeance. The days of drinking too much, driving too fast, and going home with an assortment of cute boys have come to a screeching halt.But her world is upended when a little girl escaping a brutal life in Guatemala is thrust into her life. Gia finds herself fighting against her most ruthless enemy yet—a deadly and vicious force whose powerful reach extends across continents... morenot a choice...It's her destiny.Gia Santella has settled into domestic life with a vengeance. The days of drinking too much, driving too fast, and going home with an assortment of cute boys have come to a screeching halt.But her world is upended when a little girl escaping a brutal life in Guatemala is thrust into her life. Gia finds herself fighting against her most ruthless enemy yet—a deadly and vicious force whose powerful reach extends across continents.The sixth novel in an intense thriller series authored by USA Today Best Selling Author Kristi Belcamino. Fans of JD Robb, Lisa Gardner, Atomic Blonde, and Killing Eve will love the suspense, romance, and twists of these fast-moving thrillers. ________________________What readers are ★★★★★ "...fantastic! "★★★★★ "...mesmerizing..."★★★★★ "...thrilling page-turner..."★★★★★ "...satisfies on so many levels."★★★★★ "...this book grabs you and doesn’t let go." less

A group of hackers fighting for the underdog. A greedy society that will stop at nothing to get what they want.Gia Santella is no stranger to San Francisco’s gritty streets, dark underbelly, and unusual crimes. But when the vigilante heiress comes up against a powerful evil trying to destroy her beloved city she realizes her enemies will stop at nothing to make sure she stays out of the way... moreA group of hackers fighting for the underdog. A greedy society that will stop at nothing to get what they want.Gia Santella is no stranger to San Francisco’s gritty streets, dark underbelly, and unusual crimes. But when the vigilante heiress comes up against a powerful evil trying to destroy her beloved city she realizes her enemies will stop at nothing to make sure she stays out of the way.After the bodies of young men start turning up on city streets, Gia finds a disturbing connection that puts her in a desperate and deadly race against time. Her efforts bring her face-to-face with a new enemy so dangerous she finds herself in the fight of her life to save not only her beloved city, but the lives of her dearest friends.The seventh novel in an intense thriller series authored by USA Today Best Selling Author Kristi Belcamino. Fans of JD Robb, Lisa Gardner, Atomic Blonde, and Killing Eve will love the suspense, romance, and twists of these fast-moving thrillers.________________________What readers are ★★★★★ "...captivating..."★★★★★ "...another winner..."★★★★★ "...highly recommend..."★★★★★ "...filled with dark mysteries..."★★★★★ "...adrenaline fueled roller coaster of a ride..." less

Gia Santella wasn’t sure she ever wanted to be a mother, but when 8-year-old Rosalie came into her life, she immediately took to the girl and never looked back.Now Rosalie’s real father has decided he wants her back. And unfortunately, this daddy is head of one of the world’s most powerful drug cartels.Nico Morales is determined to get his daughter, no matter what the cost. Gia vows to fight to the death—his or hers—to stop him... moreGia Santella wasn’t sure she ever wanted to be a mother, but when 8-year-old Rosalie came into her life, she immediately took to the girl and never looked back.Now Rosalie’s real father has decided he wants her back. And unfortunately, this daddy is head of one of the world’s most powerful drug cartels.Nico Morales is determined to get his daughter, no matter what the cost. Gia vows to fight to the death—his or hers—to stop him.But when the two meet, they realize that a fight-to-the-death custody battle is the least of their problems.The eighth novel in an intense thriller series authored by USA Today Best Selling Author Kristi Belcamino. Fans of JD Robb, Lisa Gardner, Atomic Blonde, and Killing Eve will love the suspense, romance, and twists of these fast-moving thrillers.________________________What readers are ★★★★★ "Loved it."★★★★★ "...excellent..."★★★★★ "...tantalizing twists..."★★★★★ "...Belcamino at her best..."★★★★★ "...the BEST Gia book, by far." less

Gia Santella and Rosalie have fallen into domestic life at an estate outside Mexico City where the seemingly endless days are long, lazy, and luxurious ...The sun-drenched days seem as if they will last forever. Even though Gia must return to San Francisco when Rosalie's school starts again, that reality seems far away.Meanwhile, Nico Morales is intent on finding a way to exit his role as the head of one of the world's most powerful cartels so he can be the father Rosalie needs... moreGia Santella and Rosalie have fallen into domestic life at an estate outside Mexico City where the seemingly endless days are long, lazy, and luxurious ...The sun-drenched days seem as if they will last forever. Even though Gia must return to San Francisco when Rosalie's school starts again, that reality seems far away.Meanwhile, Nico Morales is intent on finding a way to exit his role as the head of one of the world's most powerful cartels so he can be the father Rosalie needs. His only desire in life now is to keep the girl safe.But his actions to protect her backfire terribly and in the most horrific way.And it's up to Gia to save them all.Now she must risk it all for those she loves. less

