"Pacy … full of deceit, suspicion and revenge" TM LOGAN

Film star Anna Symons is found dead on an ice rink in Manchester, recreating a scene from a blockbuster she starred in years ago.

DI Erika Piper, having only recently returned to work after suffering a near-fatal attack herself, finds she must once again prove her worth as the hunt for the media-dubbed 'Blood Ice Killer’ intensifies.

But when another body is found and, this time, the killer issues a personal threat, Erika must put aside her demons to crack the case, or suffer the deadly consequences.

A Wash of Black is book 1 in the DI Erika Piper series.

REAL READERS LOVE CHRIS McDONALD

‘I have been reading crime novels for over 50 years and this is one of the best’ ★★★★★

‘It was impossible to put down’ ★★★★★

‘At last, a book that its worth having insomnia for’ ★★★★★

‘A spine-tingling, clever and intricately woven game of cat and mouse – will surprise you in the best possible way!’ ★★★★★

‘Watch this guy, he’s headed among the big names of crime writing’ ★★★★★

‘The twist at the end is great. Honestly I didn’t see it coming’ ★★★★★

‘A great story line with strong characters and a plot that kept you gripped’ ★★★★★

‘I can’t wait to read the other 2 in the series!’ ★★★★★

‘One of those "I'll just read one more chapter" books’ ★★★★★

‘Chris clearly understands how the police process works’ ★★★★★

‘Erika Piper is a great new character, and I thoroughly enjoyed spending time in her head’ ★★★★★

‘Compelling and gritty’ ★★★★★

‘Highly recommended for fans of Rachel Abbott, Mark Edwards and LJ Ross’ ★★★★★

‘Chilling and fast paced with lots of twists’ ★★★★★

‘I’ve already pre-ordered the next in the series’ ★★★★★

‘Fast flowing, totally addictive storytelling’ ★★★★★

‘Love that it is set in Manchester’ ★★★★★

‘The writing blew me away, left me breathless and hoping that book two in the series will be coming soon (no pressure Chris!)’ ★★★★★

‘Absorbing and adrenaline fuelled from the opening pages’ ★★★★★

‘This is the perfect book for lovers of crime everywhere’ ★★★★★

‘It would be a travesty if this isn't picked up by Netflix’ ★★★★★