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THE COMPLETE DETECTIVE SOPHIE ALLEN BOX SET eight absolutely gripping crime thrillers Kindle Edition

by MICHAEL HAMBLING (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 10,297 ratings
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DO YOU LOVE GRIPPING CRIME FICTION? THEN MEET DETECTIVE SOPHIE ALLEN.

FROM BEST-SELLING AUTHOR MICHAEL HAMBLING.

YOU GET EIGHT ENTHRALLING MYSTERIES IN THIS GREAT-VALUE BOX SET. This is the COMPLETE DETECTIVE SOPHIE ALLEN SERIES.

Book 1: DARK CRIMES
A young woman’s body is discovered on a deserted footpath in a Dorset seaside town late on a cold November night. She has been stabbed through the heart. It seems like a simple case for DCI Sophie Allen and her team to solve. But not when the victim’s mother is found strangled the next morning.

Book 2: DEADLY CRIMES
A young man’s mutilated body is found on top of the Agglestone, a well-known local landmark on Studland Heath.

Book 3: SECRET CRIMES
Two women go away for the weekend, but only one comes back alive. Was it just the music they were into? And who was the man the victim met at the festival?

Book 4: BURIED CRIMES
A devastating family secret unearthed. Sisters with a murderous rivalry.

Book 5: TWISTED CRIMES
Retired couple Sylvia and Ted Armitage attend the wrong funeral. It’s an honest mistake. But one month on, their bodies are found in their car, abandoned in the depths of a tranquil nature reserve.

Book 6: EVIL CRIMES
A young man’s body is spotted in the stormy Dorset sea. Did he lose his footing and fall in? Or is there a more sinister cause of death?

Book 7: SHADOW CRIMES
An undercover detective disappears. A retired prison guard is found dead. Drugs and contraband phones are out of control in the local prisons. How are they getting in?

Book 8: SILENT CRIMES
Detective Sophie Allen’s daughter discovers the body of a reclusive tramp out in the woods. Sophie and her team try to piece together something about his life, but progress is slow. NO ONE IS QUITE WHAT THEY SEEM.

DISCOVER ONE OF THE WORLD’S FAVOURITE DETECTIVES

IF YOU LIKE ANGELA MARSONS, RACHEL ABBOTT, COLIN DEXTER, RUTH RENDELL, OR MARK BILLINGHAM you will be gripped by this exciting new crime fiction writer.

THE DETECTIVE
DCI Sopie Allen is head of the recently formed Violent Crime Unit in Dorset. A beautiful English county which includes a stunning section of the coastline, but whose beauty belies darkness beneath the surface. She is 42 as the series starts, and lives with her husband and younger daughter in Wareham. Her elder daughter is studying in London. Sophie has a law degree and a master’s in criminal psychology. Her brilliant mind conceals some dark secrets from her past.

What readers are saying about Michael Hambling’s books

“I love Sophie as a character.” Hannelore

“I highly recommend this series to any fans of the police procedural.” Kenneth

“An utterly compelling book from Michael Hambling.” Ron

“The characters were a diverse, mixed bag of well-developed, realistic personalities.” Nicki

“Surprise after surprise for the reader await.” Joyce

“The storyline kept me hooked from start to finish and the police procedure, in my opinion, was immaculate which in crime novels isn't always the case!” Dreenbee

DON’T MISS THIS GREAT VALUE BOX SET. YOU WILL GET MANY HOURS OF GREAT READING.
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B087D92CLC
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Joffe Book crime thriller and mystery box sets (April 20, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 20, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2878 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 1654 pages
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    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 10,297 ratings

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Michael Hambling

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I try to write thoughtful, contemporary crime novels and include several plot layers in my books. The adult novels feature DCI Sophie Allen and her close-knit team of detectives. I don't write simple whodunnits, nor violent, all-action, gun-toting thrillers.

The sequence of books in the series is as follows:

BOOK 1: DARK CRIMES

BOOK 2: DEADLY CRIMES

BOOK 3: SECRET CRIMES

BOOK 4: BURIED CRIMES

BOOK 5: TWISTED CRIMES

BOOK 6: EVIL CRIMES

BOOK 7: SHADOW CRIMES

BOOK 8: SILENT CRIMES

BOOK 9: RUTHLESS CRIMES

BOOK 10: BRUTAL CRIMES

BOOK 11: HIDDEN CRIMES

BOOK 12: VICIOUS CRIMES

BOOKS 1 - 8 are available as a Kindle box set. The Kindle versions of my novels provide a really low-cost way of reading my books.

I've also started a series of adventure/crime/mysteries for teenagers: THE MISFITS, available on Amazon.

BOOK 1: The LOST TRAMP

BOOK 2: THE MISSING PILOT

BOOK 3: THE POISONED MEADOW

The Misfits are a group of friendly and supportive teenagers who all feel themselves to be outsiders in some way; disabled, gay, ethnic minority, Asperger's or other life-issues that leave them feeling isolated. They get together and instantly feel at home with each other. They set about solving crimes that may appear to be too low-level for the police, though they have a habit of escalating. Give the books a go; you'll probably enjoy them!

