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Detective Kay Hunter #1-3
The Detective Kay Hunter Box Set Books 1-3
Books 1-3 in the bestselling Detective Kay Hunter series in one box set of edge of your seat crime thrillers!
Scared to Death
When the body of a snatched schoolgirl is found in an abandoned biosciences building, the case is first treated as a kidnapping gone wrong.
But Detective Kay Hunter isn’t convinced, especially when a man is found dead with the ransom money still in his possession.
When a second schoolgirl is taken, Kay’s worst fears are realised.
With her career in jeopardy and desperate to conceal a disturbing secret, Kay’s hunt for the killer becomes a race against time before he claims another life.
For the killer, the game has only just begun…
Will to Live
When a packed commuter train runs over a body on a stretch of track known to locals as ‘Suicide Mile’, it soon transpires that the man was a victim of a calculated murder.
As the investigation evolves and a pattern of murders is uncovered, Detective Sergeant Kay Hunter realises the railway’s recent reputation may be the work of a brutal serial killer.
With a backlog of cold cases to investigate and attempting to uncover who is behind a professional vendetta against her, Kay must keep one step ahead of both the killer and her own adversaries.
When a second murder takes place within a week of the first, she realises the killer’s timetable has changed, and she’s running out of time to stop him…
One to Watch
Sophie Whittaker shared a terrifying secret. Hours later, she was dead.
Detective Kay Hunter and her colleagues are shocked by the vicious murder of a teenage girl at a private party in the Kentish countryside. A tangled web of dark secrets is exposed as twisted motives point to a history of greed and corruption within the tight-knit community.
Confronted by a growing number of suspects and her own enemies who are waging a vendetta against her, Kay makes a shocking discovery that will make her question her trust in everyone she knows.
One to Watch is a gripping murder mystery thriller, and the third in the Detective Kay Hunter series.
Scared to Death
When the body of a snatched schoolgirl is found in an abandoned biosciences building, the case is first treated as a kidnapping gone wrong.
But Detective Kay Hunter isn’t convinced, especially when a man is found dead with the ransom money still in his possession.
When a second schoolgirl is taken, Kay’s worst fears are realised.
With her career in jeopardy and desperate to conceal a disturbing secret, Kay’s hunt for the killer becomes a race against time before he claims another life.
For the killer, the game has only just begun…
Will to Live
When a packed commuter train runs over a body on a stretch of track known to locals as ‘Suicide Mile’, it soon transpires that the man was a victim of a calculated murder.
As the investigation evolves and a pattern of murders is uncovered, Detective Sergeant Kay Hunter realises the railway’s recent reputation may be the work of a brutal serial killer.
With a backlog of cold cases to investigate and attempting to uncover who is behind a professional vendetta against her, Kay must keep one step ahead of both the killer and her own adversaries.
When a second murder takes place within a week of the first, she realises the killer’s timetable has changed, and she’s running out of time to stop him…
One to Watch
Sophie Whittaker shared a terrifying secret. Hours later, she was dead.
Detective Kay Hunter and her colleagues are shocked by the vicious murder of a teenage girl at a private party in the Kentish countryside. A tangled web of dark secrets is exposed as twisted motives point to a history of greed and corruption within the tight-knit community.
Confronted by a growing number of suspects and her own enemies who are waging a vendetta against her, Kay makes a shocking discovery that will make her question her trust in everyone she knows.
One to Watch is a gripping murder mystery thriller, and the third in the Detective Kay Hunter series.
850 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 26, 2018
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About the author
Rachel Amphlett
206 books677 followersBefore turning to writing, USA Today bestselling crime author Rachel Amphlett played guitar in bands, worked as a TV and film extra, dabbled in radio, and worked in publishing as an editorial assistant.
She now wields a pen instead of a plectrum and writes crime fiction with over 30 crime novels and short stories featuring spies, detectives, vigilantes, and assassins.
A keen traveller and accidental private investigator, Rachel has both Australian and British citizenship.
You can find out more about Rachel and her books at www.rachelamphlett.com.
Praise for Rachel Amphlett
“Fast paced with vivid characterisation and clever twists, [None the Wiser] is another winner” Adrian McKinty
“[None the Wiser] is a terrific start to a new series” Jo Spain, With Our Blessing and The Confession
“Quirky, creepy and twisted tales” James Oswald, Sunday Times bestselling author
“Thrilling start to a new series. Scared to Death is a stylish, smart and gripping crime thriller” Robert Bryndza
"Scared to Death… moves along at breakneck speed with twists and turns" Angela Marsons
She now wields a pen instead of a plectrum and writes crime fiction with over 30 crime novels and short stories featuring spies, detectives, vigilantes, and assassins.
