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The Kill List: Inspector Anjelica Henley, Book 3
* Longlisted for Theakston Crime Novel of the Year *
‘Gritty, compelling storytelling’ Daily Mail
‘Dark, tense, action-packed, and so, so clever … I couldn’t stop until the very last page. Outstanding’ Andrea Mara, number one Sunday Times bestselling author of No One Saw a Thing
‘Another absolute cracker. Gruesome and gritty' Liz Nugent, Sunday Times bestselling author of Strange Sally Diamond
* * * *
He will come for them, one by one…
Five shocking murders
Twenty-five years ago, DCI Harry Rhimes arrested Andrew Streeter for the brutal murders of five young people. Streeter’s ‘kill list’ of victims was found in his home, and he was convicted of all five crimes.
A legacy under threat
Now, Streeter’s convictions are being overturned, as new evidence implies the original investigation was corrupt. No one is more shocked that DI Henley. Because this case is personal; Rhimes was her old boss, and he’s no longer alive to defend himself. But when the killings start up again, Henley must face the Rhimes got it wrong twenty-five years ago.
A hunt for a killer
Henley and her team reopen the original murder cases, but they must put their personal feelings to one side. Because the real killer is still out there, and he’s working his way through a new kill list …
* * *
‘A chilling and gripping serial killer thriller … I raced through it’ Anna Mazzola, author of The Clockwork Girl
‘The most invigoratingly grisly new crime writer on the block’ The Telegraph
‘Gritty, compelling storytelling’ Daily Mail
‘Dark, tense, action-packed, and so, so clever … I couldn’t stop until the very last page. Outstanding’ Andrea Mara, number one Sunday Times bestselling author of No One Saw a Thing
‘Another absolute cracker. Gruesome and gritty' Liz Nugent, Sunday Times bestselling author of Strange Sally Diamond
* * * *
He will come for them, one by one…
Five shocking murders
Twenty-five years ago, DCI Harry Rhimes arrested Andrew Streeter for the brutal murders of five young people. Streeter’s ‘kill list’ of victims was found in his home, and he was convicted of all five crimes.
A legacy under threat
Now, Streeter’s convictions are being overturned, as new evidence implies the original investigation was corrupt. No one is more shocked that DI Henley. Because this case is personal; Rhimes was her old boss, and he’s no longer alive to defend himself. But when the killings start up again, Henley must face the Rhimes got it wrong twenty-five years ago.
A hunt for a killer
Henley and her team reopen the original murder cases, but they must put their personal feelings to one side. Because the real killer is still out there, and he’s working his way through a new kill list …
* * *
‘A chilling and gripping serial killer thriller … I raced through it’ Anna Mazzola, author of The Clockwork Girl
‘The most invigoratingly grisly new crime writer on the block’ The Telegraph
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About the author
Nadine Matheson
15 books1,145 followersNadine Matheson lives in London. She began her working life at the BBC and now practices as a criminal defence lawyer. In 2016, she won the City University Crime Writing Competition and has a MA in Creative Writing.
Her crime fiction novel, The Jigsaw Man, was published by HQ in 2021. The Jigsaw Man has been sold in 15 territories to date and will be translated into 15 languages.
Praise For The Jigsaw Man
"Matheson has a keen instinct for keeping the pages turning." New York Times
"This modern and multilayered take on the high-octane thriller keeps the pages turning" Oprah Daily
‘The Jigsaw Man ranks amongst the very best debut thrillers – we’re talking top-ten territory here – I’ve read this past decade… It evokes, vibrantly and indelibly, a world I’ve never even glimpsed, much less entered – neither in literature nor in life… Matheson’s voice is exciting, urgent… and, now more than ever, vital’ A.J. Finn
*Shortlisted for the 2022 Diverse Book Award*
*Shortlisted for the Dead Good Reads Award- 'Cold as Ice Award for most Chilling Read
*A Crime Reads Most Anticipated Book of 2021*
*The Best Crime Novels To Read in 2022 - The Evening Standard
Nadine Matheson is also the host of 'The Conversation Podcast with Nadine Matheson'. Her third novel in the Detective Inspector Henley series, The Kill List, will be released in May 2024.
Nadine Matheson is represented by Oli Munson of A.M. Heath Literary Agents.
www.nadinematheson.com
Her crime fiction novel, The Jigsaw Man, was published by HQ in 2021. The Jigsaw Man has been sold in 15 territories to date and will be translated into 15 languages.
