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Lie Lie Lullaby
Online charm. Lethal harm.In the chilling undercurrent of an ice-cold case, Detective Chief Inspector Silas Nash is hitting brick walls. Each lead drags him down a burrow of frustration.
Around the murkier corners of the internet, a sly conman weaves his web on a dating site, ensnaring unsuspecting women with practised ease. He's a shark in a digital ocean, preying on the vulnerable.
Clara Watts, devastated and embittered, plays a dangerous game when he slithers back into her life eight years later. But he's no ordinary villain.
His charm is lethal. Is her death on his hands?
Meanwhile, Detective Inspector Molly Brown has issues with her own affairs.
Can Nash crack the cold case and save the naive victims from the irresistible phantom invading their lives?
In this nerve-shredding, pulse-pounding thriller, every swipe could be a slide into the abyss. Trust isn't a virtue — it's a deadly gamble.
Around the murkier corners of the internet, a sly conman weaves his web on a dating site, ensnaring unsuspecting women with practised ease. He's a shark in a digital ocean, preying on the vulnerable.
Clara Watts, devastated and embittered, plays a dangerous game when he slithers back into her life eight years later. But he's no ordinary villain.
His charm is lethal. Is her death on his hands?
Meanwhile, Detective Inspector Molly Brown has issues with her own affairs.
Can Nash crack the cold case and save the naive victims from the irresistible phantom invading their lives?
In this nerve-shredding, pulse-pounding thriller, every swipe could be a slide into the abyss. Trust isn't a virtue — it's a deadly gamble.
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Published June 7, 2023
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April 18, 2025
Cold Blooded Carnival is my favorite but this one comes in second. The diaries were fantastic and I love Molly. I wish the climax had been drawn out a bit more as it felt rushed, but otherwise a fantastic entry in the series.
June 28, 2024
This book did some strange things to me! Although this is a Silas Nash story, the focus falls more on Molly Brown, his sergeant. Molly and Renshaw are given the task of reading a victim’s two diaries in the hope of being able to somehow identify her killer because some eight years after her death, he still hasn’t been found. Also the victim’s friend, Meg, seems to have disappeared without trace – has she been killed too?
As the pair, who have been having an on-off affair for two years, reads the diary together, Molly becomes obsessed with Claire, the author of the diaries, and is upset how Claire could be so taken in by the man, who is a con artist. But Molly also begins to see her own life and affair in a different light. She also finally understands Claire when she finds herself being a victim of the same man, having been tasked to act as a ‘hook’ by Silas.
Okay, I’ll admit I got fed up with the wretched diary! Like Renshaw, I ran out of sympathy for Claire, who seemed to have her eyes wide open and knew exactly what he was up to – eventually – but still allowed herself to be drawn back in four years after his first attempt. But I admit it was clever writing, allowing the reader to be drawn into Molly’s own position and emotions. I went from being – yes, I’ll admit it – a tiny bit bored, to anxious and then actually really upset and angry! At one point, I had to put the book down and do something else because I really wanted to shout at Molly and didn’t want to read about the direction in which she was headed! Of course I came back to it shortly after, because it’s a compelling read! All I can say is, thank goodness for Max and his ability to communicate through Snow – and Nash’s ability to spring into action.
As the pair, who have been having an on-off affair for two years, reads the diary together, Molly becomes obsessed with Claire, the author of the diaries, and is upset how Claire could be so taken in by the man, who is a con artist. But Molly also begins to see her own life and affair in a different light. She also finally understands Claire when she finds herself being a victim of the same man, having been tasked to act as a ‘hook’ by Silas.
