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'Til Death
The page-turning debut from the pen of UK crime fiction writer SP Edwards.
Today is Anna Markham’s wedding day. But her body has just been found, dumped in the grounds of the very house in which she was supposed to tie the knot.
It’s down to DI Steven Marr – a man playing fast and loose with his own marriage – to find out who murdered her.
And there’s no telling how far the killer will go to protect themselves…
About the Author
Shaun Edwards has always had an interest in the darker side of human nature. As a result, he spent most of his late teens nicking UK crime thriller books from his mum's bookcase. Have devoured pretty much everything by Peter Robinson, Ian Rankin, John Harvey and John Connolly, he decided to start writing his own stuff.
Ten years later, he pulled his finger out and actually did it. 'Til Death is the combination of coffee, and a deep love for Banks, Rebus, Resnick, Thorne and Charlie Parker.
Besides writing and reading whodunnit mysteries, crime fiction and thrillers, Shaun’s other loves include noodling around on the guitar, going for long walks, eating too much pizza and laughing at pictures of pugs.
He lives with his partner and a really sneaky gerbil in deepest, darkest Suffolk, UK.
212 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 15, 2015
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September 24, 2016
"A missed opportunity"
A decent first police procedural mystery, which was spoilt by two elements for me. Too many typos; as many others have remarked upon and too much emphasis on the relationships of the police officers. Either go for the family drama genre or the crime thriller; otherwise you end up in no-man's land.
A decent first police procedural mystery, which was spoilt by two elements for me. Too many typos; as many others have remarked upon and too much emphasis on the relationships of the police officers. Either go for the family drama genre or the crime thriller; otherwise you end up in no-man's land.
June 1, 2024
2015. On the morning of her wedding day the body of Anna Markham is discovered, murdered. DI Steven Marr and his team investigate.
An entertaining modern mystery. A good start to this new series.
An entertaining modern mystery. A good start to this new series.
July 26, 2016
Good start to the book, was quite a page turner. Later I found the middle to have a bit of unnecessary filler in it whilst waiting to discover who the killer was. Had an underwhelming ending.
June 8, 2020
A young woman is murdered on the eve of her wedding? Who dunnit? The prospective groom? The jealous best friend? The fat friend who always loved her? Or someone else? DI Stephen Marr must find out. Unfortunately, he is also juggling an affair with a colleague, something that might destroy his marriage if not his career.
This predictable procedure is as dull as dishwater. I didn't care for any of the characters. They were one dimensional and not believable. The finale was just silly. The affair was just dumb. And it made no sense that Marr would name his child after a crazy adulteress.Not the best.
This predictable procedure is as dull as dishwater. I didn't care for any of the characters. They were one dimensional and not believable. The finale was just silly. The affair was just dumb. And it made no sense that Marr would name his child after a crazy adulteress.Not the best.
June 8, 2020
Sex, sex, and more sex. These people are so busy with their personal lives that it's a wonder this mystery got solved. It's not as bad as detailed porn, but just unpleasant for this reader. If you like clean suspense, don't bother with this book.
July 27, 2016
Why oh why oh why does somebody go to the trouble and take the time to write what seems to be a terrific story and then NOT have it edited or proofread ?? Why would you do that ? I fail to understand this phenomenon at all and yet see it again and again and again. It seems as if e-books (and their readers) are afforded no courtesy in the least and any old tripe will be put out there for us. It makes me so mad.
This author has true promise as well. I was enjoying the characters and the story but the mistakes are just way too distracting and all enjoyment was lost.
Here we go with a litany of disaster-it commences with "Caroline's is Anna's best friend", he persistently writes about Greg calling him the fiancee as opposed to fiance-got it wrong every time up to where I gave up at 15%, he randomly used capital letters for Death and He, lost a in "....been pretty comfortable achievement", writes just could instead of could just and finally, on the last page I chose to read we had THREE mistakes.....ex-girlfriend's in place of ex-girlfriends' and two fullstops missing at the end of sentences !!
I was totally baffled by Steven talking about Lizzie and his smoking. That passage made no sense and I read it back a few times and even out loud.....still made no sense.
Such a waste of his own time and mine. I really wanted to read it, too. If ever he bothers getting it properly edited I'll try it again. So why 2 stars and not 1 ? Because it really does hold promise, I reckon there's a gem hiding behind all these bloody errors....
This author has true promise as well. I was enjoying the characters and the story but the mistakes are just way too distracting and all enjoyment was lost.
Here we go with a litany of disaster-it commences with "Caroline's is Anna's best friend", he persistently writes about Greg calling him the fiancee as opposed to fiance-got it wrong every time up to where I gave up at 15%, he randomly used capital letters for Death and He, lost a in "....been pretty comfortable achievement", writes just could instead of could just and finally, on the last page I chose to read we had THREE mistakes.....ex-girlfriend's in place of ex-girlfriends' and two fullstops missing at the end of sentences !!
