Crime and mystery: police procedural

Book SynopsisAndrea Camilleri's sensational and darkly humorous Inspector Montalbano series continues in the fourteenth instalment, The Age of Doubt. A chance encounter with a strange young woman leads Inspector Montalbano to Vigàta harbour – and into a puzzling new mystery. The crew of a mysterious yacht – the Vanna – due to dock in the area has discovered a corpse floating in the water, the dead man's face badly disfigured. It isn't long before Montalbano becomes suspicious of the Vanna's inhabitants. Who is the yacht's owner, the glamorous and short-tempered Livia Giovannini? How has she accrued her riches? And why does she spend so much time at sea? Meanwhile Montalbano finds himself getting into tangles with the dreaded Commissioner, the exasperating Dr Lattes and a very beautiful young woman at the harbour, with whom he becomes dangerously besotted . . . Can the Inspector clear his head long enough to unravel this murky mystery?The Age of Doubt is followed by The Dance of the Seagull, the fifteenth book in the series.'Among the most exquisitely crafted pieces of crime writing available today . . . Simply superb' - Sunday TimesTrade ReviewMontalbano's colleagues, chance encounters, Sicilian mores, even the contents of his fridge are described with the wit and gusto that make this narrator the best company in crime fiction today * Guardian *Among the most exquisitely crafted pieces of crime writing available today . . . Simply superb * Sunday Times *One of fiction's greatest detectives and Camilleri is one of Europe's greatest crime writers * Daily Mail *For sunny views, explosive characters and a snappy plot constructed with great farcical ingenuity, the writer you want is Andrea Camilleri * New York Times *One of fiction's greatest detectives and Camilleri is one of Europe's greatest crime writes . . . utterly gripping * Daily Mirror *

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Book Synopsis'A superb chronicler of cop culture' - SUNDAY TIMES 'Disher is the equal of Joseph Wambaugh and James Lee Burke' - THE TIMES 'Doesn't get better than this' - DOMINIC NOLAN NOTHING STAYS BURIED FOREVER... Twenty years ago, Charlie Deravin's mother went missing, believed murdered. Her body has never been found, and his father has lived under a cloud of suspicion ever since. Now Charlie has returned to the coastal town where his mother vanished, on disciplinary leave from his job with the police, and permanent leave from his marriage. After two decades worrying away at the mystery of his mother's disappearance, he's run out of leads. Then the skeletal remains of two people are found in the excavation of a new building site... and the past comes crashing in on Charlie. But as one mystery is solved another is posed, and as his hometown is shaken to the core by the discovery of a brutal crime hidden for years beneath its feet, Charlie must decide what matters more: peace for the living, or justice for the dead. From the multiple Ned Kelly Award-winning author of Consolation comes a stunning new standalone thriller, for readers of Jane Harper, Ian Rankin and Chris Hammer. 'Lyrically captures a moment in time' - SYDNEY MORNING HERALD 'A deft and compelling crime novelist' - GUARDIAN AUSTRALIATrade ReviewDisher has consistently produced brilliance, and this is no different. Deftly unravels a decades-old mystery whilst cutting open male attitudes, domestically and socially, to women and violence. Doesn't get better than this -- Dominic Nolan, author of VINE STREET[The] characterisation is every bit as acutely realised as one expects from this award-winning writer * Financial Times *Haunting... read The Way it is Now for its big heart and the way it lyrically captures a moment in time * Sydney Morning Herald *Disher is, as always, a deft and compelling crime novelist, and he has crafted a provocative whodunnit that is grounded firmly in the current moment * Guardian Australia *This was bloody excellent -- Sam Holland, author of THE ECHO MANPRAISE FOR THE AUTHOR He is the equal of Joseph Wambaugh and James Lee Burke * The Times *A superb chronicler of cop culture * Sunday Times *[It's] great that crime readers outside the Antipodes are being introduced to the greatness of Garry Disher -- Ian RankinAn utterly compelling mystery with rare heart and humanity -- Dervla McTiernanDisher is the gold standard for rural noir -- Chris Hammer

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Book SynopsisInspector Çetin Ikmen and forensic pathologist Arto Sarkissian have been friends since childhood, and their work together in Istanbul''s criminal justice system has only served to cement their friendship. When they''re both called to a flat to investigate the death of a twenty-year-old, there is no reason to think their relationship will alter. The case, however, is a strange one. Ikmen learns from the neighbours that they have never seen the man enter or leave the flat. The only visitor they''re aware of is a solitary, well-dressed Armenian. Stranger still is that the limbs of the body are withered, and the victim seems to have been kept prisoner inside a gilded cage. What is it that''s making Ikmen''s old friend Arto, himself an Armenian, especially uncomfortable about the case?Trade Review'My crime reader is raving about this author, and says this second title is better than her first, BELSHAZZAR'S DAUGHTER. They have an atmospheric Turkish setting, with an excellently drawn investigating officer. Good one and worth watching' BooksellerEven better than Nadel's extraordinary first book...tightly organised...the dark, Byzantine plot springs organically from the tensions of race and class in Turkish society, which is treated with a depth and detail unusual in a crime novel * Evening Standard *`A thriller that presents a Middle Eastern city populated by human beings, rather than specimens of oriental exotica, and a British writer who can get inside a foreign skin' * Independent *'Even better than Nadel's extraordinary first book...tightly organised...the dark, Byzantine plot springs organically from the tensions of race and class in Turkish society, which is treated with a depth and detail unusual in a crime novel' Evening StandardA sure-fire winner * Good Book Guide *`A thriller that presents a Middle Eastern city populated by human beings, rather than specimens of oriental exotica, and a British writer who can get inside a foreign skin' Independent

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Book SynopsisTHE TENTH INSTALMENT IN THE HANNE WILHELMSEN SERIES.Don't miss this unforgettable, explosive finale to Anne Holt's bestselling Hanne Wilhelmsen series.In 2001, three year old Dina is killed in a tragic car accident. Not long thereafter Dina's mother dies under mysterious circumstances, and Dina's father Jonas is convicted of her murder.In 2016, the cold case ends up on the desk of Detective Henrik Holme, who tries to convince his mentor Hanne Wilhelmsen that the father might have been wrongly convicted. Holme and Wilhelmsen discover that the case could be connected to the suicide of an eccentric blogger as well as the kidnapping of the granddaughter of a EuroJackpot millionaire.Trade ReviewAnne Holt is the godmother of modern Norwegian crime fiction. * Jo Nesbo *Lively, unusual and persuasive. Holt writes with the command we have come to expect from the top Scandinavian writers. * The Times *Anne Holt is a thriller writer of the highest order. * Liza Marklund *Step aside, Stieg Larsson, Holt is the queen of Scandinavian crime thrillers. * Red Magazine *

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Book SynopsisNicci French''s darkest most shocking thriller yet, Saturday Requiem is the stand-alone sixth instalment of the Frieda Klein series, about a young girl accused of murdering her familyThirteen years ago eighteen-year-old Hannah Docherty was arrested for the brutal murder of her family. It was an open-shut case and Hannah''s been incarcerated in a secure hospital ever since. When psychotherapist Frieda Klein is asked to meet Hannah and give her assessment of her, she reluctantly agrees. What she finds horrifies her. And Frieda is haunted by the thought that Hannah might be as much of a victim as her family; that something wasn''t right all those years ago.And as Hannah''s case takes hold of her, Frieda soon begins to realize that she''s up against someone who''ll go to any lengths to protect themself.''Nicci French''s sophisticated, compassionate and gripping crime novels stand head and shoulders above the competition'' Sophie Hannah Trade ReviewAbused by the system meant to protect her, Hannah is a long-term resident of a secure psychiatric hospital. They think she murdered her family, Freida Klein thinks differently. However, nothing is as it seems and digging up the past can have terrifying consequences. Frieda Klein is back in Nicci French's darkest, most shocking thriller yet. * from the publisher's description *Nicci French's sophisticated, compassionate and gripping crime novels stand head and shoulders above the competition. -- Sophie HannahBrilliantly crafted . . . masterly control of suspense * Daily Mirror *Tense, frightening, gripping * Easy Living *Dark, nerve-tingling and addictive * Daily Express *Magnificent * Evening Standard *French leads the field * Sunday Express *

