Friday 26 February 2021

NEW RELEASE: DETECTIVE JEFF RICKMAN BOOKS 1-3 BY MARGARET MURPHY

We’re thrilled to bring you a great-value box set from bestselling author Margaret Murphy. 


DETECTIVE JEFF RICKMAN BOOKS 1-3 is out now. Only 99p / 99c for launch.

GET THREE BESTSELLING CRIME THRILLERS IN ONE BARGAIN BOX SET.

PRAISE FOR MARGARET MURPHY:

“Amongst the best of British crime writing and gives the likes of Ian Rankin and Minette Walters a run for their money . . . If you like crime, you’ll love Murphy.” Chester Chronicle

“Set aside a day — you won't be able to put it down once it has you in its grip.” Val McDermid

Grab this brilliant box set today for a bargain price. Only 99p / 99c for THREE unputdownable crime thrillers.

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GET *THREE* BESTSELLING MYSTERIES IN ONE GREAT-VALUE BOX SET

Perfect for fans of Angela Marsons, Carol Wyer, Cara Hunter, J.M. Dalgliesh, Karin Slaughter, Helen H. Durrant, Matt Brolly, C.L. Taylor, Ian Rankin, Mark Edwards and Charlie Gallagher.
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PRAISE FOR MARGARET MURPHY

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Sensational! Pages fly by!” Kay R.

“Murphy has steadily established herself as one of England's best crime novelists.” Jeff Popple, Canberra Times

“A taut, well-plotted thriller... a complicated web to unravel, but Murphy does it with skill and poise.” The Telegraph

“Amongst the best of British crime writing and gives the likes of Ian Rankin and Minette Walters a run for their money . . . If you like crime, you’ll love Murphy.” Chester Chronicle

“Pace, taut plotting and great characterisation from the first page. Add humour and some wonderful one liners and you have a popular novel with depth.” Sunday Times bestseller Ann Cleeves

“Tense, scary, page-turning and stomach-churning – because we care most of all about what happens to the characters. Set aside a day — you won't be able to put it down once it has you in its grip.” Val McDermid

“An eye-opening shocker of a novel.” Times Literary Supplement

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A cracking thriller.” Liverpool Daily Post
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IN THIS THREE-BOOK BOX SET:

BOOK 1: SEE HER BURN
A woman’s body is found stuffed inside a wheelie bin. Detective Jeff Rickman is on the case. Within hours, the police have their prime suspect. And it’s Rickman himself. Can he unravel the truth and clear his name before anyone else dies?

BOOK 2: SEE HER DIE
It started as a straightforward missing person case: the vanishing of Megan Ward. But before long, DI Rickman realises the real mystery is Megan herself. He can find no passport, no photos, no evidence she existed at all. Who is Megan Ward? Whatever the truth, she is very real, very elusive and very dangerous to know.

BOOK 3: DON’T SCREAM
DI Rickman is called to a crime scene he’ll never forget: a young mother killed by a thousand cuts. And the killer has taken her baby. Rickman must dive into a world of exploitation and betrayal in a case that becomes personal for the whole team. Can they stop the twisted killer before he strikes again?

Don’t miss out on this acclaimed series of unputdownable mysteries! YOU GET ALL THREE OF THE ABOVE BOOKS IN THIS EDITION.
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Readers can’t get enough of the DETECTIVE JEFF RICKMAN mysteries

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Couldn’t put it down! Lots of twists and a death that had me in tears. Murphy is a brilliant author.” Lee A.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Buy any of Murphy’s books! They’re worth it.” Marge

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Exciting, heart-pounding action that rounds up with a dynamite finish!” Eileen


MEET THE DETECTIVES
At six-foot-four Detective Chief Inspector Jeff Rickman is an imposing figure. He has the appearance of being a bruiser in a suit, thanks to his crooked nose and assorted scars. But there’s more to Rickman than his tough-guy persona. He’s handy enough with his fists to face down hard men, but women still feel safe in his presence.

Detective Constable Naomi Hart is known for her cool Scandinavian looks. Rickman is devoted to his partner and would never stray, but he does notice the men on his team noticing Hart. She is aloof from it all; there’s an air of a mystery about her and she likes it that way. Very much her own woman, Hart is ambitious, and can play the political game when needs must. A poised professional, she has a ready wit and a good sense of timing.

