This is a 21.000 words novella that is the prequel to Cruel Justice. New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author M A Comley presents the Justice series. The Justice series in order are: Cruel Justice #1 in Police Procedurals and 1# Women Sleuths. FREE Impeding Justice #1 in Police Procedurals Final justice #1 Action and Adventure #1 Women's Detective Foul Justice #1 Hard-Boiled Mysteries Guaranteed Justice #1 Women Sleuths Ultimate Justice - #2 Women Sleuths Virtual Justice - #1 Hard Boiled/#2 Psychological ThrillersHostile Justice - #1 Police Procedural Tortured Justice - #2 Women Sleuths Rough Justice - Now available Dubious Justice - Now available Blind Justice - introduction novella to the series. DI Lorne Simpkins and DS Pete Childs are called to investigate the death of Jenny Bartlett, who's decomposing body is found in a wooded area. When Lorne informs Jenny's parents of her death they are understandably shocked but also confused by the news as they were under the impression their daughter was out of the country, working as a volunteer in Africa. Delving deep into Jenny's personal life leads Lorne to Jenny's former boyfriend, Simon Killon, after Lorne discovers they had a secret liaison in a restaurant shortly before her death. But is he guilty of Jenny's murder? After learning what traumas Simon himself has encountered lately, Lorne has her doubts that he's the culprit. However she finds it hard to disprove the evidence pointing in his direction.

The headless body of a wealthy widow is discovered decomposing in Chelling Forest. Detective Inspector Lorne Simpkins and her partner, DS Pete Childs are assigned to the case. A few days later another victim, this time a young girl, is discovered. Who could the killer be and what's the connection between the two victims?Then after a third murder, the killer contacts Lorne with a grisly surprise. It looks like Lorne has a serial killer on her hands - and one that has become fixated on her. As she tries to solve the crimes, Lorne is also coping with a failing marriage and new, unsympathetic boss with whom she has a secret past. Then, as she begins to despair at the lack of clues, help arrives from an unlikely source.

This is a 12,000 word novelette based on actual events. It may not be homicide, but to DI Lorne Simpkins it’s still murder. When a reporter friend of DI Lorne Simpkins gives her a tip about a story involving ex-racing greyhounds, Lorne is sceptical. But after delving into it, she’s horrified to discover the grisly fate of racing dogs that are no longer useful to their owners – and she’s determined to bring the cruel and uncaring owners to justice… “Animal welfare is so close to my heart, the real-life plight of these former racing dogs moved me to tears. I’m delighted to donate all profits of the book to PUPS, The Protection of Unwanted Puppies Society.” Mel Comley – Author. .

Detective Inspector Lorne Simpkins comes up against her long-time nemesis, The Unicorn. After leading Simpkins and her partner into a trap, in which Pete is killed, Lorne comes to the conclusion the criminal is obtaining insider information, enabling him to stay one step ahead of them. Can Lorne uncover who the mole is before The Unicorn harms her daughter?

A 12,000 word Justice short novella to be read between CRUEL JUSTICE and IMPEDING JUSTICE from NY Times and USA Today bestselling author M A Comley. What would you do if you saw a stranger's life in danger? DI Lorne Simpkins and her partner, DS Pete Childs investigate a violent attack. Lorne becomes increasingly concerned when her star witness, Donna Moran, goes missing. She knew Donna was petrified, but has Donna just gone into hiding, or has she been taken by the offenders? New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author M A Comley presents the Justice series. Bonus: Includes the first chapter of IMPEDING JUSTICE.The Justice series in order are: Cruel Justice #1 in Police Procedurals and 1# Women Sleuths. FREE Impeding Justice #1 in Police Procedurals only 99p/99c Final justice #1 Action and Adventure Foul Justice #1 Hard-Boiled Mysteries Guaranteed Justice #1 Women Sleuths Ultimate Justice - #2 Women Sleuths Virtual Justice - #1 Hard Boiled/#2 Psychological ThrillersHostile Justice - #1 Police ProceduralTortured Justice - #1 Vigilante JusticeRough Justice - #1 Women SleuthsDubious Justice - #1 British DetectivesCalculated Justice - Now available.Twisted Justice - Now available Blind Justice - introduction novella to the series.

