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Detective Rob Miller #6
The Soho Killer
A serial killer who dumps the victims’ bodies in Soho Square. A sleepless detective thwarted by his box-ticking boss.
Detective Rob Miller thinks he’s seen it all, but this murder scene takes his breath away.
The victim is bound and gagged, with whip marks on his back. The location is one of the busiest squares in London. The cause of death appears to be strangulation.
Murder or a game gone wrong?
The prime suspect is the victim’s partner. Under pressure from his superiors, Rob makes an arrest despite his doubts.
But another body is found: bound, gagged and dumped in the middle of central London. Again, there are no witnesses.
Now Rob’s on the hunt for a serial killer with a fetish — and a talent for staying invisible.
Then the killer makes it personal . . .
Detective Rob Miller thinks he’s seen it all, but this murder scene takes his breath away.
The victim is bound and gagged, with whip marks on his back. The location is one of the busiest squares in London. The cause of death appears to be strangulation.
Murder or a game gone wrong?
The prime suspect is the victim’s partner. Under pressure from his superiors, Rob makes an arrest despite his doubts.
But another body is found: bound, gagged and dumped in the middle of central London. Again, there are no witnesses.
Now Rob’s on the hunt for a serial killer with a fetish — and a talent for staying invisible.
Then the killer makes it personal . . .
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First published November 10, 2022
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November 9, 2022
Detective Rob Miller Mysteries Book 6
Rob is called to London's West End on personal business when he gets a call. A body has been discovered in Soho Square. The victim has whip marks on his back, a leather mask covering his face, and a ball-gag in his mouth. The cause of death seems to be strangulation but was it murder or mistake.
Rob and Jo are up against a killer who covers his tracks, a killer who is remorseless. This is a thought-provoking mystery. A brutal event had taken place twenty years ago, now there's a similar vile incident occurred, but no one has made the connection. The pace is fast and there are so many twists and turns, you won't want to put this book down. The characters have been well fleshed out, its action packed, and the murders are gruesome. This is another book that's not for the faint hearted.
I would like to thank #Netgalley #JoffeBooks and the author #BibaPearcefor my ARC of #TheSohoKiller in exchange for an honest review.
Rob is called to London's West End on personal business when he gets a call. A body has been discovered in Soho Square. The victim has whip marks on his back, a leather mask covering his face, and a ball-gag in his mouth. The cause of death seems to be strangulation but was it murder or mistake.
Rob and Jo are up against a killer who covers his tracks, a killer who is remorseless. This is a thought-provoking mystery. A brutal event had taken place twenty years ago, now there's a similar vile incident occurred, but no one has made the connection. The pace is fast and there are so many twists and turns, you won't want to put this book down. The characters have been well fleshed out, its action packed, and the murders are gruesome. This is another book that's not for the faint hearted.
I would like to thank #Netgalley #JoffeBooks and the author #BibaPearcefor my ARC of #TheSohoKiller in exchange for an honest review.
November 21, 2022
The Soho Killer is the sixth title of Pearce’s Detective Rob Miller series, and the third I’ve read. While I’ve been reading the series from the beginning, I skipped ahead to read the latest series release. These are comfort reads for me in the sense I know what to expect. I can feel confident that Pearce will deliver it, and that’s always been the case. Far from formulaic as series like this sometimes are, with every book she delivers new imaginative crimes for Miller to solve along with many clever plot twists that keep us eagerly turning the pages.
Quite a lot has changed in our lead character’s life since the last book in the series I reviewed, The West London Murders. Rob Miller has promoted from Detective Inspector (DI) to Detective Chief Inspector (DCI) and now contends with the inconveniences of holding a supervisory position while trying to solve murders. He also reports to a new boss, Superintendent Felicity Mayhew and his Major Investigation Team features new members. Not only has DCI Miller’s work circumstances changed, Rob has a new wife and infant son at home to go along with his dog, Trigger, first introduced in the second book. And Trigger plays an important role in this story, always appreciated by dog lovers like me. DCI Miller and the former Jo Maguire, a detective who worked with Miller in previous cases, have married. Jo now works part time at MI5, which also plays a significant role in this tale.
These novels usually include one overarching mystery that gradually increases in complexity, and a couple of support acts in the guise of Miller’s personal life and dealings with his superintendent and other agencies. The same is true here, although Pearce offers more threads to follow than in earlier books. And, as usual, this sixth Rob Miller outing is tremendously good fun.
The book opens with an ominous, foreshadowing prologue featuring a murder occurring twenty years in the past. And then, after an unexpected, and unpleasant reunion with his long-estranged father, Ronnie (one of the support acts in this book), DCI Miller and his team get stuck into a rather bizarre murder investigation in Soho, not a part of London within their usual remit. A passerby discovers the body of a male victim, kitted out in a sadomasochism outfit on the lawn of a public park. The Major Investigation Team gets the case because the station with jurisdiction over the Soho district is overwhelmed with dealing with demonstrating activists. The initial investigation by Miller and his team reveals the victim is a married gay artist. But they aren’t certain if they have a homicide or an accidental death by erotic misadventure given the victim’s outfit, until Liz Kramer, the pathologist we met in previous books, confirms the victim, Michael Bennett, died from strangulation. The team must then consider the possibility of a hate crime as they get busy with the procedural minutiae of investigating a homicide, interviewing the victim’s husband, canvassing the area for witnesses, and reviewing CCTV recordings for clues to the identity of the killer. When interviewing the victim’s partner, Ralph Keaton, he tells Miller and the team neither Bennett nor he had any interest in BDSM and couldn’t imagine why his partner was found dressed in sadomasochism paraphernalia. That makes things even more baffling for the detectives.
No sooner has the Major Investigation Team started the Bennett investigation than someone discovers the body of a second male victim, dressed in the same peculiar sadomasochism outfit, and also tortured and raped by instrumentation, and then strangled. But this victim is an official in the British secret services, which adds further complexity to the mix. The team struggles to find something more than the obvious connection by M.O. which suggests the same killer that links the men, but shockingly find no hard evidence that the second victim was gay. But faced again with the specter he is dealing with yet another serial killer, DCI Miller calls on his old friend, Tony Sanderson, a renowned criminal profiler, to help his understanding of the suspect’s motive, and Sanderson joins the team as a consultant.
For those who enjoy reading crime mysteries, trying to work out the whodunit ahead of the police, Pearce brilliantly throws in plenty of red herrings along the way that mislead us. About midway through, I thought I’d figured it out, but discovered I was so wrong when Pearce finally revealed the killer at the shocking climax. And indeed, that was far from the only surprise Pearce offers us in this gripping story. I won’t say more to avoid spoilers, but will say in this latest Detective Rob Miller book, Pearce has compellingly plotted and produced a compulsive read that is full of devious twists. No doubt she will continue this excellent series since Pearce offered a few hints of future story threads to explore.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley for review purposes.
