From its intriguing set-up through to heart-stopping pay-off, this is thriller-writing at its very best.
From the author of two highly acclaimed thrillers - Redemption and Dominion - comes this edge-of-your-seat new mystery novel.
Wayne Sharrocks writes the kind of stories that keep you turning the pages on...
From its intriguing set-up through to heart-stopping pay-off, this is thriller-writing at its very best.
This critically acclaimed new psychological thriller from bestselling local novelist Wayne Sharrocks is now on worldwide release.
Kismet by Wayne Sharrocks
From the Publisher:
Wayne Sharrocks is the critically acclaimed author of three thriller novels about ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances.
In his acclaimed thrillers, Wayne Sharrocks reveals the secrets that lurk in every town and the darkness that lies in every heart...
Wayne's literary nominations thus far include Channel 4 television's Richard & Judy's Book-Club Competition, The Guardian First Book Award & The McKitterick Prize.
We think that you will find this new title to be a powerful, fast-moving and exciting psychological thriller.
Synopsis:
For Billy Evans, the past was a haunted place that left an indelible imprint on the here and now. As he struggles to piece his life together he finds himself drawn back into a world of violence and terror.
Already emotionally struggling with the passing over of his remaining family, a chance encounter further clouds the border between reality, perception and illusion.
He has spent his life struggling to escape his past but now with memories triggered, he finds himself with no option but to begin an emotive quest for revenge, retribution and finally redemption.
Press / Media Reviews:
Brilliantly tense, beautifully written new mystery thriller . . .
'Wayne Sharrocks is a master of his craft, handling each twist and turn of the plot with consummate skill and with dialogue sharp as a switchblade...' The Guardian
'It's gritty, suspenseful, well crafted and has enough twists and turns to keep you guessing until the very end...' Amazon
'Though a fairly basic common story-line it is the surprise element and twists that make it so captivating and that coupled with the writing style of Wayne Sharrocks is what makes this third book so compelling...' Devolution Magazine
'Wayne Sharrocks' latest novel is a haunting thriller, which will grip you from start to finish. Sharrocks has constructed a clever and chilling narrative which constantly keeps the reader in suspense...' Your Local Magazine
From the Author:
I hope that you will find this tale to be a rich, exciting and thought-provoking addition to the thriller genre.
About the Author :
Wayne Sharrocks is a critically-acclaimed bestselling author of three psychological thrillers, in addition to his work as a freelance writer.
After attending college Wayne embarked on a career within the 'Animal Welfare' sector (RSPCA, DEFRA, Battersea Dogs Home, Mayhew Animal Home...), before returning to his passion for writing.
In 2005 he secured a three-book deal with Pegasus Publishers, who are based in Cambridge. All novels thus far are psychological thrillers.
His debut novel 'Redemption' was released 23/01/06 with the second 'Dominion' following 08/10/07.
*Signed copies of this latest novel and BOTH Dominion & Redemption by highly acclaimed local author Wayne Sharrocks are available for £7.99 from the Diss Publishing Bookshop & Cafe, 40 Mere Street, Diss. IP22 4AH Tel: 01379 642047 & 01379 644612
on: http://www.bookbutler.com or http://www.bookfinder.com
or place order at ANY bookshop by quoting:
ISBN-10: 1843866277
ISBN-13: 978-1843866275
Author: Wayne Sharrocks
Title: Kismet
You can order directly from / write to us at:
Pegasus Elliot MacKenzie Publishers Ltd.
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Cambridge - CB3 OAX - England
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An independent, traditional publisher specialising in quality literature, fiction and non-fiction books, and we include children's books in our lists.
Our publishing house concentrates – for adult and child readers alike – on the best fiction created by authors from many different parts of the world and concerning many diverse topics.
General Background
Over the last decade, the publishing house of Pegasus Elliot MacKenzie Ltd has flowered, growing strongly from its well-established roots in the cobbled streets of Cambridge. The well-loved and historic City itself has seen many changes and absorbed innovative ideas making it even more famous than ever. Similarly, our authors have enjoyed launches of their published books not only in some of the outstanding buildings within the City but in locations world-wide.
