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Masquerade of Murder
DI Cora Snitton is barely catching her breath after the last case when another body turns up - this time, a suspected junkie dumped in an abandoned quarry.
Her team is pulled into the chaos of the Luton Carnival, a vibrant event with a dark reputation for gang violence and drug deals.
Amid the crowds, noise, and flashing lights, a ruthless gangster sees his chance to make a name for himself in a new town.
As the music blares and the party rages on, something sinister rages behind the scenes.
Book 2 in the gritty Cora Snitton series.
Her team is pulled into the chaos of the Luton Carnival, a vibrant event with a dark reputation for gang violence and drug deals.
Amid the crowds, noise, and flashing lights, a ruthless gangster sees his chance to make a name for himself in a new town.
As the music blares and the party rages on, something sinister rages behind the scenes.
Book 2 in the gritty Cora Snitton series.
258 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 11, 2025
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July 17, 2025
Book 2 in the DI Cora Snitton series. I haven't read book one, and this book can be read as a standalone, but I'd recommend you read them in order just to have a more well-rounded understanding of who everyone is at the start. I will definitely go back and read it.
I really liked Cora and how she kept the team together and focused on the task at hand. I loved the team and the banter and friendship between them which felt natural and believable. The setting worked well with a build up towards the carnival and the twists and turns along the way. I liked that there were a lot of strands that all come together in a satisfying way. It is well written with an interesting storyline.
There are some dark themes in the book such as domestic abuse, child abuse, gangs and trafficking but I thought these were handled in a sensitive way and added to the story rather being gratuitous.
The story had me invested and I was really rooting for some of the characters... that ending... I need closure!
Huge thanks to the author and Hygge Book Tours for providing a copy of the book to review.
I really liked Cora and how she kept the team together and focused on the task at hand. I loved the team and the banter and friendship between them which felt natural and believable. The setting worked well with a build up towards the carnival and the twists and turns along the way. I liked that there were a lot of strands that all come together in a satisfying way. It is well written with an interesting storyline.
There are some dark themes in the book such as domestic abuse, child abuse, gangs and trafficking but I thought these were handled in a sensitive way and added to the story rather being gratuitous.
The story had me invested and I was really rooting for some of the characters... that ending... I need closure!
Huge thanks to the author and Hygge Book Tours for providing a copy of the book to review.
July 11, 2025
DI Cora Snitton is barely catching her breath after the last case when another body turns up - this time, a suspected junkie dumped in an abandoned quarry.
Her team is pulled into the chaos of the Luton Carnival, a vibrant event with a dark reputation for gang violence and drug deals.
Amid the crowds, noise, and flashing lights, a ruthless gangster sees his chance to make a name for himself in a new town.
As the music blares and the party rages on, something sinister rages behind the scenes.
Book 2 in the gritty Cora Snitton series.
My Review
Masquerade Of A Murder is the second book in the 'DI Cora Snitton' series, written by Donna Morfett. It is set in and around Dunstable and can be read as a standalone. I've not read the first book in the series but after reading this book I definitely will go back to the first one.
DI Cora Snitton and her team have been given the task of helping at the carnival in Luton. Whilst there Cora gets called out to a crime scene near Dunstable, where a body has been found in the quarry. It's going to be difficult to ascertain who the body is as there's no telling how long the body's been in the water. As a team they can't help but wonder if it's related to the drug and gang activity in the area.
Meanwhile, a little girl makes friends with someone called Minka through a hole in the garden fence. There's lots of shouting coming from that house and her parents warn her that these people are bad.
This is a fantastic police procedural/crime thriller. It's sub plots entwined to make a dramatic conclusion. It also has themes relevant to crimes today such as organised crime, gangs, male domestic abuse and slave labour all adding to the authenticity of the story, plus it showed that some research has been done around these topics.
The story is easy flowing with a mixed bag of characters who are serious about their job but equally there is banter making the characters feel more authentic and real.
Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed this fully immersive story which kept me gripped from start to end. I for one would be more than happy to read more of this series and other work by the author.
Her team is pulled into the chaos of the Luton Carnival, a vibrant event with a dark reputation for gang violence and drug deals.
