Crime and mystery: police procedural

Book SynopsisThe beloved Sergeant Cribb series by Peter LoveseyThe spiritualist movement has captivated a segment of Victorian London: manifestations, the occult, and ''sensitives'' are in vogue. Unfortunately, those ready to believe are vunerable to fraud. When séance sites become targets for theft, Sergeant Cribb and Constable Thackeray are on the case. But then someone murders the medium, and the two find themselves rubbing shoulders with some rather eccentric suspects.Trade ReviewSplendid plot, prepossessing good humour, unassertively satisfying prose. Warmly recommended - Edmund Crispin, Sunday TimesPeter Lovesey is undeniably one of the best practitioners of the genre . . . An elegantly written book - Financial TimesOne of the best of this series, A Case of Spirits is lively and well-plotted - New York TimesThe writing is strikingly evocative of the period, and the plot is riveting - The Times Saturday Review

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of the Easy Rawlins series comes a new crimebuster - Fearless JonesFearless Jones is a gritty, noirish thriller set in 1950s'' Los Angeles. When sultry Elana Love walks into mild-mannered Paris Minton''s bookshop, he knows she spells trouble. Elana is trying to escape her boyfriend Leon, who is ''three kinds of bad'' - which doesn''t bode well for Paris when he is seduced by her. Soon afterwards Elana disappears and Paris''s shop is burned to the ground. He calls on war hero and jailbird friend Fearless Jones to come to his aid. Together they set off to find Elana so that Paris can get his life back on track again.Trade ReviewA delight! * GOOD BOOK GUIDE (1.5.04) *

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Book SynopsisBob Skinner must challenge local beliefs and legends to solve a gruesome murder in this fourth installment in the fantastic Scottish crime series.A four-day tournament involving the world''s leading golfers is being staged to mark the opening of a new country club created on the Marquis of Kinture''s East Lothian estate. But on the previous Sunday afternoon, one of Kinture''s business partners is found dead in his private jacuzzi in the clubhouse - with his throat cut. The next day an anonymous letter is received by the local newspaper, containing a fragment of a legendary witches'' curse upon anyone who desecrates their place of worship. When a second murder occurs, this time by water, ACC Bob Skinner finds himself facing the most challenging case of his career...

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Book Synopsis''ONE OF THE BEST THRILLER WRITERS WORKING TODAY'' LEE CHILDA MISSING GIRL. AN ICE COLD KILLER. It''s been eleven years since Claire Flynn disappeared - abducted without a trace from a snowy hillside. Investigator Darby McCormick remembers the case. She knows there''s only ever been one suspect, Father Richard Byrne, linked inconclusively to two similar disappearances. Finally, now terminally ill, Byrne is willing to talk. But he''ll only talk to Darby. She''s expecting a confession - but what she hears is far more disturbing. And it soon becomes clear that someone is willing to kill to keep this cold case on ice . . . Fans of Karin Slaughter, James Patterson and Val McDermid will love this gripping thriller from bestselling author Chris Mooney. _________Praise for Chris Mooney: ''Harrowing, gripping, haunting'' Harlan Coben ''It will keep you up past bedtime'' Karin Slaughter''Compelling, thrilling and touching'' Michael ConnellyTrade ReviewA heartfelt and very contemporary thriller with huge emotional heft * The People *

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Book SynopsisBath''s top detective, Peter Diamond, doesn''t believe in jinxes. So when he''s asked to investigate a top TV show plagued by a series of misfortunes, Diamond is unmoved. He''s no fan of the show - which glorifies criminals and mocks the police - and the incidents were spread across six years. It''s clear this is the press making a sensation out of nothing. So Diamond puts the junior member of his squad on the case.But when young officer Paul Gilbert goes on location with the TV unit and witnesses another near-death incident, Diamond is forced to take an interest. To make matters worse, the press get wind of his involvement and Diamond his under pressure from all quarters. But his troubles have scarcely started. Devastating traps and surprises make this the most baffling case of his entire career.Trade ReviewMore than 30 years into this series, Lovesey shows no signs of losing steam or ingenuity * Publisher's Weekly *Another triumph for a veteran sleuth who's pretty unstoppable himself * Kirkus *Pure pleasure, as always: traditional clues and red herrings, humour, and a central character who becomes more real with every book. * Morning Star *An intriguing tale with a surprising ending. Highly recommended. * MYSTERY PEOPLE *

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Book SynopsisWinner of the Crime Writers of Canada Award for Best Crime NovelInspector Green probes for family secrets that someone wants to keep buried...no matter the cost.Accident or suicide? That's the simple question put to Inspector Michael Green when a derelict stranger falls to his death from an abandoned church tower in a quiet river village at the edge of his jurisdiction. But when the victim turns out be a long lost son of a local farm family cursed in recent years by tragedy, madness and death, Green begins to suspect something far more sinister is at work. Probing the family's past, he uncovers a toxic mix of rigid fundamentalism, teenage rebellion and a family secret so horrific that twenty years later, someone is still desperate to prevent the truth from coming to light.Trade ReviewOne exceptional mystery, with even more complex characters and tighter plotting. Fradkin’s forte is the emotional cost of crime. * Ottawa Citizen *All works beautifully right up to the twist at the end. The Inspector Green series gets better with every book. * Globe and Mail *A character-driven psychological thriller that’s a page turner from page one. * Midwest Book Review *One of the longest-running and most successful series in Canadian crime fiction, and for good reason. * Ottawa Review of Books *

