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The Pike: A Lancashire Detective Mystery (DCI Walker Crime Thrillers) Paperback – December 28, 2023

by JJ Richards (Author)
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 805 ratings
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"Authentically written, patiently penned, and satisfyingly dark, The Pike is a top-flight crime thriller." - SPR Editorial Review ★★★★★

Book 2 of the DCI Walker Crime Thrillers.

Already an 'Amazon Hot New Releases' NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER!

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A party gone wrong?
Or a sickening group attack?
Not everything is what it seems, and not everyone is who they appear to be.

A young girl is found dead at the Pike Tower on Winter Hill near Chorley and DCI Walker and the newly promoted DC Briggs are drafted in to investigate. But what they find extends far beyond the Rivington Pike. What seems like a party gone wrong, or a sickening group attack, transpires to be much more, and threatens not only the local community, but Walker and his team too.

After identifying who’d taken the deceased to the Pike, a cat and mouse chase ensues, taking them to Manchester and back. And when more women are attacked and left for dead, Walker gets reinforcements, turns it into a wide-scale manhunt. If they don’t find the attacker soon, more women will almost certainly die.

But Walker and his team don’t have to look too far, and what they find is much darker than they could possibly have imagined.

Is it a sin if you are the victim?

Fans of Ian Rankin, JD Kirk, Matt Brolly, Patricia Gibney, and Michael Connelly will love this!

The Pike is the second book in the stunning debut police procedural crime thriller from JJ Richards (although it can be read as a stand-alone).

Buy your copy NOW and get into this page-turning, unputdownable series!

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  4. Publication date
    December 28, 2023
  5. Dimensions
    5.06 x 0.74 x 7.81 inches
  6. ISBN-13
    979-8873208142
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"A gripping UK thriller. The repartee of the investigators, particularly between Briggs and DCI Walker, keep the procedural elements of the plot informative and well-paced, without giving away the whodunit, while the clever red herrings and frustrations of the case make for suspenseful storytelling. Authentically written, patiently penned, and satisfyingly dark, The Pike is a top-flight crime thriller." - SPR Editorial Review ★★★★★

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CR69HXLL
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published (December 28, 2023)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 294 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8873208142
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13.6 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.06 x 0.74 x 7.81 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 805 ratings

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Goober's mom
5.0 out of 5 stars Great story
Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2024
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Lively story with believable characters. There were a few twists that I didn’t see coming but
who, after all, doesn’t enjoy a good twist?!?

I read the first book in this series and will definitely continue.
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Sarah F.
4.0 out of 5 stars Exciting Police Procedural
Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2024
3.5 stars rounded up

This book kept me guessing the whole time as I turned the (virtual) pages. Police procedural novels aren’t typically something I gravitate towards as they can sometimes be a bit bogged down with details. However, this one kept my interest and the characters were well written.

This was my first read from JJ Richard’s, but probably won’t be my last!

Thank you to BookSirens for the ARC of The Pike, I am leaving this review voluntarily.
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Rusty Nuggets
5.0 out of 5 stars Keep 'em coming.
Reviewed in the United States on June 22, 2024
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Another DCI Walker hit. The ongoing story of Walker and Briggs. Coherent, intriguing and fast-paced, these novels are quick and enjoyable reads. Well written and disturbing- exposing not only an evil and despicable human underbelly, but a compassionate, wounded, and persistent law enforcement as well.
I'm looking forward to the next installment.
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Taryn Schilling
5.0 out of 5 stars Great second book by this author
Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2024
Wow, this book grabbed you and didn't let go. A young girl is murdered and the police have quite a few suspects. The story that unravels and the truth is so crazy!! So many twists and turns and players. J. J. Roberts is definitely one of my favorite authors after reading just two books!
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Claudete Takahashi
4.0 out of 5 stars Great read!
Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2024
The Pike is a good police procedural mystery, with lots of action and a relentless DCI who will not stop until he uncovers the whole truth. DCI Walker is a little bit out of date with technological stuff but he outsmarts his peers with his hunches and searches for leads. In this case 5 teenagers are brought together resulting in murders, suicides, and a master mind in need to be caught. Good plot, well-written.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
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Enthusiastic Reader
3.0 out of 5 stars Suicide, Accident, or Crime Scene?
Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2024
TW: Rape, Suicide

Chief Detective Inspector Jonathan Walker and Detective Constable Shelly Briggs from the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the Lancashire Constabulary meet at the Pike Tower, Rivington. The body of a young woman, Charlotte Porter, has been found. Investigation is needed to confirm the circumstances of death. Evidence found at the scene does not immediately indicate whether suicide, accident, or crime scene.

