The complete works, (so far)!

These include books from The Torc Trilogy.

Book 1; The Belgae Torc

Book 2; The Gordian Knot

Book 3; Cutting the Gordian Knot (The Final Solution)

The Torc Trilogy follows the adventures of Dr Orlagh Gairne, archaeologist at The National Museum of Ireland as she searches for a lost torc.  Once it has been found she  struggles to deal with its ancient powers. The Torc has a chequered history stretching back to the Iron Age.  Many people throughout history have tried to possess it and harness its powers often with tragic consequences.  

The thrillers begin with The Witness; a psychological thriller which sees Josie MacDonald, a landscape artist striving to outwit a serial killer who haunts not only her life but the lives of her friends.  

The Cellist; my second thriller focuses more on the police investigation into the mysterious deaths of musicians.  DI Terry Ashton and his partner DS Isobel Woods work tirelessly to track down the killer before he strikes again.  Mia Ashton, Terry's daughter, a rising star in the classical music world attracts the attention of the killer.  Can her father and the might of the Metropolitan Police Force keep her safe or is it too late?  

The Photographer; focuses more on the lives of the victims and sees DS Woods investigating a case of abduction and murder.  

Characters, places and references from all three books appear across the range and although I have tried to write each book as a standalone novel it would be advantageous to have read them in order.

Further books in this 'series' are expected with Woods involved in another case later this year.  

My books are available on both Kindle and as paperbacks from Amazon and all good online book sellers such as Waterstones and Barnes and Noble.

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Short story in progress

Another short story or will it morph into something more?

 

I have been working these last four weeks, helping out at my previous employer who is particularly busy and short staffed at the moment.

This unfortunately has had a detrimental on my completing the novel that I have been writing these past few months.  Its almost finished and as you can imagine has reached a critical stage where the plot comes together and the twists and turns become relevant.  I have made loads of notes and prompts throughout the writing process but now feel that I need to read through the manuscript before continuing to the finale.  I'm back to work next week so this will have to wait until I have more time and can focus on this critical part of the writing process.

However, the itch to write needs to be scratched so I began to write a short story yesterday.  Having introduced the characters and laid down the foundations for the plot I now feel that it could develop into a novella or perhaps something longer.  Only time will tell and of course the cajoling characters who are constantly making their thoughts known.  

Their thoughts or my thoughts?

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A thriller, the plot continues...

 The Photographer my latest thriller.

‘Suddenly he was there beside her.  She could sense him, his shadow a spirit come to claim her soul, Blinking rapidly in an attempt to clear her vision she believed that if she could make eye contact with him she could appeal to his conscience – but she was mistaken. He was no longer there…’

            Professional photographer Matthew Cunningham returns home from a successful assignment in Paris and upon realising the loss of his camera case, he panics, not only does it contain expensive photographic equipment, but also hundreds of stored images. 

           Several days later, his girlfriend Libby Ellis receives an anonymous package containing both photographs of the models Matt works with and also herself. 

After a meeting, Libby fails to return home and Detective Sergeant Isobel Woods begins investigating her disappearance.  Struggling with internal politics and a boss intent on discrediting her, she is told to solve the case as quickly as possible.  However, events take an unexpected turn.

           Gradually women connected to Matt are drawn into the nightmare and DS Woods suspects his involvement.  Co-operating with the police while secretly negotiating with the abductor, Matt risks incriminating himself and is left with no option but to gamble with the lives of those closest to him.

This book continues the adventures of DS Isobel Woods and other characters from my previous thrillers The Witness and The Cellist.

Available from Amazon on kindle or as a paperback from all good on-line book stores including Waterstones and Barnes and Noble.

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The Final Solution.

 Cutting the Gordian Knot (The Final Solution) is now available from Amazon at just 99p or $1.37 as a Kindle download.

Two months after their disastrous holiday, Orlagh and Jerry are at home in Ireland recovering from their terrifying ordeal. The Belgae Torc is at last on display at the National Museum and Orlagh is under increasing pressure to divide her time between her work at the museum and heading up an archaeological dig in County Meath. She is convinced that an ancient battle between Iron Age tribes took place here and is determined to prove her theory, but as archaeologists begin to unearth the truth, they are faced with some unexpected surprises.

Meanwhile, on the other side of the Atlantic, Jack Harrington is making discoveries of his own and finds himself juggling personal and professional commitments.  His organisation is still recovering from recent events in the Mediterranean and is loathed to be drawn into another deadly conflict, but like it or not, there are unresolved issues that cannot be avoided.

The Phoenix Legion is about to implement the final phase of its master plan and this time Schiffer is convinced that nothing can stop him from realising his goal.

With the past merging with the present, the elements of a deadly conclusion are finally coming together. Will history repeat itself or can another worldwide catastrophe be avoided?  

The final book in The Torc Trilogy, Cutting the Gordian Knot brings this epic adventure to an end.

This offer is for a limited period only so don't miss out, download your copy today by visiting Amazon Books.

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The Gordian Knot

 

The Gordian Knot the second book in The Torc Trilogy is currently on offer from Amazon as a Kindle download.  At just £0.99 or $1.37, this is for a limited period only.

The Gordian Knot, second book in The Torc Trilogy begins twelve months after the traumatic adventure that almost cost Orlagh her life.  

The Aegean coast in the Mediterranean is a fitting location for an archaeologist to spend a few weeks enjoying the ancient sites of Anatolia.  Orlagh and her partner Jerry were looking forward to relaxing in the sun, enjoy each other’s company and do ordinary things for a while, but fate is about to intervene. 

The Belgae Torc, Jack Harrington and The Phoenix Legion are far from her thoughts but as these elements are drawn inexplicably together, Orlagh once again finds herself in the middle of another terrifying nightmare.     

The Gordian Knot, a special offer.

The Gordian Knot second book in The Torc Trilogy is now on offer from Amazon at just £0.99 or $0.99 as a kindle download.

The Belgae Torc is included in this offer for just a few more hours so don't delay, take advantage of this fabulous offer and download your copies today.

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The Gordian Knot

Twelve months has passed since the traumatic events that almost claimed her life and Dr Orlagh Gairne is looking forward to a well-earned holiday.  With her partner, Jerry, they jet off for the Aegean coast where they plan to make the most of the Mediterranean sun and visit the ancient sites of Anatolia.

The Phoenix Legion, still reeling from a humiliating defeat, have re-grouped and are now planning the next phase of their quest.  They are in possession of the Belgae Torc, but this is not enough to ensure total power so they must rely on the druids and their connection with the spirit world.

Whilst searching for treasure in the Sea of Azov, Jack Harrington and his team make an unexpected discovery and with the past merging with the present are unable to avoid being drawn in to another deadly battle.

The Belgae Torc, Jack Harrington and The Phoenix Legion are far from her thoughts, but as Orlagh enjoys her holiday with the man she loves, these forces come together.  Will she manage to avoid another conflict or will she become a victim of circumstances that are beyond her control?

 

The Belgae Torc

The Belgae Torc, the first book in The Torc Trilogy is currently on offer from Amazon as a Kindle download.  At just £0.99 or $0.99 this has been set for just a limited period only.

 

The Belgae Torc is the first book in The Torc Trilogy. 

The story of the Belgae Torc begins in the Iron Age and the first 10% of book one is dedicated to describing the beginning of this epic journey.

Don’t be put off by the first part of this book because part two brings you up to date with Orlagh and the modern day characters.

Some readers may think that the book is all about the Iron Age, but it's not.  The rest of the book is a modern day story with links to recent history.

The other books in The Torc Trilogy are:- The Gordian Knot and Cutting the Gordian Knot (The Final Solution).

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