I was totally baffled by Steven talking about Lizzie and his smoking. That passage made no sense and I read it back a few times and even out loud.....still made no sense.
Such a waste of his own time and mine. I really wanted to read it, too. If ever he bothers getting it properly edited I'll try it again. So why 2 stars and not 1 ? Because it really does hold promise, I reckon there's a gem hiding behind all these bloody errors....
February 11, 2017
Glad I found a new author to read
So enjoyed this Detective Marr encounter solving murders. I found this character created by Mr Edwards down to earth and exciting at the same time. He got my emotions going with his family saga in the mix. Looking forward to reading other books by SJ Stevens. Great cc to add another good author to my bookshelf
So enjoyed this Detective Marr encounter solving murders. I found this character created by Mr Edwards down to earth and exciting at the same time. He got my emotions going with his family saga in the mix. Looking forward to reading other books by SJ Stevens. Great cc to add another good author to my bookshelf
May 21, 2017
The Kindle download I have read must be an updated one - it certainly has a chilling new cover. I have read other reviews saying that there were many typos, bad typesetting and the need of a good edit. I found none of those things needed in this edition and my review reflects as much.
This was a new author for me and the novel was such a captivating read that I put other books down to read it. A psychological crime mystery, it featured the initial investigation along with added back story concerning the personal relationships of the lead investigator, DI Marr. A stunning little half twist at the end ensured that I want to go on to read more of this author's series and I have added myself to his reader's list. An enjoyable, highly recommended read.
This was a new author for me and the novel was such a captivating read that I put other books down to read it. A psychological crime mystery, it featured the initial investigation along with added back story concerning the personal relationships of the lead investigator, DI Marr. A stunning little half twist at the end ensured that I want to go on to read more of this author's series and I have added myself to his reader's list. An enjoyable, highly recommended read.
February 10, 2019
Great expectations
I love crime fiction but usually read them out of order. As the first book of a series i had no preconceptions about the author or the main character as i would have with book series read out of order. For me personally though i didnt enjoy the book. Its an ok read but not interesting enough to make me want to search out other books in the series or by the author. Unfair you might think but book 1 in a series should grab your attention and make you excited to find out more about the main character and want to see how he handles the next big case. This didnt do that for me.
I love crime fiction but usually read them out of order. As the first book of a series i had no preconceptions about the author or the main character as i would have with book series read out of order. For me personally though i didnt enjoy the book. Its an ok read but not interesting enough to make me want to search out other books in the series or by the author. Unfair you might think but book 1 in a series should grab your attention and make you excited to find out more about the main character and want to see how he handles the next big case. This didnt do that for me.
May 8, 2020
Good mystery!
This was an engaging mystery. It had a good plot , and well developed characters. The one complaint I have to make though, is the overabundance of the f word in the story. I of course have heard the word before as I am sure most people have. But that doesn't mean that I agree with it being a big part of the characters' vocabularies in the book. I think other words would work as well to get the characters' thoughts across. I still recommend this book to other mystery readers.
This was an engaging mystery. It had a good plot , and well developed characters. The one complaint I have to make though, is the overabundance of the f word in the story. I of course have heard the word before as I am sure most people have. But that doesn't mean that I agree with it being a big part of the characters' vocabularies in the book. I think other words would work as well to get the characters' thoughts across. I still recommend this book to other mystery readers.
December 3, 2017
I was engaged with this story, mostly, but I found a couple of things most odd. Becky blabs to the wife about Marr’s affair but it’s ok with him and they happily work together the following day! I don’t think so! All the talk about how Greg really loved Anna while shagging her best friend for years. Seriously? With a little more sophistication and a good editor we may have the makings of a good series.
August 20, 2021
A nice easy read
Not an edge of your seat story, but nice enough. I found it very easy to understand and get to know the main
characters.
The story was ok, it didn't drag and had a nice balance between the character's work and private life.
I'll definitely read the next one in the series and if you're looking for something that isn't hard to follow, I'd recommend you reading it to.
Not an edge of your seat story, but nice enough. I found it very easy to understand and get to know the main
characters.
The story was ok, it didn't drag and had a nice balance between the character's work and private life.
I'll definitely read the next one in the series and if you're looking for something that isn't hard to follow, I'd recommend you reading it to.
March 9, 2017
Fantastic book
British detective at its best. A DI is having an affair with his colleague and is dealing of a case of a bride to be, murdered at her reception place. The fiance life parallels the DI with regards to his personal life. At the end of this book you can claim part 2 for free. Well written and gripping x
British detective at its best. A DI is having an affair with his colleague and is dealing of a case of a bride to be, murdered at her reception place. The fiance life parallels the DI with regards to his personal life. At the end of this book you can claim part 2 for free. Well written and gripping x
April 4, 2018
Love UK mysteries!!