Quite a lot has changed in our lead character’s life since the last book in the series I reviewed, The West London Murders. Rob Miller has promoted from Detective Inspector (DI) to Detective Chief Inspector (DCI) and now contends with the inconveniences of holding a supervisory position while trying to solve murders. He also reports to a new boss, Superintendent Felicity Mayhew and his Major Investigation Team features new members. Not only has DCI Miller’s work circumstances changed, Rob has a new wife and infant son at home to go along with his dog, Trigger, first introduced in the second book. And Trigger plays an important role in this story, always appreciated by dog lovers like me. DCI Miller and the former Jo Maguire, a detective who worked with Miller in previous cases, have married. Jo now works part time at MI5, which also plays a significant role in this tale.
These novels usually include one overarching mystery that gradually increases in complexity, and a couple of support acts in the guise of Miller’s personal life and dealings with his superintendent and other agencies. The same is true here, although Pearce offers more threads to follow than in earlier books. And, as usual, this sixth Rob Miller outing is tremendously good fun.
The book opens with an ominous, foreshadowing prologue featuring a murder occurring twenty years in the past. And then, after an unexpected, and unpleasant reunion with his long-estranged father, Ronnie (one of the support acts in this book), DCI Miller and his team get stuck into a rather bizarre murder investigation in Soho, not a part of London within their usual remit. A passerby discovers the body of a male victim, kitted out in a sadomasochism outfit on the lawn of a public park. The Major Investigation Team gets the case because the station with jurisdiction over the Soho district is overwhelmed with dealing with demonstrating activists. The initial investigation by Miller and his team reveals the victim is a married gay artist. But they aren’t certain if they have a homicide or an accidental death by erotic misadventure given the victim’s outfit, until Liz Kramer, the pathologist we met in previous books, confirms the victim, Michael Bennett, died from strangulation. The team must then consider the possibility of a hate crime as they get busy with the procedural minutiae of investigating a homicide, interviewing the victim’s husband, canvassing the area for witnesses, and reviewing CCTV recordings for clues to the identity of the killer. When interviewing the victim’s partner, Ralph Keaton, he tells Miller and the team neither Bennett nor he had any interest in BDSM and couldn’t imagine why his partner was found dressed in sadomasochism paraphernalia. That makes things even more baffling for the detectives.
No sooner has the Major Investigation Team started the Bennett investigation than someone discovers the body of a second male victim, dressed in the same peculiar sadomasochism outfit, and also tortured and raped by instrumentation, and then strangled. But this victim is an official in the British secret services, which adds further complexity to the mix. The team struggles to find something more than the obvious connection by M.O. which suggests the same killer that links the men, but shockingly find no hard evidence that the second victim was gay. But faced again with the specter he is dealing with yet another serial killer, DCI Miller calls on his old friend, Tony Sanderson, a renowned criminal profiler, to help his understanding of the suspect’s motive, and Sanderson joins the team as a consultant.
For those who enjoy reading crime mysteries, trying to work out the whodunit ahead of the police, Pearce brilliantly throws in plenty of red herrings along the way that mislead us. About midway through, I thought I’d figured it out, but discovered I was so wrong when Pearce finally revealed the killer at the shocking climax. And indeed, that was far from the only surprise Pearce offers us in this gripping story. I won’t say more to avoid spoilers, but will say in this latest Detective Rob Miller book, Pearce has compellingly plotted and produced a compulsive read that is full of devious twists. No doubt she will continue this excellent series since Pearce offered a few hints of future story threads to explore.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley for review purposes.
November 11, 2022
THE SOHO KILLER is my first introduction to DCI Rob Miller and author Biba Pearce. But it won't be my last. As this was a terrific nail biter of a story. That grabbed me from the very first page and never let go.
As DCI Miller out dealing with his father. Who has just been arrested for stealing £20K is called to a murder scene in Soho. And it's a scene he won't be forgetting anytime soon.
As the victim has been staged in Soho Square for maximum impact wearing a BDSM outfit and a ball gag. Yet, it's Soho and the man in question was gay. So officers first assume it was a sex game gone wrong. But it soon becomes apparent the victim was brutally attacked before being killed. And when Rob and his team are asked to take over the case, they soon find a suspect with plenty of motive.
Then the killer strikes again. Only this time his victim is someone Rob knows they won't be allowed to investigate.
However, Rob is more determined than ever to find answers. But he doesn't realise how close those are, until another victim is discovered. One who had been desperately trying to get the teams attention.
And with huge twists, fantastic pacing, great characters and intriguing subplots. This was an utterly captivating story. That I stayed up late into the night to finish. As I just had to know who the murderer was. And it's a story I would 100% recommend to all; and I can't wait to read the five books I've missed out on.
And thank you Karen for the recommendation! 😊
**I was kindly provided with an ARC via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review**
As DCI Miller out dealing with his father. Who has just been arrested for stealing £20K is called to a murder scene in Soho. And it's a scene he won't be forgetting anytime soon.
As the victim has been staged in Soho Square for maximum impact wearing a BDSM outfit and a ball gag. Yet, it's Soho and the man in question was gay. So officers first assume it was a sex game gone wrong. But it soon becomes apparent the victim was brutally attacked before being killed. And when Rob and his team are asked to take over the case, they soon find a suspect with plenty of motive.
Then the killer strikes again. Only this time his victim is someone Rob knows they won't be allowed to investigate.
However, Rob is more determined than ever to find answers. But he doesn't realise how close those are, until another victim is discovered. One who had been desperately trying to get the teams attention.
And with huge twists, fantastic pacing, great characters and intriguing subplots. This was an utterly captivating story. That I stayed up late into the night to finish. As I just had to know who the murderer was. And it's a story I would 100% recommend to all; and I can't wait to read the five books I've missed out on.
And thank you Karen for the recommendation! 😊
**I was kindly provided with an ARC via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review**
November 17, 2022
I was a bit late in coming to this series, but it's now a firm favourite!
The latest case to land on Rob Miller's desk has him bamboozled; a body discovered bound and gagged in one of the busiest areas of London. How did the body get there? Who is responsible? Those questions and many more have the team working flat out to get answers. At the same time, Rob and Jo are settling down to family life with Jo returning to work after the birth of their son. Can he work out what's going on?
This is a terrific addition to this series; I was completely befuddled and, I admit, totally shocked when it was all revealed. This is a cracking read with always something going on to grab the reader's attention and, as a result, a very hard book to put down. A thoroughly gripping read, well written and plotted as always with Biba Pearce and one I'm very happy to recommend. An easy five stars.
My thanks to the publisher for my copy; this is - as always - my honest, original and unbiased review.
The latest case to land on Rob Miller's desk has him bamboozled; a body discovered bound and gagged in one of the busiest areas of London. How did the body get there? Who is responsible? Those questions and many more have the team working flat out to get answers. At the same time, Rob and Jo are settling down to family life with Jo returning to work after the birth of their son. Can he work out what's going on?
This is a terrific addition to this series; I was completely befuddled and, I admit, totally shocked when it was all revealed. This is a cracking read with always something going on to grab the reader's attention and, as a result, a very hard book to put down. A thoroughly gripping read, well written and plotted as always with Biba Pearce and one I'm very happy to recommend. An easy five stars.
