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DI Kayli Bright #3
Hidden Agenda
An hour after accepting a lift home from work, Sarah Abel is found murdered in her flat. With very few clues at the scene, it’s up to DI Kayli Bright and her team to decide if this is a case of a bungled burglary or if Sarah is part of someone else's hidden agenda. While sifting through the list of suspects, Kayli worries her personal turmoil threatens to derail the investigation.
With her stress levels at their highest and overwhelmed by her concern for her missing fiancé, Kayli makes a decision that shocks her team and her family.
A decision that not only jeopardises her job but also puts her own life in mortal danger.
With her stress levels at their highest and overwhelmed by her concern for her missing fiancé, Kayli makes a decision that shocks her team and her family.
A decision that not only jeopardises her job but also puts her own life in mortal danger.
172 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 1, 2018
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About the author
M.A. Comley
176 books815 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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February 28, 2018
Wow, what an emotional ride this story takes you on! You are scared, then happy, sad then amazed as we are taken through DI Kayli Bright's life! An emotional ending of this trilogy as DI Kayli tries to find a murderer while worrying about her husband in another country. She is given choices to make that would get the best of most of us, but Kayli keeps going through tears and triumphs.
What an excellent thriller trilogy..One you must read if you like awesome characters and scenes that change so quickly that you must pay attention or you will be left behind!
I love reading this author's stories, as they have wonderful characters doing things we do or see ourselves daily. I received an ARC of this book from the author, who I thank as I could continue this wonderful story and give my thoughts to you!!
What an excellent thriller trilogy..One you must read if you like awesome characters and scenes that change so quickly that you must pay attention or you will be left behind!
I love reading this author's stories, as they have wonderful characters doing things we do or see ourselves daily. I received an ARC of this book from the author, who I thank as I could continue this wonderful story and give my thoughts to you!!
January 17, 2020
The third book in this trilogy, with 5 books! The first half is the usual detective story, abeit a fairly thin story. The second half is about a rescue trip to Afghanistan for her husband. This seemed a little bit rushed and far fetched at times.
Overall this was a quick read, that may not be quite up to the author's usual standard, but I have read a lot worse. It passed a few hours.
Overall this was a quick read, that may not be quite up to the author's usual standard, but I have read a lot worse. It passed a few hours.
March 3, 2018
3.5 Stars
Sarah Abel is angry, frustrated. She loves her job, but there's one man who touches her almost everytime he sees her. She finally presented her problem to her supervisor and hopefully that will take care of that. With her car in the shop, another co-worker offers to take her home. He drops her off and leaves. An hour later she is dead.
DI Bright and her team are called to investigate. They talk to friends, family, co-workers. No one has anything bad to say about her. Her ex-boyfriend is the prime suspect, but he has an alibi.
Bright only hopes that problems in her personal life are not affecting her professional one. Her mind keep wandering and as the case drags on, she wonders if she has missed something important.
Although third in this trilogy, I highly recommend starting with the first one. I have read several of this author's books and found them well written and credible. However, this one was not up to par as with the others. The first half of the book is the crime, how they investigate, and solving the who-dun-it.
The second part of the story has Bright going to a war torn country looking for her boyfriend. I don't particularly like war stories to begin with, and this one seemed a little rushed, a little manic, with little credibility.
Will this stop my from reading future books by this author? Heck, No! She's a terrific writer and story-teller.
Many thanks to the author for the digital copy of this crime fiction. Opinions expressed here are unbiased and entirely my own.
Sarah Abel is angry, frustrated. She loves her job, but there's one man who touches her almost everytime he sees her. She finally presented her problem to her supervisor and hopefully that will take care of that. With her car in the shop, another co-worker offers to take her home. He drops her off and leaves. An hour later she is dead.
DI Bright and her team are called to investigate. They talk to friends, family, co-workers. No one has anything bad to say about her. Her ex-boyfriend is the prime suspect, but he has an alibi.
Bright only hopes that problems in her personal life are not affecting her professional one. Her mind keep wandering and as the case drags on, she wonders if she has missed something important.
Although third in this trilogy, I highly recommend starting with the first one. I have read several of this author's books and found them well written and credible. However, this one was not up to par as with the others. The first half of the book is the crime, how they investigate, and solving the who-dun-it.
The second part of the story has Bright going to a war torn country looking for her boyfriend. I don't particularly like war stories to begin with, and this one seemed a little rushed, a little manic, with little credibility.
