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The Wrong Hands

A completely unpredictable case awaits Detective Miller

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The Wrong Hands

By: Mark Billingham
Narrated by: David Threlfall
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Summary

 'I'm excited to have found a new favourite detective' CLAIRE DOUGLAS

'Neat plot twists and a likable cast of offbeat characters, all served up with plenty of black humour' MAIL ON SUNDAY'

'Simply fantastic' LISA JEWELL
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This is one case Miller won't want to open . . .

Unconventional Detective Declan Miller has a problem. Still desperate to solve the murder of his wife, a young man has just appeared on his doorstep with a briefcase . . . containing a pair of severed hands.

Miller knows this case is proof of a contract killing commissioned by local ne'er do well Wayne Cutler - a man he suspects might also be responsible for his wife's death. Now Miller has leverage, but unfortunately he also has something that both Cutler and a villainous fast-food kingpin are desperate to get hold of.

Chuck in a Midsomer Murders-obsessed hitman, a psychotic welder and a woman driven over the edge by a wayward Crème Egg, and Miller is in a mess that even he might not be able to dance his way out of.
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What real readers say about The Wrong Hands

'Brilliant . . . Highly entertaining and a complete change from Tom Thorne, who I have enjoyed for years'

'The characters, structure and storytelling remain as strong as ever. An excellent, enjoyable read'

'A very good plot with plenty of humour'

'What a cracker'

'I love everything about Miller, and can't recommend The Wrong Hands highly enough'

'I really enjoyed The Last Dance, but this one was even better. DS Miller is such a brilliant character'

'Hilarious . . . The Detective Miller books are a breath of fresh air'

'A joy to read' Crime Thrillers Mystery Police Procedurals Suspense Thriller & Suspense Assassin Witty Crime Murder Marriage
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Critic reviews

Mark Billingham does edge-of-your-seat tension, wit and heart like no one else. The Wrong Hands has all that and more - it's simply fantastic
I adored everything about The Wrong Hands! Darkly funny with colourful characters and a clever, twisty plot that had me laughing out loud one minute and emotional the next. I love Mark Billingham's writing and I'm excited to have found a new favourite detective in the ballroom dancing, rat-loving DS Miller
There is a laugh on every page yet it is the depiction of Miller's furious grief that is most impressive and provides a heartbreaking finale
The second instalment of a fine, funny new series (John Connolly)
Neat plot twists and a likable cast of offbeat characters, all served up with plenty of black humour
Billingham's underworld convinces in its brutality, grubbiness and greed, and it is impossible not to cheer for Miller
Electrifying . . . Throw in a delightfully madcap plot and breakneck pacing, and readers are left with a caper they won't soon forget
Smart, decisive and funny as heck. Fabulously original, The Wrong Hands now joins its older sister as a star book . . . Gift-wrapped in Mark Billingham's fabulous style, The Wrong Hands plays a blinder
Get your hands on both novels to delight in quirky DS Miller
It would be worth your time and money getting your hands on both novels [The Last Dance and The Wrong Hands] to delight in quirky DS Miller
All stars
Most relevant
Of course British detectives and humour go together!! Enjoyed reading the first book, listening to the second as an audiobook took it to a whole new level. Narrator brought the Lancashire setting and characters to life. May the series continue!

Very enjoyable crime thriller

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Loved everything about this book, it had humour, great story and the narration was amazing. I kept getting funny looks from my husband and kids as I giggled with headphones in going about my usual jobs. The downstairs loo has never been so sparkly! Thanks to everyone involved for making the day a little more bearable, and with current news etc we do need it. 👍🏼

Everything - favourite so far!

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I love these characters and they are developed really well in this instalment . The storyline is fast moving and exciting. Didn’t want it to end.
Excellent narration.

Brilliant

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You can't help but feel sorry for DS Miller. Still mourning the loss of his wife, Alex, who was also in the police force, is playing on his mind. His new partner, Pish, is settling in well, and Book 2 helps you understand the pair's dynamics.
I enjoyed the cat and mouse (not rat) chase within the story and look forward to the next instalment.

4/5

I loved the Northern wit.

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I’ve listened to both books in this series and loved them. Hope there will be many more. They are thrilling, funny and touching and David Threlfall reads them with humour and delicacy.

Excellent Story and Narration

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