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Fake Alibi - An addictive crime thriller that will have you on the edge of your seat - cover

Fake Alibi - An addictive crime thriller that will have you on the edge of your seat

Leigh Russell

Publisher: No Exit Press

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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brilliant 'Another cracking book in this series, done it in a day looking forward to the next one' Charlie
When a wheelchair-bound woman is discovered in her home by a neighbour, flat on her back, eyes wide and staring at the ceiling, it soon becomes clear she has been strangled to death.
It is her son, Eddy, who is arrested for the crime. But is he really the killer, or is there something more sinister at play?
Only Geraldine doubts whether Eddy is cunning enough to kill his mother and cover his tracks so successfully.
As the body count rises, the investigation team becomes increasingly confused, putting Geraldine in a race against time to solve the case before more lives are lost.
Perfect for fans of Angela Marsons, Mel Sherratt and Karin Slaughter, you won't want to miss this thrilling tale of murder, deception, and betrayal.
Buckle up and get ready for an unforgettable journey through the twisted mind of a killer.
Can be read as a stand-alone.
Available since: 08/01/2022.
Print length: 320 pages.

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