Okay, I’ll admit I got fed up with the wretched diary! Like Renshaw, I ran out of sympathy for Claire, who seemed to have her eyes wide open and knew exactly what he was up to – eventually – but still allowed herself to be drawn back in four years after his first attempt. But I admit it was clever writing, allowing the reader to be drawn into Molly’s own position and emotions. I went from being – yes, I’ll admit it – a tiny bit bored, to anxious and then actually really upset and angry! At one point, I had to put the book down and do something else because I really wanted to shout at Molly and didn’t want to read about the direction in which she was headed! Of course I came back to it shortly after, because it’s a compelling read! All I can say is, thank goodness for Max and his ability to communicate through Snow – and Nash’s ability to spring into action.
January 13, 2025
Lie Lie Lullaby is the third book in the DCI Nash series and another great read! This time DCI Nash and his team are investigating the cold case of murder victim Clara Watts who’s killer - someone she met on a dating site - has never been caught.
A lot of the focus of this book shifts onto Nash’s second Molly Brown as she is tasked with reading Clara’s diaries. Reading the diaries was a great addition to the case, giving us that link to the past and really letting us build that connection to the victim and learn about her killer first hand. I have never wanted a killer to be caught more than I did this one!
Once again Blacks ability to create great characters shines strong. We see some vulnerability and flaws in the usually level headed and strong character Molly which really makes her feel more human and relatable - despite the fact I was almost shouting at her to see sense towards the end. It really highlighted how manipulation can affect people and how opinions and feelings can change under the right circumstances. I hope that the events of this book help her grow even more as a character in future. I’m now off to start book 4 so I can find out!
A lot of the focus of this book shifts onto Nash’s second Molly Brown as she is tasked with reading Clara’s diaries. Reading the diaries was a great addition to the case, giving us that link to the past and really letting us build that connection to the victim and learn about her killer first hand. I have never wanted a killer to be caught more than I did this one!
Once again Blacks ability to create great characters shines strong. We see some vulnerability and flaws in the usually level headed and strong character Molly which really makes her feel more human and relatable - despite the fact I was almost shouting at her to see sense towards the end. It really highlighted how manipulation can affect people and how opinions and feelings can change under the right circumstances. I hope that the events of this book help her grow even more as a character in future. I’m now off to start book 4 so I can find out!
September 21, 2024
A dangerous serial killer is at large and one who almost seems to hypnotise his victims with his charm. It is up to Nash and his team to catch him before he can claim any more victims. A diary written by Clara Watts, one of his victims, begins the hunt for this ruthless killer, and detective Molly Brown is given the task of reading the two volumes. Clara has escaped the murderer once, but eight years later, he worms his way back into her affections with disastrous results. This is the third book in the Nash series that I have read, and although I have enjoyed them all, I think this one is the best yet. The novel is well-written with an intriguing plot, and I look forward to hearing more about Nash. A well-deserved five stars!
April 4, 2025
This third book in the DCI Nash series is another winner for author Katherine Black. It continues the series but could certainly be read as a standalone novel and be equally enjoyed.
What is initially an investigation into a cold case, the story unfolds through the police learning of and reading the diary writings of the conman’s victim, but the plot quickly evolves into the present-day crimes of this villain and it involves murder.
The storyline is a delightful mix of police procedural, human interest into the personal lives of the detectives, and a stealthy cat and mouse chase to snare the charismatic conman turned serial killer before he kills again.
What is initially an investigation into a cold case, the story unfolds through the police learning of and reading the diary writings of the conman’s victim, but the plot quickly evolves into the present-day crimes of this villain and it involves murder.
The storyline is a delightful mix of police procedural, human interest into the personal lives of the detectives, and a stealthy cat and mouse chase to snare the charismatic conman turned serial killer before he kills again.