Will this stop my from reading future books by this author? Heck, No! She's a terrific writer and story-teller.
Many thanks to the author for the digital copy of this crime fiction. Opinions expressed here are unbiased and entirely my own.
February 28, 2018
Hidden Agenda is the third book in the DI Kayli Bright trilogy. I think to get full enjoyment of the books you are best reading them in order. You definitely need to know what happens in the book before this to get the full background of what is going on in Kayli’s personal life.
The author takes us right into the thick of things with poor unsuspecting Sarah being brutally murdered. It sets the pace off brilliantly as yet again I was struggling to put this book down.
The tension that builds in this book was at times agonising. I wanted to know who the killer was as well as if Mark would return back safe and well. My heart was in my mouth so many times that I was literally sat at the edge of my seat as I couldn’t relax until I knew what the outcome was.
Hidden Agenda was just the perfect ending to this trilogy. It had everything I hoped for and more. The author really knows how to keep her readers filled with anticipation and gets the adrenaline flowing with some hair raising moments. Loved it!
My thanks to the author for an advanced readers copy of this book. All opinions are my own and not biased in anyway.
The author takes us right into the thick of things with poor unsuspecting Sarah being brutally murdered. It sets the pace off brilliantly as yet again I was struggling to put this book down.
The tension that builds in this book was at times agonising. I wanted to know who the killer was as well as if Mark would return back safe and well. My heart was in my mouth so many times that I was literally sat at the edge of my seat as I couldn’t relax until I knew what the outcome was.
Hidden Agenda was just the perfect ending to this trilogy. It had everything I hoped for and more. The author really knows how to keep her readers filled with anticipation and gets the adrenaline flowing with some hair raising moments. Loved it!
My thanks to the author for an advanced readers copy of this book. All opinions are my own and not biased in anyway.
March 23, 2018
Wow! Well I wasn’t expecting that!! I have been really enjoying this new series from Mel Comley and after the shocking cliffhanger at the end of book two, Killer on the Run, I couldn’t wait to see what Kayli did next. But even I could not have predicted what actually happened here!
Be warned that there is a rather upsetting murder at the beginning of Hidden Agenda-this has definitely been one of this authors harder hitting series! Kayli is called in to investigate when Sarah Abel is murdered after coming home from work one night. The police think they have their man at a very early stage but have they may a major mistake? Kayli and her partner Dave are a great team and if anyone can solve the case it’s them. I have thoroughly enjoyed their connection throughout these books and would absolutely love to see more of them.
As before, Kayli and her personal life are as big a part of the plot as the crimes she investigates! Her relationship with her fiance Mark was struggling due to his job working as a security expert abroad and it was the continuation of this storyline that gave me the most shocks here! And I’m saying no more than that!
This has been a dark and gritty series featuring a relatable and likeable protagonist and I was sorry to get to the end of this third book. M.A. Comley remains a form favourite “go to” author for a top notch crime thriller and Kayli is one of her most interesting and dependable character creations so far. An enjoyable afternoons read!
Be warned that there is a rather upsetting murder at the beginning of Hidden Agenda-this has definitely been one of this authors harder hitting series! Kayli is called in to investigate when Sarah Abel is murdered after coming home from work one night. The police think they have their man at a very early stage but have they may a major mistake? Kayli and her partner Dave are a great team and if anyone can solve the case it’s them. I have thoroughly enjoyed their connection throughout these books and would absolutely love to see more of them.
As before, Kayli and her personal life are as big a part of the plot as the crimes she investigates! Her relationship with her fiance Mark was struggling due to his job working as a security expert abroad and it was the continuation of this storyline that gave me the most shocks here! And I’m saying no more than that!
This has been a dark and gritty series featuring a relatable and likeable protagonist and I was sorry to get to the end of this third book. M.A. Comley remains a form favourite “go to” author for a top notch crime thriller and Kayli is one of her most interesting and dependable character creations so far. An enjoyable afternoons read!
June 16, 2018
After enjoying the first two books in this series, I was looking forward to reading this book very much. Just a little word of warning that the prologue is probably not best read before eating – no spoilers, but it’ll stay in your mind for a while after reading it!
Kayli, Dave and the rest of the team begin to investigate the murder of a young woman, but Kayli struggles to keep her mind on the job due to concerns about her boyfriend. This leads to her making a life changing decision, and one that leads the story in a different direction.