A ruthless killer returns—and former DI Lorne Simpkins is forced to revisit her ugly past. After suffering a breakdown and quitting the force, Lorne Simpkins finds herself embroiled in an MI6 covert operation to hunt down her old enemy, a sadistic and merciless criminal whose ambition is to become the world's richest man. Lorne tracks the madman through France, attempting to thwart his plans and bring her long-time nemesis to Final Justice.

Detective Inspector Lorne Simpkins is back on the force. Before she can get comfortable with her new partner, newly-promoted DS Katy Foster, the two are assigned a tragic murder case that looks like a robbery gone wrong. However, when another wealthy footballer's family meets the same deadly fate within twenty-four hours, it is clear the crimes involve something far more sinister. Keeping her focus on unravelling the complex case isn't easy for Lorne when she learns news that throws her personal life into a spin—her fiancé, M16 agent Tony Warner, is involved in a dangerous covert operation in Afghanistan. But innocent people are dying on her patch, and someone must catch the killers. Lorne can't allow this Foul Justice to prevail.

It’s just an ordinary day in the life of D I Lorne Simpkins until she gets a phone call from a woman whose husband has died in unusual circumstances. Lorne takes up the case with disastrous results for both her and her partner DS Pete Childs.

Retired DCI Lorne Simpkins thought she knew what she wanted when she started an animal rescue centre with her husband Tony. Although saving and retraining exploited dogs is fulfilling, Lorne can't help but feel that something vital is missing from her life. Linda Carter is brutally raped and left for dead in an alley. By some miracle, she survives, but now she lives each day terrified by the perpetrator's final threatening words—that her sister, Fiona, will be his next victim. The sisters decide to adopt a watch dog and contact the rescue centre. During a home check to see if the girls and their flat are suited for a German Shepherd, Lorne witnesses Linda's horrendous injuries. The young woman knows the identity of her rapist—wealthy, playboy Graham Gibson—however, the police haven't made an arrest. The shocking story turns into a life-altering moment for Lorne. She decides to become a Private Investigator, and urges the girls to let her take up their case. Little does she know that more victims will come forward to accuse Gibson of rape. Lorne is determined to see this vicious criminal behind bars, but is anyone ever guaranteed justice?

A ship wreck—Dozens of bodies washed ashore—Clear evidence that evil has made port in London. The horrific case piques the interest of P.I. Lorne Simpkins. It doesn't take long before Lorne learns that young, helpless women are being caged and sold to the wealthy and salacious. Old wounds are wrenched open when she suspects a cover-up by the very authorities that should be keeping lawful order. Can she trust the self-serving journalist bent on making the human-trafficking ring his next big story? When her daughter is involved in a life-threatening accident, it's difficult for Lorne to keep her head in the game. But Lorne and her ex-MI6 husband, Tony, are determined to end the repulsive slave trade and bring the criminals to justice—even if it means Lorne ends up locked in a cage herself.

P.I. Lorne Warner is back in Virtual Justice, the seventh installment in the Justice series. The strangled body of a gorgeous woman draws Lorne into an intricate investigation that swiftly expands when a second beautiful innocent is murdered. Victims are being plucked from internet dating sites. A serial killer is on the loose. But when a third victim is discovered—this one male—Lorne is forced to admit her worst fears… she is on the trail of a serial killer duo. Lorne’s personal life grows complicated as her sister, Jade, struggles to come to terms with their father’s death. Lorne suggests drastic measures to cure Jade's grief. The answers are out there, but will Lorne solve the crimes and find the killer before more victims die?

