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Broadland: A chilling Norfolk Broads crime thriller (DI Tanner Norfolk Broads Murder Mystery Series Book 1) Kindle Edition

by David Blake (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 out of 5 stars 14,612 ratings
A CHILLING NORFOLK BROADS CRIME THRILLER!
"I bloody loved the book. Wow! Loved the twists and turns!" Ali Dunn

A girl’s body found mutilated by a boat’s propeller, another dumped at the bottom of a slipway, and a disused Norfolk mill, hiding the secret to both.

A COLD DENSE shadow fell over Jane Richardson as she hurried along the concrete towpath. To her left, moonlight danced over the River Bure’s untroubled surface as it slipped silently past, heading back the way she’d come. A low-hanging branch scratched at her face as she ducked underneath. From somewhere far behind her came the shriek of laughter, slicing through the air, only to fall silent a moment later to leave nothing but the sound of her high heels, click-clacking out a stark but steady beat.

When a girl’s body is found strangled, raped, and horrifically mutilated by a boat’s propeller, deep in the heart of the Norfolk Broads, newly arrived Detective Inspector John Tanner is asked to assist with the investigation. At first, all the evidence points to a man who had a multi-million pound reason to kill her. But when an alibi is produced from an unexpected source, and another body appears at the base of a slipway, Tanner finds himself turning to local girl, Detective Constable Jenny Evans for help. As a more romantic relationship develops between them, they find themselves facing a race against time to identify a lethal adversary, one with a lust for blood and a mind set on revenge.

Set within the mysterious beauty of the Norfolk Broads, this fast-paced British detective series is a dark cozy murder mystery with a slice of humour and a touch of romance that will have you guessing until the very end, when the last shocking twist is finally revealed.

Broadland is a totally addictive gripping crime thriller, the first in a chilling series of serial killer books, ones which will rapidly convert followers of L J Ross, Faith Martin, Joy Ellis, Damien Boyd, J M Dalgliesh, and Elly Griffiths into David Blake devotees.
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    DI Tanner Norfolk Broads Murder Mystery Series
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  4. Publication date
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  1. ‘As you’ve been told, both victims were raped post-mortem. In the case of Jane Richardson, semen was found inside her which belonged to her husband, Simon Richardson. That was one of the main reasons why we arrested him. Semen has also been found inside the second victim. It too belongs to Simon Richardson.’
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07MBTQ7LN
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Black Oak Publishing (April 5, 2019)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 5, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.9 MB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 332 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
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No. 1 International Bestselling Author with over ONE MILLION books sold!

Having sold over a million books around the world, and with number one bestsellers in both the UK and Australia, David is best known for writing fast-paced crime thrillers that are impossible to put down.

When not writing, David likes to spend his time mucking about in boats, often in the Norfolk Broads, where most of his books are based.

THE DCI TANNER SERIES

1. Broadland

2. St. Benet's

3. Moorings

4. Three Rivers

5. Horsey Mere

6. The Wherryman

7. Storm Force

8. Long Gore Hall

9. Weavers' Way

10. Bluebell Wood

11. Swanton Morley

12. Stokesby Grave

13. The Bastwick Testament (pre-order)

14. Blackfleet Broad (pre-order)

THE INSPECTOR CAPSTAN SERIES

1. The Slaughtered Virgin of Zenopolis

2. The Curious Case of Cut-Throat Cate

3. The Thrills & Spills of Genocide Jill

4. The Herbaceous Affair of Cocaine Claire

THE SPACE POLICE SERIES

1. Attack of the Mammary Clans

2. The Final Fish Finger

3. The Toaster That Time Forgot

4. Rise of the Retail-Bot

5. Enemy at the Cat Flap

6. The Day The Earth Moved A Bit

THE ABIGAIL LOVE SERIES

1. Prime Time Love

2. Headline Love

STAND-ALONE BOOKS

1. Galaxy Squad: Danger from Drackonia

2. Fish Fingered: Short Story Collection

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Customers find this crime thriller engaging, describing it as a real thriller in a macabre way with a gripping plot ending with a twist. Moreover, the book is an enjoyable quick read with well-written characters and believable writing style. Additionally, they appreciate the setting, with one customer specifically mentioning the charming Norfolk Broads location.

