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Still Water Lies

Leah Mercer Investigations, Book 1

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By: C.M. Thorogood
Narrated by: Ally Rush
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Women are being drowned across the uk. Different cities. Different waters. Same conclusion. Accidental. Suicide. Case closed.

Independent investigator Leah Mercer doesn't believe in patterns that neat.

Self-taught, sharp, and relentlessly driven, Leah has built a reputation for seeing what others miss — and refusing to walk away when something doesn't add up.

As she begins linking cases across rivers, canals, and lakes, a chilling pattern starts to emerge — one that suggests these deaths are anything but random.

The deeper she digs, the clearer it becomes: someone is orchestrating this.

And they are always one step ahead.

As the investigation intensifies, Leah finds herself getting closer to the truth — and dangerously close to becoming part of the pattern herself.

Still water lies is a gripping crime thriller with strong investigative tension, layered mystery, and a dark, immersive atmosphere.

This title is part of a planned series and will be actively promoted across social media platforms.

©2026 Clare Thorogood (P)2026 Clare Thorogood Crime Fiction Mystery
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What I liked most was the atmosphere. The story has this underlying sense of unease from the very beginning, and the title couldn’t be more fitting. Just like still water can hide what’s beneath the surface, the characters all seem to be hiding something, and uncovering those secrets was what kept me hooked.

What tends to stand out most is the novel’s central message that the greatest dangers are often hidden beneath a calm exterior

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Captivating, eerie, and suspenseful. What more could more could you want from a thriller. Loved the narration.

Excellent narration and storyline

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I really enjoyed this audiobook. The story built in a way that kept me gripped. The narration is what really stood out though as it felt authentic and engaging without overpowering the story. I also loved how it varied by character so helped connect them to the audience. Looking forward to listening to more titles from this author and narrator.

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An interesting story with plenty to keep you listening, complemented by excellent narration and a great performance throughout.

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