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Detective George Beaumont #1
The Miss Murderer
A deranged serial killer is targeting teachers. A young, ambitious detective must find the killer before it’s too late.
When a young woman is brutally attacked on her way home from work, DI George Beaumont and his team must work to uncover who killed her and why.
Soon, the killer strikes again, earning themselves the title the ‘Miss Murderer’ from the press. And soon the Homicide and Major Enquiry Team find themselves involved in a pile of similar cold case files.
The pressure is on for the young, ambitious DI. The answer must lie in the killer’s past; a past that shaped their future, a past where the consequences of their actions catch up with them.
Set within the suburbs of metropolitan Leeds, West Yorkshire, this fast-paced British detective novel is a thrilling murder mystery that will keep you guessing until the final shocking twist is revealed at the very end.
When a young woman is brutally attacked on her way home from work, DI George Beaumont and his team must work to uncover who killed her and why.
Soon, the killer strikes again, earning themselves the title the ‘Miss Murderer’ from the press. And soon the Homicide and Major Enquiry Team find themselves involved in a pile of similar cold case files.
The pressure is on for the young, ambitious DI. The answer must lie in the killer’s past; a past that shaped their future, a past where the consequences of their actions catch up with them.
Set within the suburbs of metropolitan Leeds, West Yorkshire, this fast-paced British detective novel is a thrilling murder mystery that will keep you guessing until the final shocking twist is revealed at the very end.
312 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 2, 2022
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September 29, 2022
2.5 stars
Nothing wrong with the storyline, the idea was good and kept you guessing, but I found the excessive salivating over female colleagues really off putting. Also there was too much detail or repetition in places which slowed the narrative down. I’m sure this kind of thing will be ironed out in future books.
Nothing wrong with the storyline, the idea was good and kept you guessing, but I found the excessive salivating over female colleagues really off putting. Also there was too much detail or repetition in places which slowed the narrative down. I’m sure this kind of thing will be ironed out in future books.
January 19, 2023
A good storyline but I felt could have been so much more. Some good proof reading was required as there were a fair amount of inconsistencies that I found irritating, especially as initially they made me go back through the book thinking I’d missed something.
Although being a fan of the genre, the rape descriptions I found gratuitous and the somewhat cringeworthy references to bouncing breasts, conflower blue eyes and blond hair a bit generalised and stereotypical. Made me roll my eyes. I’d Sussed the plot early on in the book but I did finish it. Being a Leeds lass and coppers daughter, it was interesting to recognise the settings. Middleton Woods has never been a place to walk in the dark on your own !
I will try this author again a bit further along the series as I think he will get much better, this was his first.
Although being a fan of the genre, the rape descriptions I found gratuitous and the somewhat cringeworthy references to bouncing breasts, conflower blue eyes and blond hair a bit generalised and stereotypical. Made me roll my eyes. I’d Sussed the plot early on in the book but I did finish it. Being a Leeds lass and coppers daughter, it was interesting to recognise the settings. Middleton Woods has never been a place to walk in the dark on your own !
I will try this author again a bit further along the series as I think he will get much better, this was his first.
November 13, 2022
I couldn't finish this book unfortunately. The descriptions are too much. Too many very specific references to the local area in Leeds (a small reference would allow those who know the area to know what was being described but there are too many street names and specific Starbucks within a shopping centre for example).
Some descriptions felt personal to the author and not from the character itself if that makes sense.
The book needs to have had some proof reading before being published.
The plot could have kept me reading but the prose was repetitive and misogynistic
Some descriptions felt personal to the author and not from the character itself if that makes sense.
The book needs to have had some proof reading before being published.
The plot could have kept me reading but the prose was repetitive and misogynistic
April 18, 2022
Wow ! What an amazing book. Introduced us to a set of new character's from the police force, all of which I soon developed empathy for. The main characters all live and work in and around Leeds which is where I am from, and it makes a refreshing change to see the story coming from this part of the UK.
The action moves along at a pace and it is definitely a book that is hard to put down, you just want to find out what they are going to do next, to solve the rather gruesome crime. As in most crime drama's the solution doesn't come straight away, and you can feel the frustration of the detectives as they try desperately to catch this "perp" before any other crimes are committed. George, the main detective also has an interesting back story that is also part of the action. This book is surely destined to become a future TV crime drama!