Enticed back to the police force, Lorne again teams up with Katy, her former partner. Things are no longer the same between them, though. Katy is now Lorne's superior which could prove detrimental to their latest investigation. The crime itself is perplexing: Four small boys discover the corpse of a woman in an abandoned warehouse. CCTV footage shows the woman was abducted in broad daylight by two hooded men. When questioned, the woman's husband swears she had no known enemies and he thought she was on holiday at the time of her death. During the investigation a personal problem unfolds for Lorne when her teenage, daughter, Charlie, attends a friend's eighteenth birthday party - with dire consequences.

Revenge... some cups spilleth over. DS Lorne Warner and DI Katy Foster are investigating the murder of a man killed with an unusual weapon. The case takes a turn when two brothers disappear within the vicinity of the murder. Lorne and Katy quickly determine that they may be after a group of serial killers out for their own sort of justice.

After two detectives are suspended, the Met is forced to return to all the cases the partners investigated. The cold case of a missing university student, Noelle Chesterfield lands on DS Lorne Simpkins' desk. Because Noelle was working her way through school as a pole dancer, Lorne and her partner DI Katy Foster find themselves with plenty of suspects on their radar. However, when the leads run dry, they call in the services of an unusual ally to find the missing student and give her devastated family some peace.

Nothing is as it seems. DS Lorne Warner and DI Katy Foster are called to the scene of an electrician's suspected suicide but quickly discover that they're dealing with a murder case instead. Katy's family emergency forces her back home to be by her parent's side in Manchester, leaving Lorne as detective inspector, working alongside a new, and frustrating, partner. When two more murders of tradesmen occur, the investigation throws suspicion on a couple who have recently renovated their home. However, the forensic team uncovers a lot more than anyone bargained for.

New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author M A Comley presents the Justice series. A fast-paced, often chilling case for Lorne and her team to try and solve. Let the chase begin... Lorne Warner, newly reinstated as Inspector again, is confronted with one of her worst cases to date. She knows who kidnapped the Hardy family—their kidnapper contacted her himself. But he forces Lorne and her team into a game of cat and mouse that leads them on a chase across London. As each clue brings Lorne closer to finding the family, she realises that saving the lives of the Hardy might mean sacrificing her own.

The next exciting instalment in the bestselling, award-winning Justice series by New York Times and USA Today bestselling author M A Comley When the local pathologist asks DI Lorne Warner and DS Katy Foster to attend the scene of an accidental explosion, it's not long before the capable detectives find that the victim was murdered aboard his boat before the "accident" occurred. Delving into the victim's past leads Lorne across the county border into Norfolk, where she calls upon her good friend DI Sally Parker to assist in the investigation. What the joint team reveals about the victim's extended family blows them away. Can Lorne and Sally find the crucial evidence in time to prevent the notorious family from carrying out their own twisted justice to sustain their wealth?

A Christmas short story of 10,000 involving all the old members of the team. DI Lorne Simpkins and her partner DS Pete Childs encounter a dangerous gang of Santas who plan on creating havoc on the streets of London on Christmas Eve. Pete is persuaded to go undercover to foil the gang's audacious plan.

Unfair Justice is a Justice series short story of 10,000 words which involves all the original characters. In the early hours of the morning, the murdered body of a teenager, Maria Collins, in discovered close to a railway track. With very few clues to go on, can DI Lorne Simpkins and her team uncover who the murderer is before he claims yet another victim?

A killer, an abductor, and a villain intent on revenge - just a normal week in the life of DI Lorne Warner. When a wealthy woman is found murdered in a country lane, close to her home, it's up to Lorne to find the evidence to track down the rural killer. When another resident in the same vicinity is abducted, the evidence points Lorne to believe both cases are connected. However, Lorne's focus on the puzzling case is in jeopardy, when a criminal awaiting trial threatens her career in the force. Can Lorne restore the tranquility in the once sleepy community? And will she still be a serving police officer in the Met by the end of the investigation?

