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About DEAD AND GONE an utterly gripping British crime thriller (DI Matthew Adams)

DI Matthew Adams’ daughter is dead. Her killer is now six feet under. But the final words of her murderer, Patrick Sullivan, play on his mind. Payback time, Matthew. Comprendre? The unsettling promise seems empty. Until Adams is called to a horrifying crime scene. The young woman’s bruised and battered body lies in a dark alley. There are ligature marks on her neck and one shoe is missing. Beside her is a red stiletto . . . but it’s not hers. It’s Sullivan’s signature MO. Adams immediately feels sick. He can almost hear Sullivan mocking him from the grave. Then Adams is accused of this brutal murder — and the police have evidence. Will Adams take the fall for Sullivan’s last victim . . . or can he outwit a dead man? Perfect for fans of Angela Marsons, Mark Billingham, Robert Bryndza and Peter James. Please note this is a revised edition of Sins of the Father. Readers love DEAD AND GONE: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This is a fast paced, gripping action thriller.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A frenetic roller coaster ride which kept me completely rapt throughout and left me totally satisfied at its conclusion.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘If you want a nail-biting read, you must get this series.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘An emotional read with some funny one-liners.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The story is gripping, the plot is thrilling and compelling. Another cracking read.’ THE DETECTIVE Matthew Adams is a dedicated detective and a loving husband. When Patrick Sullivan, a notorious criminal, murders his daughter in revenge, Adams grapples with his grief and guilt. He should have been there to protect her. His vendetta with Sullivan grows, challenging his moral compass. But Adams is determined to get justice for his daughter.

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