Oh my I have so missed this series! This is book 9 in the Detective Robert Hunter series, I was recommended to me nsot long before my mum passed away (she had a head start on me with his books) and I shamelessly used him to help me grieve.

This is not quite as good as the other but it still kept me turning the pages long past bedtime. It was good to read about the interaction with the LAPD and the FBI, the conflict and jealousy between them both.

One of the things I liked the most was we had a lot more of Garcia, his character seemed more involved and much sharper than normal.

Please don't let my wee picky bits stop you from either reading this one or beginning right at the start with Crucifix Killer (you lucky so & so). I have no issues recommending this to everyone of my bookworm family and friends

Read for an honest review. Thank you Mr Carter, Netgalley and Simon & Schuster UK

I’ve been a huge fan of the Robert Hunter series from way back when I read The Crucifix Killer, I’ve enjoyed them all to one degree or another – Gallery of the Dead was a huge tick in the plus column – not only was it scary good and dark as you like but had that real addictive quality – yes exactly like a binge worthy tv drama.

Anyway in this one the FBI teams up with the LAPD to track a killer who may be too clever even for Hunter – the descriptive tone of the storytelling has the Chris Carter trademark immersive quality – it is visceral and visual and definitely not for the faint of heart, which I luckily am not. Hunter as a character continues to grow and the ending of this one promises much for the future. I’ll say no more.

I love the way Chris Carter twists a plot without needing a twist – it is just flows outwards keeping you engaged and wanting to know how it all goes – even when horrible things are happening you can’t look away. That is what I look for in my crime thrillers and this is exactly what you get here.

I was slightly apprehensive about reading book 9 because book 8 freaked me out so much I had actual screaming nightmares, but being a compulsive reader I wasn’t going to let my nerves get the better of me so I started The Gallery of the Dead (during the day, with the lights on and the windows locked.. I’m not that brave!).

Once again Carlos and Robert are faced with a sick, twisted and depraved killer but this time they team up (reluctantly) with the FBI which certainly affected the dynamics of their relationship and added another layer of depth to their friendship.

I was really pleased that Robert and Tracy (great name by the way) are moving their relationship forward and it’s nice to see the softer and more vulnerable side of Robert in this book.

If I’m honest this book didn’t blow me away like all the others and it was, in my opinion, more character driven than fast paced, crazy psycho killer like the previous 8 books, however it certainly ends with a cliff hanger and I can’t wait to start book 10.

As ever Chris Carter has produced the goods. Enthralling from the beginning if you have not met this series of books you are in for a treat, dark psychological and gripping.

Cant wait to read the full book as this was only a taster!

A gripping compelling book . Full of twists and scares . Definitely up there with the top authors with this one
Couldn't put it down, would highly recommend .

I hadn't realised this was a sampler so imagine how disappointed I was to so quickly reach the end! The opening was chilling as always and I can't wait for my hardback to arrive so I can dive straight in. Chris Carter never disappoints and I'm sure it will be another entertaining crime thriller.

With Chris Carter novels you are always guaranteed the gruesome, grotesque,
Some twists and turns and a great plot line. Gallery of the Dead is no exception.

From the first few pages I was once again drawn into Detective Robert Hunter’s latest hunt for a serial killer. Back once again with his trusty sidekick Detective Carlos Garcia they arrive at one of the most shocking crime scenes they’ve ever seen. This killer seems to have no boundaries. Will they be able to catch him before more bodies appear?

This is another excellent effort from Chris Carter and I can highly recommend it.

Thank you to NetGalley, Simon and Schuster UK and the author for the chance to review.

Read the opening chapters in advance of publication - already ordered for both me and my dad...also a fan...

I've just finished this book. I feel numb as if I've just stepped off the biggest roller coaster in the world! (Kingda-Ka, Jackson New Jersey) There are crime thrillers abundant who showcase various detectives in a book series, and what this means for the reader is that the lead detective will always survive to fight another day in another novel. I'm giving nothing away by stating that Gallery of the Dead is no different in that respect. Detective Robert Hunter is with us from page one and is still very much alive at page 500 ready for book 10 in the series. What however is important is how the author fills the gaps between first page and the end, and how he holds our attention, how he introduces those unexpected twists as yet another psychotic genius commences a killing rampage. I can tell you that I have rarely read a book so gripping so graphic in its descriptions that I am literally shaking from adrenalin and excitement so keen am I to sing praises for one of the greatest thriller writers out there.....there I've said it so what is this book about I hear you shout with anticipation.......