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Book SynopsisWhen murder stalks a family over Christmas, Detective Kala Stonechild trusts her intuition to get results.Sneaks up on you with its grit and promise. National Post It's a week before Christmas when wealthy businessman Tom Underwood disappears into thin air with more than enough people wanting him dead. Officer Kala Stonechild, who has left her Northern Ontario detachment to join a specialized Ottawa crime unit, is tasked with returning Underwood home in time for the holidays. Stonechild is a lone wolf who is used to surviving by her wits. Her new boss, Detective Jacques Rouleau, has his hands full controlling her, his team, and an investigation that keeps threatening to go off track. Old betrayals and complicated family relationships brutally collide when love turns to hate and murder stalks a family.Finalist for the Crime Writers of Canada Award for Best NovelTrade ReviewWhat makes this mystery most interesting are the tightly knit details. Chapman never tips her hand as she presents readers with a wide-open field of suspects. For the majority of the novel, the list of potential culprits is lengthy, and the author skillfully deploys twists and decoys to misdirect us, while also dropping tiny clues to help make the final reveal seem perfectly logical. * Quill & Quire *Deeply atmospheric and tightly plotted, Cold Mourning is Chapman's sharpest mystery yet. In Kala Stonechild we meet a damaged, complex and courageous heroine determined to leave her complicated past behind. … Spare, haunting and unflinching, Cold Mourning will make you shiver long after you've put it down. A gripping read from the first line of the first page. * C.B. Forrest, author of the Charlie McKelvey mystery series *Cold Mourning maintains its low-key feel just long enough to sneak up on you with its grit and promise. * National Post *Cold Mourning marks the promising beginning of a new series of stories built around complex, yet engaging, characters. * Ottawa Review of Books *What's unusual about Cold Mourning is the multiple viewpoints which at times allow the reader to have more information than Stonechild. Chapman handles this style smoothly and it's very effective in moving the story along. She is a skilled writer with nine books already under her belt. * Mysterymaven.ca *Brenda Chapman has written an interesting and intriguing story in Cold Mourning that keeps the reader guessing throughout. * Bittenbybooks.com *

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Book SynopsisThe third gripping novel in the Polish detective series featuring DI Dania Gorska.In the north of Dundee, DI Dania Gorska is leading the search for a missing girl, with the police and volunteers combing the dramatic landscape in hope of finding the child. What they discover in a derelict hut in the hills isn''t the girl, but is the remains of a body, chained to a wall.This body isn''t the missing child but is identified as another young boy, Cameron Affleck, who disappeared many years before in a case that could never be solved. Dania contacts the boy''s father, who still spends much time digging around the fields where his son was last seen, in hope of finding his body. Dania begins to unearth the old case, determined to discover Cameron''s killer and looking for possible connections to the present-day missing child. But as she digs into the past, she realises that the Affleck family are hiding more than they let on and that there are some dark secre

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Book SynopsisEdinburgh's toughest cop returns - the twenty-seventh mystery in Quintin Jardine's ever-popular Bob Skinner series. 'Quintin Jardine's slick and suspenseful Edinburgh-set series has never failed to keep me riveted... Game Over ... starts with a bang and doesn't let up till the last sentence... One of Jardine's best' Globe and MailTrade ReviewI 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 *A Scottish Alex Cross .... Brilliantly written to leave you guessing right up to the end * @Ilovereadinguk *Another cracker from Jardine... Plenty of twists and turns along the way to keep you engrossed * Scots Magazine *Praise for Quintin Jardine's previous novels: 'If Ian Rankin is the Robert Carlyle of Scottish crime writers, then Jardine is surely its Sean Connery' * Glasgow Herald *Very engaging as well as ingenious, and the unraveling of the mystery is excellently done -- Allan Massie * Scotsman *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 *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 *A complex and suspenseful saga that never flags from start to finish * Bolton Evening News *Gritty cop drama that makes Taggart look tame * Northern Echo *More twists and turns than TV's Taggart at its best * Stirling Observer *Deplorably readable * Guardian *Compelling stuff * Oxford Times *

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Book SynopsisTHERE''S NO REST FOR THE WICKED . . .Detective Inspector Paolo Sterling is urgently called away from court when a young woman''s mutilated body is found dumped in a car park.As the post-mortem begins, he is horrified to discover that the victim was the lead witness who failed to appear in court just days earlier. And, at the same time, a connection to another ongoing case is revealed and, suddenly, DI Sterling realises he is on the hunt for a depraved and senseless serial killer.Delving further into the investigation, Paolo and his team find themselves embroiled in a terrifying underworld that has unexpected links to Paolo''s life. And, when the lines between professional and personal blur, Paolo is forced to confront his worst nightmare. But how far will he go to protect those he loves? And what will he have to sacrifice to do so?]*PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED AS RETRIEVER OF SOULS*Lorraine Mace brings us the first unflinching and toTrade ReviewLorraine Mace has done it again. Crime fiction at its absolute finest -- MARION TODDWhat an opening! Lorraine certainly knows how to write a gripping thriller. A chilling read -- KAREN KINGA dark, cleverly plotted tale . . . I was gripped from the opening scene and raced through the book to its final, shocking ending. Crime writing at its very best -- SHEILA BUGLERGritty, topical, sometimes lacerating, but always enthralling. A truly compulsive read -- ABBIE FROST

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Book SynopsisMeet Amy Winter: Detective Inspector, daughter of a serial killer. DI Amy Winter is hoping to follow in the footsteps of her highly respected police officer father. But when a letter arrives from the prison cell of Lillian Grimes, one half of a notorious husband-and-wife serial-killer team, it contains a revelation that will tear her life apart. Responsible for a string of heinous killings decades ago, Lillian is pure evil. A psychopathic murderer. And Amy’s biological mother. Now, she is ready to reveal the location of three of her victims—but only if Amy plays along with her twisted game. While her fellow detectives frantically search for a young girl taken from her mother’s doorstep, Amy must confront her own dark past. Haunted by blurred memories of a sister who sacrificed herself to save her, Amy faces a race against time to uncover the missing bodies. But what if, from behind bars, Grimes has been pulling the strings even tighter than Amy thought? And can she overcome her demons to prevent another murder?Trade Review“With her police officer experience, Caroline Mitchell is a thriller writer who knows how to deliver on plot, character and, most importantly, emotion, in any book she writes.” —My Weekly “Thrilling, chilling, and oh so creepy. Excellent storytelling from Caroline Mitchell, highly recommended.” —Patricia Gibney, author of the Detective Lottie Parker series “This book had everything—an excellent police procedural with tension, pace, and compelling storyline but with the added psychological element. I was captivated from the very first word.” —Angela Marsons, author of the D.I. Kim Stone series

