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The Wrong Hands

By: Mark Billingham
Narrated by: David Threlfall
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Summary

'I'm excited to have found a new favourite detective' CLAIRE DOUGLAS

'Neat plot twists and a likable cast of offbeat characters, all served up with plenty of black humour' MAIL ON SUNDAY'

Simply fantastic' LISA JEWELL
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This is one case Miller won't want to open . . .

Unconventional Detective Declan Miller has a problem. Still desperate to solve the murder of his wife, a young man has just appeared on his doorstep with a briefcase . . . containing a pair of severed hands.

Miller knows this case is proof of a contract killing commissioned by local ne'er do well Wayne Cutler - a man he suspects might also be responsible for his wife's death. Now Miller has leverage, but unfortunately he also has something that both Cutler and a villainous fast-food kingpin are desperate to get hold of.

Chuck in a Midsomer Murders-obsessed hitman, a psychotic welder and a woman driven over the edge by a wayward Crème Egg, and Miller is in a mess that even he might not be able to dance his way out of.

©2024 Mark Billingham (P)2024 Hachette Audio UK

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  • mr
  • 21-06-24

Wow

Another masterpiece
Definitely one of the best books I have listened to
It had everything
Please write a third

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Brilliant sequel to the last dance

As a Blackpudlian who grew up ballroom dancing, this new dancing detective protagonist had a certain appeal for me. I loved the Last Dance and this sequel brings everything together.

Had it on preorder and it didn't disappoint. Highly recommended.

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Everything - favourite so far!

Loved everything about this book, it had humour, great story and the narration was amazing. I kept getting funny looks from my husband and kids as I giggled with headphones in going about my usual jobs. The downstairs loo has never been so sparkly! Thanks to everyone involved for making the day a little more bearable, and with current news etc we do need it. 👍🏼

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Great listen

Mark Billingham you’re a genius! This book, like the Last Dance, had me hooked from start to finish. I hope there’s a third instalment.

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Love every minute

Certainly didn’t disappoint after book one. I just love Miller and his wisecracks. I really hope Mark Billingham will continue with him in future books.

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Excellent Story and Narration

I’ve listened to both books in this series and loved them. Hope there will be many more. They are thrilling, funny and touching and David Threlfall reads them with humour and delicacy.

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  • JF
  • 22-06-24

loved this from start to finish .

I loved the first book,and eagerly awaited this to be published. it was as good if not slightly better than the first. the characters are so well rounded and love the humour. Great narration, cannot fault it. highly recommend, but its best to read the first book before this one. Hope this isn't the last of Miller and co.

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Superb

Great follow up to the first book. Excellent detective story filled with humour and pathos with the perfect narrator. Would definitely recommend 💫

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The narrator is outstanding!

Brilliant story. I'm looking forward to the next Detective Miller story already. Mark Billingham has triumphed again.

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Loved it

I don't usually laugh out loud when listening to a murder novel. But I certainly did with this one.
It equalled the first book, well written and narrated.
I hope there's a book 3 and more. Especially as the characters are so likeable.
As I live just outside Preston precautions will be taken for late night eating in future.

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