Thanks to Netgalley for the chance to read and review this book.

This is a great series and I really enjoy any book by Robert Bryndza but this one was a little different for me.

We start out with Kate who is an avid ocean swimmer getting caught in a riptide and almost drowning. Fortunately two surfers rescue her and she ends up in the hospital. While sharing a room with an elderly woman who has a story to tell when she finds out that Kate is a private investigator. Fourteen years ago her grandson Charlie went missing and she wants to know what happened to him.

Kate and Tristan take on the case and work to find out what happened to the little boy.

I had a little trouble staying interested in the story as the most exciting thing that happened was when Kate almost drowned. Usually I find this series really interesting and this time it just fell somewhat flat. I wanted to find out who took the little boy and I figured it out when I was a little over half done with the book. I finished because I generally like this author and maybe this was just one in the series that was not as good as the others. For me it was a tad boring and predictable.

I will continue to read this author because most of the time he hits it out of the park for me!

I really enjoy the Kate Marshall series in general and Devil's Way was no different. It's a fast paced thriller, with a clear and simplistic writing style. The dynamic between Kate and Tristan is quite interesting, and in this one they navigate their differences a bit more, which was compelling. Poor Kate really doesn't get an easy time!

I enjoyed the plot, it was a little bit different so it's nice to see the series take on different cases and step away more from Kate's past. The descriptions of Devil's Tor were great and very transportive.

No real surprises, but if you're looking for a cosy, easy read and a series you can invest in, then this is the one!

Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for an ARC of this book.

I've really enjoyed many of Robert Bryndza's past novels. They are tight, twisty-turny mysteries with lead female characters that are complex and enjoyable to read.

In this book, Kate Marshall is approached in her capacity as a private detective to investigate what happened to a young boy who disappeared from a campsite several years before. He was so little, and thought to have been washed away in a river.

As usual, this book is engaging and I zipped through, keen to discover what happened. However, I did think it wasn't quite as well written. Some scenes were broken by chapter breaks which made reading quite jarring and felt unnecessary. This bothered me quite a bit!

But overall, this was a good mystery and if you are after an interesting read with a satisfying conclusion, hop to it!

I will start by saying that I have not read any of the other books in the series, but I may have to start! I am a fan of the author's writing style and the character development. This book definitely had me on the edge of my seat.

This has been on my to read shelf since it's release-what took me so long? I couldn't put this suspenseful thriller full of twists and turns. While recuperating in the hospital after a near fatal drowning PI Kate Marshall a fellow patient, Jean, shares a horrific story about her Grandson, Charlie. Kate and her partner Tristan slowly unravel the past discovering what really happened to young Charlie. In addition to the riveting plot, the setting created an extra layer of intrigue. This is the first book of the series I have read and I absolutely love Kate-flaws and all! I found a new series to read and highly recommend this to fans of crime thrillers.. . Thank you to Raven Street Publishing and NetGalley who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All the thoughts and opinions are my own.

Firstly, thank you to Net Galley, The publishers, and of course the author for an ARC copy for my review.

With my apologies for the delay, retirement is very busy.

THE TRUTH HIDES IN THE DARK

Kate Marshall’s investigation into a young boy’s disappearance sends her down an unexpectedly twisted path in a riveting thriller by multi-million bestselling author, Robert Bryndza.

When Private Investigator Kate Marshall is rushed to hospital after being pulled into a riptide current in the sea, the near-death experience leaves her shaken. During her recovery, she befriends Jean, an elderly lady on the same ward. Jean tells the harrowing story of how her three-year-old grandson, Charlie, went missing eleven years ago during a camping trip on Dartmoor.

By the time Kate is well enough to go home, she's agreed to take on the case, but when Kate and her trusty sidekick Tristan start to look at the events of that fateful night, they discover that Jean has a dark past that could have put Charlie in jeopardy.

Was Charlie abducted? Or did he fall into Devil's Way? A rushing river that vanishes into a gorge close to where they were camping.

When Kate and Tristan discover that a social worker who flagged concerns about Jean and her daughter was found brutally murdered shortly after Charlie vanished, it makes them question everything they thought they knew about the family...

