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Dr. Harrison Lane #3
Deadly Secrets
The small boat drifts gently down the river, twisting slowly with the current. Lying on the bottom, a still figure is dressed in midnight black robes, holding a single red rose in cold, pale hands…
When two students at ancient Durham University make a gruesome discovery, Dr Harrison Lane, Head of the Ritualistic Behavioural Crime unit, is summoned to investigate. A young student has been murdered, satanic symbols etched across their chest, and Harrison is disturbed to see the upside-down hangman’s cross, the devil’s symbol of justice. To Harrison, there’s no justice here, and he vows to uncover the truth.
The student was popular, and the police can’t find a motive for the murder. Meanwhile, rumours of ghost sightings are spreading like wildfire across campus, and they all seem to be circling around one Palace Green, a popular meeting place in the very oldest part of the university.
Then Harrison discovers an unsolved cold case – a student who went missing a year ago, presumed drowned. Wondering if it could be related to the recent death, he digs into it further – what he finds sends shockwaves across the campus. Is something deadly and sinister happening in the heart of the university?
As Harrison comes closer to the truth, he realizes that the stakes have never been higher. With a killer on the run and a ticking clock counting down, Harrison must confront the demons from his own past and face down a dangerously powerful adversary to finally uncover the truth.
Perfect for fans of Rachel McLean, Angela Marsons and Rachel Abbott.
This book was previously published under the title Dark Order by Gwyn GB.
What readers are saying about this
“Wow, what a book . These books just keep getting more intriguing. I can't wait to read the next book to see what happens next. I couldn't put this book down. I'm hooked.” Online reviewer, 5 stars
“ Love the twist !” Online reviewer, 5 stars
“ Excellent series of books . When I finished one, I couldn’t wait to get stuck into the next.” Online reviewer, 5 stars
“ Another gripping read! This is the third Harrison Lane book I’ve read, and as ever it’s kept me enthralled right to the end . Cannot wait for book 4, which I’ve pre ordered!” Online reviewer, 5 stars
When two students at ancient Durham University make a gruesome discovery, Dr Harrison Lane, Head of the Ritualistic Behavioural Crime unit, is summoned to investigate. A young student has been murdered, satanic symbols etched across their chest, and Harrison is disturbed to see the upside-down hangman’s cross, the devil’s symbol of justice. To Harrison, there’s no justice here, and he vows to uncover the truth.
The student was popular, and the police can’t find a motive for the murder. Meanwhile, rumours of ghost sightings are spreading like wildfire across campus, and they all seem to be circling around one Palace Green, a popular meeting place in the very oldest part of the university.
Then Harrison discovers an unsolved cold case – a student who went missing a year ago, presumed drowned. Wondering if it could be related to the recent death, he digs into it further – what he finds sends shockwaves across the campus. Is something deadly and sinister happening in the heart of the university?
As Harrison comes closer to the truth, he realizes that the stakes have never been higher. With a killer on the run and a ticking clock counting down, Harrison must confront the demons from his own past and face down a dangerously powerful adversary to finally uncover the truth.
Perfect for fans of Rachel McLean, Angela Marsons and Rachel Abbott.
This book was previously published under the title Dark Order by Gwyn GB.
What readers are saying about this
“Wow, what a book . These books just keep getting more intriguing. I can't wait to read the next book to see what happens next. I couldn't put this book down. I'm hooked.” Online reviewer, 5 stars
“ Love the twist !” Online reviewer, 5 stars
“ Excellent series of books . When I finished one, I couldn’t wait to get stuck into the next.” Online reviewer, 5 stars
“ Another gripping read! This is the third Harrison Lane book I’ve read, and as ever it’s kept me enthralled right to the end . Cannot wait for book 4, which I’ve pre ordered!” Online reviewer, 5 stars
230 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 3, 2023
84 people are currently reading
67 people want to read
About the author
Gwyn Bennett
15 books64 followersGwyn Bennett is a best-selling author who writes intriguing fast-paced character driven crime mysteries.
She's always been a writer, initially working as a broadcast journalist and newsreader for the BBC and ITN in London, before she was able to become a full-time fiction author. Gwyn undertakes a lot of research for her books, weaving fact in with the fiction in order to make them relatable to readers. Her favourite days are when she hears from people who have enjoyed her books and meeting the characters.
Gwyn was born in England, but has lots of Welsh and some Irish blood in her. She now lives in the tiny Channel Island of Jersey, where her husband was born, with her family, rescue dog, and geriatric goldfish. Apart from being chief dog slave and fish feeder, she enjoys walking, yoga and eating crisps, with a bit of gardening when the sun shines.