Thursday 25 February 2021

NEW RELEASE: THE PRICE OF MURDER BY BRIAN BATTISON


 Discover your next favourite crime series today with THE PRICE OF MURDER by Brian Battison, only 99p / 99c!


Barbara answers a call at home and a distorted voice on the other announces the kidnapping of her husband.

Who has taken her husband and why?

Find out in THE PRICE OF MURDER by Brian Battison. Half price for a limited time, get your copy today for a bargain price.

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DISCOVER YOUR NEXT FAVOURITE CRIME MYSTERY SERIES!

Meet Chief Inspector Jim Ashworth. An old-school detective who knows how to handle the law, and himself.

Please note this was originally published as Fool’s Ransom.

A sinister, distorted voice announces the kidnapping of factory owner Simon Edwards.

Simon’s wife Barbara answers the terrifying call and is told to stay by the phone and wait for further instructions.

Who has taken her husband and why?

Chief Inspector Jim Ashworth and his team investigate.

Then the second call comes in.

Barbara must go to a disused barn in the middle of nowhere . . .

Discover a complex mystery which will have you turning the pages until the thrilling conclusion.

Perfect for fans of Peter May, Peter James, James Oswald, Alex Gray, Roger Silverwood and Helen H. Durrant.

PRAISE FOR BRIAN BATTISON

“Battison, a dab hand with a satisfyingly tricky plot, puts a fresh face on it all. This debut book is a welcome end-of-year surprise.” Wall Street Journal

“Battison plots his tale well.” Publishers Weekly

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“The characters are well written and the story itself full of twists and turns. I thoroughly enjoyed it and can't wait for the next book in the series to see what happens to Jim next.” Tracey

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Well engrossed in the story and writing flowed at a good pace. Compliments to author for a most satisfying ending which left me wanting to read the next one in the sequence.” BEC

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Detective Jim Ashworth is a wonderful character. This author has created a cast of characters that are interesting and they are brought to life through this very intriguing and puzzling murder. I am looking forward to reading more in this series.” Melinda

“. . . Navigating this maze-like conundrum that seems to have all dead ends, ramps up page turning suspense culminating in a dynamite, completely unforeseen finish.” Eileen

MEET THE DETECTIVES
Chief Inspector Jim Ashworth
 is a 30-year veteran policeman with a fierce pride in his job. His position has been questioned by his boss, who insists that CID must be modernised. Despite his slightly hostile brown eyes and harsh exterior, he is a loyal and kind soul.

DS Owen Turner is a skilled detective, opportunist, and the man lined up to take over from Ashworth. Turner is the complete opposite to his superior. He’s tall, good-looking and always expensively dressed.

THE SETTING
Bridgetown is a typical East Midlands town: its nucleus made up of thatched cottages, stone terraces and council properties surrounded by modern estates of detached homes. The busy high street is always bustling with shoppers, particularly on market day when the roads are lined with stalls of all shapes and sizes. The River Thane runs through the small town and is spanned by an impressive stone bridge with seven arches – a historical landmark from which the town derived its name.

DETECTIVE JIM ASHWORTH SERIES
Book 1: TIED TO MURDER
Book 2: THE PRICE OF MURDER

NEW RELEASE: THE LIPSTICK MURDERS BY ROGER SILVERWOOD

 We’re delighted to bring you a gripping mystery from bestselling author Roger Silverwood. 


THE LIPSTICK MURDERS is out now for only 99p / 99c. Half price for launch, don’t miss out!


A KILLER WHO MARKS EACH VICTIM WITH A TWISTED MESSAGE WRITTEN IN LIPSTICK IS ON THE LOOSE.

A vengeful patient is back and he’s hunting down those who botched his surgery one by one.

This time, Detective Angel knows exactly who he’s looking for . . . but can he catch the killer before he strikes again?

Find out in THE LIPSTICK MURDERS by Roger Silverwood. Only 99p / 99c – grab your copy today while it’s on offer!

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A DETECTIVE WHO’S NO ANGEL DESPITE HIS NAME.

Discover a gripping series of murder mysteries set in south Yorkshire.

MEET DETECTIVE INSPECTOR MICHAEL ANGEL. AN OLD-SCHOOL POLICEMAN WHO SOMETIMES RUBS HIS COLLEAGUES UP THE WRONG WAY. HE’S GOT HIS FLAWS, BUT HE NEVER GIVES UP ON A CASE.

HE MARKS EACH VICTIM WITH A TWISTED MESSAGE WRITTEN IN HOT PINK LIPSTICK.

