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Play Dead

A gripping serial killer thriller
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In Play Dead by Angela Marsons, detective Kim Stone finds herself dealing with a perplexing case when bodies start appearing in a perplexing setting – a body farm used for scientific research into human decomposition. As she delves deeper into this chilling setting, Stone must navigate a web of secrets and confront the darkness lurking in the shadows, racing against time to uncover the truth before more deaths occur. The book is a gripping fusion of forensic intrigue and psychological tension that promises to keep crime thriller enthusiasts on the edge of their seats.
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This gripping tale may appeal to you if you enjoy crime and thriller narratives with plenty of suspense. Set against a dark, atmospheric backdrop, it follows a compelling detective who unravels a complex web of deception and danger. Perfect for readers who love intense investigations and unpredictable twists.

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Play Dead

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The dead don't tell secrets... unless you listen.

The girl's smashed-in face stared unseeing up to the blue sky, soil spilling out of her mouth. A hundred flies hovered above the bloodied mess.

Westerley research facility is not for the faint-hearted. A 'body farm' investigating human decomposition, its inhabitants are corpses in various states of decay. But when Detective Kim Stone and her team discover the fresh body of a young woman, it seems a killer has discovered the perfect cover to bury their crime.

Then a second girl is attacked and left for dead, her body drugged and mouth filled with soil. It's clear to Stone and the team that a serial killer is at work - but just how many bodies will they uncover? And who is next?

As local reporter, Tracy Frost, disappears, the stakes are raised. The past seems to hold the key to the killer's secrets - but can Kim uncover the truth before a twisted, damaged mind claims another victim...?

The latest utterly addictive thriller from the No.1 bestseller Angela Marsons.

What readers are saying about Play Dead

I read this book in one sitting, yes it really was that good... the perfect crime thriller, well plotted, great characters, suspense... and the most deviant and chilling serial killer... Utterly gripping and it's certainly going to be in my top reads of 2016... 5 stars out of 5 plus a glass of wine (to steady my nerves, after reading such a heart-pounding crime thriller).' The Book Review Cafe

Wow wow wow I absolutely freaking loved it and without a shadow of doubt this is the best one yet... with this one being more gritty and tense. You crime book fans are seriously going to love it. If you haven't read any yet this can be read as a standalone although I would advise reading the series. It's too good not to miss... I cannot recommend this book enough it's flippin fantastic or like they say in the Black Country Supa' smashin' great read!' Chelle's book reviews

'Hooks you and reels you in... Life gets put on hold until you've finished the latest offering in her AMAZING Kim Stone series... utterly fantastic.' Reading Room with a View

Wow. Give me a minute while I catch my breath, because I've just finished the latest Angela Marson's book... Ingest it by any means, just make sure you do. It is a riveting, blood-tingling, pulse-pounding read that will take you on the journey that will play on your mind long after you've finished reading. Caroline-Writes

This may well be the best thriller I have ever read. I could hardly breathe with the suspense and it was definitely a hardship to wrench

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Play Dead by Angela Marsons is a gripping entry in the crime and thriller genre, praised for its dark and intense narrative. The book is considered a spine-tingling read that keeps readers on edge, marked by its thrilling and tense atmosphere. It has received high acclaim for being superb and captivating, making it a noteworthy choice for fans of suspenseful literature.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780751571332

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 December 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Little, Brown

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 122.0mm

Height: 195.0mm

Weight: 280g

Pages: 400

About the Author

Angela Marsons is the Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author of the DI Kim Stone series and her books have sold more than 4.5 million copies. Many of them, including Blood Lines, Dead Souls, Broken Bones, Fatal Promise and Dead Memories, reached the #1 spot on Amazon on pre-orders alone. Her books have been translated into more than 27 languages and the translation of Dead Souls recently won the prestigious Primo Bancarella award. She lives in Worcestershire with her partner and their 2 cheeky Golden Retrievers.

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