June 20, 2025
I did not enjoy this book. I found the diaries tedious, and the end too quick. I was very disappointed ☹️
September 26, 2025
Lie, Lie Lullaby begins as a cold case – a possible serial killing of a vulnerable woman and a friend. DCI Nash’s assistant Molly Brown takes the lead in the investigation. The dead woman’s diary details her long infatuation that became obsession with a mysterious but charming and brooding man. Brown is unflappable in the first two books and we expect she will be in the third as she gets to know the victim and her eventual killer through what is written in the diary. In the background, Nash has already been warned about the case and the killer by his psychic friend Conrad Snow. Molly has some relationship difficulties coming to a head with a fellow officer. Perhaps it’s the psychic effect of personal emotion that comes into play. Molly goes undercover, dressed as the type this predator likes. As the case goes on there are many twists and turns and complete surprises at the end. At first I found the diary entries tedious and wanted to get on with the story, but as the drama moved forward, I saw how necessary they were. If I say any more about the excellent writing it’ll spoil the surprise, so do pick up a copy and enjoy Katherine Black’s Lie Lie Lullaby for yourself.
November 27, 2023
I have so much to say!
Normally, I like to keep my book reviews short and sweet because I personally tend to skip over very long ones when looking for my next read, but I have to spill about Lie Lie Lullaby. Also, there is a bit of a spoiler below. So, if you're looking for the short review: Black is a brilliant author with a talent for understanding the human psyche and twisting it into one heck of a story. The plot grips you tight and flows right through your heartstrings with relatable characters and moments of tension that will have you on the edge of your seat. I highly reccomend Silas Nash's books and will be moving right on to the newly released fourth one right after I finish this review.
Now for the longer bit.
Firstly, this book made me so infuriatingly angry. I've read the first two Silas Nash books and loved them. And don't get me wrong, I loved this one as well. It's also important to note that I listen to my books being read aloud, so I have the capability to scream at the characters while the story moves along, which this book made me do.
I loved the shift of focus from Nash to more of Molly Brown, whom I've always admired for her level head and proactive fight to keep everyone in line when they're being sexist, racist, offensive ect ect. She's honestly one of my favorite characters and her relationship with Nash has always warmed me to the core.
Now the angry part. Throughout this book, my dear Molly is reading the account the diary of a victim who was scammed and murdered by a suave serial killer. He prays on lonely individuals on dating apps and has a way of almost hypnotizing his victims. Molly sees right through his schemes and scams and criticizes the people who fall for him.
Until she finds herself in a similar position.
I won't go into too many details but it was horrific to see our strong, brilliant Molly tumbling down a dark path despite all of the inside information and common sense she had firing off in her brain. I may have yelled at her and used a few words that Molly herself would berate me for.
And therein lies the brilliance. By the end of the book, you are in Molly's shoes. You are the person judging someone for their humanity, just as she did in the beginning of the story, and left wondering how you would handle the same predicament. If he was perfect, if he knew every line and every move, if he could entrance you with his eyes and voice; would you see the deception? Would you care? And what if you were lonely and your world had come crashing down around you? What if you just wanted to feel something besides pain and ache? Would you still be so quick to scoff at someone else's actions?
I think Black hit the nail on the head. She took one of her strongest characters and made them human, giving a heart-wrenching insight into just how fragile the mind can be when every button is pushed just right. By the end of the book, I can joyously say that my love and respect for Molly Brown only grew, and I think she will come out stronger and better off for her struggles.
Normally, I like to keep my book reviews short and sweet because I personally tend to skip over very long ones when looking for my next read, but I have to spill about Lie Lie Lullaby. Also, there is a bit of a spoiler below. So, if you're looking for the short review: Black is a brilliant author with a talent for understanding the human psyche and twisting it into one heck of a story. The plot grips you tight and flows right through your heartstrings with relatable characters and moments of tension that will have you on the edge of your seat. I highly reccomend Silas Nash's books and will be moving right on to the newly released fourth one right after I finish this review.
Now for the longer bit.
Firstly, this book made me so infuriatingly angry. I've read the first two Silas Nash books and loved them. And don't get me wrong, I loved this one as well. It's also important to note that I listen to my books being read aloud, so I have the capability to scream at the characters while the story moves along, which this book made me do.
