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AD367: Britannia. The Southern Provinces are shaken by the most ferocious barbarian invasion in living memory. Marius, youngest member of the Corinium council, is caught in a web of intrigue when it transpires that the traitor masterminding the barbarian alliance is his parents' murderer, the feared and hated Imperial Notary, Paulus Catena - The Chain... Narrowly escaping death in a bloody skirmish with an Irish war band, Marius is forced to undertake a hazardous journey to the mysterious Isle of Mona in a desperate gamble to destroy the alliance. He is accompanied by the fugitive slave and gladiator, Fraomar of the Alamanni, a man the emperor wants captured at any price. Hunted not only by the savage Irish invaders but also by a team of elite imperial troops, Marius soon discovers that there are much higher stakes to play for than their own lives. . . This is part one of The Chronicles of Britannia, a tale of heroism, loss, war and sacrifice as Rome's westernmost provinces are swept inexorably to the very brink of the Dark Ages. . .

A secret buried beneath the chapel. A killer who’s waited decades to strike. DCI Brendan Moran shouldn’t be back on duty. The Irish detective is barely holding it together after a crash that nearly killed him—when a body is discovered in the chapel at Charnford Abbey. The monks won’t talk. A centuries-old relic has vanished. And when another man turns up dead, it’s clear someone will kill to keep the past hidden. But Moran has problems of his own. A new sergeant who might be a spy. A brother spiraling into alcoholism under his roof. Narcoleptic blackouts that could end his career—or his life. And a troubled past that won’t stay buried, forged in the shadows of 1970s Ireland. As winter closes in and the abbey’s past comes violently to light, Moran must reckon with the cost of truth—and how much he’s willing to lose to uncover it. Because this case might do what the crash couldn’t—finish him. Black December is the gripping first entry in The Irish Detective: DCI Brendan Moran series—perfect for fans of atmospheric British detective fiction, flawed heroes, and crime stories that cut deep. ___________________________________________ Praise for The Irish Detective: DCI Brendan Moran series: ? ? ? ? ? So many twists and turns that I could hardly put it down. ? ? ? ? ? Gripped by the grizzled Irish detective. ? ? ? ? ? Well-written, tight plotting and pacing, snappy dialogue, well-developed, likeable characters, and a cracking good mystery. ? ? ? ? ? Great British Mystery! ? ? ? ? ? He’s honest and upstanding… He has a line he won't cross, even though he comes close from time to time. ? ? ? ? ? Vivid descriptions and clever plotting. Crisp dialogue. ? ? ? ? ? A really great read in a genre I love—the atmospheric British murder mystery!

An unusual crime requires an unusual detective ...An undercover officer goes missing and the body of a young man is found mutilated in a shop doorway. Is there a connection? Returning to work after a short convalescence, DCI Brendan Moran’s suspicions are aroused when a senior officer insists on freezing Moran out and handling the investigation himself. A second murder convinces Moran that a serial killer is on the loose but with only a few days to prove his point the disgruntled DCI can't afford to waste time. As temperatures hit the high twenties, tempers fray, and the investigation founders Moran finds himself coming back to the same question again and again: can he still trust his own judgement, or is he leading his team up a blind alley? Creatures of Dust is the second book in the popular DCI Brendan Moran crime series REVIEWS ‘...a well-planned, well-written novel. The writer has a fertile imagination and an attractive narrative style.’ ‘...one of the best reads I have had this year. Gripped by the grizzled Irish detective.....plenty of twists and turns Bravo!’ ‘…I thoroughly enjoyed Black December - it's a very good "who done it" - and so often!’ --Amazon

