A Fatal Secret

A Fatal Secret Synopsis

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'The pairing of Ryder and Loveday is a stroke of genius.' Clare Chase, author of the Eve Mallow and Tara Thorpe mysteries

Oxford, 1961. A family outing to Briar's Hall ends in tragedy when eleven-year-old Eddie is found dead at the bottom of a disused well.

At first, it appears to be a tragic accident - but Coroner Clement Ryder and WPC Trudy Loveday aren't convinced. Why would a boy afraid of heights go near a well? And if he was climbing and accidentally fell, why are there no signs of cuts or dirt on his hands?

As they investigate, the secrets of Briar's Hall - and the mysterious de Lacey family who live there - begin to surface. Soon, Ryder and Loveday begin to fear that Eddie may have stumbled upon a secret that someone was willing to kill for…

A gripping, twisty cosy crime novel, perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Richard Osman and M.C. Beaton.

'Absolutely loved it… The characters were some of the best I've read in a long time.' Angela Marsons, no. 1 bestselling author of the Kim Stone series

Readers LOVE A Fatal Secret!

'Absolutely perfect! This is the book I have been craving since I last read the Thursday Murder Club series!' ?????

'Very entertaining… Full of red herrings, plot twists and turns. I thought I knew who was the killer but I was wrong.' ?????

'Have become an addict of Faith Martin - love her novels.' ?????

'This author's books are soothing to the soul. Her characters are likable, and the plots always keep me guessing. Excellent fun.'?????

'A brilliant book! This is Faith Martin at her scintillating best!… A cracking good read… Highly recommend this book and I give it a delighted 5 stars!' ?????

'Gripping suspense that will have you on the edge of your seat. I was hooked from page one.' ?????

'Great plot, excellent main characters and I read it in one sitting! I would highly recommend this book.' ?????

'Gripping… Crime-busting nostalgia at its very best.' ?????

The Ryder and Loveday Series

Book 1: A FATAL OBSESSION

Book 2: A FATAL MISTAKE

Book 3: A FATAL FLAW

Book 4: A FATAL SECRET

Book 5: A FATAL TRUTH

Book 6: A FATAL AFFAIR

Book 7: A FATAL NIGHT

Book 8: A FATAL END