Review: Miracle on Cherry Hill

Miracle on Cherry Hill by Sun-mi Hwang
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I liked this story. It was quite different to what I normally read.

Kang goes back to his childhood area after being diagnosed with brain cancer. The neighbours aren’t making it easy for him.

Who owns Cherry Hill?

Kinda reminded me of reading fables years ago. I liked it.

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Review: Tibble and Grandpa

Tibble and Grandpa by Wendy Meddour
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow what a story.

Granda misses granny a lot. Tibble wants to talk to Granda but he’s not replying. When they start talking it leads them to talk about missing grandma.

Ideal book for any kid that’s lost their grandma. It may help them understand.

A beautiful illustrated story. Be warned it may not be for everyone.

This book reminds me of the day my partners mum died. We took his dad back to our house as we didn’t want to leave him alone. I had a sleepover arranged at a friends house for my kids if they got too much for him. My youngest son who was little at the time went up to Granda and handed him some wrestling cards. They chatted for ages.I realised then the best thing for Granda was to have kids around him.

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Review: Winter's Awakening

Winter's Awakening by Georgia Lyn Hunter
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is book two of Warlords of Empyrea.

Now usually I’d steer clear of books in this genre but as I took a chance on book one and enjoyed it I couldn’t resist reading this one.

I was captivated from start to finish.
Brenna and Seb what have you done to me!!!

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Review: Darkness Undone

Darkness Undone by Georgia Lyn Hunter
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I’m not even sure why I read this as I don’t read fantasy but I really enjoyed it.

Reynner and Eve. My curiosity was piqued with these two.

I’ll admit I did have to look up words I didn’t understand through no fault of the author as this is a genre I don’t normally read.

Well done to the author in capturing my attention and holding it throughout. I wouldn’t say this is a genre I will read loads of but this author has such a way of storytelling that I’m gonna read more from her.

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Review: Chaos Remains

Chaos Remains by Anne Malcom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is book four in the Greenstone Security series. These are so good I highly recommend you start from book one and get stuck in.

Although this is a slow burn I think this pulled out more emotions than
the other books in the series.

Elena and Lance. Wow you sure had me on the edge of my seat.

Fantastic read that I couldn’t read fast enough yet at the same time I didn’t want it to finish. So so good. Read the Greenstone Security now.

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Review: The Problem with Peace

The Problem with Peace by Anne Malcom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I’m on a roll with this series. This is book three in the Greenstone Security series. Although they could be read as a standalone don’t do it. Binge them all as they are so so good.

Now we read Polly and Heaths story. I’m saying nothing about the storyline.This is an epic beautifully written story that pulled on my emotions. Brilliant twists and turns that had me in a spin.

I was mentally high fiving the author with this gem. I cannot praise this book highly enough. Jump in :)

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Review: Shield

Shield by Anne Malcom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is book two in the Greenstone Security series. I highly recommend you read Still Waters before reading this one.

This is Rosies story who is friends with Lucy that we read about in book one. She’s a strong fiesta character that I couldn’t get enough of.
Luke is a fantastic character, really likeable.

This is a brilliant read. I felt the author pulled me through the wringer with this one and I loved every minute of it. Can’t wait to jump into book three.

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Review: Still Waters

Still Waters by Anne Malcom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Book one in the Greenstone Security series.

Lucy is a great likeable character. She has been through a lot and she is trying to move on.
Keltan (fab name) is another great character. The chemistry between these two is hot.

A must read. Can’t wait to read more of this series.

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Review: One Day in Winter

One Day in Winter by Shari Low
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Don’t think I’ve read a book set in one day and this was a great read.

Four characters tell their stories - Caro, Lila, Cammy and Bernadette.

Likeable characters apart from one!!

I really enjoyed this story and thought the ending was fitting to the story.

A clever interesting storyline that kept me going back for more. I’ll definitely be reading more from this author in the future.

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Drunk Me - new release

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DRUNK ME, Southern Dreams: Oregon Coast, Book 1 by Courtney Lynn Rose 

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🥃BLURB🥃

🥃Aisling

Ten years.

Ten years after the heartbreak of a lifetime.

Ten years since I lost my mind and made a complete ass out of myself.

Ten years since I left home and didn’t look back.

But only five years since I got sober.

Now, Momma’s sick and I’ve got to go back to the one place I swore I’d never set foot again—Home.

