Book 1

The Blood Promise

by Liz Mistry

Published 23 May 2024

'Page-turning and chilling' The Sun

'The story was full of twists and was intense and immersive. A fantastic start to an intriguing new series’ Angela Marsons

A deadly gift

Imogen Clark wakes up on her 16th birthday to find her parents dead at the breakfast table, along with a message from their killer.

A twist of fate

Detectives Jazzy Solanki and Annie McQueen join the investigation, but the more they discover, the more Jazzy suspects that the killing is a twisted message for her. Jazzy shares the same birthday as Imogen, and believes that this is more than a coincidence.

A race to catch a killer

When Jazzy discovers the connection between the killer and the stalker who has been following her for years, she is forced to confront the dark past she was desperate to keep hidden. She must stop at nothing to solve the case, before she becomes the next victim…

Don't miss the first book in the Solanki and McQueen Crime Series, perfect for fans of Stuart MacBride, Val McDermid and Marion Todd.

'Dark, disturbing and compelling' Neil Lancaster

'Gritty and gutsy, with assured writing and a stellar plot. I loved it’ Ruth Dugdall

'A superbly-crafted story with writing so vivid the atmosphere floats from the pages. A compelling launch in a terrific new series' Rick Mofina

Readers LOVE The Blood Promise!

'This book was insane! It was twisted, it was gripping but it was so darn good!' NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Captivating, compelling, and brilliant' NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'An impressive start to a new series and I look forward with great anticipation to the next book' NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Stunning, clever, brilliant and all the other superlatives' NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


Book 2

The Revenge Pact

by Liz Mistry

Published 21 November 2024

Don't miss the next instalment in the Solanki and McQueen Crime Series, perfect for fans of Stuart MacBride, Val McDermid and Marion Todd.

'A complex and expertly crafted thriller.' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Breathtakingly brilliant' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Available for pre-order now!

'Page-turning and chilling'The Sun on The Blood Promise, Book 1 in the Solanki and McQueen Crime Series

'Riveting' The Post

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TWO DEATHS

Tommy and Markie Jones are discovered dead at the side of a road in Scotland.

TWO RIVAL GANGS

Detectives Jazzy Solanki and Annie McQueen are on the scene where the bodies are identified as the nephews of Loanie Gibbs, head of a notable Edinburgh gang.

The turf war between the gangs of Glasgow and Edinburgh has existed for years, but these murders signal an escalation in violence.

ONE UNFORGIVABLE BETRAYAL

As the investigation unfolds, there’s suspicion about a leak within the police force, and to her dismay Jazzy is asked to keep a watchful eye on someone close to her. With distrust on all sides, can the pair uncover the truth before the body count mounts even more?

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Praise for Liz Mistry

'Page-turning and chilling' The Sun

'Riveting' The Post

'The story was full of twists and was intense and immersive. A fantastic start to an intriguing new series’ Angela Marsons

‘A harrowing and suspenseful page turner that perfectly encapsulates “Northern Noir”. This is how a police procedural is done’ Nadine Matheson

'Packed with humour and grit, The Revenge Pact is a fantastic thriller told at a breakneck pace. Liz Mistry is fast becoming one of my favourite authors, and the Jazz Queens might just be my favourite new detective duo' Tom Mead

‘Northern Noir doesn't get much better than this! Gripping from start to finish, this is a superb story.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Wow, wow, wow Liz Mistry certainly knows how to engage and entertain her readers through her writing. I absolutely loved this book and devoured it in less than two days…’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Liz Mistry has done it again. This latest book in her series has it all, mystery, suspense, and thriller. Captivating from the start.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘This was a perfect police procedural book, with everything going for it… The storyline was exciting from the start and the characterisation spot on.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