Better Left Dead
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Better Left Dead
DI Nyree Bradshaw and her team have their work cut out for them once again. Local woman Lizzy Bean has been found dead, garrotted with a piece of wire. Lizzy's property, a 1970s beach house overlooking a pristine Northland bay, is overflowing with ribbish. Inside, the house is even worse.
Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! DescriptionIn Better Left Dead, author Catherine Lea crafts a gripping mystery that plunges readers into the intense world of DI Nyree Bradshaw. Set against the captivating backdrop of Northland, the story begins with a chilling discovery: Local woman Lizzy Bean has been brutally murdered, garrotted with a piece of wire. Lizzy's 1970s beach house, perched above a pristine bay, is found in disarray, overflowing with rubbish both inside and out.
As DI Nyree Bradshaw and her dedicated team begin their investigation, they uncover much more than just a murder. Clues start to emerge, hinting at an intricate web of connections that involve a local crime syndicate, a kidnapped woman, and a group of ex-foster children struggling with their dark pasts. Each piece of evidence leads them deeper into a labyrinth of secrets and deceit, challenging their detective skills and resilience.
While Nyree and her team meticulously piece together the puzzle, Nyree's personal life adds another layer of complexity to the narrative. Haunted by the guilt of her estrangement from her son, who is imprisoned for murder, Nyree has harboured ongoing feelings of failure and remorse. The investigation provides her an unexpected chance at redemption, but the opportunity comes with a heavy price that could alter her life forever.
Better Left Dead showcases Catherine Lea's ability to blend intense drama with intricate plots, exploring themes of guilt, redemption, and the enduring impact of the past. This novel promises to keep readers on the edge of their seats with its compelling characters and unexpected twists, making it a must-read for fans of crime fiction and psychological thrillers.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781776891160
Publisher: David Bateman Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 02 September 2024
Country: New Zealand
Imprint: David Bateman Ltd
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 153.0mm
Height: 234.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 324
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About the Author
CATHERINE LEA lives in the beautiful Far North of New Zealand. In past lives, she has sold international satellite capacity, worked in IT recruitment, and run her own communications store. When she isn't writing, she is playing zombie games on her PlayStation, trying to maintain control of her garden or researching her next novel.
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