A lot has changed though. I’ve changed. I’m not the broken hearted twenty-one-year-old, drunken slob they all remember.

Funny enough, my ex is still a cheating asshole, but his best friend Robert, who’ve I know since we were toddlers…is all types of sexy lawman.

But sobriety is a bitch when you have to face your demons. Robert and I have a past of our own, and the longer I’m in town, the longer I want to jump off the wagon and get drunk on him…because he’s better than an liquor I’ve ever tasted.

Too bad booze and men are a lot alike in my world—both lose you at the bottom of the bottle, and it’s never a good experience.

🥃Robert

Ten years.

Ten years since I watched my best friend break the most beautiful girl’s heart.

Ten years since I stood by and let her spiral out of control.

Ten years since I helped her drunken ass run from this shore town to save her sanity.

But only five years since I got sober.

I’d only loved two girls in my life. One I helped run, the other I buried. I washed my hands five years ago of love and booze, and I haven’t been keen to go back to either.

As the sheriff of my small beach town, I unfortunately know everything about everyone. Which is why I should’ve been prepared for her to come back to town when her momma got sick.

But Aisling’s presence after ten years still hit me like a punch in the nuts, and now I can’t breath. She’d never loved me, not even as kids. My best friend not loving her was what drove her out of town, but now that she’s back, I’m not giving him the opportunity to hurt her twice.

We may have a past this town doesn’t know about, but I’m going to do what I should’ve done ten years ago—show her my kiss is way better than the bottle.

This town may have other plans, because as much as I want her, when shit hits the fan, I don’t know if I can risk my own sobriety to make sure she keeps hers.

MY REVIEW

This was a brilliant read that once I started I had to finish it which ended with me staying up till the wee hours but so worth it.

Aisling fled her hometown but after a phone call from her mum she’s back after ten years. 

Robert is a good kind guy who has held a torch for Aisling since they were little.

Can Robert with his own demons help Aisling through this rough time?

I couldn’t read this fast enough. There are parts I didn’t realise I was holding my breath til a whoosh came out of me. I had goosebumps reading other parts.

Excellent read. Can’t wait to read more from this author.

Review: Aries

Aries by Gemma James
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oohhh what a fabulous start to this series. Certainly not what I expect but then again I’ve learnt to expect the unexpected from this author.

Twelve men. A virgin queen. One arranged marriage.

Novalee is a fabulous sassy and courageous character. I’m looking forward to seeing more of her sassiness in the future books.

I’m so looking forward to reading more of the Zodiac Brotherhood.

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Review: Cruel Boy

Cruel Boy by Clarissa Wild
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’ve read quite a few of this authors books and loved them so I was super excited to read her newest release.

Cruel Boy is Nate. Something happens that changes him completely. Then Sam appears. Nate is an ass but I still liked him. Sam is amazing. She gave as good as she got.

This is a well written bully romance that I inhaled in one sitting. I couldn’t put it down. I hope this author is busy storing more gems like this.

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Review: Drunk Me

Drunk Me by Courtney Lynn Rose
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a brilliant read that once I started I had to finish it which ended with me staying up till the wee hours but so worth it.

Aisling fled her hometown but after a phone call from her mum she’s back after ten years.

Robert is a good kind guy who has held a torch for Aisling since they were little.

Can Robert with his own demons help Aisling through this rough time?

I couldn’t read this fast enough. There are parts I didn’t realise I was holding my breath til a whoosh came out of me. I had goosebumps reading other parts.
Excellent read. Can’t wait to read more from this author.

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Review: Pride: Lavinia Urbans Seven deadly Sins Series

Pride: Lavinia Urbans Seven deadly Sins Series by Stacy McWilliams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My first and certainly not my last read from this author.

Hunter is trying to leave his past behind him. When he meets Savannah he believes she is too good for him but he can’t resist.


These are two lovely characters that I liked straight away.

A lovely story that I couldn’t resist but read in one sitting. I’m looking forward to reading more from this author in the future.
Lavinia would be proud of you x

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Review: Finally Fallen: The Serendipity Trilogy Book Three

Finally Fallen: The Serendipity Trilogy Book Three by Zoey Derrick
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is book three in The Serendipity Trilogy series. Book one Unexpected Desires and book two Suddenly Fallen is a must read before this one.

I’m stumped with how to write this review. I don’t want to spoil it for anyone. It’s an amazing read/series that I couldn’t read fast enough.

