Fatal Promise
Eeny meeny, miney, moe. Who lives, who dies only I know.
When a doctor is discovered brutally murdered in local woodland, Detective Kim Stone is shocked to discover the victim is Gordon Cordell - a man linked to a previous case she worked on. Gordon has a chequered past, but who would want him dead?
When Gordon's son is involved in a horrific car crash which leaves him fighting for his life, Kim's sure this is no accident.
Then a woman is found dead in suspicious circumstances and Kim makes a disturbing link between the victims and Russells Hall Hospital. The same hospital where Gordon worked.
Kim and her team are still grieving the loss of one of their own, but now they're facing one of the most dangerous serial killers they've ever encountered. Can Kim keep her squad together and hunt him down before he claims his next victim?
Because he's not finished yet...
From multi-million copy number one bestseller Angela Marsons comes an absolutely nail-biting, edge-of-your-seat crime thriller.
What readers are saying about Fatal Promise:
'Marsons for me is the QUEEN of this genre... I just adore her. Bloody FABULOUS.' Postcard Reviews
'Angela Marsons has now been officially awarded my Queen of Crime Writing accolade... if you are going to read one book this year then make it this one... I guarantee you will absolutely not regret it.' Stardust Book Reviews, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'A fascinating read full of twists and turns... If you haven't read any of her books yet then you are seriously crazy! What are you waiting for!' Chapterinmylife, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'A winner... At one point I couldn't see the page for tears of sadness and on another occasion absolutely creased with laughter at the banter... amazing... I have no hesitation in recommending.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Brilliant thriller!!... hands down this is my favourite crime series...I will be recommending this one over and over!!' Donna's Book Blog, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'A compulsory read for everyone!!!!... A brilliant fast-paced read with oodles of brilliant shocking twists.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Brilliant... Every last page is packed with suspense, mystery and emotion... I couldn't bear to put it down even for a few minutes... if you haven't read this series yet, why not? Seriously if you are a lover of crime this is a series not to be missed.' The Book Review Café, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Angela Marsons
Angela Marsons is a storyteller whose work delves deep into the complexities of human nature, darkness, and the emotional undercurrents that shape crime and justice. Raised in the heart of the Black Country in the UK, Angela’s journey into writing was a quiet rebellion against convention. From an early age, she was captivated by the stories around her—both the ones told and the ones left unsaid. The crime genre found her in an unexpected way, through her fascination with the psychological intricacies of people and their darkest actions.
Detective Kim Stone
The Detective Kim Stone series invites readers into a dark and emotionally charged world of crime-solving, where every case reveals more than just a killer—but the scars that lie beneath the surface. At the heart of this gripping series is Detective Kim Stone, a sharp, driven investigator whose dedication to uncovering the truth is matched only by her own troubled past. As she uncovers buried secrets in the bleak, industrial backdrop of the Black Country, each case tests not only her intellect but her ability to confront her own emotional demons.
Detective Kim Stone consists of twenty-three primary books, and includes one additional book that complement the series but is not considered mandatory reads and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of one more book. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
