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DI Sam Cobbs
To Control Them
From NY Times and USA Today bestselling author M A Comley, author or the successful Justice series, who has sold over 4 million copies worldwide.
An evil urge... results in death.
DI Sam Cobbs is summoned by Pathologist, Des Markham to attend a perplexing murder where the victim's body has been moved from the original crime scene. Why?
When a second body is found in similar circumstances, it is clear Sam and her team have a killer with a menacing agenda on their patch.
Led down a dangerous path, can Sam capture the killer before yet another body is discovered?
Other books in this series
To Die For
To Silence Them
To Make Them Pay
To Prove Fatal
To Condemn Them
To Punish Them
To Entice Them
To Control Them
To Endanger Lives
An evil urge... results in death.
DI Sam Cobbs is summoned by Pathologist, Des Markham to attend a perplexing murder where the victim's body has been moved from the original crime scene. Why?
When a second body is found in similar circumstances, it is clear Sam and her team have a killer with a menacing agenda on their patch.
Led down a dangerous path, can Sam capture the killer before yet another body is discovered?
Other books in this series
To Die For
To Silence Them
To Make Them Pay
To Prove Fatal
To Condemn Them
To Punish Them
To Entice Them
To Control Them
To Endanger Lives
- GenresFiction
218 pages, Paperback
Published February 9, 2023
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48 people want to read
About the author
M.A. Comley
176 books811 followersNew York Times, USA Today, Amazon Top 20 bestselling author, iBooks top 5 bestselling and #2 bestselling author on Barnes and Noble. Over one million copies sold world wide. I am a British author who moved to France in 2002, and that's when I turned my hobby into a career.
When I'm not writing crime novels I'm either reading them or going on long walks with my rescue Labrador, Dex.
I hope you enjoy reading my books, especially the Justice series, Cruel Justice, Impeding Justice, Final Justice, Foul Justice, Guaranteed Justice, Ultimate Justice, Virtual Justice, Hostile Justice, Tortured Justice, Rough Justice, Dubious Justice, Calculated Justice, Twisted Justice, Prime Justice. There are several novellas and short stories in the series too.
My other successful series are: The DI Sally Parker thriller series, which includes WRONG PLACE, NO HIDING PLACE and COLD CASE
The Hero series, TORN APART, END RESULT, IN PLAIN SIGHT and DOUBLE JEOPARDY(published by Bloodhound Books)
I have three books in the Intention series, Sole Intention, Grave Intention and Devious Intention.
I've also written a couple of standalone novels - EVIL IN DISGUISE and FOREVER WATCHING YOU.
As well as co-authoring The Caller with Tara Lyons.
And Clever Deception, Tragic Deception and Sinful Deception co-authored by fellow NY Times bestselling author Linda S Prather.
If you'd like to keep up to date with new releases you can find me on Facebook by following this link http://smarturl.it/sps7jh or sign up for my newsletter http://www.hyperurl.co/su1xnt
If you fancy a lighter read, why not try one of my romances: A Time to Heal, and A Time for Change--Based on a TRUE story. I also have a selection of short stories and novelettes available which I know you'll enjoy.
You can find out more about me at the following blogs.
http://melcomley.blogspot.com
http://melcomleyromances.blogspot.com
When I'm not writing crime novels I'm either reading them or going on long walks with my rescue Labrador, Dex.
I hope you enjoy reading my books, especially the Justice series, Cruel Justice, Impeding Justice, Final Justice, Foul Justice, Guaranteed Justice, Ultimate Justice, Virtual Justice, Hostile Justice, Tortured Justice, Rough Justice, Dubious Justice, Calculated Justice, Twisted Justice, Prime Justice. There are several novellas and short stories in the series too.
My other successful series are: The DI Sally Parker thriller series, which includes WRONG PLACE, NO HIDING PLACE and COLD CASE
The Hero series, TORN APART, END RESULT, IN PLAIN SIGHT and DOUBLE JEOPARDY(published by Bloodhound Books)
I have three books in the Intention series, Sole Intention, Grave Intention and Devious Intention.
I've also written a couple of standalone novels - EVIL IN DISGUISE and FOREVER WATCHING YOU.
As well as co-authoring The Caller with Tara Lyons.
