Ed James

The body of a young woman is found on the streets of East London, in the shadow of the City's gleaming towers. No ID on her, just hard-earned cash. But there is no doubting the ferocity of the attack. DI Simon Fenchurch takes charge but, as his team tries to identify her and piece together her murder, they're faced with cruel indifference at every turn--nobody cares about yet another dead prostitute. To Fenchurch, however, she could just as easily be Chloe, his daughter still missing after ten years, whose memory still haunts his days and nights, his burning obsession having killed his marriage. When a second body is discovered, Fenchurch must peel back the grimy layers shrouding the London sex trade, confronting his own traumatic past while racing to undo a scheme larger, more complex and more evil than anything he could possibly have imagined.

The Hope That Kills

Cops and Robbers

A dead body. A twisted car. A detective torn in two.DC Scott Cullen likes to play hard and fast with the rules and while it might antagonise his colleagues and superiors, it gets results. But resistance to his cowboy attitude, coupled with fears about a forthcoming police restructure, mean that things aren't looking good for the maverick cop, especially when his personal life begins to crumble.When the body of a young man turns up in a totalled car in West Lothian at the foot of a shale bing, it looks like a straightforward case.But when that seemingly accidental death turns into two undeniable murders and Cullen gets caught in the risky crossfire of several different investigations. When the case shines a light on the murky underworld of football hooliganism, things become unexpectedly too personal for comfort. Can Cullen work out what's going on, or were his colleagues right about him all along?For fans of Ian Rankin, Ed McBain and Stuart MacBride, Stab in the Dark sees the return of Detective Constable Scott Cullen, in the gritty and hard-hitting Scottish police procedural series that has set the bestseller charts alight.'Classic Scottish noir: bad food, bad moods, too much booze and tight plots' @ey0k1, Twitter'Proper modern gritty Scottish crime drama' Kelley, Amazon five-star review'Unputdownable! Just gets better with each book' FMB, Amazon five-star review'Three cheers for Ed James... If you have not yet started these brilliant stories then what are you waiting for?' AngelaR, Amazon five-star review'Can Scott Cullen keep thrilling us? Yes he can... Yet again a great novel from Ed James. A really good story and an insight into police procedure that is believable and compelling' PeskyPam, Amazon five-star review

Stab in the Dark

'Classic Scottish noir: bad food, bad moods, too much booze and tight plots' @ey0k1, TwitterFor fans of Ian Rankin, Ed McBain and Stuart MacBride, Fire in the Blood is the third novel featuring Detective Constable Scott Cullen, in the gritty and hard-hitting Scottish police procedural series that has set the bestseller charts alight.DC Scott Cullen is disillusioned with the force and his insufferable boss, DI Bain, not least because he keeps being overlooked for a promotion. That is until he finds himself investigating not one but two decades-old cases when the mangled and unidentifiable body of a man is found in a barrel of aged Dunpender Distillery whisky. The plot thickens when it is discovered that two men working at the distillery went missing within weeks of each other around the same time the barrel was filled nearly twenty years ago. As Cullen steps back in time to work out what happened, he finds himself steeped in twisted tales of family loyalties, lies and professional rivalries. But before Cullen can work out who the killer is, he needs to know whose body is in the barrel...'Cullen mesmerises again... Another amazing entry into the Cullen saga' Jack McKnight, Amazon five-star review'Scott is a great character ... His maverick attitude leads him to solve the cases but not without a shedload of trouble along the way' W. Ward, Amazon five-star review'My third date with Scott Cullen didn't disappoint ... he's back, slightly more grown up, extremely more cynical and still worthy of attention' Morgani, Amazon five-star review'It's fair to say I'm hooked on this series - a few surprises along the way in this book, yet again a cracking read' Annie, Amazon five-star review'Well-paced and cleverly plotted' Kenco, Amazon five-star review

Fire in the Blood

'Classic Scottish noir: bad food, bad moods, too much booze and tight plots' @ey0k1, Twitter Perfect for fans of Ian Rankin, Ed McBain and Christopher Brookmyre, Cowboys & Indians, the seventh book in the Scott Cullen series, brings together two different cases for Cullen to solve, in the dark and gripping Scottish police procedural series that has set the bestseller charts alight. With a series of male rapes around Edinburgh puzzling police, a bloodied corpse is found in the shadow of Edinburgh's Dean Bridge, half-naked and battered. Who is he? Did he fall or was he pushed? Why is he handcuffed?As the victim is identified, the case only gets murkier. Detective Sergeant Scott Cullen of Police Scotland's Edinburgh Major Investigation Team is sucked into the depths of the city's financial services sector, facing up to some old enemies and creating some new ones. Just months into his new role, Cullen is torn by the trials of a management role, putting a friendship on the line. New leads take them no further forward -- too many suspects in a world where nobody trusts anyone and all are out for themselves. Can Cullen catch a killer who could be anyone?From bestselling author Ed James, Cowboys and Indians is a tightly woven, gripping crime novel challenging the honesty of professional liars.