This is a new author and a new DI. Glad to see there are more to read. I've got the second book already in my library. This had quite an unexpected ending. DI Marr was a very interesting and human character. The plot was tight and the pace was fast. Couldn't put it down.
This is a new author and a new DI. Glad to see there are more to read. I've got the second book already in my library. This had quite an unexpected ending. DI Marr was a very interesting and human character. The plot was tight and the pace was fast. Couldn't put it down.
February 3, 2017
Readable but no surprises.
Light reading with predictable ending. Characters have their flaws and are like many you find in a daytime soap but with added sex, violence and occasional expletive.
Light reading with predictable ending. Characters have their flaws and are like many you find in a daytime soap but with added sex, violence and occasional expletive.
April 28, 2020
Edwards made the characters real and you could feel the emotions they were all going through.
It was very believable how everyone interacted and had their own agendas. Carry on writing Mr Edwards you do a fine job
It was very believable how everyone interacted and had their own agendas. Carry on writing Mr Edwards you do a fine job
July 13, 2020
Interesting plot with twists
I enjoyed the mystery of this thriller, with aspects of the characters personalities being revealed slowly throughout the book and several twists & turns.
I enjoyed the mystery of this thriller, with aspects of the characters personalities being revealed slowly throughout the book and several twists & turns.
February 13, 2021
Good,gripping read
The twists and turns were really good. Not too many characters so as too get confused as to who was who.
But please, please don't use the "f" word so much. It was in every other sentence. I was really sick of it. Would have given 5 stars otherwise
The twists and turns were really good. Not too many characters so as too get confused as to who was who.
But please, please don't use the "f" word so much. It was in every other sentence. I was really sick of it. Would have given 5 stars otherwise
May 20, 2021
Til death
For as much as this was an easy read it took forever to finish
I felt author spent more time focussing on police characters than the actual murder.
I wouldn't be in a rush to read anymore
For as much as this was an easy read it took forever to finish
I felt author spent more time focussing on police characters than the actual murder.
I wouldn't be in a rush to read anymore
July 13, 2021
Reasonable British police story.
Generic police story, standard characters. Reasonable well written. Always disappointed when cups of coffee are described as "steaming". But worth reading.
Generic police story, standard characters. Reasonable well written. Always disappointed when cups of coffee are described as "steaming". But worth reading.
July 3, 2017
Good read
Good story from start to finish. Characters were well-written. I am looking forward to reading the next book in the series.
Good story from start to finish. Characters were well-written. I am looking forward to reading the next book in the series.
December 11, 2017
Mystery To The End
I really enjoy took I can't guess the killer. The story gave a lot of suspects
to consider. The back story was interesting a well.
I really enjoy took I can't guess the killer. The story gave a lot of suspects
to consider. The back story was interesting a well.
April 9, 2018
Awesome Read
Absolutely Loved this Book I'm so Glad there are lots more I. The Series to Read Can't Wait to start Number 2 :)
Absolutely Loved this Book I'm so Glad there are lots more I. The Series to Read Can't Wait to start Number 2 :)
June 26, 2018
Good Read
Intriguing and hard to put down. I found myself spending my work breaks and lunches reading this book. I’d recommend it to anyone.
Intriguing and hard to put down. I found myself spending my work breaks and lunches reading this book. I’d recommend it to anyone.
August 26, 2019
Very good - enjoyed it.
Read it in one day - surprise ending- interesting characters - looking forward to read more of his books in the future.
Read it in one day - surprise ending- interesting characters - looking forward to read more of his books in the future.
September 6, 2019
I liked this book and most of the characters in spite of their flaws. There is heartbreak, murder, betrayal. This is the first book I have read by this author, but it won't be the last.
April 11, 2020
Very enjoyable read. Will try the next one now.
May 25, 2022
Satisfying and engrossing
The characters seemed real, the story line was interesting and there was sufficient emotional content to draw the reader in. Enjoyable novel.
The characters seemed real, the story line was interesting and there was sufficient emotional content to draw the reader in. Enjoyable novel.
September 27, 2022
Great
Great read. Would highly recommend this book to anyone. Look forward to reading the next book by this author and have followed him.
Great read. Would highly recommend this book to anyone. Look forward to reading the next book by this author and have followed him.
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September 16, 2023Gripping story line
Exellant story held you wanted to keep reading jyst anmother page deffinatley enjiyed reading this book will certainly read annother from same authir
Exellant story held you wanted to keep reading jyst anmother page deffinatley enjiyed reading this book will certainly read annother from same authir
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