And Clever Deception, Tragic Deception and Sinful Deception co-authored by fellow NY Times bestselling author Linda S Prather.
If you'd like to keep up to date with new releases you can find me on Facebook by following this link http://smarturl.it/sps7jh or sign up for my newsletter http://www.hyperurl.co/su1xnt
If you fancy a lighter read, why not try one of my romances: A Time to Heal, and A Time for Change--Based on a TRUE story. I also have a selection of short stories and novelettes available which I know you'll enjoy.
You can find out more about me at the following blogs.
http://melcomley.blogspot.com
http://melcomleyromances.blogspot.com
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January 11, 2025
Book 8 done! Halfway to series completion and no signs of slowing down.
Another fun tale with the series’ signature thrills, and a happy ending with a new addition… 🐾
Still enjoying, still addicted.
Another fun tale with the series’ signature thrills, and a happy ending with a new addition… 🐾
Still enjoying, still addicted.
January 29, 2023
I love how the author sets the scene for each of these books. You just know that things are never going to end well for the character that we first get to meet at the start. It had me on edge right from the beginning as I was jumping to conclusions as to what was going to happen to them only to have it totally wrong.
Even though the reader gets to see the killer in action, things aren’t clear as to why they are killing their victims. It’s as much as baffle to the reader as it is to Sam and her team. Sam and Bob are the ones doing the house to house calls as well as attending the crime scenes whilst the others are back at the office doing the behind the scene work. What I love is how this story shows how solving crimes is very much a team effort. It’s the skilled work of all involved, which can involve mundane tasks which can lead to vital information.
The author touches on the topic of suicide and I have to applaud the author for bringing up when people say that when someone takes their own life that it is the easy way out. This is so not true and someone has to be in a very hard and bad place to get to that stage and it is a saying that I really don’t like and I liked that this was pulled up by one of the characters.
To Control Them was a dark and disturbing read. With how this books ends, I am very eager to get to the next book of which it may not be for the reasons why you would think it would be but you will understand once you have read it for yourself. It had me go through an array of emotions, mainly horror an anger at what happens to the victims but also emotion for the families that are left behind. Another rivetingly great read in the series.
My thanks to the author for an advanced readers copy of this book. All opinions are my own and not biased in anyway.
Even though the reader gets to see the killer in action, things aren’t clear as to why they are killing their victims. It’s as much as baffle to the reader as it is to Sam and her team. Sam and Bob are the ones doing the house to house calls as well as attending the crime scenes whilst the others are back at the office doing the behind the scene work. What I love is how this story shows how solving crimes is very much a team effort. It’s the skilled work of all involved, which can involve mundane tasks which can lead to vital information.
The author touches on the topic of suicide and I have to applaud the author for bringing up when people say that when someone takes their own life that it is the easy way out. This is so not true and someone has to be in a very hard and bad place to get to that stage and it is a saying that I really don’t like and I liked that this was pulled up by one of the characters.
To Control Them was a dark and disturbing read. With how this books ends, I am very eager to get to the next book of which it may not be for the reasons why you would think it would be but you will understand once you have read it for yourself. It had me go through an array of emotions, mainly horror an anger at what happens to the victims but also emotion for the families that are left behind. Another rivetingly great read in the series.
My thanks to the author for an advanced readers copy of this book. All opinions are my own and not biased in anyway.
February 14, 2023
Wow book 8 already! And with absolutely no signs of flagging. I'm really in awe of where and how this author gets all her ideas for books, all completely unique, being as she is so prolific... But she does and they are all brilliant! Usual series rules apply, I'm really not going to spell them out again...
So... Sam is called to a scene by the pathologist to have a look at a body. It's clear it's been moved from the original kill site which opens more questions. She and her team have just started their investigations, noticing that personal documents appear missing, when another body turns up with glaring similarities. Could this be the start of a serial killer? The team have to up their game before the killer strikes again...
As we follow the killer in this book, the focus is more on the why rather than the who which is refreshingly different and lets me try guess a whole different subset of things.
As always the author does not shy away from the big topics. Again as always they are handled sensitively and not glorified. Indeed, in this book, a few things in general consensus are, shall we say, corrected. It's hard to explain without spoilers, but I applaud the author for tackling something quite tricky.
