DI Kelly Porter is back. But will this new case push her beyond her limits?On a peaceful summer’s morning in the Lake District, a woman’s body is discovered outside a church. She’s been murdered and a brutal, symbolic act performed on her corpse. DI Kelly Porter is in charge of the team investigating the crime, and is determined to bring the killer to justice. But as more deaths occur it is clear … deaths occur it is clear this is the work of a disturbed, dangerous and determined individual. Can Kelly put the puzzle pieces together before the danger comes closer to home?
Don’t miss this gripping crime thriller featuring an unforgettable detective. Perfect for fans of Angela Marsons, Patricia Gibney and Robert Bryndza.
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I’m so glad I discovered Rachel Lynch’s detective Kelly Porter series. It’s set in the Lake District in the north of England. I’ve visited the area and love recalling the landmarks mentioned in the stories. Do yourself a favour and pick up the entire gritty series. You won’t regret it!
Deep Fear is the second book in the DI Kelly Porter series and this time DI Porter is facing a serieal killer who murders people for the bad things done in life. The bodies are hidden in places easy to find and the notes, the police is finding in the bodies, makes it obvious that the killer thinks his handing out punishment where it belongs.
I really liked the plot and the setting was beautiful (if it ever can be the case with murders). The building up to the point when finally we (the reader and the DI) find out who the killer is was brilliant. And then came a twist that made for an even better ending, with moments fearing the worst for not only Kelly Porter but her family as well.
I’d like to thank Canelo for sending me an e-arc of this also this review is up way late… My bad
It was interesting to see how the detective process is done and I enjoyed how they worked as a team and how they distributed tasks between each other. These books kind of remind me of Criminal Minds. I loved how the characters that appeared blending nicely into the story.
I loved reading about Kelly and her family but also how the family was blending into the plot and how some things crossed over between her case and her family.
I really liked that what happened in Dark Game you can still see the effects that happened in this story and I really liked that.
The book is very slow but informative, it’s a slow-burning story. I didn’t guess who was the killer was it came as a total shock and surprise. The story is so gripping and tense, it’s really good! The ending of this book really makes you want to read the next one. (Which of course I will be. This will also teach me to read ARCs on time).
4 stars
DI Kelly Porter late of the Met responds to a call of a dead body in a grave yard outside a church. The woman appears to be in her fifties, is naked and brutalized. She is still wearing expensive jewelry, so it is not a case of robbery. Kelly fears they may have a serial killer on their hands, as the killer didn’t get this expert without leaving a trail of bodies somewhere. Later killings bear out her suspicions.
Kelly is almost hyperactive in her work; she jiggles, can’t seem to sit still and talks fast. She is also dealing with her mother’s terminal illness and a sister who blames her for everything. Just as her police officer father was.
This book traces the detailed and painstaking police investigation into the killer who becomes known as “The Teacher.” He is elusive and very good at his “work.” He thinks that he is ridding society of the undesirables; making the world a better place, as it were.
The victim is finally identified as Moira Tate. As more bodies are discovered, the tension in the story picks up. The reader is kept guessing as to the identity of the murderer. When they are finally identified, it comes as a surprise – at least to me it was.
I like Rachel Lynch as an author. Her books are well written and plotted. The suspense begins immediately with the discovery of Moira Tate by an elderly man out walking his dog. It continues throughout the story and reaches a crescendo at the denouement. I liked DI Kelly Porter, except for her non-stop action. There was sufficient information given about her background so as to flesh her out, but not so much that it intruded on the story. In fact, it added a degree of richness to the tale. This novel is filled with colorful well-drawn characters. Very well done, Ms. Lynch.
I want to thank NetGalley and Canelo for forwarding to me a copy of this great book to read, enjoy and review.