*Pre-order Clown Town, the ninth novel in Mick Herron's Slough House series, now**Now an award-winning Apple TV+ series starring Gary Oldman, Kristin Scott Thomas and Jack Lowden*'The new king of the spy thriller' Mail on SundayIn the Intelligence Service purgatory that is Slough House, where spies mockingly called the slow horses are sent to finish what is left of their careers, their boss Jackson Lamb is on his way Oxford. A former spook has turned up dead on a bus.Not an obvious target for assassination, Dickie Bow was a talented streetwalker back in the day. Good at following people, bringing home their secrets. Dickie was in Berlin with Jackson Lamb. Now Lamb's got his phone, on it the last secret Dickie ever told, and reason to believe an old-time Moscow-style op is being run in the Intelligence Service's back-yard.Once a spook, always a spook, and Dickie was one of their own. To unearth Dickie's dying secret Jackson Lamb and his crew of no-hopers is about to go live.'Mick Herron is an incredible writer' Mark Billingham'The spycraft of le Carré refracted through the blackly comic vision of Joseph Heller's Catch-22' Financial Times Read more

Over 1800 pages of gripping mysteries. Atmospheric, compelling, and full of twists. Discover why readers are hooked on Detective Jack Harris.The North Pennines — remote, brooding, and steeped in secrets. When violence shatters the peace of these windswept hills and valleys, it’s up to Detective Chief Inspector Jack Harris to uncover the truth.From the chilling discovery of a body in an abandoned quarry to a killer who strikes under the cover of fog, Harris faces down those who think the wild landscape will hide their crimes. With his loyal black Labrador, Scoot, and a team of dedicated – if occasionally difficult – officers, Harris takes on nine unforgettable cases, where danger runs deep and justice is personal.Haunted by his past, driven by justice, and fiercely protective of the natural world, Jack Harris is a detective like no other. But even in a place as isolated as this, someone is always watching. And not everyone wants the truth to come out.Can you solve the cases before DCI Harris does?This beautifully crafted series is perfect for fans of Peter Robinson, J.R. Ellis, Ian Rankin, Bill Kitson, Cath Staincliffe, and Ann Cleeves.Included in this box set:Dead HillTo Die AloneThe Vixen's ScreamTo Honour the DeadThou Shalt KillError of JudgementThe Killing LineKill ShotLast Man AliveThe series has over 5000 Five Star Reviews!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"Terrific police procedural" Father Ted⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"Gripping thriller" Cozmo⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“Crime fiction as cunning as a fox” Beck⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Good plot with plenty of red herrings” KC⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Keeps you guessing to the end” TammieDon’t miss out on this unbeatable value box set of British crime fiction at its finest. Read more

An innocent man framed. A case closed. A serial killer free to kill again.It is 1985. Detective Inspector Mungo ‘Bob’ Willis is being forced out of Avon and Somerset Police on medical grounds. His career is in tatters, his body broken, his mind shattered, and his partner—DS Lizzie Harper—dead in a sting operation gone wrong.Their last case is closed, but Bob is convinced an innocent man has been framed, leaving a serial killer cruising the A303 with impunity, free to target lone women who have broken down by the roadside late at night.The killer knows the police aren’t looking for anyone else in connection with the murders. What they don’t know is what Bob will do next.And when another woman is killed in horrifyingly similar circumstances, Bob launches his own—unofficial—investigation. Can he stop a sadistic killer before they kill again? And again… Read more