Filled with twists and turns, yes especially the last third of the book, although rather slow in the middle, where the pace of the book did get a little hard, my first time with this happening with this author's work. Devil's Way is the fourth Kate Marshall novel.

Four stars, due the strength of the last part of the book, and the great main characters.

The fourth book in Robert Bryndza's series featuring private investigator Kate Marshall and her associate Tristan, Devil's Way might just be the best yet!

After suffering a near-death experience when caught in a rip current during her morning sea-swim, Kate is drawn into the case of a child who went missing on Dartmoor eleven years previously. Kate and Tristan's investigations quickly lead them to the unsolved murder of the same child's social worker, only days after three-year-old Charlie went missing. Surely the two events occurring in such proximity can't be a coincidence? In a well-paced and intriguing story, Kate and Tristan pursue many tantalising clues, unearth new suspects and make a startling discovery on the moor. A somewhat bittersweet ending pulls all the threads together for a satisfying conclusion.

The investigation into three-year-old Charlie's disappearance raises some personal spectres for Kate, given that she lost custody of her own child at a similar age. Tristan takes on more sole responsibility in this instalment, given Kate's need to convalesce from her near-drowning. The English south-west coast and moorland settings are evocative and well-used by Robert Bryndza to enhance the drama of the plot. The supporting cast, including a couple of returning characters, are well-developed and intriguing and Bryndza weaves plenty of suspicious behaviour and misdirection into the story, keeping us guessing until near the end.

I'd enthusiastically recommend Devil's Way to any reader who enjoys twisty and atmospheric mysteries - it's a compelling read.

My thanks to the author, Robert Bryndza, publisher Raven Street Publishing and NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review this title.

Devil’s Way is a harrowing account of a cold case involving a three year old who went missing in the middle of the night from a remote camping area with dangerous waters nearby. It was long thought Charlie drowned but his body was never found. Charlie’s grandmother Jean decides to hire private investigators to look into the eleven year old cold case and from there a dark and sinister tail emerges.

What happened to Charlie? Can they find closer for Jean. Are sone secrets orthodoxy killing to keep. Is Jean who has a dark and sorted past more involved then she admits? So many things to uncover and in the end Will they ever know Charlie’s truth?

Excellent read really enjoyed it. It kind of just Ramos down at the end and it heaved a few loose ends. But overall it was a great story and I do recommend it!

Devil's Way is book #4 in the Kate Marshall series. This time Kate, a Private Investigator, and her assistant, Tristan, are investigating a cold case involving the disappearance of little Charlie. Charlie was only 3 years old when he vanished during a camping trip to Dartmoor, with his family. Many years later his grandmother wants the case reopened by Kate and hopes to get some closure. I have enjoyed every book of Robert Bryndza's so far and Devil's Way is no exception. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for my ARC.

Kate Marshall is a former policewoman and professor, who becomes a private detective. With her partner, Tristan, she's gaining a degree of notoriety. But that can't prevent her from being caught and almost drowned by a riptide. In the hospital, she encounters a woman named Jean, who has a story. Her grandson, Charlie, disappeared while on a camping trip, years ago. Kate takes the case.

But the case proves to have lots of twists and turns. Enlisting some of the policemen who did the original investigation, Kate and Tristan begin to peal back the layers of the onions.

The author is an excellent writer. It's a cliche that "it's a book that you can't put down". But this one fit the bill. The plot twists and turns and, ultimately, has a surprise for an ending. The characters are well developed. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and look for more in the series.

I needed a book that I didn’t need to think about getting into knowing the characters and this was that.

This book had a few twists and turns but was more one in which you could dive straight into

As usual in my reviews, I will not rehash the plot - you can find reviews like that out there already if that's what you're looking for... Instead, I recommend that you read this novel for yourself.

I've previously read and enjoyed several of the "Erika Foster" novels by Robert Bryndza, so was pleased to receive an ARC of this book, even though I hadn't read any of the earlier "Kate Marshall" novels. That did not matter - this book works just fine as a standalone as enough background information is given to bring the reader up to speed.

