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Suspended Retribution – Rob Ashman
An ominous insight into a killer’s mind, a murder disguised as a hit-and-run, an investigation leading nowhere and a competitive colleague, and on top of that a private life she needs to get in order… Roz Kray has her hands full in ‘Suspended Retribution,’ the captivating third instalment in the DI Rosalind Kray detective series! Storyline “My past is an armour I cannot take off, no matter how many times you tell me the war is over.” DI Rosalind Kray #3 ‘There is every need for me.” Who says this and why? What are their plans? It sounds ominous! DI Rosalind Kray acting DCI we should say – is called…
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The Third Breath – Malcolm Hollingdrake
What an absolute delight it is to once again be reconnected to my ‘old’ friends, DCI Cyril Bennett, DS David Owen, pathologist, Dr Julie Pritchett, and many more. I LOVE The Third Breath, the writing style, the excellently described and deviously twisted… yes, wouldn’t you like to know?! This seventh book in the DCI Bennett series feels special as it not only has a thrilling new case and a cold-blooded murderer but also reflects on previous investigations and colleagues no longer there, haunting memories of the past, combined with a perfect mixture of personal life and police investigation. Harrogate, once again, is the centre of attention… Highly recommended! Introduction DCI Bennett…
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Sticks and Stones – Jo Jakeman
Philip Rochester leaves behind three (ex-)wives and one son. And.. indigestion. At least that is what Imogen, (ex-)wife in the middle, feels. When we go back 22 days before the funeral – no, a lifetime before – we slowly but surely understand who Philip Rochester was in Jo Jakeman’s gripping, shocking thriller with its dark humour, ‘Sticks and Stones.’ Storyline Imogen is glad to be rid of her husband even if he refuses to grant her a divorce but instead, wants to divorce her. Yes, his reputation means all to him. But Imogen will not leave the home she built for herself and their little son, Alistair. When she goes…
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Everything’s Cool – Justin Carroll
Justin Carroll’s Everything Cool is a disturbing and dark psychological thriller that crawls into your head and does not let go. Who is Stan and what has he discovered? Is it all in his head or is there a devious plan to eradicate mankind? Who is behind this scheme and can Stan save the world or is it too late? Introduction Everything’s Cool starts with a shocking chapter. One that puts you on the wrong foot first – what is happening? Why is Stan acting in such a horrible way? He hates to do it but, as he needs to know the truth, there is only one option. Alas. How…
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The Long Revenge – Andrew Barrett
A gritty and gruesome thriller featuring CSI Eddy Collins. When his colleague is killed processing a murder scene Eddy is determined to catch the culprit Introduction Eddy Collins #4 I’m in shock after reading this captivating crime novel with a twist. Meet Eddie Collins a foul-mouthed no-nonsense CSI with a heart of gold. He is not good at socialising and has trouble facing facts even when they stare him right in the face. However, in his work he is simply the best: like a terrier, he gets his teeth into a case and does not let go until the crime is solved. Now he stands before what could very well be…
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Murder at the Book Club – Betsy Reavley
When reading and talking about books turns into a game of cat and mouse, when jealousy reigns and secrets are no longer hidden.. that is when a book club turns into a crime scene in Betsy Reavley’s intriguing new thriller ‘Murder at the Book Club.’ Storyline A Cambridge book club, whose members have become friends. Each meeting takes place at someone’s home and, although every single member has a different character, they share a love of and for books. We follow Toni on her way to the meeting and listen in on her – envious and snobbish – thoughts. Appearances are all that matters to judgmental Toni who is married to doting but extremely…
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This Little Piggy – Rob Ashman
Oh gosh, what a terrifying and nail-biting plot This Little Piggy has! Never again will a children’s rhyme be just that for me… A maniacal murderer with not only one plan to meticulously execute… it is gruesome and horrifying and most of all.. lethal! What a tangled web is woven and will our DI Rosalind – Roz – Kray be able to connect the dots before it is too late? Storyline DI Rosalind Kray #2 “This little piggy went to the market This little piggy stayed home…” DI Rosalind – Roz – Kray has the pleasure of being ‘acting DCI’ and thus, head of CID with, among others, DI Colin Brownlow…
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No One Will Hear – Joel Hames
What a fantastic thriller! I love it! Two arch enemies. A will. A murder most vile. Somehow, this forces the two to work together. But Sam Williams has problems of his own. Will he be able to solve them or will he delve his own grave? Follow me and find out… Introduction Elizabeth Maurier has been murdered. She has “left a legacy of justice, of noble service to the law, she has left memories of the battles she fought..” Sam Williams wonders why he has to attend the hearing of the will from his former mentor and boss. It is not like they were still friends. Or even colleagues. Among…
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Death on the Coast – Bernie Steadman
Gripping and heart-wrenching. Intriguing and captivating. Bernie Steadman’s third book in the ‘West Country Crime Mystery ‘ series is all that and more… DI, now DCI Dan Hellier and his team are horrified when a bonfire on the beach leaves… bones. Human bones. Someone has been gruesomely murdered. Introduction A West County Crime Mystery #3 What can be more enjoyable than a bonfire on the beach? A few friends with you, watching the flames get higher and feeling the heat closeby… but sadly, instead of a pleasant event, it will become a crime scene when the murdered remains of a body are found, left in the ashes… Murder most foul!…
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Death on Dartmoor – Bernie Steadman
Two murdered bodies are found in a Dartmoor bog and five teenagers are hospitalised due to a dangerous party drug. Time for DI Hellier and his team to act! Introduction A West County Crime Mystery #2 This is Bernie Steadman’s second book in the ‘West County Crime Mysteries’ and it’s rapidly becoming one of my favourite detective series! You can perfectly read it as a stand-alone, however, there are a few references and I feel having read the first book is not only insightful, but it also enhances the feeling of reconnecting with old friends. DI Dan Hellier is now fully accepted and respected by his team. Together with his right…
