Alex North Books

If you leave a door half-open, soon you'll hear the whispers spoken . . . Still devastated after the loss of his wife, Tom Kennedy and his young son Jake move to the sleepy village of Featherbank, looking for a fresh start. But Featherbank has a dark past. Fifteen years ago a twisted serial killer abducted and murdered five young boys. Until he was finally caught, the killer was known as 'The Whisper Man'. Of course, an old crime need not trouble Tom and Jake as they try to settle in to their new home. Except that now another boy has gone missing. And then Jake begins acting strangely. He says he hears a whispering at his window . . .

The story centers on Dan Garvie, who is haunted by a childhood incident involving a notorious serial killer. Now a criminal psychiatrist, he grapples with the darkness of human behavior while confronting his past when his father goes missing. Returning to his childhood island, he discovers a body linked to the killer, presenting a chance for redemption or a perilous trap. Themes of guilt, the nature of monstrosity, and the quest for closure intertwine in this gripping narrative.

If it had happened to you, you would have run away too. Twenty-five years ago, Paul's friend Charlie Crabtree brutally killed their classmate - and then vanished without a trace. Paul's never forgiven himself for his part in what happened. He's never gone back home. Until his elderly mother has a fall. It's finally time to stop running. It's not long before things start to go wrong. His mother claims there's someone in the house. Paul realises someone is following him. And, in a town many miles away, a copycat killer has struck. Which makes him wonder - what really happened to Charlie the day of the murder? And can anyone stop it happening again?

Katie always looked after her beloved younger brother Chris - until she left him alone for one selfish afternoon, and their picture-perfect family fell apart. Although Chris survived the attack, the scars ran deeper than the ones left across his face. Now they're adults, and they haven't spoken in years. Then she gets a call, from Detective Laurence Page. Page is facing an unusually disturbing crime scene. Alan Hobbes, a distinguished and wealthy philosophy professor, has been brutally murdered. Hobbes was living in a sprawling mansion - but one that remains half-ruined by a decades-old fire, wind and rain howling through the gaping, creaking roof. Page only has one suspect: Chris, caught on CCTV at the house. But he has plenty of questions. What could cause a man as wealthy as Hobbes not to repair his home? Why did he seem to know his death was coming, yet do nothing to stop it? And why was he obsessed with a legendary local serial killer? But Katie only has one thing on her mind. She knows this is her last, best chance to finally save her brother, and make up for her negligence all those years ago. But she can't possibly imagine just how much danger he's in..

The investigation begins with DI Andrew Hicks focusing on a possessive ex-husband as the prime suspect in a brutal murder. However, the discovery of a second victim forces him to reconsider his initial assumptions. As the body count rises, Hicks uncovers the chilling reality of a serial killer who thrives on chaos. Amidst the escalating danger, he must confront his own personal demons while racing against time to bring the murderer to justice.

The story intertwines the grief of Neil Dawson, who uncovers a hidden mystery linked to his father's suicide through an old novel, and Detective Hannah Price, who grapples with her own loss while investigating the case. As Neil delves deeper into the novel, he uncovers a web of danger and deception, while Hannah's assignment forces her to confront her past and a devastating secret. Together, their journeys reveal connections that challenge their understanding of loss and truth.

Set against a chilling backdrop, the story revolves around a sadistic killer who targets couples, exploiting their love to force them into a deadly game. As he stalks and tortures them, the tension escalates, challenging their bonds and testing their wills. The harrowing choices they face lead to inevitable tragedy—one partner will die at the hands of the other, unraveling the very essence of their relationship. This psychological thriller delves into the dark complexities of love and survival under extreme duress.

The story revolves around a chilling crime scene where a woman is found held captive, leading to the discovery of more victims linked to the infamous Red River Killer, who has eluded capture for two decades. As Detective Di Will Turner spearheads the investigation, the urgency escalates to prevent the killer from claiming another victim. The narrative combines suspense with a relentless pursuit of justice, highlighting the dangers lurking in seemingly safe suburban areas.

Detective David Groves is haunted by the unresolved murder of his son, receiving annual birthday cards from a child he buried years ago. This year, a card reveals a chilling message: someone knows who killed him. Concurrently, a woman returns from a fatal car accident, sharing a horrifying tale of her experiences. As Groves delves into these intertwined mysteries, he must confront dangerous individuals and navigate a path through hell to uncover the truth behind both tragedies.