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73 customers mention "Suspense"63 positive10 negative

Customers find the book's suspense engaging, describing it as a real thriller in a macabre way, with one customer noting a gripping plot ending with a twist.

"...Good decision! I quite enjoyed the mystery, and Tanner is a very likeable protagonist. On to book 2!" Read more

"...an interesting British police procedural with well developed and likable characters, lovely descriptions of the surrounding areas, and a believable..." Read more

"This was a decent murder mystery. Nice little twists, but pretty predictable. The writing is excellent, engaging characters...." Read more

"The storyline was solid. I felt that the dialog between Tanner and Jenny was very out of place and did not suit the situation at all...." Read more

51 customers mention "Readability"45 positive6 negative

Customers find the book to be an enjoyable quick read that serves as a good start to an interesting series.

"...an interesting British police procedural with well developed and likable characters, lovely descriptions of the surrounding areas, and a believable..." Read more

"...Was it because it would have tipped the ending too early? Quick read to pass the time." Read more

"Very interesting, unusual setting. Pairing of detectives is a middle-aged man's dream, but heck, lots of fiction is the same for women...." Read more

"...book with whisper-sync and to know there are more in this wonderful series to enjoy!" Read more

37 customers mention "Character development"33 positive4 negative

Customers love the characters in the book.

"...Good decision! I quite enjoyed the mystery, and Tanner is a very likeable protagonist. On to book 2!" Read more

"Enjoyed plot and character development. Like sense of humor shared between DI and DC. Two plot items bothered me...." Read more

"...an interesting British police procedural with well developed and likable characters, lovely descriptions of the surrounding areas, and a believable..." Read more

"...The writing is excellent, engaging characters. What I don't understand is why the absence of fetuses wasn't discovered during the autopsies?..." Read more

29 customers mention "Writing quality"24 positive5 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, finding it well-crafted and believable, with one customer noting that the words flow smoothly through the pages.

"...The main two characters are likable and believable, and I am looking forward to learning about their developing relationship ...." Read more

"...is great, very realistic, behavior of individuals natural and believable, great plot and great plot development. Interesting manner of writing...." Read more

"...The plot was exciting and the writing was wonderful. Looking forward to the next one." Read more

"Well written with interesting characters and a twisty plot...." Read more

7 customers mention "Setting"7 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's setting, with one specifically mentioning the Norfolk Broads as a charming location.

"Very interesting, unusual setting. Pairing of detectives is a middle-aged man's dream, but heck, lots of fiction is the same for women...." Read more

"Very likable main character, Detective tanner. The setting in Norfolk Broads is nice. Little stereotypical on some of the minor characters." Read more

"An easy, comfortable read. I enjoyed the settings and character-development...." Read more

"I enjoyed the writing style. Easy to read with interesting characters, scenery, and plot. I'm planning to read the next in the series." Read more