Amid the crowds, noise, and flashing lights, a ruthless gangster sees his chance to make a name for himself in a new town.
As the music blares and the party rages on, something sinister rages behind the scenes.
Book 2 in the gritty Cora Snitton series.
My Review
Masquerade Of A Murder is the second book in the 'DI Cora Snitton' series, written by Donna Morfett. It is set in and around Dunstable and can be read as a standalone. I've not read the first book in the series but after reading this book I definitely will go back to the first one.
DI Cora Snitton and her team have been given the task of helping at the carnival in Luton. Whilst there Cora gets called out to a crime scene near Dunstable, where a body has been found in the quarry. It's going to be difficult to ascertain who the body is as there's no telling how long the body's been in the water. As a team they can't help but wonder if it's related to the drug and gang activity in the area.
Meanwhile, a little girl makes friends with someone called Minka through a hole in the garden fence. There's lots of shouting coming from that house and her parents warn her that these people are bad.
This is a fantastic police procedural/crime thriller. It's sub plots entwined to make a dramatic conclusion. It also has themes relevant to crimes today such as organised crime, gangs, male domestic abuse and slave labour all adding to the authenticity of the story, plus it showed that some research has been done around these topics.
The story is easy flowing with a mixed bag of characters who are serious about their job but equally there is banter making the characters feel more authentic and real.
Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed this fully immersive story which kept me gripped from start to end. I for one would be more than happy to read more of this series and other work by the author.
July 17, 2025
The second book in the DI Cora Snitton series & it picks up a few months after the exploits in book 1. Cora is still finding her feet with her new team but seems to be settling in OK & certainly has their respect. Her anxiety sometimes rears its ugly head but she is coping, especially as she has Nibbles to keep her company. This police procedural sees the Dunstable squad assisting Luton with the policing of their late May Bank Holiday carnival. It isn’t all balloons & candy floss.
The book starts in a sombre mood but that soon eases as the day to day police work takes over. That is until a bloated corpse is discovered, then the whole team are involved in investigating the death & trying to ascertain who they are. This leads to unraveling the threads of disparate OCGs, county line networks, people smugglers & would be gangsters. The desperate stories of those brought over to the UK under false pretences are deftly told, as are the internal power struggles of drugs gangs. A parallel tale of an abused teacher runs, seemingly unconnected, alongside.
Be warned, there are some graphic descriptions of violence & torture but these were not superfluous additions. The atmosphere was definitely lifted by the fast pace & some of the bookish inside jokes. Lots of layers & an unexpected ending made this a very enjoyable read. I wonder what’ll befall Cora & her team next?
The book starts in a sombre mood but that soon eases as the day to day police work takes over. That is until a bloated corpse is discovered, then the whole team are involved in investigating the death & trying to ascertain who they are. This leads to unraveling the threads of disparate OCGs, county line networks, people smugglers & would be gangsters. The desperate stories of those brought over to the UK under false pretences are deftly told, as are the internal power struggles of drugs gangs. A parallel tale of an abused teacher runs, seemingly unconnected, alongside.
Be warned, there are some graphic descriptions of violence & torture but these were not superfluous additions. The atmosphere was definitely lifted by the fast pace & some of the bookish inside jokes. Lots of layers & an unexpected ending made this a very enjoyable read. I wonder what’ll befall Cora & her team next?
July 10, 2025
The second book in the DI Cora Snitton series, Masquerade of Murder, is one I have been waiting for since I regretfully finished reading The Disappearance of Peter Markham!
We are back with Cora and her team, who, after the previous case, are all hoping for a little quieter time. They are seconded to help with the Luton Carnival while a body is discovered in a local quarry, and it's not a fresh one. As Cora starts to investigate, it seems that this may be the beginning of something much more serious. It doesn't look like Cora and the team are going to get their wish!
Another excellent instalment in this series. The author writes in a style that pulls you in immediately, and before you know it, you are 50% in and not willing to put the book down for love or money!
I love how easy the story flows and how the characters either capture your heart or your hatred. I invested in Cora and the team from the last book and wanted to see how the cliffhanger from said book worked out in this one. Donna Morfett certainly knows how to keep hold of a reader.
