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Her life ended in fire. Her story is buried in ashes. When Danute Zukas, a young Lithuanian woman, is found beaten and burned in a Wiltshire ditch, the horrific crime is left unsolved. Years later, Gus Freeman’s Crime Review Team takes on the cold case, determined to uncover the truth. As they dig deeper, the team stumbles upon unsettling connections—human trafficking networks, lost connections with her family, and whispers of a cult shrouded in secrecy. The original crime scene is missing, the suspects are elusive, and the motives are as twisted as the paths they follow. Can Gus Freeman’s team piece together the fragments of a forgotten life, or will Danute’s story remain buried forever? Into the Sunlight is an unforgettable cold-case thriller that shines a light on the darkest corners of human nature.                                                                                                       Praise for Into the Sunlight: ? Hard to put down but so easy to read. ? A superb story. ? The author's technique of raw, magnetic characters and great plotlines is a gift. ? If you want an excellent police drama series to follow Ted Taylor is the man for you. ? Escapism at its best.

Caught between loyalty and survival in the dark side of Hollywood. Acid Vanilla, the deadly assassin, must navigate the glitzy yet treacherous world of Hollywood. Now part of her half-brother Darius's elite organization, Kancel Kulture, Acid struggles to adapt to their new focus on the entertainment industry's dirty secrets. When a high-profile hit goes sideways, Acid's methods are questioned, and her place in the organization becomes uncertain. Meanwhile, her former partner Spook Horowitz embarks on her own journey as an assassin, haunted by Acid's betrayal. With a game-changing contract on the line and trust in short supply, Acid must prove her worth or risk becoming expendable to the only family she has left. Loyalties tested and dark choices ahead in this gripping episode of the stunning Acid Vanilla series. ___________________________________________________Praise for the Acid Vanilla series:? Bold, Bolshy and Brilliant!? plots and inner plots kept me glued to my Kindle. ? Grabs you in the first chapter and doesn’t let go until the last page. ? Superb characters and a great plot cleverly written. ? …fast paced … keeps you rushing to turn pages. ? …a non-stop rolling plot that defies rational thinking. ? Great thriller with a fantastic action heroine. ? Acid Vanilla is a serial adrenalin rush. Kept me turning the pages.

A cold case. A deadly secret. The search for answers begins. In May 2015, Mark Malone, a much-loved pet shop owner, was shot dead in cold blood. The case went unsolved, leaving his community shattered and his murder shrouded in mystery. Years later, Detective Gus Freeman and his Crime Review Team reopen the investigation, determined to bring his killer to justice. Their search reveals a web of lies, illegal dealings and a dangerous link to Ricky Gardiner—a man at the centre of a string of violent crimes. With the truth buried under layers of deceit, Gus and his team must piece together the puzzle before the truth is lost forever. Barking Mad, the sixth book in the Freeman Files series, is a gripping tale of betrayal, danger, and the relentless pursuit of justice. Praise for Barking Mad: ? Brilliantly written. ? A definite attention grabber. ? Highly recommended. ? An exciting read. ? Well-crafted as always.

A journalist’s exposé. A young man’s murder. And a truth no one is ready for. When retired journalist Sid Selman’s exposé rips the lid off a hidden world of prostitution and domestic slavery, the town’s sinister secrets begin to unravel. Corruption runs deep, but the county police have long turned a blind eye. As Detective Gus Freeman takes over the investigation, the case is clouded by red herrings and misplaced suspicions, leading him down treacherous paths. Meanwhile, the murder of Matt Archer at Blades Farm appears unrelated at first—but the two investigations are connected in ways Gus never expected. With the stakes higher than ever, Gus must untangle a web of lies and deceit, revealing a truth far darker than anyone imagined. Red Herring Season is a gripping cold-case mystery where corruption, murder and betrayal collide.                                                                                                                       Praise for Red Herring Season: ? Excellent. ? Difficult to put down. ? A magnificent plot that kept this reader turning the pages. ? A great suspenseful novel. ? I loved the way it was all brought together and finalised.