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Book SynopsisA gory display in a London park sets the police scrambling, in this new thriller by the author of From Inside the House. When a bloodstained effigy made of body parts is found in a park, DI Daniel Graves must discover what it means and find the person responsible. Symbols at the crime scene suggest the occult. Who is behind this horrific scene and what’s his purpose? As Graves and his partner, DI Charlie Palmer, begin to investigate, they enlist the help of Molly Gooding, a talented professor specialising in the arcane. Then the next crime scene is found. More blood, more symbols, and again, out in the open. It seems the killer wants the world to pay attention, but why? How are they choosing their victims? The pressure is on for Graves to put an end to the murders before more victims appear. In addition, Graves’s past is still not behind him. Someone is eager to make sure he doesn't forget and cannot move on. And they’re not playing games anymore. There may be a killer out there, but someone else is out for blood—Daniel Graves’s blood . . .Praise for the DI Graves series “Panic inducing moments.” —Scream magazine “Lures readers in and holds them.” —Online Book Club

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Book SynopsisLive Aid, July 1985. The great and the good of the music scene converge to save the world. But the TV glitz cannot disguise ugly truths about Thatcher's Britain.Jon Davies and Suzi Scialfa have moved on since the inquest into the death of Colin Roach, but they're about to be drawn back into the struggle ­­­- Jon by his restless curiosity and Suzi by the reappearance of DC Patrick Noble.Noble's other asset, the salaried spycop Parker, is a pawn in a game he only dimly comprehends. First, he's ordered to infiltrate the Broadwater Farm Estate in Tottenham; next will come Wapping, ground zero of a plot to smash the print unions. But who is Noble working for, and how far can he be trusted?The Iron Lady is reforging the nation, and London with it. Right to Buy may secure her votes, but who really stands to benefit? Corruption is endemic and the gap between rich and poor grows wider by the day. Insurrection seems imminent - all that's needed is a spark.REVIEWS FOR WHITE RIOT, A SUNDAY TIMES THRILLER OF THE MONTH'Rpresents everything that is good and important about the crime fiction genre' Irish Times'Enthralling' Sunday Times 'Gripping' The Times 'Propulsive' GuardianTrade ReviewThe second chapter in Thomas's epic trilogy of policing and corruption in 1980s East London . . . Juggling storylines like a box-set drama rather than a conventional thriller, Thomas builds up an absorbing portrait of a time when everything was in the balance -- John Williams * Mail on Sunday *

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Book Synopsis*THE NO.5 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER*'Grips from the first page . . . Among the best he's written' Sunday ExpressA TOMB OF ICEA young meteorologist checking a mountain top weather station in Kinlochleven discovers the body of a missing man entombed in ice.A DYING DETECTIVECameron Brodie, a Glasgow detective, sets out on a hazardous journey to the isolated and ice-bound village. He has his own reasons for wanting to investigate a murder case so far from his beat.AN AGONIZING RECKONINGBrodie must face up to the ghosts of his past and to a killer determined to bury forever the chilling secret that his investigation threatens to expose.Set against a backdrop of a frighteningly plausible near-future, A WINTER GRAVE is Peter May at his page-turning, passionate and provocative best.Trade ReviewA Winter Grave is timely and chilling, painting a disturbing picture of the future . . . it's a meticulously researched thriller with gravitas that grips from the first page . . . May's first novel in two years is among the best he's written. * S Magazine, Sunday Express *May has created a chilling believable near future . . . an atmospheric locked room mystery . . . this is as chilling as much for May's vision of where the we're heading as for the body count. * Observer *A gripping thriller set in a near future ravaged by the climate crisis. * Scots Mag *A Winter Grave is a superb thriller loaded with timely warnings. * Yorkshire Post *

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Book Synopsis*As seen on The One Show* *A Times and Sunday Times Crime Book of the Year*A BRUTAL KILLING UNCOVERS A COLD CASE. HAS SOMEONE GOT AWAY WITH MURDER?'A rip-roaring mystery that's engrossing from start to finish' ABIR MUKHERJEEOn the verge of a four-billion-dollar deal, a tech entrepreneur is found dead on a construction site, which leads to the discovery of three skeletons over a hundred years old.Desperate to solve his first case for the Met, Detective Kamil Rahman is under pressure to prove to his colleagues that he's up to the job.But as fresh bodies turn up, can Kamil - along with his friend Anjoli - prevent another murder? *The thrilling new Kamil Rahman mystery, THE SPY, is available to pre-order now!******Praise for the Detective Kamil Rahman series:'Hugely entertaining' ANN CLEEVES'The Detective has all the ingredients for a great crime series' SUN'[Kamil is a] likeable inspector . . . We shall hear much more of him' DAILY MAIL'An elegantly constructed thriller' THE TIMES'Outstanding' SUNDAY TIMESTimes and Sunday Times Crime Books of the Year, 2023The One Show guest, November 2023__________________________About the detectives:Kamil has always wanted to be top cop. With a father who reached the position of Police Commissioner of the Calcutta police, what else could he do, other than hanker after an honourable career chasing the bad guys, just like his dad. However, the odds are stacked against him. He's a Muslim in the Met, facing overt and covert racism and he needs to be twice as good as his colleagues to make it. All of this he could cope with, if only his personal life was humming along smoothly.Anjoli is searching, but she doesn't know what for. A high-minded psychologist who is super smart, always restless and naturally empathetic, she is meticulous and often finds connections Kamil has missed. She would love to get deeper into crime solving - possibly even have a go at it full-time but she can't shake the feeling that she is an imposter in a game of let's pretend. Kamil makes her laugh, but she doesn't know why she can't make the leap. Why is she so scared of surrendering her heart to him? Does she not feel deserving of love and adoration? Or does she fear a life where she's always waiting for the other shoe to drop?Trade ReviewAjay Chowdhury’s crime novels set in the East End are vivid portraits of modern life. * Sunday Times, Best Books of the Year *An entertaining story that ranges across love, murder and an intriguing family tree * Sun *A rip-roaring mystery that's engrossing from start to finish * Abir Mukherjee *Chowdhury brings his own expertise in modern tech to the plot, combining it with hot button history, and a biting wit. The series goes from strength to strength * Vaseem Khan *[Kamil is a] likeable inspector . . . We shall hear much more of him * Daily Mail *