I loved the shift of focus from Nash to more of Molly Brown, whom I've always admired for her level head and proactive fight to keep everyone in line when they're being sexist, racist, offensive ect ect. She's honestly one of my favorite characters and her relationship with Nash has always warmed me to the core.
Now the angry part. Throughout this book, my dear Molly is reading the account the diary of a victim who was scammed and murdered by a suave serial killer. He prays on lonely individuals on dating apps and has a way of almost hypnotizing his victims. Molly sees right through his schemes and scams and criticizes the people who fall for him.
Until she finds herself in a similar position.
I won't go into too many details but it was horrific to see our strong, brilliant Molly tumbling down a dark path despite all of the inside information and common sense she had firing off in her brain. I may have yelled at her and used a few words that Molly herself would berate me for.
And therein lies the brilliance. By the end of the book, you are in Molly's shoes. You are the person judging someone for their humanity, just as she did in the beginning of the story, and left wondering how you would handle the same predicament. If he was perfect, if he knew every line and every move, if he could entrance you with his eyes and voice; would you see the deception? Would you care? And what if you were lonely and your world had come crashing down around you? What if you just wanted to feel something besides pain and ache? Would you still be so quick to scoff at someone else's actions?
I think Black hit the nail on the head. She took one of her strongest characters and made them human, giving a heart-wrenching insight into just how fragile the mind can be when every button is pushed just right. By the end of the book, I can joyously say that my love and respect for Molly Brown only grew, and I think she will come out stronger and better off for her struggles.
August 20, 2023
Book Review
Basic Details:
Book Title: Lie Lie Lullaby
Subtitle:
Author: Katherine Black
Genre: Thriller/crime/mystery
Part of a series? Yes
Order in series: 3
Best read after earlier books in series? Yes
Available: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1...
Overall score:
I scored this book 5/5
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Short Summary of the book:
Silas is back with his sidekick Molly. Can they find a murderous conman before he strikes again? Can they stop the victims from becoming the next ones on the extinct list?
What I liked about the book:
This book was action-packed, full of intrigue and twists and turns.
What I didn’t like about the book:
There was nothing I disliked about the book.
My favourite bits in the book:
I loved the entire book.
My least favourite bits in the book:
I enjoyed the entire book.
Any further books in the series? Any more planned by this author?
Detective Chief Inspector Nash is fast becoming one of my favourite detectives. Can’t wait for the next in the series.
What books could this be compared to and why?
The book finds itself in the category of crime, thrillers and mysteries. It is written to a very high standard.
Recommendation:
In summary, I would recommend this book for the following readers:
Children No
Young Adult Maybe
Adult Yes
If you like suspenseful psychological thrillers, this book may be the book for you.
I look forward to reading more by this author.
Book Description by Author:
In the chilling undercurrent of an ice-cold case, Detective Chief Inspector Silas Nash is hitting brick walls. Each lead drags him down a burrow of frustration.
Around the murkier corners of the internet, a sly conman weaves his web on a dating site, ensnaring unsuspecting women with practised ease. He's a shark in a digital ocean, preying on the vulnerable.
Clara Watts , devastated and embittered, plays a dangerous game when he slithers back into her life eight years later. But he's no ordinary villain.
His charm is lethal. Is her death on his hands?
Meanwhile, Detective Inspector Molly Brown has issues with her own affairs.
Can Nash crack the cold case and save the naive victims from the irresistible phantom invading their lives?
In this nerve-shredding, pulse-pounding thriller, every swipe could be a slide into the abyss. Trust isn't a virtue — it's a deadly gamble.
About the Author:
.
Basic Details:
Book Title: Lie Lie Lullaby
Subtitle:
Author: Katherine Black
Genre: Thriller/crime/mystery
Part of a series? Yes
Order in series: 3
Best read after earlier books in series? Yes
Available: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1...
Overall score:
I scored this book 5/5
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Short Summary of the book:
Silas is back with his sidekick Molly. Can they find a murderous conman before he strikes again? Can they stop the victims from becoming the next ones on the extinct list?
