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    Mind for Murder: The Emily Swanson Series, #2
    Trail of Poison: The Emily Swanson Series, #3
    Next to Disappear: The Emily Swanson Series, #1
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    The Emily Swanson Series

    By Malcolm Richards

    4.5/5

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    About this series

    The game of love can be murder...

     

    When shy student Wendy is found bludgeoned to death, her classmate Bridget is the chief suspect. But what turns a caring teenager into a cold-blooded killer?

     

    Private eye Emily Swanson is desperate to find out. Bridget is the little sister of Emily's oldest friend, and with no motive or history of violence, her role in the crime doesn't add up. Until Emily's investigation leads to a horrifying discovery.

     

    A psychopath is stalking online dating sites, searching for young women to play his sick and twisted games. Games that turn innocent victims into killers.

     

    To clear Bridget's name, Emily must enter the dark world of online catfishing. But can she catch a maniac who doesn't appear to exist—before she becomes his next fatal obsession?

     

    Dark, suspenseful, and packed with twists and turns, Kill for Love is the fifth crime thriller in the Emily Swanson series.

     

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    The Emily Swanson Series:

     

    1. Next to Disappear

    2. Mind for Murder

    3. Trail of Poison

    4. Watch You Sleep

    5. Kill for Love

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherMalcolm Richards
    Release dateJul 6, 2018
    Mind for Murder: The Emily Swanson Series, #2
    Trail of Poison: The Emily Swanson Series, #3
    Next to Disappear: The Emily Swanson Series, #1

    Titles in the series (5)

    • 1

      Next to Disappear: The Emily Swanson Series, #1
      Next to Disappear: The Emily Swanson Series, #1

      Next to Disappear: The Emily Swanson Series, #1

      Malcolm Richards
      3/5 - 1 rating
      3/5 - 1 rating

      Not every missing person is meant to be found… When troubled nurse Alina vanishes one night, it's assumed she ran away from her violent husband. Until disgraced ex-teacher Emily Swanson moves into the couple's former home. Emily's life is in ruins and she's meant to be making a fresh start. But when she learns about the missing nurse, she sees a chance for redemption. Because finding Alina could help right the wrongs of Emily's past. All she needs to do is follow the clues. But what Emily doesn't know is that Alina had a horrifying secret. One about the care foundation she worked for. And the closer Emily gets to uncovering the truth, the closer she gets to terrible danger. Inspired by a shocking true crime, Next to Disappear is the first book in a British mystery and suspense series from Malcolm Richards.     "Electrifying... Should surely be on TV." — The Bookseller   "A suspenseful murder mystery." — Readers' Favorite   ***   The Emily Swanson Series:   1. Next to Disappear 2. Mind for Murder 3. Trail of Poison 4. Watch You Sleep 5. Kill for Love

      Not every missing person is meant to be found… When troubled nurse Alina vanishes one night, it's assumed she ran away from her violent husband. Until disgraced ex-teacher Emily Swanson moves into the couple's former home. Emily's life is in ruins and she's meant to be making a fresh start. But when she learns about the missing nurse, she sees a chance for redemption. Because finding Alina could help right the wrongs of Emily's past. All she needs to do is follow the clues. But what Emily doesn't know is that Alina had a horrifying secret. One about the care foundation she worked for. And the closer Emily gets to uncovering the truth, the closer she gets to terrible danger. Inspired by a shocking true crime, Next to Disappear is the first book in a British mystery and suspense series from Malcolm Richards.     "Electrifying... Should surely be on TV." — The Bookseller   "A suspenseful murder mystery." — Readers' Favorite   ***   The Emily Swanson Series:   1. Next to Disappear 2. Mind for Murder 3. Trail of Poison 4. Watch You Sleep 5. Kill for Love

    • 2

      Mind for Murder: The Emily Swanson Series, #2
      Mind for Murder: The Emily Swanson Series, #2

      Mind for Murder: The Emily Swanson Series, #2

      Malcolm Richards
      4/5 - 3 ratings
      4/5 - 3 ratings

      You can't escape your darkest thoughts...   Emily Swanson came face to face with a psychopath - and survived. But the ordeal has left its scars. Determined to move on with her life, she visits a weekend retreat called Meadow Pines. With its forest setting and strict ban on technology, it's the perfect escape.   Until one of the guests is found hanging from a tree.   The evidence points to suicide. But when help fails to arrive and the guests start turning on each other, it's clear that Meadow Pines is not the safe haven it claims to be. Miles from the nearest town and with darkness falling fast, Emily must race to uncover the horrifying truth - because there is a murderer at the retreat who is about to kill again.   ***   The Emily Swanson Series:   1. Next to Disappear 2. Mind for Murder 3. Trail of Poison 4. Watch You Sleep 5. Kill for Love

      You can't escape your darkest thoughts...   Emily Swanson came face to face with a psychopath - and survived. But the ordeal has left its scars. Determined to move on with her life, she visits a weekend retreat called Meadow Pines. With its forest setting and strict ban on technology, it's the perfect escape.   Until one of the guests is found hanging from a tree.   The evidence points to suicide. But when help fails to arrive and the guests start turning on each other, it's clear that Meadow Pines is not the safe haven it claims to be. Miles from the nearest town and with darkness falling fast, Emily must race to uncover the horrifying truth - because there is a murderer at the retreat who is about to kill again.   ***   The Emily Swanson Series:   1. Next to Disappear 2. Mind for Murder 3. Trail of Poison 4. Watch You Sleep 5. Kill for Love

    • 3

      Trail of Poison: The Emily Swanson Series, #3
      Trail of Poison: The Emily Swanson Series, #3