In the shadows of Wiltshire, a dark truth waits to be uncovered. Marion Reeves seemed to lead an ordinary life until her brutal murder in 2011. Stabbed in her car on a busy industrial estate, her case baffled detectives and was left unsolved. Years later, Gus Freeman and his team are determined to find the truth. As they follow the trail, they uncover startling revelations about Marion’s double life—a history of troubled relationships, a blackmail plot, and ties to a shadowy group known for its dangerous and scandalous exploits. Missing money and gaps in the evidence deepen the mystery, leading the team into a labyrinth of lies, betrayal, and unanswered questions. Was Marion silenced to protect a dark secret, or was her death a tragic consequence of a dangerous liaison? Strange Beginnings is a chilling cold-case mystery that explores hidden lives, dark secrets and the relentless pursuit of justice.                                                                                                               Praise for Strange Beginnings: ? Wonderfully written. ? This book was exceptional, with a great ending that I couldn’t see coming. ? You’ll never want to put it down. ? Excellent. ? What a story.

He thought he'd left his life as a detective behind. But the past has a deadly way of catching up. Three years after losing his wife, retired DI Gus Freeman is drawn back into the force to lead a new cold case unit. His first investigation: the brutal murder of Daphne Tolliver, a widow killed during her morning walk through the seemingly peaceful Wiltshire woods. As Freeman and his team peel back layers of small-town secrets, they discover a web of hidden relationships and festering grudges. But the deeper they dig, the more dangerous their investigation becomes. With the killer still at large and watching their every move, Freeman must confront not only a cunning adversary but the demons of his own past—before another life is claimed. In this picturesque town, every silence has a story—and not everyone wants the truth revealed. Praise for the Freeman Files Series? This book is full of mystery and intrigue. I really enjoyed reading it? If Tayler writes it, I read it. ? This author is not just a writer but a great storyteller. ? A magnificent story that kept this reader turning the pages. ? I look forward to reading other cases for Freeman. ? I already know that I will be reading all 20 in this series!!? Carefully crafted procedural with quirky characters.

A double murder haunts a city—and one man pursues the solution. The brutal murders of John Crees and Mandy Howard shattered the peace of Salisbury, but the case has remained unsolved for years. Now, Detective Gus Freeman, who once served in the city, has returned to uncover the truth. But as Freeman digs deeper, he faces mounting resistance from those with a vested interest in keeping the past buried. With a new murder complicating matters, Freeman races against time to expose a dangerous conspiracy before more lives are lost. Gathering Clouds is a chilling cold-case mystery where the search for justice uncovers a truth far darker than anyone anticipated.                                                                                                         Praise for Gathering Clouds: ? Excellent. ? Both thrilling and intriguing, all the way to the end. ? You never know what's going to happen when Gus and his team are on the case. ? Sometimes you have to put the book down, just to take a breath. ? Another excellent story in this excellent series and Gus Freeman solves another twisty cold case.

What lies beneath the surface of an ordinary November night? In November 2016, Richard Chaloner’s life was brutally cut short. A respected garage owner and newlywed, he was gunned down in what appeared to be a tragic robbery. The case went cold, leaving unanswered questions and a killer still at large. Now, years later, Gus Freeman and his Crime Review Team are reopening the case, determined to uncover the truth. As they follow a trail of buried secrets and simmering vendettas, they unearth a chilling realisation: Chaloner wasn’t the only victim. Can the team stop a killer before they strike again? A Normal November is a heart-pounding mystery that keeps you guessing until the very last page.                                                                                                 Praise for A Normal November: ? A great read. ? Loved this story. ? Taylor takes the reader right along for the journey, feeling as though you're in the midst of it all. ? Excellently written as always. ? Another story with a good twist.

A family’s darkest secrets. A syndicate’s grip. And one murder that ties them all together. Millie Clark’s brutal murder has remained unsolved for years, but Detective Gus Freeman is determined to uncover the truth. As he and his team dig deeper into the case, they uncover unsettling links to a Bristol drugs syndicate, a tangled web of family secrets and the possibility of a police cover-up. With each new lead, hidden motives and long-held grudges emerge, forcing Gus and his team to question everything they thought they knew. As the stakes grow higher, they must risk it all to uncover the truth and finally bring justice to Millie. Quick to Anger is a chilling cold-case mystery where nothing is as it seems, and every suspect is hiding something.                                                                                         Praise for Quick To Anger: ? A brilliant read. ? Simply brilliant. ? An engrossing read. ? One of the best in the series! ? Very well written, hard to put down.

