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The Justice Series Books 1 & 2
The first two books in the bestselling Justice series now available as a box set.
Cruel Justice
The headless body of a wealthy widow is discovered decomposing in Chelling Forest. Then a second victim is found. Detective Inspector Lorne Simpkins and her partner, DS Pete Childs are assigned the case.
Before they can discover the identity of the killer they must make a connection between the two victims.
After a third murder, Lorne receives a grisly surprise. Clearly, a vicious serial killer is on a rampage...and Lorne has become the killer's fixation.
Lorne can't allow her failing marriage or her new boss--a man with whom she shares a sensuous secret--keep her from focusing on her job. She must catch the macabre murderer, or risk becoming the next victim.
And Impeding Justice
For eight long years, Detective Inspector Lorne Simpkins has tracked the vicious criminal known as The Unicorn. But the killer has frustrated MI6 at every turn and remained successful at Impeding Justice.
When Lorne is targeted in a trap that results in the death of her partner, the tragedy shakes her confidence to the core. Before she has time to recoup, her teenage daughter is kidnapped. More than Lorne's professional reputation rests on her bringing The Unicorn to justice.
Cruel Justice
The headless body of a wealthy widow is discovered decomposing in Chelling Forest. Then a second victim is found. Detective Inspector Lorne Simpkins and her partner, DS Pete Childs are assigned the case.
Before they can discover the identity of the killer they must make a connection between the two victims.
After a third murder, Lorne receives a grisly surprise. Clearly, a vicious serial killer is on a rampage...and Lorne has become the killer's fixation.
Lorne can't allow her failing marriage or her new boss--a man with whom she shares a sensuous secret--keep her from focusing on her job. She must catch the macabre murderer, or risk becoming the next victim.
And Impeding Justice
For eight long years, Detective Inspector Lorne Simpkins has tracked the vicious criminal known as The Unicorn. But the killer has frustrated MI6 at every turn and remained successful at Impeding Justice.
When Lorne is targeted in a trap that results in the death of her partner, the tragedy shakes her confidence to the core. Before she has time to recoup, her teenage daughter is kidnapped. More than Lorne's professional reputation rests on her bringing The Unicorn to justice.
562 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 10, 2017
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About the author
M.A. Comley
176 books816 followersNew York Times, USA Today, Amazon Top 20 bestselling author, iBooks top 5 bestselling and #2 bestselling author on Barnes and Noble. Over one million copies sold world wide. I am a British author who moved to France in 2002, and that's when I turned my hobby into a career.
When I'm not writing crime novels I'm either reading them or going on long walks with my rescue Labrador, Dex.
I hope you enjoy reading my books, especially the Justice series, Cruel Justice, Impeding Justice, Final Justice, Foul Justice, Guaranteed Justice, Ultimate Justice, Virtual Justice, Hostile Justice, Tortured Justice, Rough Justice, Dubious Justice, Calculated Justice, Twisted Justice, Prime Justice. There are several novellas and short stories in the series too.
My other successful series are: The DI Sally Parker thriller series, which includes WRONG PLACE, NO HIDING PLACE and COLD CASE
The Hero series, TORN APART, END RESULT, IN PLAIN SIGHT and DOUBLE JEOPARDY(published by Bloodhound Books)
I have three books in the Intention series, Sole Intention, Grave Intention and Devious Intention.
I've also written a couple of standalone novels - EVIL IN DISGUISE and FOREVER WATCHING YOU.
As well as co-authoring The Caller with Tara Lyons.
And Clever Deception, Tragic Deception and Sinful Deception co-authored by fellow NY Times bestselling author Linda S Prather.
If you'd like to keep up to date with new releases you can find me on Facebook by following this link http://smarturl.it/sps7jh or sign up for my newsletter http://www.hyperurl.co/su1xnt
If you fancy a lighter read, why not try one of my romances: A Time to Heal, and A Time for Change--Based on a TRUE story. I also have a selection of short stories and novelettes available which I know you'll enjoy.
You can find out more about me at the following blogs.
http://melcomley.blogspot.com
http://melcomleyromances.blogspot.com
When I'm not writing crime novels I'm either reading them or going on long walks with my rescue Labrador, Dex.
I hope you enjoy reading my books, especially the Justice series, Cruel Justice, Impeding Justice, Final Justice, Foul Justice, Guaranteed Justice, Ultimate Justice, Virtual Justice, Hostile Justice, Tortured Justice, Rough Justice, Dubious Justice, Calculated Justice, Twisted Justice, Prime Justice. There are several novellas and short stories in the series too.
