Run For Cover - Graeme Hampton

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Résumé :

He gazes at the bodies. Young men, probably in their early thirties. The wooden flooring around them has been stained dark red. He wonders what kind of monster could have done this.

And why.

As a murder detective in the Met Police, D.I. Matthew Denning is used to seeing the very worst of humanity. But when a young woman's body is discovered in an East London churchyard, her face obliterated by blows, he is plunged into his most shocking case yet. While the investigation discovers that victim Bryony Allen was hiding some dark secrets, nothing seems to warrant the violence that ended her life.

Until Denning, along with D.S. Molly Fisher, uncovers a link between this murder and the disappearance of an undercover policeman investigating a high-level criminal gang, one that may be responsible for the deaths of two men found dead in a ritual execution in Kent. While the top brass want to suppress Denning's discovery, the team knows that the key to the case may lie in the actions of a rogue officer.

And when his own boss, D.C.I. Liz McKenna, goes missing, the case becomes even more personal. Can Denning and Fisher get justice for Bryony's murder, while fighting through the wall of silence from the powers that be?

A twisty, utterly compelling detective novel that fans of Stuart MacBride and Line of Duty will love.

Praise for Run For Cover:

'This story starts with a bang and holds your attention throughout. This is a well-paced story, with a few clever twists and it keeps you guessing who the killer is.' ***** Reader Review

'This book had suspense, intrigue, action, and great police work! The storyline was very interesting and flowed nicely! I will definitely recommend reading this book! It's well worth reading!' Reader Review

'I loved the characters and the way I had to keep asking myself if I was right in how I thought the plot was turning out. A really enjoyable mystery/thriller that kept me guessing until the end!' Reader Review

'An interesting police procedural that branches out from a straight murder investigation I have no hesitation in recommending.' Reader Review

'I enjoyed this addition to the series. I found it to be well written with a great cast of characters. The mystery was compelling, and I am looking forward to reading more.' Reader Review

'A strong depiction of police procedures I would recommend this book.' Reader Review

'A worthy addition to an entertaining series and I hope there will be more to come.' Reader Review

'Certainly gets off to a shocking startplenty of twists, not to mention a couple of explosive moments.' Reader Review