Three Oaks Scottish Mysteries (Books 1–7)

Author: Gerald Hammond

Category: Crime Fiction

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GET *SEVEN* GRIPPING SCOTTISH CRIME MYSTERIES IN THIS GREAT-VALUE BOX SET.Fans of Val McDermid, JD Kirk, TG Reid, Ian Rankin, Caro Ramsay, William Paul and Stuart MacBride will be hooked.PRAISE FOR GERALD HAMMOND’S THREE OAKS MYSTERIES:‘Compelling . . . will appeal to dog lovers and mystery enthusiasts alike.’ The Mail‘Short and snappy as a terrier’s bark and crammed with country lore.’ Daily Telegraph‘Hammond has created another outstanding, very human detective.’ Publishers Weekly‘The cast of characters, human and canine, is convincing and appealing.’Financial Times????? ‘Twists and turns that will captivate you.’ Evonne H.????? ‘Like the Miss Marple of the dog world.’ Leigh L.IN THIS SEVEN-BOOK BOX SET:BOOK 1: DOG IN THE DARKMrs Daiches, a local show-dog breeder, is found shot in her back garden and her neighbour, John Cunningham, is the prime suspect. Mrs Daiches made no secret of her contempt for her neighbour John Cunningham and his gun dog breeding. Set on clearing his name, John seeks the real culprit. Can he trace the killer before harm comes to another person . . . or animal?BOOK 2: DOGHOUSERenowned wildlife artist George Muir is found dead in his studio. The police are sure it was an unfortunate accident. But John Cunningham smells foul play. Uncovering evidence of murder now he needs to find out who in Muir’s circle would want him dead.BOOK 3: WHOSE DOG ARE YOU?John and his wife Beth find a dead body in the Eden Estuary and a lost dog is found nearby. John’s interest is piqued when he realises the abandoned dog might hold the single clue that would solve the mystery. But his investigations will lead him into great danger.BOOK 4: GIVE A DOG A NAMEJohn’s livelihood is put at serious risk when a faked photo of him abusing his dog Stardust is shown to a local show judge. Then Stardust disappears, only to be replaced by an almost identical dog. When John starts to investigate this stitch-up, he finds himself in the sights of a ruthless killer.BOOK 5: THE CURSE OF THE COCKERSThe Hogmanay celebrations are cut short when a reveller is killed in a hit-and-run. The only clue is a terrified black cocker spaniel, abandoned by the roadside. It’s the second murder in a week featuring a black spaniel. John is on the case and finds himself on the trail of a psychopath who’ll do anything to cover their tracks.BOOK 6: STING IN THE TAILA springer spaniel has been maliciously wounded. John believes it’s the work of overzealous animal rights activists. His search leads him to a gruesome crime scene. As he delves deeper he’s drawn himself up against a gang of scared criminals who’ll stop at nothing to hide the truth.BOOK 7: MAD DOGS AND SCOTSMENJohn’s car is stolen. In the back is a valuable black Labrador and a precious gun. Then, a woman’s battered body is found near a burned-out car and the Labrador’s owner disappears. How far is John prepared to go to discover the truth and save both dog and owner?MEET THE AMATEUR SLEUTH:John Cunningham is a Falklands veteran. Forced to retire from the army on medical grounds he can be stuck in bed for weeks. But when he’s healthy he’s a dedicated and knowledgeable breeder of gun dogs. He's smart and observant, which makes him the perfect sleuth to follow the scent of a murderer.THE SETTINGThe green Lowlands of Fife are made up of farming land, small villages and sheltered harbours. In this particular corner of Fife, dog breeding and showing are big business. It’s a closed but competitive world that drives some people to desperate measures . . . even murder.GET ALL SEVEN THRILLING SCOTTISH MYSTERIES IN THIS SUPERB-VALUE BOX SET.

