Crime, Thriller & Mystery
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Riley Rochester Investigates Vols 1 – 3: Victorian Crime Mysteries
Death of a Debutante In 1870s London, Scotland Yard’s famous Detective Department is still in its infancy. Lord Riley Rochester, younger son of a marquess, is one of its first detective inspectors.
When a debutante is murdered in the home of Lord Ashton, Riley’s vengeful superior hands him the investigation, hoping to see him fail. As Riley and his sergeant, Jack Salter, delve into the circumstances surrounding Emily Ferguson’s death, it quickly becomes apparent that his own class expect him to exonerate its members from all blame. But the murder was committed at a society event, and Riley’s conscience won’t allow him to ignore the evidence that points to one of the guests—or hosts—being the killer.
Everyone has something to hide and tempers fray as a heatwave holds London in its sweltering grasp. When a second death occurs, Riley fears he may be incapable of preventing a terrible miscarriage of justice. Will he and Jack manage to uncover the true identity of the killer without endangering those whom Riley holds most dear…
Death of a Courtesan Detective Inspector Rochester and his sergeant, Jack Salter, are called to a high-end brothel to investigate the murder of one of its inhabitants. Her throat has been cut from after the customers had left for the night and the doors had been locked, and no one admits to hearing a thing.
As Riley and Jack delve into the beautiful young victim’s background and the reasons for her fall into prostitution, an increasing number of suspects with compelling reasons for wanting her dead emerge. Riley is astounded to discover that his nemesis, Chief Inspector Danforth, is one of the brothel’s regular visitors. He was there on the night of the murder, spent an hour alone with the victim and must be viewed as a suspect. Riley could be forgiven for revelling in Danforth’s downfall after all the insults he has suffered at the chief inspector’s hands, but his concern is for the reputation of the Detective Department and he does all he can to shield Danforth from public derision.
Unsurprised by the depths of depravity some men willingly sink to in order to find gratification, Riley is unprepared for the damage that could be done to the reputation of his own family if he doesn’t get to the truth. But at what cost to his personal ambitions…
Death of a Prosecutor Inspector Riley Rochester’s latest case strikes close to home. When his friend, notable barrister Sir Robert Glover, is stabbed to death outside his chambers, there are far too many suspects. Sir Robert’s family, those he worked with, shadowy figures from his past and every resentful criminal he ever prosecuted. What’s worse, the case is inextricably linked with a Scotland Yard colleague’s rather slipshod investigation, and Riley must be diplomatic in his dealings with his superiors and fellow officers if he’s to get to the truth.
Riley and his sergeant, Jack Salter, take to the task with their customary professionalism – although Riley’s judgement is clouded by nervous anticipation of Amelia Cosgrove’s response to his proposal of marriage and by the sudden decline in his nephew’s health. Knowing that if his nephew dies Riley will become his brother’s heir, he must come to terms with the fact that he will one day be the Marquess of Chichester whilst simultaneously trying to solve the hardest case of his career to date…Read more
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Murder in Transit: The bestselling Victorian mystery series (Railway Detective Book 22)
1866. On a train bound for Portsmouth, an elegant woman shares a first-class compartment with a gentleman in a celebratory mood. Giles Blanchard reveals his lecherous side as the journey gets underway, but he will never reach his home on the Isle of Wight alive. This chance encounter is to prove fortuitous for the woman and her partner-in-crime. They find themselves not only the richer for picking the dead man’s pocket, they also now possess the material for an extremely lucrative blackmail.
Detective Inspector Colbeck and Sergeant Leeming are swiftly dispatched to sift through the evidence. They are all too aware that with Her Majesty Queen Victoria spending the summer on the island, a speedy resolution to the case is a priority for their superiors. Tracing the pair who lured Blanchard to his death is an endeavour freighted with difficulties, but will the fact that their inquiries lead them to the door of a royal residence be one complication too many?
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DEAD END an utterly captivating historical murder mystery novel set in Victorian London (The Inspector Best Mysteries Book 2)
A beautiful young woman is found dead in a department store bed.She’s surrounded by white roses.
Detective Best is called from London to the grey and blustery north to investigate.
After finding out the girl was involved with local spiritualists, he meets a Dead End.
Everyone seems to have a reason for killing the girl – from her maid to her fiancé who happens to be the long-lost brother to the department store owner.
But she’s not the only girl who is missing.
Will Detective Best be able to face his own painful past in order to solve the case?
‘Dead End’ is a gripping historical murder mystery story from acclaimed author Joan Lock.
Praise for author Joan Lock:
“Gripping Victorian mystery” – Publishers Weekly on Dead Born
“Multilayered, ingeniously plotted, atmospheric and suspenseful, with an appealing hero… Lock’s latest Inspector Best novel makes outstanding reading for historical mystery buffs” – Booklist on Dead Letters
Joan Lock’s first book, ‘Lady Policeman’, described her six years as a policewoman in London’s West End during the 1950s. The next, ‘Reluctant Nightingale’, focused on her previous training as a nurse in the Northeast. Nine non-fiction, police/crime books followed including three on Scotland Yard’s First Detectives and the first history of the British Women Police, a subject on which she became an authority. This led to her writing extensively in the Police Press in support of women police when they were having a difficult time during integration and to acting as advisor and participant in the BBC4 TV documentary, A Fair Cop: One Hundred Years Of Women Police, screened in March 2015.
Joan has also written short stories, radio plays (some historical) and radio documentaries. Her crime fiction includes one modern novel, Death In Perspective, and seven Victorian mysteries featuring the charismatic Scotland Yard Detective Ernest Best.
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The Graves of Whitechapel: A darkly atmospheric historical crime thriller set in Victorian London
‘An enthralling read’ — DAILY MAIL
In the gripping new novel by the author of The Fourteenth Letter, a lawyer in Victorian London must find a man he got off a murder charge – and who seems to have killed again . . .
Victorian London, 1882.
Five years ago, crusading lawyer Cage Lackmann successfully defended Moses Pickering against a charge of murder. Now, a body is found bearing all the disturbing hallmarks of that victim – and Pickering is missing.
Cage’s reputation is in tatters, and worse, he is implicated in this new murder by the bitter detective who led the first failed case. Left with no other alternative, Cage must find Pickering to prove his innocence.
Did Cage free a brutal murderer? Or is there something more sinister at work?
PRAISE FOR CLAIRE EVANS
‘A darkly brilliant romp packed with intrigue and romance . . . curl up and prepare to become immersed’
Heat‘Exuberant plotting and witty prose. Great fun’
The Times‘Claire Evans has created a cast of deliciously sinister and mysterious characters. A hugely satisfying read’
Good Housekeeping‘If you enjoyed Kate Mosse’s Labyrinth or Jessie Burton’s The Miniaturist, then chances are you’re going to love this new thriller’
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The Fascination: The INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER … This year’s most bewitching, beguiling Victorian gothic novel
The estranged grandson of a wealthy collector of human curiosities becomes fascinated with teenaged twin sisters, leading them into a web of dark obsessions. A dazzlingly dark gothic novel from the bestselling author of The Somnambulist.
`Makes skilful use of the tropes of Victorian gothic fiction… a story of society’s outsiders seeking acceptance and redemption´ Sunday Times Book of the Month
`Mysterious, sometimes shocking, full of surprises and twists … brimming with Victorian wonders!´ Sean Lusk
`A magical, macabre masterpiece´ A.J. West
`Fascinating and immersive´ Anna Mazzola
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Victorian England. A world of rural fairgrounds and glamorous London theatres. A world of dark secrets and deadly obsessions…
Twin sisters Keziah and Tilly Lovell are identical in every way, except that Tilly hasn’t grown a single inch since she was five. Coerced into promoting their father’s quack elixir as they tour the country fairgrounds, at the age of fifteen the girls are sold to a mysterious Italian known as `Captain´.
