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Galway Homicide: Hays & Lyons #8
Murder on the Peninsula
Murder on the beach, kidnap on the moor. DI Maureen Lyons investigates.It is with a certain trepidation that the local garda approach a car stuck out on Ballyconneely Beach gradually becoming swamped by the rising tide. And the police’s worst fears are confirmed when they find it contains the body of a young woman.When the post-mortem indicates the death was the result of foul play, the girl’s family is interviewed and her room searched.After the discovery of a USB stick that appears to be evidence of corruption within the Council’s planning department, the investigation begins to centre on an architectural firm.Whether or not the killer is feeling the heat, another girl is abducted. The race is now on to track down the felon. But he actually seems to want the police to find him, as he taunts DI Maureen Lyons with information.Heading out on her own, desperate to find the missing girl, Lyons is in serious danger. But what is it about her past that has led her to be singled out in this way?And when she goes off the radar, how will her partner, Mick Hays, respond to her disappearance?MURDER ON THE PENINSULA is a cat-and-mouse thriller, full of mysterious twists. It’s certainly a page-turner that will keep you on the edge of your seat. This book is the eighth mystery featuring detectives Lyons and Hays, set on the west coast of Ireland. It will appeal to fans of crime fiction, and all readers who like a good book. The full list of all the books in the series is as MURDER ON THE OLD BOG ROAD2. MURDER AT THE OLD COTTAGE3. MURDER ON THE WEST COAST4. MURDER AT THE PONY SHOW5. MURDER ON PAY DAY6. MURDER IN THE AIR7. MURDER AT THE HOLIDAY HOME8. MURDER ON THE PENINSULA9. MURDER AT THE RACES10. MURDER IN A SAFE HAVEN11. MURDER IN AN IRISH BOG12. MURDER IN A SEASIDE TOWN13. MURDER BY THE HIDDEN BAY14. MURDER AT THE ARTS FESTIVAL15. MURDER AT THE CARAVANAll of these books are FREE with Kindle Unlimited and available in paperback.
205 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 4, 2019
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About the author
David Pearson
33 books119 followersOne of Ireland's most prolific crime writers, David has a total of 24 books published to date across four separate series.
The Galway Homicides - set in and around Clifden on the Wild Atlantic Way
The Dublin Homicides - a grittier set of 6 stories set in the capital of Ireland
The Wexford Homicides - introducing DI Vikki Kirkby
The Mayo Murders - a new series set in and around Westport in County Mayo featuring DI Martin O'Shea and DS Deirdre Maguire.
The Galway Homicides - set in and around Clifden on the Wild Atlantic Way
The Dublin Homicides - a grittier set of 6 stories set in the capital of Ireland
The Wexford Homicides - introducing DI Vikki Kirkby
The Mayo Murders - a new series set in and around Westport in County Mayo featuring DI Martin O'Shea and DS Deirdre Maguire.
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June 15, 2019
If I ever decide to be murdered I think I'll choose Ireland. There something quite civilised about these murders - something just a bit more 'gentle' - yes that's silly I know but David Pearsons straight forward writing style and the occasional Irish brogue make the murder and mayhem just a bit 'nicer'.
I whistled through this story in just a few hours and felt quite satisfied at the way it all wound up - though actually the detectives weren't quite as pleased as I was - hmmm - why - well you'd have to read it to find out.
Note to self - Must revisit Ireland very soon - second note to self - must take care not to get murdered.
I whistled through this story in just a few hours and felt quite satisfied at the way it all wound up - though actually the detectives weren't quite as pleased as I was - hmmm - why - well you'd have to read it to find out.
Note to self - Must revisit Ireland very soon - second note to self - must take care not to get murdered.
June 7, 2019
This is the eighth instalment of the Lyons and Hays series and this time DI Maureen Lyons finds herself in real peril. With one girl murdered and another missing, Lyons is determined to bring the killer to justice but at what cost?
Murder on the Peninsular is another fascinating story from David Pearson. Once again, Pearson weaves a tale that’s twisty and captivating. With the west coast of Ireland as a backdrop, this story really delivers on mystery and entertainment. Highly recommend!
Murder on the Peninsular is another fascinating story from David Pearson. Once again, Pearson weaves a tale that’s twisty and captivating. With the west coast of Ireland as a backdrop, this story really delivers on mystery and entertainment. Highly recommend!
June 16, 2019
A modern police procedural with a delightfully old-fashioned ambiance
I enjoyed this short but gripping police procedural set in the Irish countryside surrounding Galway. I read it as a stand-alone, without problems.
The atmosphere is dark and moody, which is appropriately autumnal for the peninsula area. This well-written mystery has the cozy feel of old-fashioned, British police procedurals, even with the presence of contemporary forensic sciences and technology—probably due to writing style, settings and characters.
I liked Garda Senior Inspector Maureen Lyons and her team members, who investigate a possible drowning or murder; an attempted murder, and the kidnapping of a tweeny. Whilst investigating murder, Inspector Lyons uncovers a case of insurance fraud and an architect who finagles the building of illegal, monster houses.
