When a local landscaper vanishes, Madeline Simpson knows she was the last person to see him alive - because she killed him.

With a serial sex offender on the loose, Detectives DC Jack Rutherford and DS Amanda Lacey already have their hands full. It's only when another death occurs that a link between the two cases comes to light, and Madeline finds herself the focus of their investigation.

While attempting to keep her deadly secret, Madeline stumbles upon clues that point to the true identity of the sex offender. She's closing in when tragedy strikes, and the death toll increases.

But DS Amanda Lacey has no idea how close she is to the killer as her work and personal lives collide.

How long will she have to wait to find out the full truth?

If you like firecracker characters, imaginative story lines, and British crime dramas, then you'll love this captivating story. Hot to Kill is the first brilliant and captivating novel featuring DC Jack Rutherford and DS Amanda Lacey by master storyteller Linda Coles.

"Move over Agatha Christie, there's a new dame in town." Amazon review

"A clear heir to the detective throne of Agatha Christie." Amazon review