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Moorings: A chilling Norfolk Broads crime thriller (DI Tanner Norfolk Broads Murder Mystery Series Book 3) Kindle Edition

by David Blake (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 out of 5 stars 15,437 ratings
A CHILLING NORFOLK BROADS CRIME THRILLER!
"This book was nothing short of perfect." Shalini's Books & Reviews

A war veteran murdered in his home, a property developer with links to organised crime, and an old family secret that seems unwilling to stay dead.

When Harry Falcon, a wealthy boatyard owner and highly decorated World War Two veteran, is found drowned in his bath, DI John Tanner and DC Jenny Evans start by questioning his two sons, each with a motive for wanting him dead. But when the elder son is found with his head smashed in under a toppled yacht, and the younger son has been talking to a local property developer, one who’d spent months trying to buy the yard from his father, the investigation soon leads them towards a dark and dangerous secret, one which nobody can quite believe.

Set within the mysterious beauty of the Norfolk Broads, this fast-paced British detective series is a dark cozy Norfolk 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.

Moorings is a totally addictive gripping crime thriller, the third 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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  1. Book 3 of 14
    DI Tanner Norfolk Broads Murder Mystery Series
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    September 17, 2019
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  1. ‘Stephanie Denton. Local socialite, by the looks of her. She went missing in Horning, back in 1964.’
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  2. Jenny appeared to have a brain like a sponge. His was more like a tub of ice cream that had been left in the freezer too long. You could get stuff into it, but it was an effort.
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  3. MAKING THEIR WAY out of the cosy living room, back into the dark wood-panelled hallway, they heard raised voices coming from the courtyard directly outside. Heaving open the solid oak front door, Tanner and Jenny found that the uniformed police officer who’d shown them in earlier now had his hands full trying to prevent a robust middle-aged woman from entering the premises.
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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 enjoy this British crime novel for its interesting plot with great twists, and find it a fast-paced, thrilling read that serves as good escapist entertainment. The book features well-developed characters and a talented writing style, with just enough humor to keep readers engaged.

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36 customers mention "Plot"36 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the plot of the book, praising its interesting twists and mysteries, with one customer noting its fast-paced nature.

"Outstanding detective series. I love how the books build upon each other and the characters grow. Mild humor throughout but not offensive...." Read more

"...Characters were likable and relatable. Plot sufficiently convulsed to require thought. Fast paced and very English." Read more

"...A record even for me. But this author has it all together- place, plot, character..and surprises!..." Read more

"...The perfect blend of characters, action on every page,interesting facts (he sure likes cars!) and just enough humour...." Read more

35 customers mention "Readability"35 positive0 negative

Customers find the book enjoyable and fast-paced, with one customer noting that the series builds on itself.

"...Plot sufficiently convulsed to require thought. Fast paced and very English." Read more

"These books are perfect! The perfect blend of characters, action on every page,interesting facts (he sure likes cars!) and just enough humour...." Read more

"Well written and easy read. Nice percentage of wit, romance, education and intrigue. Lots of bodies that have an unexpected demise...." Read more

"...I read the first three books and these books are so incredible that this author should be famous beyond description in the United States...." Read more

24 customers mention "Excitement"19 positive5 negative

Customers find the book thrilling and entertaining, describing it as good escapist reading that offers hard-to-put-down adventure.

"...But this author has it all together- place, plot, character..and surprises!..." Read more

"...Nice percentage of wit, romance, education and intrigue. Lots of bodies that have an unexpected demise...." Read more

"...Despite and because of that, Tanner mysteries are good escapist reading, offering hard to put down adventure...." Read more

"...Just DC Jenny Evans character alone truly spoils the book...." Read more

23 customers mention "Character development"18 positive5 negative

Customers love the characters in the book, with one mentioning that Jag Xke is a fun character.

"...I love how the books build upon each other and the characters grow. Mild humor throughout but not offensive...." Read more

"...Characters were likable and relatable. Plot sufficiently convulsed to require thought. Fast paced and very English." Read more

"...But this author has it all together- place, plot, character..and surprises!..." Read more

"...Maybe this author has not, and that is why his characters can be so shallow...." Read more

16 customers mention "Writing quality"12 positive4 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, finding it well-crafted with a talented author, and one customer notes that each book in the series gets better.

"Well written and easy read. Nice percentage of wit, romance, education and intrigue. Lots of bodies that have an unexpected demise...." Read more

"...The plot is intricate and believable, however the characterization is not well developed...." Read more

"...I started with book #8 and have read 4 books in a row. Author does not mince words and I never have to turn the pages to get to the meat on the..." Read more

"...It would be hilarious if it weren't just such poor writing. This author has really come up short on this one...." Read more

7 customers mention "Humor"7 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's humor, with one mentioning the off-beat humor of the main characters.

