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Burnt Echo: A Black Beacons Murder Mystery (DCI Evan Warlow Crime Thriller Book 7) Kindle Edition

by Rhys Dylan (Author) Format: Kindle Edition

4.6 6,280 ratings

Book 7 of 13: DCI Evan Warlow Crime Thriller

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In a deep, dark, hole…

When the putrid smell oozing out of an old mine shaft in the Cambrian hills’ ‘green desert’ of Wales turns out to be a corpse, DCI Evan Warlow and his team quickly slip into gear.

But this is no pot-holing adventure gone wrong. Soon, Evan and the team are hunting for another missing person and discovering ghosts from the past that no one wants to confront. With the team stretched and confronting their own demons, DCI Warlow has his work cut out in unravelling a web of manipulation and lies.

Yet there is more than one victim here. And unless he can find a way to the truth and quickly, someone else is going to fall foul.

This dark murder mystery full of action and pathos with a dash of dark humour will keep you guessing. Perfect for fans of JD Kirk. JM Dalgliesh, TM Reid and Simon McCleave.

What people are saying about Rhys Dylan:

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ From the beginning until the end there are no gaps and pauses in storyline and the characters integrity. The main players are full of life's experiences and honesty.” AMZ Review, THE ENGINE HOUSE

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Would give this book a ten if I could absolutely love it and what a great team they are making.”AMZ Review, CAUTION DEATH AT WORK

"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Love the writing, very compelling, captivating and comfortable to read. Thanks again for a brilliant book.” AMZ Review, ICE COLD MALICE

"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great procedural, biting humour, odd characters. Dylan puts a lot of “best-selling” authors to shame.” BBub review, THE ENGINE HOUSE

"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wow, that was some read. Again, read in one sitting as the author has the uncanny knack of getting into your head and you thinking, just one more chapter then I'll go and do the housework!” AMZ Review, SUFFER THE DEAD

"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It's such a joy to find an author who's books are filled with such brilliant characters and riveting storylines.” AMZ Review, GRAVELY CONCERNED

"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This series is the best thing that is currently in print at the moment. Do yourself a favour, please read these books. You won't regret this.” AMZ Review, GRAVELY CONCERNED

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0BRYL8Z6N
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Wyrmwood Books (March 28, 2023)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 28, 2023
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 2348 KB
Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
Print length ‏ : ‎ 336 pages

Best Sellers Rank: #10,947 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #28 in Conspiracy Thrillers (Books)
- #43 in Pulp Thrillers
- #89 in Kidnapping Crime Fiction

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Rhys Dylan lives on the edge of the Black mountains of Wales with his wife and a dog who doesn't like the rain. Though he has written books for children and adults under different pen names in other genres, the Black Beacons Murder Mystery series sees him return to crime and his love of Celtic noir and dark humour. He hopes readers will find a brief escape from a very troubled world inside the stories. He does not expect to get rich as an author, but as someone once famously said, money can't buy you love, but it can get you some great chocolate digestives.

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Warlow on his Game

Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2024

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Welsh DCI Evan Warlow and his team of detectives score again in Burnt Echo. This is the 7th investigation in the Black Beacons Murder series, so elegantly crafted by Rhys Dylan. Wales is new territory to me and I can’t pronounce the names, but i happily skip over them as the plot and intriguing characters keep me totally engaged. I have been helplessly binge reading since I met them recently. Every one has been delicious. There are only six more, sadly. I think I will slow down and savor each of them. I don’t want this relationship to end.

Reviewed in the United States on November 10, 2023

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Interesting tale and loads of good characters and false clues. But when are Evan and Jess going to get together?

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Stephen W.

Another good romp through Wales.

Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2024

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These books are a great combination of mystery,murder,and also a feeling that you know all the players. They are all as comfortable as an old pair of jeans. Keep up the great storytelling. It's getting hard to find.

Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2023

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Rhys Dylan writes detective stories the way they should be written - interesting and tight without a huge amount of unnecessary adjectives or long descriptions. There is a good bit of research, especially West Wales geography and accurate medical terminology. The stories are valid and timely. There are terrific, well-rounded characters and laugh out loud scenes. I think Burnt Echo is the best book yet. Highly recommend. Definitely five stars.

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Sharon S. Carmody

I love all these books

Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2024

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The characters are great, well developed and unique, the humor is relentless and the cases are fascinating. Sometimes I can figure something out, or part of something out and I am then quite pleased with myself. It’s almost like the author encourages the reader to be a detective. There’s also pretty great science in every book, be it something about forensic exams, or chemistry, geology, botany or substances of abuse. I am hooked!

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Carolien S

Good plot and characters

Reviewed in the United States on July 16, 2023

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The team of potholers asked to investigate the bad smell coming from a disused mine shaft near a popular hiking trail expects to find a dead animal of some sort, but not a human body. DCI Warlow and team identifies the body of a lecturer at a college in nearby Aberystwyth, but the motive remains obscure and where is the man's lover who went missing a few weeks before his murder. There are some discordant notes struck by the author's tone, but another solid instalment in the series.

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UniquelyC

Always a good story… 1 little issue

Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2023

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As always a great story and I love the team and the growth in their interpersonal connections. The only thing that bothered me was Evan’s continued interest in his old flame. Last book, the shock of seeing her and the pride you can fell in someone taking interest was understandable. But no matter how on the rocks the reality is she is married. And I’m disappointed (especially given his connection to Jess and knowing how adultery has effected her and Molly) that the idea of seeing this woman would still be on Evan’s mind. I took him as a better man then that. And the reason for not seeing her wasn’t that she was married but because of his HIV. It was just a bit disappointing. And it was like the first chapter of the book. So it started on a bad note for me.

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Great detective series!

Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2023

Through the neverending search for my next UK detective series, DCI Evan Warlow surpasses many. Definitely in my top 3, along with Jack Logan and John Lomond. The author might be surprised to count a mid-30s Korean girl from New Jersey amongst his fans - the visuals he creates of Welsh life is pure escapism. My one problem with book 7 is some extremely tone deaf writing with a non-binary character. It reads as a bit ignorant, painting them in a ridiculous light. Otherwise, huge fan!

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Tony Miles

Great books

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 24, 2023

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Having now read all ten of the Evan Warlow series so far I am missing them already and cannot wait for the next one to be published!
You get to know the main characters so well, respecting and admiring them in both their private and professional lives. So much so in fact that you find yourself mentally working alongside them.
The stories themselves are always intriguing and you cannot wait to get towards the end of the book to discover how the mystery unravels! The murders, though ruthless as ever, are presented without some of the extremes of gore that some other writers often seem to revel in.
All told with a wonderful sense of humour, where circumstances allow.
Great works, Rhys Dylan, please keep writing them!

Jacqueline

very satisfying

Reviewed in Australia on May 7, 2024

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I love the way this series goes all over. Mountains, moors seascapes. It’d make me visit Wales if I had the strength. I also like the addition of Welsh names and terms in the course of the narrative. Another book that had me guessing for the solution. And why shouldn’t she identify as a cat? Bit hard on wildlife but not as destructive as humans.

banehawi

Really engaging crime series

Reviewed in Canada on July 18, 2023

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Love all the characters, plots, procedures.

wendy geen

Great series

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 27, 2024

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This has been a really good series so far and I can't wait for the next one. Great characters, good plot lines, twists and humour.

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Reviewed in Australia on April 21, 2023

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When I'm reading any book by Rhys Dylan, I immediately form a mental image of all of the characters, places and the actions that are involved. I really feel like I'm watching another excellent British Cop show like Shetland or my favourite Vera only this one is set in Wales! Maybe ITV should consider making his books into a series then I could actually hear how to pronounce all of the Welsh language that is being used!

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