Theo is an orphan, raised by his grandfather, Lord Seabrook, a man who has a dark interest in anatomical freaks and other curiosities … particularly the human kind. Resenting his grandson for his mother’s death in childbirth, when Seabrook remarries and a new heir is produced, Theo is forced to leave home without a penny to his name.
Theo finds employment in Dr Summerwell’s Museum of Anatomy in London, and here he meets Captain and his theatrical ‘family’ of performers, freaks and outcasts.
But it is Theo’s fascination with Tilly and Keziah that will lead all of them into a web of deceits, exposing the darkest secrets and threatening everything they know…
Exploring universal themes of love and loss, the power of redemption and what it means to be unique, The Fascination is an evocative, glittering and bewitching gothic novel that brings alive Victorian London – and darkness and deception that lies beneath…
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`An opium trance of a novel, a vivid fantasmagoria´ Noel O’Reilly
`Deliciously dark, full of twists and surprises´ Liz Hyder
`Filled with gothic darkness and glorious hope´ Liz Fenwick
`Rich, dark and heady … a glorious gothic carnival´ Kate Griffin
`Truly unexpected and original´ Kate Forsyth
`Beautifully researched, full of horrors and delights´ Bridget Walsh
`A cast of characters Dickens would be proud of´ Frances Quinn
`A dizzying potion of a novel´ Polly Crosby
`A twisty, gothic´ Rebecca John
`Rich in peril, tempered with strange, theatrical beauty´ Kate Mascarenhas
`Haunting and emotive´ Gill Paul
`A gorgeously gothic slice of Victoriana´ Katherine Clements
`Very fine historical fiction´ Emma Carroll
`So inventive and surprising´ Juliet West
`A sumptuous, gothic treat´ Caroline Green
`A wonderful, captivating carnival of a novel´ Elizabeth Fremantle
`Wonderfully vivid and touching´ Adele Geras
`I loved this story of a group of wonderful others´ Marika Cobbold
`Atmospheric, gripping and ultimately uplifting´ Karen Coles
`Richly detailed, beautifully written´ Michael J Malone
`The very best kind of gothic´ Lianne Dillsworth
`Masterful´ Louise Swanson
`A kaleidoscopic, twisting, devilish novel´ Dan Bassett, Bookseller
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Personal Injuries (Kindle County Book 5)
A portrayal of imperfect justice, Personal Injuries is Scott Turow’s fifth Kindle County legal thriller.
Robbie Feaver is a successful personal injury lawyer, with a burgeoning practice, a way with the ladies and a beautiful wife he loves – who is dying of an incurable illness. He also has a secret bank account where he occasionally deposits funds which make their way into the pockets of judges who decide Robbie’s cases.
Robbie is apprehended and, in exchange for leniency, agrees to ‘wear a wire’ as he continues to try to fix decisions. The FBI agent assigned to supervise him goes by the alias of Evon Miller. She is stocky, lonely, uncomfortable in her skin, and impervious to Robbie’s charms. And she carries secrets of her own . . .
As the law tightens its net, Robbie’s and Evon’s stories will converge thrillingly and ultimately tragically . . .
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Devoted: A Dark Mafia Romance (Beneath The Mask Series Book 3)
Luca
From foster kid to mafia boss.
I was the undeserving king to the throne, forced into this role after my estranged father’s death.
I gave up everything to build my empire.
Up until this point, nothing else mattered.
That was until I kidnapped my enemy’s daughter, and she captured my heart.
Rosa Falcone. il mio tesoro.
When fate drags Rosa back into my world, I can’t make the same mistake again.
Even when the future of the mafia depends on my arranged marriage. I still can’t resist her.
She is mine.
There’s no way in hell I can watch her marry another man.
Even if it means starting a war.Rosa
The wild child, the spoilt mafia princess.
No one understood my pain, so I hid behind the mask.
That was until Luca Russo stole me from my life, only to put me back together again.
I gave him my heart, and he let me go—back into the arms of my abuser.
This time, I don’t have anyone to protect me.
Or so I thought.
Luca might not be mine to keep, but that doesn’t stop me from falling deeper.
But when the world is against us, how much would we be willing to sacrifice to have our happily ever after?This is book 3 of the Beneath The Mask series, which is an interconnected series of standalone books.
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The Safety Net (Inspector Montalbano mysteries Book 25)
Set on the coast of Sicily, The Safety Net is the twenty-fifth novel in the bestselling Inspector Montalbano series by Andrea Camilleri.
***Adapted for BBC4’s Inspector Montalbano series***
Vigàta is bustling as the new filming location for a Swedish television series set in 1950. In the production frenzy, the director asks the locals to track down movies and vintage photos to faithfully recreate the air of Vigàta at that time. Meanwhile, Montalbano is grappling with a double mystery, one that emerges from the past and another that leads him into the future . . .
Engineer Ernesto Sabatello, rummaging in the attic of his house, finds some films shot by his father between 1958 and 1963, always on the same day, 27th March, and always the same shot: the outside wall of a country house. Montalbano hears the story and, intrigued, begins to investigate its meaning.
Meanwhile, a middle school is threatened by a group of armed men, and a closer look at the case finds Montalbano looking into the students themselves and delving into the world of social media.
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The Institution: Scare yourself silly this Halloween with the new gasp-inducing killer crime thriller from the million-copy bestselling author
‘Deliciously dark and utterly compelling – I couldn’t put it down.’ – CLARE MACKINTOSH
They’re locked up for your safety.
Now, you’re locked in with them.
How do you find a murderer in a prison full of killers?
On a locked ward in the world’s highest-security prison hospital, a scream shatters the night.
A nurse has been murdered and her daughter has been taken.
And with only five days to find the girl, the clock is ticking for Dr Connie Woolwine to find a killer hiding in plain sight…
Welcome to The Institution. The locked room thriller readers don’t want to leave.
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‘An absolutely mind-blowing suspense thriller.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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‘Deliciously creepy, unflinching and addictive.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘A first-class locked room thriller.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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‘Helen Fields’ talent for creating atmospheric thrillers knows no bounds.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘A real page-turner; what a ride straight from the outset. I felt physically chilled.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Chilling, claustrophobic and packed with twists and turns.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Original and innovative…a crackingly scary thriller.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Dark, atmospheric, creepy and hauntingly good. Kept me guessing until the end – I loved it.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Daughter of Damascus : Her Secret Life Will Shock the World
Imagine yourself walking the cobblestone streets of Damascus, where history comes alive. You’ll hear the echoes of ancient civilizations and feel the magic of the city in the air. But be careful, for there are dangers lurking in the shadows.
Then, you’ll be transported to the glittering metropolis of Dubai, where luxury is the norm. You’ll stay in five-star hotels, dine in Michelin-starred restaurants. But even in this paradise, there is darkness lurking beneath the surface.
And throughout your journey, you’ll be trying to solve the mystery of a heartbreaking murder. And you’ll need to use all your wits to unravel the truth.“A deeply intelligent, dramatically captivating murder mystery.” Kirkus Reviews
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THE COMPLETE DETECTIVE JOANNA PIERCY MYSTERIES BOOKS 1–15 fifteen gripping British mysteries (Crime Thriller Box Sets)
GET **FIFTEEN** UTTERLY GRIPPING MURDER MYSTERIES IN ONE GREAT-VALUE BOX SET.These accomplished police procedurals set in the Staffordshire Moorlands are perfect for fans of Elly Griffiths, Joy Ellis, L.J. Ross and Angela Marsons.