      Trail of Poison: The Emily Swanson Series, #3

      Malcolm Richards
      5/5 - 3 ratings
      5/5 - 3 ratings

      Some secrets are toxic...   When environmentalist Max Edwards is found dead on the bank of the River Thames, his widow turns to rookie private detective Emily Swanson for help.   But as Emily investigates, a case of accidental death quickly takes a dangerous turn. Max isn't the only one to die in strange circumstances. One of his colleagues has vanished with her sick child. And all of the evidence points to the mysterious Valence Industries.   Out of her depth and with the body count rising, Emily must seek the help of an unlikely ally. Because if she doesn't uncover the truth about Max Edwards soon, more innocent people will die.   ***   The Emily Swanson Series:   1. Next to Disappear 2. Mind for Murder 3. Trail of Poison 4. Watch You Sleep 5. Kill for Love

      Some secrets are toxic...   When environmentalist Max Edwards is found dead on the bank of the River Thames, his widow turns to rookie private detective Emily Swanson for help.   But as Emily investigates, a case of accidental death quickly takes a dangerous turn. Max isn't the only one to die in strange circumstances. One of his colleagues has vanished with her sick child. And all of the evidence points to the mysterious Valence Industries.   Out of her depth and with the body count rising, Emily must seek the help of an unlikely ally. Because if she doesn't uncover the truth about Max Edwards soon, more innocent people will die.   ***   The Emily Swanson Series:   1. Next to Disappear 2. Mind for Murder 3. Trail of Poison 4. Watch You Sleep 5. Kill for Love

    • 4

      Watch You Sleep: The Emily Swanson Series, #4
      Watch You Sleep: The Emily Swanson Series, #4

      Watch You Sleep: The Emily Swanson Series, #4

      Malcolm Richards
      5/5 - 4 ratings
      5/5 - 4 ratings

      Someone is watching your every move...   When Jessica's husband is arrested for fraud, her family's future is thrown into jeopardy. Then the letter arrives. Someone called The Witness claims to be watching Jessica and her children through the windows of their home.   At first it seems like a sick joke. But as more unhinged letters and disturbing events follow, it's clear that The Witness is real and means to do them harm. Yet is everything as it seems?   Private investigator Emily Swanson is hired to debunk Jessica's claims. It's the kind of case that could boost her career, but as Emily draws closer to the vulnerable family and the identity of The Witness, she soon finds her loyalty questioned... and her life in grave danger.     ***   The Emily Swanson Series:   1. Next To Disappear 2. Mind For Murder 3. Trail Of Poison 4. Watch You Sleep 5. Kill For Love

      Someone is watching your every move...   When Jessica's husband is arrested for fraud, her family's future is thrown into jeopardy. Then the letter arrives. Someone called The Witness claims to be watching Jessica and her children through the windows of their home.   At first it seems like a sick joke. But as more unhinged letters and disturbing events follow, it's clear that The Witness is real and means to do them harm. Yet is everything as it seems?   Private investigator Emily Swanson is hired to debunk Jessica's claims. It's the kind of case that could boost her career, but as Emily draws closer to the vulnerable family and the identity of The Witness, she soon finds her loyalty questioned... and her life in grave danger.     ***   The Emily Swanson Series:   1. Next To Disappear 2. Mind For Murder 3. Trail Of Poison 4. Watch You Sleep 5. Kill For Love

    • 5

      Kill for Love: The Emily Swanson Series, #5
      Kill for Love: The Emily Swanson Series, #5

      Kill for Love: The Emily Swanson Series, #5

      Malcolm Richards
      0 ratings
      0 ratings

      The game of love can be murder...   When shy student Wendy is found bludgeoned to death, her classmate Bridget is the chief suspect. But what turns a caring teenager into a cold-blooded killer?   Private eye Emily Swanson is desperate to find out. Bridget is the little sister of Emily's oldest friend, and with no motive or history of violence, her role in the crime doesn't add up. Until Emily's investigation leads to a horrifying discovery.   A psychopath is stalking online dating sites, searching for young women to play his sick and twisted games. Games that turn innocent victims into killers.   To clear Bridget's name, Emily must enter the dark world of online catfishing. But can she catch a maniac who doesn't appear to exist—before she becomes his next fatal obsession?   Dark, suspenseful, and packed with twists and turns, Kill for Love is the fifth crime thriller in the Emily Swanson series.   ***   The Emily Swanson Series:   1. Next to Disappear 2. Mind for Murder 3. Trail of Poison 4. Watch You Sleep 5. Kill for Love

      The game of love can be murder...   When shy student Wendy is found bludgeoned to death, her classmate Bridget is the chief suspect. But what turns a caring teenager into a cold-blooded killer?   Private eye Emily Swanson is desperate to find out. Bridget is the little sister of Emily's oldest friend, and with no motive or history of violence, her role in the crime doesn't add up. Until Emily's investigation leads to a horrifying discovery.   A psychopath is stalking online dating sites, searching for young women to play his sick and twisted games. Games that turn innocent victims into killers.   To clear Bridget's name, Emily must enter the dark world of online catfishing. But can she catch a maniac who doesn't appear to exist—before she becomes his next fatal obsession?   Dark, suspenseful, and packed with twists and turns, Kill for Love is the fifth crime thriller in the Emily Swanson series.   ***   The Emily Swanson Series:   1. Next to Disappear 2. Mind for Murder 3. Trail of Poison 4. Watch You Sleep 5. Kill for Love

    Author

    Malcolm Richards

    Malcolm Richards writes mystery suspense fiction focusing on everyday people placed in extraordinary circumstances. Born in Cornwall in 1974, Malcolm has worked as a reading recovery teacher, a nurture group leader teaching children with complex behavioural and emotional needs, and as a teacher of creative writing. Malcolm lives and writes in South East London.

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