One bullet, countless secrets, and a formula that could destroy everything. Fourteen years ago, brilliant research scientist Dr. Ian McGuire was murdered in his home with a single shotgun blast. The investigation stalled with no leads, no suspects, and no motive. Now Detective Gus Freeman and his team are uncovering the shocking truth behind McGuire’s death. At the heart of the case lies a formula for a powerful drug, stolen from McGuire’s lab and linked to a series of overdoses—and murder. As Gus digs deeper, the investigation collides with the unsolved murder of Terry Davis, a former officer silenced to protect dangerous secrets. When one of Gus’s team is kidnapped, the investigation explodes into a fight for survival, uncovering a network of corruption that threatens to destroy everything they’ve worked for. With his life on the line, Gus relies on calm deduction and careful procedure to untangle a web of lies, revenge, and betrayal. Deadly Formula, the fourth instalment in the Freeman Files series, is a gripping cold-case mystery where every clue reveals darker truths, and justice comes at a dangerous price. Praise for Deadly Formula: ? I found a new favorite author. Fast. ? With plot twists, surprises, suspense and danger, I was hooked from the first page. ? Totally enjoyed. ? I really appreciate the mature and tasteful way this series is put together. ? Can hardly wait for the next book.

Gresham’s toughest case yet…Carlos puts in his 40 hours a week, pays his taxes and loves his family. But when his daughter gets sick and the only treatment that will save her is far beyond his means, he does the only thing he can think of. He robs banks. The money comes in, but so does unwanted help from the criminal underworld and soon it’s all out of control. Facing armed robbery charges and a prosecution lawyer who wants to stick a needle in his arm and watch him die, Carlos turns to Michael Gresham. Gresham’s first target is the prosecution. She plays ruthless, but he knows there’s a dark secret somewhere beneath that façade. Bank robberies, courtroom drama and unexpected turns fill this page-turning legal thriller from million-selling John Ellsworth. _________________________________________________________________What they said about the Michael Gresham thrillers:5.0 out of 5 stars  - I didn’t want this book to end. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Wow! This book just doesn't slow down! Once you start reading, be sure you have time because you're going for a roller coaster ride. 5.0 out of 5 stars - This book has so many twists and turns I got car sick reading it. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Kept me reading long into the night5.0 out of 5 stars - I could not put this book down. It has so many twists, turns and curves that even if you thought you knew what was going on, you would be wrong. 5.0 out of 5 stars stars  - Captivating from page one.

When corruption runs deep, Rex Dalton will stop at nothing to shatter a drugs empire. On a critical mission to Afghanistan to investigate the opium trade, Rex Dalton stumbles across spine-chilling deceit and corruption that snakes through the highest echelons of power in Afghanistan, America, and Europe. When urgent requests to his superiors to eradicate the drug empire fall on deaf ears, Dalton, with his military dog, Digger, at his side, takes matters into his own hands, stirring up a hornet's nest so deadly that even he, one of the world’s most lethal assassins, might not survive. Dalton and Digger’s fight for justice began in The Fulcrum, the prequel to the Rex Dalton K9 Thrillers series, where their partnership was forged in blood and betrayal. Now, in The Power of Three, the battle continues—deadlier than ever. The Power of Three is the pulse-pounding first installment in JC Ryan’s electrifying Rex Dalton K9 Thrillers series. _____________________________________________________________Praise for The Power of Three:? A tour de force! Dog and human come together!? Wow! Read this book from start to finish - amazing! I want more. ? Great start to a new series. I love the dog. ? This book has everything I want in a great thriller, and it will keep you up most of the night. ? ANOTHER AWESOME READ!!