IN THIS FIFTEEN-BOOK BOX SET:
BOOK 1: KILLER ON THE MOORS
It’s Detective Joanna Piercy’s first day back at work after her promotion. You could cut the tension with a knife. But there’s a missing nurse to find.BOOK 2: BURNT ON THE MOORS
The burnt body of a ten-year-old boy is found up on the moors. DI Joanna Piercy is determined to catch whoever did this.BOOK 3: FROZEN ON THE MOORS
Detective Piercy might have a serial killer on her hands when a young woman is found frozen on the moors and a local mother never makes it home.BOOK 4: KIDNAP ON THE MOORS
Powerful lawyer Jonathan Selkirk receives a threatening letter hours before suffering a heart attack. The next day he’s missing, leaving only a trail of blood behind.BOOK 5: MISSING ON THE MOORS
Detective Piercy discovers farmer Aaron Hardacre and his son Jack shot dead. But Aaron’s daughter Ruthie is nowhere to be found. Is she the killer?BOOK 6: MURDER ON THE MOORS
The milkman discovers Nan Lawrence’s body — there’s blood spatter all over the tapestry she was embroidering. Detective Piercy must catch a vicious killer.BOOK 7: HIDDEN ON THE MOORS
Five-year-old Madeleine Wiltshaw is missing. No one saw her disappear from the playground at the end of the day. Detective Piercy starts up a desperate search, but Maddie could be hidden anywhere on these moors.BOOK 8: STALKER ON THE MOORS
Detective Piercy investigates the case of a missing woman. Then a body is found. Strangled and dumped under a hedge on a moorland road . . .BOOK 9: REVENGE ON THE MOORS
A local moorland resident discovers a body at the bottom of her garden. His head has been crushed. Detective Piercy knows foul play is involved.BOOK 10: ALONE ON THE MOORS
Fourteen-year-old Kayleigh Harrison lies barely alive outside a nightclub. She was brutally attacked — and left to freeze to death in the snow. Detective Piercy must bring her attacker to justice.BOOK 11: FEAR ON THE MOORS
Detective Piercy investigates claims that an elderly woman is being stalked in her own home. Then a body is dug up from an ancient well on her property. There’s certainly something sinister going on up on the moors.BOOK 12: GUILT ON THE MOORS
Two French teens have gone missing from a lonely old B&B at Rudyard Lake. Can Detective Piercy find them alive?BOOK 13: TRAPPED ON THE MOORS
Detective Piercy is looking for a missing man. Then she uncovers a shocking link to the recent death of a local boy.BOOK 14: TAKEN ON THE MOORS
A ninety-six-year-old man disappears from his residential home in his slippers. Detective Piercy searches desperately to find him before it’s too late.BOOK 15: BLOOD ON THE MOORS
Detective Piercy finds Anthony Newton decomposing in his bath tub. Someone clearly hated him to stab him to death and leave him like this. But where is his wife?**YOU GET ALL FIFTEEN BOOKS IN THIS BOX SET**
THE DETECTIVE
Detective Joanna Piercy is an outsider in this remote moorland town. And now she has to deal with her male colleagues who were passed over for the job. But Joanna knows she doesn’t need friends to get things done.THE SETTING
Leek is a historic market town nestled in the Staffordshire Moorlands. This small town and its surrounding rugged moorlands, complete with spectacular views, are full of local character — and danger.Read more
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The Echo Man: The most gripping and terrifying debut serial killer thriller you will read this year! (Major Crimes, Book 1)
An incredible thriller which will keep you up all night…
Once you start reading you won’t be able to put it down!The murders have begun…
Across England, a string of murders is taking place. Each different in method, but each horrifying and brutal.But the killer is just getting started…
Jess Ambrose is plunged into the investigation when her house is set ablaze. With her husband dead and the police pointing at her, she runs. Her only hope is disgraced detective Nate Griffin, who is convinced Jess is innocent.And he’s going to shock the world…
Soon, Jess and Griffin discover the unthinkable; this murderer is copying the world’s most notorious serial killers. And now, imitation isn’t enough. The killer dubbed The Echo Man is ready to create his own masterpiece, and it will be more terrifying than anything that has come before…‘Evokes a classic, satisfying, red-blooded fear…a stellar debut’ A. J. Finn, author of The Woman in the Window
‘Sam Holland has created one of the most disturbing, shocking serial killers in recent memor’ M.W. Craven, author of The Puppet Show
‘Utterly compelling, the story rushes forward relentlessly…a writer to watch’ Daily Mail
‘Twisted and unsettling with complex, troubled characters’ Harriet Tyce, author of Blood Orange
‘I loved this book and absolutely devoured it…brilliant’ Catherine Cooper, author of The Chalet
‘I raced through this absolute page-turner and slept with the light on after finishing it!’ Elle Croft, author of The Guilty Wife
‘Sam Holland will keep you gripped’ Jo Furniss, author of All the Little Children
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A Deadly Deal: A dark financial thriller (Rupert Brett Thriller Book 1)
The trading floor should be counted in deals not bodies, yet they are mounting in number. Can a dealer trade on his wits and manage to stay alive?
1980s London. Rupert Brett has high expectations as he enters the world of property investment. His mind is filled with thoughts of exciting deals, big bonuses and one-night stands with beautiful women. Instead he finds himself lost in a world of corruption, blackmail and murder.
Alone without any allies, his only asset is his intelligence. When he finds himself the prime suspect for murder, Rupert fights against double dealing, treachery and money laundering. Following a trail that leads to Italy and back, he has to find a way to sting the dealers before his life and those he cares about are forfeit.
Buy A Deadly Deal today to see if Rupert can leverage his only commodity and survive the brutal game of winner takes all?
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The Deal
IN THE VIDEO, YOUR DAUGHTER IS DEAD. BUT UPSTAIRS, TUCKED IN BED, SHE’S VERY MUCH ALIVE…
Things have been difficult for Annie since her husband left; her teenage daughter, Isla, has become a ghost of her former self. Annie’s terrified that Isla might hurt herself, and she’ll lose her, too. So when Annie receives a video of her crying at her daughter’s funeral, she’s immediately sick to her stomach.
Confused and horrified, Annie races upstairs to check on Isla, who is perfectly alive and well. The video has been faked. But who sent it and what do they want?
Only one thing is perfectly clear: Isla will die for real if Annie doesn’t give the sender exactly what they’re looking for.
The Deal is a thrilling and unputdownable novel that asks you how far you’d go to protect the ones you love. Perfect for fans of Adrian McKinty and Steve Cavanagh.
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Deal Breaker (Myron Bolitar Book 1)
The truth can get you killed… A stunning thriller from the SUNDAY TIMES bestselling author of SIX YEARS.
Investigator and sports agent Myron Bolitar is poised on the edge of the big-time. So is Christian Steele, a rookie quarterback and Myron’s prized client. But when Christian gets a phone call from a former girlfriend, a woman who everyone, including the police, believes is dead, the deal starts to go sour.
Suddenly Myron is plunged into a baffling mystery of sex and blackmail. Trying to unravel the truth about a family’s tragedy, a woman’s secret and a man’s lies, Myron is up against the dark side of his business – where image and talent make you rich, but the truth can get you killed.
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DETECTIVE RICHARD PATTON MURDER MYSTERIES BOOKS 7–11 five gripping British crime mysteries (Crime Mystery Box Sets)
GET *FIVE* GRIPPING BRITISH MURDER MYSTERIES IN THIS GREAT-VALUE BOX SET.PRAISE FOR ROGER ORMEROD:
‘Ormerod can be relied upon to come up with the startling goods.’ The Sunday Times
‘I am glad to announce that the detective novel is still alive and well in Mr Ormerod’s skilful hands.’ The Spectator
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Well written, interesting and a good solid mystery.’ Infinityoz
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Utterly brilliant . . . A must-read for lovers of period crime thrillers.’ Claudia C.
Fans of Roderic Jeffries, Ruth Rendell, J.M. Dalgliesh, Roger Silverwood and Brian Battison will love these compelling murder mysteries.
