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The body count is rising and Le Claire must battle a web of lies and half-truths as he tries to catch a brutal murderer before they claim yet another victim. Secrets, lies, betrayal and greed. A fast-paced thriller with an ending readers say they couldn't guess. Well, I didn't see that coming  This first book in The DCI Jack Le Claire Series introduces us to a beautiful island where secrets are rife. The second book, Blood Ties, can easily be read as a standalone novel and takes DCI Jack Le Claire on a walk through the darker, wilder side of island life. Obsession, lies, desire . and murder. One of those books where you have to drop everything to finish it. What a great read, absolutely loved it. Brilliant book, kept me gripped until the end. Crime, suspense, murder. what more could you want? I'm going to do what I very rarely do and immediately buy Book 2 in this series. Downloaded - ironing on hold   It's fantastic. 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