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Alison Bruce

    This author delves into the profound questions of the human psyche and the complexities of interpersonal relationships. Her style is known for its incisiveness and ability to portray characters with extraordinary depth. The narratives of her works often explore themes of guilt, redemption, and the search for identity in difficult life situations. Her writing invites readers to reflect on their own lives and decisions.

    The Calling
    I Did It for Us
    The Promise
    The Moment Before Impact
    The Backs
    The Silence
    • 2025
    • 2025

      Because She Looked Away

      • 288 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      The story follows detective DS Ronnie Blake, who moves to Cambridge after her sister's unexpected death to support her brother Alex and care for her young nephew, Noah. On her first day at work, she unexpectedly becomes the subject of an investigation by a special unit known as the DEAD Team, setting the stage for a gripping tale of mystery and personal turmoil.

      Because She Looked Away
    • 2023

      A complete account of James Billington and his three sons, illuminating the history of a family whose business was death

      Billington
    • 2020

      The Moment Before Impact

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading
      3.9(10)Add rating

      A brilliant new crime novel from the author of the critically acclaimed DC Gary Goodhew series set in Cambridge

      The Moment Before Impact
    • 2018

      I Did It for Us

      • 304 pages
      • 11 hours of reading
      3.7(51)Add rating

      A chilling standalone psychological thriller from the author of the critically acclaimed DC Gary Goodhew series set in Cambridge

      I Did It for Us
    • 2017
    • 2016

      'Bruce is doing for Cambridge what Colin Dexter did for Oxford with Inspector Morse' Daily Mail The promise seemed simple. The scars would last a lifetime. In a single night, Kyle Phipps's life is derailed. His relationship is over, he is denied access to his young son and everything important to him is at risk. His thoughts stumble between fear and revenge. Kyle Phipps has a choice to make. Meanwhile, after the tragic end to a previous case, DC Gary Goodhew finds himself questioning his reasons for returning to work until the badly beaten body of a homeless man is found on Market Hill. Having known the homeless man for several years Goodhew feels compelled to be part of the investigation - but routine lines of enquiry soon take a dark and unexpected turn... Suddenly the Cambridge back streets hold deadly secrets for Goodhew and the only person who has the answers is planning one final, desperate act. Praise for Cambridge Blue: 'Menacing and insidious, this is a great novel' R J Ellory 'A fast-paced gritty tale guaranteed to have you hooked from beginning to end' Cambridgeshire Pride 'A gripping tale of murder and mystery' Cambridge Style

      The Promise
    • 2014

      The Backs

      • 304 pages
      • 11 hours of reading
      4.0(19)Add rating

      From the author of Cambridge Blue comes the fifth crime thriller featuring DC Gary Goodhew.

      The Backs
    • 2013

      The latest crime thriller featuring DC Goodhew from the author of Cambridge Blue.

      The Silence
    • 2011

      The Siren

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading
      3.5(51)Add rating

      DC Gary Goodhew investigates arson, murder, and the kidnapping of a young boy in Cambridge, England.

      The Siren