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  • KsGrl444
    5.0 out of 5 stars so glad I tried it
    Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2025
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    I was looking for a new author and came across a David Blake. I thought, what’ve I got to lose and downloaded Broadland. Good decision! I quite enjoyed the mystery, and Tanner is a very likeable protagonist. On to book 2!
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    4.0 out of 5 stars Good read, took a while to get into
    Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2019
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    Enjoyed plot and character development. Like sense of humor shared between DI and DC. Two plot items bothered me. 1-why was DI getting the suspect’s Susan ‘s address by calling into station when a big point was made that DI and DC went back to get a more inclusive employee list which included her phone and address-so they already had her address in their listing. 2-why make a big deal that the suspect Susan fell 10 feet through the floor of wind mill and disappeared when this point was left hanging, weak plot development when there was no follow up except as Epilogue comment about Susan picked up next day by police sneaking into her flat.
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  • Erica Boje-Estes
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love this series!
    Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2021
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    After reading St. Benet's , I read Broadland, and am absolutely hooked . The main two characters are likable and believable, and I am looking forward to learning about their developing relationship . While the storyline can get dark at times, there is a lot of humor as well, which is a great balance. This book has it all..(for those of us who enjoy this kind of thing!) ...an interesting British police procedural with well developed and likable characters, lovely descriptions of the surrounding areas, and a believable story!
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  • KAT
    3.0 out of 5 stars Good story , but predictable ..... WARNING: SPOILER ALERT
    Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2023
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    This was a decent murder mystery. Nice little twists, but pretty predictable. The writing is excellent, engaging characters. What I don't understand is why the absence of fetuses wasn't discovered during the autopsies? Was it because it would have tipped the ending too early? Quick read to pass the time.
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  • Lisa
    4.0 out of 5 stars Review
    Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2024
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    The storyline was solid. I felt that the dialog between Tanner and Jenny was very out of place and did not suit the situation at all. Medical observances were in error. The pupils dialate with death not constrict. When they find Richardson's body, Tanner says talk to the neighbors even though the press has been staked out at the home and the perp was to have come in the front door.
    Will read another to see if they get any bette.r
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  • Auntie Annie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Well plotted, well characterized, well written
    Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2020
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    I wasn't sure I was going to like this book when I began, but the characters drew me in. One error (the ME told the detectives that one victim was 35 weeks pregnant, then in another place the author says they couldn't tell if the victim had been disemboweled because her abdomen was damaged by a boat propeller). But the dialogue is great, very realistic, behavior of individuals natural and believable, great plot and great plot development. Interesting manner of writing. I'm definitely buying the next book in the series.
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  • mwinlv
    4.0 out of 5 stars Pretty darn good, may become an excellent series
    Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2022
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    Very interesting, unusual setting. Pairing of detectives is a middle-aged man's dream, but heck, lots of fiction is the same for women. Plot good, characters well written, lots to like.
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  • Ainee
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beginning of a great series.
    Reviewed in the United States on August 23, 2024
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    I’m glad I found this book with whisper-sync and to know there are more in this wonderful series to enjoy!
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  • irene
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great
    Reviewed in Australia on March 27, 2020
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    Really well written, great plot and thoroughly enjoyable. Thank you for helping pass the time during self isolation with such a great story.
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  • L J Ross
    5.0 out of 5 stars Broadland
    Reviewed in Canada on February 29, 2020
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    Thoroughly enjoyed the book. Interesting plot, good development of characters. I look forward to reading more by David Blake. I also look forward to visiting the Norfolk broadside one day!
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  • Heinz
    5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting story and a well loved area
    Reviewed in Germany on October 12, 2021
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    This book has taken me back to the Norfolk Broads an area I know from a number of visits cruising the broads and rivers. I think it gives a realistic idea what is working like in Norfolk Police. Interesting characters all around
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  • Paula Preedy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent story & characters!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 4, 2024
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    I really enjoyed this. I’ll get straight on to Book 2 now - I love a good crime series. Loads of detail & twists - a very good read.
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  • JAG 43
    4.0 out of 5 stars EASY READ
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 19, 2024
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    UNTIL I VISITED THE NORFOLK BROADS I HAD NEVER HEARD OF THE AUTHOR DAVID BLAKE. IN THE DEPARTMENT STORE IN WROXHAM THERE WERE MANY OF HIS BOOKS FOR SALE CLEARLY BECAUSE THE STORIES WERE ABOUT A POLICE INSPECTOR NEWLY APPOINTED TO THE AREA. ON MY RETURN HOME I HAD A BIT OF SPARE TIME AND DECIDED TO READ THE FIRST BOOK (ON KINDLE). TO MY SURPRISE I FINISHED IT WITHIN 2 DAYS. NOTHING OVER SPECIAL IN THE STYLE OF STORYTELLING, SIMPLE TO READ, SHORT CHAPTERS, SOME CHARACTERS A LITTLE UNBELIEVABLE BUT AN EASY READ NOT TAXING ON THE BRAIN, TOTAL ESCAPISM. OF INTEREST TO A FIRST TIME VISITOR TO THE BROADS WERE THE PLACE NAMES IN THE BOOK AND THIS HELPED AS I WAS ABLE TO PICTURE THE SETTING OF MUCH OF THE FICTIONAL ACTION. ALTOGETHER AN ENJOYABLE READ. HAVE ORDERED THE SECOND BOOK IN THE SERIES IN CASE I HAVE A COUPLE OF DAYS GOING SPARE.
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