A fast-paced short story thriller in the bestselling Justice series. In a race against time, with the life of a young woman at risk, DI Lorne Simpkins and her partner, DS Pete Childs find themselves in an impossible situation which puts them in mortal danger. Can the dynamic duo rescue her before she draws her final breath, or will they fall victim to a diabolical killer?

One Killer. Several gruesome murders. Two hundred miles apart. This case is going to take two exceptional detectives to solve it. DI Lorne Warner and her husband, Tony, travel north to team up with DI Hero Nelson, on the trail of a killer randomly killing his victims in public places. It soon becomes apparent the killer is toying with the detectives. To stay ahead of the investigation team, he changes his MO and ups his game... with a devastating outcome.

Time is of the essence to find a missing young mother. DI Lorne Simpkins and her partner, DS Pete Childs try to solve one of their most complex cases to date. Having returned to work after completing her maternity leave, Kim Connell is reported missing by her concerned husband when she fails to come home that evening. The investigation reveals a dark and sinister motive in the search for Kim. Discover what that motive is by reading Seeking Justice - a fast-paced Justice novella.

From NY Times bestselling author M A Comley, who has successfully sold over two million copies worldwide. A chance encounter leads to a gruesome conclusion. But there is much more to this case than first meets the eye. Yet another case for determined DI Lorne Warner and her team to solve. The investigation proves to be a complex one from the outset, revealing not just one murder to solve but several. Just when Lorne believes she has all the answers, the killer contacts her and makes a terrifying threat. She’s up against it, mentally and physically… Will Lorne be able to pit her wits against a killer who isn’t afraid of getting caught? Grab your copy today. An ideal read for fans of Angie Marsons and Joy Ellis.

When life gets tough... Desperation seeps in. When Jonathan Giles has nowhere left to turn in life, he commits suicide. How can a fifteen-year-old boy be driven to take such drastic action to solve his problems? DI Lorne Warner is about to tackle the most heart-wrenching, nonsensical case of her career. With the suicide statistics among teenagers rising on her patch, DCI Roberts asks Lorne to investigate the reasons behind the victims taking their own lives. Will the shocking truth Lorne and her tenacious team uncover give the grieving families the justice they deserve?

From NY Times bestselling author M A Comley comes the final Justice book. With over two and a half million copies sold worldwide this is a must read series. Time is supposed to be a great healer... However, sometimes to heal isn't enough. Back on duty for her final case, DI Lorne Warner and her team are assigned one of their most gruesome cases to date when a man is found murdered in his home. The brutal nature of the crime makes Lorne suspect a woman is behind the murder. But why? What could her motive be? With less than two weeks to go before Lorne retires, can she solve not one gruesome murder but a number of them? Could there possibly be a female serial killer on the loose or something far more sinister afoot? Grab this fast-paced thriller today and prepare to be riveted to the edge of your seat. Other books in this highly successful series Cruel Justice #1 in Police Procedurals and1# Women Sleuths. Impeding Justice #1 in Police Procedurals Final justice #1 Action and Adventure Foul Justice #1 Hard-Boiled Mysteries Guaranteed Justice #1 Women Sleuths Ultimate Justice - #2 Women Sleuths Virtual Justice - #1 Hard Boiled #2 Psychological Thrillers Hostile Justice - #1 Police Procedural Tortured Justice - #1 Vigilante Justice Rough Justice - #1 Women Sleuths Dubious Justice - #1 British Detectives Calculated Justice - #2 Action and Adventure Twisted Justice - #1 Women Sleuths Prime Justice - #2 Police Procedural Shameful Justice - #1 Women Sleuths Immoral Justice - #2 British Detectives Toxic Justice - #1 Hard Boiled

