Bøker av Sally Rigby

A chilly morning mist blankets the Cornish countryside, shrouding the barn in an eerie silence. Inside, a woman lies motionless, her unseeing eyes fixed on the rafters above.

What happens when someone's too scared to speak? Ex-police officer Sebastian Clifford had decided to limit his work as a private investigator, until Detective Constable Bird, aka Birdie, asks for his help. Twelve months ago, a young girl was abandoned on the streets of Market Harborough in shocking circumstances. Since then, the child has barely spoken and with the police unable to trace her identity, they've given up. The social services team in charge of the case worry that the child has an intellectual disability but Birdie and her aunt, who's fostering the little girl, disagree and believe she's gifted and intelligent, but something bad happened and she's living in constant fear. Clifford trusts Birdie's instinct and together they work to find out who the girl is, so she can be freed from the past. But as secrets are uncovered, the pair realise it's not just the child who's in danger. Speak No Evil is the second in the Detective Sebastian Clifford series. Perfect for readers of Faith Martin, Matt Brolly and Joy Ellis. What readers are saying about Speak No Evil: 'Gripping. This was compulsive reading, from start to finish. My one regret is I've finished it. I can't wait for the next one.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This is a wonderful addition to this thrilling series! Wonderful well-written plot... Love the well fleshed-out characters and found them believable. Great suspense and action... Such a thrilling read that I couldn't put it down.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This is a terrific read.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I couldn't put this one down... what a great twist in the end... so looking forward to book 3.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Excellent. Love this series... well thought-out characters and splendid plot... Thoroughly recommend, try it.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A winner! Great stories and great characters... Just up my street.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Loved it. Another great read... Love the characters.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Theories that thrill. Realities that kill. A ticking clock. When an esteemed criminology professor is found lifeless at an international conference, it's up to DCI Whitney Walker and forensic psychologist Dr Georgina Cavendish to unravel the mystery. The professor had unveiled 'Death's Shadow' - a ground-breaking but unsettling theory that could redefine the understanding of serial killers. The theory captivated and unnerved scholars, leaving a lingering air of dread within the conference halls. When another delegate meets a gruesome end, it becomes horrifyingly clear: the conference has become a hunting ground. Is Death's Shadow serving as a blueprint for a real-life killer, or has the professor's intellectual arrogance unwittingly unleashed a monster? Time is running out. As the conference draws to a close, Cavendish and Walker must decode a mind warped by twisted logic. Lives hang in the balance - can they crack the case before Death's Shadow strikes again? For fans of Rachel Abbott, Angela Marsons and M.A. Comley, Death's Shadow is the thirteenth book in the Cavendish & Walker crime fiction series. What readers are saying about this series: 'Brilliant read. This is a must if you love a good story. I've read all the Cavendish & Walker books, all well written and brilliant plots in all of them.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Clever, exciting and gripping from the start... this is possibly the best so far! I love the twists and turns in the plot. Sally is a master at this.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I don't want to read another series until I've finished this. Brilliant read. Next one please.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'You've done it again, Sally... I really couldn't put this one down.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Family ties... Buried lies... A life on the line. Detective Sebastian Clifford and his partner Lucinda 'Birdie' Bird are about to embark on their most challenging case yet when Lady Angelica Charing tasks them with finding the son she secretly gave away when she was only sixteen. Time's running out. This long-lost son isn't just a missing puzzle piece, he's the last hope for a life-saving kidney transplant for his dying half-brother. The stakes couldn't be higher. With the Charing family's reputation on the line, Clifford and Birdie must operate under the radar, cutting through years of concealed truths. As the deadline approaches, they race to find the missing son and persuade him to make a life-altering choice. Can they solve the case and save a life before time runs out? Dive into a world of hidden identities and urgent choices in Wake The Past. What readers are saying about this series: 'I hadn't come across Sally Rigby before - my loss! I thoroughly enjoyed the characters and the plot. I read the whole book in two sittings as I had difficulty putting it down.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Another brilliant crime book by Sally Rigby. Kept me engaged throughout and once started I could not put it down (I literally read this book in 1 day). Lots of twists and turns throughout the book to keep the reading guessing and engaged.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A great page-turner! Loved this book as it's well written, would also make a great TV series... So looking forward to reading the next book in the series.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I love Sally's writing style. It's fast-paced and exciting. The twists and turns keep you guessing until the end. The characters are likeable and complex and, more importantly, believable.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This book helped me to get out of my "funk". I really missed reading and I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It's easy to read and engaging.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I have loved all of Sally Rigby's books - the Cavendish & Walker series is amazing and wondered if the new one, featuring the new character Sebastian Clifford, would match up to it. YES IT DOES! Loved the book so much and now can't wait for the follow-up! Sally does it again! Brilliant.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

