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Detective Liz Field #2
Nothing Left Behind
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Expected 23 Apr 26 ‘Emergency. Which service do you require?’
‘He’s trying to burn down my house. He’s going to kill me.’
They thought it was another false alarm. They were wrong.
This page-turning crime thriller is perfect for fans of Nadine Matheson, Sam Holland, and Helen Fields.
‘Emergency. Which service do you require?’
‘He’s trying to burn down my house. He’s going to kill me.’
Anne Evans was a 'nuisance caller'. She would repetitively dial 999 in desperate panic, screaming down the phone that 'he' was going to burn her alive…
But after years of false alarms, people stopped listening.
Now, as the smoke clears, DCI Liz Field can only watch helplessly as Anne’s charred home collapses, her body still trapped inside.
The blaze leaves scant evidence behind, but the more Field's team uncover in the rubble, the more disturbing the case becomes. This wasn't merely arson, it was murder, tailored to the victim’s worst nightmare.
Everyone thought Anne was just a paranoid recluse. But is it really paranoia, if all that you feared comes true?
This page-turning crime thriller is perfect for fans of Nadine Matheson, Sam Holland, and Helen Fields.
‘He’s trying to burn down my house. He’s going to kill me.’
They thought it was another false alarm. They were wrong.
This page-turning crime thriller is perfect for fans of Nadine Matheson, Sam Holland, and Helen Fields.
‘Emergency. Which service do you require?’
‘He’s trying to burn down my house. He’s going to kill me.’
Anne Evans was a 'nuisance caller'. She would repetitively dial 999 in desperate panic, screaming down the phone that 'he' was going to burn her alive…
But after years of false alarms, people stopped listening.
Now, as the smoke clears, DCI Liz Field can only watch helplessly as Anne’s charred home collapses, her body still trapped inside.
The blaze leaves scant evidence behind, but the more Field's team uncover in the rubble, the more disturbing the case becomes. This wasn't merely arson, it was murder, tailored to the victim’s worst nightmare.
Everyone thought Anne was just a paranoid recluse. But is it really paranoia, if all that you feared comes true?
This page-turning crime thriller is perfect for fans of Nadine Matheson, Sam Holland, and Helen Fields.
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Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Nothing Left Behind is a tense, emotionally charged crime novel that lingers long after you close the final page. Claire Douglas (or the author—depending on the ARC) delivers a story that is as heartbreaking as it is propulsive, built around a single chilling question: what if the warnings everyone dismissed were true?
Anne Evans is such a tragic, compelling figure. Branded a nuisance caller, she spent years begging emergency services to believe her, only for her final call to be the one no one took seriously. The opening is stark and devastating, and it sets the tone for a story that digs into fear, isolation, and the consequences of being ignored.
DCI Liz Field is a strong anchor for the investigation—steady, empathetic, and quietly determined. As her team sifts through the ashes of Anne’s home, the case becomes more disturbing with every discovery. The arson isn’t just targeted; it’s tailored to Anne’s deepest terror, and that detail adds a chilling psychological edge to the procedural pace.
What I loved most is how the novel balances its crime‑thriller tension with a thoughtful exploration of vulnerability and perception. Anne’s reputation, her loneliness, the way people dismissed her—it all feeds into a narrative that feels painfully believable. The more Liz uncovers, the more the story forces you to question who gets believed, and who gets written off.
Fast‑paced, atmospheric, and deeply unsettling, Nothing Left Behind is a standout thriller that blends emotional depth with razor‑sharp suspense. I raced through it.
with thanks to Hannah Brennan, the publisher and netgalley for the ARC
Anne Evans is such a tragic, compelling figure. Branded a nuisance caller, she spent years begging emergency services to believe her, only for her final call to be the one no one took seriously. The opening is stark and devastating, and it sets the tone for a story that digs into fear, isolation, and the consequences of being ignored.
DCI Liz Field is a strong anchor for the investigation—steady, empathetic, and quietly determined. As her team sifts through the ashes of Anne’s home, the case becomes more disturbing with every discovery. The arson isn’t just targeted; it’s tailored to Anne’s deepest terror, and that detail adds a chilling psychological edge to the procedural pace.
What I loved most is how the novel balances its crime‑thriller tension with a thoughtful exploration of vulnerability and perception. Anne’s reputation, her loneliness, the way people dismissed her—it all feeds into a narrative that feels painfully believable. The more Liz uncovers, the more the story forces you to question who gets believed, and who gets written off.
Fast‑paced, atmospheric, and deeply unsettling, Nothing Left Behind is a standout thriller that blends emotional depth with razor‑sharp suspense. I raced through it.
with thanks to Hannah Brennan, the publisher and netgalley for the ARC
February 8, 2026
Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC of Nothing Left Behind by Hannah Brennan
This was a tense and engaging police procedural that held my attention throughout. DI Liz Field is once again at the centre of a complex case; Brennan layers buried secrets, hidden tensions and credible suspects into an investigation that feels grounded and real. When a serial emergency services calls again to say she is going to be the victim of arson, it’s hard for the police not to sigh and roll their eyes. Only this time it’s for real, with a terrible outcome. And why has the victim done her best to leave them clues to the crime.