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Book SynopsisALMOST HOME. BUT NOWHERE TO HIDE. From the number one bestselling crime-writer comes a brilliant, page-turning new DC Max Wolfe thriller.'Remarkably moving' The TimesWhen terrorists use a drone to bring down a plane on one of London's busiest shopping centres, it ignites a chain of events that will draw in the innocent and guilty alike.DC Max Wolfe finds himself caught in the crossfire in a city that seems increasingly dangerous and hostile.But does the danger come from the murderous criminals that Max is tracking down? Or the people he's trying to protect?Or does the real threat to Max lie closer to home?'Tony Parsons puts you right there in every scene he writes. I love that kind of storytelling and I’m a D.C. Max Wolfe fan.' James Patterson 'A relentless plot, evocative prose and compelling characters conspire to make this a must-read.' Jeffery Deaver'I've long been a fan of Tony Parsons' writing, and this is brilliant stuff.' Peter James‘Spectacular! Tense and human, fast and authentic’ Lee Child 'Great plotting, great characters and at least two eye-widening twists I didn't see coming’ Sophie Hannah'Simply superb plot and characters’ Peterborough Evening TelegraphTrade ReviewWhat impresses about Girl on Fire is Tony Parsons’s almost old-fashioned mastery of storytelling. Moreover, he raises real issues of today and accompanies them with intelligent debate ... remarkably moving -- Marcel Berlins * The Times *Brilliant... visceral * Nick Ahad *The action bowls along exhilaratingly, with plenty of twists and hair-raisingly topical material… The upshot is the kind of big foot-to-the-floor read * Reader’s Digest *Parson's latest novel is a master class on building a world, developing a plot and how to write a sequel.… An incredibly well written book... * The Bookbag Blog *If there were any doubts before, then this powerful novel will confirm that Tony Parsons sits in his rightful position among the top echelon of contemporary British writers. * Fully Booked *A phenomenal read that I will happily shout about from the rooftops for the foreseeable future. * BookieWookieWeb Blog *Girl On Fire is a hard-hitting story that… create[s] a realistic and suspenseful work of fiction. * The Humpo Show Blog *A thrilling roller-coaster ride full of tension and suspense, jam packed with the very best of gritty crime action. * Books Beyond the Story Blog *A page turning new thriller from the Max Wolfe series will keep you grappled and guessing until the end * The Ship Supplier *His way of writing is so visceral and dynamic * Louise Minchin *

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Book SynopsisPlay with fire, and you’re going to get burned. The unputdownable new Ridpath crime thrillerIn Manchester, a block of flats is burning. The only victim is a middle-aged man, sat watching TV. Are the fire and the man's death an accident or is something more frightening at work?Meanwhile, DI Ridpath is back with his wife and enjoying work at the Coroner's Office, his myeloma still in remission. But the quiet life is soon shattered by a new threat.More corpses start appearing; charred, burnt, silent bodies, strewn in the streets and lodged in buildings. Next to each one is a chilling message sprayed in orange ink.Fighting on all fronts, Ridpath will be drawn into the dark past of his city and the youth football clubs of the 1990s. He must find the link before any more people die. Before the flames come close to home...An absolutely gripping, nerve-shredding crime thriller from master storyteller M J Lee, perfect for fans of Mark Billingham, Robert Bryndza and Patricia Gibney.

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Book SynopsisThe Murder Wall is Mari Hannah’s first gripping crime novel featuring DCI Kate Daniels.Eleven months after discovering a brutal double murder in a sleepy Northumbrian town, Detective Chief Inspector Kate Daniels is still haunted by her failure to solve the case. Then the brutal killing of a man on Newcastle’s quayside gives Daniels another chance to get it right – in her first case as Senior Investigating Officer.When Daniels recognizes the corpse but fails to disclose the fact, her personal life swerves dangerously into her professional life. But much worse, she is now being watched.As Daniels steps closer to finding a killer, a killer is only a breath away from claiming his next victim . . .Trade ReviewA promising start to a planned series * Literary Review *With locations ranging from the city’s bustling quayside to rural Northumberland villages, Hannah’s debut is heavy on the atmosphere as well as the specifics of a creepily icky criminal * Time Out *

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Book Synopsis''An outstanding series'' NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEWA Bill Slider Mystery The lot of the working copper is getting harder: new regulations, regular rousting by the top brass, a budget tighter than a Victoria corset and a DC who thinks he''s in a John Le Carré novel makes it a trying time for Detective inspector Bill Slider.Then when a noted womanizer dies in mysterious fire in a sleazy motel and the whole of his murky past comes to light, Slider begins to question whether this was suicide... or murder.And that''s not the only thing Slider is questioning. As soon as he''s solved the motel mystery, Bill is going to have to put his own house in order... Praise for the Bill Slider series:''Slider and his creator are real discoveries'' Daily Mail''Sharp, witty and well-plotted'' Times''Harrod-Eagles and her detective hero form Trade ReviewUnerring characterization, droll copper dialogue and a gritty London setting, Harrod-Eagles mines fresh pleasures from standard procedural resources. * Publishers Weekly *A lively and witty writer. Integrating romance and suspense with the same artful grace she achieved in her first mystery, the author is well on her way to an outstanding series. * New York Times Book Review *The mystery is a good one, its investigation is workmanlike, and the writing is assured and even elegant. * Sunday Telegraph *There is a briskness and unpretentiousness to Harrod-Eagles' writing... (she) keeps the plot moving with verve and wit and the whole thing is suitably entertaining. * Million *

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Book SynopsisA stunning stand-alone thriller following a Detroit cop's hunt for a serial killer like no other, from the bestselling authors of The Noise.__________________________THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERYou never forget your first case.Officer Walter O'Brien is called to a murder scene on his first night with Detroit PD. A terrified young woman has bludgeoned her attacker with shocking skill.She is also a brilliant escape artist. Her flight from police custody makes the case impossible to solve - and, for Walter, impossible to forget.His fascination with the missing, grey-eyed woman approaches obsession. And when Walter discovers that he's not alone in his search, only one thing is certain . . .The string of murders didn't begin in his home city - but he's going to make sure it ends there.__________________________Praise for James Patterson'Nobody does it better' Jeffery Deaver'A writer with an unusual skill at thriller plotting.' Mark Lawson, Guardian'No one gets this big without amazing natural storytelling talent - which is what Jim has, in spades.' Lee Child'Patterson boils a scene down to the single, telling detail, the element that defines a character or moves a plot along. It's what fires off the movie projector in the reader's mind.' Michael Connelly'James Patterson is The Boss. End of.' Ian RankinTrade ReviewPatterson knows where our deepest fears are buried... there's no stopping his imagination. -- NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEWNo one gets this big without natural storytelling talent - which is what Jim has, in spades. -- LEE CHILD, bestselling author of the Jack Reacher seriesPatterson boils a scene down to a single, telling detail, the element that defines a character or moves a plot along. It's what fires off the movie projector in the reader's mind. -- MICHAEL CONNELLYJames Patterson is the boss. End of. -- IAN RANKIN, bestselling author of the Inspector Rebus seriesJames Patterson is the gold standard by which all others are judged. -- STEVE BERRY, bestselling author of the Colton Malone seriesPatterson is in a class by himself. -- VANITY FAIR

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Book SynopsisTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERIn this scorching crime hook-up, number one bestseller Ian Rankin and Scottish crime-writing legend William McIlvanney join forces for the first ever case of DI Laidlaw, Glasgow's original gritty detective'Fantastic' Lee Child'Absolutely brilliant' Mick HerronIf the truth's in the shadows, get out of the light . . . Lawyer Bobby Carter did a lot of work for the wrong type of people. Now he's dead and it was no accident. He's left behind his share of enemies, but who dealt the fatal blow?DC Jack Laidlaw's reputation precedes him. He's not a team player, but he's got a sixth sense for what's happening on the streets. As two Glasgow gangs go to war, Laidlaw needs to find out who got Carter before the whole city explodes.Trade ReviewTwo maestros for the price of one! All fans of quality crime fiction are in for a rare treat. McIlvanney and Rankin at the very height of their powers -- PETER JAMESFantastic - like witnessing Scottish noir's Big Bang creation in the company of its greatest living exponent -- LEE CHILDMcIlvanney and Rankin are the dream team. To have Rankin completing an unfinished McIlvanney novel is a crime fiction fan's dream come true -- MARK BILLINGHAMThe journey through 1970s Glasgow, its grotty tenements and genteel suburbs, makes for a gripping and atmospheric novel * * The Times, Book of the Month * *Absolutely brilliant. I was excited by this partnership the moment I heard it was happening, and it absolutely lives up to expectation. The Dark Remains is a triumph -- MICK HERRONThe personality of the tough, intelligent Laidlaw leaps off the page as readily as it did in the first novel that bore his name * * Financial Times * *Mean, moody and menacing. Perfect synchronicity from two of the best crime writers of our time -- SUE BLACKTwo legends of Scottish crime fiction blended like a deluxe whisky -- CHRIS BROOKMYRE[Rankin's] dialogue has the same spiky wit [as McIlvanney's], he adjusts to gangster-ridden Glasgow with aplomb, and the deft period context - politics, pop, telly, football, booze brands, language, family and marital mores etc - is the most compelling reason to read the book besides its charismatic existentialist sleuth * * Sunday Times * *It was sheer joy to hear McIlvanney's voice once more and be transported back to 1972 and the Glasgow of Jack Laidlaw . . . It would be impossible to calculate just how many writers have been influenced by him -- ALEX GRAY