IN THIS FIVE-BOOK BOX SET:
BOOK 7: NO SIGN OF LIFE
Patton’s prized car is stolen and discovered 180 miles away. There are signs of a fatal collision with traces of blood in the boot. But Patton knows it’s not his car . . . it’s been switched to set him up. Patton’s investigations take him where he must untangle a web of deceit to prove his innocence and solve the case.BOOK 8: WHEN THE OLD MAN DIED
Patton is accused of mishandling a murder case ten years ago. When the accused is released on a technicality, he seeks out Patton to clear his name. As Patton tries to uncover the truth and prove he was not at fault, the local police warn him off. Patton’s investigations reveal that the truth is more twisted than anyone would believe.BOOK 9: SHAME THE DEVIL
A former colleague’s widow asks Patton to investigate an unsolved case he and her husband worked on together — the kidnapping of two children. Patton must bend the rules to get to the truth — and it will be more devastating than he imagines.BOOK 10: MASK OF INNOCENCE
Patton’s housekeeper Mary receives an unexpected legacy from her old employer. Sir Rowland Searle’s death is assumed to be an accident, but Patton is not convinced. Then Mary’s brother’s battered body is discovered on the estate. Patton must find out which member of this chaotic household has a motive for murder.BOOK 11: STONE COLD DEAD
Patton and his wife Amelia arrive at a grand, isolated house in a blizzard for an engagement party. Just before the party begins, Patton spies a dead woman’s hand reaching out of a canal lock, a ruby engagement ring on one finger. At least one party guest is hiding a terrible secret. Patton must uncover the truth before someone else is hurt.MEET THE SLEUTHS
RICHARD PATTON is a retired detective inspector and many of his police colleagues were glad to see him go. While he has a lack of respect for authority and a scant regard for the rules, his razor-sharp eye can piece together seemingly unconnected evidence to get to the bottom of a mystery.The prime suspect in Patton’s final case, AMELIA TROWBRIDGE intrigues Patton on their first meeting. As they become lovers then husband and wife, Amelia acts as the perfect foil to Richard’s curmudgeonly demeanour.
GET THESE *FIVE* UNPUTDOWNABLE BRITISH MURDER MYSTERIES IN ONE BOX SET.
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BITTERSWEET HERBS an utterly charming English garden murder mystery (The Potting Shed Mysteries Book 8)
Escape to a beautiful garden oasis with this page-turning cozy mystery. From a USA Today bestselling author!Meet Prunella ‘Pru’ Parke, an American gardener who digs up murder and mystery wherever she goes.
Rosemary, lavender — and a dash of revenge! The perfect murder is brewing in Pru’s sleepy little village.
Herbalist Acantha Morris has big plans for the local hospital. Its grounds will make the most peaceful, healing herb garden. Pru jumps at the chance to lend a hand. But things soon take a sinister turn . . .
Flamboyant entrepreneur Claudia Temple is found dead. Dangling from the end of her own beautiful red scarf.
She’d only just promised Acantha a princely sum to make her dream come true. Now everyone is saying she took her own life. But Pru’s not so sure.
Something about this death leaves a bad taste in her mouth.
When Claudia’s estranged son comes calling, Pru can’t help but be pulled into the mystery. But she’s up against a devious adversary.
What if the killer’s leading her up the garden path and into danger?
If you love Rosie Sandler, Sarah Yarwood-Lovett, Agatha Christie, The Thursday Murder Club, Kate Carlisle, Simon Brett or Tonya Kappes, prepare to be hooked by this enchanting character-driven mystery!
What readers are saying about Marty Wingate:
⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The perfect book for cozy mystery lovers.’ Roberta
‘I read it in a day . . . Couldn’t put it down! A very cozy cozy mystery.’ Mystereity Reviews
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘It was a delight to be reunited with Pru.’ Susan
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Pru is a loveable character, as are her friends . . . Every time I thought I was sure of the killer, the author planted another tiny seed of doubt or had me looking in another direction.’ Anastasia
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I love a good cozy mystery and this was definitely a cut above!’ Grace
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Pru is very likable, a main character who is easy to be invested in . . . I would highly recommend.’ Jeanie, Open Book Society
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘You get sucked into the story and find yourself rooting (pardon the pun) for Pru. Her character is so down to earth and normal that it is easy to identify with her. Most enjoyable.’ Moll, Amazon review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘By far my favorite cozy mystery series . . . I cannot recommend any of them more highly, especially to readers who are Anglophiles, lean toward cozy mysteries or like gardening and/or flowers.’ Kindle reader
MEET YOUR NEW FAVORITE SLEUTH
Fifty-something gardener Pru is charming, witty — and in a definite slump. Still reeling from her mother’s death, she finds herself unceremoniously dumped by her boyfriend. Determined to follow in the footsteps of her English mother, Pru uproots her life from Dallas to London, where she’s about to get more than she bargained for. Can she help it if her green fingers keep on getting her into trouble?ALSO BY MARTY WINGATE
THE POTTING SHED MYSTERIES
Book 1: THE GARDEN PLOT
Book 2: THE RED BOOK OF PRIMROSE HOUSE
Book 3: BETWEEN A ROCK AND A HARD PLACE
Book 4: THE SKELETON GARDEN
Book 5: THE BLUEBONNET BETRAYAL
Book 6: BEST-LAID PLANTS
Book 7: MIDSUMMER MAYHEM
Book 7.5: CHRISTMAS AT GREENOAK
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Sakharov the Bear (Michael Gresham Legal Thrillers)
Two CIA field operators obtain a bill of lading from an arms supplier in Moscow. Tracing the origin and destination of the weapons there is reason to believe a massive arms shipment has come into the U.S. through the Port of Long Beach. While their investigation proceeds, the CIA operatives are arrested in Russia and put on trial for stealing state secrets and murder. Michael Gresham appears in Moscow to defend them, but the trial turns into a kangaroo court of Russian justice. Corruption and undercover deceit threaten to put the Americans in front of a Russian firing squad.
The jury trial that follows is probably Michael’s strangest case ever. People die and people disappear, secrets are stolen, and confessions are made, but…is any of this based on truth and reality? Or is everything a wall of disinformation meant to throw off the Americans and stymie all attempts at justice in the Russian court? Watch from your front row seat as Michael takes on the KGB only to find the judge sending him to jail because he fought back in court. Everything is at risk here, as we look in on the American President, the NSA, the CIA, and DoD while the story accelerates to its exciting and shocking climax.
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A page-turning legal thriller from three-million-selling John Ellsworth
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What they said about the Michael Gresham thrillers:
5.0 out of 5 stars – I didn’t want this book to end.
5.0 out of 5 stars – Wow! This book just doesn’t slow down! Once you start reading, be sure you have time because you’re going for a roller coaster ride.
5.0 out of 5 stars – This book has so many twists and turns I got car sick reading it.
5.0 out of 5 stars – Kept me reading long into the night
5.0 out of 5 stars – I could not put this book down. It has so many twists, turns and curves that even if you thought you knew what was going on, you would be wrong.
5.0 out of 5 stars stars – Captivating from page one.
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The Killer’s Club: A Legal Thriller
THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S DAUGHTER HAS JUST BEEN MURDERED.
Audrey Spencer has landed her dream job as a Deputy District Attorney and is settling into the career change when the daughter of District Attorney Gregory Pope is found stabbed to death in a nearby park.
THE NEWEST DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY IS ASSIGNED TO THE CASE.
Nobody could have been more surprised than Audrey when Pope assigns her to handle the case. Uncertain about Pope’s motivation and assuming he hopes to influence how the case proceeds, Audrey jumps in with both feet to the most high-profile case of her career.
It isn’t long before Audrey realizes this case comes with more obstacles than she initially realized. The list of potential suspects is pages long. She must deal with office politics, something she hates. Her boss Gregory Pope–good intentions notwithstanding–is doing more harm than good.
CAN SHE BRING THE KILLER TO JUSTICE?
Armed with only her wits, experience, and determination to find justice, Audrey will see this through to the end, whatever the cost.
Just when she thinks she has the case figured out, the murderer strikes again, throwing cold water on her theory.
Can she catch the killer before he murders a third time?
Pick up your copy today to find out!
Sneak Peek
Based on what little she saw poking out from underneath the plastic sheet, Audrey deduced Rachel had been jogging through the park when she was attacked.
