The Gaslighting Lucky 13 Launch Giveaway!
Enter below for your chance to win thirteen great paperback reads with each one signed by the author...
Enter below for your chance to win thirteen great paperback reads with each one signed by the author...
Sorry - too late! Deadline for entries was the 31st July 2017!
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To celebrate the official launch of the final instalment of my dark, disturbing crime thriller trilogy on the 1st July, I am giving away THREE signed paperbacks! A copy each of Remorseless, Mutilated and Gaslighting will go to the winner of this fabulous competition...
And that's not all!
I have another TEN fantastic reads I've selected from among my generous author friends who are gifting signed copies of their books too, making a grand prize of 'LUCKY 13' paperbacks... You'd be daft not to enter!
I have another TEN fantastic reads I've selected from among my generous author friends who are gifting signed copies of their books too, making a grand prize of 'LUCKY 13' paperbacks... You'd be daft not to enter!
This fabulous prize includes eight more superb novels from fellow award winning authors:
A cracking historical thriller from Paula Wynne, two dark metaphysical tales from Chariss Walker, a brilliant debut thriller from Gregg Dunnett, the first instalment of Ken Preston's amazing cross genre series, and a dark crime thriller from former SOCO/CSI author Andrew Barrett.
In addition, I have two 'Tartan noir' crime chillers signed by internationally renowned thriller writer Stuart MacBride!
Stuart's novels have been favourably compared to my work by some of my more enthusiastic readers - something I would never presume to do with any other author's work, though I think my tales could be described as 'Cockney noir'!
We also have two non-fiction books - fantastic biographies:
One is an incredible true story about a London crime family 'bad boy' who finds 'Redemption' through sport. This biography is beautifully written by best-selling author Mark Turley.
'Firewoman' is a highly entertaining autobiography that tells the fascinating story of my friend Josephine Reynolds who was the very first female firefighter in the UK. Given her track record of recent TV appearances discussing the book I expect to see her on Oprah some time soon!
A cracking historical thriller from Paula Wynne, two dark metaphysical tales from Chariss Walker, a brilliant debut thriller from Gregg Dunnett, the first instalment of Ken Preston's amazing cross genre series, and a dark crime thriller from former SOCO/CSI author Andrew Barrett.
In addition, I have two 'Tartan noir' crime chillers signed by internationally renowned thriller writer Stuart MacBride!
Stuart's novels have been favourably compared to my work by some of my more enthusiastic readers - something I would never presume to do with any other author's work, though I think my tales could be described as 'Cockney noir'!
We also have two non-fiction books - fantastic biographies:
One is an incredible true story about a London crime family 'bad boy' who finds 'Redemption' through sport. This biography is beautifully written by best-selling author Mark Turley.
'Firewoman' is a highly entertaining autobiography that tells the fascinating story of my friend Josephine Reynolds who was the very first female firefighter in the UK. Given her track record of recent TV appearances discussing the book I expect to see her on Oprah some time soon!
You can find out more about the authors and their books below and by clicking on the links or covers.
Please grab an ebook copy from your online retailer too if you like the look of what these wonderful authors are offering - they will appreciate your support, I'm sure. I know I do! Will Patching, Author
Please grab an ebook copy from your online retailer too if you like the look of what these wonderful authors are offering - they will appreciate your support, I'm sure. I know I do! Will Patching, Author
Firewoman: The Extraordinary Story of Britain's First Female Firefighter
The inspiring true story of Josephine Reynolds, Britain's first full-time female firefighter. When Josephine Reynolds signed up with the Norfolk Fire Service in July 1982 at just seventeen years old, there was no such thing as a firefighter - only fire men. Set against the slate-grey backdrop of early 1980s Britain, Fire Woman is the story of how a young woman brought up in rural Wales coped in the testosterone-fuelled world of the fire brigade, where even today 96 per cent of all staff are male. In a life packed with incident - where lethal forest fires, escaped zoo animals and unexploded bombs formed a background to the everyday toll of death and disaster - Josephine experienced both triumph and heartbreaking personal tragedy. Fire Woman also provides a unique insight into the camaraderie that comes with risking your life on a daily basis and stands as the inspiring true story of an extraordinary young woman who took on a man's world and won, becoming Britain's first full-time firefighter. |
'The book and by extension you and your life, is amazing! I've only put it down between working as I found it totally captivating... Well done girl! You've had me laughing, on tenterhooks, crying, itching to turn the page and see what happens next...'
