Jane Isaac

Her sister’s boyfriend. Her worst nightmare. On the night of her mother’s wake, Ewan kisses a shocked Ruby. They both agree to pretend that the kiss never happened – in fact, according to Ewan, no one even needs to know he walked Ruby home. Because Ewan is seeing Ruby’s sister, Sophie. He’s been wonderful to Sophie, comforting her after her mother’s murder and taking care of her little kids, too. In short, he’s been the perfect boyfriend. This was just a stupid mistake. But when Ruby learns of another woman's murder close to Ewan’s route home on the night of the kiss, she fears that her lie has left her sister in terrible danger. After all, how well do the sisters really know Ewan? How well do they know each other? And are they sure they know the truth about what really happened on the day their mother died? A gripping and unputdownable thriller that will keep you guessing into the early hours of the morning. Perfect for fans of Claire McGowan, Sue Watson, and Jackie Kabler. Read what everyone is saying about One Good Lie: ‘Oh my GOODNESS!! I absolutely loved this... It got to the point where I was suspecting every single character in the book... The ending was twisty, thrilling, scary and, best of all, satisfying. Truly a wonderful psychological thriller that kept me captivated throughout!’ Shalini Boland, author of The Secret Mother, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Jane Isaac never lets us down; this is fast-paced storytelling at its best. One Good Lie is a chilling, unputdownable read, packed with menace and suspense and increasingly claustrophobic as we are sucked ever deeper into Ruby and Sophie’s lives. Highly recommended!’ Linda Huber, author of Baby Dear, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A page-turning family drama where no one is quite what they seem, One Good Lie is expertly plotted and brilliantly executed.’ Susi Holliday, author of The Last Resort ‘An exciting psychological thriller that will appeal to fans of Ruth Ware, Greer Hendricks, and Sarah Pekkanen... Excellently-written, well-plotted... I sped through this book and finished it in a day... If you're a fan of the thriller genre, you won't regret checking out this book’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Absolutely kept me on the edge of my seat. I couldn’t wait to find out what happened. The ending didn’t disappoint. I highly recommend this one.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Book drought over! Hooked from page one, didn't stop reading until silly o'clock, had a few hours’ sleep, walked the dog then dived back in to finish. Totally believable characters, great plot... Plus a moving depiction of how easily one can get caught up in a controlling relationship.’ Goodreads Reviewer ‘5 Stars! Highly recommend. It was hard to put this book down. It was a fast paced story full of suspense. I was hooked from the first chapter. This thriller was fun to read. I absolutely loved this story of two sisters. Well written, well plotted, engaging characters.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This is my first book by this author but it won't be my last! This book had intrigue, suspense, action, and a big whodunnit!! I usually can figure out who did it but this one had me shocked at finding out who it was! I definitely recommend reading this book!’ NetGalley Reviewer

A gripping psychological thriller

One Good Lie

Sometimes your enemies are closer than you think... Nicole Jameson has always been proud of her husband, Ethan. He’s built a successful career in finance, and his employers, the Harrisons, treat them like family. They’re a firm who look after their own, and even gave a loan to the company chauffeur, Conrad, to fund his pilot licence. When the two men are returning from a business trip, the worst possible thing happens – their plane crashes into the sea. No survivors are expected to be found. Nicole is heartbroken, much like Conrad’s wife, Ania. She never warmed to Nicole, but now they share a bond of grief. When evidence is found that Conrad took drugs shortly before the plane departed with him at the controls, the two women begin to wonder if all is not what it seems. But when they ask questions about events leading up to the crash, unsettling occurrences suggest it wasn’t a good idea. Sinister-looking men follow them, the Harrisons are increasingly cagey, and the women wonder if there is not more to this than a tragic accident. But are the most dangerous people the ones they have already allowed to get too close...? A compelling psychological thriller that will keep you guessing until the final page. Perfect for fans of S. E. Lynes, Lauren North and Jane Corry.

