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David Lawrence's DS Stella Mooney series comprises eight crime novels published between 1997 and 2006. The series follows Detective Sergeant Stella Mooney as she investigates various crimes in London. Known for its gritty realism, the series delves into the challenges faced by law enforcement and the personal lives of its characters.
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The Crossing Places
In this crime novel, Dr. Ruth Galloway, a forensic archaeologist, is called upon to help solve a case of a child's bones found in a nearby marshland. The detective on the case, Harry Nelson, is skeptical of Ruth's abilities, but as they work together, they uncover a dark and twisted mystery. Like DS Stella Mooney, Ruth Galloway is a strong and intelligent female lead who uses her unique skills to solve crimes.
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The Crow Trap
In this mystery novel, three women are brought together to conduct an environmental survey in a remote area of Northumberland. When one of them is found dead, it's up to Detective Inspector Vera Stanhope to unravel the tangled web of secrets and lies that surrounds the case. Vera, like Stella Mooney, is a no-nonsense detective who is unafraid to tackle difficult cases and confront the darkest aspects of human nature.
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The Silent Girl
In this crime novel, Detective Jane Rizzoli is called to investigate a gruesome murder in Boston's Chinatown. The victim was a young woman who was tortured and killed in a ritualistic manner. As Jane and medical examiner Maura Isles delve deeper into the case, they uncover a dark and dangerous world of secrets and lies. Like DS Stella Mooney, Jane is a tough and determined detective who will stop at nothing to solve her cases.
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The Killing Lessons
In this psychological thriller, a serial killer is on the loose in California, targeting families and leaving a trail of bodies in his wake. Detective Valerie Hart is called in to lead the investigation, but as she gets closer to the truth, she realizes that the killer may be closer to her than she thinks. Like DS Stella Mooney, Valerie is a strong and intelligent detective who is unafraid to confront the darkest aspects of human nature.
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