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Detective Jen Garner #1-3
Detective Jen Garner Box Set Books 1–3
In this 3-volume box set:
BOOK 1: PERFECT LIE
Behind Jen Garner’s picture-perfect family life lies a dark secret and a darker past. And when a murdered corpse is found by her home and she begins receiving strange gifts, Jen fears that past is coming back to haunt her. But as she’s drawn into the investigation, she has no idea how fast the perfect life can unravel . . .
BOOK 2: A SILENT CHILD
Life is just beginning to return to normal for Jen Garner. Until a woman's body is pulled from a canal, and a small boy is found wandering the streets, repeating just one name. But Jen knows exactly who he’s asking for. And it’s enough to make her blood run cold.
BOOK 3: A BURNING LIE
A devastating fire has destroyed a popular nightclub. But it was no accident. And the nightclub owner is more concerned about money than the casualties. Everywhere Detective Jen Garner turns, there is somebody with something to hide. But can Jen unravel a web of lies that stretches back years, or will more innocent lives pay the price?
BOOK 1: PERFECT LIE
Behind Jen Garner’s picture-perfect family life lies a dark secret and a darker past. And when a murdered corpse is found by her home and she begins receiving strange gifts, Jen fears that past is coming back to haunt her. But as she’s drawn into the investigation, she has no idea how fast the perfect life can unravel . . .
BOOK 2: A SILENT CHILD
Life is just beginning to return to normal for Jen Garner. Until a woman's body is pulled from a canal, and a small boy is found wandering the streets, repeating just one name. But Jen knows exactly who he’s asking for. And it’s enough to make her blood run cold.
BOOK 3: A BURNING LIE
A devastating fire has destroyed a popular nightclub. But it was no accident. And the nightclub owner is more concerned about money than the casualties. Everywhere Detective Jen Garner turns, there is somebody with something to hide. But can Jen unravel a web of lies that stretches back years, or will more innocent lives pay the price?
907 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 23, 2024
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About the author
Claire Sheldon
6 books32 followersClaire lives in Nottingham with her family, a cat called Whiskers and a dog called Podrick.
She suffers from Multiple Sclerosis and as a result of the disease had to reduce her hours working in insurance for an Insolvency Insurer. This spare time enabled her to study a creative writing course which inspired her to write her debut, Perfect Lie.
When Claire isn't working she enjoys reading crime novels and listening to music – the band Jimmy Eat World is her biggest muse! Claire is also an avid reader and book blogger. The inspiration for her novels comes from the hours spent watching The Bill with her grandparents and auntie; then later, Spooks and other detective programmes like Inspector Morse, A Touch of Frost and Midsomer Murders.
She suffers from Multiple Sclerosis and as a result of the disease had to reduce her hours working in insurance for an Insolvency Insurer. This spare time enabled her to study a creative writing course which inspired her to write her debut, Perfect Lie.
When Claire isn't working she enjoys reading crime novels and listening to music – the band Jimmy Eat World is her biggest muse! Claire is also an avid reader and book blogger. The inspiration for her novels comes from the hours spent watching The Bill with her grandparents and auntie; then later, Spooks and other detective programmes like Inspector Morse, A Touch of Frost and Midsomer Murders.
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Displaying 1 - 8 of 8 reviews
January 28, 2024
A fascinating trilogy of thrillers.
I loved this trilogy of crime thrillers. In the first book, Jen , was the mother of two children, and a loving husband. The past came back with a vengeance, as she was driven to the edge.
In the second book Jen is once again affected by her past, as a young boy is found wandering the streets and asking if anyone knew her. Things got complicated and led to violence and drama.
The third book sees Jen in her new job as a detective in her local police force, and the dramatic plot is gripping and intense.
The characters were well developed and seemed to be authentic people.
I loved this trilogy of crime thrillers. In the first book, Jen , was the mother of two children, and a loving husband. The past came back with a vengeance, as she was driven to the edge.
In the second book Jen is once again affected by her past, as a young boy is found wandering the streets and asking if anyone knew her. Things got complicated and led to violence and drama.
The third book sees Jen in her new job as a detective in her local police force, and the dramatic plot is gripping and intense.
The characters were well developed and seemed to be authentic people.
March 25, 2024
Page turning ,excellent
I have just read the three books and became so engrossed, I liked the police side of the storyline but what made it so good was the personal life stories of the police officers . Couldn't wait to find out how they were sorting out their own problems / feelings . Look forward to next book to see how Chris is managing .
I have just read the three books and became so engrossed, I liked the police side of the storyline but what made it so good was the personal life stories of the police officers . Couldn't wait to find out how they were sorting out their own problems / feelings . Look forward to next book to see how Chris is managing .
March 19, 2024
Not the same as many other detective stories. Some different plot twists from many other books in the genre, giving a more personal perspective from the main law enforcement characters. Thank you Claire for a good read!
March 17, 2024
Could not out the books down.
The many ways the plots interwove with each other kept up the fast pace of the books.
Characters are well-written and interact with each other with ease.
Interesting stories cannot wait for the next instalment of Nottingham's finest.
The many ways the plots interwove with each other kept up the fast pace of the books.
Characters are well-written and interact with each other with ease.
Interesting stories cannot wait for the next instalment of Nottingham's finest.
August 27, 2024
Detective Garner
Enjoyed all 3 books. Wish they would have gone into a little more detail at the endings, but stilled really liked them
Enjoyed all 3 books. Wish they would have gone into a little more detail at the endings, but stilled really liked them
June 18, 2024
what an amazing 3 books
I have just finished this set of three which I found really gripping from start to finish. The characters were believable and compelling. I just wish there were more. I’d recommend them highly. I felt I really got to know the characters and their professionalism blended with the challenger in their own lives.well done.
I have just finished this set of three which I found really gripping from start to finish. The characters were believable and compelling. I just wish there were more. I’d recommend them highly. I felt I really got to know the characters and their professionalism blended with the challenger in their own lives.well done.
May 25, 2025
I was suggested this book series by my kindle app… I downloaded it and stated reading… loved the first book and liked very much the second and third.
If you like this kind of book you would not be disappointed by this series
If you like this kind of book you would not be disappointed by this series
March 20, 2024
I've just finished the first story in this 3-book set: Perfect Lie.
It has everything - drugs, murder, undercover detectives and secrets. What more do you need in a crime novel? Looking forward to getting stuck into the next two in the set!
It has everything - drugs, murder, undercover detectives and secrets. What more do you need in a crime novel? Looking forward to getting stuck into the next two in the set!
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