Attorney Michael Gresham has a new go-to person. Her name is Annie and she's twelve. Annie is a savant. She can look at you and, like her idol, Sherlock Holmes, tell you where you're from, whether or not you're happily married, and where you went to school. But now she must use her skills to discover who murdered her entire family, because it looks like the killer was actually looking for her. Annie must profile the killer before he kills her. It will take all of her brilliance and all of the lawyering skills of Michael Gresham. But will even that be enough? At the last minute, Annie spins out an entire universe of killers and leads Michael Gresham to their door. Now the door must be opened. _____________________________________________________________A page-turning legal thriller from three-million-selling John Ellsworth_____________________________________________________________What they said about the Michael Gresham thrillers:5.0 out of 5 stars  - I didn’t want this book to end. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Wow! This book just doesn't slow down! Once you start reading, be sure you have time because you're going for a roller coaster ride. 5.0 out of 5 stars - This book has so many twists and turns I got car sick reading it. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Kept me reading long into the night5.0 out of 5 stars - I could not put this book down. It has so many twists, turns and curves that even if you thought you knew what was going on, you would be wrong. 5.0 out of 5 stars stars  - Captivating from page one.

In the heart of the Andes, an archaeological dream is threatened by a sinister plot. When former black ops field agent Rex Dalton and his trusty K9 companion, Digger, form an unexpected friendship with a retired American couple, they are invited to join an expedition to a secluded village nestled high in the Andes Mountains. The couple's intention to invest in the archaeological site there appears to be a promising venture, but all is not what it seems. Dalton’s instincts quickly uncover a sinister con targeting his new friends, and the masterminds behind this elaborate scheme prove they will go to any lengths to protect their interests. He and Digger are caught in the crosshairs of a dangerous game. With the stakes rising, Rex must use his cunning to outmaneuver his adversaries and bring justice to the deserving before it’s too late. The Inca Con is the pulse-pounding fourth instalment in JC Ryan’s electrifying Rex Dalton K9 Thrillers series. ____________________________________________________________________Praise for The Inca Con:? Rex and Digger surpass themselves yet again!!!? Great story, creatively written with wonderful characters and interesting environments will keep you reading long into the night. ? I love all of J C Ryan books. They are written with intelligence and style that we like very much. ? This is an excellent book about greed, deception, murder and salvation. The plot is well done. The book is full of action and emotions. ? Exciting, interesting, keeps you wanting to turn just ONE more page. I highly recommend this book; you won't regret it!!!

When a beautiful woman breaches Rex Dalton’s defences, he will stop at nothing to save her. Ex-military operative Rex Dalton's quest for a new identity in Thailand takes a treacherous turn when his captivating language teacher, Sunstra, disappears during a catastrophic tsunami. As Rex and his loyal K9 companion Digger race against time to rescue her from ruthless kidnappers demanding a ransom of her father's land, they must navigate treacherous family dynamics and confront shadows from Rex's past. With time running out and Sunstra's life hanging in the balance, Rex is forced to face his own demons as he races to uncover the truth behind her abduction. Sideswiped is the pulse-pounding third installment in JC Ryan’s electrifying Rex Dalton K9 Thrillers series. ____________________________________________________________________Praise for Sideswiped:? This author only writes great books!? This book had a lot of twist and turns. It was a fast paced action filled thrill ride from start to finish. ? I enjoy the dog, who is the comic to the hero's straight man. The dog is the top banana, and knows it? These books keep you on the edge of your seat. I haven't found books this good in a while. Wonderful!!? This is an excellent book about corruption, kidnapping and emotional attachment. The characters are interesting and believable. The ending is well done.

When an office cleaner steals candy from a bowl on a general's desk, it changes the course of history. The President of the People's Republic of China dies while in office. A heart attack is the official cause of death. Three days later, the Politburo announces the name of the new President. Eight months later, the CIA disguising expert who helped Rex Dalton on his last mission in China is killed in her home in Virginia. The next day, Josh Farley and his wife, Marissa, are abducted, and Rex is running out of time to save them. Then in Beijing, an office cleaner steals candy from a bowl on a general's desk.  Two weeks later, Rex Dalton and his team help a defector escape from China, and the world is heading for war. HOLES IN THE WALL is a full-length novel, a nail-biting thriller by best-selling author JC Ryan. It is the thirteenth book in the electrifying Rex Dalton series and the sequel to The Shanghai Strain.