A compelling psychological thriller you won't be able to put down

One Fatal Secret

'Jane Isaac writes with real confidence and attention to detail... enjoyable and authentic' Mari Hannah Latest crime thriller from best-selling author of The Truth Will Out, Jane Isaac. A gripping thriller perfect for fans of Gillian Flynn, S.J. Watson, B A Paris and Sophie Hannah

Before It's Too Late

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?Nominated as best mystery in the 'eFestival of Words Best of the Independent eBook awards 2013'

An Unfamiliar Murder

After He's Gone  DC Beth Chamberlain #1

'In a crowded field, Jane Isaac writes like a seasoned professional.' Mick Herron The latest DI Will Jackman crime thriller from the best-selling author of The Truth Will Out, Jane Isaac. A gripping thriller perfect for fans of Gillian Flynn, S.J. Watson, B A Paris and Sophie Hannah

The Lies Within

When a series of women's bodies are discovered in the heart of rural Hamptonshire with a pentagram carved on their chests, DCI Helen Lavery is forced into a cat and mouse chase with a murderer who ultimately turns the tables and targets her. Meanwhile, she is shocked to discover that her younger son's new best friend is the nephew of organised crime boss Chilli Franks - the man who has held a grudge against Helen's family since her father first put him away in the 1990s. As her personal and professional lives collide, Helen finds herself in mortal danger as she races to track down the serial killer and restore safety to the streets of Hampton.

Evil Intent (the DCI Helen Lavery Thrillers Book 4)

THE FLOOR FELT HARD BENEATH HER FACE. NANCY OPENED HER EYES. BLINKED SEVERAL TIMES. A PAIN SEARED THROUGH HER HEAD. SHE COULD FEEL FLUID. NO. SHE WAS LYING IN FLUID. Nancy Faraday wakes up on the kitchen floor. The house has been broken into and her boyfriend is missing. Meanwhile, when a body is discovered in a burnt-out barn in the Warwickshire countryside, DI Will Jackman is called to investigate. As the case unravels, Jackman realises that nothing is quite as it appears - and everyone, it seems, has a secret. Can he discover the truth behind the body in the fire, and track down the killer, before Nancy becomes the next victim?

Beneath the Ashes

'Gripping subjects, brilliantly drawn characters and a twisty turny journey from beginning to end. A tense, thrilling read and definitely 5 humongous ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ from me' Angela Marsons. Someone stole a baby... One sunny day in July, someone took three-month-old Alicia Owen from her pram outside a supermarket. Her mother, Marie, was inside. No one saw who took Alicia. And no one could find her. They silenced her cry... Fifteen years later, a teenager on a construction site sees a tiny hand in the ground. When the police investigate, they find a baby buried and preserved in concrete. Could it be Alicia? But the truth will always out. When Alicia disappeared, the papers accused Marie of detachment and neglect. The Owens never got over the grief of their child's disappearance and divorced not long after. By reopening the case, DC Beth Chamberlain must reopen old wounds. But the killer may be closer than anyone ever suspected... The latest crime thriller featuring Family Liaison Officer DC Beth Chamberlain, Hush Little Baby is tightly plotted, fraught with tension and impossible to put down. Perfect for fans of Cara Hunter and K.L. Slater. Praise for Jane Isaac: 'Jane Isaac knows how to tell a good yarn. Expertly plotted and true to life' Mel Sherratt on For Better, For Worse. 'Isaac does a superb job of escalating the tension and dread' Publishers Weekly. 'Move over La Plante...' Susan May, Suspense Magazine. 'Tense, dark and gritty: perfect combination' Ian Patrick, author of Rubicon. 'Crime writing at its best' David Evans, CWA Debut Dagger-shortlisted author of Torment. 'Jane Isaac just gets better with every book. Deeply unsettling and unputdownable' Rebecca Bradley, bestselling author of the DI Hannah Robbins series. 'Jane Isaac writes unmissable quality crime fiction' Michael Wood, author of For Reasons Unknown. 'Gripped from the very first page ... and just when you think it's over, it's really only the beginning' June Taylor, author of Losing Juliet. 'Brilliantly and intricately plotted, Jane Isaac has produced a terrific page-turner' Lizzie Sirett, Mystery People.