The fascinating, frightening and inspirational biographical tale of former career criminal, now world-record holder and endurance athlete John McAvoy.
Born into a notorious London crime family, his uncle Micky was one of the key players in the legendary Brink's-Mat gold bullion caper. John bought his first gun at 16 and carved out a lucrative career in armed robbery. At one point he was one of Britain's most-wanted men. It took two spells in prison and the death of a friend on a botched heist to change his path. During his second stint in jail he discovered a miraculous natural talent while serving life in the Belmarsh high security unit - where fellow inmates included Abu Hamza, the hook-handed extremist cleric, and the 7/7 bombers. John broke three world rowing records while still an inmate and since his release has become one of the UK's leading Ironman competitors. He aims to turn pro in 2016 after competing in the European championships in Frankfurt. Redemption is the ultimate story of sporting salvation. |
‘Skilful storytelling … a satisfyingly chunky, compelling thriller’ Sunday Mirror
Trouble is coming… Sergeant Logan McRae’s team find a body dumped in the woods – but is it the missing businessman they’ve been searching for, or something far more sinister? It doesn’t help that his ex-boss is taking over the case, a new Superintendent has it in for him, and Professional Standards are looming. Even worse: Aberdeen’s criminal overlord, Wee Hamish Mowat, is dying and rival gangs all over the UK are eying his territory. There’s a war brewing and Logan’s trapped right in the middle, whether he likes it or not. Stuart MacBride is the Sunday Times bestselling author of the Logan McRae & Ash Henderson novels. He was crowned World Stovies Champion in 2014 and awarded an honorary doctorate by Dundee University in 2015. ‘MacBride is a damned fine writer – no one does dark and gritty like him.’ Peter James |
A bloody, brilliant and brutal story of murder, kidnap and revenge.
Detective Constable Ash Henderson has a dark secret… Five years ago his daughter, Rebecca, went missing on the eve of her thirteenth birthday. A year later the first card arrived: home-made, with a Polaroid picture stuck to the front – Rebecca, strapped to a chair, gagged and terrified. Every year another card: each one worse than the last. The tabloids call him ‘The Birthday Boy’. He’s been snatching girls for twelve years, always just before their thirteenth birthday, killing them slowly, then torturing their families with his homemade cards. But Ash hasn’t told anyone what really happened to Rebecca – they all think she ran away – because if anyone finds out, he’ll be taken off the investigation. And he’s sacrificed too much to give up before his daughter’s murderer gets what he deserves… ‘Fierce, unflinching and shot through with the blackest of humour; this is crime fiction of the highest order.’ Mark Billingham |
What if your best friend was a psychopath... And you didn’t notice?
