About the book

A Friend’s Fear, a Web of Lies When a chance introduction by his newfound love plunges Detective Sergeant Josh Anderson into a mystery he can’t ignore, nothing will ever be the same. Her best friend, marked by a terror that lingers long after a chilling, unexplained incident, becomes the catalyst for an investigation that quickly defies the ordinary. Though initial probes reveal no overt criminal activity, the haunted look in her eyes and the superficial answers he gathers fuel Josh’s determination to dig deeper. As whispers of duplicity ripple through a once-tight-knit circle, every subtle clue hints at a far more sinister plot lurking beneath the surface. Balancing duty with personal ties, Josh finds himself on a precarious path where each uncovered secret leads to new questions—and danger. In a world where trust is fragile and hidden agendas abound, he must risk everything to expose the crime that threatens to shatter lives. Threats of Death is the third book in The Reluctant Detective Series in Modern Contemporary Fiction by T M Goble. An complex and unusual murder mystery novel. Threats of Death can be read as a standalone story.

Setting: North of England mill town  

Tone: Cozy, character-led mystery with intrigue rather than gore 

Cozy suspense with atmosphere rather than graphic violence. Perfect for readers who enjoy intriguing police detective novels. Gentle but twisty whodunit. Stories you can relax with in the evening.