Cowboys and Indians

'A must for crime-fiction fans' Amazon five-star review'Classic Scottish noir: bad food, bad moods, too much booze and tight plots' @ey0k1, TwitterPerfect for fans of Ian Rankin, Ed McBain and Christopher Brookmyre, Windchill, the sixth book in the Scott Cullen series, brings together two different cases for Cullen to solve, in the dark and gripping Scottish police procedural series that has set the bestseller charts alight.A novel in two parts.In "Christmas Steps", Detective Constable Scott Cullen investigates the gruesome murder of a businessman on a cold Christmas Eve in Edinburgh.Then in "Windchill", Cullen's peaceful return from holiday is scuppered when the body of a barman is found with a knife in his gut. What seems to be a straightforward case of violent jealousy soon reveals itself to have much darker links; revelations of mounting debts, out of control gambling and organised crime lead to the discovery of another body.With the carrot of promotion dangled in front of him, Cullen sets out to solve the murders, but can he untangle the web?'Ed James has gone from strength to strength... If you liked the previous books in the Scott Cullen series, you'll love Windchill!' Brian Smith, Amazon five-star review'Windchill was very difficult to put down. There were so many twists that kept me on the edge of my seat... If you're a Rebus fan then you will definitely love Scott Cullen' Nicola Boyle, Amazon five-star review'What an incredible book. I loved it from start to finish. The best one so far' Amazon five-star review'Excellent new instalment of a readable, fast-paced series' Amazon five-star review'A gritty, gripping story' celtictraveller "locust559", Amazon five-star review

Liars and Thieves: Previously Published as Windchill

'Classic Scottish noir: bad food, bad moods, too much booze and tight plots' @ey0k1, Twitter Perfect for fans of Ian Rankin, Stuart MacBride and Christopher Brookmyre, Heroes and Villains is the seventh book in the dark and gripping Scottish police procedural series that has set the bestseller charts alight. After a previous case got him sidelined to a drugs investigation, DS Scott Cullen closes in on a long-time adversary. Dean Vardy, Edinburgh's latest drug kingpin, and notorious rapist. Every time they close in on him, he gets off, aided and abetted by his lawyer, Campbell McLintock. But this time Vardy goes too far.Or does he? After a witness dies, Cullen is soon desperately trying to hold the case together, with Vardy's conviction dangling by a thread. Will McLintock get Vardy off yet again?But soon, Cullen and Police Scotland's Edinburgh Major Investigation Team are facing a different threat. A brutal vigilante, doling out frontier justice and obeying no laws. Can Cullen catch a killer who could be one of their own?From bestselling author Ed James, Heroes and Villains is a tightly woven, gripping crime novel that shows both sides of the crime coin.

Heroes and Villains

'Classic Scottish noir: bad food, bad moods, too much booze and tight plots' @ey0k1, Twitter'The best yet' Amazon five-star reviewPerfect for fans of Ian Rankin, Ed McBain and Christopher Brookmyre, Bottleneck sees the return of Acting Detective Sergeant Scott Cullen, in the gritty and hard-hitting Scottish police procedural series that has set the bestseller charts alight.Things are finally going well for ADS Scott Cullen. He's just moved in with his girlfriend and, thanks to a merger at work, the promotion he craves is almost in reach. Just so long as he can keep out of trouble...Then the severely decomposed body of a man is found amid the labyrinthine alleyways of Edinburgh's Old Town; he has a screwdriver through his heart. The investigation leads Scott to unsettled scores in the music industry, where bands and their bitter rivalries might just have turned murderous. Suddenly things aren't looking so good. Cullen's relationship takes an alarming turn, just as the unsolved case begins to weigh heavily on him. Scott's maverick tactics have helped him in the past, but will they come back to haunt him - and put others in danger?'Loved, loved, loved this book' Annie, Amazon five-star review'Plenty of police, plenty of procedure! A brilliant story of detection, politicking and a bit of the relationship stuff rolled up beautifully into this exciting and readable book' PC Jameson, Amazon five-star review'Ed does a superb job of holding his audience with some real gritty stories' Alan Chapman, Amazon five-star review 'From the very first page to the very last page you are hooked' Lynsey, Amazon five-star review'Thrilling' Brian Norman, Amazon five-star review'It has all of the qualities of a Rankin or Rebus novel but with a fresh approach to the seamier side of Scotland's great cities' Chevin, Amazon five-star review

