Kirjahaku

Amanda Harrington is a Dublin prostitute, working independently with her friend Marna Galloway, in a rented apartment on Mount Street. They see themselves as a cut above, having put the world of pimps and violence behind them. But then they are busted and given a royal dressing down by a disapproving female judge - much harder to tolerate than the hefty fine incurred. And things soon take a serious turn for the worse. Sandy Walsh, a colleague, has been discovered brutally murdered in her apartment. Finding Amanda's mobile number on Sandy's coffee table, soon the detectives are back on her trail, hoping she can help with the investigation. Meanwhile, a serial killer is on the loose, targeting prostitutes ...Amanda and Marna are about to discover just how vulnerable they are. Bringing this world to life as never before, Arlene Hunt's debut thriller is a riveting, authentic read from a remarkably fresh and distinctive new voice.

A missing boyfriend ... a heavily pregnant girlfriend ... just another ordinary case for QuicK Investigations. But the trail they follow suggests something far from ordinary. Who is Orie Kavlar and why has he gone to ground? What is the connection to the body of a dead girl found on waste ground in Sandyford? And what is his relationship to Darren Wallace, ex-gangland criminal?With their personal relationship at a new all-time low, Sarah and John are straining under the weight of their own problems: like the murder of Sarah's ex-boyfriend Vic. Vic was a dangerous psychotic, but murder is murder. So why won't she accept John's help?In no time John and Sarah's investigations alert others to their search and as they dig deeper into Orie Kavlar's life, one man decides he has too much to lose to allow them to continue. Sarah and John are about to be caught up in an undertow of violence that will suck them into their most perilous case yet.

A missing boyfriend ... a heavily pregnant girlfriend ... just another ordinary case for QuicK Investigations. But the trail they follow suggests something far from ordinary. Who is Orie Kavlar and why has he gone to ground? What is the connection to the body of a dead girl found on waste ground in Sandyford? And what is his relationship to Darren Wallace, ex-gangland criminal? With their personal relationship at a new all-time low, Sarah and John are straining under the weight of their own problems: like the murder of Sarah's ex-boyfriend Vic. Vic was a dangerous psychotic, but murder is murder. So why won't she accept John's help? In no time John and Sarah's investigations alert others to their search and as they dig deeper into Orie Kavlar's life, one man decides he has too much to lose to allow them to continue. Sarah and John are about to be caught up in an undertow of violence that will suck them into their most perilous case yet.

PEOPLE TRAFFICKING, TURF WARS AND THE RETURN OF A PRODIGAL SON. DUBLIN IS MURDER ...For sisters Yulia and Celestine, Ireland was supposed to be a sanctuary, a place where they could escape their violent past. They had no idea what the Ward family had in store for them when they were smuggled into the country. Then two high-ranking members of the Wards are shot. And, with Arthur Ward dead, his unpredictable brother Duchy takes control. Tensions across the city escalate between rival gangland families the Wards and the Kennedys and old loyalties are sorely tested. Leo Kennedy, who broke ties with his kin years ago, has made a life for himself on the straight and narrow - at a heavy cost. But it's not long before he is drawn back into the toxic embrace of the Kennedy clan and the vultures start circling. Meanwhile, the lives of trafficked young women are in danger...A gripping thriller about a criminal underworld that's spun out of control, and facing down forces from which there is no escape.

'Irish crime writing at its best' John ConnollyBREAKING FREE ONCE WAS LUCKY. THIS TIME, THERE MAY BE NO ESCAPE...Leo Kennedy was always meant to enter the family business, where deals are made in dark corners and crossing the wrong people can get you killed. But, years ago, he surprised everyone by leaving it all behind and choosing a life on the straight and narrow - at a heavy cost.Now, he's back in Dublin to receive a mysterious inheritance, and trying to ignore the increasingly loud hum of gang violence in the city.Meanwhile, as tensions escalate between Leo's toxic family and rival gang the Wards, trafficked sisters Yulia and Celestine are desperately trying to free themselves from Duchy Ward's violent clutches.Leo immerses himself in plans to open a restaurant and turn his life around once more, failing to notice the signs that his return is all part of a trap set by his father to bring him back into the fold. And this time, there may be no escape...'Gripping from the start ... from one of Ireland's most compelling crime writers' Brian McGilloway'An utterly gripping, gritty, addictive page-turner ... I couldn't put it down' Louise Phillips

For fans of Martina Cole - a young woman lies in a coma in the wake of a brutal attack. An unlikely police duo, each harbouring their own secrets, are under pressure to unravel her 'perfect' life and find out who is behind it.

'PAGE-TURNING GRIT LIT' LIZ NUGENT'BRILLIANT ... I WAS RIVETED FROM FIRST PAGE TO LAST' ADRIAN MCKINTY'A CRACKING CRIME THRILLER . . . A PAGE-TURNING TREAT' SUNDAY INDEPENDENTThe dream of a perfect life is shattered ...When Jody Kavanagh is discovered close to death in her home, it's hard to believe someone wanted to hurt her. Young, talented, loved - she appears to have it all.As she lies in a coma, Detective Inspector Elliot Ryan and Sergeant Nola Kane piece together a picture of her life - but the image revealed is far from perfect. Is her ex-husband really who he seems to be? Why are her mother and sister estranged? And why is her house full of cameras? Who was Jody afraid of?Haunted by guilt and in chronic pain, DI Ryan has his own demons. And Kane, who is recovering from a nasty incident where the professional and personal overlapped, needs to prove herself.From the shaky glamour of high society to the cold heart of two broken families, Ryan and Kane must work against hidden forces to restore their reputations and find who wanted to kill Jody. Before they strike again . . .'A witty and cleverly plotted mystery' Irish Independent

You're young. You're in love. You're in terrible danger ... A completely unputdownable thriller from Amazon chart bestseller Arlene Hunt. 'The woman's body lay on the bed, hair fanned out in a golden halo, blue eyes open. On the table stood an unmistakable sign: a bouquet of bright yellow roses...' On a freezing January morning, a young couple is found dead in their cottage in the quiet Dublin suburbs. When Detective Eli Quinn arrives at the scene his stomach drops. It's the second double homicide in as many months where the killer has left a bunch of yellow roses. Tucked between the thorns is a little card, with an image of a broken heart. There's no doubt the killer is trying to send a message, but what do the flowers mean? And can Eli figure out the killer's motive, before they strike again? Utterly gripping, fast-paced and nail-bitingly tense, this serial killer thriller will keep you up reading all night. If you love Angela Marsons, Rachel Abbott and Patricia Gibney, you won't be able to put this down. What readers are saying about Arlene Hunt: 'A great thriller that is extremely well written and will keep you on the edge of your seatwhile giving you food for thought. Highly recommended.' Bloomin Brilliant Books 'Oh my The tension builds and builds. What a powerful and edge of your seat ride ' The Book Club 'This is an astonishing thriller of mammoth proportions and I cannot praise it highly enough ' Little Bookness Lane 'This book needs to be finished in one sitting ...Jessie had a lot of grit and was a strong main character. Caleb was a true sociopath. Put these two characters together and you are in for a real treat. My first book by this author and definitely it won't be my last. Highly recommend reading this. But clear your calendar because you won't be moving until you finish.' Laura's Book Reviews 'Caleb is one amazing character and really showed just what evil could be like. Truly a great book and I will definitely be reading more from this author.' Sean's Book Reviews