As with the first two books, Kayli’s strength of mind and determination shines through, but in the second half of the book I did wonder if she’d made the right decision, and if she and her brother would find the help they needed.
The plot moves along at full speed, full of action, and even in some very stressful situations there’s banter and light hearted moments. This is another great addition to the series and I now look forward to book 4.
Kayli, Dave and the rest of the team begin to investigate the murder of a young woman, but Kayli struggles to keep her mind on the job due to concerns about her boyfriend. This leads to her making a life changing decision, and one that leads the story in a different direction.
As with the first two books, Kayli’s strength of mind and determination shines through, but in the second half of the book I did wonder if she’d made the right decision, and if she and her brother would find the help they needed.
The plot moves along at full speed, full of action, and even in some very stressful situations there’s banter and light hearted moments. This is another great addition to the series and I now look forward to book 4.
February 8, 2018
Hidden agenda by mel comley.
Sarah Abel has a lift home from work. She is found by her flat mate dead in her bedroom. Di kayli Bright and her team are on the case. Will they find the murderer before he strikes again?
Omg. Mel has done it again. Where do she get her plots from? I just couldn't believe how quickly I read this. This is most defenetly a must read and I would highly recommend it. 5*. Would give more if I could.
Sarah Abel has a lift home from work. She is found by her flat mate dead in her bedroom. Di kayli Bright and her team are on the case. Will they find the murderer before he strikes again?
Omg. Mel has done it again. Where do she get her plots from? I just couldn't believe how quickly I read this. This is most defenetly a must read and I would highly recommend it. 5*. Would give more if I could.
February 11, 2018
Fab! Didn’t want it to end, but needed it to end, needed to see what happened, where they were, who, what, where!
Kayli is a character with attitude but feelings too.
I’m enjoying her workmates in the station too. So different in personalities that they’re a pleasure to read about.
The story splits into 2 ways and both involve Kayli. Her work story and her personal story. Both interesting storylines and now we need more!
Kayli is a character with attitude but feelings too.
I’m enjoying her workmates in the station too. So different in personalities that they’re a pleasure to read about.
The story splits into 2 ways and both involve Kayli. Her work story and her personal story. Both interesting storylines and now we need more!
February 16, 2018
Holy moly! After the shocking end to book 2 of the DI Kayli Bright trilogy, I thought my mouth couldn't drop open any further. Turns out I was wrong!
In Hidden Agenda, DI Bright and her team are trying to solve the murder of Sarah Abel, a girl seemingly liked by everyone, who ends up dead an hour after returning home from work. But even though Kayli goes about solving this case in her usual ballsy manner, her personal life is very much at the forefront of her mind.
But after solving the case, Kayli makes a life-changing decision. One, I have to say, I was yelling at her not to make. I mean, at first, I really couldn't understand how she could be so crazy, so reckless, so... selfish in a way. But then I paused and put myself in Kayli's shoes. Could I do the same? I'm not sure I can answer that question, but what I can say is that the end to this trilogy left me in awe of M.A. Comley's storytelling abilities.
If you like your crime thrillers fast-paced enough to leave you breathless, then check out this trilogy. You won't be disappointed.
In Hidden Agenda, DI Bright and her team are trying to solve the murder of Sarah Abel, a girl seemingly liked by everyone, who ends up dead an hour after returning home from work. But even though Kayli goes about solving this case in her usual ballsy manner, her personal life is very much at the forefront of her mind.
But after solving the case, Kayli makes a life-changing decision. One, I have to say, I was yelling at her not to make. I mean, at first, I really couldn't understand how she could be so crazy, so reckless, so... selfish in a way. But then I paused and put myself in Kayli's shoes. Could I do the same? I'm not sure I can answer that question, but what I can say is that the end to this trilogy left me in awe of M.A. Comley's storytelling abilities.
If you like your crime thrillers fast-paced enough to leave you breathless, then check out this trilogy. You won't be disappointed.
March 2, 2018
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I am a massive fan of this author's books and when I saw that her latest book Hidden Agenda was available I jumped at the change to get my hands on a copy and I read it the same day it arrived on my Kindle!
This book has the author's great writing style and I loved the plot - it is clear that a lot of research was done to make it so believable. The characters that I have come to love are all still working as hard as ever and I love the camaraderie in this one. I am not one for giving out spoilers so will just say that this certainly does justice to the cliff-hanger we are left with at the end of the second book - excellent! Kayli is one tough cookie!!