Cops and Robbers: Previously Published as Bottleneck

She opens her eyes and focuses on the room around her. Everything is in place, yet something isn’t right. She walks towards her daughter’s room, calling her name, as she does every morning. But this morning is different. This morning there is no response, Marissa’s daughter has vanished. Single mother Marissa Bukowski stands in her daughter’s untidy room. Olivia’s phone is still charging at the wall and her clothes are still hanging in her closet. The mirror above her daughter’s desk is cracked and a message written in red ink reads ‘Never Forget’. As FBI special agent Max Carter is called in to investigate, he delves into the lives of Marissa and her quiet, studious teenage daughter, and soon discovers that Olivia has been lying to her mother. Not only did she have a secret boyfriend, but she had also been talking to her guidance counsellor in the weeks before she disappeared. What was so big that Olivia couldn’t tell? When a blood test reveals that Marissa was drugged the night Olivia went missing, Carter turns his sights towards Marissa’s estranged husband, only to find that he too has vanished without trace. And when he uncovers a family secret that could put the teenager’s life in danger, it’s clear that time is running out for Marissa’s beloved daughter. Can he discover the truth about Olivia’s family and find her before it’s too late? Fans of Melinda Leigh, Kendra Elliott and Lisa Regan will love this pulse-racing crime thriller from bestselling author Ed James. Before She Wakes will keep you up all night! What readers are saying about Ed James: “Wow, what a book—revenge, corruption, death and politics. Max Carter certainly has his hands full with this one. Loved it.” NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars “Awesome thriller that kept me turning the pages to see how it ends.” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars “This is brilliant from start to finish and I loved it. Max Carter is a great protagonist… So many twists it kept me turning the pages way past my bedtime! This book knocks it out of the park on every level and I can’t wait for the next one.” NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars “Wow, what a start to a new book and series!… Do yourself a favour and get out there and read it now!” Chapter in my Life Blog, 5 stars “Fast-paced and enthralling book. A page-turner—impossible to put down.” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars “Not one for the faint of heart. It is full of danger and despair and the action starts and continues at breakneck speed… I could not put this book down.” Robin Loves Reading “So many twists it kept me turning the pages way past my bedtime!” NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars “Enter Max Carter, a new protagonist in an exciting new series. Well-paced and excellent plot that keeps the story moving.” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars “Fast-paced and full of twists that I had no idea where it was going to end and that’s what I love most about reading.” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars “Plenty of twists to keep me engrossed with a helping of revenge and corruption. I can’t wait for the next instalment.” NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars “A tale of mystery and intrigue, double dealing and corruption at the highest levels of US Government. Loved it. I’m looking forward to the next one.” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars “I was sucked into the story straight away and the cat and mouse game was a great asset.” B for Book Reviews “A masterclass in how to write an action thriller. Taut and suspenseful with not a word wasted.” Cass Green, Author