An investigation follows the trails of inquiry, sometimes a tiny thread of a reply to a question leading to the strongest indication of what happened in the last hours of the victim's life. A poignant introspection by the individuals who shared those hours with emotions in the moment different from all the following hours.

I enjoy this detective partnership, with each detective bringing different strengths that complement each other during an investigation. The investigation was intricately weaved with twists and turns that were a surprise.
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nichole reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars This one starts with a bang!
Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2024
Hold on to your seat from the first lines! If you read the first Lancashire Detective mystery, you'll know that J.J. Richards starts off the story with a real eye-opener (or closer if you're the victim). He amped this one up even more with an incredibly eerie point of view from the victim.

After reading the first novel awhile back, I was happy to be reunited with the characters, who are so likable. It's like I was gathering with friends I hadn't seen in too long. I'm happy to report that DCI Walker is back in his Audi A6, rather than a smelly, junky pool car...

This installment sees another major crime to work out with time of the essence. Without giving away any spoilers, a teenage girl has died at a local landmark (accident or murder?) and Walker and Briggs are on the case. Per usual, they begin with nearly nothing and they doggedly pursue the tiniest of clues to keep the original case moving forward as new crimes are being committed, possibly connected to the first.

I would say that this installment gets a bit more grisly detailed and has a darker hue to the ember of the story. There may be triggers for some, but Richards has written it well.

Again, without a spoiler, when it seems as if the crime may be solved, I had something niggling at the back of my brain that it couldn't be that straightforward. I'm only reporting that I was partially correct in my assumptions and I also had a great surprise coming my way as will you...
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Shayne Wright
4.0 out of 5 stars Lancaster Police Procedure
Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2024
DCI Walker and his team investigate the death of a young woman found at Pike Tower a Rivingtin landmark. Was this a party gone wrong or a group attack? A cat and mouse game with more deaths ensue before the twists and turns end. An engaging gritty British police procedural. I received an eARC of this and am leaving this review voluntarily to benefit other readers. Recommend this series highly.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Another great thriller.
Reviewed in Canada on July 28, 2024
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Once more you've done it again sir .Hats off to ya!
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GEORGE
5.0 out of 5 stars THE PIKE
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 15, 2024
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Another excellent read by an author who is definitely making his mark.
The characters are believable and the plot has enough twists and turns to keep the reader fully immersed in the story.
Certainly scores a full five stars.
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Kayle
2.0 out of 5 stars Didn't enjoy it
Reviewed in Australia on March 17, 2024
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Where to start? Unbelievable plot, errors in research, and again, a maverick cop that takes risks and puts other peoples' lives in danger. This one goes way too far. No more DCI Walker for me.
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Jon Sparks
4.0 out of 5 stars A solid mystery with a well-drawn Lancashire setting.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 10, 2024
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Richards again makes good use of Lancashire settings, including the titular Rivington Pike. I know the area well and it's accurately and vividly described. The central mystery is well done and keeps the reader guessing until very near the end. My only real reservation is that I'm not 100% engaged with the title character DCI Walker. He doesn't quite come to life for me.
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Richard Vaillancourt
5.0 out of 5 stars JJ Richard’s Books
Reviewed in Canada on March 17, 2024
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This is an amazing author! Just finished his second book The Pike and preordered his third.

This author is right up there with Rankin, PD James, Connolly and other greats. Terrific writing style, wonderful murder mystery style and exceptional characterization. I recommend this author highly!!
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