Detective Inspector Bob Willis · #2

Blast from the Past

Damien Boyd

Crime Fiction Suspense Thriller Mystery Thriller
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A dark cloud casts a long shadow in this thriller from the bestselling DI Bob Willis series.

It is 1986. Assigned to a new Cold Case Unit, retired Detective Inspector Mungo ‘Bob’ Willis has reopened the investigation into the 1962 disappearance of a nine-year-old boy. Paul Bromfield was snatched from one of the last steam trains from Evercreech Junction to Burnham-on-Sea and later found dead in an abandoned bunker.

A day at the seaside turned to tragedy. And a child’s name everyone remembers.

The killer has been watching—waiting for this moment. When another child vanishes and chilling messages begin to arrive, Bob finds himself caught in a dangerous game. With time running out, he must decipher clues that have been hidden in plain sight for decades; clues that point to the lasting fallout of a forgotten nightmare.

The truth is still out there. And it’s not finished with him yet.

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January 6, 2026
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Damien Boyd

Damien Boyd is a British author who has captivated readers with his thrilling crime novels, particularly the popular DI Nick Dixon series. Known for his razor-sharp plots and intricate character development, Boyd’s books delve deep into the darker corners of the human experience, blending suspense and detective work with a finely tuned understanding of psychology. Boyd’s journey into writing was shaped by his career in law enforcement, providing him with firsthand knowledge of crime investigation and police procedures. This unique perspective informs his writing, lending an authentic touch to the procedural details and the complex dynamics…