No hesitation in giving this one a massive 5 stars - It is a brilliant addition to the DI Kayli Bright series and very much looking forward to reading more about Kayli and her team!
I am a massive fan of this author's books and when I saw that her latest book Hidden Agenda was available I jumped at the change to get my hands on a copy and I read it the same day it arrived on my Kindle!
This book has the author's great writing style and I loved the plot - it is clear that a lot of research was done to make it so believable. The characters that I have come to love are all still working as hard as ever and I love the camaraderie in this one. I am not one for giving out spoilers so will just say that this certainly does justice to the cliff-hanger we are left with at the end of the second book - excellent! Kayli is one tough cookie!!
No hesitation in giving this one a massive 5 stars - It is a brilliant addition to the DI Kayli Bright series and very much looking forward to reading more about Kayli and her team!
February 1, 2018
Could not wait to read this book and certainly wasn't disappointed with the end of the trilogy. This book takes you through such a range of emotions but it's worth every bit of it. I have no idea where the author gets her ideas or inspirations from but I'm just so glad she does.
Could not recommend this series highly enough, absolutely fantastic reads. I hope we get to meet the characters again as Kayli Bright has a great team.
Could not recommend this series highly enough, absolutely fantastic reads. I hope we get to meet the characters again as Kayli Bright has a great team.
March 13, 2018
What a letdown!
I read book 1, thoroughly enjoyed. Read book 2 & was somewhat disappointed. Remarked about Bright tackling the Taliban intended as sarcasm.
Guess what? She went to Afghanistan & the character I admired in book 1, I despised by the time this garbage ended.
The final scenes were so ridiculous & farfetched, wherever the author's mind was, it wasn't concentrating on providing a satisfactory conclusion for the reader. Has anyone ever tried changing clothes in a pub toilet???
The remark by M A Conley about lonely hours writing books has obviously affected perspective & reality. I suggest more research, less flights of fantasy.
I have to ask, did the gown have a gold S on the chest!!!
I read book 1, thoroughly enjoyed. Read book 2 & was somewhat disappointed. Remarked about Bright tackling the Taliban intended as sarcasm.
Guess what? She went to Afghanistan & the character I admired in book 1, I despised by the time this garbage ended.
The final scenes were so ridiculous & farfetched, wherever the author's mind was, it wasn't concentrating on providing a satisfactory conclusion for the reader. Has anyone ever tried changing clothes in a pub toilet???
The remark by M A Conley about lonely hours writing books has obviously affected perspective & reality. I suggest more research, less flights of fantasy.
I have to ask, did the gown have a gold S on the chest!!!
February 16, 2018
The author M.A. Comley just seems to get better and better with each book she writes (if possible) and with book 3 in the DI Kayli Bright Trilogy she has certainly excelled, fantastic writing and an exciting storyline.
I love Kayli’s character (and name) as well as her team and have loved following her personal life, and in this book Kayli is on a mission to save a loved one.
Fantastic trilogy and all 3 are a must read, I just hope this is not the end to DI Kayli Bright and her team.
This incredibly hard working author seems to come up with amazing storylines like no other author I know of, much to her many fans delight..... keep them coming Mel Comley.
I love Kayli’s character (and name) as well as her team and have loved following her personal life, and in this book Kayli is on a mission to save a loved one.
Fantastic trilogy and all 3 are a must read, I just hope this is not the end to DI Kayli Bright and her team.
This incredibly hard working author seems to come up with amazing storylines like no other author I know of, much to her many fans delight..... keep them coming Mel Comley.
February 7, 2018
This is book three of a trilogy and, as such, you really don't need me to spell out the need to read books one and two first as that's kinda the point! Anyway, I'll take as read that you have done that as, if not, this review may contain spoilers so be warned...
Right, with her personal life still in tatters, Kayli is trying to carry on at work. Easier said than done but, fortunately, she has a really great team who have her back and then some, which proves crucial when they are tasked with investigating the rather nasty murder of Sarah, a young woman, found murdered in her flat. It appears she accepted a lift home from the radio station where she worked so Kayli starts her investigation there.
As the pieces start to fall into place at work, the pieces of Kayli's life continue to fall apart at home with no news forthcoming she is getting more and more exasperated. Not being in control and powerless are not feelings that sit well with her at all. But, as the final piece of Sarah's murder jigsaw drops into place, Kayli's brother receives some news that will have her making some really rather serious life or death decisions.
