Jane Isaac crafts gripping crime fiction, drawing inspiration from her life alongside a serving detective. Her novels are characterized by a realistic portrayal of police work and a deep dive into the psychological complexities of her characters. Isaac excels at building suspense and intricate plots that keep readers on the edge of their seats. Her storytelling immerses readers in the dark and compelling world of criminal investigations.
With gripping subjects and brilliantly crafted characters, this book takes readers on a suspenseful journey filled with unexpected twists. The tension builds throughout, making it a thrilling read that captivates from start to finish. Angela Marsons praises it as deserving of five stars, highlighting its compelling narrative and engaging storytelling.
Exploring the complexities of love and betrayal, the story delves into the lives of two women intertwined by a shared loss. As secrets unravel, readers are taken on a journey through grief, jealousy, and the search for identity. The narrative challenges perceptions of loyalty and highlights the emotional turmoil faced by both women, ultimately questioning who deserves compassion in the wake of tragedy.
In the suburban town of Hampton, the peaceful night air is shattered by the sound of gunfire. Outside a local pub, five are feared dead and the murderer has fled the scene. DCI Helen Lavery works alongside the counter terrorism unit to investigate. Who is behind the mass shooting? Why target this town? Meanwhile, Helen is preparing for the trial of Chilli Franks, an organized crime boss who has a grudge against her family. But when Chilli's nephew befriends her son, and suggestions are made about Chilli's involvement in the shooting, past fears clash with the present. Under the spotlight of the world's media, Helen finds herself in a race against time to solve the case, protect her family and track down the killer before they strike again. BOOKS BY JANE ISAAC DCI Helen Lavery Book 1: An Unfamiliar Murder Book 2: The Truth Will Out Book 3: A Deathly Silence Book 4: Evil Intent Book 5: In the Shadows DI Will Jackman Book 1: Before It's Too Late Book 2: Beneath the Ashes Book 3: The Lies Within
When a series of women’s bodies are discovered in the heart of rural Hamptonshire with a pentagram carved on their chests, DCI Helen Lavery is forced into a cat and mouse chase with a murderer who ultimately turns the tables and targets her.Meanwhile, she is shocked to discover that her younger son’s new best friend is the nephew of organised crime boss Chilli Franks – the man who has held a grudge against Helen’s family since her father first put him away in the 1990s.As her personal and professional lives collide, Helen finds herself in mortal danger as she races to track down the serial killer and restore safety to the streets of Hampton.
With a gripping narrative and sharp police insights, the story delves into the complexities of crime and investigation. Characters navigate a web of tension and intrigue, showcasing their expertise in law enforcement. The plot unfolds with unexpected twists that challenge both the detectives and the reader, making for an engaging exploration of the darker sides of human nature and justice.
Sometimes your enemies are closer than you think…Nicole Jameson has always been proud of her husband, Ethan. He’s built a successful career in finance, and his employers, the Harrisons, treat them like family. They’re a firm who look after their own, and even gave a loan to the company chauffeur, Conrad, to fund his pilot licence.When the two men are returning from a business trip, the worst possible thing happens – their plane crashes into the sea. No survivors are expected to be found. Nicole is heartbroken, much like Conrad’s wife, Ania. She never warmed to Nicole, but now they share a bond of grief.When evidence is found that Conrad took drugs shortly before the plane departed with him at the controls, the two women begin to wonder if all is not what it seems. But when they ask questions about events leading up to the crash, unsettling occurrences suggest it wasn’t a good idea. Sinister-looking men follow them, the Harrisons are increasingly cagey, and the women wonder if there is not more to this than a tragic accident.But are the most dangerous people the ones they have already allowed to get too close…?
Her sister's boyfriend. Her worst nightmare.On the night of her mother's wake, Ewan kisses a shocked Ruby. They both agree to pretend that the kiss never happened - in fact, according to Ewan, no one even needs to know he walked Ruby home.Because Ewan is seeing Ruby's sister, Sophie. He's been wonderful to Sophie, comforting her after her mother's murder and taking care of her little kids, too. In short, he's been the perfect boyfriend. This was just a stupid mistake.But when Ruby learns of another woman's murder close to Ewan's route home on the night of the kiss, she fears that her lie has left her sister in terrible danger.After all, how well do the sisters really know Ewan? How well do they know each other? And are they sure they know the truth about what really happened on the day their mother died?
Du denkst du kennst ihn - bis er stirbt ... Der packende Thriller über das Doppelleben eines Mannes Cameron Swift ist ein respektabler Geschäftsmann und Familienvater - unauffällig, freundlich, genau wie alle anderen. Bis er vor seinem eigenen Haus kaltblütig erschossen wird. Zurück lässt er seine Partnerin Monika und zwei Söhne. Niemand kann sich erklären, warum ausgerechnet Cameron das Opfer eines Gewaltverbrechens werden sollte, und Family Liaison Officer DC Beth Chamberlain steht vor einem Rätsel. Dann erhält sie einen Anruf von Sara, die behauptet, die Mutter von Camerons Töchtern zu sein und seit sieben Jahre eine Beziehung mit ihm zu führen. Schnell stellt sich heraus, dass Cameron ein doppeltes Spiel getrieben hat und er noch mehr Geheimnisse hinter seiner respektablen Fassade versteckte. Auf der Suche nach der Warheit, verstricken sich die drei Frauen in einem Netz aus Lügen, das sie in höchste Gefahr bringt ... Erste Leser: innenstimmen "Voller spannender Geheimnisse und Wendungen - sehr empfehlenswerter Thriller!" "Man weiß irgendwann selbst nicht mehr was man glauben soll ..." "fesselnd und unvorhersehbar bis zum Schluss" "Eines meiner absoluten Thriller-Highlights, so spannend!" "Packende Ermittlungen und authentische Charaktere - ein Krimithriller der Extraklasse."
Když je v polorozpadlé továrně nalezeno zohavené tělo policistky, hamptonshirská policie je v šoku. Detektiv šéfinspektorka Helen Laveryová se po vynucené pauze vrací do práce a okamžitě se vrhá do vyšetřování případu, jaký ještě nezažila. Šlo o náhodný útok, nebo se někdo zaměřuje přímo na policisty? Byla to práce organizované zločinecké skupiny, nebo jediného zabijáka? Helen se blíží k šokující pravdě a nikomu už nevěří. Čelí totiž zvrácenému vrahovi, který je ochoten zajít mnohem dál než kdokoli jiný.
Minulost je blíž, než si myslíte. Druhý případ Helen Laveryové. „V domě někdo je“ To jsou poslední slova, která Naomi řekne své nejlepší kamarádce Evě při skypovém rozhovoru. Vyděšená Eva pak už slyší jen tlumené rány a na obrazovce vidí nezřetelné pohyby. Mladá žena hned zavolá pohotovost, ale je pozdě. Vyšetřování vraždy se ujímá šéfinspektorka Helen Laveryová a její tým. Nemají žádná vodítka, nemají žádné svědky. A teror pokračuje. Někdo teď jde po Evě i po samotné Helen. Síť se pomalu stahuje. Unikne Helen vlastním démonům? A dokáže pomoct Evě, aby utekla těm svým?