An absolutely unputdownable gripping crime thriller

Before She Wakes

Blood and Guts

FBI special agent Max Carter is on the hunt – he’ll stop at nothing to catch a kidnapper with a taste for danger and a need for revenge. Fans of Lee Child and David Baldacci will be gripped by this heart-racing thriller from bestselling author Ed James. As Senator Christopher Holliday walks through the halls of the US Federal Building in Seattle, his phone beeps with an alert. Frustrated by the interruption, he takes a quick glance and is horrified by the image on the screen – his two children, Brandon and Avery, unconscious. The message simply reads: Meet me or they die. The race is on to find the children and leading the investigation is Special Agent Max Carter from the FBI’s Child Abduction Rapid Deployment team. He will stop at nothing to find children stolen from their families – after all, he was once one of those taken children, so he knows exactly what’s at stake. Rushing to the Senator’s home in Washington State, Carter faces a wall of police cruisers and blacked-out SUVs. Megan Holliday, the senator’s wife, was ambushed by a man with a gun as she returned home from taking her kids out for ice cream. Bound and drugged, the attacker left her unconscious on the doorstep before messaging her husband. When Senator Holliday flees the federal building, but fails to show up at home, Carter grows suspicious. The busy politician has vanished without telling anyone what he’s up to. If Carter knows one thing, it’s that Holliday has something to hide. And he just became Carter’s prime suspect. What readers are saying about Tell Me Lies: ‘Wow, what a book – revenge, corruption, death and politics… Loved it.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars ‘Brilliant from start to finish and I loved it... so many twists it kept me turning the pages way past my bedtime! This book knocks it out of the park on every level and I can't wait for the next one.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars ‘Excellent... I could not put this book down.’ Robin Loves Reading ‘Fast-paced and enthralling… A page-turner impossible to put down.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘The action comes thick and fast as the storyline moves at a rapid pace.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘Twists and turns, corruption, greed, revenge, danger, cover-ups, web of lies all kept my attention. I loved this book.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘Mystery and intrigue, double dealing and corruption at the highest levels of US Government. Loved it.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘I can’t wait for the next one in the series.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘Fast-paced and full of twists... I had no idea where it was going to end and that’s what I love most about reading.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘Exhilarating and high octane read with plenty of twists and turns.’ Goodreads reviewer ‘A potent mix of emotion, surprising reveals and twists… There is plenty going on and the action barely allows you a moment to compose yourself when another shocking twist takes you completely by surprise. It’s a thrill-a-minute and I couldn’t contain my excitement… This is one fast-paced thrill ride crime readers won’t want to miss. Goodreads reviewer ‘High action political thriller. A good American thriller, on a par with some of the bigger names in the business!!’ Stardust Book Reviews ‘Unique and gripping… This book takes you on a wild ride inside the mind of a diabolical killer. Eye opening twists keep you engrossed in the story for hours on end.’ Goodreads reviewer

A completely addictive and unputdownable crime thriller

Tell Me Lies

'Classic Scottish noir: bad food, bad moods, too much booze and tight plots' @ey0k1, TwitterFor fans of Ian Rankin, Ed McBain and Christopher Brookmyre, Devil in the Detail is the second novel featuring Detective Constable Scott Cullen, in the gritty Scottish police procedural series that has set the bestseller charts alight.Still reeling from the death of a colleague on his watch, DC Scott Cullen finds himself caught in the cross-fire of competitive police politics when the body of Mandy Gibson, a young disabled girl, turns up in the affluent East Lothian town of Garleton. The heartbroken parents don't hesitate to point the finger of suspicion at young Jamie Cook, a tearaway teen with a long history of run-ins with the police. But where is he now? When the victim's and the suspect's families are revealed to belong to an offshoot group of the Catholic Church run by an excommunicated priest, Cullen quickly realises that the key to catching the killer is finding out the darkest secrets of this close-knit community, one family at a time.From bestselling author Ed James, Devil in the Detail is a tightly woven, gripping crime novel set in a middle-class town that isn't nearly as wholesome as it looks.Praise for Devil in the Detail'Brilliant and compelling. A must-read for those who enjoy crime thrillers' Lisa, Amazon five-star review'[I have] struck gold! If you like crime fiction this is a must-read' essexgirl, Amazon five-star review'The characters are convincingly drawn, and show all the human failings and frailties of real people ... If I have a complaint, it's only that Mr James will be completely unable to keep up with my reading speed. If there can be a higher compliment, I'm already comparing his quality with that of the late lamented Ed McBain' R. Benson, Amazon five-star review'A real nail-biter' Brian Smith, Amazon five-star review'A fantastic author and series ... [Devil in the Detail] has some subtle twists and turns and others which knock you sideways. Highly recommended!' Amazon customer, Amazon five-star review