Phew... I say this a lot with this author's work but... what a ride. Oh my, how emotionally spent was I when I finished. Through the wringer and then some I can tell you!
Yes, I do have a few niggles about some police procedure aspects of this book but, you know what, when squared up against the rest of what this book offered and indeed delivered, I actually don't particularly care; it is after all fiction at the end of the day.
As always, characterisation is spot on, as is interaction, and the author's trademark banter. That all really goes without saying but I have! What did really impress me here though and is worth singing out about is the author putting a very strong, independent, control-freakish character in a place that is completely outside her comfort zone where she is beholden to others for instruction and indeed her life. How she copes with that was a really big emotional roller coaster for me to read.
So, we come to the end of the trilogy. But is it the end for Kayli? I really hope not although I think it's someone else's turn to get the attention of Ms Comley for a while as I miss all her characters when I don't hear from them for a while but, to say goodbye when we have only just met and get on so well, that'd just be sad. Even if she doesn't make her own series, maybe a cameo? Paired up with Lorne or Sally, or even with her overseas experience, teaming up with Alex in the Deception series. Failing that, a trilogy doesn't always have to only have three books...
Right, with her personal life still in tatters, Kayli is trying to carry on at work. Easier said than done but, fortunately, she has a really great team who have her back and then some, which proves crucial when they are tasked with investigating the rather nasty murder of Sarah, a young woman, found murdered in her flat. It appears she accepted a lift home from the radio station where she worked so Kayli starts her investigation there.
As the pieces start to fall into place at work, the pieces of Kayli's life continue to fall apart at home with no news forthcoming she is getting more and more exasperated. Not being in control and powerless are not feelings that sit well with her at all. But, as the final piece of Sarah's murder jigsaw drops into place, Kayli's brother receives some news that will have her making some really rather serious life or death decisions.
Phew... I say this a lot with this author's work but... what a ride. Oh my, how emotionally spent was I when I finished. Through the wringer and then some I can tell you!
Yes, I do have a few niggles about some police procedure aspects of this book but, you know what, when squared up against the rest of what this book offered and indeed delivered, I actually don't particularly care; it is after all fiction at the end of the day.
As always, characterisation is spot on, as is interaction, and the author's trademark banter. That all really goes without saying but I have! What did really impress me here though and is worth singing out about is the author putting a very strong, independent, control-freakish character in a place that is completely outside her comfort zone where she is beholden to others for instruction and indeed her life. How she copes with that was a really big emotional roller coaster for me to read.
So, we come to the end of the trilogy. But is it the end for Kayli? I really hope not although I think it's someone else's turn to get the attention of Ms Comley for a while as I miss all her characters when I don't hear from them for a while but, to say goodbye when we have only just met and get on so well, that'd just be sad. Even if she doesn't make her own series, maybe a cameo? Paired up with Lorne or Sally, or even with her overseas experience, teaming up with Alex in the Deception series. Failing that, a trilogy doesn't always have to only have three books...
February 7, 2018
Third in the series featuring DI Kayli Bright. This trilogy has been a revelation to me of this authors fabulous writing. A young woman is found murdered in her own home. Was it a random act or was it someone she knew.? DI Kayli Bright, her DS Dave Chaplin and the team investigate this murder. Great characters, sensitivity and humour are a really enjoyable aspect of the series
Kayli also has to contend with a very worrying issue in her personal life and is concerned it will interfere in her work. She makes a decision involving her personal life with the help of her brother, which takes her on a terrifying journey. A gripping read which had me on the edge of my seat.
Kayli also has to contend with a very worrying issue in her personal life and is concerned it will interfere in her work. She makes a decision involving her personal life with the help of her brother, which takes her on a terrifying journey. A gripping read which had me on the edge of my seat.
February 5, 2018
It's been a long time since I've been left totally speechless after finishing a book.!!
This is the third book in the trilogy & what a showstopper. I ran the full gamut of emotions with this one, from the unexpected murder of a young radio station assistant which was soon solved by DI Kayli Bright and her team but under such emotional pressure. To a complete about turn in another country with Kayli Bright determined to get her personal life back on track and having to learn to bite her tongue when she's under someone else's command. You do not want to miss this thought provoking book.
This is the third book in the trilogy & what a showstopper. I ran the full gamut of emotions with this one, from the unexpected murder of a young radio station assistant which was soon solved by DI Kayli Bright and her team but under such emotional pressure. To a complete about turn in another country with Kayli Bright determined to get her personal life back on track and having to learn to bite her tongue when she's under someone else's command. You do not want to miss this thought provoking book.