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Book SynopsisSHORTLISTED FOR THE McILVANNEY PRIZE FOR SCOTTISH CRIME BOOK OF THE YEAR'One of the great Scottish crime writers' The Times'Brilliant' Sunday Times Crime ClubNO ONE WILL FORGETIn a grimy flat in Glasgow, a homemade bomb explodes, leaving few remains to identify its maker.Detective Harry McCoy knows in his gut that there'll be more to follow. The hunt for a missing sailor from the local US naval base leads him to the secretive group behind the bomb, and their disturbing, dominating leader. If the city is to survive the next explosion, it'll take everything McCoy's got . . .Trade ReviewOne of the great Scottish crime writers . . . Whether it be William McIlvanney, Ian Rankin, Denise Mina or Alan Parks, the way they view - and depict - the world gives great pleasure . . . Like the very best crime novels, The April Dead makes you keenly aware of all the pain out there and (almost) alleviates it * * The Times, Book of the Month * *This is Scottish noir at its gritty darkest, the fourth instalment in Detective Harry McCoy's rocky career. Behind his bloody-minded disrespect for his superiors and sardonic wit, McCoy is a tough and instinctive copper who learned his skills on the beat. A cracking read * * Irish Independent * *Brilliant . . . The April Dead should grace the bookshelves of every crime fan * * Sunday Times Crime Club * *The April Dead may be the grisliest McCoy novel yet, but also, with its pace and urgency, the most exciting * * Wall Street Journal * *Dark and gritty . . . Gripping * * Crime Monthly * *Immensely exciting . . . One of the best police thrillers of the last few years * * Morning Star * *Tightly plotted and fast-moving, this well-wrought historical thriller highlights Parks' keen analysis of Scotland's societal traumas, in particular the failure to cope with domestic violence and child abuse. Tartan noir fans won't want to miss this one * * Publishers Weekly (starred review) * *The lean, muscular prose is matched by a deep dive into character and the seamy side of the city . . . A full-bodied immersion into Glasgow's gritty past * * Kirkus Reviews * *Praise for the Harry McCoy series: Fascinating and dangerous . . . Parks has clearly studied the masters of tartan noir but has his own voice. He shows how, among the welter of violence, a spontaneous act of kindness can have just as great an impact * * The Times, Book of the Month * *An old-school cop novel written with wit and economy . . . Think McIlvanney or Get Carter -- IAN RANKIN

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Book SynopsisA Voice in the Night is the twentieth compelling crime novel in the phenomenally successful Inspector Montalbano series by Andrea Camilleri. Feeling his age, as his birthday rolls round once again, Inspector Montalbano decides to cheer himself up by dealing with a young driver’s road rage in his own unique way. But his joy is short-lived, as at police headquarters he receives an angry phone call from a supermarket boss: there’s been a robbery at his store and Montalbano’s colleague is treating him as a suspect. On arrival at the scene, Montalbano quickly agrees with Inspector Augello that this was no ordinary break-in, but with the supermarket’s infamous links to the Sicilian Mafia creating problems at every turn, this isn’t going to be an easy case for the inspector to solve. And to add to the inspector’s burden, the young driver he made an enemy of earlier on has returned to police headquarters to report a shocking crime . . . A Voice in the Night is followed by the twenty-first gripping mystery, A Nest of Vipers.Trade ReviewMontalbano's colleagues, chance encounters, Sicilian mores, even the contents of his fridge are described with the wit and gusto that make this narrator the best company in crime fiction today * Guardian *Among the most exquisitely crafted pieces of crime writing available today . . . simply superb * Sunday Times *One of fiction's greatest detectives and Camilleri is one of Europe's greatest crime writers * Daily Mail *

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Book SynopsisIstanbul - in antiquity, called the Land of the Blind - is a city where old and new collide, and the fallout can be deadly... In the ruins of the Constantinople hippodrome lies a body: a woman, clutching a piece of red stone. She''s recently given birth, but there''s no sign of the baby. Inspector ÇetinIkmendiscovers she was Ariadne Savva, a Byzantine specialist on a crusade to protect the historic areas of Istanbul that property developer Ahmet Öden seeks to destroy and rebuild. As Ikmensearches for the lost child and the facts behind Ariadne''s death, the people of Istanbul rise up in protest against their government in Gezi Park. Amid the chaos, Ikmenand his colleague Mehmet Süleymanmust unravel a tale of ancient hostility and modern desires, to find the truth concealed within the secret history of their antique city.Trade ReviewEver topical, with her finger on the pulse of modern Turkey, Barbara Nadel's latest Inspector Ikmen novel takes place to a backdrop of the Gezi Park protests...gripping...fast-paced * Today’s Zaman *'There's no one quite like Nadel... Seamlessly weaving together so many diverse threads is the work of a master with her finger firmly on the city's pulse... Gripping' * Big Issue (Istanbul) *

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Book SynopsisThe latest book in the hugely popular Peter Decker and Rina Lazarus series from New York Times bestselling author Faye KellermanA woman with everything to loseTeresa McLaughlin flees to Los Angeles with her two children, trying to escape a messy divorce. But in LA, she is hunted down by ruthless men and beaten. When she wakes, barely conscious, her children are gone.A detective who knows the stakesDetective Peter Decker and his wife Rina are pulled into the situation when their foster son, Gabe, asks them to help. Teresa is his biological mother, and he knows she is in grave danger.A race to save two innocent childrenNow the hunt is on to find the kidnappers before things end tragically. It will end in an explosive confrontation from which no one will emerge unscathedTrade ReviewPraise for Faye Kellerman ‘Kellerman is an excellent writer' The Times 'Very exciting' Daily Mail 'Brutal but thoughtful and well plotted, fast moving and well told' Observer 'Sensational' Mirror 'Kellerman creates a claustrophobic atmosphere, against a background of seediness, violence and distrust' Sunday Telegraph 'Kellerman moves her gritty mean streets LA plot along with breakneck pace' Irish Independent ‘Hands down, the most refreshing mystery couple around’ People

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Book SynopsisA cold-blooded murder. A confession. And a mystery that’s just beginning in a shocking novel of psychological suspense by the Amazon Charts and Washington Post bestselling author of A Familiar Sight. Criminologist Dr. Gretchen White thought Detective Lauren Marconi could never cross certain lines. Then Lauren, with fresh blood on her hands, is arrested for an execution-style slaying. Even as the evidence mounts, Gretchen is convinced she’s innocent. Because Lauren would have known how to get away with murder. Forced to team up with Lachlan Gibbs, the combative by-the-book star of Internal Affairs and Lauren’s boyfriend, Gretchen starts digging for the truth. But when she begins to uncover Lauren’s closely guarded secrets, the investigation raises more questions than answers. As Lauren’s decade-long obsession with the victim comes to light, Gretchen can’t help but doubt her own instincts. She knows better than most that not everything is as it seems. And with Lauren’s future on the line, it’s more important than ever to see this mystery through to the end.Trade ReviewPraise for Brianna Labuskes What Can’t Be Seen “The book’s well-constructed plot matches its three-dimensional characters. Psychological-thriller fans will be eager for more.” —Publishers Weekly A Familiar Sight “A horrific brew for readers willing to immerse themselves in it.” —Kirkus Reviews “A strong plot and unforgettable characters make this a winner. Labuskes is on a roll.” —Publishers Weekly “A Familiar Sight has everything I crave in a thriller: a shocking, addictive female lead; unexpected twists that snapped off the page; and an ending that made me gasp out loud. I never saw it coming, but it was perfectly in sync with the razor-sharp balance between creepy and compelling that Labuskes carries throughout the novel. This is a one-sitting read.” —Jess Lourey, Amazon Charts bestselling author Her Final Words “Labuskes skillfully ratchets up the suspense. Readers will eagerly await her next.” —Publishers Weekly “Labuskes offers an intense mystery with an excellent character in Lucy, who methodically uncovers layers of deceit while trusting no one.” —Library Journal Girls of Glass “Excellent…Readers who enjoy having their expectations upset will be richly rewarded.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review) It Ends with Her “Once in a while a character comes along who gets under your skin and refuses to let go. This is the case with Brianna Labuskes’s Clarke Sinclair—a cantankerous, rebellious, and somehow endearingly likable FBI agent with a troubled past. I was immediately pulled into Clarke’s broken, shadow-filled world and her quest for justice and redemption. A stunning thriller, It Ends with Her is not to be missed.” —Heather Gudenkauf, New York Times bestselling author “It Ends with Her is a gritty, riveting roller-coaster ride of a book. Brianna Labuskes has created a layered, gripping story around a cast of characters that readers will cheer for. Her crisp prose and quick plot kept me reading with my heart in my throat. Highly recommended for fans of smart thrillers with captivating heroines.” —Nicole Baart, author of Little Broken Things “An engrossing psychological thriller filled with twists and turns. I couldn’t put it down! The characters were filled with emotional depth. An impressive debut!” —Elizabeth Blackwell, author of In the Shadow of Lakecrest

