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The Complete Detective Craig Wild Mysteries Box Set Books 1-2
In this two-book box set:
Book 1: Long Shadows
Detective Craig Wild leaves London for Mayberry, a sleepy Wiltshire backwater. It was supposed to be a second chance. Then Wild is faced with the most baffling case of his career. Eccentric farmer Alexander Porter is found shot dead in his own field. Everyone assumes it was suicide. But Wild knows there’s more to it than that — and he’s going to prove it.
Book 2: West Country Murder/i>
A literary festival. A dead body. No fingerprints. Who is he? Detective Craig Wild discovers that the victim was using a fake name. What did he have to hide? If Wild can find the man’s real identity he might just crack this case. But first he must deal with some very dangerous people. Detective Craig Wild will be pushed to his limits . . .
MEET THE DETECTIVE
Detective Craig Wild couldn’t cut it in London. Now he must swap the Met for Mayberry, a sleepy Wiltshire backwater where ambition goes to die. He’s always been a loner, even when he was married. Like many long-time coppers, it’s the job that gives him his sense of self and a purpose. He’s a good copper — most of the time. But his method is to follow his nose, disregard his superiors and get the job done.
Book 1: Long Shadows
Detective Craig Wild leaves London for Mayberry, a sleepy Wiltshire backwater. It was supposed to be a second chance. Then Wild is faced with the most baffling case of his career. Eccentric farmer Alexander Porter is found shot dead in his own field. Everyone assumes it was suicide. But Wild knows there’s more to it than that — and he’s going to prove it.
Book 2: West Country Murder/i>
A literary festival. A dead body. No fingerprints. Who is he? Detective Craig Wild discovers that the victim was using a fake name. What did he have to hide? If Wild can find the man’s real identity he might just crack this case. But first he must deal with some very dangerous people. Detective Craig Wild will be pushed to his limits . . .
MEET THE DETECTIVE
Detective Craig Wild couldn’t cut it in London. Now he must swap the Met for Mayberry, a sleepy Wiltshire backwater where ambition goes to die. He’s always been a loner, even when he was married. Like many long-time coppers, it’s the job that gives him his sense of self and a purpose. He’s a good copper — most of the time. But his method is to follow his nose, disregard his superiors and get the job done.
541 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 9, 2023
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About the author
Derek Thompson
22 books41 followersDerek is a British author of novels and short fiction.
The Complete Thomas Bladen Spy Thrillers boxset, published by Joffe Books, comprises: STANDPOINT, LINE OF SIGHT, CAUSE & EFFECT, SHADOW STATE, and FLASHPOINT.
Book 6, PATHFINDER, is by Sixpence Publishing.
DS Wild Crime Mysteries published by Joffe Books:
1. LONG SHADOWS
2. WEST COUNTRY MURDER
3. *** Available in April 2026 ***
INTO THE VOID is a collection of short fiction by Sixpence Publishing.
Reviews
THOMAS BLADEN SPY THRILLERS
"Realistic rather than glitzy. This story did not disappoint with its gritty detail and credible characters. Kept me hooked right to the end. Great writing!" VC
DS WILD CRIME MYSTERIES
"...Slid down like a beer at the end of a hard day... engaging and entertaining story that kept me in suspense. A good balance of male & female characters, well written and believable." Helenmx5
The Complete Thomas Bladen Spy Thrillers boxset, published by Joffe Books, comprises: STANDPOINT, LINE OF SIGHT, CAUSE & EFFECT, SHADOW STATE, and FLASHPOINT.
Book 6, PATHFINDER, is by Sixpence Publishing.
DS Wild Crime Mysteries published by Joffe Books:
1. LONG SHADOWS
2. WEST COUNTRY MURDER
3. *** Available in April 2026 ***
INTO THE VOID is a collection of short fiction by Sixpence Publishing.
Reviews
THOMAS BLADEN SPY THRILLERS
"Realistic rather than glitzy. This story did not disappoint with its gritty detail and credible characters. Kept me hooked right to the end. Great writing!" VC
DS WILD CRIME MYSTERIES
"...Slid down like a beer at the end of a hard day... engaging and entertaining story that kept me in suspense. A good balance of male & female characters, well written and believable." Helenmx5
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August 16, 2023
Gritty and fast paced!
First time reading Derek Thompson. I completely enjoyed his writing style, and loved his complex characters.
Looking forward to the next books.
First time reading Derek Thompson. I completely enjoyed his writing style, and loved his complex characters.
Looking forward to the next books.
August 19, 2023
Wow, a nailbiter
A really exciting police detective story, Craig Wild is an interesting character. Would like to read more books with him in it.
A really exciting police detective story, Craig Wild is an interesting character. Would like to read more books with him in it.
September 7, 2023
Craig wild mysteries
More I want more could not read these books fast enough brilliantly written, did not turn telly on got two days wrapped in these books
More I want more could not read these books fast enough brilliantly written, did not turn telly on got two days wrapped in these books
August 8, 2023
Very entertaining read that sucks you in from page one. Loved the characters and conflict. The only disappointment was not finding book three.yet?
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