March 1, 2018
Wow wow wow.... Now what a brilliant book....I really enjoyed the first two in this series and I honestly thought they couldn't get any better. How wrong was I,i couldn't put it down and I cried a few times too.To me that's when you know you have a good book. I do hope there will be more is this very good series .....
February 28, 2018
This book was even better than the 2nd book . It was full of people that I remember from book 2 . Can’t say much about it as it will reveal it all . I got a arc book from Mel comley
March 18, 2020
Fantastic Triology and so glad to see that the story of Kayli Bright and her team carries on.
Each book had me on tenderhooks until the end. Well worth a read!
Each book had me on tenderhooks until the end. Well worth a read!
March 1, 2018
I love the Kayli Bright trilogy, one of this authors strongest points is always having brilliant believable characters.
March 6, 2018
This is the third book in the D.I. Kayli Bright series and I would recommend reading the previous two books before this one. For me, this series just gets better. The development of the main character is superb. She is no Superwoman, but she is pretty close. I love the way we see how she copes when overcome with emotional chaos. She is human! She doubts herself and relies on support from her team. She is not too proud to accept constructive feedback, especially from her close colleague Dave.
This book is really in two parts. The first part shows Kayli investigating a horrible murder. The second part involves her embroiled in a personal fight for her loved one. No more information as I don’t want to spoil the enjoyment for other readers. Superb writing and a fast paced plot. I wish I could give more stars!
This book is really in two parts. The first part shows Kayli investigating a horrible murder. The second part involves her embroiled in a personal fight for her loved one. No more information as I don’t want to spoil the enjoyment for other readers. Superb writing and a fast paced plot. I wish I could give more stars!
March 6, 2018
This is the third of a trilogy with DI Kayli Bright. I couldn’t wait to read this having read the other two very recently. We kick off with a murder (I’m not sure where the author finds her ideas but she never seems to run out of them) which Kayli and her crack team investigate even though Kayli’s thoughts are elsewhere with her captured fiancé.
The book moves at a cracking pace and before we know it we’re nearing the end, but not until we’ve experienced every emotion going.
I’ve loved this new series and can’t wait to read more of Kayli Bright in the future.
The book moves at a cracking pace and before we know it we’re nearing the end, but not until we’ve experienced every emotion going.
I’ve loved this new series and can’t wait to read more of Kayli Bright in the future.
February 8, 2018
Having read and enjoyed the first two instalments in the DI Kayli Bright series by Mel Comley, I couldn't wait to get my hands on the third and last one in the trilogy - Hidden Agenda, especially after the major cliffhanger we've been left with at the end of book 2 - Killer on the Run.
As in the first two, this book sees Kayli Bright and her partner Dave on the hunt for a vicious killer. A young woman is brutally murdered in her home, barely an hour after she had arrived from work. Who has committed this senseless, horrible deed? Why was the woman murdered? Kayli finds she needs to answer a lot more questions in order to identify and catch the killer, especially with numerous suspects that were close to the victim.
On the personal front, Kayli takes a sudden decision to tackle a major issue that has been affecting her life and work. She does something I wasn't really expecting. I can't say what, not to spoil the story for anyone. I'll only say that in this book Kayli seriously puts her life on the line showing to be much more ballsy than all her male counterparts put together.
Well, I think of the three books in the trilogy, this is my favourite. It is quite different from any of the books the author has written to date and so very exciting. You'll understand what I mean once you've read it. Being a trilogy, I recommend readers to go through the books in the correct order.
In this book, the author takes us on an action-packed, emotional, heart-pounding journey that has nothing to do with any of the others she's taken us on so far, showing that there is really no limit to her fertile imagination. She vividly describes scenes that made me imagine I was really there amidst the action.
'Hidden Agenda' is a cracking thriller that had me hooked from the terrifying prologue till the very end, through twists and turns and unwavering tension. As I was reading, I felt torn between wanting to reach the ending to find out how the story ends and not wanting the book (and the trilogy) to end as I was enjoying it so much. But eventually I ended up devouring the whole book in a couple of hours.
Well done to the author for another great heart-in-mouth book and I thank her for an ARC which I voluntarily accepted to read and review. Highly recommended!