I really liked the conclusion to this series. Zoey has her own unique way with words that I can’t seem to get enough of. I’m looking forward to reading more from her in the future.

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Review: Suddenly Falling: The Serendipity Trilogy Book Two

Suddenly Falling: The Serendipity Trilogy Book Two by Zoey Derrick
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is book two in The Serendipity Trilogy series. Book one Unexpected Desires is a must read before this one.

This picks up from where book one ended. Keenan, Bodie and Rivers story continues. The fast past continues throughout throwing you on an emotional rollercoaster.

Can’t wait to read book three.

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Review: Izzys Magical Football Adventure

Izzys Magical Football Adventure by Larkin Emma
My rating: 0 of 5 stars

Izzy lives in the countryside and spends a lot of time playing Gaelic football with her three brothers Patrick, David and Robert.

This is a story of following your dreams. It shows that no matter who you are you can achieve what you really want.

This is a lovely story of Izzy and her magical adventure. I really liked this story. Gives a little insight into Gaelic football.

I loved this story. I’ll be reading it with my grandson and showing him what Gaelic football is.
Great read.

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Review: Unexpected Desires: The Serendipity Trilogy Book One

Unexpected Desires: The Serendipity Trilogy Book One by Zoey Derrick
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

It’s been a while since I read anything by this author so I was super excited to read her new series. I wasn’t disappointed.

This is book one of The Serendipity Trilogy. We get to read of characters we’ve met before and also get some new characters. The chemistry is so hot.

If you like MMF then you’ll love this story. The characters are likeable and I loved the storyline.

Zoey Derrick is back and this book was so worth waiting for. Thankfully after that ending book two is waiting for me to jump into.

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Noble Savages - new release

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Title: Noble Savages

A Dark High School Bully Romance Box Set

Authors: Natalie Bennett, Nicole Cypher,

Rina Kent, Logan Fox & Esme Devlin

Genre: Dark High School Bully Romance

Release Date: September 26, 2019

BLURB

Cruel. Brutal. Vicious. Lawless. Merciless.

Maybe you’re the new girl.

Maybe you’ve always had it coming.

Maybe you were just in the wrong place at the wrong time.

Either way, you’re about to become the victim.

You’re about to bow, break, and bend the knee. You’re about to kneel at my feet.

I’ll destroy your credibility.

I’ll do whatever it takes to keep you by my side.

I’ll make you learn the hard way there is only one way out.

And when all is said and done, I’ll leave you begging for me to do it again...

Five possessive, controlling bullies. 

Five strong, spirited heroines. 

Welcome to their Savage Kingdom.

Noble Savages by Natalie Bennett, Nicole Cypher, Esme Devlin, Logan Fox and Rina Kent is a five books dark high school romance boxset.

All standalone. 

All full length. 

No cliffhangers. 

All the angst, the steam, and HEA you've been looking for.

MY REVIEW

Wow what an awesome anthology.  Five full length bully romance novels. So so good. 

Lawless Kingdom by Natalie Bennett

This is a brilliant read. Different to what I’m use to from this author but still a great read. 

Rhiannon is a very likeable character from the start.  As soon as Judah was introduced I knew he was going to be trouble.  Big trouble.

Absolutely loved this story. I’m hoping it’s the start of a series from this author.

Vicious Knight by Nicole Cypher

My first and not my last read by this author.

Bullying is rife in this story. 

Popular Cam wants to destroy Eden after she sees something she isn’t meant to. 

Cam is a vicious bully that will do anything to ruin her. 

If your looking for a well written bully story the I recommend this one.

Cruel King- Rina Kent

This is a new to me author. I can’t wait to read more from her as I loved this story. 

This is a brilliant read. Great storyline based around Levi and Astrid. The twists and turns had me on the edge of my seat. 

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Review: Ride or Die

Ride or Die by Kay Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I recommend you read Pedal to the Metal before you read this one. Ride or Die is book two in the Savage Menaces MC series.

Buster and Calis story gave me all the feels. They were young love until Buster broke her heart. Now they’ve got a second chance

I didn’t want to put this down. Great read. Can’t wait to read more from this author.

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Dying to Tell blurb

As the only survivor of a horrific car crash, Lila Amberson believes she is on the road to recovery after she is released from the hospital. Her memories of the accident are blurred though and a series of unsettling incidents leave her fearing for her safety. Does she have survivor's guilt or is something more sinister at play?

