Dark Game (Detective Kelly Porter Book 1)

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What readers are saying about Dark Game ‘ The investigations come to a dangerous conclusion. Be prepared to be taken on a journey ’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It’s all about how you use that information really and how I use my imagination. As long as it’s feasible, it’s believable.’ It’s so subjective, you are talking about somebody reading your words and saying, “no, don’t like that”. But that’s their personal opinion. A big agent might get sent 70,000 manuscripts a year and might take on five writers. At the end of the day if there’s a professional saying that this is not quite right, chances are it’s not quite right and you need to just keep working at it.’ Don't miss this taut and gripping debut from a crime writer to watch. Perfect for fans of Carol Wyer, Patricia Gibney and Angela Marsons.

Dark Game By Rachel Lynch |The Works

A dark and gritty fast paced thriller with a twisty turny, interwoven plot that had me excited to reach the climax’ Gemma’s Book Nook Rob went for a walk one night with his dog and put the photo on Facebook. I said that looks like the cover of a crime thriller and he replied: “It’s yours if you want it”. That day I created the story in my head of this young boy who goes and watches a man in a cemetery. It was all based upon that photograph.’ I had to explain to children why world leaders, who are supposed to be people we look up to, do despicable things. Children find it really hard to get their head round that. Delving into the dark side of human nature and what drives people to do horrible things is what I find fascinating. The story is frighteningly realistic ; the crimes, as they take place are described brilliantly… the next one can’t come soon enough.' Nigel Adams Book Worm For my sports therapy in particular I had to be very specific about anatomy and physiology, so that really comes in handy in the forensic scenes like the autopsies.’

The investigations come to a dangerous conclusion. Be prepared to be taken on a journey’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A dark and gritty fast paced thriller with a twisty turny, interwoven plot that had me excited to reach the climax' Gemma's Book Nook What a fantastic read! I loved this book , the characters were interesting and likeable and I can't wait for book 2 ! The plot was exciting and full of emotion and twists, it was just a really great book that I thoroughly enjoyed.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ So what does a day in the life of a full-time novelist look like? ‘It’s like anything, you don’t really want to sit down but you have to. I’m a faffer – I can easily find things to distract me. But once my computer is open, off I go. What a fantastic read! I loved this book, the characters were interesting and likeable and I can't wait for book 2! The plot was exciting and full of emotion and twists, it was just a really great book that I thoroughly enjoyed.' NetGalley reviewer

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If she were to sum up the core of her books, what would it be? ‘Our capacity for compassion but also brutality is what intrigues me,’ she says. She adds that this intrigue began in her days as a history teacher. Meanwhile, Kelly is also investigating two seemingly straightforward crimes: a case involving an illegal immigrant, and a robbery following the death of local businessman Colin Day. But evidence comes to light that reveals a web of criminal activity beyond anything Kelly imagined. Behind the veneer of sleepy, touristy towns lies a dark and dangerous underworld. As Kelly threatens to expose those with much to lose, she risks paying the ultimate price to get to the truth… Meanwhile, Kelly is also investigating two seemingly straightforward crimes: a case involving an illegal immigrant, and a robbery following the death of local businessman Colin Day. But evidence comes to light that reveals a web of criminal activity beyond anything Kelly imagined. The investigations come to a dangerous conclusion. Be prepared to be taken on a journey' 5* Reader reviewRachel Lynch's new crime thriller, Lost Cause, the latest Detective Kelly Porter book (Image: Canelo) Behind the veneer of sleepy, touristy towns lies a dark and dangerous underworld. As Kelly threatens to expose those with much to lose, she risks paying the ultimate price to get to the truth... The story is frighteningly realistic; the crimes, as they take place are described brilliantly... the next one can’t come soon enough.' Nigel Adams Book Worm It’s really interesting talking to other writers online, everybody is so different. Some writers have these spreadsheets of every detail and cut and paste – it’s like a scientific experiment.’ I don’t know who said it but I read, “you’ve got to write the crap out of yourself before you are any good”'