There’s a brutal new killer on the loose in Bromersley. Detective Angel knows exactly who he’s hunting —vengeful patient Frank Arrowsmith.

Arrowsmith went under the knife hoping for a brand-new face. But he hated what he got.

Now he’s out of hospital and on the rampage — starting with the doctor and nurse who butchered his looks.

The police know who he is. Just not what he looks like. No one has seen his new face and lived to tell the tale.

Can Angel catch the Lipstick Murderer before he strikes again?

A BRILLIANTLY ABSORBING MYSTERY FULL OF TWISTS

Perfect for fans of R.D. Wingfield, Colin Dexter, Peter Robinson, Reginald Hill, and Agatha Christie.

THE DETECTIVE
Michael Angel is over fifty, married to Mary. They don’t have any children. They are a devoted couple but the relationship sometimes breaks down due to his job or due to the problems of Mary’s sister who lives in Edinburgh and imposes on their easygoing natures. Michael works at the small local police station and is devoted to defeating crime, murder, and dishonesty of any sort and has no personal ambition beyond being a good husband and a successful detective. He doesn’t want promotion with all the routine office work and stress that goes with it. He is incorruptible but always short of money. He is always at odds with his immediate chief, Detective Superintendent Horace Harker, who is lazy, a hypochondriac and not a bit interested in assisting Angel in serious police work.

PRAISE FOR ROGER SILVERWOOD

“Solid plotting, unpretentious writing, thoroughly reliable entertainment.” Morning Star

“A cast of characters you really want to populate with familiar faces of actors you see each week on TV — great fun. Angel is terrific.” Books Monthly

“Once again Silverwood combines a classic mystery plot with well-developed characters.” Publishers Weekly

DETECTIVE ANGEL SERIES
Book 1: THE MISSING NURSE
Book 2: THE MISSING WIFE
Book 3: THE MAN IN THE PINK SUIT
Book 4: THE MORALS OF A MURDERER
Book 5: THE AUCTION MURDERS
Book 6: THE MISSING KILLER
Book 7: THE UMBRELLA MURDERS
Book 8: THE MISSING MILLIONAIRE
Book 9: THE MISSING THIEF
Book 10: FIND THE LADY
Book 11: THE MISSING MODEL
Book 12: MURDER IN BARE FEET
Book 13: THE MISSING HUSBAND
Book 14: THE CUCKOO CLOCK MURDERS
Book 15: SHRINE TO MURDER
Book 16: THE SNUFFBOX MURDERS
Book 17: THE DOG COLLAR MURDERS
Book 18: THE CHESHIRE CAT MURDERS
Book 19: THE DIAMOND ROSARY MURDERS
Book 20: THIRTEEN STEPS TO MURDER
Book 21: THE FRUIT GUM MURDERS
Book 22: THE MONEY TREE MURDERS
Book 23: ANGEL AND THE ACTRESS
Book 24: THE MURDER LIST
Book 25: THE LIPSTICK MURDERS

NEW RELEASE: THE FACELESS MAN BY HELEN H. DURRANT

We’re so thrilled this week to be able to bring you a brand-new mystery from Helen H. 


Durrant, the bestselling author who’s sold over 1m copies of her mysteries worldwide. If you’ve yet to discover her, now is the perfect time to do so!


THE FACELESS MAN is out now! Don’t miss out, grab your copy today for a bargain £2 / $2.99.

The body of a young boy is discovered, stabbed to death and set alight.

When Detectives Lennox and Wilde identify the victim, they’re led back to a room decorated with photographs of unsolved murders including an image of the faceless man.

Did the victim know too much?

Find out in THE FACELESS MAN, a gripping mystery from #1 bestselling author Helen H. Durrant. OUT NOW!

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MEET DETECTIVE HARRY LENNOX AND JESS WILDE IN THIS BRILLIANT NEW CRIME SERIES.

A BRAND NEW MYSTERY FROM #1 BEST-SELLING AUTHOR HELEN H. DURRANT THAT WILL HAVE YOU ON THE EDGE OF YOUR SEAT FROM PAGE ONE. FAST-PACED AND FULL OF SURPRISES.

A teenage boy is found murdered in a local park. Stabbed to death and set alight to destroy the evidence.

Detectives Harry Lennox and Jess Wilde soon learn his identity and find his bedroom wall decorated with photographs of the victims of unsolved murders.