Jack Foley is reeling from the shock of losing his sister in the crash and when he first meets Lila, he lashes out, blaming her for Stephanie's death. But when Lila gives him a locket that she believes belonged to his sister, it presents more questions than answers.

As Lila and Jack work together to find out what really happened on the night of the accident, they are unaware that someone is watching them closely. Someone who has much to lose if the truth comes out, and someone who is prepared to do everything necessary to ensure all loose ends are taken care of.

 MY REVIEW

This is my first but definitely not my last read by this author. 

Crikey what a story. 

When Lila Ambersom is released from hospital,after an awful accident she just wants to move on.Jacks sister died in the crash. He wants answers but as Lila gets flashbacks there’s someone that doesn’t want her to remember what happened.

A well written story with a gripping storyline. My mind was trying to speed ahead while I was reading but I still didn’t get it right.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Keri Beevis wrote her first novel at age twenty, but it was a further twenty years before she was published after entering the Rethink Press New Novels Competition 2012. Her entry, Dead Letter Day, was a winner, earning her a publishing contract, and the book proved to be a minor hit, leading to a sequel, Dead Write. However it was Keri's third novel, standalone mystery thriller The Darkness Beneaththat gained her the most success, along with many new fans, both in the UK and the USA.

 Born in the village of Old Catton, less than a mile from where Anna Sewell was living when she wrote Black Beauty, Keri had a passion for reading and writing from a young age, though her tastes veered more to the macabre. 

 Today she still lives in Norwich, along with her two naughty kitties, Ellie and Lola, and a plentiful supply of red wine (her writing fuel), where she writes a comedic lifestyle column for a local magazine. She loves Hitchcock movies, exploring creepy places, and gets extremely competitive in local pub quizzes. She is also a self-confessed klutz.

 Keri’s previous books have all been US based and she is looking forward to the release of her first UK based novel, which is set in her beautiful home county of Norfolk.

Review: Pedal to the Metal

Pedal to the Metal by Kay Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Pedal to the Metal is book one in the Savage Menaces series.

Minx is the daughter of the president of the MC. After being away for a few years she’s back .

Raze is a member of the MC and doesn’t realise who she is.

I loved the storyline. A slow burn with some suspense. Can’t wait to read more.


Is this really a debut novel? Wow it was a fab read.

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Review: Noble Savages: A Dark High School Bully Romance Box Set

Noble Savages: A Dark High School Bully Romance Box Set by Natalie Bennett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow what an awesome anthology. Five full length bully romance novels. So so good.

Lawless Kingdom by Natalie Bennett

This is a brilliant read. Different to what I’m use to from this author but still a great read.

Rhiannon is a very likeable character from the start. As soon as Judah was introduced I knew he was going to be trouble. Big trouble.

Absolutely loved this story. I’m hoping it’s the start of a series from this author.


Vicious Knight by Nicole Cypher

My first and not my last read by this author.

Bullying is rife in this story.

Popular Cam wants to destroy Eden after she sees something she isn’t meant to.
Cam is a vicious bully that will do anything to ruin her.

If your looking for a well written bully story the I recommend this one.

Cruel King- Rina Kent

This is a new to me author. I can’t wait to read more from her as I loved this story.

This is a brilliant read. Great storyline based around Levi and Astrid. The twists and turns had me on the edge of my seat.







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Review: You Have To Believe Me

You Have To Believe Me by Sunday Tomassetti
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a fabulous read. Luckily I dint have work the next day as this kept me up til the wee hours reading as I just couldn’t put it down.

Dove has everything she ever wanted with her husband Ian until he suddenly wants a divorce. She finds herself living in an apartment while her ex has her home, dog and living with her ex best friend. It’s a pure nightmare but things get worse when he is found dead outside and she’s the prime suspect.

Brilliantly written story full of suspense that I couldn’t put down. I’m so looking forward to reading more from this author in the future.

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The Quiet Onesby Theresa Talbot

About the book

If only someone had listened...

When the supposed suicide of famous Scottish football coach Harry Nugent hits the headlines, the tabloids are filled with tributes to a charitable pillar of the community that gave so much back to sport and to those less fortunate.

But something isn't right. Normally celebrities are queuing up to claim to have had a very special relationship with the deceased, but investigative journalist Oonagh O'Neil is getting the distinct impression that people are trying to distance themselves from Harry.

Oonagh's investigation leads her to uncover a heartbreakingly haunting cover-up that chills her to the core... and places her in mortal danger from those willing to protect their sadistic and dark secrets at any cost...