A keen traveller and accidental private investigator, Rachel has both Australian and British citizenship.
You can find out more about Rachel and her books at www.rachelamphlett.com.
Praise for Rachel Amphlett
“Fast paced with vivid characterisation and clever twists, [None the Wiser] is another winner” Adrian McKinty
“[None the Wiser] is a terrific start to a new series” Jo Spain, With Our Blessing and The Confession
“Quirky, creepy and twisted tales” James Oswald, Sunday Times bestselling author
“Thrilling start to a new series. Scared to Death is a stylish, smart and gripping crime thriller” Robert Bryndza
"Scared to Death… moves along at breakneck speed with twists and turns" Angela Marsons
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February 8, 2019
Failed to hold my interest.
January 10, 2019
SCARED TO DEATH
Parents were on a holiday, when a call saying they had their daughter, the ransom was paid, but daughter.was dead when they got there. Father collapsed and died on way to hospital. Ransom amount was low compared to wealth they had. Then finding out at school. Bullying was going on and no complaints filed, but how desperate would one go to stop it. Wondering who else Melanie was bullying and glad she wasn’t coming back. No one knew that. Ian’s had a daughter Emma and was now taken, a daughter that had been stranger to him, since a divorce. This time the police are involved would it be in time. The plot flows with tension and the fear is realized . Of not knowing where she would be at. First I have read by her and was very pleased with how this was portrayed, the soft touch came with her and Adam.
WILL TO LIVE
Walking her dog in a wooded area by her home, she turned to go home, he started tugging at the leash. She then heard a man voice ‘help me”. unable to get over the fence that guards the tracks. As police investigate, the man’s ankles had been tied. As they sift for clues.the men are unemployed, depressed and loners.The motive of the killer,,he didn’t believe the verdict, and decided to take matters into his own hands.
As for Kay, the pet at home is a very pregnant dog, with Adam being a vet, thought it best to watch her. She needs another glass of wine when her Mom calls, they will stop for dinner on their way home. Good characters, and one likes the individual work of team of what they are doing, then bringing it forward at the meetings. The plot keeps you to the end.,
ONE TO WATCH
A lavish engagement party and intended teenage girl is murdered What follows for Detective Kay and the team, is a twisted trail, of so many things.
How could a young girl be involved, and agree to a marriage when only sixteen. A social position, a house needed repair, the church that was having this special ceremony, the list goes on. It will keep you to the end , trying to figure out who to blame. Many were involved, but who was the killer. Good three book set, that will keep you to the end figuring it out.
Parents were on a holiday, when a call saying they had their daughter, the ransom was paid, but daughter.was dead when they got there. Father collapsed and died on way to hospital. Ransom amount was low compared to wealth they had. Then finding out at school. Bullying was going on and no complaints filed, but how desperate would one go to stop it. Wondering who else Melanie was bullying and glad she wasn’t coming back. No one knew that. Ian’s had a daughter Emma and was now taken, a daughter that had been stranger to him, since a divorce. This time the police are involved would it be in time. The plot flows with tension and the fear is realized . Of not knowing where she would be at. First I have read by her and was very pleased with how this was portrayed, the soft touch came with her and Adam.
WILL TO LIVE
Walking her dog in a wooded area by her home, she turned to go home, he started tugging at the leash. She then heard a man voice ‘help me”. unable to get over the fence that guards the tracks. As police investigate, the man’s ankles had been tied. As they sift for clues.the men are unemployed, depressed and loners.The motive of the killer,,he didn’t believe the verdict, and decided to take matters into his own hands.
As for Kay, the pet at home is a very pregnant dog, with Adam being a vet, thought it best to watch her. She needs another glass of wine when her Mom calls, they will stop for dinner on their way home. Good characters, and one likes the individual work of team of what they are doing, then bringing it forward at the meetings. The plot keeps you to the end.,
ONE TO WATCH
A lavish engagement party and intended teenage girl is murdered What follows for Detective Kay and the team, is a twisted trail, of so many things.
How could a young girl be involved, and agree to a marriage when only sixteen. A social position, a house needed repair, the church that was having this special ceremony, the list goes on. It will keep you to the end , trying to figure out who to blame. Many were involved, but who was the killer. Good three book set, that will keep you to the end figuring it out.
February 25, 2019
Best detective story
These books have all the requirements for a great who-done-it. I like the fact that the key character, Kay, is a mid-level Detective Sargent. Great tie in to her family life and believable back story. The cases are detailed and there are great plot twists to keep you guessing right up to the end.
Great stories, and now on to the next book in the series.
