The Hangman’s Hold (DCI Matilda Darke Thriller, Book 4)

Michael Wood

Aug 2018 · DCI Matilda Darke Thriller Book 4 · Sold by HarperCollins UK

About this ebook

Your life is in his hands.

In the gripping new serial killer thriller from Michael Wood, Matilda Darke faces a vicious killer pursuing his own brand of lethal justice. Perfect for fans of Angela Marsons and Helen Fields.

There’s a killer in your house.
The Hangman waits in the darkness.

He knows your darkest secrets.
He’ll make you pay for all the crimes you have tried desperately to forget.

And he is closer than you think.
DCI Matilda Darke is running out of time. Fear is spreading throughout the city. As the body count rises, Matilda is targeted and her most trusted colleagues fall under suspicion. But can she keep those closest to her from harm? Or is it already too late?

Ratings and reviews

I realized between halfway and 2/3rds through, at the race who it was, I actually thought it might be him as soon as I him and his girl started dating. It takes too long to get there. Matilda is supposed to be such a badass detective and took forever to figure it out. Also as with all of these, the ending and epilogue are always rushed. That's why I like them and don't love them and have to try to avoid skimming.

I don't think its her best, but she is still streaks ahead of most other crime writers. I was still hooked and will continue to be with this writer

A really enjoyable read from start to finish. I didn't guess the killer, makes a change from predictable books. Well done.

About the author

Michael Wood is a freelance journalist and proofreader living in Sheffield. As a journalist he has covered many crime stories throughout Sheffield, gaining first-hand knowledge of police procedure. He also reviews books for CrimeSquad, a website dedicated to crime fiction.