the electrifying new domestic crime thriller

Hush Little Baby

Die trauernde Witwe. Die andere Frau. Doch wer ist wer? Der packende Thriller für Fans von Gillian Flynn Als Cameron Swift vor dem Haus seiner Familie erschossen wird, wird Opferschutzbeamtin DC Beth Chamberlain ausgewählt, um die Familie zu unterstützen – und gegen sie zu ermitteln. Monika, Camerons Partnerin und Mutter von zwei Söhnen, musste von seinem leblosen Körper entfernt werden, nachdem sie ihn entdeckt hatte. Sie hat keine Ahnung, warum jemand Cameron töten wollte. Jedem in ihrer wohlhabenden Gemeinde erschienen Monika und ihre Familie vollkommen normal. Doch dann erhält Beth einen Anruf ... Sara ist mit ihren Töchtern im Urlaub, als sie die Nachrichten sieht. Sie ist empört darüber, dass sich niemand bei ihr gemeldet hat. Immerhin sind sie und Cameron seit sieben Jahren zusammen. Und plötzlich ist nichts mehr so wie es scheint und jeder hat seine Geheimnisse – besonders die Toten. Erste Leserstimmen „Voller spannender Geheimnisse und Wendungen – sehr empfehlenswerter Thriller!“ „Man weiß irgendwann selbst nicht mehr was man glauben soll ...“ „fesselnd und unvorhersehbar bis zum Schluss“ „Eines meiner absoluten Thriller-Highlights, so spannend!“ „Packende Ermittlungen und authentische Charaktere – ein Krimithriller der Extraklasse.“

Im Netz der Lügen

The Other Woman

In the suburban town of Hampton, the peaceful night air is shattered by the sound of gunfire. Outside a local pub, five are feared dead and the murderer has fled the scene.

the chilling chase between a female detective and a hidden shooter that will keep you up at night

In the Shadows

Now in one volume, three DI Will Jackman crime thrillers. “Jane Isaac has created a commanding new protagonist.”—Rebecca Bradley, bestselling author of the DI Hannah Robbins series Delve into the world of DI Will Jackman with The Jane Isaac Collection—an ebook exclusive. This box set contains three police procedurals—Before It’s Too Late, Beneath the Ashes, The Lies Within—by the bestselling author at one bargain price . . . Before It’s Too Late Following an argument with her British boyfriend, a Chinese student is abducted while walking the dark streets of picturesque Stratford-upon-Avon alone. Trapped in a dark pit, she is at the mercy of her captor. Detective Inspector Will Jackman is tasked with solving the case and in his search for answers discovers that the truth is buried deeper than he ever expected . . . Beneath the Ashes When a body is discovered in a burnt-out barn in the Warwickshire countryside, DI Will Jackman is called to investigate. Nancy Faraday wakes up on the kitchen floor. The house has been broken into and her boyfriend is missing. As the case unravels, DI Jackman realizes that nothing is quite as it appears and everyone, it seems, has a secret . . . The Lies Within Grace Daniels is distraught after her daughter’s body is found in a Leicestershire country lane. Her only solace is the re-emergence of an old friend who seems to understand her loss. But when the police discover another victim, the spotlight falls on Grace. Can DI Jackman find the killer, before Grace is convicted of a crime she didn’t commit?

The Jane Isaac Collection

A “carefully executed police procedural, that hits all the targets” from the bestselling author of Before It’s Too Late and The Lies Within (Angela Clarke, author of On My Life). The floor felt hard beneath her face. Nancy opened her eyes. Blinked several times. A pain seared through her head. She could feel fluid. No. She was lying in fluid. When a body is discovered in a burnt-out barn in the Warwickshire countryside, DI Will Jackman is called to investigate. Nancy Faraday wakes up on the kitchen floor. The house had been broken into and her boyfriend is missing. As the case unravels, DI Jackman realizes that nothing is quite as it appears and everyone, it seems, has a secret. Can he discover the truth behind the body in the fire, and track down the killer before Nancy becomes the next victim? “I thought I’d never read a book that came close to the realities of crime and policing. Then I read this.”—Ian Patrick, author of Rubicon “A smart, intelligent and tightly woven police procedural with real depth of human emotion at its heart.”—Rebecca Bradley, bestselling author of the DI Hannah Robbins series “A sharp, gripping read which drew me in from the first page. With engaging characters and an impressive level of authenticity, this is a police procedural that you won’t be able to put down.”—Caroline Mitchell, author of Silent Victim “If you like pacy convincing police procedurals this is one for you.”—Kate Ellis, author of the DI Wesley Peterson crime series

"When the mutilated body of a police officer is found in a derelict factory, Hamptonshire force are shocked to the core. DCI Helen Lavery returns from injury leave and is immediately plunged into an investigation like no other. Is this a random attack or is someone targeting the force? Organized crime groups or a lone killer? As the net draws in, Helen finds the truth lies closer than she could have imagined, and trusts no one. But Helen is facing a twisted killer who will stop at nothing to ensure their secrets remain hidden. And time is running out."--Publisher description.

