Time Stands Still

DI Karen Heath #9

by Jay Nadal

Tick Tock Tick… Time’s running out

Step into the intriguing world of "Time Stands Still," where DCI Karen Heath and her team face their most challenging case yet.

In this 9th instalment of the DI Karen Heath Crime Series, women are disappearing under mysterious circumstances, leaving behind baffling clues. As Karen and her team struggle to uncover the truth, they're faced with an unusual pattern that defies easy explanation.

As the investigation unfolds against the stunning backdrop of historic York and its serene countryside, you'll be gripped by the struggle between a relentless investigator and a cunning killer.

Just as despair threatens to settle in, a shocking revelation from a fellow officer resurrects echoes of a haunting past.

Can Karen piece together the twisted puzzle and stop the madman's reign of terror? With newfound love blooming in her personal life, the stakes have never been higher.

Dive into the gripping pages of "Time Stands Still," the 9th electrifying police procedural novel in the DI Karen Heath Crime Series. Can Karen outsmart a sadistic genius before the clock runs out?

The 9th book in a series of procedural crime thrillers featuring DI Karen Heath, Flames of Hate is perfect for fans of Jack Gatland, David Gatward, Damian Boyd, JM Dalgliesh, Simon McCleave, Helen H Durrant among others.

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What people are saying about Jay

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Karen has moved to a new area and now has a love life!! This makes the new book even more interesting. Written brilliantly with a story that keeps you gripped from start to finish. Amazon review, LEFT TO FALL.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This is the proverbial page turner written in a new style, a complete success. Amazon review, LEFT TO FALL.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐What a corker for the start to a new series. I can’t wait for the next one to see where it takes Karen. Amazon Review, THE LIES THEY TOLD.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This is truly one of the best-written police procedural novels that I have had the pleasure of reading. Amazon Review, HER LAST BREATH.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Jay's best novels yet! As I read this book, I could see the actions playing out as if I were at the cinema. Excellent un-put-downable novel. Amazon review, SEE NO EVIL

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This book was gripping and once started, had to be read all the way through, virtually in a single sitting. Amazon review, NEVER FORGOTTEN.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Kept me on the edge of my seat right to the end. Amazon review, TWISTED JUSTICE.

390 pages, Kindle Edition

First published August 20, 2023

About the author

Crime Never Pays… Well yes and no depending on what side of the fence you’re on!

I’ve always had a strong passion for whodunnits, crime series, and books. The more I immersed myself in it, the stronger the fascination grew.

In my spare time, you’ll find me in the gym, reading, binge watching Netflix or taking walks in the forest.

Oh, and I’m an avid people watcher, I just love to watch people, their mannerisms, and their way of expressing their thoughts… weird I know, but I could spend hours doing that. It's funny, because watching people often gives me insights and inspiration for describing human interaction in my books.

Fun fact: My favourite, bestest place ever on earth? Any of the Florida theme parks and the mad coasters out there. Add the food, shopping and weather, and you've got the best place on earth... especially when I see the joy on the faces of my family when we're out there :)

Weird fact: Spending an afternoon in a mortuary to bring my books to life. Oops! poor choice of words there :)

I hope you enjoy the stories I craft for you.

Reviews

[Paula Corregan · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was a police procedural masterpiece and a thriller as well. If you like heart pounding suspense, you will like this book. Detective Inspector Karen Heath of the York police is investigating the murders of two young women who were similar in physical characteristics. Karen and her team discover that they are always a step behind the perpetrator of the crimes. Who killed the women and why? Find out by reading this intriguing book. I highly recommend it to other police procedural readers. I received an ARC of this book, and the opinion expressed is strictly my own.

[Sally-Jane Brown · Rating 5 out of 5]

This series just gets better and better. The move from the Met to York is clearly beneficial to DCI Karen Heath. Though this case does result in some panic behaviours not seen since leaving the Met. A dilemma as to whether this case is a copycat or an assistant previously nit found is the initial problem. The killer is also forensically savvy too even ensuring no mobile signal can be traced. It is a bit of a page turner and the finale really is edge of your seat.

[Sebastian Barrow · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another impressive mystery murder with Karen Heath and her determined team. Women disappearing and turning up dead with no clues whatsoever really does test their resolve in finding out who the killer is.
Karen and Zac are getting their relationship in full swing now and this case brings them even closer.
Another reliable read from Jay Nadal.

[Irene Todd · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thoroughly enjoyed this book, even solved the killer before Karen , but it was a cracking storyline and hope next one will be as good. I actually gave it 5* but annoyed that only 4 * have shown up though probably my fault. Highly recommend.

[Christina Blake · Rating 5 out of 5]

A definite page turner.

Wow! I couldn't out this down. Jay Nadal is a master story teller. This was an excellent book from an awesome series. I highly recommend.

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Congratulations on a brilliantly written crime series which I Absolutely enjoyed reading. Just one more book to read book 10. 😊📖

[Sue · Rating 5 out of 5]

Time stands still book 9

Great read, twists, and turns to the end. Though I'm not surprised. This whole series has been amazing. Congratulations 👏

[Susan Hutchinson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it

[James Rowe · Rating 5 out of 5]

Still time formore

That's me finished more than I intended to Read each one better than the other. So I'm looking for more to come .Please don't stop. Jiro.

[Hazel Bartlett · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read, could not put down.

Brilliant could not put down, can recommend Jay Nadal books to all my friends , great storylines, hope he writes many more.

[Jacqueline freegard · Rating 5 out of 5]

who is feeding the cat?

… with Karen going to stay with Zac, what happens to her cat? It hasn’t been fed for days!
Good story, alarming in many ways.