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The Village Killer

DI Barton, Book 7

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The Village Killer

By: Ross Greenwood
Narrated by: David Thorpe
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A gripping, pulse-pounding DI Barton thriller from the bestselling Ross Greenwood.

After three years behind a desk, Inspector John Barton wonders if he’s still got what it takes.

An opportunity arises to return to Major Crimes, so he jumps at it, after all he’s been around the block a few times. When he and his team are called in to investigate an attempted murder which seems to be linked to the case of a missing child, Barton is immediately thrust back into the life of a detective – early mornings, late nights and endless pressure to get to the truth.

Then a man dies.

Something deadly is going on behind the high walls and imposing gates of the mansions in the sleepy village of Castor. The locals are keeping each other’s secrets and if Barton doesn’t find out why soon, the bodies will start mounting up.

The Village Killer knows who’s next, and the clock is ticking…

The book all Ross Greenwood fans have been waiting for - Barton is Back! Ross Greenwood returns to his bestselling series, perfect for fans of Mark Billingham and Ian Rankin.

©2024 Ross Greenwood (P)2024 Boldwood Books Crime Thrillers Mystery Police Procedurals Private Investigators Psychological Thriller & Suspense Crime Village

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Excellent like all the rest Barton is my favourite detective! I love how funny the book is but it touched on some serious problems in today’s world !!

Yet another class DI Barton book

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I've missed Barton & the gang. There's a lot of story going on and it's great. Winning combination of author and narrator.

Barton

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Many detective series lose their way over time, but Greenwood's eloquent writing captures me every time.
A perfect 'whodunnit' that even Agatha Christie would have been proud of.
After sitting behind a desk for the past three years, Barton is offered the chance to return to his old job at Major Crimes. The upside is that he will be working with most of his old team, including Zander and Strange.
The downside is that after working a standard nine-to-five, his hours will be long and stressful.
Relishing the new challenge, he hits the ground running when, in a sleepy village, one of the residents is nearly killed in a hit-and-run.
Each page was a joy, and I loved the twists and turns, which made this such a rollercoaster ride.

I would recommend this book.
A solid five-stars

5/5

DI Barton at his best.

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He is back, I so love this series. The characters are brilliant and the story line is great. It has all the twists and turns but with a good laugh out loud literally along the way. Looking forward to the next book. I will be truly sad if they don’t keep coming.

One word ‘Barton’

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Ross Greenwood has done it again.
Great storyline line full of suspense, humour and life like characters.
Narration excellent.

Great storyline.

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