As the threads of all the sub plots play out and they begin to weave together, it creates such an intriguing storyline. This is another great book that just hooks you into this series even more! I am looking forward to the next one, that's for sure!! A definite five-star highly recommended read for!
We are back with Cora and her team, who, after the previous case, are all hoping for a little quieter time. They are seconded to help with the Luton Carnival while a body is discovered in a local quarry, and it's not a fresh one. As Cora starts to investigate, it seems that this may be the beginning of something much more serious. It doesn't look like Cora and the team are going to get their wish!
Another excellent instalment in this series. The author writes in a style that pulls you in immediately, and before you know it, you are 50% in and not willing to put the book down for love or money!
I love how easy the story flows and how the characters either capture your heart or your hatred. I invested in Cora and the team from the last book and wanted to see how the cliffhanger from said book worked out in this one. Donna Morfett certainly knows how to keep hold of a reader.
As the threads of all the sub plots play out and they begin to weave together, it creates such an intriguing storyline. This is another great book that just hooks you into this series even more! I am looking forward to the next one, that's for sure!! A definite five-star highly recommended read for!
July 15, 2025
"Masquerade of Murder," the second installment in the DI Cora Snitton series by author Donna Morfett, plunges readers back into the thrilling and tumultuous world of detective Cora Snitton👮♀️. This novel stands confidently on its own while deepening connections established in its predecessor, offering readers an immersive journey into the darker corners of law enforcement.
Cora Snitton is thrust into another harrowing case upon discovering a suspected junkie's body dumped in an abandoned quarry behind the old Northfields school🏫. The character development in this novel is notable. Cora is portrayed with nuance, balancing her professional resilience with personal vulnerabilities. Dona Morfett’s portrayal of her personal struggles adds depth, making her relatable and compelling.
The pacing of the story is electric, with twists and turns that keep readers on the edge of their seats. The well-researched portrayal of gang dynamics and drug culture adds authenticity to the narrative, enhancing its gritty realism. Overall, "Masquerade of Murder" is a riveting addition to the DI Cora Snitton series, combining a pulse-pounding plot with rich character development💖
Cora Snitton is thrust into another harrowing case upon discovering a suspected junkie's body dumped in an abandoned quarry behind the old Northfields school🏫. The character development in this novel is notable. Cora is portrayed with nuance, balancing her professional resilience with personal vulnerabilities. Dona Morfett’s portrayal of her personal struggles adds depth, making her relatable and compelling.
The pacing of the story is electric, with twists and turns that keep readers on the edge of their seats. The well-researched portrayal of gang dynamics and drug culture adds authenticity to the narrative, enhancing its gritty realism. Overall, "Masquerade of Murder" is a riveting addition to the DI Cora Snitton series, combining a pulse-pounding plot with rich character development💖
June 16, 2025
A body has been found in a reservoir which makes identification not so straightforward. DI Cora Snitton and her team are wondering if this could relate to a gang, however this is Dunstable where gangs are not yet known to be around however Luton isn't so far away. Meanwhile a little girl sees a potential friend through the garden fence, a garden of a house where she has heard lots of shouting and her parents have told her they are bad people.
I enjoy this series. It’s a good mix of a well thought out plot and likeable characters. The addition of the woman and child Elira and Minka along with Daisy made this a well rounded story for me, that extra sensitive touch, then the opposing style of Vicky, a woman having had a hard upbringing and now struggling to socialise as an adult. This is Donna’s second book and has a great basis for more in the series. A likeable lead in Cora and some humour in and around her team. I read an unedited copy which hence needed completion, this aside, it was a wonderful enjoyable read and I look forward to more to come.
I enjoy this series. It’s a good mix of a well thought out plot and likeable characters. The addition of the woman and child Elira and Minka along with Daisy made this a well rounded story for me, that extra sensitive touch, then the opposing style of Vicky, a woman having had a hard upbringing and now struggling to socialise as an adult. This is Donna’s second book and has a great basis for more in the series. A likeable lead in Cora and some humour in and around her team. I read an unedited copy which hence needed completion, this aside, it was a wonderful enjoyable read and I look forward to more to come.
July 14, 2025
This thrilling story is police procedural through and through so if that’s your thing time to put those reading glasses on because boy do I have a story for you!
