The Crimson Knot: An FBI Agent Daisy Adams Thriller (Book 2)
Nadija Mujagic
Reader Reviews
4.8
4 ratings
Tracy H.
Apr 19, 2026
Nadija Mujagić delivers another standout entry in the Daisy Adams series with The Crimson Knot—gripping, smart, and impossible to put down. From the very first page, The Crimson Knot grabs hold and pulls you into a chilling mystery that only gets deeper and darker. Mujagić has crafted a masterfully written thriller that balances psychological suspense, procedural intrigue, and just enough emotional depth to keep you fully invested from beginning to end.
Set in 1992, the story follows FBI Agent Daisy Adams as she investigates the mysterious disappearance of Julia Monroe, a seemingly well-adjusted Harvard grad who vanishes without warning shortly after returning home. What starts as a routine missing persons case quickly turns into something far more complex and sinister. And when the case starts to echo the unsolved disappearance of a child from years earlier… things get chilling fast.
Daisy Adams continues to be such a compelling lead. She's smart, driven, and refreshingly human—confident in her instincts but not immune to doubt or missteps, which makes her feel incredibly real. Watching her untangle the clues—especially as they connect to a cold case from years earlier—was both satisfying and chilling.
The pacing is just right: never too slow, never rushed. Each chapter reveals just enough to keep you guessing but never overwhelming you with too much at once.Mujagić drops just enough hints along the way to keep you guessing without ever feeling predictable. The dialogue is believable, the secondary characters are memorable, and the 1990s setting adds a subtle, nostalgic edge that works really well for the story.
If you're a fan of well-crafted FBI thrillers with strong female leads and complex plots, this series needs to be on your radar. The Crimson Knot raises the stakes from book one, and I can’t wait to see where Daisy Adams goes next.
Highly recommended for fans of crime fiction, psychological suspense, and page-turning mysteries!
Set in 1992, the story follows FBI Agent Daisy Adams as she investigates the mysterious disappearance of Julia Monroe, a seemingly well-adjusted Harvard grad who vanishes without warning shortly after returning home. What starts as a routine missing persons case quickly turns into something far more complex and sinister. And when the case starts to echo the unsolved disappearance of a child from years earlier… things get chilling fast.
Daisy Adams continues to be such a compelling lead. She's smart, driven, and refreshingly human—confident in her instincts but not immune to doubt or missteps, which makes her feel incredibly real. Watching her untangle the clues—especially as they connect to a cold case from years earlier—was both satisfying and chilling.
The pacing is just right: never too slow, never rushed. Each chapter reveals just enough to keep you guessing but never overwhelming you with too much at once.Mujagić drops just enough hints along the way to keep you guessing without ever feeling predictable. The dialogue is believable, the secondary characters are memorable, and the 1990s setting adds a subtle, nostalgic edge that works really well for the story.
If you're a fan of well-crafted FBI thrillers with strong female leads and complex plots, this series needs to be on your radar. The Crimson Knot raises the stakes from book one, and I can’t wait to see where Daisy Adams goes next.
Highly recommended for fans of crime fiction, psychological suspense, and page-turning mysteries!
Brittany F.
Feb 8, 2026
I enjoyed The Crimson Knot very much! Book 2 is so much internal talk. A detective on the brink of demotion if the ki!!er isn't found, a mother whose daughter is missing but unsure if it was willing or unwillingly. The emotions run deep. 4 ⭐ and on to The Final Stitch.
Carla B.
Feb 8, 2026
FBI Agent Daisy Adams is back on the case in The Crimson Knot, and things are getting even darker. What looks like an accidental death unravels into something far more disturbing, and Daisy soon realizes she’s chasing a killer with a chilling pattern. As the body count rises and the pressure builds, Daisy finds herself caught in a high-stakes race that tests her instincts, her limits, and her trust. This is a fictional story inspired by real events, and it shows.
Okay, I was hooked. I devoured The Crimson Knot in half a day because I couldn’t stop reading. You know how sometimes a sequel feels like filler? Not this one. It’s the perfect follow-up to The First Thread and somehow manages to crank up the intensity even more.
Daisy Adams is one of those characters who stays with you. She’s smart, she’s determined, and in this book, she’s also starting to feel the emotional toll of the cases she's working. The danger feels more personal this time. I was fully invested.
The pacing? Nonstop. The twists? On point. And just when I thought I had a handle on what was happening, the ending hit me. I won’t spoil it, but let’s just say… cliffhanger. A serious one. I don’t always love cliffhangers, but this one had me immediately wishing for book three because I had to know what happened next.
If you’re into psychological thrillers with a true crime edge and complex female leads, you’re going to love this series. Nadija Mujagic delivers tension and emotion without ever feeling overdone. It’s dark and gritty but still human.
The Vibes It Brings:
Okay, I was hooked. I devoured The Crimson Knot in half a day because I couldn’t stop reading. You know how sometimes a sequel feels like filler? Not this one. It’s the perfect follow-up to The First Thread and somehow manages to crank up the intensity even more.
Daisy Adams is one of those characters who stays with you. She’s smart, she’s determined, and in this book, she’s also starting to feel the emotional toll of the cases she's working. The danger feels more personal this time. I was fully invested.
The pacing? Nonstop. The twists? On point. And just when I thought I had a handle on what was happening, the ending hit me. I won’t spoil it, but let’s just say… cliffhanger. A serious one. I don’t always love cliffhangers, but this one had me immediately wishing for book three because I had to know what happened next.
If you’re into psychological thrillers with a true crime edge and complex female leads, you’re going to love this series. Nadija Mujagic delivers tension and emotion without ever feeling overdone. It’s dark and gritty but still human.
The Vibes It Brings:
Mandy S.
Feb 8, 2026
The Crimson Knot is a chilling and gripping thriller with a smart, strong female lead and a twisty plot that keeps you hooked. It builds on the first book in all the right ways, raising the stakes and deepening the mystery. Based on true events, it’s a must-read for fans of dark, suspenseful thrillers and crime fiction!