A series of ritual murders…a terrible secret.DI Jane Phillips was a star detective driven by a relentless quest for justice. But then she stepped outside the law.Now, demoted and suffering with PTSD, she finds herself facing the deadliest threat of her career — a serial killer who is preying on vulnerable women, murdering them in a shocking and bizarre ritual.A master of deception, he selects … ritual.
A master of deception, he selects his victims at random. Or so it seems. But as Phillips investigates, she begins to see a method in the killer’s madness. Perhaps these victims aren’t random at all…
As the pressure mounts, can Phillips find the link between these ritual murders before the killer strikes again — or will her dogged determination to solve the case bring his deadly silence to her door?
Deadly Silence is a gripping mystery thriller that will keep you up all night as it races towards its shocking conclusion. Perfect for fans of Robert Bryndza, Angela Marsons and Peter James.
What readers are saying about Deadly Silence:
‘I loved this book. I couldn’t put this one down, just wanted to know what was going to happen next. Full of twists and turns, a gripping narrative and characters who keep you guessing all the way through.’ – NetGalley Reviewer
‘Plot? Did you say plot? Wow! To say that it was fast-paced and totally captivating would not even do it justice…you MUST make room for Deadly Silence!!!’ – Goodreads Reviewer
‘I found myself hooked from the very first chapter and flying through those pages like there was no tomorrow!’ – NetGalley Reviewer
‘A race against time to stop the killer before any more deaths….a dark and twisty plot which has you hooked from the very first page.’ – The Bookwormery
‘This is a fast paced read with the perfect balance of thrills and chills vs. smart detective work. I highly recommend Deadly Silence…looking forward to many more books featuring DI Jane Phillips!’ – Goodreads Reviewer
‘Fast paced and full of energy. The author kept me guessing as to who the murderer could actually be…’ – NetGalley Reviewer
‘I loved this author’s books, I have read them all and this one did not disappoint. Highly recommended. Five stars from me.’ – NetGalley Reviewer
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DEADLY SILENCE: A gripping serial killer thriller (Detective Jane Phillips Book 1) by OMJ Ryan is the start of a new DCI/DI British police procedural thriller series now featuring DI Jane Phillips and the other detectives from the author’s first book, Deadly Secrets. This book can be easily read as a standalone without any confusion.
The consequences from previous decisions in the pursuit of justice have left DCI Jane Phillips just recuperated from a gunshot wound which almost took her life, demoted to DI, coping with PTSD and dealing with a DCI from her past in charge of her and her team.
A serial killer is preying on women in the quiet town of Cheadle. As Jane and her team investigate the similar gruesome ritual murders, they discover the women are not random, but connected through their Catholic Church.
As the pressure from their new DCI and superiors mount, Jane’s relentless pursuit of justice just may bring the killer to her own door.
I will be adding another engaging, intelligent, strong female British detective to follow on my reading list. I was very happy to see that Jane was given the main character role in this new series. I love her sense of right and wrong and her determination to discover the truth and not just solve a case. I will be looking forward to Mr. Ryan adding more backstory to Jane’s character in future books as well as the rest of her team. DCI Brown is the boss you “love to hate” and I enjoyed finding out why Jane and he are at such odds. The killer was sadistic in his method of murder, but you also felt a small amount of sympathy for him when his motive is revealed. I was not surprised by the killer or his motive for the murders, but the plot and characters are so engaging it did not matter.
This is a fast paced read with the perfect balance of thrills and chills vs. smart detective work. I highly recommend Deadly Silence and I am looking forward to many more books featuring DI Jane Phillips!
A new author for me with a solidly written Britisn mystery. Between the politics among officials, DI Phillips works a case with Jones and Bovi while under scrutiny of new DCI Brown. Can’t blame her for her attitude as after an incident she is demoted and Brown now has her office, he even brings in a new team member, Entwistle.
As far as atmosphere, let’s just say, you won’t be reading this with your blinds open at night…really!
The first murder totally caught me off guard. Phillips is having a problem with alcohol and needs to get it together to solve a case without DNA, motive, weapon or enemies. Then a second murder in the same manner of death causes a panic. Brown wants this solved fast and if it’s the wrong wrong person, so be it….a scary thought.
Background of the first two victims leads to a picture of children and priests heading to Lourdes years ago. What is the connection? Also, the brother of victim one is a bit suspicious as is the alibi of the husband of victim two.
Phillips is still reeling from a case that ended with her being shot and demoted. So she drinks and fights with her boss too much. But she moves ahead to solving this case as she is also attacked in her own home.
This book deals with child abuse and the Church but without gory details and delves into the affects on the children over time. You’ll meet Dempsey, Father Maguire, Donnelly, Matt, Ricky and get to know Phillips team. And what makes a good policeman versus one who gets results by making the person fit the crime.
Hope the author has a second one out soon!
4.6 stars
The swearing was too much, especially from DCI Brown .He seemed like an over grown kid if he didn’t get his way, he would start yelling and cussing.
The story line was good, as was the main team, and how they worked together to find the killer. With her injuries and having been in hospital and just getting out of what she was doing was unreal at the end.
Overall a good series.