The Complete Detective Nicki Hardcastle Mysteries Books 1-4: Four gripping British crime thrillers full of twists

Four addictive crime mysteries set in the lush Suffolk countryside.

In the historic market town of Bury St Edmunds, darkness hides in plain sight . . .

IN THIS FOUR-BOOK BOX

Book 1: MISSING BOY
Six-year-old Lucas vanishes without trace from a funfair. Just like Detective Nicki’s little brother Dean, who disappeared more than twenty years before. When Nicki finds a connection between the two missing boys, the case becomes personal.

Book 2: THE TROPHY KILLER
On a freezing December night, an elderly theatregoer finds a pair of human eyes on his seat. Hours later, a few miles across town, comes the second horrifying a severed human tongue. Then a worshipper at the cathedral discovers a human hand under the pew. One dismembered body — or three tortured victims? Detective Nicki faces her most disturbing case yet.

Book 3: THE HARDWICK HEATH KILLER
A body is found hanging from a tree on Hardwick Heath. Three days later, a second body is found floating in a pond, just a few miles away. But the victim didn’t drown. Detective Nicki uncovers a link between the two dead men — and the case takes a shocking twist.

Book 4: SKIN OF THEIR TEETH
A man’s body is found impaled on a black iron spike at the foot of a four-storey townhouse. It appears Jacob Towers took his own life. But the details don’t add up. Why was the dead man carrying seven of his own teeth in his pockets?

THE DETECTIVE
Detective Nicki Hardcastle is in her early thirties. She’s an independent, determined woman who is good at her job and treats her team with the respect they deserve. She is estranged from her family after a traumatic childhood incident and finds it difficult to let people get close to her. Contentedly single, Nicki’s perfect evening consists of a long run followed by a hot bath. Her closest companion is her cat, Luna.

THE SETTING
Bury St Edmunds is a picturesque market town in the heart of Suffolk, on the east coast of England. Founded in the 11th century, the town is notable for its rich and colourful history. Tourists flock to see the ruins of the medieval abbey and maybe catch a glimpse of the infamous ghostly ‘Grey Lady’. It’s also home to the Angel Hotel, once frequented by Charles Dickens, and the Nutshell, famous for being Britain’s smallest pub. It’s an unlikely setting for murder. But its tranquil surrounds and stunning architecture hide a darker side.

Perfect for fans of Helen H. Durrant, Joy Ellis, Ann Cleeves, Angela Marsons and Rachel McLean, this twist-filled thriller will keep you hooked until the final jaw-dropping page.

READERS LOVE THE DI NICKI HARDCASTLE

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘What a brilliant police procedural! Brilliant plotting, great character development, interesting back story.’ Jennifer T.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A very riveting read. The story had me hooked and I wanted to keep reading to see how things tied together. Absolutely brilliant.’ Mary R.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A great, fast-paced book to keep you wanting to read on.’ Anita W.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Kept me guessing to the end. Just when I thought I had it all sussed out, the author threw in another curve ball! Fast-paced, gripping and tense.’ Martha B.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Plenty of twists and turns to keep you guessing. An engaging mystery and complex plot. Great series!’ Bonita S.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A fantastic book! It had gripping suspense, gruesome murders, mystery, intrigue, jaw-dropping twists, and some shocking moments! Can’t wait for more!’ Debbie B.