She's always been a writer, initially working as a broadcast journalist and newsreader for the BBC and ITN in London, before she was able to become a full-time fiction author. Gwyn undertakes a lot of research for her books, weaving fact in with the fiction in order to make them relatable to readers. Her favourite days are when she hears from people who have enjoyed her books and meeting the characters.
Gwyn was born in England, but has lots of Welsh and some Irish blood in her. She now lives in the tiny Channel Island of Jersey, where her husband was born, with her family, rescue dog, and geriatric goldfish. Apart from being chief dog slave and fish feeder, she enjoys walking, yoga and eating crisps, with a bit of gardening when the sun shines.
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November 21, 2024
OH MY FREAKING GAHD!
This book literally gave me the best book hangover!
It's riveting, exciting, thrilling, hard to put down, and grips your attention from the beginning till the last page.
The first two books of the series were amazing, but this one... This one literally blows my mind!
Anything that involves secret societies or cults will always be a 5-star read to me.
That's why, when I read the prologue of this book, I completely devoured it immediately.
Nothing can ever top this series for me.
I am utterly addicted!
This book literally gave me the best book hangover!
It's riveting, exciting, thrilling, hard to put down, and grips your attention from the beginning till the last page.
The first two books of the series were amazing, but this one... This one literally blows my mind!
Anything that involves secret societies or cults will always be a 5-star read to me.
That's why, when I read the prologue of this book, I completely devoured it immediately.
Nothing can ever top this series for me.
I am utterly addicted!
June 6, 2023
"I learned early on that there are all kinds of evil people that hide behind religion."
Deadly Secrets, Book 3 of the Dr. Harrison Lane murder mystery series by addicting author Gwyn Bennett, is my favorite of the series.
A student is dead in a boat dressed in monk robes, a rose in his hands and an upside down cross etched in his body; the devil's symbol of justice.
Narrator George Weightman embodies Dr. Lane with just the right inflections; sometimes humorous, sometimes sad, often tired and a lot frustrated as we follow not only the latest murder but shocking findings about his past and his mother's death. There's also some romance; FINALLY!
I received a free copy of this audiobook from the publishers via #NetGalley for a fair and honest review. All opinions are my own.
*This Review Is For The Audiobook*
Deadly Secrets, Book 3 of the Dr. Harrison Lane murder mystery series by addicting author Gwyn Bennett, is my favorite of the series.
A student is dead in a boat dressed in monk robes, a rose in his hands and an upside down cross etched in his body; the devil's symbol of justice.
Narrator George Weightman embodies Dr. Lane with just the right inflections; sometimes humorous, sometimes sad, often tired and a lot frustrated as we follow not only the latest murder but shocking findings about his past and his mother's death. There's also some romance; FINALLY!
I received a free copy of this audiobook from the publishers via #NetGalley for a fair and honest review. All opinions are my own.
*This Review Is For The Audiobook*
May 15, 2023
Another 5* Harrison Lane.
This series is innovative & one that I can’t stop reading. The character of Dr Lane is one of best that I have seen created & I have read many crime novels. His continuing backstory is just as enthralling as the main plotline in each book. Read them all. Read them in order. Onto book 4
This series is innovative & one that I can’t stop reading. The character of Dr Lane is one of best that I have seen created & I have read many crime novels. His continuing backstory is just as enthralling as the main plotline in each book. Read them all. Read them in order. Onto book 4
January 25, 2024
Jag tror att jag gillar de här böckerna pga att de utger sig för att vara deckare, fast de egentligen inte är det. Det är mer romaner om en sympatisk men komplex man och hains barndomstrauma. Man vill att allt ska bli bra för honom, både privat och på jobbet.
February 24, 2025
This was a gripping read taking me to Harrogate and Durham and secret societies and murder. Harrison is a great character who is having trouble committing to a relationship and throwing himself into his work. It is easy to read, fascinating and engrossing.
September 15, 2025
Great addition to the series
This was an intense, complex, and intriguing story with many unexpected twists that will hook you from beginning to end.
I would definitely recommend this book, series, and author.
This was an intense, complex, and intriguing story with many unexpected twists that will hook you from beginning to end.
I would definitely recommend this book, series, and author.
August 22, 2023
this has turned out to be a great series!!!
November 17, 2023
This series is so addicting I just can't wait for the next case.
January 22, 2024
Välskriven och med bra intrig.
October 28, 2024
Excellent! Very well written, great characters and plot developments!
December 8, 2025
230 pages I listen to the book
December 8, 2025
These are good mysteries. They leave you with a cliffhanger wanting more
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