This was an enjoyable read that I found hard to put down. The plot is well thought out, and the writing style suits this genre perfectly. There is peril aplenty from the very beginning! I liked the main characters Kate and Tristan, and there's a good cast of supporting characters too.

I did start to guess the crux of the mystery part way through the book (and was pleased to be proved right!) but that just made me want to read on to the end.

Looking forward to reading more by this talented author.

Recommended for fans of twisty-turny mysteries.

My thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for an ARC. All opinions my own.

As it is becoming a tradition for me with all the books by Robert Bryndza, I cannot wait to get my hands on every new book written by this amazing author. This was not an exception and thank you very much to Netgalle for this opportunity, as I savoured his new addition to my ebook library!

Never a Dull Moment

If you're a fan of Robert Byndza's Erika Foster series, then you'll surely love Kate Marshall as well. Even if you haven't read either series yet, but enjoy a well-written detective story set in picturesque surroundings, this book is sure to delight you.

Kate used to be a police detective but is now running a holiday business and private detective agency with her former co-worker and friend, Tristan. Kate is a recovering alcoholic who has had a complicated past, including having a child with a serial killer. Despite her difficult history, she is a fascinating character that readers can't help but root for and be intrigued by.

Kate and Tristan are gradually building their business and earning a positive reputation. One day, they are approached by a grandmother who seeks their help in finding her missing grandson, who vanished years ago during a family camping trip. Kate and Tristan are tasked with following clues and a trail that had long gone cold.

As they investigate, Tristan is surprised to discover that someone he knows is connected to the case, and Kate is overcoming a health scare that has shaken her confidence. While searching for answers about the missing boy, Kate uncovers ties to another murder. Is the murder of someone assigned to protect children linked to her missing child? Was there something sinister going on within the family, and will the secret of the missing boy remain hidden?

As Kate and Tristan follow a twisting trail of clues, they realize that their investigation will have a significant impact on many lives. Although it becomes apparent early on what has happened, reaching the final revelation is still a satisfying experience, and the realistic outcome has consequences that aren't always happy.

What sets this book apart is its well-crafted characters. Bryndza is not afraid to show how vulnerable Kate is, and her sobriety is an ongoing process rather than a quick fix. The conflict between Tristan and his sister reflects the dynamics of real families.

Thank you to NetGalley and all involved in the decision of my receiving an advanced copy of this book. I am a huge fan and will read any book by this author arc or not hands down 5 stars every time.

Overall, this is an excellent detective procedural for readers who enjoy the genre. While it's not necessary to read the previous books in the series, doing so will enhance your understanding of the characters and their journey. Fans of Erika Foster and Kate Marshall will undoubtedly be excited about the next installment.

Thank you to NetGalley and all involved in the decision of my receiving an advanced copy of this book. I am a huge fan and will read any book by this author arc or not hands down 5 stars every time.

Devils way was more than just amazing from start to finish! Kate and Tristan really are an unstoppable and loveable duo. This missing child case is far from ordinary with some very unique leads and persons of interest. I was hooked from the very beginning.

I absolutely adore the Kate Marshall series and I was delighted to get the opportunity to review the newest book. I loved the plot and read the book over one sitting as I was so engrossed. It was a brilliant read and I look forward to reading Kate Marshall books for many years to come!

I found Devil's Way to be a fabulous thriller and a great introduction from the new to me author, Robert Bryndza. Five stars.

Another fantastic book by Robert brynza. He’s now one of those authors for me that I don’t even need to read the blurb I know I’m just going to love reading the book.
Like all of his other books, you get hooked from the beginning.
I love he relationship between Kate and Tristan. Both great characters.
Thank you to netgalley and the authors for allowing me to read this book.

Love Robert Brynza. Fantastic author who's books keep me gripped everything. Love the new Kate Marshal book. Great characters as per usual and a great storyline. Kept me guessing and a fabulous read.

I was blown away by this thrilling and suspenseful story. One of the things that I loved about Devil’s Way was the way in which the author kept me guessing throughout the story
Many thanks to Raven Street Publishing and to NetGalley for providing me with a galley in exchange for my honest opinion.