Liz herself is a strong and relatable character, determined, thoughtful and emotionally grounded. The story has momentum and depth. The pacing is measured but effective, letting the atmospheric tension build as clues and red herrings unfold without ever feeling overly complicated.
The audiobook narration adds an extra layer to the experience. The performer enhances the emotional undercurrent of the story and making it easy to stay immersed, even during quieter, more reflective moments.
The combination of strong character work, an absorbing mystery and thoughtful themes makes this a very solid four star read. I’d happily recommend it to fans of character-driven crime and quality audio production.
This was a tense and engaging police procedural that held my attention throughout. DI Liz Field is once again at the centre of a complex case; Brennan layers buried secrets, hidden tensions and credible suspects into an investigation that feels grounded and real. When a serial emergency services calls again to say she is going to be the victim of arson, it’s hard for the police not to sigh and roll their eyes. Only this time it’s for real, with a terrible outcome. And why has the victim done her best to leave them clues to the crime.
Liz herself is a strong and relatable character, determined, thoughtful and emotionally grounded. The story has momentum and depth. The pacing is measured but effective, letting the atmospheric tension build as clues and red herrings unfold without ever feeling overly complicated.
The audiobook narration adds an extra layer to the experience. The performer enhances the emotional undercurrent of the story and making it easy to stay immersed, even during quieter, more reflective moments.
The combination of strong character work, an absorbing mystery and thoughtful themes makes this a very solid four star read. I’d happily recommend it to fans of character-driven crime and quality audio production.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
DCI Liz Field is called to the scene of a fire with a victim trapped inside a house that’s falling down. The homeowner is known to the police for making hundreds of false alarm calls. She thought the danger was real, but no one ever saw a sign of anyone watching or threatening her. Was she right all this time, or is it just a coincidence? As Liz and her team investigate, they uncover ties to another case and a backstory of the homeowner that leaves them with more questions. Will they get to the truth before the next person is silenced?
The story sounded good in theory, but for some reason, I had to keep pushing myself to continue reading. It just didn’t have that easy flow to draw me in and keep me invested. The book is also a follow-up to another story that I haven’t read, but I don’t think you need to read that one to enjoy this one. There are some good reveals throughout the book, but nothing shocking or unexpected. The perpetrator is suspected from the start, so I was hoping it would turn out to be someone unexpected and not obvious, but it was a letdown because that wasn’t the case. I don’t know, I just couldn’t connect with this one.
My thanks to NetGalley and Avon Books UK for the free advanced reading copy of this book.
The story sounded good in theory, but for some reason, I had to keep pushing myself to continue reading. It just didn’t have that easy flow to draw me in and keep me invested. The book is also a follow-up to another story that I haven’t read, but I don’t think you need to read that one to enjoy this one. There are some good reveals throughout the book, but nothing shocking or unexpected. The perpetrator is suspected from the start, so I was hoping it would turn out to be someone unexpected and not obvious, but it was a letdown because that wasn’t the case. I don’t know, I just couldn’t connect with this one.
My thanks to NetGalley and Avon Books UK for the free advanced reading copy of this book.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
I did not realize this was the second book in a series, but kept thinking throughout the entire audiobook, “Man, this would make a great series.” The book gods have shone their favor down on me. Well, partially. We need this series to be released in the U.S.
This procedural will keep you on the edge of your seat the entire time. It starts out with a bang and never really lets up till the end of the novel.
Added to the great procedural mystery, there is a sadness to the novel. The victim, Anne Evans, is lonely, paranoid woman. And through the audiobook, family relationships become a focus of the story (not necessarily the book).
Rachel Atkins is the narrator and does a fabulous job. She adds so much to this novel. Read the book and then enjoy the audiobook.
If you are in the UK, enjoy. Just know that your brothers and sisters across the pond are desperately awaiting this novel, and book 1 in the series.
I received this ARC from NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an unbiased review.
This procedural will keep you on the edge of your seat the entire time. It starts out with a bang and never really lets up till the end of the novel.
Added to the great procedural mystery, there is a sadness to the novel. The victim, Anne Evans, is lonely, paranoid woman. And through the audiobook, family relationships become a focus of the story (not necessarily the book).
Rachel Atkins is the narrator and does a fabulous job. She adds so much to this novel. Read the book and then enjoy the audiobook.
If you are in the UK, enjoy. Just know that your brothers and sisters across the pond are desperately awaiting this novel, and book 1 in the series.
I received this ARC from NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an unbiased review.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
I received a copy of this novel from the publisher via NetGalley.
Field investigates the death of a woman in a house fire. This woman, Anna, has been a nuisance caller for years, repeatedly dialling 999 claiming 'he' has found her and is going to burn her alive. Her colleague is investigating the murder of a woman who campaigned for and ran food banks. Gradually it becomes clear that the cases are linked.