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Book SynopsisThe first in a gripping new mystery series introducing Detective Tess Fox and her con-artist sister Sarah Jacobs'A tasty whodunnit' The Sun'Three deviously clever impossible crimes' Gigi Pandian, Edgar-award winning author'A real puzzle box of a story' J.M. Hall, author of a A Spoonful of Murder'An ending I never saw coming' Faith Martin, multi-million-copy selling authorDI Tess Fox's first murder scene has two big problems. One, the victim was thrown from the balcony of a flat locked from the inside. Two, Tess knows him.But the biggest problem of all is Tess's half-sister, Sarah. She has links to the deceased and has the skills and criminal background to mastermind a locked-room murder. But she's a con-artist, not a killer.When two more bodies turn up, Tess now has three locked room mysteries to solve and even more reason to be suspicious of Sarah. Can she trust someone who breaks the law for a living, even if she is family?Tropes???? Locked room?? Impossible crime?????? Multiple murdTrade Review’I was gripped’ Louise Jensen ‘Ingenious, fun and very different from so many of the crime books out there today’ Ajay Chowdhury 'J L Blackhurst… must have a degree in Fun Engineering… this book's got it all' the Morning Star ’Twisty, tricksy and whip-smart … crackles with tension and humour’ Marion Todd ’So original, so fresh and very funny’ T. Orr Munro ‘I loved this book! It’s deliciously complex – a mystery that really makes you think, with characters that refuse to be pigeonholed. I turned the last page and wanted more’ Imogen Clark ‘The perfect Summer Holiday Read. Filled with murders, twists, feuding sisters and a real heart’ Derek Farrell ‘Wowzers. It’s a brain-teasing, page turning, triple locked room puzzle of a read! Loved the fresh and unique detective and amateur sleuth duo. A total must-read!’ Steph Broadribb

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Book SynopsisWINNER OF THE McILVANNEY PRIZESHORTLISTED FOR THE IAN FLEMING STEEL DAGGER 2023Glasgow is a city in mourning. An arson attack has left five dead. Tempers are frayed and sentiments running high.When three youths are charged the city goes wild. A crowd gathers outside the courthouse but as the police drive the young men to prison, their van is rammed by a truck, and the men are grabbed and bundled into a car. The next day, the body of one of them is dumped in the city centre. A note has been sent to the newspapers: one down, two to go.Detective Harry McCoy has twenty-four hours to find the kidnapped boys before they all turn up dead, and it is going to mean taking down some of Glasgow's most powerful to do it . . .Trade ReviewHarry McCoy is the brightest dark star on the tartan noir scene for some time and in future critics of Scottish crime fiction will surely be referring to the triumvirate of Laidlaw, Rebus and McCoy . . . May God Forgive is crime fiction which pulls no punches, powerfully told and, at times, heartbreakingly poignant. One of the crime novels of 2022 -- MIKE RIPLEY, author of GETTING AWAY WITH MURDERThe Harry McCoy books by the bold Alan Parks just get better and better. May God Forgive starts like a runaway train and just keeps going. If you're not already reading these books, get onto them now -- LIAM McILVANNEYExpertly handled and morally ambiguous . . . The skillfully written and complex plot builds to a thrilling and highly unconventional denouement * * Bloody Scotland, McIlvanney Prize Shortlist * *Once again Alan Parks recreates a world of urban blight and spiritual decay . . . [a] grimly gripping plot . . . a remarkable series that began with Bloody January. The novels, as someone once said, can be read in any order; the important thing is to read them all * * The Times * *Punchy, compulsive and, at times, as downright nasty as ever * * Herald * *Compelling . . . Parks is a gifted storyteller * * Scotsman * *Riveting * * Sunday Post * *Praise for the Harry McCoy series: One of the great Scottish crime writers . . . Whether it be William McIlvanney, Ian Rankin, Denise Mina or Alan Parks, the way they view - and depict - the world gives great pleasure . . . Like the very best crime novels, The April Dead makes you keenly aware of all the pain out there and (almost) alleviates it * * The Times, Book of the Month * *Brilliant . . . The April Dead should grace the bookshelves of every crime fan * * Sunday Times Crime Club * *A blistering plot, unforgettable characters and writing so sharp it's like it's been written with a knife . . . Detective McCoy is a true noir antihero and the perfect guide through the vice and violence of Glasgow's underbelly. Bloody January firmly sets Alan Parks in the same league as Ian Rankin and Louise Welsh -- SARAH PINBOROUGH

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Book SynopsisThe incredible new novel from C.S. Green featuring Detective Rose GiffordSomething terrible happened in that house An enthralling, multi-layered crime novel that fans of Peter James and Lisa Jewell will adore' MARK EDWARDSThis dark and tightly plotted supernatural thriller was a joy to read Superb stuff.' Netgalley ReviewerAn enthralling, multi-layered crime novel that fans of Peter James and Lisa Jewell will adore' MARK EDWARDSI love this compelling crime series with its supernatural twist.' C.L. TAYLORAn expertly crafted, accurate police procedural, shot through with dark supernatural shades that are at times really unsettling' NEIL LANCASTERA house with a history. A boy with a grudge. And a detective who will stop at nothing to get to the truth.Gregory knows something is wrong with his house. His parents don't believe him, but he can feel it and he's frightened.DC Rose Gifford is called out after neighbours report a series of disturbances at the property, and she can feel it too. Trade Review'The Whisper House is so clever and spooky – I absolutely flew through it! Rose Gifford is fast becoming one of my favourite characters ever and I can't wait to read the next instalment' SJI Holliday ‘An enthralling, multi-layered crime novel that fans of Peter James and Lisa Jewell will adore’ Mark Edwards ‘An expertly crafted, accurate police procedural, shot through with dark supernatural shades that are at times really unsettling…’Neil Lancaster ‘Original, tense and exquisitely written, DC Rose Gifford has that unique formula of tender vulnerability and steely determination that makes her a true force to be reckoned with.’ Jane Isaac ‘A detective series beautifully located at the intersection of police procedural and paranormal crime, The Whisper House is a page turning mystery, genuinely spooky but with genuine sympathy for its characters. A unique read’Sinead Crowley PRAISE FOR C S GREEN: ‘Eerie, original and compelling’ C.L. Taylor ‘Tense and twisted’ Susi Holliday ‘A brilliant, clever murder mystery’ Jane Casey ‘Brilliant’ Jenny Blackhurst ‘Unusual, intriguing and funny in places’ Sinead Crowley ‘I read it one sitting, totally gripped’ Erin Kelly ‘Creepy, intriguing and a total page turner’ Michelle Davies ‘Rose Gifford is as brilliant a character as Susie Steiner’s Manon’ Louise Voss 'A classy police procedural with gritty characters and a delicious paranormal edge' Jane Isaac ‘A gripping, fascinating and tense novel’ Neil Lancaster ‘Tightly plotted, perfectly paced, and beautifully written, the story builds to a tense and terrifying conclusion. The introduction of a secret police department set up to solve crimes with a supernatural element is original and exciting’ Amanda Jennings

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Book SynopsisA brilliant psychologist faces the secrets and lies of her own dark past in a shocking novel of suspense by the Washington Post and Amazon Charts bestselling author of A Familiar Sight. “Gretchen…What have you done?” Psychologist and criminologist Dr. Gretchen White, top consultant for the Boston PD, has solved countless cases—but never her own. Since the age of eight, she has lived her life thinking she killed her aunt. After all, she was found standing over the body, clutching a bloody knife. Most people, including Detective Patrick Shaughnessy, believe the little sociopath got away with murder. Thirty years later, Detective Lauren Marconi wants to prove them wrong. When plucking at the threads of the past unravels a decades-old case tied to the White family, both Lauren and Gretchen grapple with the question, What if Gretchen really is guilty? As old secrets come to light and Gretchen’s lifelong grip on her darkest impulses threatens to erode, Shaughnessy is there watching, waiting for her to lose control one more time. Everyone thinks they know what happened that night. But the truth is beyond what anyone imagines—even Gretchen herself.Trade Review“The book’s well-constructed plot matches its three-dimensional characters. Psychological thriller fans will be eager for more.” —Publishers Weekly