Now that her boyfriend is in a Witness Protection program in San Diego, Gia has decided to spend a little more time enjoying perfect weather, endless sunshine, and gorgeous beaches.Her new tranquility is a stark contrast to her busy San Francisco life.But beneath the surface of the bucolic California city lurks a deadly presence intent on demolishing any bit of hard-won peace, love, and serenity that Gia has won.And this time it’s personal... moreNow that her boyfriend is in a Witness Protection program in San Diego, Gia has decided to spend a little more time enjoying perfect weather, endless sunshine, and gorgeous beaches.Her new tranquility is a stark contrast to her busy San Francisco life.But beneath the surface of the bucolic California city lurks a deadly presence intent on demolishing any bit of hard-won peace, love, and serenity that Gia has won.And this time it’s personal.Gia will risk it all to protect what is most important to her and she won’t hesitate to destroy anyone who stands in her way.Even if she loses her own life in doing so.The tenth novel in an intense thriller series authored by USA Today Best Selling Author Kristi Belcamino. Fans of JD Robb, Lisa Gardner, Atomic Blonde, and Killing Eve will love the suspense, romance, and twists of these fast-moving thrillers.________________________What readers are ★★★★★ "... powerful..."★★★★★ "...couldn't put it down."★★★★★ "Larger than life characters..."★★★★★ "...gripping from start to finish."★★★★★ "...a thrilling game of cat and mouse..." less

The 11th book in the USA TODAY Bestselling series.From the moment a killer took her family away from her, Gia has fought tooth and nail against a threatening/looming destiny she’s been unwilling to confront—that of a lone wolf vigilante assassin.Over the years, she’s created new families, dived into new loves and relationships, but one after the other, every family unit she’s tried to form has been taken away -- one way or the other... moreThe 11th book in the USA TODAY Bestselling series.From the moment a killer took her family away from her, Gia has fought tooth and nail against a threatening/looming destiny she’s been unwilling to confront—that of a lone wolf vigilante assassin.Over the years, she’s created new families, dived into new loves and relationships, but one after the other, every family unit she’s tried to form has been taken away -- one way or the other.Distraught at the possibility of losing everything yet again, Gia takes off for the south of France intent on living a hedonistic life the way she knows how to best: drinking, smoking, sunbathing topless and spending long lust-filled nights with smooth-chested men.But nothing is ever that simple for Gia.Her plans to indulge her every fantasy are shattered when one of those beautiful young people end up dead in her villa.Now it’s up to Gia to make sure more bodies don’t stain her parquet floors. And that the sophisticated French detective doesn’t end up taking her into custody for it all.BUY NOW IF YOU WANT HEART-POUNDING STAY-UP-ALL NIGHT READING! less

Book 12 in the USA TODAY bestselling Gia Santella Crime Thriller series.Underneath the beautiful Indonesian island a poisonous darkness has taken hold. The peaceful islanders now live in fear. They sought sanctuary but have been invaded by evil."Gia is a completely new heroine for the modern era."Bereft over the death of another loved one, Gia Santella leaves Barcelona with a backpack slung over her shoulder containing all her worldly belongings... moreBook 12 in the USA TODAY bestselling Gia Santella Crime Thriller series.Underneath the beautiful Indonesian island a poisonous darkness has taken hold. The peaceful islanders now live in fear. They sought sanctuary but have been invaded by evil."Gia is a completely new heroine for the modern era."Bereft over the death of another loved one, Gia Santella leaves Barcelona with a backpack slung over her shoulder containing all her worldly belongings.Determined to live as a nomad until she finds Rose—the young woman she raised as her own—Gia’s quest leads to a camp of misfit surfers on a small Indonesian island.A dark evil has recently taken hold of the island and threatens the surfers and villagers who now live in constant fear.Gia’s arrival sets in motion a series of deadly events leading to a bloody trail of bodies strewn across the island.It’s up to Gia to stop the slaughter before she and Rose are the next victims.Dark Vengeance is the twelfth book in the USA TODAY Bestselling Gia Santella Crime Thriller series. If you like take-charge heroines, fast-paced page turners, and gritty dramas, then you’ll love Kristi Belcamino’s tale of revenge.Buy Dark Vengeance to create your own brand of justice today!Author's Note: Dark Vengeance is a fast-paced, edge-of-your-seat, bestselling thriller with a flawed but big-hearted vigilante heroine who loves nothing better than kicking butt and taking names for those who can't do so themselves. less

A ruthless killer intent on wreaking havoc in San Francisco through a series of senseless slayings will do anything to escape detection, including making sure Gia Santella is the one who takes the fall ...After years abroad, Gia Santella has finally gone home to San Francisco searching for meaning in a life full of loss.As she reconnects with old friends and attempts to carve out a new life for herself, she is unknowingly caught up in the machinations of a killer intent on escaping capture... moreA ruthless killer intent on wreaking havoc in San Francisco through a series of senseless slayings will do anything to escape detection, including making sure Gia Santella is the one who takes the fall ...After years abroad, Gia Santella has finally gone home to San Francisco searching for meaning in a life full of loss.As she reconnects with old friends and attempts to carve out a new life for herself, she is unknowingly caught up in the machinations of a killer intent on escaping capture.When detectives start digging into her past and ultimately accuse her of murder, Gia finds herself in the fight of her life to not only prove her innocence, but also to stop the slaying of more innocent people.Author’s Note: Dark Justice—the 13th book in the USA TODAY Bestselling Gia Santella Crime Thriller series—is a fast-paced, edge-of-your-seat, bestselling thriller with a flawed but big-hearted vigilante heroine who loves nothing better than kicking butt and taking names for those who can't do so themselves. If you like take-charge heroines, fast-paced page turners, and gritty dramas, then you’ll love Kristi Belcamino’s tale of revenge.Buy Dark Justice to create your own brand of justice today! less

Book 14 in the USA Today Bestselling Gia Santella Crime Thriller series by Agatha, Anthony, Barry & Macavity finalist Kristi Belcamino.