THE THIRD NOVEL IN THE RECORD-BREAKING, MILLION-COPY BESTSELLING THURSDAY MURDER CLUB SERIES.YOU KNOW WHO WILL LOVE READING THIS? EVERYONE!----------'Full of Osman's trademark charm, insight and intelligence' Lee Child'Tender, hopeful and funny' Marian Keyes'I adored this thrilling adventure. His best yet!' Claire Douglas'Infectious, charming and full of heart' Gillian McAllisterIt is an ordinary Thursday and things should finally be returning to normal.Except trouble is never far away where the Thursday Murder Club is concerned. A decade-old cold case leads them to a local news legend and a murder with no body and no answers.Then a new foe pays Elizabeth a visit. Her mission? Kill...or be killed.As the cold case turns white hot, Elizabeth wrestles with her conscience (and a gun), while Joyce, Ron and Ibrahim chase down clues with help from old friends and new. But can the gang solve the mystery and save Elizabeth before the murderer strikes again?----------WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT THE THURSDAY MURDER CLUB SERIES'Infectious, charming and full of heart' GILLIAN MCALLISTER'I adored this thrilling adventure. His best yet!' CLAIRE DOUGLAS'Another witty, charming and hugely entertaining read ... his best yet' SUNDAY EXPRESS'A joy to be back...intrigue, red herrings and loads of charm' GOOD HOUSEKEEPING'I snickered so much reading this one' THE OBSERVER'Opening the new Osman is like sitting down to dinner with treasured friends you know are going to kill you - deliciously!' PETER JAMES'Full of humour and heart, Osman delivers another must-read. I loved it' HARLAN COBEN'A warm, wise and witty warning never to underestimate the elderly' VAL MCDERMID'So smart and funny. Deplorably good' IAN RANKIN'Thrilling, moving, laugh-out-loud funny' MARK BILLINGHAMRichard Osman, Sunday Times bestseller, March 2024The Bullet that Missed broke the record for the fastest-selling adult fiction hardback ever, September 2022 Read more

THE SECOND NOVEL IN THE RECORD-BREAKING, MILLION-COPY BESTSELLING THURSDAY MURDER CLUB SERIES.----------'Moving, hilarious, brilliantly suspenseful' Jeffery Deaver'A thing of joy' Kate Atkinson'The tonic we all need' Shari LapenaIt's the following Thursday.Elizabeth has received a letter from an old colleague, a man with whom she has a long history. He's made a big mistake, and he needs her help. His story involves stolen diamonds, a violent mobster, and a very real threat to his life.As bodies start piling up, Elizabeth enlists Joyce, Ibrahim and Ron in the hunt for a ruthless murderer. And if they find the diamonds too? Well, wouldn't that be a bonus?But this time they are up against an enemy who wouldn't bat an eyelid at knocking off four septuagenarians.Can the Thursday Murder Club find the killer (and the diamonds) before the killer finds them?----------'It's like reading ice cream... a pure pleasure' Linwood Barclay'A properly funny mystery steeped in Agatha Christie' Araminta Hall'Full of humour and heart. I loved it' Harlan Coben'He's not only done it again, but he's done it even better' Philippa Perry'They'll cradle you through any winter of discontent' Richard and Judy, Daily Express'Superbly entertaining' Guardian'As gripping as it is funny' Evening Standard'This slick sequel will leave you buzzing' The Times'Osman's world is a soothing place to be' Sunday Telegraph'Pure pleasure to read' ObserverRichard Osman, Sunday Times bestseller, March 2024The Bullet that Missed broke the record for the fastest-selling adult fiction hardback ever, September 2022 Read more