Her Burning Lies

Author: Pamela Fagan Hutchins

Category: Crime Fiction

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‘I couldn’t put it down… Finished it in a day… Amazing… What an absolute cracker!!!… Sucked me straight in. Absolutely addictive page-turner.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????As a blazing wildfire rages through Kearny County, homes are destroyed and the town is in turmoil. Amongst the debris, the body of a young woman lies totally still, her eyes looking to the sky, a silver sword pinning her to the ground. When fire wardens search the scorched remains of an abandoned farmhouse, underneath the rubble, they make a shocking discovery—a young woman, stabbed and left to die in the middle of the fire zone. Detective Delaney Pace and Sheriff Leo Palmer are called in to investigate.Leo takes in the woman’s petite features, his voice shaking as he turns to Delaney. He knows the victim—they had met on an online dating site. How did she end up in the middle of the wildfires, and who would want to kill an innocent young woman?As a second body is discovered at a remote ranch, also stabbed with a silver sword, Delaney is sure the victims are linked—both young mothers, both looking for love. Could Kearny County have a serial killer preying on single women?Delaney’s heart pounds when she learns that her close friend, Clara Eckhardt, is missing, last seen driving towards the fires. She ignores the evacuation orders and races towards the inferno. But when shots are fired, she knows the murderer has her in their sight. Will she turn back and save herself or chase the killer further into the fire to save her friend’s life?If you like Lisa Regan, Mary Stone and Robert Dugoni, you will love this completely gripping crime thriller from USA Today bestselling crime author Pamela Fagan Hutchins.What readers are saying about Her Burning Lies:“I could not put this book down and read it in one day! It was heart-pounding, and I needed to find out what was going to happen next… Kept me on the edge of my seat… Impossible to put down… A must-read.” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars“Unputdownable… I’m hooked.” Rubie_reads, 5 stars“Keeps you on the edge of your seat—seriously I might need a new chair… Gripping.” Scrapping and Playing, 5 stars“Awesome book… Oh my word, this storyline is gripping… It’s ohhhh so good.” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars“An edge-of-your-seat action packed crime thriller… This is a must-read.” Avonna Loves Genres, 5 stars“Wow! This one blew me away from start until finish.” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars“I devoured this book in a day!” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars“I was glued to the book… Managed to finish it in two days.” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars“Wow!… Fantastic.” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars“Will not let you go. Spell-binding.” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