There are images of three people who appear to be the next victims. One of them is the faceless man, a blank cut-out with no features.

Jess and Harry must find the killer before the next target dies. And Harry is guarding a secret that could destroy everything he’s built.

A MYSTERY FULL OF STUNNING TWISTS WHICH YOU WON'T WANT TO PUT DOWN.

Perfect for fans of Angela Marsons, Kimberley Chambers, Damien Boyd, Rachel Abbott, Patricia Gibney or Mark Billingham.

What readers are saying about HELEN H. DURRANT
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I couldn’t put it down.” Barbara

“This new series by Helen H. Durrant certainly has got off to a thrilling start.” Viv

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “If you want a book to get your teeth into, this is the one. A massive 5*” Greta

“Another fast-paced murder mystery” Aileen

“The writing was top notch and the characters were very real.” Kat

THE DETECTIVES
DI HARRY LENNOX began his career in Glasgow, but due to a traumatic incident, transferred to West Yorkshire and then Ryebridge. He blames a local villain for what happened and is afraid that he’ll catch up with him. Harry is single, thirty-five and has a chaotic lifestyle.

DS JESS WILDE is thirty. She is unattached and keen to progress in her career. She gets on well with Harry. He doesn’t have much time for protocol, and this suits her. She is critical of how he lives. She has recently bought her first property locally.

ALSO BY HELEN H. DURRANT
LENNOX & WILDE
Book 1: THE GUILTY MAN
Book 2: THE FACELESS MAN

RACHEL KING
Book 1: Next Victim
Book 2: Two Victims
Book 3: Wrong Victim
Book 4: Forgotten Victim

THE CALLADINE & BAYLISS MYSTERY SERIES
Book 1: DEAD WRONG
Book 2: DEAD SILENT
Book 3: DEAD LIST
Book 4: DEAD LOST
Book 5: DEAD & BURIED
Book 6: DEAD NASTY
Book 7: DEAD JEALOUS
Book 8: DEAD BAD
Book 9: DEAD GUILTY

THE DCI GRECO BOOKS
Book 1: DARK MURDER
Book 2: DARK HOUSES
Book 3: DARK TRADE
Book 4: DARK ANGEL

NEW RELEASE: THE GIRL ON THE BEACH BY SUSANNA BEARD

 We’re thrilled to bring you a totally gripping psychological thriller by Susanna Beard. THE 


GIRL ON THE BEACH is out now for only 99p / 99c for a limited time.

 
What would you do if you discovered a dead body on a remote beach and no one else seemed to care?
 
Anna recoils in horror as she pulls a strand of seaweed away from the rocks and uncovers the white, smooth curve of a human leg . . .
 
WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THE GIRL ON THE BEACH:
 
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Thrilling and thought provoking - just couldn’t put it down.” A. MacRae
 
OUT NOW! Only 99p / 99c for launch. Grab this electrifying psychological thriller today for half price.
 
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“An engrossing mystery.” Sam Carrington, author of I Dare You

“Bears all the hallmarks of a great thriller.” Claire Dyer, author of The Last Day

“Builds to an electrifying conclusion.” Kirsten Hesketh, author of Another Us

“Articulate and gripping.” Shelley Weiner, author of The Sister’s Tale
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Originally published as The Truth Waits

Anna steps forward to take a better look, fighting to keep her hood in place. Leaning down, she pulls the brown slime of the seaweed away and recoils in horror. Underneath is the white curve of a human leg.

What would you do if you discovered a dead body on a remote beach and no one else seemed to care?

Crackling with tension, this electrifying page-turner of by critically acclaimed author Susanna Beard defies expectation.

Perfect for fans of Gillian Flynn, T.M. Logan, B.A. Paris, Liane Moriarty, Claire Dyer, Sam Carrington, Celeste Ng.
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READERS LOVE THE GIRL ON THE BEACH

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A fantastic read . . . Once I started to read it I didn’t want to put it down.” K. Greener

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Kept me enthralled to the end, a great read, hard to put down psychological thriller. I would recommend.” Julie H.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Fabulous book. I read it in a day as I couldn't put it down. Intrigue, grief, bereavement - so many issues are covered expertly. Would highly recommend.” Kay H.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “An absolute gem of a psychological thriller.” R. L. Butler

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A thriller with a difference.” R. Edwards

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Thrilling and thought provoking - just couldn’t put it down.” A. MacRae

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “This thriller re-ignited my interest in reading. Once started was difficult to put down. Thoroughly enjoyed the suspense!” Amanda

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Cleverly and intricately plotted . . . another page turner.” Jan S.