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Book SynopsisIn a Yorkshire Dales village everyone has a motive for murder—except the killer. A retired judge is shot dead outside the Dog and Gun inn in the remote Yorkshire village of Niddersgill. There’s a witness who saw everything, and the gunman’s on the run; the case should be open-and-shut for DCI Jim Oldroyd. But the murderer had no motive for wanting Sandy Fraser dead and, what’s more, no trace of him can be found. As Oldroyd and his team cast the net wider, they discover that Fraser wasn’t without enemies in Niddersgill. As the wealthy owner of a grouse moor, he’d clashed with farmers, debtors, hunt saboteurs and blackmailers. But none of them were at the scene of the murder. And when a local shopkeeper is gunned down in a second senseless attack, it’s clear that these killings are anything but random. Surrounded by the dramatic beauty of the Yorkshire Dales, Oldroyd faces a race against time to connect the crimes and find who’s behind them. But with all the evidence sending him down dead ends, can he get one step ahead before someone else is killed?

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Book SynopsisA string of suicides. A community in terror. And a chilling conspiracy only DI Amy Winter can crack. A wave of apparent suicides hits a string of seaside resorts, but when a police officer is named as the latest to die, DI Amy Winter suspects there may be more than mere coincidence to these tragic deaths. But what dark motive could cause someone to throw themselves into the cold depths of the North Sea? Someone in the community knows more than they are letting on, but Amy’s questions are met with resistance. A group of mysterious teenagers might hold the key, but why are they so afraid to talk? Meanwhile, after the release from prison of her serial killer mother, Amy is fighting her own demons. In her toughest investigation yet, Amy must confront her dark past if she is to put an end to the carnage. What secret is so terrible that it’s worth killing a police officer for? Amy needs to find the answer, before the sea washes up any more bodies.

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Book SynopsisIt looks like an open-and-shut case—until one of the Retired Detectives disappears… When movie producer Cody Ziegler goes missing from The Homestead’s Millionaires’ Row, his wife, retired actress Olivia, immediately claims there’s foul play afoot. A million-dollar ransom demand soon follows, with clear instructions not to involve the cops. In desperation she enlists the help of Moira, Rick, Philip and Lizzie, aka the Retired Detectives Club. Racing against the clock, the four retirees set to work. Sure, Cody had enemies—there’s a disgruntled employee, a jilted film-maker and a hundred other people who know how much he’s worth. But when it emerges that Cody’s apparently perfect marriage isn’t what it seems, even Olivia isn’t above suspicion. When Cody’s car turns up in a nearby lake with a shocking surprise inside, the case becomes even more complicated. But with Philip and Lizzie’s marriage on the rocks, and threatening notes sending Moira into a spin, the Retired Detectives Club risks falling apart before getting any closer to the truth. Can Moira and the gang find Cody before it’s too late? Or will this case see them lose in more ways than one?

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Book SynopsisFrom J. Todd Scott comes a chillingly engrossing thriller about a cult survivor who must confront the horrors of her past to ensure the safety of the future. Ten years after a fiery raid kills her family, former cult member Sybilla “Billie” Laure has a completely new identity. She’s settled in rural Colorado with her daughter, hoping for a quieter life. But the world has other plans. With wildfires raging and birds dropping from the sky, Billie wonders if her cult leader father’s apocalyptic predictions are finally coming true. When an intruder murders her husband and kidnaps her daughter, Billie has no choice but to confront the secrets of her past. But Billie’s journey has other perils, too—namely, a police chief hot on her trail, determined to expose the dangers of the defunct doomsday cult. To save her daughter, Billie will have to go back to where it all began—to the ruined compound in New Mexico where the real threat is the truth.Trade ReviewPraise for The Flock “In this riveting postapocalyptic thriller from Scott (Lost River), the world has been rocked by multiple catastrophes, including a terrible new disease that’s ‘a silent killer of children across the globe that now affects adults.’ Admirers of Justin Cronin will want to check this one out.” —Publishers Weekly “It’s all here: doomsday cults, innocents and grifters, unexplainable phenomena. Heartache and regret. A chance at redemption. What sets The Flock above your average thriller is the absolute ring of authenticity from this twenty-plus-year career DEA agent. You got the real deal right here.” —Alma Katsu, author of The Fervor and The Hunger “Scott lays out his short, propulsive chapters like a trail of breadcrumbs you can’t help but follow. This one will keep you up late turning the pages.” —Brian Freeman, bestselling author of Thief River Falls “We live in a world of bent truths, tribal divisions, and conspiring realities—and you’ll find a dark, mesmerizing reflection of this in J. Todd Scott’s latest thriller, The Flock. Scott writes with a terse poetry and builds a relentlessly paced plot, but it’s the superbly drawn characters who will wreck you in the best possible way.” —Benjamin Percy, author of The Unfamiliar Garden Praise for J. Todd Scott “Mr. Scott, as it happens, has been a federal agent with the Drug Enforcement Administration for more than twenty years, which surely contributes to the authenticity of this convincing saga.” —Wall Street Journal “Scott’s twenty-year career as a DEA agent infuses his work with realism, and his writing chops will make readers wonder why he waited so long to launch his literary career.” —Associated Press “The author exploits his decades of experience as a federal agent to create a powerful, realistic picture of crime.” —Kirkus Reviews “Scott writes beautifully, dreaming up intriguing action scenes, which those who are focused only on thrills will wish kept going and going. But patient readers will recognize and appreciate Scott’s endgame: showing us a world where thieves, murderers, and sadists are everyday folk.” —Booklist “J. Todd Scott’s series reads like equal parts Don Winslow and Ace Atkins. Having spent twenty years working with the DEA, Scott knows his stuff, adding instant credibility to his stories, which are well written and hopelessly addictive.” —New York Journal of Books “As addictive as the best crime show.” —Newsweek “The poetic and bloody ground of [the west] has given birth to a powerful new voice in contemporary western crime fiction.” —Craig Johnson, New York Times bestselling author of the Walt Longmire series “J. Todd Scott is the real deal.” —Michael McGarrity, New York Times bestselling author