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Book Synopsis____________________________From the #1 bestselling author and creator of the hit Netflix series The Stranger, Gone For Good and The Innocent comes a riveting new thriller, starring the new hero Windsor Horne Lockwood III - or Win, as he is known to his (few) friends ...____________________________Over twenty years ago, heiress Patricia Lockwood was abducted during a robbery of her family's estate, then locked inside an isolated cabin for months. Patricia escaped, but so did her captors, and the items stolen from her family were never recovered.Until now. On New York's Upper West Side, a recluse is found murdered in his penthouse apartment, alongside two objects of note: a stolen Vermeer painting and a leather suitcase bearing the initials WHL3. For the first time in years, the authorities have a lead not only on Patricia's kidnapping but also on another FBI cold case - with the suitcase and painting both pointing them towards one man.Windsor Horne Lockwood III - or Win as his few friends call him - doesn't know how his suitcase and his family's stolen painting ended up in this dead man's apartment. But he's interested - especially when the FBI tell him that the man who kidnapped his cousin was also behind an act of domestic terrorism, and that he may still be at large. The two cases have baffled the FBI for decades. But Win has three things the FBI does not:: a personal connection to the case, a large fortune, and his own unique brand of justice ...Trade ReviewThe talented Coben, who likes nothing more than to create mysterious outsiders, does so with great skill and panache * The Times *HARLAN COBEN never ever lets you down -- LEE CHILDHARLAN COBEN: simply one of the all-time greats -- GILLIAN FLYNNHARLAN COBEN is the modern master of the hook and twist -- DAN BROWNHARLAN COBEN is one of the world's finest thriller writers -- PETER JAMES

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Book SynopsisA brutal and apparently motiveless murder leads Skinner to suspect his own friends of treachery, in this gripping crime novel of retribution and ultimate justice.For Deputy Chief Constable Bob Skinner, the Thursday night football game at the local gym has long been an unbroken ritual. Until the savagely mutilated body of a former player is found, and suddenly the Thursday Legends have more to worry about than aching backs and dodgy knees. Former Head of Special Branch Alec Smith made plenty of enemies during his long career - and there is no shortage of suspects. But as Skinner''s investigation gathers pace, everything keeps pointing to the Legends themselves. Is someone targeting this disparate group of colleagues and friends in some bizarre scheme of retribution? Or is the murderer one of them? Either way, the hunt for the killer is going to come uncomfortably close to home...

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Book SynopsisThe new psychological thriller featuring Dalziel and Pascoe, the hugely popular detective duo and stars of the long-running BBC TV series, following on from the bestselling Death of DalzielHe may have been in a coma but it would take an act of God to put Superintendent ''Fat'' Andy Dalziel down for good. In the meantime, He''ll settle for a few weeks'' bed-rest.Sandytown, a pleasant seaside resort devoted to healing, seems just the ticket. And when a fellow newcomer appears in the shapely form of psychologist Charlotte Heywood, Dalziel develops an unexpected passion for alternative therapy.But Sandytown''s warring landowners have grandiose plans for the resort. One of them has to go and when one of them does, in spectacularly gruesome fashion, DCI Peter Pascoe is called in to investigate - with Dalziel and Charlotte providing unwelcome support. And Pascoe soon finds dark forces at work in a place where holistic remedies are no match for the oldest cure of all

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Book SynopsisFBI Agent Ren Bryce finds herself entangled in two seemingly unrelated mysteries. But the past has a way of echoing down the years and finding its way into the present.In the end, the truth will find youWhen Special Agent Ren Bryce discovers the body of a young woman in an abandoned car, solving the case becomes personal. But the more she uncovers about the victim's last movements, the more questions are raised.Why was Laura Flynn driving towards a ranch for troubled teens in the middle of Colorado when her employers thought she was hundreds of miles away? And what did she know about a case from fifty years ago, which her death dramatically reopens?As Ren and cold-case investigator Janine Hooks slowly weave the threads together, a picture emerges of a privileged family determined to hide some very dark secrets whatever the cost.Trade ReviewPraise for Blood Loss: ‘Snappy dialogue … a meaty read’ Irish Independent ‘Blood Loss is cleverly paced, with Barclay drawing out the suspense but giving you just enough information to keep you hooked’ Hot Press Praise for Alex Barclay: ‘Gripping, stylish, convincing’ Sunday Times (Ireland) ‘Tense, no-punches-pulled thriller that will have you on the edge of your deckchair.’ Woman and Home ‘Right now, she’s the rising star of the hard-boiled crime fiction world, combining wild characters, surprising plots and massive backdrops with a touch of dry humour’ Mirror

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Book SynopsisThe gripping new thriller and instant New York Times bestseller, perfect for escapist reading!The holiday of your dreamsWhen Lux and Nico get the chance to sail to a remote island off the coast of Hawaii, they're thrilled. It's the trip they've been dreaming of their whole lives.A tropical paradiseDespite a dark history of shipwrecks and murder, the island is beautiful. But they're not alone another group is already there.No one will hear your screamsIt's not long before cracks emerge, and someone goes missing. Then a body surfaces, and Lux starts to wonder if any of them are going to make it back to shore aliveA thriller worth staying up all night to finish' Julie Clark,author ofThe Flight Tantalises from page one' Katherine St. John, author ofThe Lion''s DenYou'll tear breathlessly through the pages' Kate White, author of Have You Seen Me?Trade Review‘A thriller worth staying up all night to finish’ Julie Clark, author of The Flight ‘Tantalises from page one’ Katherine St. John, author of The Lion's Den ‘You’ll tear breathlessly through the pages’ Kate White, author of Have You Seen Me? ‘A real tantalising read’ Belfast Telegraph Praise for Rachel Hawkins: ‘I was completely blown away…compulsive, irresistible’ Samantha Downing, bestselling author of My Lovely Wife ‘Kept me on the edge of my seat from the first page to the very last’ bestselling author Megan Miranda ‘Sharp, smart, tricky and fast-paced’ Kelly Harms, author of The Overdue Life of Amy Byler ‘Lightening paced, twisty, and great fun’ Jessica Knoll, bestselling author of Luckiest Girl Alive

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Book SynopsisOne street, ten doors, who's the killer?The street that contains No.4 is a dark place, secrets linger and whispers of a murder haunt it. The residents have learnt to live with its sinister past, but when one of their own returns to hunt for the truth, their welcome is far from warmFifteen years ago, 35-year-old Henry Carr vanished outside his parents'' house on a run-down street in Manchester.Today, a cold case podcast has brought the disappearance to international attention.Now, a young journalist hopes that she might be able to get the locals to open up. After all, she was one of them. But returning won''t be easy; there are many reasons why Ruth fled six years ago.There's minimal evidence, no body and a street in silence. Yet Henry's elderly and dementia suffering mother, Marianne, appears haunted. She whispers and screams that her son was killed and buried on the street they call home.With the anniversary of Henry's disappearance fast approaching, Ruth has just days to uncover the Trade Review'Definitely the best book I’ve read this year. A wonderful cast of real characters, with an emotional, yet gripping, storyline. I was totally engrossed.' Mel Sherratt author of Taunting the Dead ‘Atmosphere and tension by the bucket-load, McManus has a natural gift of keeping you glued to the page.’ Jonathan Whitelaw author of The Bingo Hall Detectives and The Village Hall Vendetta ‘Long-buried secrets, compelling characters and a twist-a-minute plot kept me guessing to the final pages.’ R.P. Bolton author of The Perfect House and My Lovely Daughter - What readers on NetGalley are saying about The Secret at No.4: ‘There are very few books that from the first chapter have you hooked but this is most certainly one of them’ ‘A riveting and satisfying mystery’ ‘Will keep readers on the edge of their seats’ ‘Has more twists and turns than you can imagine which makes for an exhilarating read’ ‘The characters are well-developed and complex’ ‘The atmosphere in The Secret at No. 4 is palpable’

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Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling author of the DCI Matilda Darke series comes a standalone thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last pageDark, twisting and captivating. The very essence of the just-one-more-page thriller' Will CarverWood gets better with every book. I couldn't let go of this tragedy of loss and deception from the moment I picked it up' Alex Marwood, author of The Island of Lost Girls***On a cold February afternoon in 1990, seven-year-old Danny Redpath disappeared from his home. Four months later, his body was found in the nearby forest, wrapped in a sheet and washed clean of all evidence.Apprehended while attempting to abduct another child, Jonathan Egan-Walsh was charged with the murders of more than a dozen boys. Convicted on all counts, he received life in prison and went unrepentant, still refusing to reveal the whereabouts of one of his victims, Zachery Marshall.Twenty-five years later, Zachery's mother Diane is still searching for his body. Whe

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Book SynopsisDon’t miss the TV series, Dark Winds, based on the Leaphorn, Chee, & Manuelito novels, now on AMC and AMC+!  NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER“A fine legacy series . . .  in the spirit of her late father, Tony.”—Booklist An ancient mystery resurfaces with ramifications for the present day in this gripping chapter in the Leaphorn, Chee & Manuelito series from New York Times bestselling author Anne Hillerman.Sergeant Jim Chee’s vacation to beautiful Antelope Canyon and Lake Powell has a deeper purpose. He’s on a quest to unravel a sacred mystery his mentor, the Legendary Lieutenant Joe Leaphorn, stumbled across decades earlier. Chee’s journey takes a deadly turn when, after a prayerful visit to the sacred Rainbow Bridge, he spots a body floating in the lake. The dead man, a Navajo

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Book SynopsisBlood will flow . . . Henry Christie and DS Debbie Blackstone are drawn into a bloody turf war between European organized crime gangs as they attempt to follow up leads in a Lancashire police Cold Case Unit operation.Viktor Bashkim, head of one of Europe?s most feared mafia gangs, is preparing to hand over power to his ruthless daughter, Sofia. But as they leave the family villa high in the Cypriot hills for business overseas, Viktor?s old nemesis is watching . . .In Lancashire, retired detective superintendent turned civilian investigator Henry Christie is assisting the Cold Case Unit with Operation Sparrow Hawk, investigating historic child abuse and murder kick-started by the arrests made in his last chilling case. But as Henry and his colleague DS Debbie Blackstone close in on a lead, they suddenly find themselves embroiled in a brutal, blood-soaked turf war between organized crime gangs in Europe, the fallout of which will be felt across the genteel country lanes of northern England.