'Ian Rankin is a genius' Lee ChildKnots and CrossesThe very first Rebus novel from the No.1 bestselling author.'And in Edinburgh of all places. I mean, you never think of that sort of thing happening in Edinburgh, do you...?''That sort of thing' is the brutal abduction and murder of two young girls. And now a third is missing, presumably gone to the same sad end. Detective Sergeant John Rebus, smoking and drinking too much, his own young daughter spirited away south by his disenchanted wife, is one of many policemen hunting the killer.And then the messages begin to arrive: knotted string and matchstick crosses - taunting Rebus with pieces of a puzzle only he can solve.Hide and SeekInspector Rebus returns in the second novel from 'Britain's No.1 crime writer' (DAILY MIRROR).A junkie lies dead in an Edinburgh squat, spreadeagled, cross-like on the floor, between two burned-down candles, a five-pointed star daubed on the wall above.Just another dead addict - until John Rebus begins to chip away at the indifference, treachery, deceit and sleaze that lurks behind the facade of the Edinburgh familiar to tourists.Only Rebus seems to care about a death which looks more like a murder every day, about a seductive danger he can almost taste, appealing to the darkest corners of his mind...Tooth and NailRebus is back, this time on the tail of a serial killer known as the Wolfman...They call him the Wolfman - because he takes a bite out of his victims and because they found the first victim in the East End's lonely Wolf Street. Scotland Yard are anxious to find the killer and Inspector Rebus is drafted in to help. But his Scotland Yard opposite number, George Flight, isn't happy at yet more interference, and Rebus finds himself dealing with racial prejudice as well as the predations of a violent maniac.When Rebus is offered a serial killer profile of the Wolfman by an attractive female psychologist, it's too good an opportunity to miss. But in finding an ally, he may have given his enemies an easy means of attack. Read more

★★★★★ "Emotive and gripping with an excellent cast of relatable characters, Dead of Night is the perfect beginning to a dark and delicious new series. I’m looking forward to book two already!" - Mel Sherratt, author of the Detective Allie Shenton SeriesA chilling new detective series from the author of the international best-selling, critically acclaimed Sam Pope series.Someone is killing...After three years undercover in some of the most dangerous gangs in the UK, DS Jack Townsend, along with his wife and young daughter, relocate to a pleasant village in Buckinghamshire. A promise of a fresh start, a chance to reconnect, and the opportunity to join the Thames Valley Police's Specialist Crimes Unit (SCU).Headed up by DI Isabella King, the SCU is handed its first case when the body of a woman is found in the woods of Wycombe Rye, the victim of a brutal stabbing.As the body count begins to rise, and with the clock ticking, the newly formed team must navigate their new surroundings, a depleted budget, and a quiet town shaken to its core to stop a killer who is spiralling out of control..Every victim deserves justice.PRAISE FOR THE DEAD OF NIGHT★★★★★ "An addictive, fast-paced thriller with a twist you won’t see coming. The Dead of Night will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page." - USA Today Bestselling Author, Claire C. Riley★★★★★ "This is a police procedural at its finest." - Inked Book Reviews★★★★★ "I was literally on the edge of my seat, honestly incredible!" - My Love Of Reading★★★★★ “The Dead of Night” is a wonderfully crafted crime novel that seamlessly blends suspense, emotion and psychological depth" - Featz Reviews Read more

Step into the world of classic crime fiction and join the relentless Inspector Borges as he solves five captivating murder cases in over 1000 pages of entertainment.Talented, observant, and always methodical, Inspector Borges is the very definition of a detective who trusts only in logic, no matter how twisted the case. Haunted by personal demons and the weight of his past, he’s a man who has sacrificed a lot for the badge, so he prefers to stay distant from others, focusing only on his work.But the cases Borges faces are far from ordinary, and the line between good and evil isn't always as clear as he'd like it to be.London, 1960s — a city pulsing with post-war transformation, and a place where wealth and power collide with treachery and death. As the city grapples with the remnants of war, the rise of new cultural movements and the evolving social landscape, Inspector Borges works to unravel crimes hidden in plain sight. From a prominent actor's sudden death in a grand theatre to a mysterious death in a coastal town, each case pushes Borges to the brink of his intellect and stamina.Can you help solve these five intricate mysteries alongside Borges? These exciting mysteries are perfect for fans of Freeman Wills Crofts, John Dickson Carr, Henry Wade and Ruth Rendell.Dive into this high-value box set and experience five thrilling crime novels that will keep you on the edge of your seat.PRAISE FOR JOHN BONETT:‘Top recommendation for lovers of that clever, urbane detection.’ Birmingham Mail‘Amusing puzzles that entertain and beguile.’ Books and Bookman‘Neatly devised plot . . . Borges is a good creation in the tradition of the best fictional detectives.’ Nottingham Guardian Journal‘…claims attention as a crime novel depending on painstaking police work and careful deduction.’ Aberdeen Press and Journal‘A real masterpiece of detective fiction. Form takes shape under the cloudless skies of the Costa Brava.’ British Books Read more

