Thank you NetGalley and Hamia Press for the eARC.
This is the promising start of a new series featuring Detective Jacob Knox.
A second woman has disappeared in Dartmoor National Park after the first one went missing six months ago.
After taking his dog Dylan (my favorite character!) to the dog sitter and on his way to headquarters, he's advised of the missing woman and an incredibly difficult case ensues.
Despite his personal problems, sleepless nights and spme sad occurrences, he eventually solves the case with the help of his team.
It's an atmospheric, eerie read which I really enjoyed. I'm looking forward to the next in the series.

Very impressed by this debut crime novel. Excellent lead character and well paced story. Looking forward to next in the series.

Thank you NetGalley and Hamya Press for giving me the opportunity to read Hollow Ground ahead of its release date.

Set against the haunting backdrop of Dartmoor, Hollow Ground: A Devon Murder Mystery by Freya Wallace delivers a chilling blend of mystery, thriller, and horror. When schoolteacher Sophie Parsons disappears during a weekend trek, Detective Inspector Jacob Knox is pulled into a case that feels all too familiar. As he delves into Sophie’s life and the secrets she kept, a web of secrets and connections that extend far beyond her disappearance. Each element genuinely kept me on the edge of my seat!

This book had me hooked from start to finish. Jacob Knox is a fascinating lead, grappling with his own struggles while navigating the complexities of the case. The story is richly layered, with twists that kept me glued to the pages. Get ready for some moments that’ll make you laugh or smile, and a few that might sneak up on you with a tear (or two).

As the first in a series, this is a promising start. I’m excited to see where Knox’s next investigation takes him. If you love atmospheric mysteries with compelling characters and a touch of the macabre, this is definitely worth picking up!