These books have all the requirements for a great who-done-it. I like the fact that the key character, Kay, is a mid-level Detective Sargent. Great tie in to her family life and believable back story. The cases are detailed and there are great plot twists to keep you guessing right up to the end.
Great stories, and now on to the next book in the series.
January 20, 2019
Kay Hunter Box Set Books 1-3
The personalities in these stories were believable, the incidents were described graphically and realistically and the detectives' progress towards solutions illustrated how tiny details can radically impact the way a case develops.
Unlike many thrillers, these books did not include constant over-indulgence in bad language, nor was the unfolding of the case a non-stop set of cliff-hangers. The interaction between police personnel, support staff and the public was, for the most part, totally credible.
The personalities in these stories were believable, the incidents were described graphically and realistically and the detectives' progress towards solutions illustrated how tiny details can radically impact the way a case develops.
Unlike many thrillers, these books did not include constant over-indulgence in bad language, nor was the unfolding of the case a non-stop set of cliff-hangers. The interaction between police personnel, support staff and the public was, for the most part, totally credible.
January 19, 2019
Must read
These were my first books by Rachel Amphlett and I have thought enjoyed them. So much that I had to continue through the set. I found the pace right and twists and turns kept guessing on final outcome of each book. I also like the continuing theme running through them and look forward to the next one. I will also be looking at the other books she has written.
These were my first books by Rachel Amphlett and I have thought enjoyed them. So much that I had to continue through the set. I found the pace right and twists and turns kept guessing on final outcome of each book. I also like the continuing theme running through them and look forward to the next one. I will also be looking at the other books she has written.
January 20, 2019
Very happy to put down.
I really enjoyed these books. I found them to be well written and well paced. The plots were very intelligent, and the characters were engaging. The books kept me up reading way past my normal bed time. I am looking forward to continuing with this series and following on with the adventures of Kay Hunter.
I really enjoyed these books. I found them to be well written and well paced. The plots were very intelligent, and the characters were engaging. The books kept me up reading way past my normal bed time. I am looking forward to continuing with this series and following on with the adventures of Kay Hunter.
January 6, 2019
Very Well Written
I've read a few Rachel Amphlett books and I haven't found one I don't like. The Detective May Hunter boxset is a great binge-read. Just the type of book I really enjoy, each book leads to the next. Brilliant!
I've read a few Rachel Amphlett books and I haven't found one I don't like. The Detective May Hunter boxset is a great binge-read. Just the type of book I really enjoy, each book leads to the next. Brilliant!
January 13, 2019
Brilliant
I wanted something new to read and boy did I get that with this series of books.. Kay Hunter is a detective sergeant who is very good at her job. We have thread stories of violent deaths with several suspects. They keep you guessing right to the end. Whilst investigating these crimes Kay is also looking into who has it in for her. She's been reported for something she didn't do. Who has set her up? Who can she trust?
Rachel has strong characters in her books both make and female. I love her relationship with her partner. These books are a must read. I intend to read more.
I wanted something new to read and boy did I get that with this series of books.. Kay Hunter is a detective sergeant who is very good at her job. We have thread stories of violent deaths with several suspects. They keep you guessing right to the end. Whilst investigating these crimes Kay is also looking into who has it in for her. She's been reported for something she didn't do. Who has set her up? Who can she trust?
Rachel has strong characters in her books both make and female. I love her relationship with her partner. These books are a must read. I intend to read more.
June 17, 2019
Love her books
I’m determined not to binge read her books but once I start I can’t put them down. Multi layered with sub plots that are both long and short. Certainly not as gruesome as some authors but crime is crime and done by deranged and desperate. I like her main characters and the ones you love to hate you really hate. Now if I can only put off the next book for a while and make the the good feeling I get from these books last ...
I’m determined not to binge read her books but once I start I can’t put them down. Multi layered with sub plots that are both long and short. Certainly not as gruesome as some authors but crime is crime and done by deranged and desperate. I like her main characters and the ones you love to hate you really hate. Now if I can only put off the next book for a while and make the the good feeling I get from these books last ...
April 11, 2020
I thoroughly enjoyed the storylines and the underlying ongoing line in respect of Kay's "set-up ". The one area of the books I felt was a little disappointing was lack of local area knowledge - at times it was difficult to determine if I was reading a book set in the UK or America; as I personally enjoy reading a book that can relate to a local area and allow me to imagine more vividly the landscape.
January 3, 2021
WOW BRILLIANT READS.
WOW Such brilliant reads. I love the mixture of characters and the suspense that makes you wanting to keep reading. What a great idea putting the three books together, so easy to keep reading onto the next book. Kay Hunter has made me a big fan. I will now read them all. Still much to find out that keeps you turning the pages.
A big thank you to Rachel Amplett.
Highly recommended reads.