DCI Brendan Moran’s last minute break in the West Country proves anything but restful as he becomes embroiled in the mysterious disappearance of an American tourist.Does the village harbour some dark and dreadful secret? The brooding presence of the old manor house and the dysfunctional de Courcy family may hold the answer but Moran soon finds that the residents of Cernham have a rather unorthodox approach to the problem of dealing with outsiders.As Moran is drawn deeper into Cernham’s mysterious past a cold-blooded execution in Berkshire plunges deputising DI Charlie Pepper into a maelstrom of murder, double cross and treachery ...Praise for the DCI Brendan Moran series:'The story grabbed me from the start and never let up until the final pages, taking me through perfectly credible and well orchestrated twists and turns throughout.''Well written, a good solid story, with believable main characters. I like Moran's human frailty, and though this particular tale is bleak and harsh, it rhymes well with Moran's own problems. A good read all round.''A well-planned, well-written novel … the second book I have read by this author … the writer has a fertile imagination and an attractive narrative style.''I have read both of the books in this series and they are an excellent read. very good story lines and fast paced. Looking forward to more.'

A cry for help A call from an old friend whose wife has vanished from their home in Co.Kerry prompts DCI Brendan Moran to return to his Irish roots. The Gardai have drawn a blank; can Moran succeed where they have failed? A deadly plot Moran’s investigation leads him to a loner known locally as the Islander, who reveals that the woman’s disappearance is connected to a diehard paramilitary with plans to hit a high profile target in the UK. An unlikely partnership Time is running out. Can Moran enlist the Islander’s help, or does he have to face his deadliest foe alone? Silent as the Dead is the fourth novel in the popular DCI Brendan Moran crime series If you like Val McDermid, Ian Rankin, DCI Banks, and the Shetland TV series, you’ll love this tense and exciting crime thriller from CWA-shortlisted author, Scott Hunter. So go ahead! Hit the buy button now and join DCI Moran on a thrilling adventure you won’t forget in a hurry …

She vanished from the charts. Now she's buried in silence. When the body of up-and-coming pop star Michelle LaCroix is discovered in an unmarked grave, DCI Brendan Moran is called to investigate. A mysterious audio recording suggests suicide—but a severed finger points to murder. As Moran unravels Michelle's glamorous public persona and darker secrets, he finds himself chasing a shadowy figure who's always a step ahead—and willing to kill again. With the killer watching from the shadows, Moran must act fast to stop a predator who vanishes without a trace. Now the killer is watching the police, and Moran's team is in the crosshairs. Gone Too Soon is the fifth novel in The Irish Detective: DCI Brendan Moran series—a gritty British detective mystery, perfect for fans of Ian Rankin, Val McDermid, and the Shetland TV series. ______________________________________ Praise for The Irish Detective: DCI Brendan Moran series: ?????Ranks up there with the masters and must be destined for a TV series. ?????So many twists and turns that I could hardly put it down. ?????Gripped by the grizzled Irish detective! ?????Well-written, tight plotting and pacing, snappy dialogue, well-developed, likeable characters, and a cracking good mystery. ?????Great British Mystery! ?????He's honest and upstanding…He has a line he won't cross, even though he comes close from time to time. ?????A really great read in a genre I love—the atmospheric British murder mystery! ?????Moran's mind is as sharp as ever…leading us through the crime while exposing us to his inner turmoil and self-doubt. ?????Tautly-woven story, making you want to do something violent to the bad guys while yelling at the good guys to do something.

He came to save a life. He left with a ghost from a past he tried to forget. When DCI Brendan Moran is called to defuse a potential suicide, he's blindsided by the man's final words—and the ghost they resurrect. Liam Doherty, tormented by guilt and driven by justice, recognizes Moran and accuses him of a betrayal born in the bloodshed of 1970s Northern Ireland. The encounter reopens scars Moran thought had long since healed. As he digs into the ambush that changed his life, he uncovers a dark web of deception, fractured loyalties, and secrets that powerful men would do anything to keep buried. With a lost friend reemerging and the line between truth and memory fraying, Moran must decide how far he's willing to go to uncover the past. Because some ghosts refuse to rest—and some enemies are closer than you think. The Enemy Inside is the sixth novel in The Irish Detective: DCI Brendan Moran series—a taut, atmospheric British detective mystery perfect for fans of Ian Rankin, Stuart Neville, and Line of Duty. ___________________________________________ Praise for The Irish Detective: DCI Brendan Moran series: ?????Ranks up there with the masters and must be destined for a TV series. ?????So many twists and turns that I could hardly put it down. ?????Gripped by the grizzled Irish detective! ?????Well-written, tight plotting and pacing, snappy dialogue, well-developed, likeable characters, and a cracking good mystery. ?????Great British Mystery! ?????He's honest and upstanding…He has a line he won't cross, even though he comes close from time to time. ?????A really great read in a genre I love—the atmospheric British murder mystery! ?????Moran's mind is as sharp as ever…leading us through the crime while exposing us to his inner turmoil and self-doubt. ?????Tautly-woven story, making you want to do something violent to the bad guys while yelling at the good guys to do something.

A fatal crash. A corpse that shouldn't be there. A trail no one wants followed. When a motorway collision leaves three dead, DCI Brendan Moran is called in to assist. But one of the victims was already dead before the crash—and the lorry involved raises more questions than answers. As Moran digs deeper, connections surface: a stolen van, a missing driver, and a string of similar deaths from Scotland to the South Coast. Then comes a troubling lead—the name of an undercover agent who vanished without a trace. Samantha Grant isn't just a missing colleague. She's part of Moran's past. When traces of Semtex are found in the wreckage, the investigation stretches to Rotterdam and a smuggling network that crosses borders and buries secrets. This time, the threat is closer than Moran realizes. When Stars Grow Dark is the seventh novel in The Irish Detective: DCI Brendan Moran series—a gritty British detective mystery perfect for fans of Ian Rankin, Val McDermid, and the Shetland TV series. _________________________________________ Praise for The Irish Detective: DCI Brendan Moran series: ?????Ranks up there with the masters and must be destined for a TV series. ?????So many twists and turns that I could hardly put it down. ?????Gripped by the grizzled Irish detective! ?????Well-written, tight plotting and pacing, snappy dialogue, well-developed, likeable characters, and a cracking good mystery. ?????Great British Mystery! ?????He's honest and upstanding…He has a line he won't cross, even though he comes close from time to time. ?????A really great read in a genre I love—the atmospheric British murder mystery! ?????Moran's mind is as sharp as ever…leading us through the crime while exposing us to his inner turmoil and self-doubt. ?????Tautly-woven story, making you want to do something violent to the bad guys while yelling at the good guys to do something.

July, 1976 – Thames Valley, UK. Long, scorching days of blue skies, water shortages, and record temperatures. A newly promoted Detective-Sergeant is tasked with investigating the murder of a local shop owner – an investigation that goes tragically wrong... Fast-forward forty-five years to 2021, when a chance discovery exposes a grim secret that forces a reexamination of the circumstances surrounding the ill-fated murder inquiry. DCI Brendan Moran is assigned this coldest of cases, and it soon becomes apparent that he is dealing with a cold and calculating criminal mind. Can Moran and his team piece together the events of that long forgotten summer and unmask the killer before history repeats itself? If you like Val McDermid, Ian Rankin, DCI Banks, Vera and the Shetland TV series, you'll love this tense and exciting crime novel from CWA-shortlisted author, Scott Hunter. REVIEWS - The DCI Brendan Moran Crime Series ????? ‘…a sparkling mystery – the highlight of a strong series.’ ????? '... a well-planned, well-written novel. The writer has a fertile imagination and an attractive narrative style.' ????? '... one of the best reads I have had this year. Gripped by the grizzled Irish detective.....plenty of twists and turns. Bravo!' ????? ‘The story rattles into action and concludes with two jaw-dropping climaxes and a final fraught decision. This series is destined for greatness.’

A new cold case for DCI Brendan Moran coincides with the unexpected reappearance of a dangerous adversary. As Moran grapples with an ever-changing work culture and begins to get to grips with the forty-year old murder of a young RAF aircraftswoman, an unexpected complication arises in his personal life that threatens to sabotage a promising relationship before it even begins. Could his new friend really be involved in the shady financial dealings of a cold case murder victim? With this uncertainty playing on his mind, Moran throws himself into the new investigation, but as he digs deeper it becomes clear that the original case was sloppily handled, the interviews poorly conducted and critical evidence overlooked. Under the watchful eye of a newly-appointed Crime Investigations Manager, the team begin the painstaking process of tracing the original persons of interest. Progress, however, is glacial, and so, when presented with incontrovertible proof that their progress is being monitored with alarming accuracy by someone who seems to always be one step ahead of the official investigation, Moran begins to wonder if he can make an arrest before the perpetrator falls into the hands of an antagonist with a very different idea of justice… If you like Val McDermid, Ian Rankin, DCI Banks, Vera and the Shetland TV series, you'll love this tense and exciting crime novel from CWA-shortlisted author, Scott Hunter. REVIEWS - The DCI Brendan Moran Crime Series ????? ‘…a sparkling mystery – the highlight of a strong series.’ ????? '... a well-planned, well-written novel. The writer has a fertile imagination and an attractive narrative style.' ????? '... one of the best reads I have had this year. Gripped by the grizzled Irish detective.....plenty of twists and turns. Bravo!' ????? ‘The story rattles into action and concludes with two jaw-dropping climaxes and a final fraught decision. This series is destined for greatness.’ ????? ‘Couldn’t put it down - a brilliant crime mystery from the master’

The tranquility of a genteel household is shattered when an elderly piano teacher is found brutally murdered, leaving her sibling devastated and demanding answers. Enter DCI Brendan Moran, called out of retirement at short notice, to tackle the baffling case. As Moran delves deeper into the circumstances surrounding the murder, a web of complex connections and puzzling alibis among the suspects leave him struggling to pinpoint the elusive killer. As the investigation intensifies, one of Moran’s own team members becomes infatuated by the enigmatic leader of a self-sufficient commune, and suspicions are raised concerning a possible connection to the murder. With time running out, Moran must unravel the secrets concealed behind the commune’s Utopian façade and navigate a dangerous labyrinth of deception to uncover the truth. In the Key of Death intertwines themes of childhood trauma, psychological coercion and emotional manipulation – all wrapped up in a page-turning police procedural. In the Key of Death is masterfully crafted, blending moments of intense suspense with Hunter’s customary wry humour. In the Key of Death is number ten in the popular DCI Brendan Moran crime series. If you like Val McDermid, Ian Rankin, DCI Banks, Vera and the Shetland TV series, you’ll love this tense and exciting crime novel from CWA award-winning author, Scott Hunter. REVIEWS - The DCI Brendan Moran Crime Series ????? ‘… a well-planned, well-written novel. The writer has a fertile imagination and an attractive narrative style.' ????? ‘… one of the best reads I have had this year. Gripped by the grizzled Irish detective.....plenty of twists and turns. Bravo!’ ????? The story rattles into action and concludes with two jaw-dropping climaxes and a final fraught decision. This series is destined for greatness.’

A call from an old friend whose wife has vanished from their home in Co.Kerry prompts DCI Brendan Moran to return to his Irish roots. The Gardai have drawn a blank; can Moran succeed where they have failed? Moran's investigation leads him to a loner known locally as the Islander, who reveals that the woman's disappearance is connected to a diehard paramilitary with plans to hit a high profile target in the UK. Time is running out. Can Moran enlist the Islander's help, or does he have to face his deadliest foe alone? Silent as the Dead is the fourth novel in the popular DCI Brendan Moran crime seriesIf you like Val McDermid, Ian Rankin, DCI Banks, and the Shetland TV series, you'll love this tense and exciting crime thriller from CWA-shortlisted author, Scott Hunter.