Author Angela Marsons has created a deep and intense psychological thriller that will leave you breathless with anticipation for the next book in the series. She has the ability to scare the pants off her readers as she takes you through the investigation of harrowing murders, deranged killers, and crimes that could very well happen in any city any where. Ms. Marsons created plots that were intriguing and will hold your attention to the last page. Ms. Marson's development of the characters was skillful as they grew throughout the story-line; this is the team you want on your side if you are the victim of a crime. Ms. Marsons shows that even law enforcement officers have issues in their life that colors everything they do and presents her villains with backgrounds that almost make you pity them. You notice I said almost. The pace of the story was fast and full of action and clues, it never slowed, lagged, or bogged down. I gave this book 5+ stars without hesitation. It is a solid, well-written story with characters that are likeable or hated depending on the character, written by a talented author who has a bright future ahead. I received this book from Netgalley.com in return for honest book review.

Well written, captivating mystery. Great character development and book holds together all the way through. Look forward to more books.

Love, love, love!!!! If you can't get enough of detective stories, this is a must read. I have loved all 4 of the books in this series, and I can't wait until #5 comes out!

Play Dead by Angela Marsons is the fourth D.I. Kim Stone novel. Kim Stone and her team are being given a “treat” by their boss, Detective Chief Inspector Woodward for solving their latest case. They are being sent to Westerley, a body farm. The West Mercia precinct recently solved two cold cases thanks to information from Westerley. Woodward is hoping his team will benefit from the trip. Unfortunately, the stumble across a body that is not a part of the body farm. Someone beat and killed a woman and then dumped her body at Westerley (it would seem like the perfect dump site). How did they get onto the property without anyone noticing? While searching for clues, another body turns up in similar condition. Are the two connected in any way (besides the killer)? Then reporter, Tracy Frost turns up missing. As much as Kim dislikes Tracy, she sets out to find her before it is too late. Will Kim and her team be able to find the killer before Tracy becomes his third victim? Play Dead was a wonderful novel. Play Dead is fast paced, has a complex mystery, and great, well-developed characters. I did not want to put it down (so I just kept reading). Play Dead was my favorite book in the series. I liked how Kim is developing and changing and the addition of Barney, her dog, in her life. We also get more details on Kim’s childhood and it will help you understand her trust issues. The mystery will draw you in and there is a good twist at the end that most people will not see coming. It was good to get more information on Tracy Frost (it will help you to understand her better). While Play Dead can be read alone, I would highly suggest you go back and read the other book in the series. It will help you know and understand the characters. One thing that gave me a good laugh is the TARDIS reference (you have to be a Doctor Who fan to get it). I give Play Dead 5 out of 5 stars. I cannot wait to read the next book in the D.I. Kim Stone series (let’s hope the author and publisher do not keep us waiting long). I received a complimentary copy of Play Dead from NetGalley (and the publisher) in exchange for an honest evaluation of the book.