IT ENDS WHERE IT ALL BEGAN . . .THE FINAL DETECTIVE JANE TENNISON THRILLER - AND THE PREQUEL TO TV HIT PRIME SUSPECT - FROM SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING CRIME FICTION ICON, LYNDA LA PLANTE. Now available in paperback, eBook and audiobook._____________________________DETECTIVE JANE TENNISON'S POLICE CAREER HANGS IN THE BALANCE: A SINGLE STEP FROM GLORY - OR RUIN.While she has elbowed her way into an elite team investigating non-domestic murders, there is nothing elite about her first assignments: a missing teenager cold case and an apparent suicide Tennison suspects is, in fact, murder.But as she uncovers explosive evidence, Tennison's new colleagues watch like vultures circling prey. And, one by one, the cases no one else wanted are taken from her - and the glory along with them.Now Tennison has had enough: of the rampant sexism, snide remarks and undermining. It's time to take what is rightfully hers from those who have held her back.She just has to do what she does best: find her prime suspect . . .'Tennison is a great character. Her hard-fought career - her own life sentence - comprises a landmark series in crime fiction' - THE TIMES Read more

THE NEW NOVEL FROM THE NO.1 BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF MURDER BEFORE EVENSONGCANON DANIEL CLEMENT IS BACK...It's been a few months since murder tore apart the community of Champton apart. As Canon Daniel Clement tries to steady his flock, the parish is joined with Upper and Lower Badsaddle, bringing a new tide of unwanted change. But church politics soon become the least of Daniel's problems. His mother - headstrong, fearless Audrey - is obviously up to something, something she is determined to keep from him. And she is not the only one. And then all hell breaks loose when murder returns to Champton in the form of a shocking ritualistic killing... Read more

Someone knows where the bodies are buried...'Taut, dark and expertly crafted tale' [GUARDIAN] from the No.1 bestselling author of A SONG FOR THE DARK TIMES'No one in Britain writes better crime novels today' Evening StandardRetirement doesn't suit John Rebus. He wasn't made for hobbies, holidays or home improvements. Being a cop is in his blood.So when DI Siobhan Clarke asks for his help on a case, Rebus doesn't need long to consider his options.Clarke's been investigating the death of a senior lawyer whose body was found along with a threatening note. On the other side of Edinburgh, Big Ger Cafferty - Rebus's long-time nemesis - has received an identical note and a bullet through his window.Now it's up to Clarke and Rebus to connect the dots and stop a killer.Even Dogs in the Wild brings back Ian Rankin's greatest characters in a story exploring the darkest corners of our instincts and desires.**** Ian Rankin's EVEN DOGS IN THE WILD was a #1 Sunday Times bestseller w/c 2nd November 2015 Read more