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Book SynopsisLeading a double life can be deadly...Lawyer Penhallow is found murdered in his garden the morning after Mitchell drops off a secretive hitchhiker to the property in Call the Dead Again, the eleventh compelling English village mystery in the Mitchell & Markby series by Ann Granger. The perfect read for fans of Colin Dexter, Agatha Christie and ITV''s Midsomer Murders.''A really good read - this novel comes highly recommended'' - Crime Time When Meredith Mitchell picks up a hitchhiker on a lonely road outside Bamford one evening she is left feeling distinctly uneasy. What business can this confident, yet secretive, young woman have at Tudor Lodge, the beautiful old home of Brussels-based lawyer Andrew Penhallow, where she asks to be dropped? Penhallow is constantly toing and froing from the Continent, but that night, unusually, he is at home, and - with his son away and his wife Carla in bed with a migraine - alone. Which is Trade Review'A really good read - this novel comes highly recommended' Crime Time

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Book SynopsisA ''one-off'' from the best-selling creator of the Dr Kay Scarpetta series, based on the serialisation in the New York Times.Moving between the chill of Cambridge, Massachusetts and the sultry humidity of Knoxville, Tennessee, Winston Garano, a police investigator, is instructed to look into a twenty-year-old murder case. Although Win reckons there are many more pressing current cases which should have higher priority, he gets on with the task, unaware of the can of worms he will prise open. With her hallmark qualities of deft characterisation, perfect research and tense story-telling, Patricia Cornwell has created a novel which entertains, intrigues and satisfies.Trade ReviewThis sparky novella-length work... is read with aplomb by Kate Reading. There are two great characters, crackling with suppressed chemistry * Sunday Times *Kate Reading's telling of AT RISK keeps the listener hooked from the start * Waterstone’s Books Quarterly *The pace is cracking. * DAILY MIRROR *This book is just as exciting as one of the author's Scarpetta thrillers and is thrilling from start to finish. * THE LADY *

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Book SynopsisThe eighteenth book in the award-winning Peter Diamond series, from Peter Lovesey.As a New Year begins in Bath, Ben Brace proposes to his long-term girlfriend, Caroline. The problem is that she''s the daughter of notorious crime baron, Joe Irving, who is coming to the end of a prison sentence. And Ben''s father George is Bath''s Deputy Chief Constable. But mothers and sons are a formidable force: a wedding in the Abbey and reception in the Roman Baths are set in place before the career-obsessed DCC can step in.Peter Diamond, Bath''s head of CID, is appalled to be put in charge of security on the day. Ordered to be discreet, he packs a gun and a guest list in his best suit and must somehow cope with potential killers, gang rivals, warring parents, bossy photographers and straying bridesmaids. The laid-back Joe Irving seems oblivious to the danger he is in from rival gang-leaders, while Brace can''t wait for the day to end. Will the photo-session be a liTrade ReviewWhile there are laughs along the way, this would not be a Peter Lovesey novel without edge-of-the-seat tension. Crime fiction of the highest grade * Daily Mail *Lovesey spins a tricksy plot with dark humour and red herrings galore * Peterborough Evening Telegraph *Fun is something guaranteed by the name Peter Lovesey on a book cover...plenty of twists and misdirections * Morning Star *Mr Lovesey has been writing his Peter Diamond series for nearly three decades, and it's a pleasure to note no discernible flagging of energy in author or detective * Wall Street Journal *With its unexpected twists and turns, Peter Lovesey scores another hit with Killing with Confetti, keeping the reader guessing all the way to the altar * Shots Mag *As with all of Lovesey's books it is compulsive reading, especially when Peter Diamond comes on the scene. It has an intriguing plot, with some moments of high tension, and Lovesey's trademark dry humour. As always, the characterisation is superb. Diamond and his team are familiar and well-loved friends, all with their own quirks but all likeable. The theme that runs through the book is the corrosive nature of ambition, greed and entitlement, and the fundamental integrity of Peter Diamond shines through. Killing With Confetti is a page turner, which I would recommend * Mystery People *

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Book SynopsisThe first Campbell and Carter mystery from one of the nation''s best-loved crime writersLucas Burton hates the countryside. To him it''s nothing but mud, muck and dead things. And he''s right. When he turns up at a deserted farm in the middle of nowhere hoping to conduct a business deal he stumbles across the body of a girl. And that''s just the start of his bad luck: Penny Gower from the local stables has spotted his silver Mercedes leaving the scene of the crime. Suddenly, for Lucas, things are looking very bleak indeed... Inspector Jess Campbell is on the case, but with few leads and a new superintendent, Ian Carter, breathing down her neck, she''s beginning to feel the pressure. Then another dead body is found...Trade ReviewPraise for Ann Granger's previous crime novels: 'Characterisation, as ever with Granger, is sharp and astringent' * The Times *'The plot is neat and ingenious, the characters rounded and touchingly credible, and the writing of this darkly humorous but humane and generous novel fluent, supple and a pleasure to read' * Ham and High *'The reader can expect a treat. Lively, different and fun' * Yorkshire Post *'Ann Granger's skill with character together with her sprightly writing make the most of the story....she is on to another winner' * Birmingham Post *'One of crime fiction's most engaging heroines' * Yorkshire Post *

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewVery engaging as well as ingenious, and the unraveling of the mystery is excellently done -- Scotsman * Allan Massie *Well constructed, fast-paced, Jardine's narrative has many an ingenious twist and turn * Observer *Remarkably assured, raw-boned, a tour de force * New York Times *

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Book SynopsisTerrorists strike at the heart of the Edinburgh Festival in Quintin Jardine''s fantastic second novel in the highly popular Bob Skinner series.An explosion rocks Princes Street in the midst of the Edinburgh Festival. Responsibility is claimed by a group supposedly demanding political separation from Britain, but as atrocities escalate Skinner realises this is no gang of fanatics, but a highly professional team. But the Fighters haven''t reckoned with Assistant Chief Constable Bob Skinner, head of the Edinburgh CID and security adviser to Secretary of State Alan Ballantyne...

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Book SynopsisCan Skinner penetrate multiple layers of intrigue to unearth a killer? An exhilarating installment in this hugely popular Scottish crime series.Deputy Chief Constable Bob Skinner has witnessed the aftermath of murder countless times. Yet nothing could have prepared him for identifying the strangled bodies of his wife''s beloved parents, killed at their lakeside cabin in New York State. Driven by cold rage, Skinner quickly muscles in on the investigation and soon finds links with three other cases, where the killing is too professional to be the result of a burglary gone wrong...

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Book Synopsis 'A compelling, atmospheric page turner with an authentic insight into Māori culture' Val McDermidA DETECTIVE IN SEARCH OF THE TRUTH. A KILLER IN SEARCH OF RETRIBUTION. A CLASH BETWEEN CULTURE AND DUTY. THE PAST NEVER TRULY STAYS BURIED. WELCOME TO THE DARK SIDE OF PARADISE.  Detective Senior Sergeant Hana Westerman is a tenacious Māori detective juggling single motherhood and the pressures of her career in Auckland’s Central Investigation Branch. When she’s led to a crime scene by a mysterious video, she discovers a man hanging in a hidden room. With little to go on, Hana knows one thing: the killer is sending her a message. As a Māori officer, there has always been a clash between duty and culture for Hana, but it is something that she’s found a way to live with. Until now. When more murders follow, Hana realises that her heritage and past are the keys to finding the Trade Review‘Stunning. Better the Blood is a tremendous debut, and Hana Westerman, the Maori detective at the center of the story, instantly becomes one of the great characters in crime fiction on any continent. This novel has it all: a gripping mystery, complex and memorable characters, and timely social and cultural commentary. Don’t miss it’ -- David Heska Wanbli Weiden, author of Winter Counts'Better the Blood touches on themes that have become increasingly urgent in recent years including the far-reaching impacts of colonialism and the often uneasy integration of identity and heritage into modern multicultural society. A tensely plotted, gritty crime novel that has the courage to force us all to rethink our relationship with the past' Vaseem Khan ‘As page-turning as it is eye-opening. An excitingly fresh perspective upon a world you thought you knew’ Ambrose Parry ‘Packed with intricate detail about Maori history and culture, this tense and involving story ushers in a remarkable new detective’ Geoffrey Wansell, Daily Mail ‘This thought-provoking debut is a compelling, insightful and highly addictive read’ My Weekly ‘So chilling’ Crime Monthly ‘[A] stellar series launch . . . Immersed in modern-day technologies and with a keen sensitivity to cultural issues, this is a finely crafted page-turner. Bennett is a writer to watch’ Publishers Weekly (starred review) 'Bennett unflinchingly weaves together layers of fallout from New Zealand’s bloody colonization, enduring Maori culture, and gripping procedural details. Hopefully this compelling debut heralds the start of a long-running series' Booklist