What I liked about the book:
This book was action-packed, full of intrigue and twists and turns.
What I didn’t like about the book:
There was nothing I disliked about the book.
My favourite bits in the book:
I loved the entire book.
My least favourite bits in the book:
I enjoyed the entire book.
Any further books in the series? Any more planned by this author?
Detective Chief Inspector Nash is fast becoming one of my favourite detectives. Can’t wait for the next in the series.
What books could this be compared to and why?
The book finds itself in the category of crime, thrillers and mysteries. It is written to a very high standard.
Recommendation:
In summary, I would recommend this book for the following readers:
Children No
Young Adult Maybe
Adult Yes
If you like suspenseful psychological thrillers, this book may be the book for you.
I look forward to reading more by this author.
Book Description by Author:
In the chilling undercurrent of an ice-cold case, Detective Chief Inspector Silas Nash is hitting brick walls. Each lead drags him down a burrow of frustration.
Around the murkier corners of the internet, a sly conman weaves his web on a dating site, ensnaring unsuspecting women with practised ease. He's a shark in a digital ocean, preying on the vulnerable.
Clara Watts , devastated and embittered, plays a dangerous game when he slithers back into her life eight years later. But he's no ordinary villain.
His charm is lethal. Is her death on his hands?
Meanwhile, Detective Inspector Molly Brown has issues with her own affairs.
Can Nash crack the cold case and save the naive victims from the irresistible phantom invading their lives?
In this nerve-shredding, pulse-pounding thriller, every swipe could be a slide into the abyss. Trust isn't a virtue — it's a deadly gamble.
About the Author:
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July 16, 2023
The story of Lie Lie Lullaby is a clever combination of detective thriller, paranormal insights and psychological manipulation. All in one book.
The author has done considerable research into police procedures and methods to create a realistic basis for the detective thriller element. I was drawn into the world of Chief Inspector Nash, the central character, who has personal battles while trying to solve the cold-case murder of a woman who became entangled with an unknown con man.
Nash’s investigations are aided by a spiritual medium, Conrad Snow, whose input proves to be unexpectedly accurate and helpful, providing clues as to what might have happened to the murder victim.
The story also delves into the way in which a manipulative, charming and persuasive man convinces his victims to believe his lies. This scenario is particularly vivid and believable, and the women he preys on are, in fact, victims in every sense of the word. The author portrays this in a skilful manner and enables the reader to understand just how people can be conned, despite any misgivings they ignore. It is an insightful look at how the power of words and twisting of emotions can sway people who would otherwise be regarded as level-headed, to act in ways far removed from their better judgement.
This is the third book in the Silas Nash series and I found it equally as gripping as the first and second books. Highly recommended for the unusual mix of subjects and the compelling style of writing.
The author has done considerable research into police procedures and methods to create a realistic basis for the detective thriller element. I was drawn into the world of Chief Inspector Nash, the central character, who has personal battles while trying to solve the cold-case murder of a woman who became entangled with an unknown con man.
Nash’s investigations are aided by a spiritual medium, Conrad Snow, whose input proves to be unexpectedly accurate and helpful, providing clues as to what might have happened to the murder victim.
The story also delves into the way in which a manipulative, charming and persuasive man convinces his victims to believe his lies. This scenario is particularly vivid and believable, and the women he preys on are, in fact, victims in every sense of the word. The author portrays this in a skilful manner and enables the reader to understand just how people can be conned, despite any misgivings they ignore. It is an insightful look at how the power of words and twisting of emotions can sway people who would otherwise be regarded as level-headed, to act in ways far removed from their better judgement.
This is the third book in the Silas Nash series and I found it equally as gripping as the first and second books. Highly recommended for the unusual mix of subjects and the compelling style of writing.