A knife was five feet away in the dirt with the point down. The handle made her think of a medieval dagger. It was possible the perp had dropped it, but more likely, he’d stabbed it into the ground before fleeing.
Why?
Audrey’s eyes narrowed as she looked from the body to the knife’s position.
Accidental or intentional? She forced herself to remain open to both possibilities, even though she naturally gravitated toward one.
Did the perp want the knife to be found? Was he concerned it might be missed? She refrained from glancing at Gregory Pope. Or was it a message to the venerable District Attorney?
That was probably going too far, but she made a mental note of it still the same.
She took in a deep breath as she tried to soak it all in. It was now just after 2:45 PM. It was fifty-five, maybe sixty degrees. Jacket weather for some, but not coat. It had been half an hour since Walzer had found Audrey in the prison parking lot. She pegged the time of death between 12:30 PM and 1:45 PM.
But it’s the middle of the day, Audrey thought, looking around. It’s busy here. It was more likely from 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM. She doubted Rachel could have been here longer than forty-five minutes without being discovered.
There was blood on the trail, a smear on the ground to where Rachel lay. The river hawthorn tree itself looked unharmed.
Did the perp drag her body over there? If so, why? The tree was ten feet high and thick, but it didn’t hide the body, not even close.
Rachel was on her back with her hands at her side. She probably would have been on her belly if she’d moved herself.
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Devil’s Bargain (Cass Leary Legal Thriller Series Book 3)
This attorney’s darkest regret just knocked on her front door…Defense lawyer Cass Leary thought she was done working for the mob. But when the boss calls in a favor, she realizes her debt has yet to be paid. And if she wants to keep her family safe, she must find a way to let a murderer walk free…
As the ones she loves question her decision, Cass must mount an incredible defense to acquit her client, a ruthless hitman known to law enforcement as Ghost Man. With the pressure on, Cass discovers that while Ghost Man is a cold-blooded killer, he’s got an even bigger secret to protect.
Can Cass secure the right verdict without becoming the next victim?
Devil’s Bargain is the third standalone book in a fast-paced series of legal thrillers. If you like powerful courtroom dramas, character-driven plots, and strong female leads, then you’ll love Robin James’s page-turning mysteries.
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Will of Justice: A Legal Thriller (Bill Harvey Book 3)
Disputing a family will is simple… until the trustee is found dead.Anna Lempare is a fiery redhead disagreeing with the conditions of her grandfather’s estate. When the trustee is found strangled in her apartment, the case takes a sudden turn. Anna is charged with first-degree murder, but criminal defense attorney Bill Harvey is not convinced of her guilt.
As a former hypnotherapist, Harvey is used to detecting lies. With suspects that include an unstable war veteran, a charity CEO, and a neighbor hiding a secret, Harvey struggles to find a break.
Desperately, he fights to find the one piece of evidence that will prove his client’s innocence.But the secret that Harvey uncovers will change their lives forever…
This thrilling legal novel will take you for a ride through the courtroom, and end with a twist that you didn’t see coming.
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Stolen Justice (Cass Leary Legal Thriller Series Book 4)
Will she take on an entire town to clear the name of a convicted killer?
Defense lawyer Cass Leary never backs down from a case. Though after her latest high-profile courtroom win, the ex-mafia attorney thinks she’s finally earned a little rest and relaxation. But when her paralegal begs her to defend a potentially innocent man who was convicted of homicide, she puts vacation on hold to fight for justice.
With the convicted killer now terminally ill and behind bars, Cass digs deeper despite the whole town resisting her at every turn. Discovering shocking evidence along the way, she fears the true killer may still be at large. But the closer she gets to the hornet’s nest, the more she enrages those who want her permanently silenced…
Can Cass set the record straight before trying to reveal dark town secrets gets her killed?
Stolen Justice is the fourth book in the fast-paced Cass Leary Legal Thriller series. If you like bold heroines, dark secrets, and twists you won’t see coming, then you’ll love Robin James’s pulse-pounding novel.
Buy Stolen Justice to take a suspenseful courtroom thrill-ride today!
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Dead Coin (Mike Daley/Rosie Fernandez Legal Thriller Book 15)
Deal Coin is dead. So is Tyson Gore — the crypto company’s rockstar CEO.
Homeless addict Reggie Jones stands accused of his murder during a botched robbery in the heart of Salesforce Park.
San Francisco Public Defenders Mike Daley and Rosie Fernandez race against time to uncover the truth.
From gleaming office towers to powerful venture capital firms on Sandhill Road to tawdry strip clubs catering to Silicon Valley’s elite, they follow a trail of betrayal, greed, and corruption.
DEAD COIN is a story of San Francisco. It’s a tale of hope and greed, innovation and speculation, progress and decline. It’s a story that’s still being written.
An intricate plot, engaging characters, powerful suspense, and a touch of humor are Sheldon Siegel’s hallmarks. In DEAD COIN, the fifteenth installment of his New York Times bestselling series, readers will discover once again why Mike Daley and Rosie Fernandez are two of the most compelling characters in contemporary crime fiction.
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Winter’s Passion (Talon Winter Legal Thrillers Book 6)
“I HAVE A PASSION FOR JUSTICE.”Attorney Talon Winter goes back to her roots to fight for her people and their land, but can she really turn her back on the criminal justice system, and the defendants who need her help?
Talon joins the legal battle to reclaim a part of her tribe’s coastal lands from powerful interests intent on keeping it a yacht club for Tacoma’s wealthiest denizens. It’s the good fight, but it’s a slow fight, filled with mountains of paperwork and countless delays. As Talon struggles to push the litigation forward, she finds herself distracted by a new man and a new case. She knows how to ignore a man, but can she sit idly by as an innocent person is railroaded into a life behind bars?
Passion fuels excellence. Talon will need to decide where her passion truly lies, so she can bring to bear the full power of her excellence.
STEPHEN PENNER IS AN AMAZON BESTSELLING AUTHOR WITH OVER HALF A MILLION COPIES SOLD
Winter’s Passion is Book 6 in the top-rated legal thriller series featuring hard-nosed criminal defense attorney Talon Winter. Each book in the series can be read as a stand-alone novel, but also follows the personal and professional growth of Talon and her friends and foes.
“Talon Winter is a kick-ass main character.” –Amazon Reader Review
If you’re looking for an authentic legal thriller that doesn’t shy away from the big issues in the justice system, you’ll love Winter’s Passion!
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The Final Reckoning (McMurtrie and Drake Legal Thrillers Book 4)
His last challenge: live long enough to save the lives of those he loves.
Cold-blooded killer JimBone Wheeler blames Tom McMurtrie for putting him on death row. He once vowed that he’d bring “a reckoning” on Tom and everyone the southern lawyer holds dear. When Wheeler escapes from prison, he aims to fulfill his promise. Victim by victim, he’s getting closer to his ultimate target. But for Tom, who’s dying of cancer, the role of savior and protector is a struggle that is becoming more desperate by the hour.
As the body count mounts, Tom, his partner, Rick Drake, and his best friend, Bocephus Haynes, brace for a confrontation like nothing they have ever faced before. This battle will be waged not in a courthouse but on the streets and fields of north Alabama. With all those he loves at risk, Tom must save his family, his friends, and his legacy from a killer whose hunger for retribution knows no bounds.
Now, as time ticks down and fate and vengeance close in, who will survive Wheeler’s final reckoning?
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The Night Swim: An absolutely gripping crime thriller you won’t want to miss (A Rachel Krall Investigation Book 1)
She is the last hope for people seeking justice.
True crime podcaster Rachel Krall has come to Neapolis, a small seaside town being torn apart by a devastating trial. A local golden boy – a swimmer destined for Olympic greatness – has been accused of raping the beloved granddaughter of the police chief.
Used to being recognised for her voice, not her face, Rachel is unsettled when she finds a note on her car windshield, begging for her help. Twenty-five years ago, Jenny Stills drowned. Her sister insists it was murder.