My other successful series are: The DI Sally Parker thriller series, which includes WRONG PLACE, NO HIDING PLACE and COLD CASE
The Hero series, TORN APART, END RESULT, IN PLAIN SIGHT and DOUBLE JEOPARDY(published by Bloodhound Books)
I have three books in the Intention series, Sole Intention, Grave Intention and Devious Intention.
I've also written a couple of standalone novels - EVIL IN DISGUISE and FOREVER WATCHING YOU.
As well as co-authoring The Caller with Tara Lyons.
And Clever Deception, Tragic Deception and Sinful Deception co-authored by fellow NY Times bestselling author Linda S Prather.
If you'd like to keep up to date with new releases you can find me on Facebook by following this link http://smarturl.it/sps7jh or sign up for my newsletter http://www.hyperurl.co/su1xnt
If you fancy a lighter read, why not try one of my romances: A Time to Heal, and A Time for Change--Based on a TRUE story. I also have a selection of short stories and novelettes available which I know you'll enjoy.
You can find out more about me at the following blogs.
http://melcomley.blogspot.com
http://melcomleyromances.blogspot.com
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December 23, 2017
I adored the first two books in this series which can be found in this double box set - the series is brilliantly written with some fantastic characters - I have reviewed the books individually too but can honestly say these are most definately two I would very highly recommend!
September 23, 2017
I enjoyed the pace of the stories of the first two books in this series. Nice range of characters although most people I liked never made it to the end of book two! Found the central goody & baddy a little bit over the top. Lorne, the female detective, was a bit too focused on her work and able to emotionally detach from her family unnervingly quickly. The Unicorn felt a bit overplayed and reminded me of a Bond villain. I will be reading more of the series.
April 16, 2019
Cruel Justice Impeding Justice
8/30/2007, He called her vile names, & then the bar caved in her skull.
A saw was close by & he finished severing her neck from body.
9/30/2007, Chelling Forest. DS Pete Childs (partner) had called DI Lorne Simpkins & informed him a body had been discovered.
Dr. Jacques Arnaud (40+, Pathologist) was examining the female corpse.
DI Simpkins interviewed the 2 teens: Todd Altman 19, & Zoe that found the body.
DI Simpkins had to lie to DCI Chalmers about the bruises she had on her face.
DS Tracy Cox was added to the team to solve the gruesome murder.
DS John Fox, Molly Cornell (35), DS Childs (partner), & DI Simpkins were the other team members.
Belinda Greenaway (65, widow) informed everyone Sharron Fishland (widow, DFL bank cashier, Castleway) was missing.
Belinda’s body was found.
Doreen Nichols body was the found next.
Mr. Timmins (Branch mgr.) didn’t seem very concerned.
DS Childs, & DI Simpkins interviewed Doreen’s (sister).
The 3rd victim Kim Charlton was found face down on the wooden floor of a shed.
The owners of the property are Jim Wilkinson & Frank Gee (mate).
Both were being attended to by the EST.
Sandy Crayford (social worker), & Carol Lang (aka Madame Xsarina) were the next 2 victims.
Will the serial killings be stopped & someone brought to justice?
Impeding Justice
DI Lorne Simpkins listened to the chopper descending. Protection gunfire came from it.
DS Pete Childs (partner) had been shot.
DI Simpkins took cover.
The Unicorn (sadistic pedophile) had escaped again.
Dr. Jacques Arnaud was doing his best to comfort her.
DCI Sean Roberts & DI Simpkins had to let Superintendent Greenfall The Unicorn wanted $20-million in cash. We have 24 hrs. to deposit it on the roof of Great Ormond Street Hospital.
DS Fox (partner) & DI Simpkins went to visit with Sergei Abromovski (Russian businessman, Trelgo Oil, UNI 123).
Charlie (13, daughter/grand) had been kidnapped.
Sasha introduced herself to Charlie.
What happened to DC Laura Crane?
Will Charlie be found alive?
Will The Unicorn be caught & tried put away?
Warning: This book contains extremely graphic adult content, violence, or expletive language &/or uncensored sexually explicit material which is only suitable for mature readers. It may be offensive or have potential adverse psychological effects on the reader.
I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review. Only an honest one.
A very awesome book cover, great font & writing style. Wow a very well written crime thriller book. It was very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a great set of unique characters to keep track of. This could also make another great crime thriller movie, or better yet a mini TV series. A very easy rating of 5 stars.
Thank you for the free author; Jeamel Publishing Limited; Craftsman Founder; EBookStage; Amazon Digital Services LLC.; book
Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
8/30/2007, He called her vile names, & then the bar caved in her skull.
A saw was close by & he finished severing her neck from body.