June 25, 2023
The third installment of the Nash series does not disappoint. Things are closer to home in this one, much closer than is comfortable. A diary begins a hunt for a serial killer, one with a peculiar power over his victims, and the only way to stop him, is to tempt that power. So begins Nash’s investigations. In many ways, the book is split into two, one as we discover about him and his victim in a diary, and the other what is happening on the ground as it were. The victim comes across as quite pathetic, but understandably so, and since we know what is going to happen, it doesn’t detract from the story, the enviability is compelling. Like all of Kathrine Black’s works, the writing is assured and the plot solid. Nash has become a more complicated character, and a worthy detective as he leads his team into the crime. This is the best of Nash’s three outings, though the others aren’t far behind, and I look forward to more of his cases.
July 2, 2023
Love Love Lullaby
Nash and his team begin to investigate a cold case regarding, Clara Watts, a woman who may have met her killer on a dating app. Reading the victim’s diary, DI Brown starts to develop a personal connection to the case. But as they find more dead bodies linked to the case they realise they may have come across a dangerous and ruthless serial killer with a hypnotic charm that could persuade even the most hardest of people. So when Brown is tasked to get close to the killer to get evidence to put him away she is put in serious danger that she may not survive and recover from. As with the previous Silas Nash books this is a brilliantly written detective psychological thriller that will keep you guessing. I hope there is more coming in the series.
Nash and his team begin to investigate a cold case regarding, Clara Watts, a woman who may have met her killer on a dating app. Reading the victim’s diary, DI Brown starts to develop a personal connection to the case. But as they find more dead bodies linked to the case they realise they may have come across a dangerous and ruthless serial killer with a hypnotic charm that could persuade even the most hardest of people. So when Brown is tasked to get close to the killer to get evidence to put him away she is put in serious danger that she may not survive and recover from. As with the previous Silas Nash books this is a brilliantly written detective psychological thriller that will keep you guessing. I hope there is more coming in the series.
August 17, 2023
Love Love Lullaby
Nash and his team begin to investigate a cold case regarding, Clara Watts, a woman who may have met her killer on a dating app. Reading the victim’s diary, DI Brown starts to develop a personal connection to the case. But as they find more dead bodies linked to the case they realise they may have come across a dangerous and ruthless serial killer with a hypnotic charm that could persuade even the most hardest of people. So when Brown is tasked to get close to the killer to get evidence to put him away she is put in serious danger that she may not survive and recover from. As with the previous Silas Nash books this is a brilliantly written detective psychological thriller that will keep you guessing. I hope there is more coming in the series.
Nash and his team begin to investigate a cold case regarding, Clara Watts, a woman who may have met her killer on a dating app. Reading the victim’s diary, DI Brown starts to develop a personal connection to the case. But as they find more dead bodies linked to the case they realise they may have come across a dangerous and ruthless serial killer with a hypnotic charm that could persuade even the most hardest of people. So when Brown is tasked to get close to the killer to get evidence to put him away she is put in serious danger that she may not survive and recover from. As with the previous Silas Nash books this is a brilliantly written detective psychological thriller that will keep you guessing. I hope there is more coming in the series.
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June 16, 2023This is the 3rd book in the DCI Nash series where we follow him on his hunt for a killer who preys on the vulnerable through dating apps. As always there are plot twists and surprises along the way, plus we get more of an overview of Nash's personal life. Katherine Black always writes superbly, her backgrounds, characters, and plots are descriptive, and engaging, and keep me turning the pages.
You don't have to have read the other two books in the series to enjoy this one, but I would strongly recommend that you do.
Sadly, I'm now left with another Nash-sized hole in my life and will be hoping that the next book in the series isn't too far away.........
You don't have to have read the other two books in the series to enjoy this one, but I would strongly recommend that you do.
Sadly, I'm now left with another Nash-sized hole in my life and will be hoping that the next book in the series isn't too far away.........
August 15, 2023
3rd Nash book I’ve read, brilliant, really enjoyed the stories
November 20, 2023
I fear for Molly. I don't think it's over yet.
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