A psychological thriller with soul. Expat teenager Jesse forms a tight friendship with charismatic local surfer John, but as their bond grows, a darker side to John emerges. Will Jesse notice before it's too late? Newly qualified psychologist Natalie's life falls apart when her husband Jim is lost at sea. Was it a tragic accident, or something more? A mysterious phone call sets Natalie on a path to discover the truth, but as she delves deeper her own demons may come back to haunt her. Get set for a page-turning ride as these stories crash together with a twist that's been described as mind-blowing, shocking, and unmissable. The Wave at Hanging Rock is the debut novel from British writer Gregg Dunnett. Since publication in September 2016 it’s collected more than 500 five star reviews across Amazon, been shortlisted for the Chanticleer Award for the best mystery/suspense novel of 2016/17, been translated into Russian and Spanish, with an audiobook deal now signed. 'Mind-blowing first novel. A must read, gripping thriller.' |
‘...delivers gore, scares, pathos, and even some laughs in a bloody bundle that is much greater than the sum of its parts.’ David Dubrow, Ginger Nuts of Horror
On the day that Joe Coffin, hitman for Birmingham gang The Slaughterhouse Mob, is released from jail he has nothing but murder on his mind. While inside his wife and young son were killed, and now he is out for bloody revenge. The problem is, Coffin’s enemies are circling, and his wife might not be quite as dead as she should be. Joe Coffin is a vampire horror story and a gritty gangster thriller, written TV style in episodes and seasons. If you liked Breaking Bad and Dexter, and if you prefer your vampires bloody and brutal, then you will love Joe Coffin. With a fast paced, multi character storyline, smart dialogue and great characters, the Joe Coffin books are written to be binge consumed, just like those TV shows you love. ‘This was genuinely the best read I've had in a long time and I cannot wait for more from Joe Coffin!’ |
A healing herb kept secret for centuries. A TV show host who stands to lose everything.
Castile de Granada, 1492: Risking her life, Spanish author Ana-María de Carbonela vowed to keep an unknown yet powerful healing herb’s location hidden. It remained a secret... Until now. TV show host Kelby Wade is forced into the search when her niece is targeted by the relentless assassin who killed her brother. She is pursued on a perilous quest, from a grotto in rural Andalusia to a bizarre hospital in Surrey, to uncover the mystery found between crumbling sheets of parchment in the ruins of a rural Spanish farm. In a race against a conspiracy who want the herb’s power, she struggles to piece together the puzzle and follow the trail her brother left to trace the mysterious plant before the deadly conspirators locate it. It’s only a matter of time before the ancient secret gets exposed... Described by readers as a must-have book for fans of Glenn Cooper, Kate Mosse and James Rollins. |
'Darkly disturbing but brilliantly written!'
Serena McKay, Private Investigator, isn't your mother's favorite female sleuth. Enjoy the gritty story of a strong and feisty, albeit flawed, female private investigator that gets down and dirty solving crimes in this hard-boiled, dark-fiction thriller. 'This book will make you feel sick to the stomach but you will also feel the strength of the main character and wonder how she has survived everything she has gone through. I highly recommend this book to people who like crime books.' Award-winning author, Chariss K. Walker, writes both fiction and nonfiction books with a metaphysical and spiritual component. Her fiction expresses a visionary/metaphysical message that illustrates growth in a character's consciousness while utilizing a paranormal aspect. 'Gripping from the beginning!...' |
Angel...? Redeemer...? Or Demon?
Some see him as an angel, a redeemer. Others see him as the most terrifying demon imagined. He roams the city streets of New Orleans to save the innocent and punish the wicked in this very dark-fiction, supernatural thriller. Prelude (An Alec Winters Series) introduces Alec as a teen...before his supernatural transformation to angel-demon. Meet Alec Winters when he’s sixteen years old. Find out how he met Sabrina. Get the scoop on all his friends before the fateful night that changed his life forever. Then, follow Alec on the gritty streets of New Orleans as he punishes the wicked in Crescent City... 'This dark modern fantasy is fast paced and well crafted. It follows Alec, a handsome avenging angel, who's bent on retributive justice. Sometimes explicit, sometimes violent, this novel is definitely a mischievous escape from the everyday.' |
They say you can always trust a copper. They’re lying.
They lied thirty years ago and they’re still lying today... A booby-trapped body in a long-abandoned chapel. A scene examination that goes horribly wrong. CSI Eddie Collins and DI Benson are injured and one of the team killed. Eddie is heartbroken and guilt-ridden. And angry. If you like fast-paced crime thrillers with a forensic slant, raw emotions, and characters that reach out of the book and grab you by the throat, you’ll love Andrew Barrett’s Eddie Collins series. 'Andrew writes with a wry sense of humour that bubbles just below the surface, although dark humour also runs through the heavily-detailed book. The detailing shows his experience as a senior CSI. But cleverly blended into the story so that it doesn't come across as a police manual.' Robin Roughley (author - DS Lasser series) 'Eddie is such a well-drawn character that it is easy to feel all the emotions he’s going through. At times I was in tears.' |
Obsession, lust and revenge... Part murder mystery, part psychological chiller, this unique, dark, serial killer thriller is a real page turner.
