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LOST VICTIM (Detective Rachel King #6) by Helen H Durrant

‘An exciting read . . . If you like crime with something a bit different, you’ll love this!’ Carole
MEET DETECTIVE RACHEL KING IN THIS BRILLIANT CRIME SERIES.
A brand-new mystery from #1 bestselling author Helen H. Durrant that will have you gripped from start to pulsating finish.
After three months off, a gruesome murder throws Detective Rachel King back into the thick of it. But can she cope? The pressures of the job and of being a single mum are taking their toll.
It’s a horrifying sight. The body of an elderly woman is carefully posed on the altar. There’s gaffer tape over her mouth, her hands are crossed over her chest, tied together with white ribbon. A single white rose is placed between her fingers.
The victim is quickly identified as Mary Dunn, whose turn it was to arrange the church flowers. Everyone loved Mary. The motive for her murder is a mystery.
Then forensic evidence produces a shocking result: a link to the Slasher, a notorious serial killer who stalked the streets of Manchester fifteen years before. But the Slasher was murdered in prison — so how come his DNA is found on Mary’s clothing?
Does Detective Rachel King have a serial killer on her patch? One who’s back from the dead . . .
A MYSTERY FULL OF STUNNING TWISTS WHICH YOU WON’T WANT TO PUT DOWN.
Perfect for fans of Angela Marsons, Rachel McLean, Kimberley Chambers, Damien Boyd, Rachel Abbott, Patricia Gibney, D.S. Butler or Mark Billingham.
WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT HELEN H. DURRANT:

‘Another first-class read from Helen H. Durrant.’ Iain


‘This pulls at the heart strings . . . a satisfying and enjoyable read.’ Carol S.


‘Wow . . . this will keep you on the edge of your seat. Brilliant story from this author.’ Booklover Bev


‘Loved it. Read it in one sitting.’ Aileen

THE DETECTIVE
DCI Rachel King. Mother of two teenage daughters and a toddler son. Divorced from Alan. She lives in the Cheshire village of Poynton — about ten miles from central Manchester. She is good at her job, gets results but can occasionally make mistakes. One of them was getting involved with a budding villain in her teens. A decision which continues to haunt her.
ALSO BY HELEN H. DURRANT
DETECTIVE RACHEL KING
Book 1: NEXT VICTIM
2 / 2
Book 2: TWO VICTIMS
Book 3: WRONG VICTIM
Book 4: FORGOTTEN VICTIM
Book 5: LAST VICTIM
Book 6: LOST VICTIM
THE CALLADINE & BAYLISS MYSTERY SERIES
Book 1: DEAD WRONG
Book 2: DEAD SILENT
Book 3: DEAD LIST
Book 4: DEAD LOST
Book 5: DEAD & BURIED
Book 6: DEAD NASTY
Book 7: DEAD JEALOUS
Book 8: DEAD BAD
Book 9: DEAD GUILTY
Book 10: DEAD WICKED
Book 11: DEAD SORRY
Book 12: DEAD REAL
DETECTIVE ALICE ROSSI
Book 1: THE ASH LAKE MURDERS
THE DCI GRECO BOOKS
Book 1: DARK MURDER
Book 2: DARK HOUSES
Book 3: DARK TRADE
Book 4: DARK ANGEL
MATT BRINDLE
Book 1: HIS THIRD VICTIM
Book 2: THE OTHER VICTIM
DETECTIVES LENNOX & WILDE
Book 1: THE GUILTY MAN
Book 2: THE FACELESS MAN
Book 3: THE WRONG WOMAN

HELEN H. DURRANT
OVER 1 MILLION BOOKS SOLD!
Helen is one of the ‘baby boomer’ generation and began writing when she retired from her job at a local college. Born in Edinburgh to an English father and Scottish mother the family settled in a Pennine village between the counties of Lancashire and Yorkshire. It is an environment which has shaped her stories. Writing is a second career and, despite having a bus pass, keeps her busy, and tuned in.
Helen’s children are all grown-up and she has five grandchildren.

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MY REVIEW I believe this one is book 6 in the series but works so well alone. I’ve read the odd one or two previously from this author, so I knew I would enjoy the writing style, and plot creation, as well as characters I’ve got to know over time.

Not entirely believable on parts, and some bits made me shake my head in disbelief, however I totally enjoyed it, however unreal some of the actions felt to me. Maybe it doesn’t all have to be believable.

Good cohesive plot and plenty of turns and twists, but the pace at the end felt more rushed than previous ones, but that could just be me picking it up??