A Justice novella featuring the original cast members, yes, Pete is back! DI Lorne Warner and her partner, Pete Childs have one of their toughest cases to crack in this fast paced novella. Someone is intent on attacking pensioners in their own homes. Can Lorne and Pete put an end to these heinous crimes? Or will someone else intervene to give the investigation a helping hand? Other books and novellas in this series are: Cruel Justice #1 in Police Procedurals and1# Women Sleuths. Impeding Justice #1 in Police Procedurals Final justice #1 Action and Adventure Foul Justice #1 Hard-Boiled Mysteries Guaranteed Justice #1 Women Sleuths Ultimate Justice - #2 Women Sleuths Virtual Justice - #1 Hard Boiled #2 Psychological Thrillers Hostile Justice - #1 Police Procedural Tortured Justice - #1 Vigilante Justice Rough Justice - #1 Women Sleuths Dubious Justice - #1 British Detectives Calculated Justice - #2 Action and Adventure Twisted Justice - #1 Women Sleuths Prime Justice - #2 Police Procedural Shameful Justice - #1 Women Sleuths Immoral Justice - #2 British Detectives Toxic Justice - #2 Hard-Boiled Mysteries Overdue Justice - Final book. Short stories to accompany the series involving Lorne and Pete are: Blind Justice - introduction novella to the series. It's a Dog's Life - 20,000 word novella Merry Widow - a short story Justice at Christmas - a 10,000 word short story. Unfair Justice - a 10,000 word short story Mortal Justice - a 15,000 word novella. Irrational Justice - 10,000 word short story. Seeking Justice - 15,000 word novella.

From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author M A Comley who has sold nearly three million ebooks worldwide. The year is 2004, Lorne Simpkins and her partner, Pete Childs, have a terror attack on their hands. Lorne has her suspicions who is behind the incident... her arch enemy, The Unicorn. Can the intrepid duo bring the vile criminal to justice before he carries out his ultimate plan to tear the capital apart? Grab this 17,000 word thrilling novella now.

Santa is dead... Or is he? DI Lorne Simpkins investigates the murder of a man wearing a Santa suit in the week leading up to Christmas. Why was he inside Jilly Cartwright’s home? Ho...Ho...How did he die and who killed him? This is a Justice short story of 15000 words.

Buy the first three books of the Justice series in this special edition boxed set. CRUEL JUSTICE The woods held secrets... ...and a headless body. It's not the only one. When the news broke, it was chaos. With the two best detectives on the case, there were sure to be some answers. At least that was the hope. They're stumped. And people are scared. DI Lorne Simpkins is getting bad vibes on this one. She can't shake the feeling that she's being watched. Are they dealing with a serial killer or are there two murderers on the loose? Now she and her partner are besieged on all sides by the press, their new boss, and every person they see on the streets. People want answers. Nobody's happy with how it's going... ...especially not the person who sent her the most frightening letter she's ever read. You won't believe the twists and turns in this thriller. Get ready to turn pages until well past your bedtime. This one's addictive. IMPEDING JUSTICE A vile criminal with an evil agenda. The streets of London are on red alert. When the call came in... it struck fear into Lorne's heart. She's spent eight frustrating years tracking him. The sound of helicopters overhead... the masked gunman is in sight. Evil and corrupt... this criminal takes pride in having top men in authority in his pocket. Can Lorne succeed where MI6 and others have failed in the past? He takes pleasure in mocking her, goading her and even leading her into a fatal trap. Her confidence is shaken, she has to dig deep to combat her fears and overcome his antics. Can this extraordinary ballsy detective keep those around her safe? It's going to be her toughest assignment yet as the threats are coming at her from every angle. FINAL JUSTICE Foreign shores are calling... DI Lorne Simpkins is forced to revisit her ugly past. Shaken and confused after her last investigation disrupted both her personal and professional life, Lorne finds herself embroiled in a MI6 covert operation to hunt down an old enemy. The sadistic, merciless criminal has a new ambition... one that he's determined to achieve on foreign soil. Can Lorne thwart his outrageous plans and finally bring the vile criminal to justice?