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Book SynopsisAn FBI agent with a background in cryptography. A brilliant game maker bent on revenge. A deadly battle of wits and wills. An ingenious thriller from the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Cipher. FBI agent and former military codebreaker Daniela “Dani” Vega witnesses a murder on a Manhattan sidewalk. The victim is chief of staff for a powerful New York senator. The assassin turned informant is Gustavo Toro. His code: hit the target and don’t ask questions. When Dani suspects a complex conspiracy, the only way to take down the mastermind is from the inside, forcing her to partner with Toro. Together they must infiltrate the inner circle at a remote facility. Except it’s a trap. For all of them. Locked in a subterranean labyrinth and held captive by an unseen host, Dani, Toro, and others must fight for their lives. Now Dani must stay undercover, unravel a bizarre conspiracy, and survive lethal puzzles. But will Toro be friend or foe? Because in this killer’s game, everything is real: the paranoia, the desperation, and the body count. And only one person can make it out alive.Trade ReviewPraise for Isabella Maldonado A Killer’s Game “…Maldonado keeps the plot boiling and the bodies dropping to the end.” —Kirkus Reviews “Intense, gripping, and compulsively readable, A Killer’s Game goes from zero to ninety on page one and never slows down. FBI agent Dani Vega is a heroine to cheer for—tough, inventive, and highly capable. A winner.” —Meg Gardiner, #1 New York Times bestselling author The Falcon “Another great read from [Isabella Maldonado]! I’m a Nina Guerrera fan, and this book is the best of the series so far. Don’t miss it!” —Steve Netter, Best Thriller Books A Different Dawn “A horrifying crime, cat-and-mouse detection, aha moments, and extended suspense…” —Kirkus Reviews “Maldonado expertly ratchets up the tension as the pieces of the puzzle neatly fall into place. Suspense fans will be enthralled from the very first page.” —Publishers Weekly “A thrill ride from the very start. It starts off fast and never lets up. It’s one of the best thrillers of the summer.” —Red Carpet Crash “A Different Dawn is a heart-stopping journey on parallel tracks: police detection and personal…Isabella Maldonado has created an unforgettable hero in Nina Guerrera.” —Criminal Element “A killer of a novel. Fresh, fast, and utterly ingenious.” —Brad Thor, #1 New York Times bestselling author The Cipher “The survivor of a vicious crime confronts her fears in a hunt for a serial killer…forensic analysis, violent action, and a tough heroine who stands up to the last man on earth she wants to see again.” —Kirkus Reviews “[In] this riveting series launch from Maldonado…the frequent plot twists will keep readers guessing to the end, and Maldonado draws on her twenty-two years in law enforcement to add realism. Determined to overcome her painful past, the admirable Nina has enough depth to sustain a long-running series.” —Publishers Weekly “The Cipher by Isabella Maldonado is a nail-biting race against time.” —POPSUGAR “Maldonado does a superb job of depicting a woman who’s made a strength out of trauma and an even better job at showing how a monster could use the internet to prey on the vulnerable. Maldonado spent twenty-two years in law enforcement, and her experience shines through in The Cipher.” —The Amazon Book Review “A heart-pounding novel from page one, The Cipher checks all the boxes for a top-notch thriller: sharp plotting, big stakes, and characters—good and bad and everywhere in between—that are so richly drawn you’ll swear you’ve met them. I read this in one sitting, and I guarantee you will too. Oh, another promise: you’ll absolutely love the Warrior Girl!” —Jeffery Deaver, New York Times bestselling author “Wow! A riveting tale in the hands of a superb storyteller.” —J. A. Jance, New York Times bestselling author “Intense, harrowing, and instantly addictive, The Cipher took my breath away. Isabella Maldonado has created an unforgettable heroine in Nina Guerrera, a dedicated FBI agent and trauma survivor with unique insight into the mind of a predator. This riveting story is everything a thriller should be.” —Hilary Davidson, Washington Post bestselling author

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Book SynopsisA traumatized witness to a serial killer’s crimes is the only key to solving them in a gripping novel of psychological suspense. After his sister disappeared, FBI consultant and psychologist Ryan Strickland spent years looking for answers in an investigation gone tragically cold. But in his work, Ryan has built a reputation for getting reluctant victims to speak. A witness has been found who can identify an elusive serial killer whose crimes reach back decades. However, Olivia, the silent and scarred young woman in Ryan’s care, isn’t telling all. Yet. As a guarded trust develops between her and Ryan, Olivia agrees to return to the nightmare from which she fled—an isolated and abandoned farmhouse on the outskirts of town. Any evidence could lead authorities one step closer to finding the killer…and help fill in the missing pieces of Ryan’s own past. But no one is prepared for what they find or for the unspeakable truths revealed in Olivia’s darkest memories.

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Book SynopsisAfter a year in captivity, a kidnapped child escapes—only to reveal horrific truths that lead her psychologist on a race against time in this thriller from New York Times bestselling author Mike Omer. When eight-year-old Kathy Stone turns up on the side of the road a year after her abduction, the world awaits her harrowing story. But Kathy doesn’t say a word. Traumatized by her ordeal, she doesn’t speak at all, not even to her own parents. Child therapist Robin Hart is the only one who’s had success connecting with the girl. Robin has been using play therapy to help Kathy process her memories. But as their work continues, Kathy’s playtime takes a grim turn: a doll stabs another doll, a tiny figurine is chained to a plastic toy couch. All of these horrifying moments, enacted within a Victorian doll house. Every session, another toy dies. But the most disturbing detail? Kathy seems to be playacting real unsolved murders. Soon Robin wonders if Kathy not only holds the key to the murders of the past but if she knows something about the murders of the future. Can Robin unlock the secrets in Kathy’s brain and stop a serial killer before he strikes again? Or is Robin’s work with Kathy putting her in the killer’s sights?Trade Review“Even as he shifts gears from one set of riddles and anxieties to the next, Omer keeps the tension consistently high enough to prod you into reading just one more chapter. A masterful melding of everyday domestic suburban fears with serial-killer thrills.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “Omer’s no-nonsense prose…allows his proficient plotting to take center stage…The result is a haunting and propulsive hair-raiser.” —Publishers Weekly “The story is gripping. Omer's ability to write a tightly knit plot combines with his likable characters, resulting in an extremely readable book.” —Bookreporter