While DCI Cora Snitton is doing her best to recover from the last case that consumed her every waking moment another body pops up, this time a suspected junkie potentially linked to the slew of gang and drug activity in the area.
If you have a knack for crime solving and police work then this story was written for you. With no shortage of twists and turn, this crime thriller will tick every one of you boxes as it did mine. The main character was multi-faceted, the plot was so brilliantly written and the sub plots gelled so well into the main story.
As a lover of thrill and suspense I highly recommend this read! Even though this can be read as a stand alone I highly recommend going back to book 1, this adds so much depth to the characters in book 2!
While DCI Cora Snitton is doing her best to recover from the last case that consumed her every waking moment another body pops up, this time a suspected junkie potentially linked to the slew of gang and drug activity in the area.
If you have a knack for crime solving and police work then this story was written for you. With no shortage of twists and turn, this crime thriller will tick every one of you boxes as it did mine. The main character was multi-faceted, the plot was so brilliantly written and the sub plots gelled so well into the main story.
As a lover of thrill and suspense I highly recommend this read! Even though this can be read as a stand alone I highly recommend going back to book 1, this adds so much depth to the characters in book 2!
July 16, 2025
‘Masquerade of Murder’ by Donna Morfett is the second in the DI Cora Snitton series, but can be read as a stand alone.
DI Cora Snitton and her team find themselves dealing with a need to protect the Luton Carnival from organised crime groups pushing drugs aswell as dealing with a body that turns up at a quarry.
The novel is rich in its characterisation. The characters are so well developed and described, you can see them. The interplay between the characters is also evident and adds texture to the story.
I haven’t read the first in the series but that didn’t take away any enjoyment of the story.
The writing and progress of the story very much reminds me of Martina Cole with its richness of characters.
The book is a real page turner and I enjoyed it hugely.
Will definately be reading more by this author and highly recommend to fans of crime fiction.
Thank you so much to the author and Hygge Book Tours for allowing me to be part of this blog tour.
DI Cora Snitton and her team find themselves dealing with a need to protect the Luton Carnival from organised crime groups pushing drugs aswell as dealing with a body that turns up at a quarry.
The novel is rich in its characterisation. The characters are so well developed and described, you can see them. The interplay between the characters is also evident and adds texture to the story.
I haven’t read the first in the series but that didn’t take away any enjoyment of the story.
The writing and progress of the story very much reminds me of Martina Cole with its richness of characters.
The book is a real page turner and I enjoyed it hugely.
Will definately be reading more by this author and highly recommend to fans of crime fiction.
Thank you so much to the author and Hygge Book Tours for allowing me to be part of this blog tour.
July 6, 2025
“Masquerade of Murder” is the second book in the gritty ‘DI Cora Snitton’ series set in and around Dunstable and reads perfectly well as a stand-alone, although I suspect eagerly awaiting readers of this series, will equally devour this entertaining book.
This is so much more than a police procedural, it’s a crime thriller with depth. With side stories involving male domestic abuse, insecurity, slave labour and organised crime gangs to name a few.
As much as Cora has her team under control and is a no nonsense boss, there’s still some lighthearted banter and a couple of well crafted characters that portray some interesting and engaging scenes. Endearing to characters is always a perk and there’s a few you instantly do in this book. However, as often occurs, you can’t trust everyone and with a constant sense of duplicity and unsure who’s telling the truth, this story is engaging and very intriguing.
The author, Donna Morfett, ensures the reader is fully immersed in the story with her descriptive dialogue and narratives making this a very wholesome read and I for one would be very happy to read any further books she writes in this series.
#MasqueradeOfMurder - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
This is so much more than a police procedural, it’s a crime thriller with depth. With side stories involving male domestic abuse, insecurity, slave labour and organised crime gangs to name a few.
As much as Cora has her team under control and is a no nonsense boss, there’s still some lighthearted banter and a couple of well crafted characters that portray some interesting and engaging scenes. Endearing to characters is always a perk and there’s a few you instantly do in this book. However, as often occurs, you can’t trust everyone and with a constant sense of duplicity and unsure who’s telling the truth, this story is engaging and very intriguing.