As in the first two, this book sees Kayli Bright and her partner Dave on the hunt for a vicious killer. A young woman is brutally murdered in her home, barely an hour after she had arrived from work. Who has committed this senseless, horrible deed? Why was the woman murdered? Kayli finds she needs to answer a lot more questions in order to identify and catch the killer, especially with numerous suspects that were close to the victim.
On the personal front, Kayli takes a sudden decision to tackle a major issue that has been affecting her life and work. She does something I wasn't really expecting. I can't say what, not to spoil the story for anyone. I'll only say that in this book Kayli seriously puts her life on the line showing to be much more ballsy than all her male counterparts put together.
Well, I think of the three books in the trilogy, this is my favourite. It is quite different from any of the books the author has written to date and so very exciting. You'll understand what I mean once you've read it. Being a trilogy, I recommend readers to go through the books in the correct order.
In this book, the author takes us on an action-packed, emotional, heart-pounding journey that has nothing to do with any of the others she's taken us on so far, showing that there is really no limit to her fertile imagination. She vividly describes scenes that made me imagine I was really there amidst the action.
'Hidden Agenda' is a cracking thriller that had me hooked from the terrifying prologue till the very end, through twists and turns and unwavering tension. As I was reading, I felt torn between wanting to reach the ending to find out how the story ends and not wanting the book (and the trilogy) to end as I was enjoying it so much. But eventually I ended up devouring the whole book in a couple of hours.
Well done to the author for another great heart-in-mouth book and I thank her for an ARC which I voluntarily accepted to read and review. Highly recommended!
March 4, 2018
What a rollercoaster ride that was... I was covering my eyes, my mouth and holding my breath during so
many parts of Hidden Agenda. Wow.
Hidden Agenda is book 3 in the D.I Kayli Bright trilogy, I would definitely recommend reading the others before this and you will be pleased I recommended this as the first two are absolutely amazing anyway.
I’m a huge fan of Mel Comley’s books but this is my favourite!! (I say this after every book though) she is just getting better and better, I don’t think there is anything that this super talented woman can not write amazingly well. I can’t believe how good this trilogy has been, Mel just exceeds expectations all of the time, just as I think her books can’t get any better she goes and tops it yet again!!
The surprises just keep on coming in Hidden Agenda, The twists, turns and breath holding moments are right up to the last few sentences!! The suspense Mel very skilfully creates just sets that bar in a league of it’s own.
With Kayli’s fiancé Mark being held in a foreign country, will she be able to keep a professional head on and make the right decisions during the murder investigation that she’s just found herself leading.
Will her superior and colleagues notice how much her personal life is effecting her overall and feel the need to take some of the load of her?
I promise this is definitely worth a read, you will not regret it!!
many parts of Hidden Agenda. Wow.
Hidden Agenda is book 3 in the D.I Kayli Bright trilogy, I would definitely recommend reading the others before this and you will be pleased I recommended this as the first two are absolutely amazing anyway.
I’m a huge fan of Mel Comley’s books but this is my favourite!! (I say this after every book though) she is just getting better and better, I don’t think there is anything that this super talented woman can not write amazingly well. I can’t believe how good this trilogy has been, Mel just exceeds expectations all of the time, just as I think her books can’t get any better she goes and tops it yet again!!
The surprises just keep on coming in Hidden Agenda, The twists, turns and breath holding moments are right up to the last few sentences!! The suspense Mel very skilfully creates just sets that bar in a league of it’s own.
With Kayli’s fiancé Mark being held in a foreign country, will she be able to keep a professional head on and make the right decisions during the murder investigation that she’s just found herself leading.
Will her superior and colleagues notice how much her personal life is effecting her overall and feel the need to take some of the load of her?
I promise this is definitely worth a read, you will not regret it!!
June 8, 2020
DI Kayli Bright a woman who fights for her man, risking life and limb.
Hidden Agenda is a pretty good read, I'm American so some of the British English was different, thank goodness I watch British TV. This book kept me on my toes worrying about the killer and her fiance. No spoilers here, just a great keep you wondering type of vibe, I like books like this. This is 3rd in the series and I plan on reading until the series end. M. A. Comley is talented in their own right. Has a way to make you wanna just jump into the book and help her amazing team. I recommend this book to anyone who loves a keep you on your toe detective storyline, who loves a good cop story with all the evil cop stories in the news it doesn't hurt to escape into fantasy and imagine all the police are good anti racists, and have good hearts. I also recommend for anyone who loves books where good takes down a bunch of idiot murderers, kidnappers, child charmers, and just taking down some bad seeds.