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Book SynopsisThe elite neighborhoods of Sydney are becoming a serial killer’s hunting ground. But for a city—and a detective—on the edge, not everything is as it seems in a twisting novel of suspense. During a stifling summer in Sydney, the body of a chaplain’s daughter is found wrapped in black plastic on the deserted grounds of an elite boarding school. Is it the work of the killer who’s been stalking the privileged neighborhoods along the Parramatta River? Gut instinct tells Detective Sergeant Rose Riley something even more devious might be at play. Eager to find the so-called Blue Moon Killer before he strikes again, Riley forms an uneasy alliance with Adam Bowman, a journalist with a valuable, and unsettling, link to the school’s history. As Riley’s investigation takes her deep into the secret lives of Sydney’s prominent citizens, Bowman delves into the darkest places of his own childhood for answers. When their paths converge, Riley must use every bit of her cunning to stop another murder. Excavating Bowman’s past might just be the key to unlocking the case. Or it could prove to be Riley’s undoing. Because clue by clue she’s being pulled into the sights of a killer.Trade Review“Spencer’s fiction debut…features a straightforward detective plot that’s enriched and deepened by touching on issues of class, race, and gender. An engaging police procedural with a little something extra.” —Kirkus Reviews “Dark, gritty, tense, atmospheric. I loved Black River.” —Candice Fox, #1 New York Times bestselling author “Sharply plotted and relentlessly paced, it kept me guessing until the last page.” —Michael Robotham, New York Times bestselling author of When You Are Mine “A meticulous thriller with a cast of stand-out characters and an intriguing setting. I could not stop reading it.” —Sarah Bailey, author of The Dark Lake “Propulsive and intricate. A crime thriller that is absolutely not to be missed.” —Hayley Scrivenor, author of Dirt Town “Black River hooked me and wouldn’t let me go. You’re going to want to read this one with all the lights on.” —Tim Ayliffe, author of The Enemy Within

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Book SynopsisFrom award-winning author Deborah J Ledford comes a thrilling new series featuring a Native American sheriff’s deputy who risks it all to find a friend who’s gone missing. After four women disappear from the Taos Pueblo reservation, Deputy Eva “Lightning Dance” Duran dives into the case. For her, it’s personal. Among the missing is her best friend, Paloma, a heroin addict who left behind an eighteen-year-old son. Eva senses a lack of interest from the department as she embarks on the investigation. But their reluctance only fuels her fire. Eva teams up with tribal police officer and longtime friend Cruz “Wolf Song” Romero to tackle a mystery that could both ruin her reputation and threaten her standing in the tribe. And when the missing women start turning up dead, Eva uncovers clues that take her deeper into the reservation’s protected secrets. As Eva races to find Paloma before it’s too late, she will face several tests of loyalty—to her friend, her culture, and her tribe.Trade Review“Redemption, by Deborah J. Ledford, gets under your skin. Fresh and ferocious Native American deputy Eva ‘Lightning Dance’ Duran never lets up in her quest woven through the Taos Pueblo land. Atmospheric and awash with color, customs, and ancient ways. I loved this.” —Cara Black, New York Times bestselling author “Deborah J. Ledford has artfully woven the voices of multiple characters connected to the Taos Pueblo to create a pattern of stories that illuminate the challenges as well as the enduring power of Native American women. The rhythm of daily life is evident in Ledford’s lovely, intimate prose. I eagerly await the new adventures of Eva Duran, who will, no doubt, unearth more mysteries in the buried layers of New Mexico.” —Naomi Hirahara, the Mary Higgins Clark Award–winning author of Clark and Division “Redemption is a page-turner! I loved reading about sheriff’s deputy Eva Duran and her battle against dark forces on the reservation. Sharp characters, a great setting, and a plot that keeps you guessing. A riveting thriller that hits hard and keeps you hooked.” —David Heska Wanbli Weiden, Anthony and Thriller Award–winning author of Winter Counts “A riveting tale of murder and intrigue on a Native American reservation from an immensely talented voice in crime fiction. Deborah J. Ledford has created a page-turner featuring an unforgettable hero in Eva ‘Lightning Dance’ Duran.” —Isabella Maldonado, Wall Street Journal bestselling author

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Book SynopsisIntroducing Sandro Cellini, ex-cop and private detective. Florence's answer to Donna Leon's Guido Brunetti.'Thoughtful, lugubrious, adorable Florentine Sandro Cellini has become my comfort-detective of choice... He make me almost long for a cold so I can go to bed and read.' -- Louisa YoungWhen a young English girl goes missing from among Florence's hard-drinking, high-living community of foreign art students, at first ex-policeman, good husband and newly private detective Sandro Cellini is unwilling to see any connection with his investigation of the suicide of an elderly Jewish architect.But as he looks more closely into the circumstances of Claudio Gentileschi's death the connections between the cases multiply, and Sandro's first case turns out to be darker and more complex than he could have imagined...Trade ReviewThoughtful, lugubrious, adorable Florentine Sandro Cellini has become my comfort-detective of choice... He make me almost long for a cold so I can go to bed and read. -- Louisa Young