9/30/2007, Chelling Forest. DS Pete Childs (partner) had called DI Lorne Simpkins & informed him a body had been discovered.
Dr. Jacques Arnaud (40+, Pathologist) was examining the female corpse.
DI Simpkins interviewed the 2 teens: Todd Altman 19, & Zoe that found the body.
DI Simpkins had to lie to DCI Chalmers about the bruises she had on her face.
DS Tracy Cox was added to the team to solve the gruesome murder.
DS John Fox, Molly Cornell (35), DS Childs (partner), & DI Simpkins were the other team members.
Belinda Greenaway (65, widow) informed everyone Sharron Fishland (widow, DFL bank cashier, Castleway) was missing.
Belinda’s body was found.
Doreen Nichols body was the found next.
Mr. Timmins (Branch mgr.) didn’t seem very concerned.
DS Childs, & DI Simpkins interviewed Doreen’s (sister).
The 3rd victim Kim Charlton was found face down on the wooden floor of a shed.
The owners of the property are Jim Wilkinson & Frank Gee (mate).
Both were being attended to by the EST.
Sandy Crayford (social worker), & Carol Lang (aka Madame Xsarina) were the next 2 victims.
Will the serial killings be stopped & someone brought to justice?
Impeding Justice
DI Lorne Simpkins listened to the chopper descending. Protection gunfire came from it.
DS Pete Childs (partner) had been shot.
DI Simpkins took cover.
The Unicorn (sadistic pedophile) had escaped again.
Dr. Jacques Arnaud was doing his best to comfort her.
DCI Sean Roberts & DI Simpkins had to let Superintendent Greenfall The Unicorn wanted $20-million in cash. We have 24 hrs. to deposit it on the roof of Great Ormond Street Hospital.
DS Fox (partner) & DI Simpkins went to visit with Sergei Abromovski (Russian businessman, Trelgo Oil, UNI 123).
Charlie (13, daughter/grand) had been kidnapped.
Sasha introduced herself to Charlie.
What happened to DC Laura Crane?
Will Charlie be found alive?
Will The Unicorn be caught & tried put away?
Warning: This book contains extremely graphic adult content, violence, or expletive language &/or uncensored sexually explicit material which is only suitable for mature readers. It may be offensive or have potential adverse psychological effects on the reader.
I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review. Only an honest one.
A very awesome book cover, great font & writing style. Wow a very well written crime thriller book. It was very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a great set of unique characters to keep track of. This could also make another great crime thriller movie, or better yet a mini TV series. A very easy rating of 5 stars.
Thank you for the free author; Jeamel Publishing Limited; Craftsman Founder; EBookStage; Amazon Digital Services LLC.; book
Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
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April 17, 2017I managed to read the first book just because when I start a book I like to finish it. How they made the woman in this book a lead inspector. She cares nothing for her husband and very little for her daughter. Everything her husband says about her is true. She is selfish, self centered and doesn't know what being a wife and mother even means. She lust after other men. A blind man could tell her partner is in love with her. Because he is heavy and not good looking she just strings him on. And then her and the French man. Someone needs to explain to her you don't have to have sex with a guy to be unfaithful. For heaven sakes she take the man to her and her husbands bed. The only time she shows any concern for her husband or child is in a life or death struggle. I couldn't even get through the second book. I did like the villians although she got totally out of character with the one in book two. All of a sudden he comes out in public after staying behind the secnes for years. The part with the van was totally ridicules. Well the whole book was. The child should thank her lucky stars she was borned before this woman became inspector or she would have murdered her before she was born llike she did the other child.
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June 21, 2017
Definitely fast-paced - the second takes place in just over 48 hours and manages to cover a lot in that timespan. I found it curious that the first book didn't have a clear setting. I thought it was in a provincial town somewhere around London but from the second book it seems it must be in London itself - certainly that book is.
Cruel Justice is a straightforwardish murder procedural, the second less so - with many twists and turns after a shocking (and I mean that - unexpected and disturbing, in fact) opening. Looking through the long list of other books by this author, who has several different series, it seems that in addition to further books there is at least one prequel novella and another that fits between the two - well worth seeking out!
Couple of additional comments - the events in Impeding justice are particularly well-timed (badly?) in view of the events in London in recent weeks - and is it really possible to use mobiles for meaningful conversation in helicopters? General viewing suggests otherwise...
Cruel Justice (2011)
Impeding Justice (2010)
Cruel Justice is a straightforwardish murder procedural, the second less so - with many twists and turns after a shocking (and I mean that - unexpected and disturbing, in fact) opening. Looking through the long list of other books by this author, who has several different series, it seems that in addition to further books there is at least one prequel novella and another that fits between the two - well worth seeking out!
