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‘Ghost and Ragman Roll’ by Pete Adams

Ghost and Ragman Roll The fourth book in the Kind Hearts and Martinets series finds DCI Jack Austin on honeymoon with Detective Superintendent Amanda Bruce. However, with a missing gangster back in Blighty and a murder in Paris, Jack sets out to help the local plods (and a rival detective) join up the criminal dots. … Continue reading →

‘The Hostile Game’ by Joy Mutter

The Hostile Game The third book in this series finds Serena facing her biggest challenge yet – as if being eighteen and pregnant wasn’t enough, she finds out what the mysterious Tile X has in store for her. With tarty Patricia tempting her boyfriend, a load more gory murders on the cards and the police … Continue reading →

‘Weird: A Henry Ian Darling Oddity’ by Julie Elizabeth Powell

Weird: A Henry Ian Darling Oddity This is the first in a series of stories concerning the title character – Henry Ian Darling – and his adventures. The words ‘quirky’ and imaginative’ sprang to mind as I devoured this witty and distinctive tale. Having said that, when I reached the end, I wasn’t entirely sure … Continue reading →

‘Primogenito’ by Greta Cribbs

Primogenito When Ashley’s husband develops a mysterious and frightening illness, she seeks out the one person who can help. However, Damian Fuentes has problems of his own to contend with, and dredging up deeply disturbing memories is the last thing he wants to do. Nevertheless, if he is to keep his family safe he must … Continue reading →

‘Sister, Psychopath’ by Maggie James

Sister, Psychopath Once, Megan loved her sister Chloe. But not now. When a long-held secret is revealed, Megan realises something’s gone badly wrong with Chloe. Amid cruel jibes and shocking behaviour, is a jumbled web of lies and deceit that Megan is determined to expose. But with even their mentally ill mother seeming to fall … Continue reading →

‘A Voice Beyond Reason’ by Matthew Félix

A Voice Beyond Reason When a young Spaniard is thrown out of his normal, everyday existence by a family tragedy, it forces him to take a good look at life and his own future. From knowing exactly what is expected of him to suddenly having no idea how to move forward, Pablo finds help in … Continue reading →

‘The Curse of Arundel Hall’ by J New

The Curse of Arundel Hall: A Yellow Cottage Vintage Mystery Book 2 Amateur sleuth Ella discovers a secret room in her house, along with a corpse and a ghost. But who was the dead woman, and how did she die? Ella’s investigations develop an unexpected twist when an invitation to Arundel Hall turns into a … Continue reading →

‘Ambrosius: Last of the Romans’ by Tim Walker

Ambrosius: Last of the Romans In a time of myths and legends, Roman tribune Ambrosius Aurelianus returns to Britannia on a secret mission. With the Roman influence on the island quickly fading, the people have fallen back on their tribal roots. Along with his adoptive brother, Uther Pendragon, Ambrosius sets out to lead the Britons … Continue reading →

Guest Post: Why Serial-Killer Fiction Isn’t Going Anywhere

Guest Post by Carolyn Arnold   Years ago, a rumor circulated in the writing community that books about serial killers were passé. I didn’t buy it, though. Had any of these writers picked up a mystery book or watched popular shows on television? Serial killers were everywhere! And still are. The truth is, many people … Continue reading →

‘The Magician’s Dream’ by LeAnn Mathis

The Magician’s Dream When Franklin goes to sleep each night, he dreams of a different world – a world where people are equal and where everyone respects each other. Unfortunately, living in the Sixties, life isn’t like that for a young black guy and all he can do is hope things will get better. However, … Continue reading →