{"title":"Nick Louth","description":"\u003cp\u003eNick Louth’s novels immerse readers in the shadowy world of crime and suspense, where danger lurks beneath everyday façades. His stories blend gripping narratives with taut, atmospheric prose, perfect for fans of psychological thrillers and complex mysteries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom chilling investigations to unexpected twists, \u003cem\u003eThe Dark Edge\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eThe Last Ride\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eThe Two Deaths of Ruth Lyle\u003c\/em\u003e exemplify Louth’s talent for crafting intense, character-driven tales that keep you guessing until the final page.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-dark-edge-by-nick-louth-9781804368893","title":"The Dark Edge","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn her way home after an overnight shift, DI Jan Talantire hears the control room relaying an emergency. 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Highly recommended, and I can’t wait for the sequel’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e‘\u003cstrong\u003eOne of the best series starters I’ve had the pleasure of reading\u003c\/strong\u003e. The twists, turns, and jaw dropping moments are plentiful while Jan and her team are already believable, personable, and work well together. \u003cstrong\u003eI am fully invested in this new series and impatient for book two\u003c\/strong\u003e’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e‘Great story. \u003cstrong\u003eLots of twists and turns\u003c\/strong\u003e. Amazing characters’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e‘\u003cstrong\u003eA must-read\u003c\/strong\u003e. You will want to grab this book and jump right in!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e‘\u003cstrong\u003eImmersive, compelling and well written\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is a riveting start to a new series with a deftly drawn cast of characters, a firm sense of place and a solid mystery at its very heart’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e‘Super engaging. The writing was very clear and well thought out. The characters were likeable and \u003cstrong\u003ekept leaving me wanting more\u003c\/strong\u003e’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e‘A brilliant start to a great new series. \u003cstrong\u003eI’ve not read a plot as original and captivating for a long time\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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