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Shadow Sands

The heart-racing Kate Marshall thriller from international bestseller Robert Bryndza
By Robert Bryndza
Series: Kate Marshall
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In Shadow Sands by Robert Bryndza, a forensic pathologist and a former detective team up to investigate a mysterious death near a reservoir. As they delve deeper, they uncover a series of unsettling occurrences and unravel secrets that put both of their lives in peril. Set against a gripping and atmospheric backdrop, the story blends suspense and unexpected twists.
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This crime and thriller novel might appeal to you if you're drawn to gripping mysteries set in atmospheric locations, complete with suspenseful twists and intriguing characters. It's perfect for readers who enjoy intense investigations led by a strong, determined protagonist facing formidable secrets in a seemingly tranquil setting.

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The sensational new thriller by multi-million bestselling author, Robert Bryndza. Kate Marshall faces her toughest challenge yet: hunting down a disturbing serial killer hiding in plain sight . . .

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The Unmissable New Thriller from the Internationally Bestselling Author of The Girl in the Ice and Nine Elms Robert Bryndza __________ 'You can't help turning the pages hungrily to see what happens next' The Times 'Taut, atmospheric and spooky, Shadow Sands is truly chilling' JP Delaney

When Kate Marshall finds the body of a young man floating in the Shadow Sands reservoir, the authorities label it a tragic accident.

But the details don’t add up: why was he there in the middle of the night? If he was such a strong swimmer, how did he drown? As Kate and her assistant Tristan Harper follow the evidence, they make a far darker discovery...

This is only the latest victim in a series of bloody murders dating back decades. A mythic serial killer is said to hide in the rolling fog, abducting his victims like a phantom. And when another woman is taken, Kate and Tristan have a matter of days to save her from meeting the same fate.

__________ What Readers Are Saying About Shadow Sands 'Another top class novel full of mystery, tension and dark secrets... The more I read, the more I am loving this series and, seeing how this one has ended, I cannot wait for book three' 'Rob Bryndza is one of the best authors I have read, I love his books' 'Dark, disturbing yet every bit as thrilling as Nine Elms. I just know there are more thrills and chills awaiting us in future books in the series. Kudos to the author as he has well and truly nailed it' 'Bryndza has done it again. The second episode in the Kate Marshall series was just excellent. Full of excitement, danger and mystery, it was a brilliant read'

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  • Darkness Falls
    THE UNMISSABLE NEW THRILLER FROM THE INTERNATIONALLY BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE GIRL IN THE ICE, NINE ELMS AND SHADOW SANDS, ROBERT BRYNDZA The third Kate Marshall thriller, is the best one yet! The Times 'An exciting, riveting read from a master storyteller who never disappoints'—Rachel Abbott, author of The Murder Game 'A gripping page-turner that gets darker and darker ....
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  • Nine Elms
    'The perfect book for Erika Foster fans. It has all the same vibes - but MORE. I actually think this is Robert Bryndza's best book yet.' 'A gripping read that I could not put down' 'What an absolutely stunning start to what promises to be a brilliant new series' __________ From the breakthrough international bestselling author of The Girl in...
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  • Shadow Sands
    The Unmissable New Thriller from the Internationally Bestselling Author of The Girl in the Ice and Nine Elms Robert Bryndza __________ 'You can't help turning the pages hungrily to see what happens next' The Times 'Taut, atmospheric and spooky, Shadow Sands is truly chilling' JP Delaney When Kate Marshall finds the body of a young man floating in the Shadow...
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Shadow Sands by Robert Bryndza is praised for its gripping narrative and unyielding suspense. The compelling atmosphere and chilling twists keep readers eagerly engaged. Critics appreciate Bryndza’s talent as a prominent voice in British crime fiction, delivering a thriller that is both taut and atmospheric.

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ISBN: 9780751572773

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 June 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Sphere

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 124.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 260g

Pages: 384

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About the Author

Robert Bryndza is the author of the international #1 bestselling Detective Erika Foster series and the Kate Marshall series. Robert's books have sold over 4 million copies and have been translated into 29 languages. He is British and lives in Slovakia.

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  • Darkness Falls
    THE UNMISSABLE NEW THRILLER FROM THE INTERNATIONALLY BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE GIRL IN THE ICE, NINE ELMS AND SHADOW SANDS, ROBERT BRYNDZA The third Kate Marshall thriller, is the best one yet! The Times 'An exciting, riveting read from a master storyteller who never disappoints'—Rachel Abbott, author of The Murder Game 'A gripping page-turner that gets darker and darker ....
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    Her eyes are wide open. Her lips parted as if to speak. Her dead body frozen in the ice... She is not the only one. When a young boy discovers the body of a woman beneath a thick sheet of ice in a South London park, Detective Erika Foster is called in to lead the murder investigation. The victim, a...
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    'The perfect book for Erika Foster fans. It has all the same vibes - but MORE. I actually think this is Robert Bryndza's best book yet.' 'A gripping read that I could not put down' 'What an absolutely stunning start to what promises to be a brilliant new series' __________ From the breakthrough international bestselling author of The Girl in...
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    Absolutely brilliant... impossible to put this book down! ... A must read - The Quiet Knitter If the Night Stalker is watching, you're already dead... In the dead of a swelteringly hot summer's night, Detective Erika Foster is called to a murder scene. The victim, a doctor, is found suffocated in bed. His wrists are bound and his eyes bulging...
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