A million pound heist. A man on the run. And a gang hellbent on seeking revenge. When private investigator Detective Sebastian Clifford is asked by his former society girlfriend to locate her fiancé, who's disappeared along with some valuable pieces of art, he's reluctant to help. He'd left the aristocratic world behind, for good reason. But when his ex starts receiving threatening letters, Clifford is left with no choice. With the help of his partner Lucinda Bird, aka Birdie, they start digging and find themselves drawn into London's underworld. But it's hard to see the truth between the shadows and lies. Until a clue leads them in the direction of Clifford's nemesis and he realises they're all in more danger than he thought. The race is on to find the missing man and the art before lives are lost. A perfect mix of mystery, intrigue and danger that will delight fans of detective stories. 'Hidden from Sight' is the fourth in the bestselling, fast-paced, Midland Crime Thriller series, featuring Clifford and Birdie, and the most gripping yet. Tap the link, grab your copy, and see if you can solve the crime. What readers are saying about Hidden From Sight: 'Twists and turns, edge of the seat stuff!... This is a super series already! This story had me on the edge of my seat... definitely had my heart racing... Brilliant!!' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'What a romping good story. Well worth a read if you like great storylines and humour.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A fast page-turner with a good plot... Can't wait to read next book in series.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A great read. Just love her style and the characters. This one is a winner.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Seb and Birdie, as usual, make a great crime-busting team... enough twists in the tale to keep you on the edge of your seat.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

A vicious attack. A dirty secret. And a chance for justice Ex-police officer Sebastian Clifford is quickly finding that life as a private investigator is never quiet. His doors have only been open a few weeks when DCI Whitney Walker approaches him to investigate the brutal attack that left her older brother, Rob, with irreversible brain damage. For nearly twenty-five years, Rob had no memory of that night, but lately things are coming back to him, and Whitney's worried that her brother might, once again, be in danger. Clifford knows only too well what it's like be haunted by the past, and so he agrees to help. But the deeper he digs, the more secrets he uncovers, and soon he discovers that Rob's not the only one in danger. Never Too Late is the third in the Detective Sebastian Clifford series, perfect for readers who love gripping crime fiction. What readers are saying about Never Too Late: 'I love this series. I am addicted... Good stories, all unique.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I had trouble putting this book down, the third amazing story in the Sebastian Clifford series; can't wait to start Hidden from Sight.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A real treat! Well-written, great plots, and the characters are believable. And D C Bird, aka Birdie, is a breath of fresh air.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'An addictive series.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Great characters that you cannot help but love. A page-turner too, I could hardly put it down until I'd read to the end.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The truth will set you free... except when it doesn't... Private investigator Sebastian Clifford and his partner Birdie, step into the world of celebrity when a star of children's TV turns to them for help. She's being blackmailed by someone who knows about her murky past and she's desperate to keep it hidden. But silence comes at a price, and it's one she can't afford to pay. Clifford, who knows better than anyone what it's like to be punished for one mistake, agrees to help. But, as they dig deeper, they discover that everyone has secrets, and some are dark enough to kill for. Can they find the blackmailer before it's too late and save the reputation... and the life... of a beloved star? Fear the Truth is the fifth in the best-selling Sebastian Clifford thriller series, and is a perfect blend of mystery, mayhem and danger. Grab your copy now and see if you can face the truth. What readers are saying about Fear the Truth: 'I was hooked!... very hard to put down!... I cannot stress enough how much I have enjoyed this series!!' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Excellent. That was a real rollercoaster ride... Love the character's Sebastian and Birdie they make a great team." Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Sit back and enjoy the various twists and turns in this excellent yarn. Carefully plotted and well-paced, this is one book not to be missed.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This series is brilliant. I have bought them all so far and can't wait for the next one.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Excellent. I'm absolutely loving this series and I can never wait to read the next one. I definitely recommend these books and the author.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

