Jill McGown was a British author of mystery novels celebrated for her compelling narratives. Her works delved into the psychological depths of her characters and intricate plots, ensuring readers remained captivated until the very end. McGown's style was characterized by meticulous atmospheric building and a keen attention to detail, offering readers an immersive literary experience. She masterfully blended suspense with well-developed characters, earning acclaim within the mystery genre.
February 13th: what seemed like Wilma Fenton's lucky night, when she scooped her biggest-ever win at bingo, turned out to be the night she died at the hands of someone lurking in the dimly-lit alleyway leading to her flat
Three intriguing murder mysteries in one volume
The 7th Lloyd and Hill mystery. Lying in the glare of the police arc-light was the body of a 15-year-old schoolgirl, beaten, strangled and possibly raped. For Hill and Lloyd this is the start of a harrowing police enquiry. One that will produce suspects and motives but no witnesses.
A young woman is found murdered in a small English town, while the main suspect has spent the night drinking, and denies any involvement. It looks like an easily solved case for Detective Inspector Lloyd and Sergeant Judy Hill, but it soon proves more complex than they originally thought.
Set against a festive backdrop, this murder mystery unfolds with a gripping plot that invites readers to unravel a complex crime. The story intricately weaves together suspense and holiday cheer, showcasing Jill McGown's signature storytelling style. As characters navigate the chilling atmosphere, they confront secrets and motives, leading to unexpected twists. This seasonal tale promises to captivate fans of the genre with its blend of intrigue and seasonal charm.
Newly promoted Detective Inspector Judy Hill and Detective Chief Inspector Lloyd investigate the complicated romantic lives of Mrs. Austin and Mrs. Beale, two women who were recently murdered. Reprint. K.
When a couple are found dead in their fume-filled car, there are few who doubt that they have commited suicide. However, DCI Lloyd goes out on an insubstantial limb to treat their deaths as suspicious. As the body count rises, Lloyd finds himself looking for a murderer everyone else believes dead.
Ein Weihnachtskrimi
In den Öfen prasseln die Holzscheite, draußen wirbeln dicke Schneeflocken − die Bewohner des englischen Örtchens Byford freuen sich auf besinnliche Festtage. Doch mit der Besinnlichkeit ist es nicht weit her: Der heftige Schneefall droht das Dorf von der Außenwelt abzuschneiden und dann versetzt auch noch die Nachricht von einem Mord im Pfarrhaus die Gemeinde in Angst und Schrecken. Ein Mann wurde erschlagen aufgefunden, die Tatwaffe: ein Schürhaken. Bei dem Opfer handelt es sich um den Schwiegersohn des Pfarrers George Wheeler. Aber weder der Pfarrer noch dessen Frau Marian oder Tochter Joanna wirken sonderlich traurig angesichts ihres Verlusts. Für den ermittelnden Chief Inspector Lloyd und seine Partnerin Sergeant Judy Hill ein kniffliger Fall, denn das Mordopfer war ein gewalttätiger Tyrann, und alle in der Familie scheinen ein Motiv zu haben. Doch wer wäre tatsächlich so kaltblütig? Diese wunderbare Weihnachtswiederentdeckung ist zugleich eine stimmungsvolle Hommage an das Goldene Zeitalter des britischen Kriminalromans.