Perfect for fans of Patricia Gibney, Angela Marsons and Cara Hunter

EXTRACT

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DI Alec Davies looked at the body hanging from the oak framed timber balcony and knew he had a major headache on his hands. Harry Nugent was one of the biggest names in Scottish sport, and the Major Investigation Team would be all over this one like a rash. Davies had passed Nugent’s wife on his way in; still sitting in the back of a squad car. The flashing lights of the police cars and ambulance shone through the windows, the light catching on Harry’s eyes, which were still open. His wife had come home around tea-time and found him. Thought initially it was suicide and ran screaming from the house before calling 999. No one had bothered coming out to see what was wrong. It wasn’t that sort of neighbourhood. Davies wondered whether they’d heard Harry’s screams and ignored them too. It was only when blue flashing lights appeared that a few heads bobbed out from behind the cedar gates.

When the paramedics had arrived on the scene it had quickly become obvious that Harry Nugent had been murdered, or at least the death was considered ‘suspicious’. Very few suicide victims had lesions around their wrists and ankles, and even fewer had their tongues cut off and stuffed down the back of their throats.

The police casualty surgeon had long gone, hadn’t taken too much time to pronounce life extinct at the scene. Davies guessed most people would have been able to tell this poor sod was a goner with or without a medical degree. The body was fully clothed – well, almost; one slipper dangled from his right foot, brown leather slip-ons, the other had fallen on the floor. They looked as though they’d cost more than Davies’s monthly mortgage repayment. Hellish little good they’d be doing him now.

DS Toria Law came through the front door. The house had been cleared as soon as it had become obvious that it was a crime scene. She was covered from head to foot: white paper overalls, hood up, covering the small cap her hair was tucked underneath, double latex gloves, disposable shoes and a face mask. Only her eyes were visible through the Perspex goggles. She looked like a kid as she nodded over to him, her eyes quickly taking in the scene. This was only her second time as a crime scene manager, but she was turning into a good copper. Davies knew he was in safe hands and left her to it.

Outside the quiet residential street had been cordoned off, with two police cars parked in a ‘V’ shape, stopping any vehicles entering or leaving. This was an area unused to flashing blue lights or the camera crews that Davies could see were now gathering at the foot of the cul-de-sac.

Nugent’s wife was curled up in the back of the car. Frizzy blonde hair sticking out from the top of the grey blanket she’d been wrapped in. Even from this distance, he could see she was shaking. McVeigh sat opposite her, seemed to be nodding in all the right places, no doubt reassuring her that it was just routine that they’d need DNA swabs. He eased himself out of the car, leaving the grieving widow when he saw his boss.

‘What’s she still doing here?’ Davies looked at his watch. Nugent had been dead for the best part of three hours now.

About the author

Theresa Talbot is a freelance writer, journalist and radio presenter, perhaps best known as the voice of Traffic and Travel on BBC Radio Scotland and as the host of The Beechgrove Potting Shed. Prior to working with the BBC she was with Radio Clyde and the AA Roadwatch team. Theresa worked in various roles before entering the media as an assistant in children's homes, a Pepsi Challenge girl and a library assistant. She ended up at the BBC because of an eavesdropped conversation on a no.66 bus in Glasgow. Her passions include rescuing chickens, gardening, music and yoga.

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The Quiet Onesby Theresa Talbot

About the book

If only someone had listened...

When the supposed suicide of famous Scottish football coach Harry Nugent hits the headlines, the tabloids are filled with tributes to a charitable pillar of the community that gave so much back to sport and to those less fortunate.

But something isn't right. Normally celebrities are queuing up to claim to have had a very special relationship with the deceased, but investigative journalist Oonagh O'Neil is getting the distinct impression that people are trying to distance themselves from Harry.

Oonagh's investigation leads her to uncover a heartbreakingly haunting cover-up that chills her to the core... and places her in mortal danger from those willing to protect their sadistic and dark secrets at any cost...

Perfect for fans of Patricia Gibney, Angela Marsons and Cara Hunter

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

2

DI Alec Davies looked at the body hanging from the oak framed timber balcony and knew he had a major headache on his hands. Harry Nugent was one of the biggest names in Scottish sport, and the Major Investigation Team would be all over this one like a rash. Davies had passed Nugent’s wife on his way in; still sitting in the back of a squad car. The flashing lights of the police cars and ambulance shone through the windows, the light catching on Harry’s eyes, which were still open. His wife had come home around tea-time and found him. Thought initially it was suicide and ran screaming from the house before calling 999. No one had bothered coming out to see what was wrong. It wasn’t that sort of neighbourhood. Davies wondered whether they’d heard Harry’s screams and ignored them too. It was only when blue flashing lights appeared that a few heads bobbed out from behind the cedar gates.