The author, Donna Morfett, ensures the reader is fully immersed in the story with her descriptive dialogue and narratives making this a very wholesome read and I for one would be very happy to read any further books she writes in this series.
#MasqueradeOfMurder - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
July 8, 2025
Once again another great detective novel featuring DI Cora Snitton, and again I loved the way this was told not all from Cora's POV (all in 3rd person too so it didn't get confusing) and so we also got lots of chapters or sections following other characters to see other sides to the story. This one was all about the drug scene in nearby Luton so it was great to follow along with some of the OCG members to see what was going on from their side, what was being planned and a bit of how they operate.
In terms of the writing there was a big improvement from the first book which was lovely to see, and a lot less errors too, just the odd thing this time and even then I think there was just a couple of times the wrong name was used really. I loved all our characters, with a much bigger cast than last time with them teaming up with the Luton police force and the OCGs having lots of members. Even some of the bad guys were kind of likeable though, and even those that weren't were great to read about still. Oh I did hate Vicky though. No spoilers but she deserved everything she got haha!
I'm hoping there are more DI Cora Snitton novels planned because I love the way they're set up and would definitely love to race my way through some more!
In terms of the writing there was a big improvement from the first book which was lovely to see, and a lot less errors too, just the odd thing this time and even then I think there was just a couple of times the wrong name was used really. I loved all our characters, with a much bigger cast than last time with them teaming up with the Luton police force and the OCGs having lots of members. Even some of the bad guys were kind of likeable though, and even those that weren't were great to read about still. Oh I did hate Vicky though. No spoilers but she deserved everything she got haha!
I'm hoping there are more DI Cora Snitton novels planned because I love the way they're set up and would definitely love to race my way through some more!
July 9, 2025
Cora is wanting an easier life with her team but they have been tasked to help with a local Carnival in Luton. DI Cora Snitton is called out to a scene near Dunstable, where an identified body has been pulled out of a local quarry! Unfortunately, the identification will be hard due to how long they had been in the water. Cora is left wondering who, why and how they got there? She and her team start to investigate and are left thinking if this is related to recent drug / gang activity. At the same time, a little girl becomes friends through the garden fence with Minka. What no one realises is that Minka is not in a good place although Elira tries her best. I didn't expect that all of the intertwined sub plots will lead to an unexpected conclusion at the carnival. It was full of twists and turns with a few nail biting moments.
July 14, 2025
I'm reviewing this as part of a tour with Hygge Book Tours.
This is the second book in a series featuring DI Cora Snitton as the protagonist. Although I hadn't read the previous book, I didn't feel as though I'd missed out on anything. I felt the author put a lot of thought into the characters; they came to life easily for me, and I felt a connection with them. The characters felt real to me. I liked the gritty tone of the writing, which suited my mood at the time of reading.
The individual chapters seemed quite short, which meant that I kept turning the pages. I had to keep reading to find out what happened next, and this turned out to be a nail-biter. It was also easy to read in one sitting. I liked Cora as a protagonist too, so I'd happily read about her again.
Thank you to Hygge Book Tours, and to the author and publisher, for the opportunity to read and review this.
This is the second book in a series featuring DI Cora Snitton as the protagonist. Although I hadn't read the previous book, I didn't feel as though I'd missed out on anything. I felt the author put a lot of thought into the characters; they came to life easily for me, and I felt a connection with them. The characters felt real to me. I liked the gritty tone of the writing, which suited my mood at the time of reading.
The individual chapters seemed quite short, which meant that I kept turning the pages. I had to keep reading to find out what happened next, and this turned out to be a nail-biter. It was also easy to read in one sitting. I liked Cora as a protagonist too, so I'd happily read about her again.
Thank you to Hygge Book Tours, and to the author and publisher, for the opportunity to read and review this.
July 19, 2025
DI Cora Snitton is settling into her new job and the responsibilities of running her department when a body is discovered at a quarry. This coincides with the yearly Luton Carnival, which is used as cover for lowlife entities, so Cora and her team are asked to work alongside their Luton counterparts. Throw into the mix a new boy on the block wanting to muscle in on the crime scene, an abused husband, trafficked girls, a lost kid, betrayal, and to top it all, a wealth of forensic detail to make your head spin, and you’ve got this rip-roaring novel. Donna has a knack for banter, and we laugh along with her characters, and this is needed as many of the themes running through this story are dark. Recommended.