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Book Synopsis'Big treat in store for fans. And if you're not a fan yet, why not?' Val McDermid'William Shaw is one of the great rising talents of UK crime fiction' Peter JamesLondon 1969: A detective in love. A crime of passionThe devil: She made a profit from rich men. They paid for her youth. She paid with her life. The angel: To investigate the prostitute's murder, DS Cathal Breen isn't scared to question powerful suspects. The fall: But when a mysterious man from MI6 calls, Breen begins to fear he's uncovered a spy scandal.And then Breen's girlfriend Helen Tozer, with her ex-copper instincts, gets dangerously involved. Right or wrong, Breen knows he has too much to lose. He can have no sympathy for the devil.Trade ReviewThis book contains the kind of writing - silky, seductive, unobtrusive - that carries one along. I picked the book up to get a taste of it and an hour later was still reading this clever, absorbing police procedural -- Jessica Mann * Literary Review *Shaw's talent for sensuous storytelling comes to the fore as he sets this fourth book in the series in the summer of 1969 . . . A first rate drama. Shaw goes from strength to strength, while making it all seem effortless. -- Geoffrey Wansell * Daily Mail *The debate about whether or not crime fiction should aspire to literary values rumbles on, but when a writer demonstrates a consummate use of language and can also incorporate the key imperative of the thriller - page-turning - it's a cause for celebration. William Shaw is in that select breed -- Barry Forshaw * Financial Times *William Shaw is a superb flowing writer, both of police procedure and personal relations, and perhaps England's most adept at using dialogue (as distinct from description) to propel his always intelligent stories * The Times *

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Book Synopsis'John Harvey is one of the all-time greats and remains one of my favourite writers.' IAN RANKIN_____________________Frank Elder's last case could be the one that breaks him for good.The heavy manacles around the girl's wrists, perhaps not surprisingly, looked very much like the ones that had been found on the studio floor. For a moment, she had a vision of the chain to which they were attached being swung through the air, taking on force and speed before striking home. Then swung again.When his estranged daughter Katherine appears on his doorstep, ex-Detective Frank Elder knows that something is wrong.Katherine has long been troubled, and Elder has always felt powerless to help her. But now Katherine has begun to self-destruct; the breakdown of her affair with a controversial artist, known for his pornographic paintings, has sent her into a tailspin.But when the artist is found murdered in his studio, suspicion falls on Katherine. The vultures are circling.And as Elder struggles to protect his daughter and prove her innocence, the terrors of the past threaten them both once more...Daily Telegraph Book of the Year_____________________'A masterpiece from a master of the genre.' MARK BILLINGHAM'An expertly plotted and moving final act for an old-school investigator of the best sort, from a true master of the genre' GUARDIAN Books of the Month'This is wonderfully atmospheric crime writing - a tribute to Harvey's exceptional talent' MAIL'The 79-year-old Harvey has made it clear that Body & Soul is his last novel, and what an excellent farewell it is .... Elder and Resnick are both greats of British crime fiction.' THE TIMES Book of the Month'Few writers have even approached Harvey's grasp of atmosphere which, mingled with some sharpish social comment and utterly believable characters, makes them a must read' CRIME REVIEW'Sadly, this is Harvey's last book after a 40-year crime writing masterclass.' PETERBOROUGH TELEGRAPHTrade ReviewThe 79-year-old Harvey has made it clear that Body & Soul is his last novel, and what an excellent farewell it is …. Elder and Resnick are both greats of British crime fiction. * The Times, Book of the Month *An expertly plotted and moving final act for an old-school investigator of the best sort, from a true master of the genre * Guardian Books of the Month *Few writers have even approached Harvey’s grasp of atmosphere which, mingled with some sharpish social comment and utterly believable characters, makes them a must read * Crime Review *A masterpiece from a master of the genre * Mark Billingham *Body and Soul is a clever thriller … that will leave you stunned and staring at the page in disbelief. * Evening Standard *

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Book SynopsisThe past is never over. It’s just waiting for an opportunity to return…When the notorious serial killer the Beast of Manchester was captured, the streets should have been safe. Except the police got the wrong man. An innocent person was convicted, and only later was the culprit put away.Now, those connected to the case are being targeted. Someone wants revenge. DI Thomas Ridpath has to relive the horrors all over again. As the bodies stack up once more, Ridpath knows the answers lie in the mistakes made the first time round. But as he is searching for clues from years ago, fresh terror awaits. While Ridpath seeks to save lives, he risks overlooking the greatest danger of all – and losing more than he can stand. Don’t miss this unputdownable crime thriller featuring one of Britain’s best-loved fictional detectives, perfect for fans of Angela Marsons, Mark Billingham and Cara Hunter. What readers are saying about When the Past Kills ‘A fabulous read, the plotting is genius and the characters, even the nasty ones, are so true to life’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Totally riveting, don't start it if you have things to do later that day as I promise it's unputdownable’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Book SynopsisA vicious murder is committed, but who has blood on their hands?On a hot summer’s afternoon, Michelle Wentworth enjoys a rare few hours of relaxation. Sunning herself by her pool, she sends her lazy teenage son to fetch her a drink. But instead of a refreshment, Michelle is given a nasty shock when shortly after her child’s bludgeoned body is discovered on the doorstep.DI Annie Delamere attends the scene, joined by DS Zoe Everett. There is nothing to suggest a motive or perpetrator. They dig into Michelle’s life and come to suspect she may have been the target. Her ruthless pursuit of profit has won her few friends, and relying on her lawyer’s questionable advice could mean she’s in over her head.When another battered body is found, Annie realises that every clue leads back to a dispute at Michelle’s business. But with so many people with reason to seek revenge, will Annie and her team look in the right places – or will it be too late?A tense and gripping crime thriller that will keep you guessing until the very last page! Perfect for fans of Stephen Booth and Ann Cleeves.Praise for Alex Walters‘A talent to be reckoned with’ Daily Mail‘Accomplished storytelling and perfectly meshed plot strands combine in this intriguing new series from Alex Walters’ Margaret Kirk, author of Shadow Man

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Book SynopsisAn old house. A fire. Two corpses… DI Charley Mann returns in this gripping crime thriller.West Yorkshire DI Charley Mann is called for what seems a routine job. Prior to demolition a deserted manor house appears to have been the target of an arson attack.But something isn’t right.The house has a dark history – and a dark present. When the remains of two bodies are discovered hidden inside, it soon emerges they were murdered decades apart. Who are they? What are their connections to the house? Why were they killed? And what is the connection to the fire? Amongst the ashes, Charley is soon drawn into a web of deceit and violent plots.The ghosts of the past can be all too real. Face them at your peril, because what goes around, comes around…Written by smash TV hit Happy Valley’s story advisors, and with the benefit of decades of real police experience, Condemned is perfect for fans of LJ Ross, Joy Ellis and Faith Martin.

