Dark Game, Rachel Lynch
Dark Game, Rachel Lynch
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Dark Game

Author: Rachel Lynch

Series: Detective Kelly Porter #1

Narrator: Clare Kissane

Unabridged: 9 hr 6 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: DK

Published: 03/29/2019

Synopsis

Keeping secrets comes at a deadly price
After a scandal forces DI Kelly Porter out of the Met, she returns home to the Lake District. There she begins work on a shocking cold case the abduction and brutal murder of ten-year-old Lottie Davis. The girl was taken during a birdwatching trip when her parents were distracted for just a few minutes. Was it an opportunist crime or a cold-blooded plan by someone who'd been watching and waiting?
Meanwhile, Kelly is investigating two apparently unrelated cases: a baby abandoned on the dales and the death of a local businessman. But soon the evidence reveals a tangled web of criminal activity. Behind the veneer of sleepy, touristy towns lies a dangerous underworld and the DI risks paying the ultimate price to get to the truth
Don't miss this taut and gripping novel from million-copy bestseller Rachel Lynch. Perfect for fans of Carol Wyer, Patricia Gibney and Angela Marsons.
What readers are saying about Dark Game
'The investigations come to a dangerous conclusion. Be prepared to be taken on a journey' Reader review
'DI Kelly Porter, a modern day kickass superhero lady!' Reader review
'Definitely following this author for future work! I'm REALLY looking forward to seeing more of DI Kelly Porter!' Book Lover Reviews
'A dark and gritty fast paced thriller with a twisty turny, interwoven plot that had me excited to reach the climax' Gemma's Book Nook
'It grabbed me from the first word I absolutely loved Kelly's character! I loved everything about this book and was genuinely disappointed to have finished it. I would highly recommend this one!' Stardust Book Reviews
'The story is frighteningly realistic; the crimes, as they take place are described brilliantly the next one can't come soon enough.' Nigel Adams Book Worm
'Will keep you up all night This is a must-read book.' Karen's World
'What an exceptional story It's gripping and definitely a page-turner I was completely hooked and struggled to put the book down.' Book Lover Reviews
'What a fantastic read! I loved this book, the characters were interesting and likeable and I can't wait for book 2! The plot was exciting and full of emotion and twists, it was just a really great book that I thoroughly enjoyed.' NetGalley reviewer
'I could not put it down and it's a refreshing change to have a police female lead who is positive but normal! A new role model in the making' Reader review

About The Author

Rachel Lynch is an author of crime fiction whose books have sold more than one million copies. She grew up in Cumbria and the lakes and fells are never far away from her. London pulled her away to teach History and marry an Army Officer, whom she followed around the globe for thirteen years. A change of career after children led to personal training and sports therapy, but writing was always the overwhelming force driving the future. The human capacity for compassion as well as its descent into the brutal and murky world of crime are fundamental to her work.Clare Kissane is an actor, director and voice over artist and has worked in Theatre, Film, TV and Radio. She is a regular voice over character in the award winning App 'Zombies Run!' playing the Zombie Killer - Runner 8. Clare has narrated a number of audiobooks and has extensive experience in voice work for BBC Radio 4, the World Service, documentaries and commercials. For theatre she received Best Actress Award for her portrayal of Mrs Mumford in 'NEW BOY' in Dublin, and was nominated Best Actress for her role as Eleanor in 'The Bird Sanctuary' also in Dublin. Her TV work includes 'Eastenders' (BBC) and 'The Tunnel' (SKY ATLANTIC).

Reviews

Goodreads review by Gary on January 20, 2018

This is the first book in the DI Kelly Porter Series by author Rachel Lynch. Detective Inspector Kelly Porter has recently transferred back to her home town in the Lake District. She is living with her widowed Mother and this increases the daily pressures and stress she is currently enduring. Kelly i......more

Goodreads review by 8stitches 9lives on January 08, 2018

There were a number of reasons I wanted to read this.... Firstly, it sounded exciting and the synopsis really made me hit that download button rapidly! Secondly, the setting is pretty close to where I live -just across the border in Northumberland so this appealed to me a lot. Some of the best serie......more

Goodreads review by Alayne on April 16, 2020

Loved this book!!! Yes, it was violent and yes, it was graphic in places but, it was a very good quick paced read. It was set in the Lake District, a place I know very well and so I could picture the places mentioned in the book. I haven’t read any of Rachel Lynch’s books before and I see there are......more

Goodreads review by Louise on January 29, 2018

After a scandal forces D.I. Kelly Porter out of the Met, she returns to her home turf in the Lake District. Crimes in the Cumbrian constabulary tend to be the minor sort, but Kelly begins work on a cold case that schocked the local community- the abduction and brutal murder of ten year old Lottie Da......more

Goodreads review by Mandy on January 13, 2018

DI Kelly Porter has returned to her childhood home in the Lake District after a scandal forced her out of the Met in London. She begins to work on 3 seemingly different cases but as she investigates further oils they be linked in someway? These people are dangerous and will stop at nothing to get wh......more

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