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Book SynopsisTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER & RICHARD & JUDY BOOK CLUB PICKSIX FRIENDS. ONE KILLER. WHO DO YOU TRUST?''A novel that literally makes you hold your breath then gasp out loud'' VAL MCDERMID___________Seven teenagers went down to the woods. Only six came back . . .30 years later, a body is discovered.DCI Sheens already knows what''s waiting for him - Aurora Jackson, found at last.What he doesn''t already know is that it''s murder.All six witnesses insist on their innocence, but DCI Sheens is sure one of them is lying.But who?__________''What a marvel! A corkscrew-twisty, knife-sharp thriller. . . Prepare to be haunted'' A J Finn, bestselling author of The Woman in the Window''I loved it. A SUPERIOR crime novel'' Marian Keyes''An engaging tale of lust, rivalry and murder'' The Sunday TimesTrade ReviewAn atmospheric thriller that takes the idea of six friends with a dark place in their past and gives it a series of fresh, chilling twists. A novel that literally makes you hold your breath then gasp out loud -- Val McDermidWhat a marvel! A corkscrew-twisty, knife-sharp thriller - yet it doubles as a tender ode to loss and longing. Prepare to be haunted -- A.J. Finn, no.1 bestselling author of The Woman in the WindowAn engaging tale of lust, rivalry and murder * Sunday Times, Pick of the best suspense novels *A dark, deep, terrific thriller and a scorching portrait of friendship and its betrayal -- Nicci FrenchThis enjoyably chilling suspense tale conveys both the thrills and the dangers of being a teenager on the brink of adult independence... The obvious questions of how she died and at whose hand are properly dealt with. But the fascination of this story is in the character studies of the surviving children, all grown up now and participants in a dark mystery that they all wish had never seen the light of day * New York Times *I loved it. A SUPERIOR crime book -- Marian KeyesShe Lies in Wait delivers on just about every level - a killer premise, an absorbing plot that twists and turns at just the right pace, and in DCI Jonah Sheens a lead detective who has hit the page fully-formed and instantly likeable. One to watch! -- Caz Frear, Richard and Judy bestselling author of Sweet Little LiesIn this cracking, page-turning thriller, Gytha Lodge brings the reader on a twisty edgy ride, flipping deftly between two timelines as it races towards the reveal. Gripping stuff -- Karen Perry, bestselling author of Girl UnknownClassic detective fiction at its best! Lodge paints an absorbing tale of murder - and more - involving a cast of superbly drawn characters. Rarely does a book so seamlessly blend the past and the present, building edge-of-the-seat suspense to the very final scene, all the while offering up piercing psychological insight * Jeffery Deaver *A gripping, atmospheric thriller and hugely promising debut * Image *A stunning debut. Brilliantly formed characters and a twisty, clever plot had me turning pages well past my bed time.A strong debut thriller with dual timelines. Mysterious, stylish, and utterly compellingBy turns elegant and savage, absorbing and clinical, She Lies In Wait is one of those rare debuts that stops you dead, commands you to turn each page, and leaves you piecing together a story you are desperate to unfold yet loath to finish. Seriously impressive.This twisty-turny read is a cut above the rest because of the brilliant writing. 5 ***** * Sun *A stunner, a proper whodunnit. It kept me up well past bed-time, turning those pages. Well-plotted, brilliant characters, beautifully written: a sure-fire hitWith a punchy hook, this is the perfect read for a book club * Cambridge Edition *Gytha Lodge is an incredibly talented writer and this is an haunting, assured debut that will stay with the reader long after they've finished the last page. * Jessica Barry, author of Freefall *An atmospheric debut... Lodge smoothly intercuts the present-day police probe by whip-sharp recent transfer Det. Constable Juliette Hanson and other team members with flashbacks to the last day of Aurora's life as seen through her eyes... This psychological thriller marks a promising start to a planned series * Publishers Weekly *Sheens and his team are compassionate, clever, and likeable... The mystery intrigues and twists, offering enough red herrings and moments of police procedural to please fans of the genre. There are already two more DCI Sheens novels in the works - hooray! * Kirkus (starred review) *Masterful and immersive, told with pace and nuance - totally gripping. The tension wracks up page after page. A fantastic book, a sure-fire bestseller * Chris Hammer, No.1 Bestselling author of Scrublands *I thoroughly enjoyed it - a great evocation of being a teenager, and a tense meshing of time lines. I'm very glad it's the start of a series * Harriet Tyce, author of Blood Orange *Classic detective fiction at its best! Lodge paints an absorbing tale of murder-and more--involving a cast of superbly drawn characters. Rarely does a book so seamlessly blend the past and the present, building edge-of-the-seat suspense to the very final scene, all the while offering up piercing psychological insight that draws us in as completely as the plot. * Jeffery Deaver, author of The Never Game and The Bone Collector *Most enjoyable - Gytha Lodge is a skilled storyteller and she weaves such an intricate plot. The book hooked me early on and kept me up way past my bedtime on several nights! The team of detectives Gytha has put together is top notch. All in all, a very satisfying read * James Oswald *She Lies in Wait drew me in from the very first page. Gytha Lodge has created a compulsive crime novel with a heartbreaking story and a complex plot as well as a whole set of brilliant characters, especially the clever and likeable DCI Sheens. Difficult to put down, it kept me guessing until the end * Jenny Quintana, bestselling author of The Missing Girl *I can't remember a debut I read with such pleasure - a really masterful handling of complex plot and beautiful characterisation * Helen Callaghan, bestselling author of Dear Amy *A thriller with a chilling psychological edge that explores the bonds of friendship * Woman *Slow-burning, yet intense ... Ticks all the crime thriller boxes * Peterborough Evening Telegraph *Brilliant. We predict she is a big name for the future * Leamington Courier *

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Book SynopsisThe latest gripping novel from the author of the Sunday Times bestselling Richard & Judy thriller pick She Lies in Wait''Gripping, multi-layered and fresh. Terrific'' WILL DEAN, author of Dark Pines_________Aidan Poole logs onto his laptop late at night to Skype his girlfriend, Zoe. But to his horror, he realizes she is not alone.Completely helpless, all he can do is listen to the sounds of a violent struggle.And then a chilling silence.He''s desperate to find out if she is OK. So why is he so hesitant to call the police?When his messages finally reach them, DCI Jonah Sheens and his team take the case.And discover the body. . .Watching from the Dark is the spellbinding thriller that you won''t want to miss._________''An absolute gem - I was hooked from the first page'' JO JAKEMAN, author of Sticks and StonesTrade ReviewAn excellent detective novel. The opening scene is superb, and sets up the story beautifully. Gripping, multi-layered and fresh. Terrific -- Will Dean, author of Dark PinesA brilliant premise, perfectly executed. A genuine page turner - it kept me guessing right until the end. -- Chris Hammer, bestselling author of ScrublandsA riveting new book, with such vivid characters -- Holly Watt, author of To the LionsAn absolute gem - I was hooked from the first page -- Jo Jakeman, author of Sticks and StonesThe first scene was brilliantly terrifying and the rest of the novel lived up to the strong opening - I had no idea who the killer was and it was superbly plotted. I loved the characters, too, especially the investigating team. I can see that this series is going to be a huge hit. -- Emily Koch, bestselling author of If I Die Before I WakeA cold blooded chiller from first page to last. I loved She Lies In Wait, Watching From The Dark is even better -- Chris WhitakerYou'll be reluctant to put this book down until you've unravelled all its dark plot twists * Culture Fly *Lodge writes perceptively about rivalries between young women, showing how even the best-intended relationships can become toxic * The Sunday Times *A satisfyingly complex whodunnit that will keep readers gripped and baffled in equal measure * Daily Express *This page-turner of a novel is intricately and intelligently plotted, and keeps you guessing right up to its gripping close * Cambridge Edition *I really loved this. Jonah Sheens is a well-drawn and likeable detective, and what I like about Gytha's writing is that she thinks outside the box -- Gillian McAllister, bestelling author of How to Disappear