When the paramedics had arrived on the scene it had quickly become obvious that Harry Nugent had been murdered, or at least the death was considered ‘suspicious’. Very few suicide victims had lesions around their wrists and ankles, and even fewer had their tongues cut off and stuffed down the back of their throats.

The police casualty surgeon had long gone, hadn’t taken too much time to pronounce life extinct at the scene. Davies guessed most people would have been able to tell this poor sod was a goner with or without a medical degree. The body was fully clothed – well, almost; one slipper dangled from his right foot, brown leather slip-ons, the other had fallen on the floor. They looked as though they’d cost more than Davies’s monthly mortgage repayment. Hellish little good they’d be doing him now.

DS Toria Law came through the front door. The house had been cleared as soon as it had become obvious that it was a crime scene. She was covered from head to foot: white paper overalls, hood up, covering the small cap her hair was tucked underneath, double latex gloves, disposable shoes and a face mask. Only her eyes were visible through the Perspex goggles. She looked like a kid as she nodded over to him, her eyes quickly taking in the scene. This was only her second time as a crime scene manager, but she was turning into a good copper. Davies knew he was in safe hands and left her to it.

Outside the quiet residential street had been cordoned off, with two police cars parked in a ‘V’ shape, stopping any vehicles entering or leaving. This was an area unused to flashing blue lights or the camera crews that Davies could see were now gathering at the foot of the cul-de-sac.

Nugent’s wife was curled up in the back of the car. Frizzy blonde hair sticking out from the top of the grey blanket she’d been wrapped in. Even from this distance, he could see she was shaking. McVeigh sat opposite her, seemed to be nodding in all the right places, no doubt reassuring her that it was just routine that they’d need DNA swabs. He eased himself out of the car, leaving the grieving widow when he saw his boss.

‘What’s she still doing here?’ Davies looked at his watch. Nugent had been dead for the best part of three hours now.

About the author

Theresa Talbot is a freelance writer, journalist and radio presenter, perhaps best known as the voice of Traffic and Travel on BBC Radio Scotland and as the host of The Beechgrove Potting Shed. Prior to working with the BBC she was with Radio Clyde and the AA Roadwatch team. Theresa worked in various roles before entering the media as an assistant in children's homes, a Pepsi Challenge girl and a library assistant. She ended up at the BBC because of an eavesdropped conversation on a no.66 bus in Glasgow. Her passions include rescuing chickens, gardening, music and yoga.

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Death by Indulgence - cover reveal

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Book Description:

This book was previously published as FAT CHANCE

Ella Fitzwilliam’s world is about to spiral out of control.

She’s not cut out to be a private investigator. With little or no aptitude for the job, she’s been sent undercover to expose the hidden lives of two men who meet nearly every week at Buxham’s - a private members’ club where portions are large and secrets are held in strictest confidence.

One of those men is Harry Drysdale, a defence barrister.The other is Marcus Carver, an eminent surgeon with a tarnished past and much to lose.

Ella knows he has unhealthy appetites, she’s sure he’s feeding his perverted habits and putting his female patients at risk but she has to prove it.

When Harry Drysdale goes missing, Konrad Neale TV journalist tries to reveal the truth behind the lies, but some of the secrets start to reveal themselves… and they are big.  

Author Bio:

Alison Morgan: A former mental health nurse, country bumpkin at heart, married to a hairy biker, fascinated by words, loves live music and she has an innate ability to make people smile and laugh. 

Her crime thrillers have a strong cast of characters helping to define the style and pace of each story inspired by her life and career as a Psychiatric Nurse, and her fascination with the extremes of human behaviour.

AB Morgan is the critically acclaimed author of A Justifiable Madness, Divine Poison, The Camera Lies and Stench.

Her latest psychological suspense has again been applauded for being refreshingly different within its genre.

"I thought that the plot was superb, I loved the writing style and the characters were excellent. Ella is a fantastic character! This is a crime read with a difference, hands down, her best yet. Very highly recommended." Donna Maguire - Donna's Book Blog 

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