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  • The Hangman’s Hold

  • DCI Matilda Darke, Book 4
  • Written by: Michael Wood
  • Narrated by: Stephanie Beattie
  • Length: 11 hrs and 58 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (3 ratings)

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The Hangman’s Hold

Written by: Michael Wood
Narrated by: Stephanie Beattie
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Publisher's Summary

Your life is in his hands. 

In the gripping new serial killer thriller from Michael Wood, Matilda Darke faces a vicious killer pursuing his own brand of lethal justice. Perfect for fans of Angela Marsons and Helen Fields. 

There’s a killer in your house. 

The Hangman waits in the darkness. 

He knows your darkest secrets. 

He’ll make you pay for all the crimes you have tried desperately to forget. 

And he is closer than you think. 

DCI Matilda Darke is running out of time. Fear is spreading throughout the city. As the body count rises, Matilda is targeted and her most trusted colleagues fall under suspicion. But can she keep those closest to her from harm? Or is it already too late? 

©2018 Michael Wood (P)2021 HarperCollins Publishers Limited

What the critics say

"A tense, nail-biting story with a truly twisted ending." (Katerina Daimond)

“An established master of the serial killer novel takes us on another dangerous journey through the streets of Sheffield. Watch out for those twists - you won't see them coming!” (Stephen Booth)

"A gritty and atmospheric thriller with more twists and turns than a hangman's knot. I loved it." (Matt Hilton)

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  • Anonymous User
  • 2022-10-07

Was gonna give it a 5 star until…..

These books can be so good but then the author throws in things at the last minute that annoy you. I’m so tired of it being “poor Matilda.” Here we had another culprit saying it was all Matilda‘s fault that his life was so messed up. This is exactly what happened with Ben Hill. Can we have some more unique material? And now I’m positive in book 5 we will have to hear about “poor Matilda” who can’t shake all her guilt. Yawn.

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  • michael vinci
  • 2022-08-25

Loved the book. So glad I found this author!

Loved the book. So glad I found this author. can't wait to read the next one

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  • olivia
  • 2022-06-12

Great mystery

twists snd tirns in every chapter. Kept me wanting to know what was nexr

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  • Karenique
  • 2021-07-19

DCI Matilda Darke series continues with another winner!

I’ve listened to the DCI Matilda Darke series on Audible and, as always, never a disappointment. In this police procedural, DCI Matilda Darke and her team search for a devious serial killer. You think you know who the killer is - well, think again… and again. Author Michael Wood pens another serial killer thriller, complete with mind-bending surprises and twisty turns. Narrator Stephanie Beattie, a favorite of mine, proves her vocal skills in her perfect presentation. I’m looking forward to the next one in this series. If you’re seeking a chilling and fast-paced adventure, this is for you! Granted they are not available on Audible in series order, but I’ve found no problem with that. Worth a treasured credit or the $9.93 I paid. (I pay cash for $12-$14 or so books and save my credits.) Highly recommended with 🍒🍒 🍒 on top.

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