July 13, 2025
A great crime/police procedural book, a quick read I found to be really enjoyable and hard to put down.
I hadn’t read the first DI Cora Snitten book but didn’t have any trouble following this one, so works well as a standalone. Definitely a series I would read more of, I loved the way Cora and her team worked, there were really good interconnected events that occurred through the book and found the way the plot unfolded fascinating.
A gripping read with great characters a definite 👍 from me
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I hadn’t read the first DI Cora Snitten book but didn’t have any trouble following this one, so works well as a standalone. Definitely a series I would read more of, I loved the way Cora and her team worked, there were really good interconnected events that occurred through the book and found the way the plot unfolded fascinating.
A gripping read with great characters a definite 👍 from me
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July 21, 2025
Now I haven’t read the first book in this series - YET! About to go an inhale that one too. Loved loved loved this book. I mean I was sold on the name Cora which is my favourite girls name ever but then the story. I was hooked from the first chapter. Sometimes crime books start off slow but not this one. So many emotions, so much drama all packed in to this book. I didn’t guess the ending. I’m always convinced by halfway through a book I know how the ending will happen but nope. I was surprised and loved it. Highly recommend. My first ever 5 start book review! Thank you so much for allowing me to read and review this book!!
July 13, 2025
DI Cora Snitton and her team are called out to where an unidentified body has been found at a local quarry. This is the second book in this series and is a great read. Even though the murder is the central focus of the book, there are other crimes going on on the side. The writing style is perfect for the type of book and the author has created a story that is much more than just a police procedural, it’s multi faceted. I thought Cora was a good character. She was a great leader of her team, strict but still with a sense of humour. A well written and engaging read.
July 11, 2025
The second in the DI Cora Snitton series from this new author, her first book was a great read the second even better. Although part of a series it could be easily read as a standalone, but personally I like to start at the beginning. Snitton and the team are thrown straight back in to the thick of things. I’m not a re hash the storyline reviewer read the blurb and if it grabs your attention you won’t be disappointed. If you like police procedurals then this is for you.
July 13, 2025
Masquerade of Murder by Donna Morfett is a gripping British crime thriller set during a Chaotic Carnival. DI Cora Snitton investigates a murder tied to a gang which involves violence and drug crime, whilst navigating through personal and professional tensions. With vivid details and a fast-paced plot, this second book in the series offers a tense read. A strong choice for fans of gritty detective fiction. It's been a pleasure being part of the tour, with a fantastic read
May 25, 2026
I thoroughly enjoyed the second book in the DI Cora Snitton series. The opening chapters had me holding my breath (if you read the first book, you know what I'm referring to), and the rest of the book kept me gripped. The police officer characters were well-defined and relatable, and you find yourself genuinely caring what happens to the other characters in the book as well. Very well paced and exciting plot. I can't wait to read the next in the series. Highly recommended.
July 17, 2025
Masqeurade of murder by Donna morfett.
Book 2 of dc Cora Snitton series.
I really enjoyed this book. I love the cover and blurb. I love this series. I did like Cora. This was a quick and easy read for me. I got into it straight away. Twisty and gripping. I really thought i knew who it was. I was wrong. I am looking forward to the next book. I would definitely recommend this book.
Book 2 of dc Cora Snitton series.
I really enjoyed this book. I love the cover and blurb. I love this series. I did like Cora. This was a quick and easy read for me. I got into it straight away. Twisty and gripping. I really thought i knew who it was. I was wrong. I am looking forward to the next book. I would definitely recommend this book.
August 30, 2026
A roller coaster crime thriller
I read this over the August Bank holiday weekend. It was just the thing. Donna has clearly got a talent for story telling and makes good use of her local knowledge. There was plenty of action and one of two surprises. Crime story aficionados will find a lot to enjoy here.
I read this over the August Bank holiday weekend. It was just the thing. Donna has clearly got a talent for story telling and makes good use of her local knowledge. There was plenty of action and one of two surprises. Crime story aficionados will find a lot to enjoy here.