A tense, disturbing British Crime Thriller full of suspense, intriguing twists and a double figure bodycount... The first of a trilogy featuring the main characters: Criminal profiler Doc Powers tries to unravel the truth about a psychopathic potential parolee in time to prevent him wreaking bloody revenge on those he blames for his incarceration - including Doc himself... Can Doc keep this madman behind bars — while hanging on to his own sanity? 'This well-written intelligent story about guilt and mental insanity won't leave you untouched.' Remorseless is the Ebook Skill, 2017 'Mystery & Thriller of the Year' - and is currently free from online retailers... |
Murder, mystery and mayhem... An intense crime thriller, combining psychological chills, well drawn characters and plenty of twists and turns.
A serial killer challenges forensic psychiatrist, Doctor Colin Powers, to solve several cold case mutilation murders, while Detective Inspector Jack Carver investigates a newly dismembered victim. An unlikely coincidence? Is a criminal psychopath from Doc’s past somehow involved, despite having been incarcerated for two decades? And most importantly to Doc, where is his lover, Judy Finch, who went missing several months ago..? Find out in Mutilated - the second 'stand alone' novel in this dark, gritty, British Crime Thriller trilogy. 'Patching goes where other authors fear to tread...' 'A masterpiece.' |
Liar... Manipulator... Sadist... Killer?
When criminal profiler Doc Powers' wakes to find a deadly message left at his country property, he and his friend Detective Inspector Jack Carver are sucked into a nightmare investigation involving a precocious teenager - a budding psychopath with violence running through his veins... Can they stop him achieving his aim of celebrating his 'coming of age' - a spectacular finale involving gasoline and explosives? The lad's mother and grandmother - the victims of his ongoing campaign of psychological torment - are in jeopardy. But so are Doc and Jack... Find out the thrilling outcome in Gaslighting - the third and final novel in this dark, gritty, British Crime Thriller trilogy. A 'coming of age' psychological thriller to make your toes curl... |
Each of these brilliant print editions will be signed and sent to the winner directly from these authors: Josephine Reynolds, Mark Turley, Paula Wynne, Chariss Walker, Gregg Dunnett, Ken Preston, Andrew Barrett and me (Will Patching) - plus two more from Stuart MacBride...
To enter, just answer a simple question regarding my latest crime thriller, Gaslighting (see the entry form below). It's easy - just a single word that can be found in the final pages of the book.
No purchase is necessary:
The answer can also be found in a post which will appear on my Facebook page linking to 'The Last Word' website page one week before the competition closes at midnight UK time on 31st July 2017. Good luck to everyone who enters! Will Patching, Author |
If you fail to win the fantastic 'Lucky 13' first prize - don't worry! I will be giving away lots of ebooks as consolation prizes too - and maybe even a few 'bonus' signed copies of my novels... So don't be shy - enter now for your chance to win! Will Patching, Author
Disclaimer and stuff: Entry is free and available to anyone over the age of 18 anywhere in the world where such prize draws are legal. If it's not legal where you are, please don't enter! Only one entry per person. Bots will automatically be disqualified as will multiple entries from one IP address. Entries with invalid or unresponsive email addresses will be disqualified. There is no obligation to purchase anything, ever, as the answer will be posted on this website and on my Facebook Author page on or before the weekend of the 14th July well before the competition closes on 31st July at midnight UK time. Hopefully, that makes this prize draw legal pretty much everywhere! A random number generator will be used to match the winning Member's entry number. Prizes will arrive some time in August or September 2017 and will be dependent on location and postal service vagaries so please be patient. There is no cash equivalent prize. Prizes awarded at the website owner's discretion.That's all from me. Good luck to everyone!
Will Patching, Author
Will Patching, Author