The Lost Victim
A Kate Marshall Mystery (Private Investigator Kate Marshall Series Book 5)
by Robert Bryndza
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Pub Date Jul 11 2024 | Archive Date Not set
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Description
When school girl Janey Macklin disappeared from the seedy side of London in 1988, her case went cold, with no body and no witnesses. Now, thirty years later, private detective Kate Marshall has been approached by a true crime podcast producer with an intriguing question they need her help answering: What if Janey was killed by Peter Conway, the notorious Nine Elms Cannibal?
The contract would be the most lucrative of Kate’s career, but it comes with a price of its own, dredging up a sordid, complicated past that she would sooner forget . . . one that the paparazzi are determined to keep in the headlines.
As Kate and her partner, Tristan, scour King’s Cross for clues, no two leads seem to point in the same direction. The last person to see Janey alive has already been tried, convicted, and then acquitted of her murder, Peter Conway is in poor health and fading fast, and the line between their clients and their suspects is blurring with each new revelation about the case.
With little to work from, can Tristan and Kate wade through clandestine phone calls, decades-old secrets, and deteriorating DNA evidence to solve Janey’s murder, or will she remain one of London’s countless missing persons, forever lost to time?
A brilliantly gripping thriller from the global multi-million-copy bestselling author, The Lost Victim will have you hooked from the first page and holding your breath all the way to the heart-stopping ending.
Can be read as a standalone.
Advance Praise
PRAISE FOR ROBERT BRYNDZA
“This author proves with every book that he is the king of crime!” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Ryan F, Netgalley Reviewer
“Wow! This book had everything! High suspense, intrigue, action-packed murder, serial killer, abuse, revenge. A great who done it and some crazy twists and turns! It had me glued to my Kindle!” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Debbie B, Netgalley Reviewer
“A deliciously dark and twisted thriller that crime book junkies will devour in one hugely satisfying sitting. I cannot recommend this book enough or the whole series come to that!” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Lorraine T, Netgalley Reviewer
“A very moreish read which at times I struggled to put down. Robert Bryndza has definitely upped the ante here with his storytelling!ONE OF MY TOP READS THIS YEAR!” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Anne M, Netgalley Reviewer
“Complex, dark, and totally engaging. I picked it up late at night and kept reading until the early hours as I became totally engrossed in the story. I cannot recommend this book highly enough!” Lee C, Netgalley Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Cleverly plotted, with the pacing never dropping for one moment, makes this a brilliantly exhilarating read that will have you racing through the pages. Loved it!” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Sarah H, Netgalley Reviewer
“Literally could not put this book down, every chapter had me reading the next when I promised myself I’d stop and go to bed! If you are a fan of - Who did it? I didn’t see that coming!Then this is the book for you!” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Laura C, Netgalley Reviewer
“My only issue with Robert Bryndza, is that he doesn’t write quick enough! His work, as usual, is a masterpiece!”⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Netgalley Reviewer
Available Editions
| EDITION | Ebook |
| ISBN | 9781914547256 |
| PRICE | $4.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 300 |
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Featured Reviews
Louise G, Reviewer
The best yet in this sterling series. The author takes us to London and a historic cold case which is enmeshed with the major case which has been woven through this series - the Nine Elms Cannibal. This is such a clever and satisfying mystery to solve with a really good red herring or two to make it extra interesting, I loved the complexities presented by the podcast and the characters linked to the case. This author makes characters come to life so clearly and colourfully that it seems you could reach out and touch them, and he has created some new monsters in this book. It is a testament to his capabilities in character creation that I always read these books and find the time and energy to loathe Tristan’s sister, Sarah so much, even when the focus is often gory and gut-wrenching murders. Truly, such a wonderful example of this incredibly talented author’s work. I can’t wait to see what next in this series.
Mary H, Reviewer
I couldn't put this novel down until I had finished it. A top read and highly recommended. Thank you to netgalley and the publishers for giving me a copy of the book.
Ryan F, Reviewer
Kate and Tristan's relationship is so brilliant! This story will have readers on the edge of their seats as the story unravels and takes you to places you wouldn't expect. Absolutely fantastic thriller!
Sammy J, Reviewer
Well what can I say another amazing Robert read, never disappointed only that its finished, love Kate as much as I love Erica, took me less than 24 hours because once I pick up one of Roberts books, I can't put it down
James A, Media/Journalist
This is a book I found hard to put down, and kept me guessing until the very end! Loved this book, as I love all of Robert's book. Always a five star author for me! Thank you.
Joyce R, Reviewer
Massive fan of Robert Bryndza. His books are exciting with a huge amount of suspense which keeps you guessing until the very end.
The Kate Marshall series are superb, looking forward to the next thrilling instalment.
Claire W, Reviewer
Robert Bryndza produces great novel after great novel and his latest, the Lost Victim, certainly lives up to its predecessors. Private Investigators Kate Harper and Tristan Marshall are searching for Janey Macklin, a school girl who disappeared in 1988 and whose case has gone cold. Kate and Tristan are approached by a true crime podcaster who is wondering if Janey could have been killed by Peter Conway, the notorious Nine Elms Cannibal. If Kate can solve this, it could prove to be her most lucrative case to date but will she be willing to dredge up the past? I was hooked from the start, the plot unfolds at pace and I was captivated with each turn of the page. I can’t wait to read Robert’s next novel. Thank you to NetGalley, Raven Street Publishing and the author for the chance to review.
Aislinn K, Reviewer
I am a huge fan of Robert Bryndza and I was delighted to get the opportunity to read his newest book The Lost Victim. This was one of the most gripping and thrilling books I have read in a long time. I read it over the course of a day as I simply couldn’t put it down. I can’t wait to read more from the author in the future.
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