I look forward to reading more George Beaumont thrillers in the future.
The action moves along at a pace and it is definitely a book that is hard to put down, you just want to find out what they are going to do next, to solve the rather gruesome crime. As in most crime drama's the solution doesn't come straight away, and you can feel the frustration of the detectives as they try desperately to catch this "perp" before any other crimes are committed. George, the main detective also has an interesting back story that is also part of the action. This book is surely destined to become a future TV crime drama!
I look forward to reading more George Beaumont thrillers in the future.
September 21, 2022
Im a slow reader and even I seemed to be racing through this heavy tome at quite a speed!
Being a Leeds Loiner its lovely to be able to put images of known places into this novel.
If Ive to give any criticism, having worked with WYP some of the language isnt used. “Perp” is quite an American term and rarely used in UK and Grand Theft Auto again very American!
But I enjoyed the book despite these - towards the end I solved the murder before George!! And was willing him to make the connection!
Thank You Lee for my signed copy, much appreciated / will be on the look out now for your 1st follow up
Being a Leeds Loiner its lovely to be able to put images of known places into this novel.
If Ive to give any criticism, having worked with WYP some of the language isnt used. “Perp” is quite an American term and rarely used in UK and Grand Theft Auto again very American!
But I enjoyed the book despite these - towards the end I solved the murder before George!! And was willing him to make the connection!
Thank You Lee for my signed copy, much appreciated / will be on the look out now for your 1st follow up
October 31, 2022
Reading as part of my book clubs November book.
Easy to follow story line with a likeable main character (mostly) with short chapters that keep you page turning until the end.
If you live in around South Leeds this book has an added bonus of using real life places which helps add to the excitement of the tale... thankfully not a teacher so nothing to fear by walking alone in these areas alone.. (jokes!)
Does use some police and crime terminology throughout which some may not like however I found it added good context to the storyline.
Would continue to read other books in the series.
Easy to follow story line with a likeable main character (mostly) with short chapters that keep you page turning until the end.
If you live in around South Leeds this book has an added bonus of using real life places which helps add to the excitement of the tale... thankfully not a teacher so nothing to fear by walking alone in these areas alone.. (jokes!)
Does use some police and crime terminology throughout which some may not like however I found it added good context to the storyline.
Would continue to read other books in the series.
October 24, 2022
This is the first book that I read by this brilliant Author I saw the book on Facebook and I downloaded it and never looked back apart from this book I have also read book 2 called The Bone saw Ripper and I thoughly enjoyed reading both books. Now I have just finished reading book 2 I downloaded book 3 which is called The Blonde Delilah which I will start reading sometime tonight. I have Absolutely enjoyed these books and would definitely recommend to other avid readers like me 😊📖📖
January 24, 2024
I thought this was a really good start to a new crime series. I think the characters have the making of a great team and I did enjoy the lead character DI George Beaumont very much.
I did think the storyline was quite predictable but that didn't stop me finishing and eagerly turning the pages. As a Leeds lass myself I obviously enjoyed the setting of the book and could visualise it perfectly.
Book 2 in the series will definitely be my next read.
I did think the storyline was quite predictable but that didn't stop me finishing and eagerly turning the pages. As a Leeds lass myself I obviously enjoyed the setting of the book and could visualise it perfectly.
Book 2 in the series will definitely be my next read.
September 10, 2024
worth reading.
Was quite a good read, but I still rather felt as if I was reading a sort of summary for the greater part of the novel. It was only during the last quarter that there was really any conversation between the characters, which was a bit disappointing as I normally enjoy the back story of a book as interesting as the actual story, but apart from George himself I didn’t feel this.
Will try the next in series to see if this improves.
Was quite a good read, but I still rather felt as if I was reading a sort of summary for the greater part of the novel. It was only during the last quarter that there was really any conversation between the characters, which was a bit disappointing as I normally enjoy the back story of a book as interesting as the actual story, but apart from George himself I didn’t feel this.
Will try the next in series to see if this improves.
May 8, 2023
As bad as I feel giving this low a rating to a local author (all the locations in the book were familiar to me) I really did not enjoy the laughable plot, the misogynistic descriptions of every female character and the way the rape scenes were written like sex scenes rather than scenes of violence. No thanks to the rest of the series.
