The Devil's Playground : An addictive crime thriller and mystery novel packed with twists - Charly Cox

The Devil's Playground : An addictive crime thriller and mystery novel packed with twists - Charly Cox

Charly Cox

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  • Pages · 352 pages
  • Publication Date · 14/04/2022
  • Genre · Thriller / suspense
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From behind her came a noise, and she whirled around. Two pairs of cold, murderous eyes stared back at her from beneath hooded cloaks. She stood cemented in place, even as her brain screamed at her to run.It's their usual Thursday girls' night in, and best friends Skye, Elena, and London are enjoying hanging out at Skye's house in New Mexico, eating junk food, drinking wine, and playing with Skye's little children, Carter and Abigail. Until the intruders arrive. Hearing the horrific screams from Elena and Skye, London hides the children, tiptoes out to see what has happened. and disappears. After Carter raises the alarm, Detective Alyssa Wyatt is called in to investigate a bloodbath that appears to have no motive, no evidence, and worse still - no sign of London. As Alyssa and her team dig deeper, the truth is always out of their reach. but what is clear is that they need to find London, and fast. And as they uncover a link between the murders and a sinister local cult, can Alyssa find the young woman who has vanished without a trace - before London joins the list of victims?An utterly addictive, dark and twisty detective novel with a twist that will leave you gasping. If you're a fan of Kendra Elliot, Lisa Regan or Angela Marsons, you'll fall in love with Charly Cox's stunning detective series. Readers are loving The Devil's Playground:'This one came with a twist that I just did not see coming and it was one of those moments that I had to read two or three times.!' Reader Review'I was seriously terrified at times but could not stop reading.A tale filled with what one could only describe as your worst nightmares come to life.' Reader Review'Believe me, you will want the criminals caught, and to find out why they did what they did! If you are looking for a new, well-written series, this is for you!' Reader Review'Bone chilling! murder, devil worshippers, and a crazy race to find the killer keep the pages flying. If you're in the mood for an intense thriller that holds no punches this is it.' Reader Review'Omg this book is absolutely amazing! I went through it in a day and loved every second of it. This will keep you up reading through the early hours.' Reader Review'Holy SMOKES! What a ride. From the first page my heart was pounding. I could not look away. This book was so good. And I literally teared up at the end. So dang awesome.' Reader Review'OMG WHAT A READ!!! Bone chilling, visceral and bloody terrifying. This very talented author is well on the way to being known as the Mistress of the Dark.' Reader Review'When I saw that another book was coming out in this series I literally squealed with happiness. This book will keep you reading into the night so plan on not sleeping or doing anything! Perfect thriller!' Reader Review

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