"...Mild humor throughout but not offensive. I found it difficult at times to figure out the criminal, as there appeared to be several suspects...." Read more

"...and just enough humour. And his love of the Broads shines through. However, please read the three books in order, starting with Broadlands...." Read more

"...Their interactions and their humor are entertaining." Read more

"...Terrific subtle sense of English humor." Read more

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  • Karen
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Series!
    Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2021
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    Outstanding detective series. I love how the books build upon each other and the characters grow. Mild humor throughout but not offensive. I found it difficult at times to figure out the criminal, as there appeared to be several suspects. To find a GOOD British detective series during the Covid pandemic has been a blessing! I have downloaded all books in the series, and I am certain I will enjoy each one. Well done, Mr Blake!
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  • Walt Mallory
    4.0 out of 5 stars Sailing. English police mystery and murder. What’s not to like
    Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2020
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    As a life long sailer and confirmed Anglophile this was just up my alley. Characters were likable and relatable. Plot sufficiently convulsed to require thought. Fast paced and very English.
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  • C. Owens
    5.0 out of 5 stars Tanner and Jenny
    Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2021
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    Two books in two days. A record even for me. But this author has it all together- place, plot, character..and surprises! I’m now addicted to Tanner & Jenny…and being a live-aboard sailor, I particularly like Tanner learning about boats …from Jenny..
    ‘Nuff said.. I’m off to #3!
    Anyone who likes a good detective yarn- especially out of the USA, the better to learn about other countries-will immediately want to read the whole series. Page turners, all..
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  • GailP
    3.0 out of 5 stars Moorings
    Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2019
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    These books are perfect! The perfect blend of characters, action on every page,interesting facts (he sure likes cars!) and just enough humour. And his love of the Broads shines through. However, please read the three books in order, starting with Broadlands. Only problem, I could not put these books down. Feeling sleep deprived.
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  • Kindle Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Drain the swamp
    Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2019
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    Well written and easy read. Nice percentage of wit, romance, education and intrigue. Lots of bodies that have an unexpected demise. Characters are well developed and series builds on itself but each is a stand alone novel. Waiting for the next one.
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  • Steven S. Meyers
    5.0 out of 5 stars THESE BOOKS ARE THE ULTIMATE
    Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2021
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    I read the first three books and these books are so incredible that this author should be famous beyond description in the United States. I'm so overcome by the complexity of the stories in the fact that you have no clue how they would end and really a shocked when you find out who the bad guy is. I've read every book so far and without a doubt I'm going to write every book this guy writes. These books are unbelievably good. I would start with the first book because it's really a series that just continues along. I have to run along now so I can start the next book. Buy his books!!
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  • Frederic B
    5.0 out of 5 stars Nonstop thrills, good who-done-it
    Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2021
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    David Blake provides us with fully formed, likeable lead characters who are somewhat typical of current crime novel/thrillers. They overstep the boundaries placed by their superiors, manage to get by with bypassing the court-required rules of gathering information, and always escape that fatal blow, protected by the hand of the god of murder mystery heroes.

    Despite and because of that, Tanner mysteries are good escapist reading, offering hard to put down adventure. Start with the first one, if possible, there is a chronology.
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  • AwCrum
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good book
    Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2019
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    I liked the Moorings book.. The three Tanner series were good. There were many similarities
    To another author's books but I like English mysteries so I tried to over look the similarities.
    I liked the first & third books best, great reads.
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  • Joanne H.
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Good Book But...
    Reviewed in Canada on July 23, 2020
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    I thought Tanner was in his early 40s but apparently he’s in his late 40s! What’s a girl like Jenny doing with an old sod like him? Not the most realistic pairing, but still an interesting read and a good book. Good enough, that I’m starting on the next one right now.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wow
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 20, 2025
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    Another amazing read by this author. Great stories from around where I live love them. No straight onto the next one
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  • Narelle
    5.0 out of 5 stars A great detective series
    Reviewed in Australia on July 16, 2020
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    Who doesn't love a great detective series. This one has all the plot twists and story lines, but adds a sense of reality to it with the characters' flaws and talents on display.
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  • Mr P Carter
    5.0 out of 5 stars A great read for all
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 3, 2024
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    Really good story line with some predictable twists and some not so! Coming from Norfolk, I can really appreciate the area in question.
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  • Paul A. Laughlin
    4.0 out of 5 stars A Great Murder Mystery with a British Flair
    Reviewed in Canada on June 2, 2023
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    With British customs, terms and culture:

    We have old and new murders
    Multiple suspects
    Real human police
    A murdered daughter

    And a surprise ending

    Enjoy the whole series
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