I live in the West of England and set the locations of my novels in this region, usually in Dorset, a beautiful coastal county.

You may wish to visit my website to find out more or to contact me; search for my name using any good search engine. I'm happy to answer all emails that come my way. You'll also find a collection of short stories available for free online reading on my website.

A small number of bizarre reader reviews for novel 9 imply that I’m a “rabid leftie”. In fact I’m a floating voter and have voted for all three main UK political parties in elections at various times. But I have an “inclusive” outlook on life, and I empathise with minorities. Some also seem to object to my stated support for NHS and care staff during the Covid pandemic, and also to the inclusion of a small number of LGBT people in my novels. I intend to continue including personalities and topics that make people think. I support both the Black Lives Matter movement and improved Trans Rights.

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texaspsych
5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful read
Reviewed in the United States on October 28, 2020
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This was a great series. As before, I had been quite skeptical about getting not only a book for $.99 but an entire box set for $.99. But to my amazement, these stories were very well written and engaging. The main character is a woman who is smart, strong and assertive and has a family who is very likable. She looks out for colleagues and many of these characters are also quite engaging. The author develops relationships within the police force which carry over in the series, add to the story development but don't become the main focus. People have their quirks but no one is really out in left field. Each story was distinctly different and all were great reads.
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VPomeroy
5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely Wonderful!
Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2020
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When I saw this set of books for Kindle for only 99¢, I thought they probably wouldn't be very good. Wow, was I ever wrong!

These books are full of great plots - with twists, but not so complicated as to be confusing - and well-developed characters who are realistic, interesting and likeable. Page-turners, every single one of them!

There are also no editing errors, and no cliches. The characters have everyday problems at times, but there is none of the "strong-but-somewhat-dim perfect beauty yearning to be with the model-perfect-hot-policeman" nonsense here that ruins many a detective series.

Each book stands on its own, but it helps to read them in order because each case affects the police who solve them, and it helps in understanding the characters more.

Highly recommend this set. And I hope to read more by this author!
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Annie Athens
4.0 out of 5 stars Well Written and Four Stars as Well Worth the Price. BUT....
Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2023
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Most of the plots were good as was the writing. What didn't I like, that we had to have time and time again comments regarding the characters sexual orientation. Most of us couldn't care less. and it became boring. The other problem was I really disliked Sophie the main character and her Daughter. I found her over-bearing and arrogant to the point of wondering why she even needed a team to work with.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Sophie Allen Collection
Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2024
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Super engaging; good writing and wonderful characters. Recommend to all crime solving readers! Will look for more to read. Most importantly, a strong female lead.
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JBF
5.0 out of 5 stars Sophie Allen thrillers
Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2024
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This is a simply lovely read. I enjoyed every minute of each of the eight books! Each had me guessing at each of the twists and turns, never figuring out who “done it” until the wrap up. I highly recommend this series! Wish there were more!
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Marilyn Haught-Masi
5.0 out of 5 stars Sophie Allen
Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2024
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What a great find, this series kept me turning pages for days! Truly a wonderful read! You won’t be disappointed.
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Steve McClaren
4.0 out of 5 stars Good read, good mysteries, sad need to inject gender issues.
Reviewed in the United States on November 6, 2022
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Good read, good mysteries, sad need to inject gender issues. So unnecessary but then most political agendas are, aren't they?
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JPWxxx
5.0 out of 5 stars Sophie Allen wove her way into my being
Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2024
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A grand way to spend time learning how an intelligent hardworking police detective can sole crimes. Hambling did well in bringing Sophie to life. An enjoyable read.
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Gil Rand
5.0 out of 5 stars Great set
Reviewed in Canada on January 26, 2024
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Great set of books for a great price.
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debbie smith
5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely Brilliant
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 19, 2024
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Having lived in this part of the country it was so good to have all the memories brought to life with such vivid detail.

All the books are totally gripping and Sophie is one kick ass woman. I was sad when I finished the last one. I need more!

Fantastic plots and story lines. Well done Mr Hambling
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Kindle-Kunde
5.0 out of 5 stars Unglaublich spannend
Reviewed in Germany on October 27, 2023
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Ich konnte fast nicht aufhören zu lesen, es war so spannend. Man lebt mit den Hauptfiguren mit und neben den eigentlichen Fällen bekommt deren Leben mit allen "Höhen und Tiefen" mit.
Ein fliessender Schreibstil mit humorvollen und ironischen Anekdoten machen das Lesen leicht.
Ich kann diese Bücher absolut empfehlen.
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Cliente de Kindle
1.0 out of 5 stars Demasiado mensaje subliminal
Reviewed in Spain on August 29, 2023
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No me ha gustado nada esta serie. Soy devoradora de novela policiaca y esto no me ha merecido la pena
Aburrido, poco ágil, nada nada
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Barbara
4.0 out of 5 stars A good rrad
Reviewed in Italy on March 18, 2023
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Every book could be read as a stand alone. I have given 4 stars overall, a couple of the books were 3 star. A good read and I could picture the main characters, even thinking about which actors could play them.
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