(Dates wrong)
(Dates wrong)
November 15, 2022
A brilliant book from start to finish! The 1st I've read by this author but already downloaded the others onto my Kindle ! Featuring DI Beaumont and his colleagues looking into the murders of women who've been chosen by the killer and DI Beaumonts job to find the killer !
December 14, 2022
Excellent book I couldn't put it down. I'm looking forward to starting the next on
Fantastic book written by Lee Brook. Fast paced and I was unable to put it down. I also loved the back story of the detective 's relationships.I
A must for all crime fiction fans
Fantastic book written by Lee Brook. Fast paced and I was unable to put it down. I also loved the back story of the detective 's relationships.I
A must for all crime fiction fans
December 22, 2022
Graphic murder and violence, yet gripping
As a Leeds lass growing up in the Yorkshire ripper era, had mixed feelings about a serial rapist an murderer set in Leeds. This book gripped from beginning to end
As a Leeds lass growing up in the Yorkshire ripper era, had mixed feelings about a serial rapist an murderer set in Leeds. This book gripped from beginning to end
February 27, 2023
Great Read
My first book by this Author but it won't be my last. Read this in 3 sittings I did suss out some answers and love the relationship between George and Wood. Would definitely recommend this. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
My first book by this Author but it won't be my last. Read this in 3 sittings I did suss out some answers and love the relationship between George and Wood. Would definitely recommend this. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
August 20, 2024
not the best but a good read
Not a bad book but I did know who had done it fairly early on and the fact the detective in the book couldn’t add 2+2 together to find the murderer was extremely frustrating. Hopefully book 2 is a better read
Not a bad book but I did know who had done it fairly early on and the fact the detective in the book couldn’t add 2+2 together to find the murderer was extremely frustrating. Hopefully book 2 is a better read
August 28, 2024
This was a good story that was well written. The characters were believable, and I like the way they interacted with each other. It made you feel like you knew them. I recognised places in the book, and have been to a few of them myself. I hope the next book will be as good.
January 5, 2025
I couldn't put this book down once I'd started reading, easy to read and I like the fact there's no big chunky paragraphs. Knowing the area meant I could really visualise what I was reading which made it even better for me. Been a lover of crime/thrillers this was right up my street.
October 29, 2022
Really enjoyed this book, great plot and characters, kept me guessing till the end! Looking forward to reading more from this great author!
November 29, 2022
A good read from a relativley new authour and one that keeps you wanting to know more!
December 9, 2022
Really enjoyed this one so much as soon as I finished I bought the next book. I may never go to Middleton woods after reading these and I live nearby.
January 7, 2023
Excellent couldn't put book down loved it
April 1, 2023
Fantastic debut novel from Lee Brook. Being a South Leeds lass I consumed this novel in 3 sittings. Loved all the local details. Look forward to reading the rest in this series. Bravo.
April 11, 2023
One of the best debut novels in a series I've read in ages
February 12, 2024
Loved it. Right up my street. Looking forward to reading the rest. Love finding new authors who have lots of books out in a series for a good binge read 😃
June 25, 2024
Brilliant Read
Really enjoyed this 1st book set in Yorkshire, especially as I'm originally from Leeds and know of the towns and cities it depicts, can't wait to read the next one.
Really enjoyed this 1st book set in Yorkshire, especially as I'm originally from Leeds and know of the towns and cities it depicts, can't wait to read the next one.
October 9, 2024
Average .. enjoyed being able to visualise the places involved being from Leeds. But writing was bit childlike at times and opening sex/ murder scene more cringy than shocking .
October 18, 2024
Fabulous book, can't wait to read more in this series.
November 27, 2022
Enjoyed this 1st book by Lee. I live in Leeds and was like "oh I know where that is!" Etc which was quite cool.
Mia is such an annoying character and continues to be in other books.
Mia is such an annoying character and continues to be in other books.
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May 27, 2023
I read this because a) its local but also because of the good reviews. But being honest l really struggled with the style of writing. Compared to that of a professional author, the writing is very simple and school teacher style. I didn't agree with the albeit yorkshire slang but having "mi sister ' rather than 'my sister' I found to be annoying. I tried two books and the story line is ok. Just can't get along with the writing style.
July 30, 2023
Good book, easy to read and local to where I live.
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