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Description of  Promises, Promises (DI Wardell Novels)

Looking for a murder mystery featuring contemporary themes, well-observed characters and a crafted plot? Then, meet DI Alan Wardell and his team, in this, the first book of the series.   After Kate and best friend Rose take revenge on their abuser at boarding school, their lives become macabrely connected forever. Years later, Kate’s father reveals decades old secrets. The veneer of middle-class respectability fractures. A childhood promise is stretched to breaking. A family implodes. When Kate’s father is found murdered, DI Alan Wardell unravels a complex web of desire, betrayal and greed. More family members are murdered… Will Wardell catch the brutal serial killer before Kate becomes his next victim? A roller coaster ride of raw emotion, which builds towards a breath-taking climax. PROMISES, PROMISES is the first in a series of unputdownable crime thrillers set in Yorkshire. Perfect for fans of Joy Ellis, Minette Walters, Ian Rankin, Faith Martin, Martina Cole or Peter Robinson. What readers are saying about PROMISES, PROMISES: ***** 'Promises, Promises delivered...' ***** 'a gripping read from the off ... a great plot full of twists and turns ... highly recommended' ***** 'Twists and turns in every chapter ... I really enjoyed this and cannot wait for the next one!' ***** 'Amazing read with a great storyline ... I couldn't put it down! A proper whodunnit.' ***** 'A brilliant read!' ***** 'I got the same high as reading Martina Cole ... loved it!' IN THE SAME SERIES: BOOK 2: WITH MENACES BOOK 3: BEYOND ABSOLUTION