The cleverly plotted story is played out with some cracking characters, both series and episode, main and bit-part. All included are well defined and do their jobs very well. Said plot is also well executed without the need for any additional waffle or padding which makes for a pacy read with a story that gets on with itself very well.
All in all, another cracking addition to an already well impressive series and indeed back catalogue. I wonder which of her characters will get the limelight next time.
So... Sam is called to a scene by the pathologist to have a look at a body. It's clear it's been moved from the original kill site which opens more questions. She and her team have just started their investigations, noticing that personal documents appear missing, when another body turns up with glaring similarities. Could this be the start of a serial killer? The team have to up their game before the killer strikes again...
As we follow the killer in this book, the focus is more on the why rather than the who which is refreshingly different and lets me try guess a whole different subset of things.
As always the author does not shy away from the big topics. Again as always they are handled sensitively and not glorified. Indeed, in this book, a few things in general consensus are, shall we say, corrected. It's hard to explain without spoilers, but I applaud the author for tackling something quite tricky.
The cleverly plotted story is played out with some cracking characters, both series and episode, main and bit-part. All included are well defined and do their jobs very well. Said plot is also well executed without the need for any additional waffle or padding which makes for a pacy read with a story that gets on with itself very well.
All in all, another cracking addition to an already well impressive series and indeed back catalogue. I wonder which of her characters will get the limelight next time.
February 20, 2023
When DI Sam Cobbs is called out to the edge of Workington at the request of Pathologist Des Markham , at 6.45 in the morning ..she finds the victim's body has been left in an alley ..with her throat cut ...But the Pathologist believes the woman has been moved ..As Sam and her partner DS Bob Jones wander what kind of killer they are dealing with ..it soon becomes clear they need to find this killer fast, when another victim is found with the same m.o...But exactly what kind of killer are they dealing with ...who could have committed such heinous acts ? .....5 stars .Book 8 in the DI Sam Cobbs series is a twisty , dark and riveting read ...
February 15, 2023
This whole Series has had me gripped - each book unputdownable and Highly Recommended
The 8th book in this fabulous Lake District Series explodes onto the very first page and continues to draw the reader into an extremely complicated web of vicious murders, deceit and unforgivable fraud.
Sam and her partner, Bob, together with the team, really have their work cut out with these complicated and heartbreaking cases.
If you have never read anything from this very talented author then this series is a good place to start.
The 8th book in this fabulous Lake District Series explodes onto the very first page and continues to draw the reader into an extremely complicated web of vicious murders, deceit and unforgivable fraud.
Sam and her partner, Bob, together with the team, really have their work cut out with these complicated and heartbreaking cases.
If you have never read anything from this very talented author then this series is a good place to start.
February 16, 2023
Another winner in the Sam Cobbs series!
Sam is summoned to a a murder scene by the pathologist but discovers that things are not as they first appear! Why has a woman been murdered and the body moved?
Sam, and Bob her trusty sidekick, along with the rest of her team, begin investigating, but it’s not long before another body turns up. What have the victims got in common and can the team apprehend the killer before they strike again?
This is number 8 in the series and it’s become a real favourite! Really recommend, can’t wait for the next.
August 3, 2023
Fantastic work.
This book, as all the previous ones in the series, kept me riveted to my seat.
You could cut the tension with a knife at times. The adrenaline was full flowing. I don’t like to compare to any other series or characters because I feel that it’s in a class of its own and rightly deserves to stand on its own merits.
First class read and swiftly on to book 9.
Thoroughly enjoyed and recommended.
This book, as all the previous ones in the series, kept me riveted to my seat.
You could cut the tension with a knife at times. The adrenaline was full flowing. I don’t like to compare to any other series or characters because I feel that it’s in a class of its own and rightly deserves to stand on its own merits.
First class read and swiftly on to book 9.
Thoroughly enjoyed and recommended.
January 29, 2023
Another Gripping and hard to put down read, by the amazing and talanted. MA Comley. We join
D.ISam Cobbs and partner Bob and of course her hard working team, who work relentlessly to solve murders and Financial Irregularities. Keeps you on your toes and enthralled. Highly recommend
D.ISam Cobbs and partner Bob and of course her hard working team, who work relentlessly to solve murders and Financial Irregularities. Keeps you on your toes and enthralled. Highly recommend
February 16, 2023
A grab and run with you book. Can’t believe it’s book 8!
