Gripped by Fear
Pete Shannon and Marilyn Benson find themselves working their biggest case yet in their new role as Chicago Police Detectives. In this second book of the Chicago Warrior Thriller Series, a madman has inexplicably targeted women who labor as office cleaners in downtown Chicago, sexually assaulting them as they travel to and from their job.

As the number of victims begins to mount, the two investigators are pressured by their boss to solve this horrendous crime pattern. Local community organizations soon stage protest rallies at City Hall, convincing the media that the city has become “gripped by fear” as a result of the rapes. The Mayor demands quick action by the Police Superintendent to end this reign of terror. The heat is on, as summer in Chicago begins to sizzle, forcing the two detectives to put their lives on the line as they attempt to capture this demon of the darkness.

In the midst of it all, Marilyn learns some disturbing news that forces her to choose between her loyalty to Pete and the man she loves....and in the dramatic climax Marilyn’s Christian faith plays a major role in saving her life.

Praise for Gripped by Fear!:
“Gripped by Fear is as authentic as it gets. John Wills brings all of his law enforcement experience as well as his writing skills together to bring us a terrific read.”
--Lt. Randy Sutton, Las Vegas Metro PD’s “most highly decorated officer in department history”; Author of True Blue and A Cops Life Law Enforcement Commentator, Fox News

“Gripped by Fear is Christian fiction's equivalent of Law and Order: gritty yet filled with hope in the ultimate triumph, delivering a thrilling read that Christian readers will appreciate.”
--Alex Jurek, INDenverTimes.com

“…Gripped by Fear is a not only a good mystery but also an exploration of the many challenges faced by today’s law enforcement officers. It will be of special interest to readers who enjoy books with a strong Christian theme.”
--Marilyn Olsen, President, Public Safety Writers Association

Once again John Wills delivers a nitty-gritty true-to-life "you can taste the atmosphere" story about the life of police officers on the often violent streets of Chicago. Captured in the language and with a feel that only a cop from Chicago can deliver, Gripped By Fear, second of the Chicago Warrior Thrillers, reveals some of the heroism, fears, motivation and courage cops everywhere can relate to.
Frank Borelli, Editor in Chief of Officer.com

“John Wills…takes you to the heart and soul of the Chicago undercover police force…taking note of every movement, every sound, things out of place—details only a veteran of law enforcement could provide. Woven through this police thriller is an inspirational message of faith. Gripped by Fear is a great read and a book you won’t want to miss.”
--Margaret Oleska, Richmond Book Examiner

“Gripped by Fear…puts the reader alongside Chicago PD’s finest…. The Chicago Warriors are a different breed of cop….their Christian faith.…a riveting and inspiring story.”
--Tim Dees, Former Editor-in-Chief, LawOfficer.com, and Officer.com

“Wills…writes with a keen insight and deep understanding of the criminal justice system…the author has succeeded in creating police officers who are not amoral super heroes, but decent human beings, doing their best under the most difficult of circumstances. Gripped by Fear is a great read!”
--Ed Kenney, Supervisor (Ret), FBI Academy Library

Author, John M.