WOW Such brilliant reads. I love the mixture of characters and the suspense that makes you wanting to keep reading. What a great idea putting the three books together, so easy to keep reading onto the next book. Kay Hunter has made me a big fan. I will now read them all. Still much to find out that keeps you turning the pages.
A big thank you to Rachel Amplett.
Highly recommended reads.
July 14, 2020
Great Series
Really great series, featuring Kay Hunter.
The series had me enthralled from the very first page and had me binge reading until the thrilling end. Kay Hunter doesnt give up looking for justice, she has also just recently returned to her position after being suspended. Somebody close has set her up to take the fall for missing evidence. Highly recommend.
Really great series, featuring Kay Hunter.
The series had me enthralled from the very first page and had me binge reading until the thrilling end. Kay Hunter doesnt give up looking for justice, she has also just recently returned to her position after being suspended. Somebody close has set her up to take the fall for missing evidence. Highly recommend.
January 23, 2019
Great read
Fun to read especially since is set in England: Differences in law, police procedures, residential settings, and a sharp female detective. Love the ongoing mystery...spoiler alert!
Fun to read especially since is set in England: Differences in law, police procedures, residential settings, and a sharp female detective. Love the ongoing mystery...spoiler alert!
January 27, 2019
Good read
Really enjoyed reading the first three books in the Kay Hunter series. The characters were well drawn and the stories were fresh. I read several books a week and I would like to read more in this series.
Really enjoyed reading the first three books in the Kay Hunter series. The characters were well drawn and the stories were fresh. I read several books a week and I would like to read more in this series.
January 26, 2020
Well written series
I enjoyed reading this series, especially the third book. The ending was a surprise and unexpected. I do need to know who is trying to frame Kate - must be something about her that we don't know.
I enjoyed reading this series, especially the third book. The ending was a surprise and unexpected. I do need to know who is trying to frame Kate - must be something about her that we don't know.
March 30, 2020
Good but quite slow
There were parts amongst these three stories which were quite mundane and slow. Long periods of very little occuring, but overall satisfying without being exciting.
There were parts amongst these three stories which were quite mundane and slow. Long periods of very little occuring, but overall satisfying without being exciting.
January 11, 2019
Wonderful set of books.
I enjoyed the back and forth between everyone. The development of the characters keeps you thinking and you want to know what's next. On to the next one!
I enjoyed the back and forth between everyone. The development of the characters keeps you thinking and you want to know what's next. On to the next one!
January 20, 2019
Suspenseful.
O still want to know who framed and is out to get Kay. Guess I have to keep on reading...
O still want to know who framed and is out to get Kay. Guess I have to keep on reading...
January 28, 2019
For anyone who enjoys crime with a personal thread running through a series this is great. Managed to read all 7 of these on my hols!
February 1, 2019
Kay Hunter
. Kay Hunter is a force to be reckoned with, love her character kept me up half the night couldn't put it down. Brilliant books scary and well plotted loved them
. Kay Hunter is a force to be reckoned with, love her character kept me up half the night couldn't put it down. Brilliant books scary and well plotted loved them
February 12, 2019
Gripping
I really enjoyed these books. Looking forward to starting the next one.. Easy to read and struggle to put them down. Can really relate to the characters
I really enjoyed these books. Looking forward to starting the next one.. Easy to read and struggle to put them down. Can really relate to the characters
February 14, 2019
Can't wait to read more, excellent stories and characters. Hooked from beginning to end
February 16, 2019
Great book
Look forward 2 next book need 2 see who took the eviedence just love the husband bringing home the snake
Look forward 2 next book need 2 see who took the eviedence just love the husband bringing home the snake
March 1, 2019
Loved these three books! Am anxiously awaiting number 4 in the series. So nice to discover a previously unknown(to me) author!
March 10, 2019
Gripping and cannot wait to read 4 5 6 etc! Was on holiday when l finished no 3 but could not download 4 so have had to wait till l got hone
April 3, 2019
Unforgetable
Wonderful books. Need to be read in order, full of twists and turns. Can't wait for the next books out
Wonderful books. Need to be read in order, full of twists and turns. Can't wait for the next books out
July 15, 2019
compelling read
i always looked forward to opportunities to pick up where i left off. and i still want to know what was going on with DC Hunter.
i always looked forward to opportunities to pick up where i left off. and i still want to know what was going on with DC Hunter.
November 21, 2019
Engrossing Read!
Catches you from the first page and pulls you in! You don't want to put it down. I will be reading more!
Catches you from the first page and pulls you in! You don't want to put it down. I will be reading more!
September 12, 2020
first time reading her books love them
April 2, 2022
Well written. Realistic characters. Hard to set aside.
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