Couple of additional comments - the events in Impeding justice are particularly well-timed (badly?) in view of the events in London in recent weeks - and is it really possible to use mobiles for meaningful conversation in helicopters? General viewing suggests otherwise...
Cruel Justice (2011)
Impeding Justice (2010)
April 7, 2017
Fortunately it was free.
Book 1 was probably worth a 2 star rating but as 2 was a minus 1 I gave the collection an aggregate of 1.
Book 1 was a plodding police procedural made worse by poor dialogue. The plot was let down by the far fetched ending.
Book 2 was simply awful. A ludicrous plot with a villain straight out of a comic book complete with a name that is worthy of a Batman character. The violence was gratuitous and the descriptive rape of underage children sickening.
My first and last foray into the world of Lorne Simpkin.
Book 1 was probably worth a 2 star rating but as 2 was a minus 1 I gave the collection an aggregate of 1.
Book 1 was a plodding police procedural made worse by poor dialogue. The plot was let down by the far fetched ending.
Book 2 was simply awful. A ludicrous plot with a villain straight out of a comic book complete with a name that is worthy of a Batman character. The violence was gratuitous and the descriptive rape of underage children sickening.
My first and last foray into the world of Lorne Simpkin.
April 29, 2017
not sure if I will continue in the series. I think the author has maybe gone overboard in trying to create the most horrific enemy. the enemy, the Unicorn, is completely evil, and you have no idea why.
Also, Lorne, the main character, isn't very likeable. She is married to her job and completely ignores her husband and teenage daughter and gets offended and angry when they actually want her to be with them sometimes.
Book 2 starts with a murder, and the numbers just keep racking up. In some ways, the plot was quite predictable: enemy stays one step ahead of the police.
Also, Lorne, the main character, isn't very likeable. She is married to her job and completely ignores her husband and teenage daughter and gets offended and angry when they actually want her to be with them sometimes.
Book 2 starts with a murder, and the numbers just keep racking up. In some ways, the plot was quite predictable: enemy stays one step ahead of the police.
March 18, 2017
I have to say I'm in a bit of shock after these two books especially the second one wow talk about spine tingling without being overly graphic mind you your imagination fills in the blanks anyway...Lol
Lorne still amazes me especially after book 2 how the hell she was still functioning by the end just shows what a strong woman she is and her daughter is so much like her .
I'm really hooked on this series now.
Lorne still amazes me especially after book 2 how the hell she was still functioning by the end just shows what a strong woman she is and her daughter is so much like her .
I'm really hooked on this series now.
October 11, 2019
Justice box set1&2
What great read . The stories had so many twist and turns to keep the reader wondering what was going to happen next.The pace of the book never slowed,keeping the reader so engrossed ,Wanting to find out what was going to happen next . A series well worth the time spent reading it as once started it was hard too put it down until the last word was read .
What great read . The stories had so many twist and turns to keep the reader wondering what was going to happen next.The pace of the book never slowed,keeping the reader so engrossed ,Wanting to find out what was going to happen next . A series well worth the time spent reading it as once started it was hard too put it down until the last word was read .
March 9, 2017
Heart stopping moments, intrigue, fear and wanton brutality.
This is a must read for all who like crime thrillers,
police procedures, touching with MI5 / 6.
Corruption, blackmail, evil walking hand in hand.
This is a must read for all who like crime thrillers,
police procedures, touching with MI5 / 6.
Corruption, blackmail, evil walking hand in hand.
March 14, 2017
Gruesome but excellent
Fast explosive things that you wouldn't think happen but do. What a page turner it makes you cry and you don't expect what happened to happen. Very touching and romantic at times but can be difficult at other times to read.
Fast explosive things that you wouldn't think happen but do. What a page turner it makes you cry and you don't expect what happened to happen. Very touching and romantic at times but can be difficult at other times to read.
March 26, 2017
What could be better than becomes no totally immersed in the hunt for a serial killer? Having DI Lorne Simpkins as the Star? Reliving the partnership with Pete? Yes, both those, plus it's a free download to introduce you to this series. Get it. Read it. Love it.
April 20, 2017
This book was wow and exciting and extremely action packed and with drama and it kept you wanting to read and not put the book down
When you thought you were closing in on the
Unicorn he would surprise you and get away.
When you thought you were closing in on the
Unicorn he would surprise you and get away.
April 29, 2017
Justice 1 & 2
Fast paced read..shows the terror the girls must have felt during their capture and torture.
Also author helped show that male dominance in the workplace is still going on!
Fast paced read..shows the terror the girls must have felt during their capture and torture.