A Deathly Silence

'If you like Agatha Christie, Patricia Cornwall and Gillian Flynn, you'll love The Truth Will Out' Mari Ellis Dunning "Everything's going to be okay." "What if it's not?" Suddenly, she turned. For a split second she halted, her head inclined. "Naomi, what is it?" She whisked back to face Eva. "There's somebody in the house..." Eva is horrified when she witnesses an attack on her best friend. She calls an ambulance and forces herself to flee Hampton, fearing for her own safety. DCI Helen Lavery leads the investigation into the murder. With no leads, no further witnesses and no sign of forced entry, the murder enquiry begins. Slowly, the pieces of the puzzle start to come together. But as Helen inches towards solving the case, her past becomes caught up in her present. Someone is after them both. Someone who will stop at nothing to get what they want. And as the net starts to close around them, can Helen escape her own demons as well as helping Eva to escape hers? What Reviewers and Readers Say 'Meet DCI Helen Lavery. Capable. Vulnerable. Driven.' Alison Bruce 'My kind of book. Jane Isaac writes with real confidence and attention to detail. An enjoyable and authentic British police procedural.' Mari Hannah 'The criminal world is always closer than you think... Tense and cop-savvy.' Phil Rickman A gripping thriller perfect for fans of Gillian Flynn, S.J. Watson, B A Paris and Sophie Hannah BOOKS BY JANE ISAAC DCI Helen Lavery Book 1: An Unfamiliar Murder Book 2: The Truth Will Out Book 3: A Deathly Silence DI Will Jackman Book 1: Before It's Too Late Book 2: Beneath the Ashes Book 3: The Lies Within

The Truth Will Out

'Tense and cop-savvy.' Phil Rickman 'If you like Agatha Christie, Patricia Cornwall and Gillian Flynn, you'll love The Truth Will Out.' Mari Ellis Dunning A gripping thriller perfect for fans of Gillian Flynn, S.J. Watson, B A Paris and Sophie Hannah

Shocking. Page-Turning. Crime Thriller with DCI Helen Lavery

“A well-crafted mystery . . . Crime writing at its best” from the bestselling author of Beneath the Ashes and Before It’s Too Late (David Evans, international bestselling author). Be under no illusions by her kind face and eloquent manner . . . This woman is guilty of murder . . . Grace Daniels is distraught after her daughter’s body is found in a Leicestershire country lane. With her family falling apart and the investigation going nowhere, Grace’s only solace is the re-emergence of Faye, an old friend who seems to understand her loss. DI Will Jackman delves into the case, until a family tragedy and a figure from his past threaten to derail him. When the police discover another victim, the spotlight falls on Grace. Can Jackman find the killer, before Grace is convicted of a crime she didn’t commit? “Isaac does a superb job of escalating the tension and dread.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Visceral and compelling reading. Another cracker from Jane Isaac.”—Ian Patrick, author of Rubicon “Jane Isaac just gets better with every book. Deeply unsettling and unputdownable.”—Rebecca Bradley, bestselling author of the DI Hannah Robbins series “A perfectly executed police investigation into a horrific act of violence and a moving depiction of buried secrets. My first read from Jane Isaac but definitely not my last.”—Sarah Ward, author of A Deadly Thaw “An intelligent, convincing thriller with genuine characters and a pacy plot. Jane Isaac writes unmissable quality crime fiction.”—Michael Wood, author of The Murder House “Gripped from the very first page . . . Mesmerizing and disturbing.”—June Taylor, author of Keep Your Friends Close