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Book SynopsisDisrespect, disdain - and dead bodies! It''s all in a day''s work for WPC Billie Harkness, a pioneering female police officer protecting the home front in this gripping WWII British historical mystery.A fresh and different take on WWII stories with an appealing young heroine New York Times bestselling author Rhys Bowen on Death in a Blackout1940. It''s been a month since rector''s daughter Billie Harkness left her rural village to make a fresh start in the northern city of Hull. Now she has a new home and an exciting new job as one of only two female police constables in the whole city. But Hull still feels like a foreign country, and some people are less than impressed by the idea of a woman doing a ''man''s job''.Facing disrespect from her colleagues and suspicion from the public, Billie throws herself into her work. The tasks she''s assigned might be menial, but she''s determined to do her bit for the war effort. The

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Book SynopsisConstable Teddy Creque has to get to the bottom of a murder committed during a British royal reception in this lively and atmospheric mystery set in the sunny Caribbean.When Constable Teddy Creque is assigned to the security detail at a grand reception on the little island of Tortola for Princess Portia and her husband Lord Sutherland, he''s prepared for a British royal night out. He''s less prepared for an evening of dreary small talk about bond prices and tax havens. But at least the event is going smoothly, he tells himself . . . That is, until it''s cut dramatically short by a shot ringing out from the direction of the garden.Anxious that one of the royals is in danger, Teddy springs into action. He has to get the royal pair to safety, but first he has to find them. And they''re not the only ones missing - where is his superi

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Book SynopsisAn armchair travelers delightPublishers WeeklyOne dead art collector and a gallery of suspects. This romantic weekend just turned deadlyTranslator Rick Montoya is looking forward to a quiet weekend away with his girlfriend, Betta, an art fraud investigator for the Italian Culture Ministry. Their destination: the beautiful village of Urbino, home to Renaissance masters Rafael and the lesser-known Piero della Francesca. While Betta does have official business to attend tonamely, collecting a priceless Piero drawing from a wealthy Spanish collector on the ministry''s behalfshe asks Rick to join her in case she needs an interpreter, but with other, less-official intentions in mind.When the Spaniard is found murdered and the drawing stolen, Betta must shift back into art cop mode, and Rick''s official services are required after all. As they set out to discover the identity of the killer and the whereabouts of the stolen sketch, they are drawn from Urbino''s cobbled streets tTrade Review"It's a win-win for all involved, including the reader." - Kirkus Reviews"An armchair traveler's delight." - Publishers Weekly"Vivid, often lyrical descriptions of Italian towns with their architecture, food, and wine bring the setting to life. Art history and the portrayal and meaning of individual works of art are seamlessly incorporated." - Booklist

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Book Synopsis''Dripping with authenticity. Packed full of characters you genuinely care about . . . I didn''t read the last few chapters, I devoured them. An absolute triumph'' M. W. CRAVEN_____________________Three can keep a secret. If two of you are dead... Two women are snatched off the streets of London in one weekend.DI Charlie George and his team get to work. The lives of these young women - one of them a mother - are on the line, and the clock is ticking.When they catch a lucky break from a CCTV camera, Charlie is sure they have their man. And that''s when he gets his first surprise. Because nothing about this case is simple and not everyone is quite what they seem.Charlie''s job is to find the missing women and get to the truth. But some people would rather the truth stays hidden - even when the bodies start to pile up..._____________________

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Book SynopsisWhen millionaire Leo Speight is found poisoned, Scotland''s toughest cop is called in to solve the high-profile case...Skinner joins his old team in a complex murder investigation in the twenty-ninth gripping mystery in Quintin Jardine''s bestselling crime series. Praise for Jardine''s compelling novels: ''A masterclass in how murder-mysteries ought to be written'' Scots MagazineWhen millionaire Leo Speight is found poisoned at his Ayrshire mansion, Police Scotland has a tough case on its hands. Speight was a champion boxer with national hero status, and a long list of lovers and friends stand to benefit from his estate. Did one of them decide to speed things up? Or was jealousy or rivalry the motive?The Security Service wants to stay close to the investigation and they have just the man to send in: ex-Chief Constable Bob Skinner. Skinner might have retired from the police, but solving crimes is in his blood. CombininTrade ReviewA plot with as many twists and turns as a highland road...an excellent addition to the series -- www.crimereview.co.ukPraise for Quintin Jardine: 'If Ian Rankin is the Robert Carlyle of Scottish crime writers, then Jardine is surely its Sean Connery' * Glasgow Herald *A masterclass in how murder-mysteries ought to be written * Scots Magazine *Well constructed, fast-paced, Jardine's narrative has many an ingenious twist and turn * Observer *Remarkably assured, raw-boned, a tour de force * New York Times *Deplorably readable * Guardian *Very engaging as well as ingenious, and the unraveling of the mystery is excellently done -- Allan Massie * Scotsman *If you're looking for a detective whose personal life is as active, contradictory and complicated as his job then follow the Edinburgh exploits of Deputy Chief Constable Bob Skinner in Quintin Jardine's Skinner series * Radio Times *Gritty cop drama that makes Taggart look tame * Northern Echo *More twists and turns than TV's Taggart at its best * Stirling Observer *I love the Bob Skinner novels. Quintin Jardine's slick and suspenseful Edinburgh-set series has never failed to keep me riveted... Starts with a bang and doesn't let up till the last sentence * Globe and Mail *

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Book SynopsisIs a killer still on the loose? The thirtieth gritty mystery in Quintin Jardine''s bestselling Bob Skinner series, not to be missed by readers of Ian Rankin and Peter May. Praise for Quintin Jardine''s gripping novels: ''Well constructed, fast-paced, Jardine''s narrative has many an ingenious twist and turn'' ObserverWhen a murder investigation that''s been closed for thirty years is suddenly re-opened, former Chief Constable Bob Skinner is quickly drawn into the action. The story of the Body in the Quarry was well-known around Edinburgh all those years ago: a popular priest found dead in a frozen quarry; a suspect with a clear motive charged; a guilty verdict. But with a journalist uncovering new evidence, the cold case has come back to haunt Skinner''s old mentor Jimmy Proud - and only one man can help him.Skinner is long out of the police force, but he can''t say no. With the clock ticking, and his friend''s reputTrade ReviewPraise for Quintin Jardine's novels: 'Well constructed, fast-paced, Jardine's narrative has many an ingenious twist and turn' * Observer *Another cracker from Jardine...There are plenty of twists and turns along the way to keep you engrossed * Scots Magazine *Very engaging as well as ingenious, and the unraveling of the mystery is excellently done * Scotsman *If Ian Rankin is the Robert Carlyle of Scottish crime writers, then Jardine is surely its Sean Connery * Glasgow Herald *Deplorably readable * Guardian *Remarkably assured, raw-boned, a tour de force * New York Times *I love the Bob Skinner novels. Quintin Jardine's slick and suspenseful Edinburgh-set series has never failed to keep me riveted...starts with a bang and doesn't let up till the last sentence * The Globe and Mail *Gritty cop drama that makes Taggart look tame * Northern Echo *Another powerful tartan noir that packs a punch * Peterborough Evening Telegraph *

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Book SynopsisWhat’s a lie among friends? It’s murder—in this riveting thriller by Viveca Sten, bestselling author of Tonight You’re Dead… It’s Midsummer’s Eve, the celebration of the longest day of the year, and on Sandhamn it’s the longest party of the year. But the fun comes to a dead halt when a young reveler is murdered, a teenage girl is found drugged and dazed on the beach, and other young women vanish. So far, what links the victims is a mystery. For Nora Linde and her new boyfriend, Jonas Sköld, the crimes are personal: one of the missing girls is Wilma, Jonas’s daughter. And her disappearance could test Nora and Jonas’s relationship in ways they never expected. Thrust into the investigation, they soon discover that it’s more than a case of bad blood between friends. But the truth, which has receded into a haze of carousing, drugs, and liquor, is getting harder to see. If Nora and Jonas are going to find out what happened to Wilma, they’d better do it fast—before the ebbing tides sweep away all the terrible secrets of that night on Sandhamn Island.

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Book Synopsis‘The Alan Banks mystery-suspense novels are the best series on the market. Try one and tell me I'm wrong’ – Stephen KingCold is the Grave is the eleventh novel in Peter Robinson's Inspector Banks series, following on from In A Dry Season.A runaway girl. An inescapable past. Banks is pulled into a perilous world. With his personal life in turmoil DCI Banks is considering his options. But then late one night the architect of his professional misfortune, Chief Constable Riddle, summons Banks to his house for his daughter Emily has run away and compromising photos have appeared online. Riddle wants Banks to use his unorthodox methods to find her without a fuss.Banks, a father himself, cannot refuse and he follows the trail to the dark heart of London. But when a series of gruesome murders follows soon after, Banks finds himself pulled into the dangerous world of his most powerful enemy, Chief Constable Jimmy Riddle.Cold is the Grave is followed by the twelfth book in this Yorkshire-based crime series, Aftermath.Trade ReviewA writer at the very height of his powers -- Ian RankinThe master of the police procedural * Mail on Sunday *

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