Lisa Cutts

To most people, Detective Inspector Milton Bowman appears to have an ideal life. But some secrets aren’t buried deep enough. After a tragic car accident, and a shocking murder, DI Milton's colleagues have to start digging into every aspect of his life. Suspicion and disbelief creep into their lives as a web of deceit unfolds - the Bowman family, friends and even colleagues come under suspicion. No one is to be trusted. Nothing is as it appears. Authoritative and experienced, Lisa Cutts is the author of four police procedural novels, based on her nineteen years of policing work. Praise for Lisa Cutts: 'Brutal, harrowing and compelling, Mercy Killing deftly challenges everything you thought you knew about police investigations. Lisa Cutts has a unique voice: empathetic, observant, incisive. This is a book to devour and recommend; everyone should read it' - ELIZABETH HAYNES, author of Into the Darkest Corner ‘I SO enjoyed Mercy Killing. Taut. Tense. Insider knowledge leaps from every page’ - SIMON BOOKER, author of Without Trace

Buried Secrets

Mercy Killing

When Nina returns to work after recovering from a near-fatal injury, she's supposed to be keeping her head down. But the cold case she's working on - an infamous train crash from 1964 - is no match for the lure of the shootings, drugs deaths and robberies keeping her colleagues busy. And before long she uncovers crucial new evidence linking the historic crash to the current spate of heroin-related deaths. Once again, she's back at the centre of a complex case which brings her face-to-face with a network of criminals who will stop at nothing to protect their empire.

Remember, remember

'Lisa Cutts knows exactly how to tell a cracking story' MARK BILLINGHAM The unputdownable new crime novel, brimming with expert knowledge and authenticity, from an author with over twenty years’ policing experience. SHE TRUSTED THEM WITH HER LIFE When Anna arrives in the UK, she believes it’s the start of a better life for her and her daughter. But what awaits her is more shocking than anything she could have ever imagined . . . SHE TRUSTED THEM WITH HER DAUGHTER DI Harry Powell is investigating a shooting, but the victim has been scared into silence. As Harry struggles to piece together what little information he has, he stumbles upon an operation that may put countless lives across the country at risk. SHE WAS WRONG As Anna’s situation grows more dangerous by the day, Harry is forced to push his overstretched team to the limits to find answers. But for one of them, will it already be too late? Praise for LOST LIVES: 'Utterly gripping and hauntingly realistic, I raced through this in one sitting' LISA HALL ?'Compelling, pacy, full of tension that had me gripped from the first page to the last' ANGELA MARSONS ‘A genuinely immersive read. Lisa’s background as a detective is used to such good effect in this clever, suspenseful tale’ KATE RHODES 'An important story, superbly and entertainingly told’ LOUISE CANDLISH, award-winning author of Our House 'A moving and thought-provoking story that highlights one of today’s most merciless crimes . . . Compulsive reading' RACHEL ABBOTT 'A gritty, timely and harrowing police procedural, we read this in hours, but it lingered in our thoughts for days' heat 4* review 'Lost Lives left me breathless . . . heartbreaking and thrilling - this is pure genius' ELIZABETH HAYNES ‘Masterful storytelling from a writer at the top of her game’ JULIE WASSMER

A must-read crime novel for 2019 – from a real-life police detective

Lost Lives

Few kidnap victims grow up to become police officers - but this is exactly what Nina Foster did. Following a frenzied stabbing she is drafted into her first murder investigation. With former rescuer DCI Stan McGuire as her mentor and John ('Wingsy') Wing as her partner, she thrives on the pace and banter that go with the job. As the body count increases and the force's biggest-ever manhunt gets underway, Nina is determinded to find the murderer. But when the story of her own traumatic childhood comes to light - a past she's worked hard to hide - her role on the team is threatened. Suddenly her job, her peace of mind and her safety are all in danger. And this time DCI Stan McGuire won't be there to save her. Fast-paced, and with a shocking twist, this compelling crime debut by police insider Lisa Cutts takes us to the heart of the Major Incident Room - introducing a gutsy new heroine to the crime scene.