Praise For The Jigsaw Man
"Matheson has a keen instinct for keeping the pages turning." New York Times
"This modern and multilayered take on the high-octane thriller keeps the pages turning" Oprah Daily
‘The Jigsaw Man ranks amongst the very best debut thrillers – we’re talking top-ten territory here – I’ve read this past decade… It evokes, vibrantly and indelibly, a world I’ve never even glimpsed, much less entered – neither in literature nor in life… Matheson’s voice is exciting, urgent… and, now more than ever, vital’ A.J. Finn
*Shortlisted for the 2022 Diverse Book Award*
*Shortlisted for the Dead Good Reads Award- 'Cold as Ice Award for most Chilling Read
*A Crime Reads Most Anticipated Book of 2021*
*The Best Crime Novels To Read in 2022 - The Evening Standard
Nadine Matheson is also the host of 'The Conversation Podcast with Nadine Matheson'. Her third novel in the Detective Inspector Henley series, The Kill List, will be released in May 2024.
Nadine Matheson is represented by Oli Munson of A.M. Heath Literary Agents.
www.nadinematheson.com
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January 8, 2026
I don’t think I have ever read three books in a series so quickly! One after the other!!
This instalment was darkly chilling, gripping and grisly. Any murder is brutal and Nadine Matheson has a very clear way of showing that to the reader, including details that made me wrinkle my face as I read.
Finally we discover more about Henley’s past, not only from her childhood, which haunts her to this day, but also a threat to the reputation of her old boss Rhimes, who I felt I already knew, as he has been talked about in the previous two books.
There are so many layers to this series, each worthy of their own subplot. Ramouter, an important supporting character, facing his own life issues, whilst also trying to be on top form as a police officer. The plot is never rushed (although don’t mistake that for lack of tension, of which there is loads!). It is developed with care and precision, nothing is left out, although the reader is left always wanting to know a bit more.
Again the author tackles social issues, how police officers are viewed, women in the force and in positions of authority, marital issues, dementia, counselling and dealing with grief - none of which are a ‘quick fix’ which is demonstrated clearly.
A really interesting and unique case to investigate, certainly not an easy one either as the kills start mounting up. The tension is palpable as it mounts towards another thrilling conclusion.
I am very relieved to know I don’t have to wait too long for Book 4. I will be waiting!! There are so many areas from this and the previous books that I want to know more about.
This instalment was darkly chilling, gripping and grisly. Any murder is brutal and Nadine Matheson has a very clear way of showing that to the reader, including details that made me wrinkle my face as I read.
Finally we discover more about Henley’s past, not only from her childhood, which haunts her to this day, but also a threat to the reputation of her old boss Rhimes, who I felt I already knew, as he has been talked about in the previous two books.
There are so many layers to this series, each worthy of their own subplot. Ramouter, an important supporting character, facing his own life issues, whilst also trying to be on top form as a police officer. The plot is never rushed (although don’t mistake that for lack of tension, of which there is loads!). It is developed with care and precision, nothing is left out, although the reader is left always wanting to know a bit more.
Again the author tackles social issues, how police officers are viewed, women in the force and in positions of authority, marital issues, dementia, counselling and dealing with grief - none of which are a ‘quick fix’ which is demonstrated clearly.
A really interesting and unique case to investigate, certainly not an easy one either as the kills start mounting up. The tension is palpable as it mounts towards another thrilling conclusion.
I am very relieved to know I don’t have to wait too long for Book 4. I will be waiting!! There are so many areas from this and the previous books that I want to know more about.
May 25, 2025
This book is dark, intriguing, suspenseful and action-packed. If you like character driven books with police procedurals, this book will appeal to you. The description of murders are gruesome in this series. Though Detective Henley are having second thoughts if Andrew Streeter is the real killer or not? So, she looks deeply into the cases and go through all the cases and talk with Andrew. Truth is twisted and there are shocking revelations. The unthinkable happens and the
k!ller is still out there. Will she reopen the cases and find out the real person behind those murders?
k!ller is still out there. Will she reopen the cases and find out the real person behind those murders?
March 27, 2025
Loved it, lost pace in a couple of paces but was always thinking when can I read next!
Hadn't realised it was part of a series so have been introduced to characters part way through their arc but will aim to read the others and see if they hit the spot too!
Hadn't realised it was part of a series so have been introduced to characters part way through their arc but will aim to read the others and see if they hit the spot too!
October 31, 2025
Excellent read!!! Length chapters which slowed me down (as a dyslexic I struggle with long chapters).
The story was excellent!! Highly recommend!!
The story was excellent!! Highly recommend!!
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