My thanks to the publisher for my copy; this is - as always - my honest, original and unbiased review.
October 29, 2022
The Soho Killer by Biba Pearce.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
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Synopsis
The body of a middle-aged man is discovered in Soho. DCI Rob Miller, who’d thought he’d seen it all, is shocked by the violent death. The victim, dressed in a leather bondage outfit, has whip marks on his back and a ball-gag in his mouth. It looks like he's been raped and strangled, but whether it was autoerotic or murder, that remains to be seen.
Just when Rob's team is making headway with the investigation, another man is found dead, killed in the same fashion as the first victim. This turns their theory on its head and they are forced to release their suspect and go back to the drawing board. When a third man is murdered, it's clear someone is sending a message. Criminal profiler Tony Sanderson, a long-standing friend of Rob's, is called in to consult on the case. Together, they must unravel the killings that have left the local community reeling and bring an increasingly depraved serial killer to justice.
My thoughts
This is the 6 th book in the DCI Rob Miller Mysteries and I really enjoyed this book, it was my first Biba Pearse book and it won’t be my last as since reading this ive already brought book one.
The character Rob Miller was really relatable, a family man, hard working cop and with a father he’d thought he forgot.
This book was well thought out, well written and I struggled to put it down.
The twists and turns surprised me and I didn’t realise who the killer was until right near the end which I loved.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
For random things tours
Synopsis
The body of a middle-aged man is discovered in Soho. DCI Rob Miller, who’d thought he’d seen it all, is shocked by the violent death. The victim, dressed in a leather bondage outfit, has whip marks on his back and a ball-gag in his mouth. It looks like he's been raped and strangled, but whether it was autoerotic or murder, that remains to be seen.
Just when Rob's team is making headway with the investigation, another man is found dead, killed in the same fashion as the first victim. This turns their theory on its head and they are forced to release their suspect and go back to the drawing board. When a third man is murdered, it's clear someone is sending a message. Criminal profiler Tony Sanderson, a long-standing friend of Rob's, is called in to consult on the case. Together, they must unravel the killings that have left the local community reeling and bring an increasingly depraved serial killer to justice.
My thoughts
This is the 6 th book in the DCI Rob Miller Mysteries and I really enjoyed this book, it was my first Biba Pearse book and it won’t be my last as since reading this ive already brought book one.
The character Rob Miller was really relatable, a family man, hard working cop and with a father he’d thought he forgot.
This book was well thought out, well written and I struggled to put it down.
The twists and turns surprised me and I didn’t realise who the killer was until right near the end which I loved.
January 14, 2023
This was a compelling read, that I found I did not want to put down! Great, multi-faceted characters. Very interesting plot. Vivid descriptions. Suspenseful and thrilling. I felt every emotion. Kept me intrigued from the first page to the last. Simply a GREAT read!
*I received a complimentary ARC of this book in order to read and provide a voluntary, unbiased and honest review, should I choose to do so.
*I received a complimentary ARC of this book in order to read and provide a voluntary, unbiased and honest review, should I choose to do so.
May 15, 2024
Another really good one. I’m just flying through these. I really enjoy learning more about the returning characters and feel like I could endlessly listen to new stories.
September 15, 2023
VERY MINOR SPOILER
For me, this has been the best of the series so far. Minor criticism of the number of characters, at times I found it a bit hard to work out who was who, and can’t quite believe Rob would have left the station without saying where he was going. The ending was totally left-field, and well done. Excellent series.
For me, this has been the best of the series so far. Minor criticism of the number of characters, at times I found it a bit hard to work out who was who, and can’t quite believe Rob would have left the station without saying where he was going. The ending was totally left-field, and well done. Excellent series.
November 10, 2023
the twist sort of came out of nowhere.... i didn't really buy it to be honest. but it was an entertaining read and i am happy that i continued the series finally.
November 20, 2022
I have been a fan of Biba’s work for a while now. I have something of a soft spot for her series featuring Detective Inspector Rob Miller. I read and loved the first five books int he series. When I heard that Biba was due to release another book in the ‘DI Rob Miller’ series, I knew that I had to grab a copy and read it as soon as I could. Well ladies and gents, the wait is over because the sixth instalment of the series is called ‘The Soho Killer’ and it was released on 17th November 2022. It’s another cracker of a read, which I thoroughly enjoyed reading but more about that in a bit.
What can I say about D.I Rob Miller? This book sees a more settled Miller. He and his partner have settled down and are enjoying family life with their small child. Routines have been established and despite the fact that Miller and his partner have busy and stressful careers, their situation seems to work. Miller has something of a complicated relationship with his father for reasons that I am not going to go into because I would hate to spoil the story for anybody. Miller’s professional life seems to be fairly stable too. He is in charge of a small team and they all have each others backs. Miller is a tough and determined detective but he has s heart too. He goes above and beyond the call of duty.
I was drawn to this book by the fact that I saw Biba’s name on the cover of a book that I hadn’t yet read. As soon as I started reading I knew that I was going to become addicted to the story and that I would find it nigh on impossible to put the book down. I was right on both counts. Without going into too much detail, the murder victims are found in unusual circumstances and such circumstances are sure to stick in your mind for a long time to come. The crimes intrigued me and I had my work cut out trying to fathom out who the killer was and what their motivation was. The more of the book that I read, the more I wanted to read and the quicker the pages seemed to turn. I became so wrapped up in the story that I lost all track of time and just how quickly I was getting through the book. All too quickly I reached the end of ‘The Soho Killer’ and I had to say goodbye to D.I. Miller and his team. I found ‘The Soho Killer’ to be a tense, gritty, gripping and dramatic read, which certainly kept me guessing and which kept me on the edge of my seat throughout.
‘The Soho Killer’ is superbly written but then I have come to expect nothing less from Biba Pearce. Biba certainly knows how to grab the reader’s attention and draw them into what proves to be one hell of a read and then some. For me, the story hit the ground running and maintained a fast pace throughout. Reading ‘The Soho Killer’ felt like being on a scary and unpredictable rollercoaster ride with several twists and turns along the way. Just when you thought that you could take a moment to gather your thoughts and catch your breath then off the action would go again. I love the way in which Biba makes the reader feel as though they are part of the story and at the heart of the action. That’s how I felt anyway.
In short, I thoroughly enjoyed reading ‘The Soho Killer’ and I would recommend it to other readers. I will certainly be reading more of Biba’s work in the future. The score on the Ginger Book Geek board is a very well deserved 5* out of 5*.
What can I say about D.I Rob Miller? This book sees a more settled Miller. He and his partner have settled down and are enjoying family life with their small child. Routines have been established and despite the fact that Miller and his partner have busy and stressful careers, their situation seems to work. Miller has something of a complicated relationship with his father for reasons that I am not going to go into because I would hate to spoil the story for anybody. Miller’s professional life seems to be fairly stable too. He is in charge of a small team and they all have each others backs. Miller is a tough and determined detective but he has s heart too. He goes above and beyond the call of duty.
I was drawn to this book by the fact that I saw Biba’s name on the cover of a book that I hadn’t yet read. As soon as I started reading I knew that I was going to become addicted to the story and that I would find it nigh on impossible to put the book down. I was right on both counts. Without going into too much detail, the murder victims are found in unusual circumstances and such circumstances are sure to stick in your mind for a long time to come. The crimes intrigued me and I had my work cut out trying to fathom out who the killer was and what their motivation was. The more of the book that I read, the more I wanted to read and the quicker the pages seemed to turn. I became so wrapped up in the story that I lost all track of time and just how quickly I was getting through the book. All too quickly I reached the end of ‘The Soho Killer’ and I had to say goodbye to D.I. Miller and his team. I found ‘The Soho Killer’ to be a tense, gritty, gripping and dramatic read, which certainly kept me guessing and which kept me on the edge of my seat throughout.
‘The Soho Killer’ is superbly written but then I have come to expect nothing less from Biba Pearce. Biba certainly knows how to grab the reader’s attention and draw them into what proves to be one hell of a read and then some. For me, the story hit the ground running and maintained a fast pace throughout. Reading ‘The Soho Killer’ felt like being on a scary and unpredictable rollercoaster ride with several twists and turns along the way. Just when you thought that you could take a moment to gather your thoughts and catch your breath then off the action would go again. I love the way in which Biba makes the reader feel as though they are part of the story and at the heart of the action. That’s how I felt anyway.
In short, I thoroughly enjoyed reading ‘The Soho Killer’ and I would recommend it to other readers. I will certainly be reading more of Biba’s work in the future. The score on the Ginger Book Geek board is a very well deserved 5* out of 5*.
October 31, 2022
When a quiet, respectable, middle aged man is found brutally raped and murdered in Soho Square, DCI Rob Miller and his team are presented with a tricky case to solve. Bizarrely, the victim was bound, gagged and dressed in a leather bondage outfit, with his body posed to look like he had died from autoerotic asphyxiation, but his husband claims he had no interest in the BDSM scene.
The investigation seems almost too easy as the clues present themselves, but just as Miller and his team seem to have cracked the case, they are pulled up short. Another body is found, killed in the same way, and they are suddenly forced to rethink their theory. When a third body, with the same MO is also discovered, it seems clear that the have the search for a serial killer on their hands, and he is trying to send a very twisted message. It is time to call in Miller's friend, expert Criminal profiler Tony Sanderson to help them track down the killer before more bodies start piling up.
The Soho Killer is my first DCI Rob Miller book from Biba Pearce, but even though it is book six in the series it can easily be read as a standalone story - and what a gripping story it is! The intrigue begins with a menacing prologue and does not let up for a second, as DCI Miller and his team undertake an investigation that is infused with deliciously dark themes around secrets, lies, revenge, and cold hearted ambition.
These murders are gruesome, and apparently random at first glance, so it takes a while for Miller and his team to put all the pieces together to track down the true culprit. Things are not helped by the fact that the killer seems highly knowledgeable about making sure all traces of their identity are wiped clean from the scenes of their crimes. I really enjoyed how Miller and his team worked through the case together, and Pearce does a great job keeping you involved at every stage of the investigation, dropping her reveals at precisely the right moments throughout. The pacing is perfect, and the suspense builds almost unbearably until the pristine police work of his team allow Miller to reach a startling conclusion that tips you headlong into a cracking climax. There is a lovely relationship between Miller and his partner Jo too, that has them frequently sparking off each other, which keeps her part of plot in far more ways than as Miller's romantic interest.
Slick, clever and beautifully contrived., this is one of the best police procedurals I have read in ages. Pearce's style is so engaging, the plot just twisty enough to keep you guessing without becoming overly complicated, and I did not see where this was heading at all which is always a delight. She also asks some really interesting questions about personal and organisational reputations, which are interesting to ponder upon.
There is a thread of a past investigation that runs through the book, which has piqued my interest about what has come before this book for DCI Miller, and deftly works as an compelling lure into the next book too. I am really looking forward to delving into Miller's previous adventures in the first five books, and I will definitely be reading the next one. Biba Pearce you have a new fan!
The investigation seems almost too easy as the clues present themselves, but just as Miller and his team seem to have cracked the case, they are pulled up short. Another body is found, killed in the same way, and they are suddenly forced to rethink their theory. When a third body, with the same MO is also discovered, it seems clear that the have the search for a serial killer on their hands, and he is trying to send a very twisted message. It is time to call in Miller's friend, expert Criminal profiler Tony Sanderson to help them track down the killer before more bodies start piling up.
The Soho Killer is my first DCI Rob Miller book from Biba Pearce, but even though it is book six in the series it can easily be read as a standalone story - and what a gripping story it is! The intrigue begins with a menacing prologue and does not let up for a second, as DCI Miller and his team undertake an investigation that is infused with deliciously dark themes around secrets, lies, revenge, and cold hearted ambition.
These murders are gruesome, and apparently random at first glance, so it takes a while for Miller and his team to put all the pieces together to track down the true culprit. Things are not helped by the fact that the killer seems highly knowledgeable about making sure all traces of their identity are wiped clean from the scenes of their crimes. I really enjoyed how Miller and his team worked through the case together, and Pearce does a great job keeping you involved at every stage of the investigation, dropping her reveals at precisely the right moments throughout. The pacing is perfect, and the suspense builds almost unbearably until the pristine police work of his team allow Miller to reach a startling conclusion that tips you headlong into a cracking climax. There is a lovely relationship between Miller and his partner Jo too, that has them frequently sparking off each other, which keeps her part of plot in far more ways than as Miller's romantic interest.
Slick, clever and beautifully contrived., this is one of the best police procedurals I have read in ages. Pearce's style is so engaging, the plot just twisty enough to keep you guessing without becoming overly complicated, and I did not see where this was heading at all which is always a delight. She also asks some really interesting questions about personal and organisational reputations, which are interesting to ponder upon.
There is a thread of a past investigation that runs through the book, which has piqued my interest about what has come before this book for DCI Miller, and deftly works as an compelling lure into the next book too. I am really looking forward to delving into Miller's previous adventures in the first five books, and I will definitely be reading the next one. Biba Pearce you have a new fan!
November 3, 2022
I would like to thank Netgalley and Joffe Books for an advance copy of The Soho Killer, the sixth novel to feature DCI Rob Miller of the Met’s Major Crime Unit.
Rob is in Soho on private business when he is asked to supervise a crime scene. A body, whipped, strangled and dressed in fetish gear has been dumped in Soho Square. Initial suspicion falls on the man’s partner after he lies about his alibi, but he is in custody when a second body is found. The pressure is on Rob and his team to find a dangerous killer.
I thoroughly enjoyed The Soho Killer, which is a fast moving procedural with some unexpected twists and turns. It should be noted that there are some adult themes in the novel and that may not appeal to some readers. Personally I found it informative as these themes are outwith my lived experience.
The novel is told mostly from Rob’s point of view, which I like as it means I can get immersed in the story and live the investigation alongside him and his team. I had no luck in guessing either the murderer’s identity or motive and was quite shocked when all was revealed. Well done to the author for keeping it all well hidden.
I like the logic of police procedurals, which start with a wide open field and gradually, by dint of perseverance, technology and making links, narrow their suspect pool. This novel is no different in that respect, but it throws in politics and secretive government departments for a little spice and ends in a drama packed showdown. I found it absorbing reading.
Rob Miller is a family man now with a partner and a son. He likes it. There’s nothing really that stands out about him or the other characters as they are there to further the plot.
The Soho Killer is a good read that I have no hesitation in recommending.
Rob is in Soho on private business when he is asked to supervise a crime scene. A body, whipped, strangled and dressed in fetish gear has been dumped in Soho Square. Initial suspicion falls on the man’s partner after he lies about his alibi, but he is in custody when a second body is found. The pressure is on Rob and his team to find a dangerous killer.
I thoroughly enjoyed The Soho Killer, which is a fast moving procedural with some unexpected twists and turns. It should be noted that there are some adult themes in the novel and that may not appeal to some readers. Personally I found it informative as these themes are outwith my lived experience.
The novel is told mostly from Rob’s point of view, which I like as it means I can get immersed in the story and live the investigation alongside him and his team. I had no luck in guessing either the murderer’s identity or motive and was quite shocked when all was revealed. Well done to the author for keeping it all well hidden.
I like the logic of police procedurals, which start with a wide open field and gradually, by dint of perseverance, technology and making links, narrow their suspect pool. This novel is no different in that respect, but it throws in politics and secretive government departments for a little spice and ends in a drama packed showdown. I found it absorbing reading.
Rob Miller is a family man now with a partner and a son. He likes it. There’s nothing really that stands out about him or the other characters as they are there to further the plot.
The Soho Killer is a good read that I have no hesitation in recommending.
November 5, 2022
The Soho Killer is the sixth in the series featuring DCI Rob Miller. I haven’t read any of the others, but I still managed to follow everything that was happening. We are fed information along the way about the previous novels, like the murder of one of his colleagues, human trafficking and a killer in prison.
Rob is married to Jo and they have a 10-month old son called Jack. Jo has returned to work at MI5, albeit a desk job. They share the parenting of Jack where possible with the help of Tanya, who was their babysitter and is now the nanny. They also have a dog called Trigger.
Rob is a seasoned detective, in charge of his team. He’s been involved in many murder cases, but this one is something else. A middle-aged man, dressed in a leather bondage outfit, is found in Soho, with whip marks on his back and a ball-gag in his mouth. He’s been bound, raped and strangled, but whether the cause of death is autoerotic or murder remains to be seen.
There doesn’t seem to be a motive for the killing and the victim’s husband of many years swears that neither of them were into sadomasochism or bondage. But then another body turns up, killed in a very similar manner, yet seemingly unconnected and the team needs to start looking again.
When a third body is discovered, dressed in bondage gear and killed in the same way, it’s obvious a pattern is emerging. So Rob brings in long-term friend, criminal profiler Tony Sanderson to try and help build a picture of the killer.
Not for the faint-hearted, The Soho Killer is pretty grisly in parts and the killings are gruesome and graphic. Just the sort of thing I love! And boy what a twist at the end. I’d never have guessed.
Many thanks to @annecater for inviting me to be part of #RandomThingsTours
Rob is married to Jo and they have a 10-month old son called Jack. Jo has returned to work at MI5, albeit a desk job. They share the parenting of Jack where possible with the help of Tanya, who was their babysitter and is now the nanny. They also have a dog called Trigger.
Rob is a seasoned detective, in charge of his team. He’s been involved in many murder cases, but this one is something else. A middle-aged man, dressed in a leather bondage outfit, is found in Soho, with whip marks on his back and a ball-gag in his mouth. He’s been bound, raped and strangled, but whether the cause of death is autoerotic or murder remains to be seen.
There doesn’t seem to be a motive for the killing and the victim’s husband of many years swears that neither of them were into sadomasochism or bondage. But then another body turns up, killed in a very similar manner, yet seemingly unconnected and the team needs to start looking again.
When a third body is discovered, dressed in bondage gear and killed in the same way, it’s obvious a pattern is emerging. So Rob brings in long-term friend, criminal profiler Tony Sanderson to try and help build a picture of the killer.
Not for the faint-hearted, The Soho Killer is pretty grisly in parts and the killings are gruesome and graphic. Just the sort of thing I love! And boy what a twist at the end. I’d never have guessed.
Many thanks to @annecater for inviting me to be part of #RandomThingsTours
November 20, 2022
I enjoy these novels for a couple of different reasons.
To start, I believe they are a fairly accurate representation of what I think police work is like. There is a lot of investigating, a lot of dead ends, false leads, and frustration. In fact, most of this novel is just that. I'll admit this can lead to some slow-going areas, but I feel like it was approached in a way that kept me reading because out of all the information thrown at them, would I find what was relevant before the characters did?
I also enjoy these novels because the author treats Rob as a PERSON instead of just a character. Even whilst in the middle of a heavy investigation, the author still makes time to show him at home with his wife and child. I enjoyed these quiet moments because it brings a sense of realism to the story. Oftentimes we forget that members of the police force are also people with their own lives that they have to try and balance, and I think this author does a great job of showcasing that.
As I stated above, there were some areas where this story bordered on the tedious, but again I feel like that is what investigating crimes is actually like. There were a couple of times when the author threw in some potential suspects, but it was obvious that they were distractions to what was really going on. I will say, though that the ending definitely left me surprised. I did not expect the story to take the turn that it did.
Hopefully, this is not the last that we have seen of Rob, I enjoy this series and hope to read more in the future!
DISCLAIMER: I received a complimentary copy of this novel from the publisher. This has not affected my review in any way. All thoughts and opinions expressed in this review are 100% my own.
To start, I believe they are a fairly accurate representation of what I think police work is like. There is a lot of investigating, a lot of dead ends, false leads, and frustration. In fact, most of this novel is just that. I'll admit this can lead to some slow-going areas, but I feel like it was approached in a way that kept me reading because out of all the information thrown at them, would I find what was relevant before the characters did?
I also enjoy these novels because the author treats Rob as a PERSON instead of just a character. Even whilst in the middle of a heavy investigation, the author still makes time to show him at home with his wife and child. I enjoyed these quiet moments because it brings a sense of realism to the story. Oftentimes we forget that members of the police force are also people with their own lives that they have to try and balance, and I think this author does a great job of showcasing that.
As I stated above, there were some areas where this story bordered on the tedious, but again I feel like that is what investigating crimes is actually like. There were a couple of times when the author threw in some potential suspects, but it was obvious that they were distractions to what was really going on. I will say, though that the ending definitely left me surprised. I did not expect the story to take the turn that it did.
Hopefully, this is not the last that we have seen of Rob, I enjoy this series and hope to read more in the future!
DISCLAIMER: I received a complimentary copy of this novel from the publisher. This has not affected my review in any way. All thoughts and opinions expressed in this review are 100% my own.
May 19, 2025
The Soho Killer is the sixth book in the DCI Rob Miller series and has Rob looking for a killer who isn’t going to stop at one murder. The first murder is in Soho. It’s not Rob’s area but he was nearby and had a request to attend.
Initially it looks like a sex game gone wrong but is quickly proved to be murder so Rob and his team officially take over the investigation. The Mayor is pushing for a fast conclusion to the case as he doesn’t want the capital to suffer from lost tourism revenue so Rob is under pressure from his boss.
Then a second body is discovered and it looks like nothing is stopping this killer and Rob fears the worst. So when the third body shows up it’s not really a surprise but it does mean they are officially looking for a serial killer!
Who is this person? What is the motive? Will Rob and his team stop them before they kill again?
Rob brings in a profiler, a friend, in an attempt to understand the killer he gives the team some advice to consider. There’s an arrest but Rob is doubtful that it’s the killer and continues to pursue leads and follow up on any evidence.
It’s when one of the team links a telephone call to a witness and one of the victims that a real line of enquiry unfolds and as they review an old case something triggers in Rob’s mind!
Rob rushes out to check if he’s right but the killer is ahead of him! Will his team realise what Rob has figured out and reach him in time or will Rob lose everything dear to him?
Biba Pearce writes characters that are believable, a great plot and whilst the murders are brutal there are no overly gratuitous descriptions. This is a terrific, absorbing story with a nice twist and is a really enjoyable read.
3.75-4*
Initially it looks like a sex game gone wrong but is quickly proved to be murder so Rob and his team officially take over the investigation. The Mayor is pushing for a fast conclusion to the case as he doesn’t want the capital to suffer from lost tourism revenue so Rob is under pressure from his boss.
Then a second body is discovered and it looks like nothing is stopping this killer and Rob fears the worst. So when the third body shows up it’s not really a surprise but it does mean they are officially looking for a serial killer!
Who is this person? What is the motive? Will Rob and his team stop them before they kill again?
Rob brings in a profiler, a friend, in an attempt to understand the killer he gives the team some advice to consider. There’s an arrest but Rob is doubtful that it’s the killer and continues to pursue leads and follow up on any evidence.
It’s when one of the team links a telephone call to a witness and one of the victims that a real line of enquiry unfolds and as they review an old case something triggers in Rob’s mind!
Rob rushes out to check if he’s right but the killer is ahead of him! Will his team realise what Rob has figured out and reach him in time or will Rob lose everything dear to him?
Biba Pearce writes characters that are believable, a great plot and whilst the murders are brutal there are no overly gratuitous descriptions. This is a terrific, absorbing story with a nice twist and is a really enjoyable read.
3.75-4*
October 26, 2022
Oh Wow, another nail biting, edge of your seat story from Biba Pearce.
When DCI Rob Miller came across a murder in Soho, little did he know that his investigation was to cover twenty years.
Rob lived at home with his partner Jo, their toddler son Jack and their much loved dog Trigger. Jo worked for MI5 and sometimes their jobs became intertwined, Jo was a great sounding block for Rob.
The Soho murder victim was bizarrely dressed and brutally killed, the body was dumped in the middle of busy Soho square, how did it get there without anyone seeing anything?
As this story unfolds, it becomes clear that that they could have a serial killer on their hands, a killer who leaves no clues, a killer who has no respect for position.
Rob has his superintendent on his back, she wanted answers, answers that he couldn't give, his brilliant team were working flat out but this killer was clever. Throw into the mix a drunken, gambler of a father, arrested with a load of money in his pocket and you have a powerful, gripping story.
Biba Pearce has written wonderful characters into these stories, I really like Rob the ordinary, straight as a die, detective who love his job but is happy to juggle it with being at home babysitting his son, I love the love and companionship between Rob and Jo, I love the way that his team respect him and he, in return, respects and values them, I love Harry's uncertainty.
This story has a great, unexpected ending and it leads beautifully into the next book and I can't wait.
I received a free copy of this book and my review is voluntary.
When DCI Rob Miller came across a murder in Soho, little did he know that his investigation was to cover twenty years.
Rob lived at home with his partner Jo, their toddler son Jack and their much loved dog Trigger. Jo worked for MI5 and sometimes their jobs became intertwined, Jo was a great sounding block for Rob.
The Soho murder victim was bizarrely dressed and brutally killed, the body was dumped in the middle of busy Soho square, how did it get there without anyone seeing anything?
As this story unfolds, it becomes clear that that they could have a serial killer on their hands, a killer who leaves no clues, a killer who has no respect for position.
Rob has his superintendent on his back, she wanted answers, answers that he couldn't give, his brilliant team were working flat out but this killer was clever. Throw into the mix a drunken, gambler of a father, arrested with a load of money in his pocket and you have a powerful, gripping story.
Biba Pearce has written wonderful characters into these stories, I really like Rob the ordinary, straight as a die, detective who love his job but is happy to juggle it with being at home babysitting his son, I love the love and companionship between Rob and Jo, I love the way that his team respect him and he, in return, respects and values them, I love Harry's uncertainty.
This story has a great, unexpected ending and it leads beautifully into the next book and I can't wait.
I received a free copy of this book and my review is voluntary.
September 11, 2024
The Soho Killer is the sixth book in Biba Pearce's series focusing on Detective Rob Miller. Rob is called into investigate when a body is found in Soho Square, dressed in clothing and with paraphernalia that suggest it might have been a sex game gone wrong. However, not everything is as it seems when a second victim is found in a similar state, Rob realises they might be dealing with a serial killer.
I've been hankering after a good mystery for awhile and this certainly delivered. This was an engrossing, addictive read that I sped through in order to find out what was going on as the book ran from one twist to another. There were times when I queried whether I found Rob and his world "authentic" but I was too busy being caught up in the mystery to really care.
However, I was somewhat at a disadvantage with this since it was my first time reading the series and i>The Soho Killer is the sixth book in the series (which I didn't realise when I requested the book off Netgalley). Pearce refers back to events in previous books and references an ongoing storyline (or so I assume) which simply went over my head and were a little frustrating when I was so focused in on the main plot of the book. This, obviously, is a problem with my starting the series with Book Six, rather than the book itself and I enjoyed this so much that I'll most likely read the whole series.
Disclaimer: I received a free ARC from the publishers via Netgalley to review.
I've been hankering after a good mystery for awhile and this certainly delivered. This was an engrossing, addictive read that I sped through in order to find out what was going on as the book ran from one twist to another. There were times when I queried whether I found Rob and his world "authentic" but I was too busy being caught up in the mystery to really care.
However, I was somewhat at a disadvantage with this since it was my first time reading the series and i>The Soho Killer is the sixth book in the series (which I didn't realise when I requested the book off Netgalley). Pearce refers back to events in previous books and references an ongoing storyline (or so I assume) which simply went over my head and were a little frustrating when I was so focused in on the main plot of the book. This, obviously, is a problem with my starting the series with Book Six, rather than the book itself and I enjoyed this so much that I'll most likely read the whole series.
Disclaimer: I received a free ARC from the publishers via Netgalley to review.
April 8, 2023
I have really enjoyed reading all the books in this series, but I totally believe that this one is the best of them all. The case that DCI Miller is investigating is weird and quite scary. Rob now has major responsibilities in his life. He is a father, happily settled with his wife Jo, their son Jack and faithful dog Trigger. When this case lands on his desk he has his work cut out trying to figure out who the murderer could be, but at the same time he needs to keep his family safe. His excellent team work hard but every lead they find seems to end up being false and they must start looking again. The evidence is practically non-existent, and the killer is obviously forensically aware and extremely clever. Several times I feel like I am being led down a path that the author wants me to take, just to realise that I am on the wrong track. Too many incidents occur and there are loads of directions that this case can take. The pace is fast and exciting, especially towards end when Rob suddenly pieces everything together and we can see where the climax is leading. This author is extremely good at keeping the reader engaged, I found it hard to put this book down and I really hope there will be more in this series.
November 1, 2022
This is an absolute gem of a read, and the authors DCI Rob Miller books are fast becoming one of my favourite series. Here Miller and his team investigate a murder in Soho and when another victim is found a few days later with similarities the investigation takes an unexpected turn. I love the authors writing style, her books are always a pleasure to read and her main character DCI Miller is so very likeable and believable. I enjoyed the lovely glimpses into his home and personal life and have really liked his character development in this series. For me, this is the best book so far, it is so well written, very engaging, fast paced and flowed seamlessly and I was hooked from the first page to the last. I loved the twists in the story as it raced towards its conclusion - and the last part of the book was a very tense and thrilling read as the murderer was revealed. Overall, a brilliant read which I loved, if you like good solid police procedurals I’d recommend this book although if you’re new to the author you’d be best to start at the beginning with The Thames Path Killer to get to know Miller from the start.
5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
November 6, 2022
I’m hooked on the DI (later DCI) Rob Miller series and it was great to be back with him and his colleagues, and also his family.
The body of a male is found in Soho Square, dressed in bondage gear. Was it a sex game gone wrong or cold-blooded murder? Then a second body is found, in his home this time, but dressed in bondage gear in exactly the same way as the first victim. Someone keeps ringing the station to say that his partner was killed in a similar way twenty years ago, although it was deemed to be suicide, so nobody takes his calls seriously.
Rob calls in his friend, Tony, who’s a criminal behaviourist/profiler, for some help and advice on the killer’s personality and reasons for committing these crimes. We also meet Ronnie, Rob’s dad, who has problems of his own and looks to Rob for help, even though they’ve never been close.
If you like a police procedural thriller that is accurate and gripping, then this is the book for you. And read the others in the series as well!
Thank you to NetGalley and Joffe Books for an advance reader copy in return for an honest review.
The body of a male is found in Soho Square, dressed in bondage gear. Was it a sex game gone wrong or cold-blooded murder? Then a second body is found, in his home this time, but dressed in bondage gear in exactly the same way as the first victim. Someone keeps ringing the station to say that his partner was killed in a similar way twenty years ago, although it was deemed to be suicide, so nobody takes his calls seriously.
Rob calls in his friend, Tony, who’s a criminal behaviourist/profiler, for some help and advice on the killer’s personality and reasons for committing these crimes. We also meet Ronnie, Rob’s dad, who has problems of his own and looks to Rob for help, even though they’ve never been close.
If you like a police procedural thriller that is accurate and gripping, then this is the book for you. And read the others in the series as well!
Thank you to NetGalley and Joffe Books for an advance reader copy in return for an honest review.
November 17, 2022
Detective Miller gets his family involved after a bizarre murder in London - 5 stars
When your family seems to be swept into a murder investigation, it gives pause. For DCI Rob Miller, stress is part of the job but when national security steps in, he seems to realize that he is the only person who is likely to get the job done.
Rob's team of detectives works well together even when his boss, Superintendent Felicity Mayhew, was demanding that he stay in the office and out of the field. Mayhew was plotting her assent into the Police hierarchy -- her goal was to close the cases and get the incitements. She appeared to think that DCI Miller was slowing her down.
When an apparent sexual murder/suicide victim was dumped in public view, the stakes were raised. There were no CCTV images and no witnesses. Where did the body come from? Police procedures were followed and facts came to light slowly. But at the midpoint of the book, the likely suspect was in custody but then another similar victim was found.
You won't guess this one. It is well worth reading.
When your family seems to be swept into a murder investigation, it gives pause. For DCI Rob Miller, stress is part of the job but when national security steps in, he seems to realize that he is the only person who is likely to get the job done.
Rob's team of detectives works well together even when his boss, Superintendent Felicity Mayhew, was demanding that he stay in the office and out of the field. Mayhew was plotting her assent into the Police hierarchy -- her goal was to close the cases and get the incitements. She appeared to think that DCI Miller was slowing her down.
When an apparent sexual murder/suicide victim was dumped in public view, the stakes were raised. There were no CCTV images and no witnesses. Where did the body come from? Police procedures were followed and facts came to light slowly. But at the midpoint of the book, the likely suspect was in custody but then another similar victim was found.
You won't guess this one. It is well worth reading.
November 5, 2022
DI Rob Miller has been called to a case where a man has been left in a garden area in Soho. He has drawn a crowd due to what he is, or rather isn't wearing. When the team visits his husband they find he isn't into BDSM which is the gear he was wearing and led rather a quiet life. Rob’s wife Jo works for MI5 and when one of their own is killed in a very similar M.O, the secret service wants to take over. Who is killing these men, why the gear and what is their motive?
I really enjoy this series (they do stand alone). Biba has a skill of drawing the reader in very quickly and a wonderful depth of characters that bring them alive. There is a subplot or two which enhances this without in any way taking away from the main plotline, to me this gives the characters that extra depth, that added bit of real life to make them even more believable. A brilliant read and a wonderful main plot line that kept me turning the pages faster and faster. A big 5* from me.
I really enjoy this series (they do stand alone). Biba has a skill of drawing the reader in very quickly and a wonderful depth of characters that bring them alive. There is a subplot or two which enhances this without in any way taking away from the main plotline, to me this gives the characters that extra depth, that added bit of real life to make them even more believable. A brilliant read and a wonderful main plot line that kept me turning the pages faster and faster. A big 5* from me.
December 14, 2022
DCI Rob Miller is on the search for a killer, not just any killer but it's soon evident it's a much bigger case than first known. His hands are being tired from doing his job by his superior who seems to want him in the office directing his people not being hands-on. Rob is having to get hands-on as the number of bodies starts to increase.
DCI Rob Miller is a new father and devoted husband and still gives 100% to his job.
A good story with a lot of twists and a final horrific event that surprises them all.
It's not an edge-of-your-seat story but keeps your interest as you try to figure out who the killer is. The story moves along at a good pace and I liked all the main characters. Thank you NetGalley and publishers Joffe Books for this eARC this is my honest review - I probably would not spend money on the book but I don't regret reading it and find that the story sticks with you after.
This is the first DCI Rob Miller story and I would look to read others.
DCI Rob Miller is a new father and devoted husband and still gives 100% to his job.
A good story with a lot of twists and a final horrific event that surprises them all.
It's not an edge-of-your-seat story but keeps your interest as you try to figure out who the killer is. The story moves along at a good pace and I liked all the main characters. Thank you NetGalley and publishers Joffe Books for this eARC this is my honest review - I probably would not spend money on the book but I don't regret reading it and find that the story sticks with you after.
This is the first DCI Rob Miller story and I would look to read others.
March 21, 2025
This is my first book by this author. I also did not immediately realize that it was book 6 of a series when I started reading it. I know that it is difficult for some not to start with Book 1, but it does not bother me. It is of course true that you cannot follow the storyline of the main character, but you still have the murder case that you can enjoy.
It was a fun experience to meet Rob Miller. He is an interesting character who takes his job seriously and is always alert. He must not only focus on tracking down a ruthless murderer, but also has to deal with bureaucracy, which certainly does not make things any easier.
The killer is very clever and therefore ensures that the police have a hard time discovering the connections between the incidents.
the story exudes an intense atmosphere. This is reinforced by the smooth writing style and the smooth tempo.
I could not have predicted the outcome. It was only at the last minute that I discovered the name of the perpetrator. 5 stars
Thank you
It was a fun experience to meet Rob Miller. He is an interesting character who takes his job seriously and is always alert. He must not only focus on tracking down a ruthless murderer, but also has to deal with bureaucracy, which certainly does not make things any easier.
The killer is very clever and therefore ensures that the police have a hard time discovering the connections between the incidents.
the story exudes an intense atmosphere. This is reinforced by the smooth writing style and the smooth tempo.
I could not have predicted the outcome. It was only at the last minute that I discovered the name of the perpetrator. 5 stars
Thank you
October 27, 2022
Similar to the rest of this series, I had a hard time putting this book down... There were so many twists and turns, and the ending completely shocked me!
I adored the characters that Biba created in this series - they have just enough development to understand and like them, without it overtaking the plot. Throughout the entire series, the setting is something you can envision (and if you follow Biba on Instagram, she often posts pictures of different inspo scenes). Both the city and the police / detective department are described in a way that makes it feel like you are in the book, beside the characters, involved in the event.
Overall, this series has been excellent, and I truly hope we can read more Rob Miller adventures. Add this to your TBR!!!
I adored the characters that Biba created in this series - they have just enough development to understand and like them, without it overtaking the plot. Throughout the entire series, the setting is something you can envision (and if you follow Biba on Instagram, she often posts pictures of different inspo scenes). Both the city and the police / detective department are described in a way that makes it feel like you are in the book, beside the characters, involved in the event.
Overall, this series has been excellent, and I truly hope we can read more Rob Miller adventures. Add this to your TBR!!!
October 30, 2022
Book 6 in the DCI Rob Miller series.
When Rob is called to a body discovered in Soho Square he is appalled to discover the body has been whipped, tied up and dressed in bond age gear with a ball gag inserted in his mouth. Is this a sex game gone wrong or something darker. When the results of the PM come back he knows there's a sadistic killer in the loose.
This is the first book I've read by this author but it certainly won't be the last. With believable, likable characters and a fast paced plot that keeps you hooked I read this book in one day. A brilliant police procedural that I will highly recommend
When Rob is called to a body discovered in Soho Square he is appalled to discover the body has been whipped, tied up and dressed in bond age gear with a ball gag inserted in his mouth. Is this a sex game gone wrong or something darker. When the results of the PM come back he knows there's a sadistic killer in the loose.
This is the first book I've read by this author but it certainly won't be the last. With believable, likable characters and a fast paced plot that keeps you hooked I read this book in one day. A brilliant police procedural that I will highly recommend
November 8, 2022
This was a very enjoyable read. Rob and his team are tasked with the investigation of a murder of a man found in Soho bound and gagged. Another body is found resulting in the initial suspect being ruled out.
I really enjoyed this. The storyline was intriguing and I kept wanting to read another chapter to see what happened next. Just what you want in a book. Rob's father makes an appearance also so that was an interesting sidestory. I have previously read only the first in this series although I have others in my pile to read so I must go and read these now.
My thanks to Joffe Books for an advance copy of this and this is my honest review.
I really enjoyed this. The storyline was intriguing and I kept wanting to read another chapter to see what happened next. Just what you want in a book. Rob's father makes an appearance also so that was an interesting sidestory. I have previously read only the first in this series although I have others in my pile to read so I must go and read these now.
My thanks to Joffe Books for an advance copy of this and this is my honest review.
November 17, 2022
If there is one thing you can rely upon from each book in this series (this is book 6), it’s that from the very beginning it is going to take you on one heck of a journey, the Soho Killer is no exception. I absolutely loved it!
Biba has created a host very believable characters, and this latest novel really builds on that, she also has a talent for generating a marvellous sense of atmosphere – the hairs on the back of my neck were on end during more than one paragraph.
A well-deserved 5 stars from me, this book is dark and intense; I simply couldn’t put it down. (The murders are somewhat gruesome, so probably not for the faint of heart.)
Biba has created a host very believable characters, and this latest novel really builds on that, she also has a talent for generating a marvellous sense of atmosphere – the hairs on the back of my neck were on end during more than one paragraph.
A well-deserved 5 stars from me, this book is dark and intense; I simply couldn’t put it down. (The murders are somewhat gruesome, so probably not for the faint of heart.)
November 19, 2022
Well I never thought Biba Pearce could top the last five British crime mysteries, but she has done it again – her stories just keep getting better and better! Her way of writing in ‘England style’ makes me feel like I’m right there! In this 6th book, Rob Miller sure goes through hell after hell, both personal and work related. I was trying to figure out who the killer was, but I could not, right to the shocking end! I’m looking forward to at least one more story for Rob Miller, as he has one other person to contend with from a book before this one. If you love murder mysteries, you’ll love The Soho Killer! A big kudos to you Biba Pearce, certainly 5+ stars for this one!
December 27, 2022
4.5/5⭐: This could've been the best book in this series and in many ways it is. The killer was always a suspect of mine since he was 1st introduced early on in the series. What made me give this 4.5/5⭐s instead of a solid 5⭐s is that she had to go and make one of the main side characters gay. I mean really? why is it necessary to put that into EVERYTHING these days. One of the reasons I stuck with this series, besides it being fantastic, was that there was no alphabet or political crap in it. But now all of sudden let's through alphabet into the mix? dumb. Hopefully that will be the extent of it because I'd really like to read another in this series.
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