Loving this series and these characters.
I hold my breath they’re ok on each read.
The start of the book took me so fast, wow just a jump in.
Excellent!
Loving this series and these characters.
I hold my breath they’re ok on each read.
The start of the book took me so fast, wow just a jump in.
Excellent!
February 17, 2023
Another terrific book from this superb author. Her crime scenes are always full of spot on detail & the team of detectives work hard to achieve their results.
Can’t wait to read more about Sam Cobbs in this series.
Can’t wait to read more about Sam Cobbs in this series.
April 5, 2023
A fast paced mystery story.
The author has written a very extensive and entertaining story of murder and deception that lead the police to a series of events that finally solved the case. Very entertaining and enjoyable reading.
The author has written a very extensive and entertaining story of murder and deception that lead the police to a series of events that finally solved the case. Very entertaining and enjoyable reading.
June 12, 2023
Another Excellent Story
Another Excellent story in the San Gibbs series set in the Lake District. All the usual good strong characters and actually good fast moving story line.Looking forward to reading the next book in the series.
Another Excellent story in the San Gibbs series set in the Lake District. All the usual good strong characters and actually good fast moving story line.Looking forward to reading the next book in the series.
July 14, 2023
The story telling is quite good but I found the crime motive less than convincing.
The characters are believable but some of their dialogue was OTT and repetitive.
Sometimes a single phrase can spoil a book and one nothin almost did when the main character “trotted off to her office”.
The characters are believable but some of their dialogue was OTT and repetitive.
Sometimes a single phrase can spoil a book and one nothin almost did when the main character “trotted off to her office”.
January 27, 2023
Comley has done it again with the Lake District series. You will be leery of what you do with your money after reading this one. Thank you for another good one. Hardest working author I know.
January 27, 2023
Really enjoyed this one, great team work finally enabling them to solve the case. Kept me thinking right to the end.
February 21, 2023
Sam cobbs
Once again another fantastic book from a great author you start reading it and can't put it down definitely 5 stars
Once again another fantastic book from a great author you start reading it and can't put it down definitely 5 stars
February 26, 2023
A fantastic read
Really enjoyed this could not put it down.the characters really come to life. Cannot waite to get the next one in the series
Really enjoyed this could not put it down.the characters really come to life. Cannot waite to get the next one in the series
March 5, 2023
Awful !
This is a really dreadful book, I can’t believe how bad it is. It is coy, simpleminded and crass all at once. A nauseating thing.
This is a really dreadful book, I can’t believe how bad it is. It is coy, simpleminded and crass all at once. A nauseating thing.
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April 26, 2023Not the best
I found it a bit syrupy, full of platitudes. Not particularly gripping. Couldn't warm to the characters either. Disappointing read.
I found it a bit syrupy, full of platitudes. Not particularly gripping. Couldn't warm to the characters either. Disappointing read.
February 13, 2024
Another bloody brilliant book in the DI Sam Cobbs Series. Thank you MA Comley
This book can be read as part of the series or stand alone.
I love the characters in this book & love Sam Cobbs.
This book can be read as part of the series or stand alone.
I love the characters in this book & love Sam Cobbs.
November 2, 2024
Another fabulous read
Enjoyed this book so much, Mel really is a fantastic author, on to the next in the series. Know it will be as good as others.
Enjoyed this book so much, Mel really is a fantastic author, on to the next in the series. Know it will be as good as others.
February 12, 2023
DI Sam Cobbs is perplexed when it turns out that a murder victim’s body has been moved from the original crime scene.
The team have their work cut out to find the killer when another body is found.
The author always draws you in with the story from the very start. She isn’t shy in writing about subjects that affect most of us at some point. As always, the story is dark but that doesn’t stop me from enjoying the series.
This is another book in a superb series that has become a firm favourite for me.
The team have their work cut out to find the killer when another body is found.
The author always draws you in with the story from the very start. She isn’t shy in writing about subjects that affect most of us at some point. As always, the story is dark but that doesn’t stop me from enjoying the series.
This is another book in a superb series that has become a firm favourite for me.
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