The Girl Goes Home

Author: Dorian Box

Category: Crime Fiction

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"A riveting mystery that balances thrills with deeper themes of self-discovery, forgiveness, and healing." — The BookLife Prize"A fiercely energetic story, full of moments both bitterly heartbreaking and tenderly uplifting ... Have a handkerchief handy." — IndieReader (5-Stars, IR Seal of Approval)"Part crime thriller, part sleuthing mystery, and part legal thriller, this has everything you could possibly want in an exciting read." — Readers' Favorite 2025 Silver Medal WinnerThe last time Emily Calby was in Dilfer County, Georgia, she was twelve years old, climbing out a window and running for her life, the only survivor of the infamous Calby Murders. She went missing and never returned, shut out even thinking of her life in Georgia. Now twenty-four, she’s a law school graduate opening her own firm in Memphis, excited about a new start.But the past never lets go. A mysterious letter lures her back home, where she confronts the ghosts of her childhood and uncovers an age-old web of secrets and treachery that threaten everything she knows about her family, her very existence. As she works to untangle the mystery, powerful forces seek to block her every move. What are they trying to hide?Each puzzle piece escalates the danger, not just to her, but everyone around her, including Meggie Tribet, the best friend she abandoned. In Emily’s fractured psyche, there are no limits to what, or who, she’s willing to sacrifice to protect them.The Girl Goes Home is a standalone mystery-thriller in the multi-award-winning Emily Calby Series, featuring Dorian Box’s unique blend of darkness and light.PRAISE FOR THE EMILY CALBY SERIES“Dark and gritty … an exceptional, heart-pounding story full of raw emotion, deep-seated fear, and an undercurrent of hope and innocence. Deeply atmospheric … without peer in contemporary mysteries/thrillers.” — Publishers Weekly BookLife Prize Semifinalist“In Emily, Author Dorian Box has created a rarity—a teenage protagonist that is at once sympathetic, vulnerable and largely fearless.” — BestThrillers.com (Best Psychological Thriller of Year)“The story that author Dorian Box has created for Emily Calby is nothing short of thrilling, but it’s the masterful interplay of character, setting, and theme, along with the fast pace and high emotional stakes that make this a real page-turner.” — IndieReader Discovery Award for Fiction“A unique mix of hope, shattered innocence, pain, fear, and vulnerability … a great, suspenseful read.” — Readers’ Favorite Medal for Suspense Fiction“You root for the lead, Emily, and stick with her throughout. Engaged me from the first page. Excellent story. Dark and grisly, yet a lot of hope comes with this one.” — Feathered Quill Medal for Mystery/Suspense“Most heartwarming bloody crime I’ve ever read ... Emily’s story is both heart-wrenching in the tragedies that befall her, as well as heartwarming in the people she meets that help her on her way.” — BookishFirst“[S]tandout sequel from Dorian Box featuring a fierce female main character, a perfectly planned and paced plot, and a strong sense of theme … Emily is a brilliant character; she is the perfect balance of admirable and flawed. ... Every scene is meaningful, which makes the book a true page-turner.” — IndieReader (5 Stars, IR Seal of Approval)“Once again, I’m floored, breathless, and sleep-deprived from racing through yet another harrowing and heartfelt adventure in the ever-dangerous life of young Emily Calby.” — NetGalley

The Bone Clock

Author: Andrew James Greig

Category: Crime Fiction

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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, ?????

The Existential Worries of Mags Munroe

Author: Jean Grainger

Category: Crime Fiction

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My twelve-year-old daughter frequently moans that Ballycarrick is the most boring town in Ireland.Nothing ever happens here.She’s right.And as the local police sergeant, this is something I’m delighted about.I’ve enough to worry about - the polar ice-caps, the evil monster that’s shrinking my trousers, not to mention the hot flushes - without having to be like one of those gritty Netflix cops, chasing criminals down alleyways and busting drug deals.So, life is calm and fairly predictable.Until something unthinkable happens in our sleepy backwater.A crime, but not like anything I've ever seen before.It's a complete mystery.And it's up to me to solve it.

An Eye for an Eye

Author: Theo Harris

Category: Crime Fiction

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East London's most dangerous gang is about to meet their match.They left DC Kendra March for dead. Big mistake.When the justice system fails and the courts look the other way, someone has to balance the scales. Armed with inside knowledge, criminal connections, and absolutely nothing to lose, Kendra assembles an unlikely team: her disabled ex-partner and her criminally connected father.Their mission is simple. Their methods are anything but legal.In the savage world of London's East End, mercy is weakness, and the law is just a suggestion. But Kendra March is writing new rules.The debut thriller that launched the Summary Justice phenomenon—vigilante justice has never felt so right.The 'Summary Justice' series is ideal for fans of Lee Child, Martina Cole, Ian Rankin, Mark Billingham and Lynda La Plante, among others.Perfect for fans of vigilante justice, gritty urban thrillers, and protagonists who refuse to let evil win—no matter the cost.--------------------------What people are saying about Theo Harris:“????? Brilliant! Wow...I absolutely loved this read, it's definitely not your normal crime thriller!”“????? Gripping and Gritty Crime Thriller - A Must-Read!”“????? Nice to see justice being served, even if it is slightly unconventional!” “????? One of my favourite reads of the year, waiting for the rest of the series!”“????? Really gripping storytelling that is clearly well researched and engaging.” “????? If you're looking for a gripping, fast-paced, and intelligently written crime novel, look no further – this one delivers on all fronts!”