Cruel Deeds

A successful lawyer is found murdered, and Finn Fitzpatrick, a lawyer who barely knows Mandy Breslin, is drawn into her dead colleague's life. As Finn uncovers a web of lies, she realizes that Mandy's killer might be nearer than she thinks. Cruel Deeds is a thrilling, page-turning read that explores money, greed, office gossip, and secret affairs.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 464 pages
Publication date: 03 February 2022
Publisher: Hachette Books Ireland

A captivating mystery that exudes both freshness and assurance, Catherine Ryan Howard's novel "Cruel Deeds" unfolds like a intricate puzzle, leaving readers eagerly engaged from start to finish. With a clever twisty narrative that feels entirely authentic, Catherine Kirwan has once again delivered a winner that captivates readers with its atmospheric and intriguing storyline.

Atmospheric and intriguing, with a brilliantly relatable heroine and an explosive, gripping conclusion, nothing in "Cruel Deeds" is quite as it seems. Sam Blake, in his review, describes the book as "thrilling," noting that it is a "page-turning read." Patricia Gibney, another reviewer, praises the author for her successful portrayal of a lawyer found murdered, stating that Finn Fitzpatrick, the protagonist, barely knows Mandy Breslin, the victim, from their firm.

Mandy, who moves in the privileged world of the senior partners' clique, has secrets, and as Finn delves deeper into her deceased colleague's life, she soon discovers that Mandy is not the only one at the firm hiding something. As Finn uncovers a web of lies that comes very close to home, she quickly realizes that Mandy's killer might be nearer than she thinks. Who wanted Mandy dead? And who can Finn turn to, when she can't trust anyone?

"Cruel Deeds" is a pacy, twisty, and ingeniously plotted novel that keeps readers engaged with its fast-paced narrative. T.M. Logan, in her review, praises the book for its exploration of themes such as money, greed, office gossip, and secret affairs, describing it as "twisty and pacy." Andrea Mara, another reviewer, praises the book for its "pacy, gripping, and atmospheric" nature, stating that it is a "cracking read."

In conclusion, "Cruel Deeds" is a must-read for mystery enthusiasts who enjoy intricate plots, well-developed characters, and a suspenseful atmosphere. Catherine Ryan Howard's novel is a testament to her talent as a storyteller, and it is sure to leave readers eagerly anticipating her next release.

Weight: 566g
Dimension: 155 x 232 x 39 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529381399