A gripping thriller perfect for fans of Gillian Flynn, S.J. Watson, B A Paris and Sophie Hannah 'Fans of Lynda La Plante’s Jane Tennison will be pleased' Publishers Weekly When the mutilated body of a police officer is found in a derelict factory, the Hamptonshire police force is shocked to the core. DCI Helen Lavery returns from injury leave and is immediately plunged into an investigation like no other. Is this a random attack or is someone targeting the force? Organised crime groups or a lone killer? As the net draws in, Helen finds the truth lies closer than she could have imagined, and trusts no one. But Helen is facing a twisted killer who will stop at nothing to ensure their secrets remain hidden. And time is running out... REVIEWS 'The novel will appeal to every crime reader who enjoys clever plotting and brilliant procedural detail' Kate Rhodes 'An atmospheric and reassuringly authentic police investigation that tears along at a rip-roaring pace' A.J. Waines 'This was a gripping page-turner of a read – I finished it in one sitting!' LJ Ross 'Such a smart, classy and satisfying read. Isaac really is the queen of the police procedural... Isaac patiently drip-feeds the story – her biggest talent – and the pay-off is that you really care, so the twist is doubly shocking. Loved it' Louise Beech 'Perfectly plotted police procedural that engages the reader from the discovery of the first body through a fast-paced investigation dogged by leaks, to a dramatic and terrifying conclusion. Jane Isaac at her best' Anne Coates 'Jane Isaac weaves a tense story where you don't know who to trust or believe and you can't help but keep turning the pages. She is a master of the procedural and a go-to writer if you want your story twisted' Rebecca Bradley 'An intriguing and deeply authentic mystery paired with a solid police procedural, A Deathly Silence tells a tragic yet utterly compelling story. Expertly plotted and filled with realistic, well-drawn characters, this is an excellent addition to the DI Helen Lavery series' SJI Holliday 'Everything else was put on hold; I was reading at breakneck speed. A first-rate, fast-paced and utterly compelling police procedural – highly recommended' Clare Chase ‘A clever, mind-twisting police procedural, with a cast of well-thought out characters, and a depth that will appeal to mystery addicts' Daisy White 'A gripping read. Tense, pacy and authentic – you won't want to put it down!' Roz Watkins 'The brilliant DI Lavery is back to solve a chilling murder. Isaac unravels the shocking, dark mystery with skill and an excellent eye for detail' Caroline England 'From its chilling opening pages, A Deathly Silence is a gripping and superior police procedural. You might end up reading this one in a day. I can't wait to see what she bring us next' Howard Linskey BOOKS BY JANE ISAAC DCI Helen Lavery Book 1: An Unfamiliar Murder Book 2: The Truth Will Out Book 3: A Deathly Silence DI Will Jackman Book 1: Before It's Too Late Book 2: Beneath the Ashes Book 3: The Lies Within

A Deathly Silence (The DCI Helen Lavery Thrillers Book 3)

CALL OF DEATH Eva Carradine is horrified when she witnesses an attack on her best friend, Naomi Spence, during a video call. Fearing for her own safety, Eva calls an ambulance and flees her home. DCI Helen Lavery leads the investigation into Naomi’s murder, but with no leads, no further witnesses and no sign of forced entry, the pieces of the puzzle are slow to come together. As Helen inches towards solving the case, her past becomes caught up in her present. Someone is after both her and Eva. Someone who will stop at nothing to get what they want. When the net starts to close around them, can Helen escape her own demons as well as help Eva to escape hers? REVIEWS ‘If you like Agatha Christie, Patricia Cornwall and Gillian Flynn, you’ll love The Truth Will Out’ Mari Ellis Dunning ‘Meet DCI Helen Lavery. Capable. Vulnerable. Driven.’ Alison Bruce 'My kind of book. Jane Isaac writes with real confidence and attention to detail. An enjoyable and authentic British police procedural.' Mari Hannah 'The criminal world is always closer than you think... Tense and cop-savvy.' Phil Rickman A gripping thriller perfect for fans of Gillian Flynn, S.J. Watson, B A Paris and Sophie Hannah BOOKS BY JANE ISAAC DCI Helen Lavery Book 1: An Unfamiliar Murder Book 2: The Truth Will Out Book 3: A Deathly Silence DI Will Jackman Book 1: Before It's Too Late Book 2: Beneath the Ashes Book 3: The Lies Within

Jane Isaac

About

Books

Join the club