Never Forget

Meet Belinda Penshurst. Castle owner, dog lover... crime solver? Belinda Penshurst loves her home village Little Challham, with its shady lanes, two pubs and weekly market, and she's determined to keep it peaceful. She may live in Challham Castle but she knows almost everything that goes on under her nose. So when irritable pub landlord Tipper is found dead in his cellar, she's perfectly placed to investigate. Retired detective Harry Powell moved to Little Challham for a quiet life. He didn't expect to be dragged into a murder investigation. But the police don't seem half as enthusiastic as Belinda about the case, and there are strange things happening in the village. Particularly the number of dogs that have disappeared lately... Is there a dognapper snaffling schnauzers and luring away Labradors? Is Belinda barking mad to be worried that her brother Marcus was arguing with Tipper on the day he died? Belinda and Harry track down the suspects: the rival landlord, the outraged barmaid, the mysterious man in the black car following dogwalkers around. But are the dogged detectives running out of time to sniff out the killer, before he starts hounding them? A charming cozy mystery full of laughs and eccentric characters. Fans of M.C. Beaton, H.Y. Hanna and Emily Organ will love the first novel in the Belinda Penshurst series! See what readers are saying about Murder in the Village 'Wonderful... I absolutely adored this book! Had me reading and finishing the book in no time! I highly recommend this book! Stunning, a page-turner which stays long in the memory!' NetGalley reviewer 'What a great start to a new series!... A lively, spark-filled investigation... Wonderfully entertaining with the perfect set of ingredients.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Charming... A super quick read perfect for the beach!' Bless Their Hearts Mom, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A zany cast of characters, most of whom are suspected of being dognappers, murderers or both. A humorous mystery perfect for dog lovers' Goodreads reviewer 'Fun, full of mystery... Top notch cosy crime... Has a kind of Midsomer Murders vibe and in spite of the murderer on the loose, kept me smiling from start to finish... Fabulous... I can't wait to see what this fabulous duo get up to next. Fans of cosy mysteries (and dog lovers) are just going to eat this up.' Jen Med's Book Reviews 'Excellent village mayhem and murder' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Murder in the Village: A Completely Unputdownable English Cozy Mystery

The brand new GRIPPING AND AUTHENTIC crime thriller from Lisa Cutts, a REAL LIFE POLICE DETECTIVE. 'Lisa Cutts knows exactly how to tell a cracking story' MARK BILLINGHAM What if the person sworn to protect you, is the only one you should fear? After the body of a missing woman is discovered in a shallow grave, Detective Inspector Harry Powell steps in to lead the hunt for the killer. But when his investigation brings him face to face with an old case in his career, he begins to fear that a fatal mistake from his past may have left a dangerous criminal roaming free. While the Murder Squad are occupied by their new case, a new arrival sends ripples throughout the ranks. On the outside, Detective Constable Dane Hoopman appears to be like any other officer, but under the surface, does a dark secret lie in wait? As Harry’s search for the killer intensifies, he notices that his newest recruit is growing ever closer to one of the more vulnerable members on his team. Are Dane Hoopman’s intentions all that they seem? Or might Harry’s investigation end up leading him much closer to home . . . PRAISE FOR LISA CUTTS: 'Utterly gripping and hauntingly realistic, I raced through this in one sitting' LISA HALL 'Compelling, pacy, full of tension that had me gripped from the first page to the last' ANGELA MARSONS ‘A genuinely immersive read. Lisa’s background as a detective is used to such good effect in this clever, suspenseful tale’ KATE RHODES 'Not only a smart, compulsive police procedural, but also a candid and compassionate exposure of people trafficking . . . An important story, superbly and entertainingly told’ LOUISE CANDLISH, author of OUR HOUSE 'A moving and thought-provoking story that highlights one of today’s most merciless crimes . . . Compulsive reading' RACHEL ABBOTT 'Lost Lives left me breathless . . . heartbreaking and thrilling - this is pure genius' ELIZABETH HAYNES ‘Masterful storytelling from a writer at the top of her game’ JULIE WASSMER

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