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Book SynopsisTo love and to cherish, till death did them part...'A brilliant thriller' The SunTwo desiccated bodies are found in each other's arms in the bricked up room of a derelict Victorian warehouse. After six months of work, the police have nothing and Ridpath is finally called in to investigate. Dubbed the Romeo and Juliet murders by the press, so many questions remain unanswered.Who are they? Why were they there? Who killed them? And why was the coroner so keen for him to work on this particular case?Ridpath is plunged into his most difficult investigation yet, in a race against time to discover the truth. Has an unknown serial killer been operating in Manchester for the last twenty years?Fast-paced, vicious and utterly compelling, the latest Ridpath novel is perfect for fans of Mark Billingham and Damien Boyd.

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Book SynopsisA transatlantic serial killer thriller with a twist of Biblical proportions. Christmas in London: a period of joy and togetherness. Not for Metropolitan Police Commander Austin Grant, though. Three dead bodies have turned up on his patch, and the only thing they have in common is a number carved into their foreheads. With the victims including a professor of ancient mythology, a sculptor of curious idols, and lead vocalist of The Blasphemers. It seems the killer is meting out their own version of Biblical justice, punishing those who transgress the Ten Commandments. With seven commandments left, Grant puts the Met's best detectives on the case. But soon enough, a fourth victim turns up. In New York City. It appears Grant has a transatlantic manhunt on his hands. Can he stop this terrifying zealot before they strike again? Reviews for The Last Commandment: 'Gory but gripping.' Daily Mail 'An enthralling mystery.' Karin Slaughter 'A gem of a thriller, not to be missed.' Michael Koryta 'A real corker.' Booklist 'A riveting and wondrously satisfying thriller.' May Cobb 'Ingeniously constructed and breathlessly told... Scott Shepherd at his gripping best.' Charles ArdaiTrade ReviewGory but gripping, Shepherd never allows the pace to slow, and the climax is suitably Old Testament * Daily Mail *A serial killer novel with just the right amount of intensity, suspense and a clever murderer who always seems to be one step ahead of everybody else * Bookreporter *A serial killer seems to be taking his cues from Agatha Christie and Ellery Queen... A fast-paced tale that weds its golden-age homage to some serious violence. Sinners beware * Kirkus Reviews *Scott Shepherd is a marvelous storyteller, and The Last Commandment is further proof of his abilities. Smart, funny, and layered with a terrific sense of time and place, the story rockets from one twist to the next while always deepening the questions of family, trust, and the weight of old sins. A gem of a thriller, not to be missed -- Michael KorytaAn enthralling mystery that will hook you on the very first page and keep you turning until the last. Shepherd's signature storytelling is on full display -- Karin SlaughterA twisty, turny, globetrotting tale filled with mystery and suspense -- F. Paul WilsonIngeniously constructed and breathlessly told, The Last Commandment is Scott Shepherd at his gripping best -- Charles ArdaiAn engrossing, fast-paced story with several unforeseen twists. Well worth reading * Bishop's Stortford Independent *A fast-moving police procedural... The action is non-stop, the pace doesn't falter and it makes for a quick read... This is the first in a series and readers will be looking forward to the second book * Promoting Crime Fiction *

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Book SynopsisIn the year 2038, a dystopian cyberpunk world teeters on the brink of chaos, sharply divided between the high-tech, AI-dominated suburbs and the lawless sprawl of the urban wastelands. This future, a blend of science fiction and stark reality, sets the stage for a thrilling narrative of survival against a backdrop of totalitarian government control and advanced technology. Amid this futuristic society, a disillusioned English boy hatches an audacious plan to rescue Suki, a luminous Asian pop star, from the grips of an oppressive world—a plan fraught with action, adventure, and the dark underbelly of cybernetic crimes. Their fates intertwine with that of a weary New York cop, Joe Jones, who finds himself drawn into the vortex of a global conspiracy, marked by hacking, surveillance, and an alternate reality that challenges the very essence of human spirit. As system failures cascade through the meticulously governed society, from driverless cars to the volatile stock market, Joe emerges as the linchpin in a high-stakes game of technology and human vulnerability. Armed with high-tech gadgets such as futuristic sunglasses and navigating via robotaxi through a futuristic city, he delves into a world of artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and military might, racing against time to thwart a sinister plot with apocalyptic consequences. This science fiction thriller book, set in a futuristic world rife with robots, internet upheaval, and advanced computer systems, explores themes of leadership, strategy, and resistance. Joe's mission is dual: to protect his estranged family from the chaos and to guard Suki, who harbors secrets that could reshape humanity. As he battles through a society where surveillance and government control are omnipresent, the narrative delves into social commentary, exploring the conflict between technology and freedom, the power of prophecy, and the enduring human struggle for survival. Brand new science fiction for 2024, this futuristic fiction book is a must-read for fans of dystopian movies, science fiction books, and tales of technological unraveling. As Joe Jones confronts the challenges of a futuristic society and uncovers the truth behind the British boy's bold move, he embodies the spirit of resistance against a world on the edge of darkness. Will he decipher the web of deceit and save mankind from the brink of extinction? Dive into this action-packed, futuristic book, a crime thriller fiction that blends the excitement of science fiction movies with the depth of the best science fiction novels. Experience the unravelling of a world where the future of humanity hangs in balance, and the line between technological advancement and societal collapse is razor-thin.Table of Contents1 Happy Birthday 1 2 The Book 15 3 RO707 25 4 Singapore Nights 36 5 The Big Crash 46 6 London Zombies 58 7 You Must Leave This Area 67 8 Heading for the Concert 78 9 The Concert: Prologue 90 10 She's Gone! 99 11 Find Her 109 12 Near Miss 120 13 Find Him 130 14 Got Her 139 15 Two Planes 150 16 The Confession 159 17 Get Them Home 170 18 The Realisation 180 19 God 190 20 Family 200 Epilogue: The Future 209

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