Rachel throws herself into covering the trial, but the letters keep coming. As the past and present start to collide, Rachel uncovers startling connections between the two cases. The truth will change the course of the trial, and the lives of everyone involved.
An absolutely gripping thriller, featuring a true crime podcaster. Perfect for fans of Ashley Flowers and Riley Sager.
Praise for The Night Swim:
‘A blistering plot and crisp writing make The Night Swim an unputdownable read’ Sarah Pekkanen author of The Wife Between Us
‘You get the courtroom drama, a front-row seat to an influential true crime podcast, and the uncovering of decades-long secrets buried within a small coastal town. Read this book, you won’t regret it!’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Expertly written’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘A slow burn, character driven thriller… horrifying, heartbreaking and brilliantly written. I can’t wait to read more books by this author’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘I really enjoyed the dual timeline and thought using the different formats of podcast episodes, letters and first person narrative was very clever. This book tackles a lot of big issues within a gripping plot. Powerful reading.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review
‘Gripping and heartbreaking with an undercurrent of unease running through it… I couldn’t bear to put it down. So tightly plotted you don’t see the twists coming!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review
‘I absolutely loved it! If you love legal thrillers, secrets and podcasts, you need to read this.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review
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The Fall (Dismas Hardy series, book 16): A complex and gripping legal thriller
From John Lescroart, New York Times bestselling author, comes The Fall – the riveting legal thriller featuring Dismas Hardy and introducing his daughter Rebecca. Perfect for fans of John Grisham and Michael Connelly.
‘The best legal thriller I have read in years’ – Brad Thor
Late one night, fostered teen Anlya Paulson plummets to her death from the overpass above San Francisco’s Stockton tunnel.
But did she fall…or was she pushed?
Rushing to produce a suspect, homicide inspectors focus on naïve school teacher Greg Treadway, who volunteers as a Special Advocate for foster children. But by the time Greg’s murder trial is underway, lawyer Dismas Hardy and his daughter, Rebecca, have unearthed some alternative harrowing possibilities: a missing stepfather, a roommate who ran an escort service, and even Anlya’s own birth mother.
How will they get these theories in front of the jury? And, if they can, what price will they have to pay?
What readers are saying about The Fall:
‘The Fall is another brilliant example of why John Lescroart is one of the world’s most popular authors of legal thrillers today’
‘A murder mystery with many twists and turns and a totally unexpected ending’
‘I feel as if I know these people, despite the fact they are fictional characters’
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Contempt: A Legal Thriller
Playing by the rules landed him on death row. Now he’ll have to break all the rules to survive.
After spending five years in jail for a murder he didn’t commit, lawyer Thane Banning agrees to take on a case defending a former inmate against the same DA who put Thane behind bars.
Thane is besieged by death threats from the alleged victim’s father and a tidal wave of public outrage following his release, not to mention the corrupt DA who has a grudge to settle. But he doesn’t have much time to think about his personal problems because the case is turning into a nasty fight.
Luckily, prison taught Thane a thing or two about survival in a world full of criminals. The last time he played by the rules in court, he landed on death row. This time he’ll have to break more than a few rules to come out of this battle unscathed.
With help from an ex-inmate and an ambitious law student, Thane will do everything in his power to make sure another innocent man isn’t locked up. But will they be able to uncover the truth in time and convince the jury before the gavel drops for the last time?
Fans of An Innocent Client by Scott Pratt, The Neon Lawyer by Victor Methos, Time of Justice by Robin James, and Hard Evidence by John Lescroart will love this book.
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THE MARLOW MURDERS an absolutely gripping crime mystery with a massive twist (Detective Rob Miller Mysteries Book 7)
FULL OF TWISTS AND TURNS, A HEARTSTOPPING MYSTERY FROM YOUR NEW CRIME FICTION OBSESSION: BIBA PEARCE.Debby Morris, mother of two, goes to a Christmas party at historic Hollyhock Manor in Marlow, and never comes home.
A MISSING MOTHER.
Her phone, handbag and Santa’s elf hat are found in a park near the River Thames. The police issue a nationwide search, but Debby is nowhere to be found.
Three weeks later, Debby’s body, still in her elf costume, is discovered five miles downstream from where she disappeared.
A DETECTIVE ON THE BRINK.
Detective Rob Miller is pulled from compassionate leave and put in charge. He’s still reeling from his last botched case, and he knows all eyes are on him — waiting to see if he’ll crack.
Meanwhile, another body is found with their throat slashed . . . and a link is discovered between the two cases that changes everything.
A RACE AGAINST TIME TO STOP A KILLER.
Rob and his team will need to pull out all the stops to catch a twisted killer before anyone else dies.
AN UNSTOPPABLE CRIME MYSTERY THAT YOU WON’T BE ABLE TO PUT DOWN.
This gripping page-turner is perfect for fans of Helen H. Durrant, Mick Herron, Joy Ellis, Angela Marsons, Rachel McLean, Alex Smith and J.M. Dalgliesh.
MEET THE DETECTIVE
DI ROB MILLER
An ambitious young detective gunning for promotion. He will do anything for his job, but can he also keep his personal life under control? His fourteen-month-old son is still keeping him up at night, but at least he has his dog.THE SETTING
The Murder Investigation Team is based out of leafy Putney, with its overgrown often-flooded riverbanks. One way the river Thames leads into central London, the other out into the countryside. It’s an idyllic setting that masks a criminal underworld.READERS LOVE BIBA PEARCE:
‘Slick, clever and beautifully contrived, this is one of the best police procedurals I have read in ages.’ Brown Flopsy Reviews
‘What a twist at the end. I’d never have guessed.’ Bookchatter Reviews
‘There is a twist at the end that I really didn’t see coming. I had to explain to my other half why I was shouting at my kindle.’ Ebookwyrm Reviews
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Loved it!’ Aileen G.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘If you like a police procedural thriller that is accurate and gripping, then this is the book for you.’ Mandy B.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I have been eagerly waiting to get my hands on this one and it didn’t disappoint.’ Nigel A.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Was looking forward to this book and I loved it. Story was great. Full of twists and turns. Kept me intrigued.’ Michelle G.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘An utterly captivating story that I stayed up late into the night to finish.’ Mags N.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Gritty and a real thriller which is not for the faint hearted.’ Debra G.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Another wonderful thriller by Biba Pearce that I couldn’t put down!’ Rita H.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘An absolute gem of a read.’ Anne M.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Believable, likable characters and a fast-paced plot that keeps you hooked I read this book in one day.’ Karen C.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I loved how it all intertwined and came together nicely. Not one to be missed.’ Carol S.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Such a unique book, I loved the plot and oh my god the characters we’re so amazing!!’ Mai H.
ALSO BY BIBA PEARCE
DETECTIVE ROB MILLER MYSTERY SERIES
Book 1: THE THAMES PATH KILLER
Book 2: THE WEST LONDON MURDERS
Book 3: THE BISLEY WOOD MURDERS
Book 4: THE BOX HILL KILLER
Book 5: THE SOUTH BANK MURDERS
Book 6: THE SOHO KILLER
Book 7: THE MARLOW MURDERSRead more
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Criminal Intent (Mike Daley/Rosie Fernandez Legal Thriller Book 3)
You can pick your friends, but you can’t pick your family. And lately, Mike Daley’s family has been keeping him very busy.
An ex-priest, ex-public defender, and ex-corporate lawyer, Daley and his former wife, Rosie Fernandez, now run their own San Francisco criminal defense firm.
Most of their cases are fairly small-time, which is why it would be surprising that the person accused of murdering movie director Richard (Big Dick) MacArthur is calling them. But things get personal when the accused is Rosie’s own niece, Angelina.
And the family drama doesn’t end there.
Rosie’s brother, Tony, may be on the wrong end of a strong-arm graft proposal.