Detective Robert Hunter works for the Robbery Homicide Division and in particular the Ultra Violent Crimes Unit (UVCU) based in LA, where together with his partner Detective Carlos Garcia is tasked with solving those cases where extreme forms of torture and brutality have been used. Robert is unique in the world of fiction detectives; a very high IQ, psychology graduate from Stanford and the author of a book now mandatory reading for the FBI's National Centre for the analysis of violent crime. He is a loner, an overactive brain that causes him to suffer recurring bouts of insomnia. but also a connoisseur of single malt Scotch whisky. The first body discovered is that of model Linda Parker "posed" in a room where the low temperature has kept away the inevitable blowflies but this does not stop the author graphically explaining the damage this Calliphoridae insect can cause...."They would have concentrated their efforts in the mouth, the nose, the eyes and any open wounds. In the case of a skinned body, the entire body became an open wound and therefore a breeding ground for blowflies. In just a few hours there would have been as many as half a million eggs laid all over the corpse. Those eggs would have hatched within twenty-four hours and in a single day, the maggots that those eggs produced would have reduced a full grown body to half size.".......

The hands and feet have been separated from Linda Carter's body, the skin removed apart from a small patch at the rear where a series of marks and lines have been carved into the skin. Hunter becomes aware of the significance of this "signature" and as the body count escalates with more strange markings identified the detectives together with the assistance of the FBI work tirelessly in an attempt to make a connection between the bodies and thus hopefully identify the killer. The victims are displayed in a thought-out creative manner, Is the perpetrator trying to show the world how clever an "artist" he is or has he an underlying agenda? The answer when revealed demonstrates the author's understanding of the psychotic mind and reflects his training as a criminal psychologist.

As I read this book I was totally at the mercy of some very clever writing. I did not know where the adventure would take me, I was unable to second guess or spot the red herrings, all I knew was that a "Gallery of the Dead" was being created by a madman who appeared to have a higher intelligence than both the combined power of the Robbery Homicide division and the FBI. As I raced towards the conclusion I felt sure I would be able to anticipate the final outcome but was left gasping when a totally unexpected event occurred which threw into doubt everything I had read before......

So there it is dear reader of my review an outstanding novel that leaves me wondering just how Chris Carter can improve? I leave you however with a thought; Carlos Garcia is Brazilian.."Everyone likes Brazilian people because we can samba."... he also likes to wear his long hair "pulled back into a tight ponytail"....do you notice some similarities between him and a certain author of psycho thrillers? I leave that thought with you..... My thanks to the good people at Simon& Schuster for this "gratis" copy in exchange for and honest review, and that is what I have written. Highly, highly Recommended.

Short and sweet, the one chapter sampler was intriguing, looking forward to full book

Amazing first chapter left me wanting more.

I would pay to hear Robert Hunter lecture.

Please note: I only received the first 4 chapters of Gallery of the Dead as ARC to read and review and thank you to NetGalley and Simon & Schuster UK Fiction for giving me the opportunity to sample it.

It’s hard to completely make a judgement on this book based on it’s first 4 chapters but Gallery of the Dead certainly made a good first impression. The opening chapter is a very creepy introduction that builds pace and put me a bit on edge as I was reading it – I knew something bad was going to happen, I just couldn’t work out when and what! The second chapter gives some backstory on Robert Hunter, the central character who is at the heart of the series - this was gratefully received as I haven’t read any of the other books by this author. I’m not sure if this book can be a stand-alone but the chapter certainly gave a nice introduction to him in a way that I’m sure won’t feel too tired for avid and experienced readers of the previous books. There was then a slow build up to the crime scene that left me frantically clicking ‘next page’ on my Kindle, only to find out that was the end!

I think this taster has done it’s job of introducing me to the series and left me wanting to read the rest of the book – it’s a great introduction to what I’m sure will be a great (if gory!) read.

I relish any book by Chris Carter and this one looks to be no different. A couple of chapters in and it is already engaging me and I can not wait to get the rest of the story.
Robert and Carlos are two of my favourite characters and boy, their stories are nail biting, rollercoaster rides of emotions. I feel like I've been through the wringer when I've finished.

Dissappointed that this was such a short sample, although I will definitely be buying the book when it comes out. Already a great start and can't wait to read the rest!

This was just a taster of Gallery if the Dead (four chapters) but I’m desperate to know what happens next.
I’ve pre-ordered this book and can’t wait until February 8th.
This shows all the signs of being another fantastic book in the Robert Hunter series.

Mistakenly downloaded a sample . I am sure it will be another 5 star read. I will read the complete book on publication

Really Enjoyed what I reda of this,I was gutted that it was only a few chapters but I will definitely read more!

I was beyond excited to get this ARC and then gutted to realise it's just the first few chapters!!Seems to be just as addictive as all the other Robert Hunter books.Cant wait to read the full book!Will post a full review once I've read it all