June 24, 2025
This is an easy read with a lovely flowing style. It reminded me of a disaster movie where we’re slowly introduced to the players and their stories… then they’re brought together in the explosive conclusion which happens in the chaos of a local community carnival. Definitely recommend!
July 17, 2025
Interesting police procedural book, with several sub-plots. The movement between different locations will make the reader involved and eager to turn to the next page. Well thought out and cleverly tied together at the end.
August 18, 2025
Another nail-biting novel from Donna Morfett which had me hooked from the outset. The usual drugs gangs and prostitution are intermixed with child abuse and domestic violence, this time aimed at the husband. A heady mix - fast moving and extremely entertaining.
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July 12, 2025
Donna writes a dark novel - sometimes on the edge for me, but you can see the development of the author with this book
August 7, 2025
Gritty, fast-paced, and packed with tension, this second installment in the Cora Snitton series brilliantly blends pulse-pounding crime with the chaotic energy of a carnival backdrop.
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July 12, 2025
This is the second book in the DI Cora Snitton series and currently it's the first one that I've read.
As with most books of this genre, this read perfectly well as a standalone, but I definitely want to go back and check out book 1 asap too, to catch up with any character developments that I may have missed out on.
This was a good detective story with a diverse cast of characters and a good plot.
It was easy to read and I found that I was immersed pretty swiftly.
A body is found and Cora and her team are sent to investigate - a pretty standard format for this genre - which I love!
I really liked Cora who was an intriguing character who worked well with the case and her team.
It was good to see how they all worked together and got on with the job in hand - but also the dynamics within the team felt authentic and there was a great atmosphere which was really nice to see.
I liked that there were a few different threads running throughout the book - which at first seem unconnected.
These flowed well together though, and it was great to see the way things pulled together towards the end - giving us a few surprises before the final reveals.
I liked that this was written in this person - not a common find now but this was nice for a change.
We still follow the story over the different pov's but there's more mystery and less emotion involved as we don't get to connect with the characters quite as much as with a first person read.
I found this to be a well worked storyline and an enjoyable read overall and I'll definitely be heading back to read the first book in the series - getting ready to follow this on in future books.
As with most books of this genre, this read perfectly well as a standalone, but I definitely want to go back and check out book 1 asap too, to catch up with any character developments that I may have missed out on.
This was a good detective story with a diverse cast of characters and a good plot.
It was easy to read and I found that I was immersed pretty swiftly.
A body is found and Cora and her team are sent to investigate - a pretty standard format for this genre - which I love!
I really liked Cora who was an intriguing character who worked well with the case and her team.
It was good to see how they all worked together and got on with the job in hand - but also the dynamics within the team felt authentic and there was a great atmosphere which was really nice to see.
I liked that there were a few different threads running throughout the book - which at first seem unconnected.
These flowed well together though, and it was great to see the way things pulled together towards the end - giving us a few surprises before the final reveals.
I liked that this was written in this person - not a common find now but this was nice for a change.
We still follow the story over the different pov's but there's more mystery and less emotion involved as we don't get to connect with the characters quite as much as with a first person read.
I found this to be a well worked storyline and an enjoyable read overall and I'll definitely be heading back to read the first book in the series - getting ready to follow this on in future books.
August 8, 2026
This is the second book in Morfett's DI Cora Snitton series, the first being The Disappearance of Peter Markham.
It's narrated from varying POV, and has multiple threads at play throughout that converge seamlessly into a satisfactory ending.
Both the author's writing and her characters have developed since the previous book. Cora Snitton has come into her own, and I'm invested all the way.
I enjoyed it so much it turned into a one sitting binge. I couldn't tear myself away.
Overall, it was an enjoyable read which I'd wholeheartedly recommend.
It's narrated from varying POV, and has multiple threads at play throughout that converge seamlessly into a satisfactory ending.
Both the author's writing and her characters have developed since the previous book. Cora Snitton has come into her own, and I'm invested all the way.
I enjoyed it so much it turned into a one sitting binge. I couldn't tear myself away.
Overall, it was an enjoyable read which I'd wholeheartedly recommend.
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