The son of one of the firm’s lawyers has just been busted on a drug charge.
Mike is having a clandestine affair with a woman judge.
And Rosie herself has a dark secret that may make all of it seem irrelevant.An intricate plot, immensely likeable characters, powerful suspense, and more than a touch of humor-these are Siegel’s hallmarks. CRIMINAL INTENT will keep you turning pages until its final, surprising end.
CRIMINAL INTENT is book 3 in the NY Times and Amazon bestselling legal thriller series featuring Mike Daley & Rosie Fernandez.
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Jailhouse Lawyer: Two gripping legal thrillers (Ruby Bozarth series)
‘I could not put down Jailhouse Lawyer, a page-turning legal thriller’ Tony Messenger
‘A writer with an unusual skill at thriller plotting’ Mark Lawson, Guardian
‘Nobody does it better’ Jeffery Deaver
_____________________________Two brand-new legal thrillers in one book – from the authors of Juror No. 3.
A young lawyer takes on the judge who is destroying her hometown – and ends up behind bars.
In picture-perfect Erva, Alabama, the most serious crimes are misdemeanors. Speeding tickets. Shoplifting. Contempt of court.
Then why is the jail so crowded? And why are so few prisoners released? There is only one place to learn the truth.
Sometimes the best education a lawyer can get is a short stretch of hard time. . .
_____________________________Praise for James Patterson
‘The master storyteller of our times’ Hillary Rodham Clinton
‘One of the greatest storytellers of all time’ Patricia Cornwell
‘James Patterson is The Boss. End of.’ Ian Rankin
‘No one gets this big without amazing natural storytelling talent’ Lee Child
‘Patterson boils a scene down to the single, telling detail, the element that defines a character or moves a plot along. It is what fires off the movie projector in the reader’s mind’ Michael ConnellyRead more
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The Southern Trial: An Epic Legal Thriller (Joe Hennessy Legal Thriller Series Book 4)
The trial of the century has arrived.
After twenty years of anguish, after twenty years of pain, defense attorney Joe Hennessy has the chance to confront the man who ordered the murder of his ten-year-old son.
In Charleston, South Carolina, Hennessy uncovers evidence that Senator Richard Longhouse has links to his son’s unsolved murder.
Desperate to know the truth, Hennessy digs deep into the past, following the evidence trail into the criminal underworld. Clashing with corrupt cops, dishonest politicians, and ruthless felons, Hennessy uncovers information that has been buried for twenty years.But to find justice, to finally expose the truth, Joe Hennessy must risk everything he loves…
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Central Park West: the unmissable debut legal thriller of the year
‘The plot goes like a train . . . vivid and compelling’ Ian RankinOne chance to crack the case. A million ways to lose.
Federal prosecutor Nora Carleton has spent years building a case against a powerful New York mobster. She finally has a star witness whose testimony will lock the defendant away for good.
But the courtroom is an unpredictable place. While the killing of a disgraced former governor appears unconnected to the trial, the fallout from his death means a guilty verdict hangs in the balance.
Desperate to stop the mobster walking free, Nora investigates the darker side of the city to find out how everything connects. The more she uncovers, the deeper the corruption runs. And Nora knows better than most that the truth is a fragile thing – especially in court.
Drawing on James Comey’s thirty years in federal law enforcement, Central Park West is a fast-paced thriller, bursting with tension and authenticity – perfect for fans of John Grisham.
Reviews for Central Park West
‘A great read. Brimming with been-there-done-that authority… James Comey knows this world like the back of his hand. And he delivers it with the addictive style of an expert storyteller.’ Michael Connelly
‘A masterful blend of legal thriller, police procedural and psychological drama.’ Jeffery Deaver
‘A gripping plot, and breathless pacing combine for a truly outstanding debut – one that announces a bold new talent in the mystery genre.’ Harlan Coben
‘Truly outstanding . . . Grabs the reader from the opening scene and doesn’t let go.’ Douglas Preston
‘James Comey combines his insider knowledge of every level of the justice system with a natural storytelling voice to create a winning debut. More books, please.’Alafair Burke
‘Comey’s experience as a New York City mob prosecutor brings plenty of credibility to this fast-paced legal drama.’ Reader’s Digest
‘I loved this novel… It’s a smart and satisfying read that I could not recommend more highly.’ Nicolle WallaceRead more
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The Sentence: The gripping provocative new legal thriller for 2023 from the author of VOX
The gripping new thriller from the Sunday Times bestselling phenomenon, VOX
‘Shocking, emotive, urgent and original’ Chris Whitaker
’A non-stop thrill ride’ Jeffery Deaver
’Queen of the “what if” thriller. Unflinching, unguessable and unputdownable’ Simon Lelic
’Thrilling, topical and timely … I ripped through this in a few days’ Louise Swanson
’Provocative, inventive and compulsively page-turning’ David Koepp
The one decision you can’t take back
Prosecutor, Justine Boucher has only asked for the death penalty once, in a brutal murder case.
In doing so, she put her own life on the line. Because, if the convicted are later found innocent, the lawyer who requested the execution will be sentenced to death.
Justine had no doubt that the man she sent to the chair was guilty.
Until now.
Presented with evidence that could prove his innocence, Justine must find out the truth before anyone else does.
Her life depends on it.
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Gone without a Trace: A Small Town Riveting Kidnapping Mystery Thriller
A mother’s desperate search for her abducted twins leads her into the heart of a shocking family conspiracy.
When twins Emily and Erica vanish from their family’s farm, their mother, Susan, is shattered. Defying police skepticism, she courageously tracks their estranged aunt, Paula, uncovering a chilling plot. In a race against time, Susan’s relentless pursuit leads to a dramatic rescue from an underground trap. Facing Paula’s twisted revenge, Susan’s strength prevails, uniting her family in healing and hope.
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Post Truth World: An Elite Team of Agents Battle Fake News, Cyber Warfare, and Political Espionage to Avert a Global Catastrophe
In a world plagued by deglobalization and escalating conflicts between nations, a new threat looms larger than ever, the unstoppable rise of China. Fresh from their triumphant mission of thwarting a medieval Caliphate’s attempt to destroy strategic oil reserves, the United Nations Centre for Technology and Culture (UNCTC) team emerges as a motley crew of international misfits, led by their enigmatic, stateless Chinese boss. Their latest adventure takes them on a high-stakes journey to halt a devastating bioweapon attack that threatens to redraw the political landscape of East Africa, and perhaps even the entire world.
As the pressure mounts, China edges closer to realising its decades-long plan of forging new alliances and reshaping the global order. In an era dominated by Fake News, Social Media manipulation, and Deep Fakes, can the UNCTC team navigate the murky depths of deception and uncover the secret cabal’s sinister plot to destabilize and seize control in Africa? Time is running out, as they strive not only to counter China’s ambitions but also to unravel the enigma of the all-powerful Middle Kingdom’s strategy for dominance.
“Post Truth World” is a gripping tale that delves into the heart of a rapidly changing reality. It explores the precarious balance between truth and falsehood, where the fate of nations hangs in the balance. Brace yourself for a pulse-pounding race against time, where the heroes must unravel a web of intrigue while confronting the daunting challenges of our modern age.
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Sparring Partners: The Number One Sunday Times bestseller – The new collection of gripping legal stories
***THE NUMBER ONE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER***
‘Three sparkling Grisham stories for the price of one . . . Appealing entertainment’ IRISH INDEPENDENT
‘These three novellas in a single volume show Grisham at his masterful best, exquisite evocations of the law though far from complimentary about lawyers . . . A minor masterpiece’ DAILY MAILThree thrilling stories of the law from the master of the legal thriller.
Homecoming takes us back to Ford County, the fictional setting of many of John Grisham’s unforgettable stories. Jake Brigance is back, but he’s not in the courtroom. He’s called upon to help an old friend, Mack Stafford, a former lawyer in Clanton who three years earlier became a local legend when he stole some money from his clients, divorced his wife, filed for bankruptcy, and left his family in the middle of the night, never to be heard from again. Until now. Now Mack is back and he’s leaning on his old pals, Jake and Harry Rex, to help him return. His homecoming does not go as planned.