I like Field and this was well-plotted and a bit different - Anne for example was an interesting character, and there were some well placed twists. On the other hand, at times there was a little too much detail about police and fire service procedures. The chapters were also very short and some (for example some of the recording transcripts) were so short as to be entirely pointless in terms of filling out characterization and moving the plot along. I think this book could have been shorter, but overall it was a good read.
Field investigates the death of a woman in a house fire. This woman, Anna, has been a nuisance caller for years, repeatedly dialling 999 claiming 'he' has found her and is going to burn her alive. Her colleague is investigating the murder of a woman who campaigned for and ran food banks. Gradually it becomes clear that the cases are linked.
I like Field and this was well-plotted and a bit different - Anne for example was an interesting character, and there were some well placed twists. On the other hand, at times there was a little too much detail about police and fire service procedures. The chapters were also very short and some (for example some of the recording transcripts) were so short as to be entirely pointless in terms of filling out characterization and moving the plot along. I think this book could have been shorter, but overall it was a good read.
February 15, 2026
Nothing Left Behind is a gripping story filled with plenty of twists and turns that kept me guessing right until the end. The plot moves at a steady pace, with new surprises woven throughout, making it hard to stop listening.
One of the highlights of the book is the main detective. She is a strong, determined woman who leads the investigation with confidence and intelligence. I really appreciated how capable and resilient she is. At the same time, the story allows us to see her sensitive side toward the end, which adds depth to her character and makes her feel more real and relatable.
I listened to the audiobook version, and the narrator was engaging and expressive.
Thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins UK audio for letting me review this audio ARC in exchange for an honest review
One of the highlights of the book is the main detective. She is a strong, determined woman who leads the investigation with confidence and intelligence. I really appreciated how capable and resilient she is. At the same time, the story allows us to see her sensitive side toward the end, which adds depth to her character and makes her feel more real and relatable.
I listened to the audiobook version, and the narrator was engaging and expressive.
Thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins UK audio for letting me review this audio ARC in exchange for an honest review
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
4.5 rounded up. Police crime thriller audiobook. Nicely presented. I hadn’t listened/read book 1, but this did not distract from this exciting stand-alone book.
Exciting from the off, with a nice set of relatable characters in the Police who are dealing with a fire and murder.
Enough characters and reveals to keep the reader interested and guessing, and an exciting ending.
After listening to book 2, I think this series is going to become a new favourite of mine.
Thank you to Harper Collins Audio and NetGalley for the audio ARC.
Exciting from the off, with a nice set of relatable characters in the Police who are dealing with a fire and murder.
Enough characters and reveals to keep the reader interested and guessing, and an exciting ending.
After listening to book 2, I think this series is going to become a new favourite of mine.
Thank you to Harper Collins Audio and NetGalley for the audio ARC.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
This is the second outing for DCI Liz Field. The metrics and storyline provide a taut narrative, with a sprinkling of clues about the puzzling fire and the apparent unconnected death of another person working for a charity.
The scene setting and description provide the reader with a sense of empathy, along with a puzzle about why the fire was set. Each of the main characters pulls their weight and has their own secrets, which Liz has to unravel throughout the book.
Another great read from Hannah, and I look forward to reading the next outing for DCI Liz Field.
The scene setting and description provide the reader with a sense of empathy, along with a puzzle about why the fire was set. Each of the main characters pulls their weight and has their own secrets, which Liz has to unravel throughout the book.
Another great read from Hannah, and I look forward to reading the next outing for DCI Liz Field.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
I don't remember much about the first book (I never do), other than I enjoyed it
I enjoyed this one too.
It had me guessing all the way through, if the strands were connected, and if so how.
There's a real sense of how human these characters are, their feelings shine through.
The key players are all very relatable,
Their empathy for the victims.
A twisty case that had me guessing to the end.
It's a series I hope we see a lot more of.
Thanks to netgalley for the free digital copy.
I enjoyed this one too.
It had me guessing all the way through, if the strands were connected, and if so how.
There's a real sense of how human these characters are, their feelings shine through.
The key players are all very relatable,
Their empathy for the victims.
A twisty case that had me guessing to the end.
It's a series I hope we see a lot more of.
Thanks to netgalley for the free digital copy.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
This series is just getting better and better
First I adore Liz I love how real she is she’s one of my all time favourite book detectives
This was definitely twisty i actually thought I had it figured out but I was wrong. I love how professional. The crime is investigated it feels so much more real.
It’s so well thought out and executed perfectly.
I completely enjoyed it
First I adore Liz I love how real she is she’s one of my all time favourite book detectives
This was definitely twisty i actually thought I had it figured out but I was wrong. I love how professional. The crime is investigated it feels so much more real.
It’s so well thought out and executed perfectly.
I completely enjoyed it
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Listened to the audio book over 2 days and if I didn’t have work I would have listened to it in one go I just needed to know what the full story was! I was kept guessing the whole way through. Would definitely recommend
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
A good police procedural and the first I've read by Hannah Brennan.
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