REVIEW: An Unfamiliar Murder (DCI Helen Lavery series Book 1) by Jane Issac

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An absolutely addictive female-led crime thriller (DCI Helen Lavery series Book 1

Some secrets just won’t stay buried.

Arriving home from a routine day at work, Anna Cottrell has no idea that her life is about to change forever. But discovering the stabbed body of a stranger in her flat, then becoming prime suspect in a murder inquiry is only the beginning. Her persistent claims of innocence start to crumble when new evidence links her irrevocably with the victim…

Leading her first murder investigation, DCI Helen Lavery unravels a trail of deception, family secrets and betrayal. When people close to the Cottrell family start to disappear, Lavery is forced into a race against time. Can she catch the killer before he executes his ultimate victim?

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About the Author

Jane Isaac grew up devouring mystery novels under the covers with a torch – and never stopped loving the thrill of a good twist. A self-proclaimed research addict, she draws on expert insight (including her retired detective husband!) to craft crime fiction that’s chillingly real and authentically detailed.

Inspired by everything from Enid Blyton to Elizabeth Haynes, Isaac weaves suspenseful stories where ordinary lives are torn apart by extraordinary crimes. But even after a day spent in the darkest corners of the human psyche, she unwinds by walking her dog, Digity, through the countryside – often plotting her next killer twist along the way.

With bestselling series featuring complex detectives, deep emotional stakes, and heart-racing tension, Jane Isaac’s books are a must-read for crime fiction fans who like their mysteries smart, twisty, and impossible to put down.


My Review

Jane Isaac’s ‘An Unfamiliar Murder’ is a real page-turner. The way she weaves suspense and intrigue from the very first chapter makes it nearly impossible to put down!

Jane Isaac’s storytelling style, rich with unexpected twists and compelling characters, pulls you in and keeps you on the edge of your seat. You can practically feel the tension building with every turn of the page!

Anna’s journey is truly captivating—her struggles and discoveries seem to leap right off the page. The plot twists keep you on your toes, making you question everything you thought you knew.

It’s the kind of read that’s perfect for anyone who loves a mystery that keeps them guessing.

Sylv
Sylv
I am just me, a full-time mum with three gorgeous kids (well two adults and one teenager) working with authors and a blogger, originally from Portsmouth UK, in Hampshire and now based in Somerset UK

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