As it is becoming a tradition for me with all the books by Robert Bryndza, I cannot wait to get my hands on every new book written by this amazing author. This was not an exception and thank you very much to Netgalle for this opportunity, as I savoured his new addition to my ebook library!

Never a Dull Moment

If you're a fan of Robert Byndza's Erika Foster series, then you'll surely love Kate Marshall as well. Even if you haven't read either series yet, but enjoy a well-written detective story set in picturesque surroundings, this book is sure to delight you.

Kate used to be a police detective but is now running a holiday business and private detective agency with her former co-worker and friend, Tristan. Kate is a recovering alcoholic who has had a complicated past, including having a child with a serial killer. Despite her difficult history, she is a fascinating character that readers can't help but root for and be intrigued by.

Kate and Tristan are gradually building their business and earning a positive reputation. One day, they are approached by a grandmother who seeks their help in finding her missing grandson, who vanished years ago during a family camping trip. Kate and Tristan are tasked with following clues and a trail that had long gone cold.

As they investigate, Tristan is surprised to discover that someone he knows is connected to the case, and Kate is overcoming a health scare that has shaken her confidence. While searching for answers about the missing boy, Kate uncovers ties to another murder. Is the murder of someone assigned to protect children linked to her missing child? Was there something sinister going on within the family, and will the secret of the missing boy remain hidden?

As Kate and Tristan follow a twisting trail of clues, they realize that their investigation will have a significant impact on many lives. Although it becomes apparent early on what has happened, reaching the final revelation is still a satisfying experience, and the realistic outcome has consequences that aren't always happy.

What sets this book apart is its well-crafted characters. Bryndza is not afraid to show how vulnerable Kate is, and her sobriety is an ongoing process rather than a quick fix. The conflict between Tristan and his sister reflects the dynamics of real families.

Thank you to NetGalley and all involved in the decision of my receiving an advanced copy of this book. I am a huge fan and will read any book by this author arc or not hands down 5 stars every time.

Overall, this is an excellent detective procedural for readers who enjoy the genre. While it's not necessary to read the previous books in the series, doing so will enhance your understanding of the characters and their journey. Fans of Erika Foster and Kate Marshall will undoubtedly be excited about the next installment.

Thank you to NetGalley and all involved in the decision of my receiving an advanced copy of this book. I am a huge fan and will read any book by this author arc or not hands down 5 stars every time.

Devils way was more than just amazing from start to finish! Kate and Tristan really are an unstoppable and loveable duo. This missing child case is far from ordinary with some very unique leads and persons of interest. I was hooked from the very beginning.

I absolutely adore the Kate Marshall series and I was delighted to get the opportunity to review the newest book. I loved the plot and read the book over one sitting as I was so engrossed. It was a brilliant read and I look forward to reading Kate Marshall books for many years to come!

I found Devil's Way to be a fabulous thriller and a great introduction from the new to me author, Robert Bryndza. Five stars.

Another fantastic book by Robert brynza. He’s now one of those authors for me that I don’t even need to read the blurb I know I’m just going to love reading the book.
Like all of his other books, you get hooked from the beginning.
I love he relationship between Kate and Tristan. Both great characters.
Thank you to netgalley and the authors for allowing me to read this book.

Love Robert Brynza. Fantastic author who's books keep me gripped everything. Love the new Kate Marshal book. Great characters as per usual and a great storyline. Kept me guessing and a fabulous read.

I was blown away by this thrilling and suspenseful story. One of the things that I loved about Devil’s Way was the way in which the author kept me guessing throughout the story
Many thanks to Raven Street Publishing and to NetGalley for providing me with a galley in exchange for my honest opinion.

Another five star review for the next book in the series. Robert Bryndza is one of those authors that you can’t wait for the next book and automatically pre-order it. It was great to meet the usual characters again. We hear a bit more about their lives whilst we go on a rollercoaster ride to find out the ending. Creepy, scary and just brilliant.