We Publish a Comprehensive Selection of Authors, some already famous and some on the road to fame.
Over the years, Pegasus has produced a wealth of colourful and literary books, many of which have been reviewed and some described as ‘gems’ and little masterpieces. These books are written by authors hailing from all over the UK, Europe and from international locations: Our authors bring with them a rich heritage of writing skills and a wide diversity of subject material, influenced of course by their own personal experiences and unique views on life.
Excerpt
Extract from Chapter 2
Due to the gridlocked traffic Detective Inspector Ross had arrived late at the crime scene. As he pulled up to the kerbside of the tree lined avenue he looked up through the windscreen and watched as a cadaver, on a wheeled stretcher covered in a thin white body bag with black straps, was loaded unceremoniously into the back of the coroner's black van.
The whizzing sound of a police helicopter intensified in the distance, rapidly growing louder, shaking him from his stupor.
Previously deep in thought, he now caught sight of his reflection in the rear view mirror and could see that his face had turned as white as the swollen moon above. He took a moment to compose himself before he swung the driver's door open. He raised his hand in a vague wave to acknowledge the two body movers from the coroner's office as they turned with a darting urgency from the rear of the van. Still encased in their white coveralls, they mirrored his gesture before walking quickly towards the front of their vehicle.
Detective Inspector Ross remained watching as they pulled away from the kerb and set off into traffic. He then glanced over at the house, which was cordoned off by fluorescent crime scene tape that fluttered in the breeze like ribbons from a maypole. An assorted throng of media types and rubbernecks, some of whom were now attempting to take photographs on their mobile phones, had already assembled at the scene and looked on like a pack of baying jackals only just being kept at bay by the increasingly thin blue line.
He blew out a noisy sigh as he continued to look out of the car window at the unfurling scene.
He was less than thrilled to get a call like this on what so far had been his first day off in little over a month, especially as he sensed that his days at the helm of the investigation were numbered and such a public fall from grace would all but finish his previously fast-track career. At that thought his jaw tightened and he felt a slight tickle of electric current go down the back of his neck, bringing the hairs there to attention. A knot of anxious tension gripped his stomach, a subconscious fear of failure.
He willed himself to relax but as his body was stiff and his muscles ached from lack of sleep his mind had no intention of obeying him. He took a deep breath and swept his hand through his steel grey hair so that most of it fell back into place, whilst the wind took the other rogue strands so that they resembled dancing marionettes.
Ross removed his black wool sport coat and threw it onto the passenger seat before undoing his cuffs and rolling up his sleeves, a display that was intended to state to onlookers that he was getting ready for business.
After fighting his way through the escalating crowd, which combined the concerned, the curious and the downright ghoulish, he flashed his warrant card before ducking under the police tape to enter the crime scene.
As he reluctantly breathed in the chill of the evening, he stared over at he house. It looked unkempt, the garden untended, neglected even. As he walked towards it, the press continued to bombard him with queries, some pleadingly, others rudely, but he ignored them all. He had already braced himself for the media storm, which now invariably followed every new victim. As he stepped inside the house he could still hear the voices being carried away by the wind, muttering and complaining...
Professional Reviews
Kismet by Wayne Sharrocks
I LOVED this book- Great haunting mystery- and a REAL page turner. Well written and the plot kept me glued to the pages.. Enjoy!!
Kismet by Wayne Sharrocks
'Wayne Sharrocks is a master of his craft, handling each twist and turn of the plot with consummate skill and with dialogue sharp as a switchblade...' The Guardian
Kismet by Wayne Sharrocks
'Though a fairly basic common story-line it is the surprise element and twists that make it so captivating and that coupled with the writing style of Wayne Sharrocks is what makes this third book so compelling...' Devolution Magazine
'Wayne Sharrocks' latest novel is a haunting thriller, which will grip you from start to finish. Sharrocks has constructed a clever and chilling narrative which constantly keeps the reader in suspense...' Your Local Magazine
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