A trail of secrets. A dangerous discovery. A deadly turn. Police officer Sebastian Clifford never planned on becoming a private investigator. But when a scandal leads to the disbandment of his London-based special squad, he finds himself out of a job. That is, until his cousin calls on him to investigate her husband's high-profile death to prove that it wasn't a suicide. Clifford's reluctant to get involved, but the more he digs, the more evidence he finds. With his ability to remember everything he's ever seen, he's the perfect person to untangle the layers of deceit. He meets Detective Constable Bird, an underutilised detective at Market Harborough's police force, who refuses to give him access to the records he's requested unless he allows her to help with the investigation. Clifford isn't thrilled. The last time he worked as part of a team it ended his career. But with time running out, Clifford is out of options. Together they must wade through the web of lies in the hope that they'll find the truth before it kills them. Web of Lies is the first in the Detective Sebastian Clifford series. Perfect for readers of Joy Ellis, Robert Galbraith and Mark Dawson. What readers are saying about Web of Lies: 'I hadn't come across Sally Rigby before - my loss! I thoroughly enjoyed the characters and the plot. I read the whole book in two sittings as I had difficulty putting it down.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Another brilliant crime book by Sally Rigby. Kept me engaged throughout and once started I could not put it down (I literally read this book in 1 day). Lots of twists and turns throughout the book to keep the reading guessing and engaged.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A great page-turner! Loved this book as it's well written, would also make a great TV series... So looking forward to reading the next book in the series.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I love Sally's writing style. It's fast-paced and exciting. The twists and turns keep you guessing until the end. The characters are likeable and complex and, more importantly, believable.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This book helped me to get out of my "funk". I really missed reading and I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It's easy to read and engaging.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I have loved all of Sally Rigby's books - the Cavendish & Walker series is amazing and wondered if the new one, Web of Lies featuring the new character Sebastian Clifford, would match up to it. YES IT DOES! Loved the book so much and now can't wait for the follow-up! Sally does it again! Brilliant.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Her eyes flutter open, but it's dark, and she can only make out shadows. She winces as tight cords dig into the soft skin of her arms, immobilising her. Where am I?

The judge has spoken... everyone must die.

Has the Lenchester Strangler returned?

Someone's playing with fire... There's no escape.

Someone is watching... No one is safe.

A vigilante is on the loose, dishing out their kind of justice...

Someone has a secret. A secret worth killing for...

Catch the train if you dare...

A killer is playing deadly games with local students... and the only prize is murder.

Scream all you want, no one can hear you....

An uninvited guest... a deadly secret... and a terrible crime.

The game is over... there's nowhere to hide.

Nothing remains buried forever...

"Detective Lauren Pengelly has only been part of the Penzance police force for less than two years, but that's enough time to know that the sleepy Cornish town doesn't see many murders. So, when the bones of a woman with a hole in her skull are discovered behind a derelict cottage, she immediately assumes the worst. Rallying her team, Lauren is flooded with a strange sense of relief when the bones turn out to be almost twenty years old, not a recent victim. But it quickly turns to dread when she receives her second heart-stopping call of the day--little girl, Isla, has been kidnapped from her nursery and seemingly vanished, despite strict security in the building. Are the two cases connected, or could the peaceful town of Penzance be harbouring more than one monster? With the help of Detective Matt Price, her newly arrived second-in-command, Lauren is certain the suspicious behaviour of Isla's estranged father on the day of her disappearance is a critical clue. But when another little girl is taken, again from her nursery in the middle of the day, it's clear Lauren and Matt are still dangerously far away from discovering the harrowing truth"--Back cover.

What happens when someone's too scared to speak? Ex-police officer Sebastian Clifford had decided to limit his work as a private investigator, until Detective Constable Bird, aka Birdie, asks for his help.Twelve months ago a young girl was abandoned on the streets of Market Harborough in shocking circumstances. Since then the child has barely spoken and with the police unable to trace her identity, they've given up.The social services team in charge of the case worry that the child has an intellectual disability but Birdie and her aunt, who's fostering the little girl, disagree and believe she's gifted and intelligent, but something bad happened and she's living in constant fear.Clifford trusts Birdie's instinct and together they work to find out who the girl is, so she can be freed from the past. But as secrets are uncovered, the pair realise it's not just the child who's in danger.Speak No Evil is the second in the Detective Sebastian Clifford series. Perfect for readers of Faith Martin, Matt Brolly and Joy Ellis.

Has the Lenchester Strangler returned?When a murderer leaves a familiar pink scarf as his calling card, Detective Chief Inspector Whitney Walker is forced to dig into a cold case, not sure if she's looking for a killer or a copycat. With a growing pile of bodies, and no clues, she turns to forensic psychologist, Dr Georgina Cavendish, despite their relationship being at an all-time low.Can they overcome the bad blood between them to solve the unsolvable?For fans of Rachel Abbott, Angela Marsons and M A Comley, Last Breath is the fifth book in the Cavendish & Walker crime fiction series.