Hidden Agenda is a pretty good read, I'm American so some of the British English was different, thank goodness I watch British TV. This book kept me on my toes worrying about the killer and her fiance. No spoilers here, just a great keep you wondering type of vibe, I like books like this. This is 3rd in the series and I plan on reading until the series end. M. A. Comley is talented in their own right. Has a way to make you wanna just jump into the book and help her amazing team. I recommend this book to anyone who loves a keep you on your toe detective storyline, who loves a good cop story with all the evil cop stories in the news it doesn't hurt to escape into fantasy and imagine all the police are good anti racists, and have good hearts. I also recommend for anyone who loves books where good takes down a bunch of idiot murderers, kidnappers, child charmers, and just taking down some bad seeds.
March 1, 2018
Such a strong and emotional book in the Kayli Bright series. It takes over from book 2 and its cliffhanger of an ending.
In this book it's the most emotional of the three as you see Kayli put through her paces not just as a police officer but as a human being.
She is embroiled in a bitter fight to save her fiance and being him home so that they can spend their lives together in marriage.
This book you see the same old Kayli but also you see her work through her own problems that she has as well as trying to solve a case.
This book was a pleasure to read as it was so well written. This is what I have come to expect from MA Comley as she always writes with such passion andnm creativity as well as handling some of the most deplorable issues and handling them with tact.
I love this series and can't wait to see what will happen next to Kayli Brigh
In this book it's the most emotional of the three as you see Kayli put through her paces not just as a police officer but as a human being.
She is embroiled in a bitter fight to save her fiance and being him home so that they can spend their lives together in marriage.
This book you see the same old Kayli but also you see her work through her own problems that she has as well as trying to solve a case.
This book was a pleasure to read as it was so well written. This is what I have come to expect from MA Comley as she always writes with such passion andnm creativity as well as handling some of the most deplorable issues and handling them with tact.
I love this series and can't wait to see what will happen next to Kayli Brigh
March 6, 2018
Hidden Agenda
The third in Ms Comley’s DI Kayli Bright trilogy, hot dang you’re in for a treat and a half!
I have never been disappointed by one of Mel’s books and Hidden Agenda is no exception. I really don’t know how she does it but this author is like a sensational writing machine and I’m completely in awe.
Hidden Agenda took me on a roller coaster of emotions and I loved every single page of it! I’m really hoping that Ms Comley carries this series on beyond the trilogy as I feel there’s a lot more to come from DI Kayli Bright. Five bright and shiny stars from purplebookstand!
The third in Ms Comley’s DI Kayli Bright trilogy, hot dang you’re in for a treat and a half!
I have never been disappointed by one of Mel’s books and Hidden Agenda is no exception. I really don’t know how she does it but this author is like a sensational writing machine and I’m completely in awe.
Hidden Agenda took me on a roller coaster of emotions and I loved every single page of it! I’m really hoping that Ms Comley carries this series on beyond the trilogy as I feel there’s a lot more to come from DI Kayli Bright. Five bright and shiny stars from purplebookstand!
March 7, 2018
This is the third book in this series, which improves with each one - IF that is possible. It has two separate stories within it: the search for a murderer and Kayli Bright's own personal dilemma.
I love the way M A Comley is able to keep me gripped with her books - I am in awe of her brilliant and mesmerising writing style. The tension in this book had me reading long into the night.
I cannot recommend the Kayli Bright trilogy highly enough - give them a go.
I love the way M A Comley is able to keep me gripped with her books - I am in awe of her brilliant and mesmerising writing style. The tension in this book had me reading long into the night.
I cannot recommend the Kayli Bright trilogy highly enough - give them a go.
March 13, 2018
Having read the first two books in the DI Kayli Bright trilogy and enjoyed them very much, I was greatly looking forward to Hidden Agenda. However, I have to say reluctantly that I was ultimately disappointed. The novel gets off to a fine start; the characters are interesting as always and the crime Kayli is faced with is satisfying. However, without wanting to give too much away, the story takes a new direction half way through.
August 3, 2020
I was enjoying this series and the book up to the point of the around page 120 when the case was closed. The remainder of the book I felt was a very unrealistic scenario and I left it unfinished. A bit disappointed. The book wasnt long and 80% was about the DI's personal situation and about a character I had no fondness for at all through the series. Book one was probably the best of the series for me.
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