This is the fourth book in the series featuring Private Investigator Kate Marshall. I hadn’t read any of the previous books but found it wored well as a stand-alone. The book opens with Kate in hospital after a near fatal swimming accident. She meets Jean, who is in the next bed, who on discovering that Kate is a a Private Investigator asks her if she can investigate the case of her grandson Charlie who went missing eleven years ago aged three. Kate agrees to take on the case with her partner Tristan but soon realises that this is no straightforward case. Was there a tragic accident or something suspicious as Kate believes that Jean is hiding events from her past. When a social worker who was connected to the family is brutally murdered Kate and Tristan realise that this is going to be a difficult case to solve. This book was a good entertaining read, with lots of twists and turns and a gripping conclusion. A highly recommended read.
Thanks to Netgalley and Raven Street publishers for giving me the opportunity to read and review this book,

Immersive and intriguing storytelling which kept me hooked throughout. Bittersweet ending. Thanks for the opportunity to read.

I definitely enjoyed this but didn't find the guilty party to be believable. Those characters were too far removed to be plausible. This reads like the pilot episode, setting up developments of characters as well as wrinkles for future stories.

Kate Marshall and her associate Tristan were drawn into their first investigation as private investigators. When Kate met Jean in hospital she would hear the tragic tale of Jean’s grandson who has been missing for 11 years. Jean just wants to know what happened to Charlie and this starts a very complicated investigation for Kate and Tristan. Following in the footsteps of the original investigation leads to murder and new danger for Kate and she believes she may have taken on too much. It’s a book that makes you want to read right to the very last page for a full reveal and the tragedies in life.
Thank you NetGalley and (publisher) for sending this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own.

This story was gripping and had me reading without wanting to put it down.

Kate is a strong detective and has a very precise way of handling things. A definite must read. This is the latest in the series but can be read as a standalone, though the whole series is great.

Kate Marshall and Tristan Harper have a PI business. Kate swims every day and has a near death experience. She wakes up in the hospital. While in the hospital she meets a woman whose grandson went missing 11 years ago. She agrees to take the case to see if they can find answers. A very good story line to keep your interest.

What a great work of fiction. I read this book in two days, it was hard to put down as was so gripping. The story is set around Kate and Tristan, private investigators hired to look into a case of a three year old boy who went missing eleven years previously. Set on Dartmoor the young boy disappears whilst on a family camping trip. The story is full of twists and turns, cleverly drawing the reader in with intriguing descriptions of the area where the disappearance occurred.
I did guess what the outcome would be about a third of the way through the story but it was still compelling to read. I would highly recommend to anyone who likes a good crime mystery

I really liked this book to begin with and even recommended it to a friend who shares my love of a great crime drama series. Unfortunately, from about halfway through I became less convinced of the characters and the plot, especially the way in which the two private detectives were invited into the police procedural and the way in which the family operated at the end of the book.

“Devil’s Way” is the fourth instalment in the Kate Marshall thriller series and boy oh boy what a series this is shaping up to be!


The character development and new storylines in each new book, leave me feeling each time that this is the best one yet. This series really is a fantastic read!


“Devil’s Way” doesn’t beat the original “Nine Elms” as that’s my all-time favourite of the series to date, but it certainly gave it a good run for its money.


I for one can’t wait to read more in this series and I love suggesting this series to other crime thriller enthusiasts.


4.5 Stars – Highly Recommend Series!


Publication Date: 12th January 2023


Thank you to #NetGalley, #RavenStreetPublishing, and #RobertBryndza for an ARC of #DevilsWay in exchange for an honest review.

I need to read more of this author. A great book that I had to keep reading.

This is another in the series about Kate and Tristan who run a private investigation business. I haven't read all the others, but it didn't matter, I was quickly absorbed by this plot.
I love a twisty, turny novel and this didn't disappoint and kept me turning the pages well into the small hours.

Great read, thoroughly recommend it.

Now to catch up on the ones I've missed.

This is the first of Robert's books I've read and I loved it. It's always nice to try a new author and I really liked the writing style and the strong characters. This is one of those books you can't put down because you can't wait to find out what's going to happen next.
Great book with lots of twists and turns to maintain the suspense.