Devil in the Detail

‘Spectacular read. It had me on the edge of my seat and I just couldn’t stop reading. I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars A baby missing. A family in pieces. A shocking secret that can’t be told. Landon and Jennifer Bartlett have everything—money, influence and a picture-perfect family. But it means nothing when their lives are torn apart the day someone breaks into their plush mansion and takes their newborn child right from his cot. FBI Agent Max Carter investigates child abduction cases. He has a reputation for working all hours to find every missing child on his watch—after all, he was once one himself. When he visits the Bartletts’ sprawling home in an exclusive estate in the suburbs of Seattle, he’s immediately suspicious of Landon Bartlett and his brother Chase. As Carter delves deeper into the lives of the brothers, he finds a web of dubious business deals and lies that could cost the Bartlett’s their entire family fortune. And it’s clear they will do anything to keep their secrets—but would they withhold vital information that could lead him to baby Ky’s kidnapper? As Carter begins a cat-and-mouse game with the kidnapper, he receives some startling news from home, which stops him in his tracks. And when a young woman is spotted boarding a bus out of town with a baby fitting Ky’s description, he must decide whether to risk everything to find the missing child or save his own family. Fans of Kendra Elliot, Melinda Leigh and Robert Dugoni will love this heart-pumping, pulse-racing crime thriller from bestselling author Ed James. What readers are saying about Gone in Seconds: ‘Talk about a total thriller. I could NOT put this one down… I really loved this book. It was super fast-paced and a quick read. I read it all in one sitting.’ Mama’s Book Ramblins’ Blog ‘Wow, wow, wow, wow. What a book!! I enjoyed every minute… A definite must-read!!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘Captivating… I was utterly gobsmacked by the ending… A real cracker of a page-turner.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘I couldn’t put this book down! I began reading in the afternoon and had to finish it tonight. It’s THAT GOOD.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘A great story with some gobsmacking revelations and a chilling finish that will make you want to pull your hair out because you have to wait for book three… Just loved it.’ B for Book Review, 5 stars ‘A spectacular read. I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘I loved this book… Every page kept me wanting more and I finished it in a day.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘Another great story full of twists and turns… A book you can’t put down until you finish it.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars ‘Kept me up until the early hours of the morning because once I was hooked, I couldn’t put it down!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘Excellent mystery novel… The storyline literally kept me glued to the pages.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘Gritty and suspenseful… I didn’t want it to end.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars ‘Had twists I never saw coming. I couldn’t put it down.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘I can’t wait for the next instalment.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘I loved how every page left me wanting more. 5 stars!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

A gripping and addictive crime thriller

Gone in Seconds

Meet Vicky Dodds. Single mother, commitment-phobe, Detective Sergeant. The disappearance of a Dundee-based dog breeder sets DS Vicky Dodds and her team on a desperate hunt through the city and the surrounding Tayside. But soon other crimes are committed, with clear signs of escalation, and as the perpetrators' message becomes clearer, Vicky begins to question where her own sympathies lie. From the acclaimed author of the DI Fenchurch series, Tooth & Claw is an unyielding police procedural that fearlessly examines the uncomfortable grey areas between right and wrong.

Tooth and Claw

'Classic Scottish noir: bad food, bad moods, too much booze and tight plots' @ey0k1, TwitterFor fans of Ian Rankin, Stuart McBride and Christopher Brookmyre, Ghost in the Machine is the novel that introduced readers to ambitious maverick Detective Constable Scott Cullen, whose series has set the bestseller charts alight.With a messy divorce behind her, Caroline Adamson's future is finally looking up. But after her mutilated body is found, police think Caroline's ex-husband is the main suspect. When one murder becomes three, Edinburgh faces up to the fact that it might have a serial killer in its midst. Then DC Scott Cullen of Lothian and Borders CID starts to question his superiors. Could the answer lie with Schoolbook, the latest social media craze to hit the city? Cullen has only been in the job for three months but he's determined to prove himself, and equally as determined that the right person faces justice. As things take an even darker, personal turn, Cullen realises that he must look closer to home for the answer - before it's too late.A gritty, gripping and wholly satisfying modern crime novel, Ghost in the Machine asks the questions we don't like to ask ourselves. Are we ever safe online, and how do we know who to trust?Reviews for Ghost in the Machine'Rebus has a young pretender to his throne ... [An] excellent read' Andy Caskey, Amazon five-star review'Scott Cullen is superb ... Excellent plot, brilliant location, realistic characters and great dialogues. You'd be mad not to try it. If you're into the crime genre, Ed James is a must-have for your collection' Brian Smith, Amazon five-star review'Fresh and exciting ... Scott Cullen brings a wonderful energy to the world of the police procedural ... I'll definitely be reading more in the series' nigelpbird.blogspot.co.uk'Up there with the best ... managed to keep me guessing right to the end ... Here's hoping DC Scott Cullen has a long career in law enforcement' Phil Moore, Amazon five-star review'Scary and topical. I loved it' Rroberta Stableford, Amazon five-star review'Rankin for the X-box generation' Noj, Amazon five-star review

