Consumed

Praise for Lisa Jackson’s Alvarez & Pescoli Series

“Longtime fans of the series should find this installment satisfying, as Jackson continues to develop plot points and themes established in previous tomes, detailing how her two heroines navigate the often treacherous waters of their jobs and personal lives. Newcomers should also enjoy it, as it presents a satisfying, well-written, well-executed standalone mystery, which displays a general good humor even as it ratchets up the tension with each successive chapter.” —Mystery Scene on Expecting to Die

“Exciting thriller . . . Jackson skillfully interweaves the suspense, deft characterizations and a well-crafted plot.” —Publishers Weekly on Born to Die

“A very twisted tale!” —Suspense Magazine on Ready to Die

"The ins and outs keep you guessing." —The Pilot on Expecting to Die

“Jackson is an expert at plot complications and they abound in Expecting to Die.” —The Kitsap Sun

“The latest in Lisa Jackson’s appealing series involving Montana detectives Regan Pescoli and Selena Alvarez, and it wastes no time gripping readers . . . a real page-turner, suspenseful and genuinely scary in places, and if you exclude the possibility of slaughters by the mythic Big Foot, it should keep readers guessing. A Grade- A thriller! And no, you certainly don’t have to believe in Big Foot!” —PCA/ACA Mystery & Detective Fiction Reading List on Expecting to Die

“You can’t go wrong with a thriller from this author.” —The Pilot on Afraid to Die

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs