Simon McCleave

Keep your enemies close and your family closer…At his beachside mansion, with his large family and beautiful wife, Jack Rush celebrated his step-daughter’s wedding: an extravagant, happy day. But that night, the movie producer is found in a pool of blood having snorted cyanide instead of cocaine.With security tight, DI Ruth Hunter and DS Nick Evans are looking for a suspect among the guests. Jack’s wife knew of his many infidelities; his twin sons resented his control; and Charlie, the new son-in-law, was furious about the prenup. They all had motive and opportunity but who switched the drugs and killed the domineering bully?A tense thriller with a twist you won’t see coming. Perfect for fans of Neil Lancaster, Michael Wood and LJ Ross.

A murdered millionaire. A violent drug operation. Can she put a stop to the next assassination?When the body of a businessman washes up on a secluded North Wales shore, DI Ruth Hunter is anxious to nail the killer – and quickly.As she digs into the dead millionaire’s business affairs, she discovers a disturbing link to an infamous Liverpudlian drug lord. And bringing him to justice is far from easy. Between botched raids, tight-lipped suspects, and a slew of cold case murders, Hunter is sure the criminal mastermind must have corrupt players in his pocket...Can Hunter take down the mobster before he orders a highly personal hit?A dark and suspenseful crime thriller perfect for fans of JD Kirk, Sarah Ward and Neil Lancaster.

A twisted serial killer. A deadly game of cat and mouse. Can DI Ruth Hunter catch a crazed psychopath who seems intent on destroying her life?DI Ruth Hunter hopes that settling in Snowdonia with will melt away the grief of a missing partner. Burying herself in her work, she senses that her current missing persons case isn't all that it seems. When a man's body turns up torn to pieces, Ruth realises that she is now tracking a deadly serial killer.Working with her fiercely patriotic Welsh partner, DI Hunter soon has a prime suspect in her sights – although he seems to always be one step ahead of them. When the killer begins to claim a personal connection to her, Ruth fears a grisly end to her and her family.A masterful, edge-of-your-seat crime thriller by the number one bestselling author. Perfect for fans of Ian Rankin, LJ Ross and Sarah Ward.

She came looking for sanctuary. Instead, she found death…Detective Inspector Ruth Hunter has barely arrived in her new role at North Wales Police Force when a gruesome murder scene needs her attention. A local teacher has been attacked, and her body carved with strange symbols. What does it mean?Another body follows, and Ruth is suddenly at the heart of a search for a serial killer. But as she struggles to let go of the past and move on from her partner’s unresolved disappearance Ruth might make a misstep that costs more than her pride…The explosive first installment of Simon McCleave’s multi-million copy bestselling DI Ruth Hunter series. The most thrilling series in Welsh crime fiction! Perfect for fans of Sarah Ward, Neil Lancaster and LJ Ross.

Living and working in Snowdonia was always retired detective Frank Marshal's dream. Until a phone call asking for his help turns it into his worst nightmare.Retired detective Frank Marshal lives in a remote part of Snowdonia with his wife Rachel who is suffering from dementia. Working as a park ranger, Frank gets a phone call from close friend Annie, a retired judge. Her sister Meg has gone missing from a local caravan park and she needs his help to find her.As Frank and Annie start to unravel the dark secrets of Meg's life, it seems at first that her disappearance might be linked to her nephew and a drug deal gone wrong. In a shocking twist, their investigation leads them to a series of murders in North Wales from the 1990s and a possible miscarriage of justice.Can Frank and Annie uncover the sinister truth so they find her sister in time to save her? Or will a brutal serial killer add Meg to his list of victims?Marshal of Snowdonia is the first book in the Frank Marshal Crime Thriller series from multi-million bestselling author Simon McCleave. If you like dark thrillers, psychologically complex characters and shocking twits, then you'll love Simon McCleave's pulse-pounding new novel. Living and working in Snowdonia was always retired detective Frank Marshal's dream. Until a phone call asking for his help turns it into his worst nightmare.Retired detective Frank Marshal lives in a remote part of Snowdonia with his wife Rachel who is suffering from dementia. Working as a park ranger, Frank gets a phone call from close friend Annie, a retired judge. Her sister Meg has gone missing from a local caravan park and she needs his help to find her.As Frank and Annie start to unravel the dark secrets of Meg's life, it seems at first that her disappearance might be linked to her nephew and a drug deal gone wrong. In a shocking twist, their investigation leads them to a series of murders in North Wales from the 1990s and a possible miscarriage of justice.

From the Amazon #1 bestselling authorA murdered guest. A villa full of secrets. One night that changes everything.Recently divorced Cerys thought buying a luxury Tuscan villa would be the fresh start she so desperately needed. But a year later, she's struggling to move on from the pain of her past. Determined to make Villa Lucia a success, she's pinned all her hopes on this season's guests. Until one of them is found murdered in the villa's infinity pool.Now, as the police descend on the property, the secrets of her guests begin to unravel, and Cerys is forced to confront her own demons. But can she uncover the truth about that fateful night before the paradise she's built shatters around her?Once you start reading, you won't be able to stop until you've uncovered the shocking truth hidden within the walls of this seemingly perfect Tuscan villa. Fans of The Housemaid, T.M. Logan and Gone Girl will be utterly gripped by this addictive, twisty, psychological thriller from multimillion-copy bestselling author Simon McCleave.Read what everyone is saying about Last Night at Villa Lucia: 'Smart, evocative... full of the kinds of twist and surprises that makes a first-time reader into a lifelong fan. Terrific ' Gregg Olsen'Had me gripped from the first page to the last, outstanding ' J M Dalgliesh'Absolutely loved it. It was totally absorbing and I didn't want to put it down. The setting was perfect and just superbly crafted... satisfying, stunning and stylish.' Rachel Lynch'Wow What a fantastic plot I could not put the book down once I began reading it... I will recommend it to everyone I know ' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Oh my gosh, this book was fantastic So many twists and turns, you never knew who did it until the very end Kept me wanting to not put it down ' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I loved the setting of this book and I devoured it in one sitting as I was gripped to find out what would happen next as I eagerly turned the pages. I was hooked ' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Ohh this was a rollercoaster of a thriller. There was so many twists and turns I could not put it down once I stated I was gripped. It was full of suspense...' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A very satisfying twist at the end... a very enjoyable read and I would highly recommend it to fans of writers such as Lucy Foley and Lisa Jewell.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Had me guessing to the end with all the plot twists and turns... A great murder mystery for the thriller lover in us all ' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This story had me hooked from the start.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Wow, what a great book It was so engaging and kept me turning pages until the very end ' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A page turner, keeping the reader guessing until the very end... a highly recommended beach read which has a satisfying depth.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I was hooked from the very first line, it was very fast-paced ' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Bestselling phenomenon Simon McCleave is back with another Anglesey-set gripping, crime thriller full of twists that will keep you guessing until the last page. When a seventeen-year-old girl vanishes from her home overnight, DI Laura Hart knows that time is of the essence. Then, an inmate at the local prison is murdered in her cell and suddenly Beaumaris CID is juggling two major investigations. With inmates refusing to talk to the police, Laura is forced to take drastic action: going undercover behind bars. With everyone under suspicion, Laura’s true identity must be kept a secret, meaning no one can protect her. Locked in with a killer, it’s a race against time – can Laura find a lead… before she’s found out? A pulse-pounding, atmospheric crime thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Perfect for fans of L.J. Ross, Ann Cleeves, Elly Griffiths and Val McDermid. Readers love Simon McCleave! ‘If you've never read Simon’s books, take the chance and find yourself a new go-to writer.’ ????? ‘Good action with unpredictable twists and turns to keep you from putting down the book.’ ????? ‘Thanks, Simon, for another great book- please keep ‘em coming!!!’ ????? ‘Not enjoyed a book more for years! A real page-turner.’ ?????

The beautiful town of Llangollen is rocked by the brutal shooting of a local farmer, Aaron Jenkins. DI Ruth Hunter is called in to track down the murderer. When she and the CID team discover that both Aaron and his wife were having affairs, their focus is on this.However, when there are several more violent slayings, Ruth realises that the murders might be linked to firearms trafficking and the drug gangs of Liverpool.Ruth and her CID team must pursue the armed suspects in a deadly game and stop them before there is another cold-blooded shooting.The Llangollen Killings is the nineteenth book in Simon McCleave's DI Ruth Hunter Crime Thriller Snowdonia series which has now hit over 2 million sales. If you like chilling police procedurals, true-to-life characters, and psychological twists, then you'll love Simon McCleave's page-turning thrill ride. Perfect for fans of JD Kirk, JM Dalgleish, Rachel McLean and LJ Ross.

The historical city of Chester has been rocked by the brutal murders of several young men close to the canal. DI Ruth Hunter is called in to track down the murderer - who the papers have dubbed the Towpath Ripper - before they strike again.Ruth identifies a suspect but just as she is about to pounce, they slip through her fingers.Ruth and her CID team must pursue the serial killer across the border into North Wales in an increasingly dangerous game of cat and mouse - but the killer is always one step ahead. And soon, the hunters will become the hunted...

Bestselling phenomenon Simon McCleave is back with another gripping, atmospheric new crime thriller set on the Isle of Anglesey, Wales. On a remote island, there’s nowhere to run… When a teenage boy goes missing on a camping trip with his friends, the close-knit community of Anglesey is shaken. DI Laura Hart is brought in to lead the murder investigation and instantly feels the pressure, not least because her colleague’s son was the last to see the missing boy alive. Laura’s investigations force her to delve into the tangled web of relationships and personal lives of her own neighbours. The trail leads her to uncover a religious cult called The Fair Men, who locals say have a dark history and still hold their ceremonies on the island where the boys were camping. But could it be that yet more secrets are hidden behind closed doors? Amongst all the mysteries and lies, Laura is sure about one thing: the island will not give up the truth easily… A pulse-pounding, atmospheric crime thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Perfect for fans of L.J. Ross, Ann Cleeves, Elly Griffiths and Val McDermid. Readers love Simon McCleave! ‘The fact that I've already pre-ordered the next book in this series says it all really.’ ????? ‘If you've never read Simon’s books, take the chance and find yourself a new go-to writer.’ ????? ‘Good action with unpredictable twists and turns to keep you from putting down the book.’ ????? ‘Thanks, Simon, for another great book- please keep ‘em coming!!!’ ????? ‘Not enjoyed a book more for years! A real page-turner.’ ?????

Bestselling phenomenon Simon McCleave is back with a gripping, atmospheric new crime thriller series set on the Isle of Anglesey. ‘Knocked my socks off. McCleave knows how to leave you gasping for air. Absolutely thrilling!’ International million-copy bestseller, Helen Fields The beautiful Isle of Anglesey has been rocked by the brutal murders of three female students at a local college. DI Laura Hart is called in to track down the murderer – who the papers have dubbed the Anglesey Ripper – before he strikes again. She quickly identifies a suspect but just as she is about to pounce, he slips through her fingers. Laura and the Beaumaris CID must pursue the serial killer across the island in an increasingly dangerous game of cat and mouse – but he’s always one step ahead of them. And soon, the hunters will become the hunted… An explosive, edge-of-your-seat read that’s perfect for fans of LJ Ross, Ann Cleeves and Elly Griffiths. Readers love Simon McCleave’s Angelsey Series! ‘This book was awesome! Suspense, intrigue, action, and great police work!’????? ‘Another fantastic page-turner… cleverly written and could easily be a TV show!’ ????? ‘Twists and turns aplenty within a well-paced, exciting narrative. A superlative and atmospheric thriller’ ????? ‘Excellent’ ????? ‘A gripping and sublime crime thriller topped with plenty of action and exciting storylines.’ ????? ‘This was an excellent read. Thoroughly recommended. It made me want to visit North Wales.’ ????? ‘Fantastic. I really enjoyed this book’ ????? ‘Do yourself a favour and get a copy of The Dark Tide – you will not be disappointed.’ ?????

Bestselling phenomenon Simon McCleave is back with another gripping, atmospheric new crime thriller series set on the Isle of Anglesey, Wales. ‘An intriguing crime thriller’ The Sun ‘Full of twists and with plenty of atmosphere.’ – Million-copy bestseller Faith Martin Some secrets should stay buried for ever… Two months since ex-Police Negotiator Laura Hart was forced back into action after her son’s kidnap, she has re-joined the force as a DI. On her first day, an anonymous tip-off leads to the discovery of a skeleton in a crumbling castle ruin near the seaside town of Beaumaris, Anglesey. Laura can’t wait to prove herself by solving the case and when the investigation leads her to MI5 and the Real IRA, she knows she’s on the trail of something truly explosive. But some people will do anything to stop their secrets coming out – as the rising body count shows. With the threat drawing in and her family yet again in danger, this time, is Laura in too deep? A pulse-pounding, atmospheric crime thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Perfect for fans of L.J. Ross, Ann Cleeves, Elly Griffiths and Val McDermid . Readers love Simon McCleave! ‘The fact that I've already pre-ordered the next book in this series says it all really.’ ????? ‘If you've never read Simon’s books, take the chance and find yourself a new go-to writer.’ ????? ‘Good action with unpredictable twists and turns to keep you from putting down the book.’ ????? ‘Thanks, Simon, for another great book- please keep ‘em coming!!!’ ????? ‘Not enjoyed a book more for years! A real page-turner.’ ?????

A Fatal shooting. A vulnerable eyewitness. DI Ruth Hunter and her partner, DS Nick Evans, must track down the killers before they find a key witness - a ten-year-old boy, Daniel.Ruth and nick are called to a fatal shooting at Chirk Castle, a well-known tourist spot in North Wales. The only witness to the murder is Daniel, the ten-year-old son of the victim. Ruth discovers that the victim was a small-time drug dealer and it seems that his killing might have been linked to stolen drugs. However, when a local girl is also brutally murdered, Ruth has to change the focus of the investigation as it is clear that the murderers ill go to any lengths to cover their tracks.With the case now faltering, Ruth begins to suspect that the key to solving the murders actually lies in Daniel's early childhood. Can she unlock the dark secrets of Daniel's past before the killers catch up with him?

A fanatical religious cult. A growing list of missing teenagers. Can DI Ruth Hunter and DS Nick Evans uncover the dark secrets of Solace Farm before there is another ritual killing? Detective Inspector Ruth hunter has made a new life in North Wales, an unexplained event from her past keeps driving her back to her past life in London.Ruth and her partner, DS Nick Evans, discover a series of missing teenagers and are forced to investigate a local religious sect who inhabit the remote Solace Farm. When Ruth realises that the enigmatic cult leader isn't all that she seems to be, she has a race against time to save the vulnerable inhabitants from total destruction.

A dangerous Islamic terrorist. A safe house in the middle of Snowdonia. Can DI Ruth Hunter and DS Nick Evans deliver the suspect safely before there is a deadly rescue attempt?Detective Inspector Ruth Hunter has made a new life in Snowdonia away from the murder and mayhem of London. Ruth and her partner, DS Nick Evans, are given the task of transporting a dangerous Islamic terrorist across Snowdonia to an MI6 safehouse, which they see as no more than a tedious waste of time.However, their journey into the heart of Snowdonia turns out to be anything but boring. As they fight to keep themselves and their suspect alive, Ruth and Nick uncover a web of corruption, deception and religious extremism that shocks them both to their very core.

A double suicide. A dark investigation into historic abuse. Can DI Ruth Hunter link the present killings to secrets of the past before the killer strikes again?Detective Inspector Ruth Hunter has resolved to put her past life in London behind her. So when two seemingly routine suicides start to look suspicious, Ruth is keen to throw herself into a new investigation, lead her CID team and solve what appears to be a complex case. However, as the former London detective digs into the past of the victims' lives, she uncovers a dark web of abuse within the music industry.Tracking down clues alongside her hot-headed partner DS Nick Evans, Ruth becomes increasingly frustrated by an investigation where there is no obvious prime suspect. It's not until there is a shocking twist, that Ruth and her team are able to put the pieces together of a baffling case. Can she track down the killer before they disappear for good...?

A missing teenager. A web of prison corruption and human trafficking. Can DI Ruth Hunter blow the lid off the case in time to save a sixteen-year-old girl?Detective Inspector Ruth Hunter has resolved to put the grief of her missing partner behind her and continue to make a life away from London in Snowdonia. When a sixteen year old girl, Rosie, mysteriously vanishes, the case brings up unresolved issues from the past for Ruth.Ruth realises that the key to Rosie's disappearance might lie within a violent battle for control of a local prison. As they race against the clock, Ruth, and her sidekick DS Nick Evans, begin to uncover slavery, intimidation and bribery, only to find that the repercussions of the investigation damage those they are closest to.The Devil's Cliff Killings is the fourth book in the suspenseful Ruth Hunter Crime Thriller series. If you like chilling police procedurals, true-to-life characters, and psychological twists, then you'll love Simon McCleave's page-turning thrill ride.

Bestselling phenomenon Simon McCleave is back with a gripping, atmospheric new crime thriller series set on the Isle of Anglesey. Will there be blood in the water? Three years ago, DCI Laura Hart was the top Hostage and Crisis Negotiator for the Greater Manchester Police. Then her husband was kidnapped. Despite her best efforts to reason with the criminals, he was brutally murdered. Now living on the Isle of Anglesey in Wales, Laura is slowly healing. Then she gets a call: armed drug dealers have seized a tourist boat – and her ten-year-old son Jake is on board. There’s no other negotiator available, and the police need her to step up. With the life of a loved one yet again on the line and memories of the last time she failed still searingly fresh, Laura is living her worst nightmare. Can she lay to rest the ghosts of her past in time to save her son? An atmospheric, edge-of-your-seat read that’s perfect for fans of LJ Ross, Ann Cleeves and Elly Griffiths. ‘Action-packed! A great thriller in a gorgeous location.’ – international bestselling author Lisa Gardner 'A harrowing story set against a stunning backdrop. Anglesey becomes McCleave's newest brutal playground.’ Morgan Greene ‘The tension keeps you gripped until the last page.’ Rachel McLean Readers love The Dark Tide! ‘This book was awesome! Suspense, intrigue, action, and great police work!’????? ‘Another fantastic page-turner… cleverly written and could easily be a TV show!’ ????? ‘Twists and turns aplenty within a well-paced, exciting narrative. A superlative and atmospheric thriller’ ????? ‘Excellent’ ????? ‘A gripping and sublime crime thriller topped with plenty of action and exciting storylines.’ ????? ‘This was an excellent read. Thoroughly recommended. It made me want to visit North Wales.’ ????? ‘Fantastic. I really enjoyed this book’ ????? ‘Do yourself a favour and get a copy of The Dark Tide – you will not be disappointed.’ ?????