In Strawberry Moon, we meet Cody Wallace, a young death row inmate only three hours away from execution. His lawyers can’t save him, the courts slam the door, and the Governor says no to a last minute request for clemency. As the clock ticks down, Cody has only one final request.
The Sparring Partners are the Malloy brothers, Kirk and Rusty, two successful young lawyers who inherited a once prosperous firm when its founder, their father, was sent to prison. Kirk and Rusty loathe one another, and speak to each other only when necessary. As the firm disintegrates, the fiasco falls into the lap of Diantha Bradshaw, the only person the partners trust. Can she save the Malloys, or does she take a stand for the first time and try to save herself?
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A WORLD FULL OF WEEPING an utterly gripping fast-paced medical thriller (Eisenmenger-Flemming Forensic Mysteries Book 4)
‘McCarthy lays on the grisly detail with a practising doctor’s detached eye.’ -Publishers WeeklyAn invitation to spend a week or two with childhood friends over New Year seemed an excellent idea to help Helena’s recovery after her cancer treatment.
Helena had grown up with the Hickmans, had spent many happy holidays with them, and the fact that they lived in a castle surrounded by forest on the edge of a lake made it an even more perfect spot to recuperate.
But when a man is found burned to death in a car on the edge of the castle estate the apparently irrelevant though horrible incident creates unexpected disturbances in the lives of all those living in the castle.
Helena and her partner John Eisenmenger, caught in the middle of it all, cannot understand why. Nor can Detective Constable Sally Felty, navigating her first few months on the job, or her attractive yet elusive superior, Inspector Sauerwine.
But the unpleasantness grows and worse is to come, for there are secrets in the castle — secrets that are of profound importance not only to the Hickmans, but also to the police service’s treatment of a previous case, and to Helena and her past…
A World Full of Weeping is a grippingly complex thriller than keeps the reader in suspense right to the very end.
Praise for A World Full of Weeping:
‘Readers who don’t get enough strong forensic medicine from the likes of Patricia Cornwell or Kathy Reichs … will welcome this first book in a new series from a British pathologist … McCarthy lays on the grisly detail with a practising doctor’s detached eye.’ -Publishers Weekly
‘Richly gothic … uses the classic whodunit format of a closed circle of suspects to good effect. There’s a giddy feeling to the story when we lurch from moments of black farce to savage coincidence … a potent mix.’ – Tangled Web
‘Pathologist McCarthy creates a dark, densely imagined world in the demanding tradition of P. D. James … he peoples it with characters who truly inspire pity and terror, and provides the most unsparing post-mortem ever.’ Kirkus Reviews
‘A whodunit in the classical mould mixes the story of a man coping with the scars of his past and the wounds of the present … McCarthy handles his material with real brio.’ – Crime Time
Keith McCarthy was born in Croydon, Surrey. Educated at Dulwich College and then at St George’s Hospital Medical School, he began practising pathology in 1985 and has done so ever since. Keith is a Consultant Histopathologist in Gloucestershire where he lives with his wife and three daughters.
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Echoes of Betrayal : Maya Hartwell (Quest for Justice) Series Book 3
Maya Hartwell once again finds herself in the courtroom, confronting a case that will push her limits in ways she could never have foreseen. This time, her unwavering mission is to take down Christopher McLaughlin, a ruthless hitman responsible for her father’s murder. Standing by her side, her librarian friend Wren with his unfathomable skills remains a steadfast source of support and assistance.Armed with unorthodox evidence, Maya navigates a maze of legal obstacles, all the while facing mounting pressure from a mob determined to set McLaughlin free and grappling with a shocking betrayal from someone she once considered a safe confidant.
This thrilling tale of lies and truth, revenge and justice, and the fine line between friends and enemies is the third book of the Maya Hartwell Quest for Justice series—and is guaranteed to keep you guessing until the very end.
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KEITH CALDER SCOTTISH MYSTERIES BOOKS 1–8 eight totally gripping Scottish crime mysteries (Crime Mystery Box Sets)
GET *EIGHT* ADDICTIVE SCOTTISH CRIME MYSTERIES IN ONE GREAT VALUE BOX SET.Fans of Val McDermid, JD Kirk, TG Reid, Ian Rankin, Caro Ramsey, William Paul, Andrew Raymond and Stuart MacBride will be hooked.
READERS LOVE THE GRIPPING KEITH CALDER MYSTERIES:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Hammond continues to amaze me.’ JTM
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Cracking good read.’ Phil L.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Fascinating characters.’ Charles V.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Deliciously sharp-witted murder mystery.’ Virginia T.
‘Gerald Hammond’s series about gunsmith Keith Calder is rewarding indeed.’ Ellery Queen’s Mystery Magazine
‘A gruesome, lightheartedly complex caper in the Scottish lowlands . . . the whole tangled romp has a what-ho!, outdoorsy energy that’s undeniably appealing.’ Kirkus Reviews
‘Ingenious plots, characters with whom you want to spend time and a world to which you eagerly anticipate returning.’ Paul Bishop, author of Deep Water and A Bucketful of Bullets.
IN THIS EIGHT-BOOK BOX SET:
BOOK 1: DEAD GAME
Gunsmith Keith Calder is at a shooting party in the Scottish borders when a fellow guest is shot. His professional expertise means Keith becomes embroiled in this baffling murder. But the closer he gets to the truth, the more danger he’s in himself.BOOK 2: THE REWARD GAME
Keith’s wife Molly returns to her parked car to find a body inside. Then Keith himself is attacked as he retrieves the car. The Calders are clearly targets, but why? The answers take them far from their rural home to the heart of bustling Glasgow.BOOK 3: THE REVENGE GAME
In Newton Lauder the canal overflows, exposing a skeleton. The police ask Keith for help, but as he assists them he receives a deadly threat. Can Keith’s hunting instinct lead him to the murderer before he or his wife are killed?BOOK 4: FAIR GAME
Eccentric millionaire Ray Grass dies in an apparent accident, carrying a loaded gun. Keith knows this is no accident. With a long list of suspects who would benefit from Ray’s death, Keith must find the murderer before he himself becomes a target.BOOK 5: THE GAME
In a high-class brothel, an incident occurs bearing all the hallmarks of a bloody murder. But with no body and no clues about the apparent deceased, the case looks hopeless. Keith attempts to uncover the truth as a group of powerful politicians attempt to silence him for good.BOOK 6: COUSIN ONCE REMOVED
On holiday in France, Keith finds a pair of antique duelling pistols. On his return, a politician tries to buy them for a hefty sum. Then an attempt is made on Keith’s life. Is it connected to the pistols? Keith is determined to find out before it’s too late.BOOK 7: SAUCE FOR THE PIGEON
A burnt-out Land Rover is found with a body in the driver’s seat. Inspector Munro enlists Keith’s help. All evidence points to Keith’s friend Jake Paterson as the culprit. Keith must work quickly to save his friend and bring the true killer to justice.BOOK 8: PURSUIT OF ARMS
A lorry with a cargo of guns is attacked outside Keith’s workshop, leaving two men dead. Keith starts to investigate, but the case takes a personal turn when a family member is kidnapped. Keith must find the hijackers before it ends in brutal murder.MEET YOUR NEW FAVOURITE AMATEUR SLEUTH:
Keith Calder is a down-to-earth Scotsman with a total disregard for the law. An itinerant gunsmith, he’s more at home in the Lowlands than the world of police officers that he is unexpectedly thrust into.THE SETTING
The Scottish Lowlands are a place of wild and rugged beauty, but the sparsely populated moors and valleys make a fertile ground for murder.GET ALL *EIGHT* OF THESE GRIPPING MYSTERIES IN THIS SUPERB-VALUE PACKAGE.
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