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The Brightsea Spa Killer
(2022)(The ninth book in the DI Jack Dawes Mystery series)
A novel by Frances Lloyd
AN ENTHRALLING MURDER MYSTERY WITH A SHOCKING TWIST FROM A BESTSELLING AUTHOR.
Detective Jack Dawes is looking forward to a nice, quiet holiday with his wife, Corrie. And the seaside resort Now to Zen Hotel & Spa promises ‘a calming Zen environment’.
Perfect.
Corrie even registers his occupation as ‘electrician’ so no one will know he’s a detective while they’re there.
But on their way for a romantic dip, Jack and Corrie discover the body of a dead woman in one of the twilight whirlpools.
The spiritual oasis of pampering and relaxation turns into a nightmare. Jack is swiftly thrown into a police cell by a zealous local copper, who is convinced he’s the murderer.
It’s up to Corrie to clear Jack’s name. But will the truth come out before it’s too late?
DETECTIVE JACK DAWES MUST STOP A DASTARDLY KILLER BEFORE THE BODY COUNT RISES AGAIN.
This entertaining and absorbing mystery is perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, L.J. Ross, Brian Battison, J.R. Ellis, Roger Silverwood, Frances Evesham or Faith Martin.
WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT FRANCES LLOYD:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A really enjoyable read . . . it was exciting and mysterious but not too gruesome . . . A great mystery with a few laugh out loud moments which I couldn't put down . . . I can't wait to read the rest of the series.” Kate B.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “A clever, entertaining and thought-provoking read. ” Misfits farm
⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I really enjoyed this book . . . I would happily read more from this author.” Lorraine W.
“This book held my attention from the first few pages. The book was well written, and had a good plot . . . If you like fast-paced, engaging stories, then you'll like this book.” Paula C.
MEET THE DETECTIVE
Detective Inspector Jack Dawes, tall and handsome, looks like the fuzz even when he’s off-duty. He rose up through the ranks at Scotland Yard and now is a well-respected detective in the murder squad. A career copper, he was married to the job until he met Coriander during a money laundering investigation, the case which earned him his promotion to DI. He has logical analytical skills. She has intuitive people skills. So he bounces ideas off her. They make a formidable and funny couple whose skills combine to solve crimes.
DETECTIVE INSPECTOR JACK DAWES MYSTERY SERIES
Book 1: THE GREEK ISLAND KILLER
Book 2: THE BLUEBELL KILLER
Book 3: THE SHETLAND KILLER
Book 4: THE GALLOWS GREEN KILLER
Book 5: THE MOON KILLER
Book 6: THE KINGS MARKET KILLER
Book 7: THE DEMON KILLER
Book 8: THE VALE VINEYARD KILLER
Book 9: THE BRIGHTSEA SPA KILLER
Book 10: THE KINGS COPSE KILLER
Genre: Mystery
Detective Jack Dawes is looking forward to a nice, quiet holiday with his wife, Corrie. And the seaside resort Now to Zen Hotel & Spa promises ‘a calming Zen environment’.
Perfect.
Corrie even registers his occupation as ‘electrician’ so no one will know he’s a detective while they’re there.
But on their way for a romantic dip, Jack and Corrie discover the body of a dead woman in one of the twilight whirlpools.
The spiritual oasis of pampering and relaxation turns into a nightmare. Jack is swiftly thrown into a police cell by a zealous local copper, who is convinced he’s the murderer.
It’s up to Corrie to clear Jack’s name. But will the truth come out before it’s too late?
DETECTIVE JACK DAWES MUST STOP A DASTARDLY KILLER BEFORE THE BODY COUNT RISES AGAIN.
This entertaining and absorbing mystery is perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, L.J. Ross, Brian Battison, J.R. Ellis, Roger Silverwood, Frances Evesham or Faith Martin.
WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT FRANCES LLOYD:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A really enjoyable read . . . it was exciting and mysterious but not too gruesome . . . A great mystery with a few laugh out loud moments which I couldn't put down . . . I can't wait to read the rest of the series.” Kate B.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “A clever, entertaining and thought-provoking read. ” Misfits farm
⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I really enjoyed this book . . . I would happily read more from this author.” Lorraine W.
“This book held my attention from the first few pages. The book was well written, and had a good plot . . . If you like fast-paced, engaging stories, then you'll like this book.” Paula C.
MEET THE DETECTIVE
Detective Inspector Jack Dawes, tall and handsome, looks like the fuzz even when he’s off-duty. He rose up through the ranks at Scotland Yard and now is a well-respected detective in the murder squad. A career copper, he was married to the job until he met Coriander during a money laundering investigation, the case which earned him his promotion to DI. He has logical analytical skills. She has intuitive people skills. So he bounces ideas off her. They make a formidable and funny couple whose skills combine to solve crimes.
DETECTIVE INSPECTOR JACK DAWES MYSTERY SERIES
Book 1: THE GREEK ISLAND KILLER
Book 2: THE BLUEBELL KILLER
Book 3: THE SHETLAND KILLER
Book 4: THE GALLOWS GREEN KILLER
Book 5: THE MOON KILLER
Book 6: THE KINGS MARKET KILLER
Book 7: THE DEMON KILLER
Book 8: THE VALE VINEYARD KILLER
Book 9: THE BRIGHTSEA SPA KILLER
Book 10: THE KINGS COPSE KILLER
Genre: Mystery
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