Also author helped show that male dominance in the workplace is still going on!
May 13, 2017
Roller coaster ride to nowhere.
Both stories were fast paced and Gipping. Some of the details were a bit too graffic for me. Brilliant but lost stars due to the ending which wasn't really an ending but more of a cliff hanger.
Both stories were fast paced and Gipping. Some of the details were a bit too graffic for me. Brilliant but lost stars due to the ending which wasn't really an ending but more of a cliff hanger.
May 17, 2017
"Each to his own"
The story concerned a sick, depraved criminal mastermind, ex-SAS Bob Baldwin. This is far from an easy read, I'm not surprised it has a wide variation in views expressed online. I have rated it as OK, but only because there are no zero ratings.
The story concerned a sick, depraved criminal mastermind, ex-SAS Bob Baldwin. This is far from an easy read, I'm not surprised it has a wide variation in views expressed online. I have rated it as OK, but only because there are no zero ratings.
May 30, 2017
Found it fast paced but very graphic and maybe some of the violence was a bit unnecessary. got rather fed up with the obsessive workaholic detective and her dysfunctional husband. Will not stop me from reading the next book in the series.
August 28, 2017
I enjoyed reading the first two in this series. However, I was a little disappointed in the ending. I felt that it was moving on to more of the same thing. Obviously, I wont know that unless I read the next book! Perhaps my curiosity will get the better of me and I will carry on. We shall see.
September 16, 2017
Great read
Captivated in the first chapter! If you love strong female characters then these books are for you! Great stories and action packed! Will keep you up reading until you lose track of time!!
Captivated in the first chapter! If you love strong female characters then these books are for you! Great stories and action packed! Will keep you up reading until you lose track of time!!
September 30, 2018
Gritty police drama
Well written fast paced murder mystery. Central characters are well built up, flaws and all and endear themselves to yo u in both a good and bad way. Just a pity they change so quickly and you start all over again
Well written fast paced murder mystery. Central characters are well built up, flaws and all and endear themselves to yo u in both a good and bad way. Just a pity they change so quickly and you start all over again
December 30, 2017
Great UK drama
Be sure to read these in order. 1 &2 cast builds in order!!.. I enjoy trying to figure out who run it! In the last 10% of book2, I finally picked up the clue of the solution, but its my secret! You have. To read it!😇😆☺😊😀
Be sure to read these in order. 1 &2 cast builds in order!!.. I enjoy trying to figure out who run it! In the last 10% of book2, I finally picked up the clue of the solution, but its my secret! You have. To read it!😇😆☺😊😀
March 22, 2018
Wow wow wow .....I can t get enough of this amazing series by Mel Comley.... Totally outstanding with amazing assists and turns I love the characters and I know for a fact this series and author are very special that ill always read what she writes......
October 15, 2018
Mind bending suspense.
Lorne and her partner were called to a murder site where the victim was found headless and no one could find a reason or motive which made it difficult to figure until the next victim and the next have a connection.
Lorne and her partner were called to a murder site where the victim was found headless and no one could find a reason or motive which made it difficult to figure until the next victim and the next have a connection.
March 14, 2017
Must Read
Great book. All the twists and turns will keep you on the edge of your seat. Looking forward to next book in series.
Great book. All the twists and turns will keep you on the edge of your seat. Looking forward to next book in series.
April 1, 2017
Justice Box Set 1 + 2
If my father had not been a prisoner in WW 11 I may not have believed the rampant violence written here.
If my father had not been a prisoner in WW 11 I may not have believed the rampant violence written here.
April 14, 2017
Fast paced
Good plot. Wish the Inspector would cry less.
Very cruel Criminals and horrific tortures.
Need some stomach to handle them
Good plot. Wish the Inspector would cry less.
Very cruel Criminals and horrific tortures.
Need some stomach to handle them
April 17, 2017
great reading
A true page turner where you don't want to stop reading. Ready for Justice 3 and the feisty female detective
A true page turner where you don't want to stop reading. Ready for Justice 3 and the feisty female detective
May 18, 2017
Dark thriller
A riveting thrilling ride from the start. Graphic description and relentless timing make this an incredible read. A must read the next book.
A riveting thrilling ride from the start. Graphic description and relentless timing make this an incredible read. A must read the next book.
June 24, 2017
First book was better, more believable in both plot and character. Second book was unbelievable in both respects, and didn't seem to follow on from from the first.
July 17, 2017
Very good
This kept my interest. Looking forward to more stories by this author. Not happy, about what happened to Pete and Jacques. Why?
This kept my interest. Looking forward to more stories by this author. Not happy, about what happened to Pete and Jacques. Why?
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