I docked a star, because Inspector Lyons pulls a TSTL move, knowing it’s stupid. Yes. It is a part of the storyline, and yes, it is author’s choice, but it’s also a cliché.
I enjoyed this short but gripping police procedural set in the Irish countryside surrounding Galway. I read it as a stand-alone, without problems.
The atmosphere is dark and moody, which is appropriately autumnal for the peninsula area. This well-written mystery has the cozy feel of old-fashioned, British police procedurals, even with the presence of contemporary forensic sciences and technology—probably due to writing style, settings and characters.
I liked Garda Senior Inspector Maureen Lyons and her team members, who investigate a possible drowning or murder; an attempted murder, and the kidnapping of a tweeny. Whilst investigating murder, Inspector Lyons uncovers a case of insurance fraud and an architect who finagles the building of illegal, monster houses.
I docked a star, because Inspector Lyons pulls a TSTL move, knowing it’s stupid. Yes. It is a part of the storyline, and yes, it is author’s choice, but it’s also a cliché.
June 6, 2019
Packed with Irish charm Murder on The Peninsula is an excellent read. The book follows several police officers as they attempt to uncover the reason why the body of a young woman was found in a car on the beach.
Pearson fills his book with tension. The stakes of the crime steadily increase. There is a real sense of danger and terror in the prose. The killer is one step ahead of Detective Lyons and it was very entertaining to see the myriad of ways that they avoid detection and capture.
Detective Lyons is a great character who is put at the heart of the story when she realises that the crimes are personal. There is someone after her, for something she did many years ago. I highly recommend finding out why.
Pearson fills his book with tension. The stakes of the crime steadily increase. There is a real sense of danger and terror in the prose. The killer is one step ahead of Detective Lyons and it was very entertaining to see the myriad of ways that they avoid detection and capture.
Detective Lyons is a great character who is put at the heart of the story when she realises that the crimes are personal. There is someone after her, for something she did many years ago. I highly recommend finding out why.
August 31, 2019
Enjoyable mystery
Loved these characters ! A vehicle is found on the beach with a dead female inside. Few clues . Slowly the clues do mount up. Then a schoolgirl is kidnapped . The garda work hard to find her, even calling in a police dog . Next the Inspector goes missing and the girl is returned in exchange . She is quite resilient , and escapes from where she has been chained up.
So on they go, seems to me that they are laid back, yet efficient . How did the killer know she escaped . That is something I missed . Good reading though .
Loved these characters ! A vehicle is found on the beach with a dead female inside. Few clues . Slowly the clues do mount up. Then a schoolgirl is kidnapped . The garda work hard to find her, even calling in a police dog . Next the Inspector goes missing and the girl is returned in exchange . She is quite resilient , and escapes from where she has been chained up.
So on they go, seems to me that they are laid back, yet efficient . How did the killer know she escaped . That is something I missed . Good reading though .
October 16, 2019
Just another one!
They’re all the same.....just missing a little bit of something that takes it from the ordinary.
I don’t like reading whole paragraphs of description that are verbatim of the same description in each of the previous books....describing various characters and their position in the Gardaì or police stations, it just gets tedious and boring.
It is also boring to have whole paragraphs of extraneous puff about lesser characters, that actually has no bearing on the story. It is distracting. Stick to the script!
They’re all the same.....just missing a little bit of something that takes it from the ordinary.
I don’t like reading whole paragraphs of description that are verbatim of the same description in each of the previous books....describing various characters and their position in the Gardaì or police stations, it just gets tedious and boring.
It is also boring to have whole paragraphs of extraneous puff about lesser characters, that actually has no bearing on the story. It is distracting. Stick to the script!
July 4, 2019
"Easy read"
The scenery is grand. The characters don't kick the stereotype into touch and the violence is toned down to the level of an afternoon movie. It was all too predictable for my taste. I lost count of the long-winded conversations that did nothing for the pace and urgency of the plot. On the other hand, if you like easy to read cozy mysteries that don't frighten the horses... then you'll love it.
The scenery is grand. The characters don't kick the stereotype into touch and the violence is toned down to the level of an afternoon movie. It was all too predictable for my taste. I lost count of the long-winded conversations that did nothing for the pace and urgency of the plot. On the other hand, if you like easy to read cozy mysteries that don't frighten the horses... then you'll love it.
March 13, 2020
Well worth read.
Seem to be popular storylines based in Ireland.This is the second e-book I have read in this series and find them an entertaining easy read.A lot of this type of title e-books based in various places and all seem good reads.The author D.Pearson of this series of storylines is well rated and I have read others of his that are not related to this series which I have found good reads.I recommend his thriller books.☺☺
Seem to be popular storylines based in Ireland.This is the second e-book I have read in this series and find them an entertaining easy read.A lot of this type of title e-books based in various places and all seem good reads.The author D.Pearson of this series of storylines is well rated and I have read others of his that are not related to this series which I have found good reads.I recommend his thriller books.☺☺
July 2, 2019
Great Read
Love these books probably because I'm familiar with the places mentioned in the story, having spent several family holidays around Galway. Makes it all the more realistic. Definitely recomnend a light hearted read nothing too bad to understand. Looking forward to the next one
Love these books probably because I'm familiar with the places mentioned in the story, having spent several family holidays around Galway. Makes it all the more realistic. Definitely recomnend a light hearted read nothing too bad to understand. Looking forward to the next one
August 16, 2019
Average read
The core concept was great but the story-telling wasn’t. Several unlikely events that made the story disappointing and amateurish. Ending (re yacht) was unnecessary and distracting. Introducing life partner halfway through book felt like an after thought that then turned into major focus.