Five gripping mysteries. Two unforgettable detectives. One hauntingly beautiful corner of Wales. Find out why readers can't put these books down.Ex-policewoman Fabia Havard is trying to rebuild her life in the quiet Welsh town of Pontygwyn after a career-ending scandal. But when murder rocks her community, she’s drawn back into investigation — and into the orbit of her former colleague, Detective Chief Inspector Matt Lambert.From the body of a teenage girl found beneath an ancient bridge to a ruthless killing among the wealthy elite, Havard and Lambert must uncover secrets that the stunning Welsh valleys would rather keep buried. Together, they battle small-town politics, personal betrayals, and dangerous criminals — all while confronting the tension that still simmers between them.Fans of Joy Ellis, Faith Martin, and LJ Ross will fall in love with the evocative setting, twisting plots, and complex characters of The Havard and Lambert Mysteries.This box set includes:Murder in the Valleys — A brutal death beneath a centuries-old bridge leads Fabia back to the police world she thought she had left behind.Murder at the Old Abbey — A hidden past and a deadly secret collide among the ruins of an ancient abbey.Murder by the River Usk — A body in the river, a community in shock, and a killer closer to home than anyone suspects.Murder in a Welsh Town — Tensions run high when a beloved local figure is found dead — and everyone has something to hide.Murder of a Gentleman — A seemingly genteel gathering spirals into betrayal, lies, and a shocking murder.Meet the Detectives:Fabia Havard: Once a high-flying police superintendent, Fabia left the force under a cloud of suspicion. Now working as an illustrator, she can't help but be drawn into the dark currents swirling beneath her picturesque Welsh hometown. Sharp-witted, fiercely independent, and haunted by the past, Fabia refuses to turn a blind eye when justice is at stake.Matt Lambert: Detective Chief Inspector Matt Lambert knows how to play by the rules — and when to break them. Dedicated, brooding, and burdened by old griefs, Matt is not sure he can trust Fabia again. But when bodies begin to fall, he’ll need all the help he can get — even if it means reopening old wounds.What readers are saying — over 10,000 five-star reviews!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Fabulous reading. Couldn’t put this book down. Great storytelling and very captive too." — Little Lou⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "This was a long book, filled with a Cold Case of Murder. I love all the characters involved with the books!" — Elva in Shropshire⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "A terrific 'whodunnit' — really well written and compelling reading." — Bookman⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Another excellent story from Pippa McCathie. I am working my way through her books. Highly recommend!" — Jane Wilson-Hall⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "An excellent writer of 'cosy crime stories'. Carefully plotted, swift-moving and easy to follow." — Amazon UK reviewerLove gripping British mysteries with atmosphere, intrigue, and heart? Download The Havard and Lambert Mysteries box set today and dive into five riveting tales of murder, secrets, and redemption Read more

The young oak tree with freshly budding leaves seemed unremarkable until his eyes travelled down to the wooden plaque set into the ground. The words sent an icy chill through his heart: They shall remember you.In the Scottish Highlands where secrets settle like mist in the glens, Detective Inspector James Corstorphine is summoned to a macabre scene – a gamekeeper hanging from an ancient oak, ensnared by an intricate trap of wire and bone. Still grieving his wife’s death, Corstorphine finds himself hunting a killer who crafts elaborate deathtraps from human remains – clockwork mechanisms that deliver murder with chilling precision.When the victim’s pregnant girlfriend Margo – her face a map of bruises – shares a reporter’s notebook found among her boyfriend’s possessions, Corstorphine discovers a connection to a journalist who died at the same hanging tree twenty years earlier. But Margo guards secrets of her own, and speaking the truth in this Highland community carries a deadly price.As the deaths mount, Corstorphine must confront his own ghosts while racing to uncover what links the victims. His investigation leads to a devastating truth: the killer isn’t just taking lives – they’re delivering retribution decades in the making.The first in the DI Corstorphine Scottish crime series, from a CWA New Blood Dagger Longlist author and McIlvanney Best Scottish Crime Novel Finalist will have you reading late into the night. The perfect page-turner for fans of LJ Ross, Ann Cleeves, and Val McDermid.Previously published as Whirligig.What readers are saying about The Bone Clock:‘Oooh I absolutely loved this book! First book in a new series and it was a great start! It definitely got the heart pumping!!… It had great suspense... fantastic characters and some wild twists and turns! I highly recommend reading this book and series!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A must-read for fans of Val McDermid, Ann Cleeves, and anyone who loves their thrillers dark, intelligent, and utterly unputdownable. Prepare to be up all night!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A chilling and atmospheric tale... Greig's writing is razor-sharp, his descriptions immersive, painting the Highlands as both breathtaking and sinister. The intricate plotting, combined with a deeply compelling protagonist, makes for an utterly engrossing read.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘This was an absolute 5 star read, amazing read... got me hooked in a way that I had to finish it!... This book had tons of mystery and lots of twists that I love. Set in Highlands it fits perfectly with the book's vibe. I absolutely love this book.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I loved every minute I spend reading the Bone Clock - this isn't your typical murder mystery fare, it is a clever an artfully constructed police procedural that I couldn't put down... Thought provoking and original, this story gets an enthusiastic 5 stars from this reviewer!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘What a cracker! A truly brilliant book - I didn't want to put it down… Humble characters that I already love and mastery of story telling… Don't hesitate - read this book!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘One of those books that's literally too good to put down. It's a scintillating start to the new series.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘This really is one of my new favourite series… The characters in these books, especially the DI are fantastically written.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Wow! What can I say! That was an intense, rollercoaster ride of a thriller… I was hooked from the start and found it almost impossible to put down.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Read more