ALSO BY SUSANNA BEARD
THE PERFECT LIFE
THE LOST BROTHER
THE GIRL ON THE BEACH

NEW RELEASE: BODY ON THE ISLAND BY VICTORIA DOWD

 We’re incredibly excited to bring you BODY ON THE ISLAND by Victoria Dowd, book number


two in the Smart Woman’s Mystery series. Only 99p / 99c for a limited time!


PRAISE FOR BODY ON THE ISLAND:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Absolutely loved Body on the Island! Five stars. It was cleverly woven, deliciously dark and had that fabulous Christie setting & humour. Can’t wait to read the next one!” D. E. White, bestselling author of Glass Dolls

“A pacey, atmospheric and deliciously creepy murder-mystery, laced with laugh-out-loud humour and a cast of larger-than-life characters. Loved it!” Philippa East, author of Little White Lies

“Witty, dark and gripping. I could read the Smart women every second of every day and still want more.” Tim Ewins, author of We Are Animals

Grab this twisty mystery today for only 99p / 99c!

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An uninhabited Scottish island.

Ten stranded strangers.

A murderer on the loose.


Ursula Smart, along with her dysfunctional family, heads to Scotland for a gentle weekend of foraging and camping in the Outer Hebrides.

Their boat capsizes. Washed up on an uninhabited island, the Smart women face starvation, freezing conditions and — worse — no Wi-Fi.

A fun escape swiftly turns into a desperate battle for survival. Someone begins killing them off one by one.

Will our gang of Smart women escape or will they be next?

A GRIPPING MURDER MYSTERY PACKED WITH TWISTS AND A TOUCH OF DARK HUMOUR

Victoria Dowd’s brilliant whodunnit is perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Richard Osman, Lucy Foley, L.J. Ross, Matt Haig, Faith Martin, Jeanne M. Damms and Stuart Turton.
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PRAISE FOR VICTORIA DOWD
“Ursula Smart is on waspish good form in this sequel to The Smart Woman’s Guide To Murder. Victoria Dowd juxtaposes compelling insights into psychological trauma with hilarious reflections on toxic relationships — all nicely wrapped in a satisfying mystery. Highly entertaining!” Margaret Murphy, bestselling author of Before He Kills Again

“I love Victoria Dowd’s style of writing, she is descriptive, funny and shows some acerbic wit. It makes the book enjoyable and a joy to read and the chapters flow by.” Zoe H.

What a cozy murder mystery this book is. I didn't realise that this is the second book in the series but it does read well as a standalone.” Louise W.

“What is better than a traditional whodunnit? This takes the classic premise of a group of people forced together only to find murder and mystery abounding and adds a strong character base. The relationships and interactions are fascinating and could probably stand alone without the mystery element, which is also a great read. Agatha Christie would be proud to see her legacy here!” Louise G.

“If you like chilling and eerie descriptions with loads of goosebumps, do pick up this book.” Brenda C.

A witty, clever and darkly delicious take on the country house murder genre. I relished the twists and turns that came at me faster than an Alpine switchback and the characters who are at times all too horribly familiar. Hugely enjoyable.” Amanda Lees, author of Selling Out

This book was exactly what I needed! A breath of fresh air. A modern day cozy mystery where a group of despicable characters with deadly humor and sarcasm!” Helga H.

A fun and quirky take on the classic whodunit mystery!” Lyndie D.

“I didn’t know what to expect from this novel but I adored it, and devoured it in a few hours . . . It bounces along and is thoroughly enjoyable, lots of wickedly astute moments from the most unsuspecting of characters. Please can I have more?” Aine T.

What a fabulous whodunnit, that kept me gripped from the start . . . Spooky setting, creepy cast and twisty turny storylines make this book the perfect read.” Emma M.

“I was worried at first that it might be a bit too slow but after the first chapter, you are instantly thrown into the drama and this book is definitely full of it. I have different thoughts of who the killer was the whole way through, but I did not come close to working it out. I love the way the story was written.” Rebecca H.

ALSO BY VICTORIA DOWD
SMART WOMAN'S MYSTERY SERIES

Book 1: THE SMART WOMAN'S GUIDE TO MURDER
Book 2: BODY ON THE ISLAND