The core concept was great but the story-telling wasn’t. Several unlikely events that made the story disappointing and amateurish. Ending (re yacht) was unnecessary and distracting. Introducing life partner halfway through book felt like an after thought that then turned into major focus.
November 13, 2019
In this novel the protagonist, Maureen, gets some bumps and bruises to say the least when she is kidnapped. I liked the drama between her and Hays and Plunkett. Their relationships deepen and the writing gets smoother, though I am still put off by the constant "telling" of each character when they call each other their names, which doesn't feel natural. Enjoyed the easy read.
July 2, 2019
Another great story
When I see one of David's books advertised I cannot wait to buy and read it,usually in one sitting. All the usual characters and a great story. When reading these books you feel that you know the characters personally. Please keep them coming.
When I see one of David's books advertised I cannot wait to buy and read it,usually in one sitting. All the usual characters and a great story. When reading these books you feel that you know the characters personally. Please keep them coming.
July 3, 2019
Murder on the peninsula
As ever this book like all of his other ones really held my interest .lots of twists and turns to the story to keep the suspicion going. Keep up the good writing and I will look forward to your next one
As ever this book like all of his other ones really held my interest .lots of twists and turns to the story to keep the suspicion going. Keep up the good writing and I will look forward to your next one
July 24, 2019
Engaging
Enjoyed this visit to the world of Maureen & Mick. An easy and enjoyable light read. All hail Brutus - great to see role of the police dog recognised. Off to read the first 7 books now!
Enjoyed this visit to the world of Maureen & Mick. An easy and enjoyable light read. All hail Brutus - great to see role of the police dog recognised. Off to read the first 7 books now!
March 23, 2020
This is a police procedural with great characters, a believable plot and a well planned resolution. Once I started reading I didn't want to put it down I finished it in an afternoon and immediately bought the rest of the series'
June 17, 2019
murder on the peninsula
a really interesting book. maureen is looking for a killer and ends up being kidnapped. this is a great series.
a really interesting book. maureen is looking for a killer and ends up being kidnapped. this is a great series.
June 19, 2019
I like this series but there is a bit of a muchness about them which can detract. They are certainly more action than depth; no sub-text messages.
July 2, 2019
A quick entertaining, murder mystery read.
July 14, 2019
Murder on the penninsula
A great holiday read giving an insight into the workings of the Irish police . Basically the same vas everywhere else but on their own terms
A great holiday read giving an insight into the workings of the Irish police . Basically the same vas everywhere else but on their own terms
July 18, 2019
Excellent read
This book was highly entertaining! Down with a cold it was a GREAT one day read, introducing me to the author's style and characters.
This book was highly entertaining! Down with a cold it was a GREAT one day read, introducing me to the author's style and characters.
July 18, 2019
Out For Payback
I like the characters and the setting that have Lyons and Hays busy locating and arresting the guilty party. Kidnapping, murder and robbery are part of his crimes.
I like the characters and the setting that have Lyons and Hays busy locating and arresting the guilty party. Kidnapping, murder and robbery are part of his crimes.
July 19, 2019
Cosy murder
Lovely characters nothing g too horrible happening. Nicely Irish too. I want to read them all! Well done David Pearson.
Lovely characters nothing g too horrible happening. Nicely Irish too. I want to read them all! Well done David Pearson.
August 10, 2019
Another great mystery
Love this series of mysteries with recurring characters. Looking forward to the next book. Love the descriptions of the countryside.
Love this series of mysteries with recurring characters. Looking forward to the next book. Love the descriptions of the countryside.
August 11, 2019
Reads like it would work for a tv episode. Good Irish scenery, thin on character, basic plotting. Nothing to make me want more.
August 12, 2019
Easy read
This was an easy read. A couple of twists in the mystery. Sometimes too descriptive (like exactly what was on a salad). But still enjoyable.
This was an easy read. A couple of twists in the mystery. Sometimes too descriptive (like exactly what was on a salad). But still enjoyable.
September 14, 2019
Stilted
I found this book very hard to read. The writing was stilted and wooden, the characters lacked depth and it was all very cliche
I found this book very hard to read. The writing was stilted and wooden, the characters lacked depth and it was all very cliche
December 23, 2019
3.5 stars. A quick read.
January 5, 2020
Great reading
Another good read about a wilful chief inspector whose luck holds again to get herself out of trouble that she gets herself in
Another good read about a wilful chief inspector whose luck holds again to get herself out of trouble that she gets herself in
January 31, 2020
Currently not reading this series in order, but it doesn’t appear to be a problem. Love the setting, characters and the very readable, engaging plot.
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