Slaughterhouse Farm
by T. Orr Munro
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Pub Date 25 May 2023 | Archive Date 26 May 2023
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Description
’Compelling crime fiction with a beating heart of authenticity’ Hayley Scrivenor, author of Dirt Town
’Brimming with suspense!’ Heather Darwent, author of Sunday Times bestseller The Things We Do To Our Friends
‘CSI Ally Dymond is a gem, engaging, relatable, smart – everything you want in a main character’ Trevor Wood, author of The Man on the Street
A family secret worth killing for…
In the dead of night, 72-year-old Miriam Narracott is found wandering on Exmoor, holding a knife and covered in blood. Inside the family farmhouse lies the body of her adult son, Gabe.
CSI Ally Dymond is on compassionate leave, but when approached by the new DI, recently arrived from London and eager to have Ally's keen eye and local knowledge on the case, she finds herself being drawn back in.
With their only suspect Miriam unwilling – or unable – to talk, the team must dig into the family’s history to uncover a motive. Instead they find evidence that Gabe was involved with a criminal network, suggesting a completely different chain of events. But if Miriam isn’t the killer – then who is?
The gripping second novel in the CSI Ally Dymond series.
‘Shot through with wit and peopled by characters you care about’ Gill Perdue, author of If I Tell
‘T. Orr Munro has weaved such an intricate story, she’ll have you guessing right until the end’ Sophia Spiers, author of The Call of Cassandra Rose
‘A well-written, perfectly plotted novel that hooked me in right from the prologue’ Diane Jeffrey, author of The Guilty Mother
Readers can’t get enough of CSI Ally Dymond!
‘This story was so well written and captures you hook, line and sinker straight away’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Fast paced and incredibly twisty. The storylines and characters are fantastic. I'm a huge Ally fan and I can't wait for the next one’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘A carefully crafted cast and a compelling and credible narrative makes this an immersive tale with a solid mystery to unravel. Fast moving and engaging’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘If you enjoy the plot rich, character rich novels of William Shaw and Elly Griffiths you should have a look at this series’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Available Editions
| EDITION | Ebook |
| ISBN | 9780008479848 |
| PRICE | £3.99 (GBP) |
| PAGES | 320 |
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Featured Reviews
Sandra R, Reviewer
Having devoured and loved Breakneck Point I couldn't wait to read the 2nd book in the CSI Ally Dymond series. It's absolutely fantastic and I loved it. Roll on book 3!
Ally is on compassionate leave after the events in Breakneck Point and not really knowing what her future holds when the new DI Harriet Moore approaches her for her take on a new case.
A holidaying family had discovered Miriam Narracott wandering on Exmoor holding a bloody knife and seemingly in a catatonic state. When the police arrive at Slaughterhouse Farm they discover the body of her eldest son Gabe who has been viciously attacked.
Ally finds herself drawn into the case and does a little detective work of her own. Meanwhile her daughter Megan is wanting her life back and is annoyed at her mother's softly softly approach. She's happy when Ally lets her friend stay in the cabin with her.
As the team investigate it seems that they will have to delve into MIriam's past and that of the family. Gabe's brother whom Ally has a connection with has a cast iron alibi for that night. As they delve deeper they find that their lives are interwoven with secrets.
There's also another story running alongside featuring characters from the previous book. I did feel sad at what happened to Megan's friend. We also learn about Miriam's earlier life which definitely adds to the story.
Fast paced and incredibly twisty. The storylines and characters are fantastic. I'm a huge Ally fan and I can't wait for the next one (and maybe a little true romance for Ally!). Five stars here!
Jessica T, Reviewer
This story was so well written and captures you hook, line and sinker straight away. Ally is a csi, she’s on leave because her daughter was groomed and nearly killed by a man whom no one else would investigar, ally took it further and saved her daughter. Now she’s considering leaving her job, she’s overprotective of her daughter due to past events and she avoids any chance of a love life.. then a new DI asks for her advice, her help and ultimately ally can’t stay away from her true calling
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I loved Breakneck Point, and I loved this more. Ally’s character is more rounded as are all of those around her, the plot more complex and and there were twists and turns I just didn’t see coming. I think this is a great series already with so much scope for the future. Look forward to the next one!
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