Tuesday 9 March 2021

NEW RELEASE: FLIRTING WITH MURDER BY BRIAN BATTISON

 We’re thrilled to bring you FLIRTING WITH MURDER by Brian Battison. Discover your next 


favourite mystery series today for only 99p / 99c.


Two pretty young married women are brutally murdered. Chief Inspector Jim Ashworth is brought in to investigate and notices distinct similarities between the cases.

Both were brutally beaten. Both were unemployed. Both were suspected adulterers.

Is there a serial killer on the loose?

Find out in FLIRTING WITH MURDER by Brian Battison. Half price for launch, grab this unputdownable mystery for a bargain price. Only 99p / 99c, don’t miss out!

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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 Crisis of Conscience.

Within a day of each other, two pretty young married women are brutally murdered. The first body is discovered in Bluebell Wood. The second is found in a remote corner of Lumbertub Park.

IS THERE A SERIAL KILLER ON THE LOOSE?

Chief Inspector Jim Ashworth is brought in to investigate and he immediately notes the similarities between the two cases: both women were beaten to death. Both were unemployed and both may have been straying from their new husbands.

Meanwhile Ashworth – a married man and father – has fallen for the ripe charms of resident pathologist, the delectable Dr Gwen Anthony. And Gwen thinks that her husband knows what’s going on.

Can Ashworth catch the killer before another woman pays the price? Or will his personal issues get in the way?

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

Perfect for fans of Peter May, Peter James, James Oswald, Alex Gray, Roger Silverwood, Roy Lewis or 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.

Detective Sergeant Holly Bedford is in her twenties. Holly is a rising star and a force to be reckoned with, as shown by her recent promotion to Detective Sergeant. Although Ashworth doesn’t agree with having women in CID he quickly finds himself warming to Holly.

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
Book 3: FLIRTING WITH MURDER

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