Review: Killer Friends by Chris Karlsen

 Henrietta Newell stormed into the detective bureau. She claimed her adult son was missing and feared for his safety. The detectives attempted to reassure her that the absence of a bachelor in his thirties, in a city like London, wasn’t extraordinary. Despite their efforts, she insisted an investigation be conducted, reminding them of her political connections.

Detective Rudyard Bloodstone and his partner were told to look into the matter. Their investigation reveals evidence of suspicious and unusual activity but no clues regarding the man’s disappearance. The few leads they develop take them from the world of wealthy families and into the secret society of sexual peculiarities.

The detectives discover the victim didn’t simply disappear. He was murdered. They have the evidence except for one problem, they’re missing the victim’s body.

My opinion:

ARC Review

Killer Friends by Chris Karlsen is the fourth book in the Bloodstone Murders series.

Detectives Ruddy Bloodstone and Archie Holbrook have a new case. Mrs. Newell declares that her adult son is missing, and because she has a lot of influence, they immediately start investigating, even though this isn't exactly the right procedure. After a while, based on the first clues, they realise that Mrs. Newell might actually be right. As they continue investigating, they begin to suspect that her son might be dead, but there is one problem... they are missing the body.

This is a historical thriller with a great plot that also showcases how the world operated back then. I liked that it has a steady pace and slowly builds the case. There are also a couple of other cases happening along the way, which adds some variety and makes sure there is never a dull moment.

The characters are interesting and have great chemistry. I especially liked Will and Honoria, and their banter was really cute. My favourite moment was when Honoria caught the thief.

If you like historical thrillers, this might be a book for you!

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