The nineteenth instalment in the Number One bestselling DCI Banks seriesWhen Juliet Doyle finds a gun in her daughter's bedroom, she turns to old friend DCI Alan Banks for advice. But Banks is on a much-needed holiday, and it's left to DI Annie Cabbot to deal with the removal of the firearm.No one can foresee the operation's disastrous consequences, or that the Doyles will not be the only family affected. Banks's daughter Tracy has fallen for the wrong boy. Her flatmate's boyfriend is attractive, ambitious, and surrounded by an intoxicating air of mystery. He's also very dangerous. When Tracy warns him the police might be on his tail, he persuades her to go on the run with him, and flattered by his attention, she agrees. Before she knows it, a deadly chase across the country is set in motion. And on his return, unsuspecting of Tracy's precarious situation, Banks is plunged into his most terrifying, personal case yet.The final novel in the DCI Banks series, STANDING IN THE SHADOWS, is available now. Read more

THE FIRST NOVEL IN THE RECORD-BREAKING, MILLION-COPY BESTSELLING THURSDAY MURDER CLUB SERIES BY RICHARD OSMAN----------'Smart, compassionate, warm, moving and so VERY funny' Marian Keyes'So smart and funny. Deplorably good' Ian Rankin'Thrilling, moving, laugh-out-loud funny' Mark BillinghamIn a peaceful retirement village, four unlikely friends meet up once a week to investigate unsolved when a brutal killing takes place on their very doorstep, the Thursday Murder Club find themselves in the middle of their first live Joyce, Ibrahim and Ron might be pushing eighty but they still have a few tricks up their our unorthodox but brilliant gang catch the killer before it's too late?The Times Crime Book of the MonthGuardian Best Crime and Thrillers----------'A warm, wise and witty warning never to underestimate the elderly' Val McDermid'I completely fell in love with it' Shari Lapena'This is properly brilliant. The pages fly and I can't stop smiling' Steve Cavanagh'Steeped in Agatha Christie joy' Araminta Hall'Pure escapism' Guardian'As gripping as it is funny' Evening Standard'An exciting new talent in crime fiction' Daily Mail'A witty and poignant tale' Daily Telegraph'Funny and original' Sun Read more

THE 12 MILLION COPY BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE LEWIS TRILOGY, THE ENZO FILES AND THE CHINA THRILLERSAWARD WINNING AUTHOR OF THE CWA DAGGER IN THE LIBRARY 2021A stunning standalone thriller from Peter May, alternating between the glamorous fashion world of Paris and the rugged beauty of the Isle of Harris.WHATEVER HAPPENSNiamh and Ruairidh Macfarlane co-own the Hebridean company Ranish Tweed. On a business trip to Paris to promote their luxury brand, Niamh learns of Ruairidh's affair, and then looks on as he and his lover are killed by a car bomb. She returns home to Lewis, bereft.I'LL ALWAYS BE THERE FOR YOUNiamh begins to look back on her life with Ruairidh, desperate to identify anyone who may have held a grudge against him. The French police, meanwhile, have ruled out terrorism, and ruled in murder - and sent Detective Sylvie Braque to shadow their prime suspect: Niamh.I'LL KEEP YOU SAFE, NO MATTER WHATAs one woman works back through her memories, and the other moves forward with her investigation, the two draw ever closer to a deadly enemy with their own, murderous, designs.'Peter May is one of the most accomplished novelists writing today.' Undiscovered Scotland'No one can create a more eloquently written suspense novel than Peter May.' New York Journal of Books Read more

