A Fatal Secret

By Faith Martin

Book Overview

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'The pairing of Ryder and Loveday is a stroke of genius.' Clare Chase, author of the Eve Mallow and Tara Thorpe mysteries

Oxford, 1961. A family outing to Briar's Hall ends in tragedy when eleven-year-old Eddie is found dead at the bottom of a disused well.

At first, it appears to be a tragic accident - but Coroner Clement Ryder and WPC Trudy Loveday aren't convinced. Why would a boy afraid of heights go near a well? And if he was climbing and accidentally fell, why are there no signs of cuts or dirt on his hands?

As they investigate, the secrets of Briar's Hall - and the mysterious de Lacey family who live there - begin to surface. Soon, Ryder and Loveday begin to fear that Eddie may have stumbled upon a secret that someone was willing to kill for...

A gripping, twisty cosy crime novel, perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Richard Osman and M.C. Beaton.

'Absolutely loved it... The characters were some of the best I've read in a long time.' Angela Marsons, no. 1 bestselling author of the Kim Stone seriesReaders LOVE A Fatal Secret

'Absolutely perfect This is the book I have been craving since I last read the Thursday Murder Club series ' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Very entertaining... Full of red herrings, plot twists and turns. I thought I knew who was the killer but I was wrong.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Have become an addict of Faith Martin - love her novels.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'This author's books are soothing to the soul. Her characters are likable, and the plots always keep me guessing. Excellent fun.'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'A brilliant book This is Faith Martin at her scintillating best ... A cracking good read... Highly recommend this book and I give it a delighted 5 stars ' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Gripping suspense that will have you on the edge of your seat. I was hooked from page one.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Great plot, excellent main characters and I read it in one sitting I would highly recommend this book.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Gripping... Crime-busting nostalgia at its very best.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Ryder and Loveday Series

Book 1: A FATAL OBSESSION

Book 2: A FATAL MISTAKE

Book 3: A FATAL FLAW

Book 4: A FATAL SECRET

Book 5: A FATAL TRUTH

Book 6: A FATAL AFFAIR

Book 7: A FATAL NIGHT

Book 8: A FATAL END

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0008348677
• ISBN13: 9780008348670
• Release Date: June 2020
• Publisher: HQ Digital
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.1" x 8.0"