Ghost in the Machine

Mark Taylor

Nicky Taylor

'OMG! This book is SO me! The tips and stories shared by Ed, Mark and Nicky will help you live a life filled with more fun, joy and enthusiasm!' ALISON HAMMOND, TV Presenter 'Kids are so authentic and there's no reason for us to lose that when we're older. Kids see the wonder and awe in the smallest things every day. Be More Kid reminds us how important it is to bring out the best in ourselves and how we can do that in way that also brings out the best in others.' BEN SHEPHARD, TV Presenter 'This book gives you the tools to bring the belief, energy and passion you had as a child into your current life with transformational results.' SARAH STIRK, TV Presenter, Sky Sports & Entrepreneur THIS ISN'T JUST ANOTHER SELF IMPROVEMENT BOOK. Have you ever felt there must be more to life? Do you feel unfulfilled? Have you felt stuck, not knowing how to move forward and found yourself settling for less than you deserve? AND IT ISN'T ABOUT HAVING TO CREATE A NEW YOU. Since childhood you've had all of the resources that you need to create the life that you want, and over time you've simply lost touch with them. Now is the time to find them again. With expert guidance from broadcaster and entrepreneur, Ed James and behaviour and relationship experts, Mark & Nicky Taylor, you'll rediscover your sense of purpose, reconnect with what is important to you and find out how to unlearn unhelpful habits and behaviours. Employing simple tools and techniques you can use each day, Be More Kid shows you how to: Enjoy a meaningful and fulfilling life Stop overthinking and build resilience in a challenging world End the conflict of putting everyone else before your own needs Rediscover the contentment, enthusiasm and zest for life you had as a child If you are ready for a new approach to your happiness, relationships and your future, Be More Kid will guide you through the journey, one step at a time.

How to Escape the Grown Up Trap and Live Life to the Full!

Be More Kid

A sadistic killer. An infamous victim. A crime that gets darker and darker... The body of a young woman is found in a London hotel room, the victim of a suspected poisoning. Called in to investigate, DI Simon Fenchurch soon discovers the case is far more sinister than he could have imagined. He should have recognised the woman at once--a teacher at a local school, her scandalous affair with a pupil has been splashed across the tabloids. As Fenchurch interrogates those closest to her, a web of suspicious connections begins to emerge. Meanwhile Fenchurch's own life is still in turmoil: his family fragmented, his baby son in intensive care, and his mentor replaced by an unsympathetic new boss. The streets of London are in chaos too, with a spate of acid attacks on seemingly random victims. Struggling to hold on to hope on both fronts, Fenchurch faces the toughest few days of his career. Can he keep his family safe and catch whoever is behind the murder before more lives are lost?

Kill with Kindness

A missing daughter. A haunted cop. A deep, dark mystery.When a young woman's body is found in a disused East London building, in the shadow of the City of London's gleaming towers, DI Simon Fenchurch takes charge but soon faces an impossible situation.The victim has no ID on her, just hard-earned cash, but there is no doubting the ferocity of the attack. As Fenchurch and his team in the Met police service try to identify her and piece together her murder, they're faced with cruel indifference at every turn. Nobody cares about yet another dead prostitute.To Fenchurch, however, she could just as easily be Chloe, his daughter still missing after ten years, whose memory still haunts him, his burning obsession having killed his marriage.But the discovery of a second body forces Fenchurch to peel back the grimy layers shrouding the London sex trade, confronting his own traumatic past while racing to undo a scheme larger, more complex and more evil than anything he could possibly have imagined.Murder is intercut with humour in this fast-paced crime whodunnit set on the gritty streets of East London.

The body of a young City lawyer is discovered on an East London building site, assaulted and brutally murdered. Initial enquiries lead DI Simon Fenchurch to a driver employed by Travis, a controversial new app-based cab company. Within days another woman—a Travis driver—is found murdered. As the body count goes up, DI Fenchurch and his colleagues on the East London Major Investigation Team delve into the crimes and unveil a murky conspiracy that some will do anything to keep hidden. When familiar faces begin to emerge from the shadows, Fenchurch realises this case is more personal than he’d thought. Could he finally be on the brink of solving the mystery that has dogged him for over a decade: who abducted his daughter, Chloe—and where is she now?

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