Long lives are being cut short in this thriller from the bestselling DI Nick Dixon crime series.A retired teacher is found dead in her Somerset home on a cold January night. At first glance, it is a routine unexplained death and a simple referral to the coroner, until a neighbour reports an unscheduled visit from an occupational therapist an hour before the body was discovered.Detective Chief Inspector Nick Dixon is convinced the elderly woman has been strangled—a cause of death confirmed by the pathologist—and a murder investigation is launched.More victims are soon found—a second retired teacher who died in eerily similar circumstances in Devon. Then a possible third victim is exhumed in Dorset.Leading a regional task force, Dixon must find the connection between the victims. As the coincidences mount, he begins to fear he has stumbled on something premeditated and deeply sinister—a serial killer targeting the elderly in their own homes. Read more

The heart-stopping new Detective Erika Foster thriller from the seven million copy bestseller Robert BryndzaIn a deadly game of cat and mouse, Detective Erika Foster confronts her greatest nemesis—where the lines of justice blur and secrets unravel.A collapsed ceiling. A dead body. What starts as a routine 999 call takes an unexpected twist when Detective Chief Inspector Erika Foster arrives on the scene and discovers the body of a woman in an empty flat, with all DNA evidence scrubbed away. When forensics find cocaine residue coating every surface of the ceiling, Erika calls in the drug dogs, who lead her to a mysterious parcel locker on the outside wall of the property. Chasing down the locker’s owner leads Erika back where she never expected to be – staring into the eyes of Jerome Goodman, the drug dealer who murdered her husband, Mark, ten years ago.She arrests him on the spot, but there’s just one problem. His passport and his solicitor say his name is Kieron Bagshaw, and his record is squeaky clean.With top brass demanding she take leave to deal with her PTSD and even her closest colleagues questioning her sanity, Erika decides to use the time off to do some digging of her own. Trawling for clues through old newspapers, encrypted messages, and secret underground passageways, Erika makes a series of shocking discoveries that move Mark’s murder from cold case to active investigation, all while flying under the Met’s radar.The revelations will push Erika to the brink, forcing her to confront the trauma of her past and the truth about what happened the day Mark died – and who among her friends was involved from the shadows.Can be read as a standalone story.What readers love about Robert Bryndza’s books:‘Blindingly excellent ... These books should come with a disclaimer as once you start reading you aren’t going to want to walk away.’ Jen Med’s Book Reviews ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I will always applaud for more Erika Foster #QueenDetective. I love her so much, she is one of my best fictional characters.’ The Book Heathen ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I absolutely LOVE Robert Bryndza’s writing and the Erika Foster series is probably one of the best female detective series I’ve read…..no wait, not just female, but the best detective series ever! …Wow, wow, wow!! Erika is back with a bang.’ Stardust Book Reviews ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'What a great plot. Very clever, easy to read and a true page-turner!' NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I feel in such safe hands with this author - he takes you on a wonderful twisty journey that is easy, enjoyable, satisfying and complete!!!' NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I love how the author doesn't give anything away and kept me guessing throughout. I truly had no idea who could be behind the killings and when all is revealed, with some shocking twists, it won't be what you are expecting! …a thrilling and addictive read that chilled me to the bone.’ By the Letter Book Reviews ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Read more

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Best overall series I have found in a long time.’ Reader reviewThere was one case Priest couldn’t solve. He was a newly-appointed sergeant when he was called to a tragic house fire — deliberately set.Three young women and five kids were burned to death. Priest couldn’t save them. The case has haunted him ever since.A lone fingerprint was the single piece of evidence. But there was no match.For twenty years, the case remained cold. Until now.A new DNA test promises answers. But before Priest can finally link the fingerprint to a suspect, an unexpected confession blows the case wide open.Can Priest find the true culprit before more lives go up in smoke?This character-driven detective mystery full of wry humour is perfect for fans of Colin Dexter, Reginald Hill, J.R. Ellis, P.F. Ford and Roger Silverwood.Readers love SOME BY FIRE:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Charlie Priest is a delightful character with good detecting ability and a great sense of humour and irony.’ MmRich⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Truly excellent characterisation. A new must-read author.’ M. Seymour⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Great humour and some great one liners!’ Howie⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I literally couldn't put this book down.’ ValerieThe DetectiveCharlie Priest’s father and grandfather were both detectives. He is now the longest-serving detective in the small town of Heckley, Yorkshire. After a messy divorce that left him cleaned out, he uses work and his dry humour as an escape. Priest is devoted to finding crooks and watching out for his team of young constables. He hates being called sir or Mr. Priest — it makes him feel old, and don’t ever say a bad word about his old, beat-up Ford Cortina.The SettingHeckley is a fictional town in Yorkshire, England. Locally referred to as The Tops, Heckley has picturesque views over the rugged hills, bleak moors and narrow lanes bordered by dry-stone walls. Residents like to nip to their local pub for a pint and a chinwag about local lore.ALSO BY STUART PAWSONDI CHARLIE PRIEST MYSTERIESBook 1: THE PICASSO SCAMBook 2: THE MUSHROOM MANBook 3: THE JUDAS SHEEPBook 4: LAST REMINDERBook 5: DEADLY FRIENDSBook 6: SOME BY FIRE Read more

ONE OF THE WORLD’S FAVOURITE DETECTIVES RETURNS.ONE OF THE MOST READ AUTHORS OF THE DECADE.A BRAND NEW MYSTERY FROM BESTSELLING FAITH MARTIN. SET IN THE GORGEOUS OXFORDSHIRE COUNTRYSIDE.Former Detective Hillary Greene and her cold case team are sweltering in their stuffy basement office on the hottest day of the year when they are handed an impossible case.Fifteen years ago, Imelda Phelps was battered to death in the hallway of her home. The brutal crime shocked the residents of the pretty market town of Chipping Norton. The killer was never caught.The motive for the murder remains a mystery. Could the happily married mother-of-two’s stunning good looks have played a part in her death?Everyone will have to take a hard look in the mirror — and not everyone will like what they see. If Hillary is to crack the case, she must keep an open mind. But one thing is crystal-clear: this crime was personal. It’s up to Hillary and her team to work out which of Imelda’s family and friends is hiding a deadly secret.A secret lover. A humiliated husband. A vengeful ex-business partner. A resentful daughter. The list of suspects grows . . .Suddenly an unexpected lead throws the case wide open. And then a second body turns up.This cold case is now red hot . . .Perfect for fans of Betty Rowlands, Agatha Christie, L.J. Ross, P.F. Ford, J.R. Ellis, M.C. Beaton, or Clare Chase.READERS LOVE THE HILLARY GREENE BOOKS:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A great mystery . . . Ideal for fans of Agatha Christie and M.C. Beaton.’ Lori F.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Twists and turns right the way through . . . A wonderfully entertaining read, I can’t wait for more.’ Misfits Farm⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Great characters, lots of clues to consider . . . A thoroughly entertaining and enjoyable read.’ Marion⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Riveting, twisty, and witty!’ Jan T.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Plenty of twists and turns and red herrings to keep the reader guessing. Welcome back, Hillary!’ Ruth M.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A very enjoyable Agatha Christie-type novel.’ Joyce R.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Kept me enthralled to the last pages.’ Rita H.THE DETECTIVEDI Hillary Greene: An attractive, single woman in her fifties, Hillary Greene was a police officer of many years’ experience (earning the rank of DI) and came up through the ranks. Consequently, she knew how the system worked, and was always fiercely loyal to the force without being blinkered to its faults. Forced to retire early through no fault of her own, she has now returned to the force as a civilian consultant on cold cases. Read more