Lazybones And The Burning Girl Omnibus – Mark Billingham

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Lazybones And The Burning Girl Omnibus by Mark Billingham is a gripping collection of two dark crime thrillers featuring the determined DI Tom Thorne. Known for his masterful plotting and compelling characters, Billingham delivers a tense exploration of justice, revenge, and buried secrets in modern-day London. Both novels blend the police procedural and psychological thriller genres, with intricate investigations and chilling twists that keep readers hooked.

In Lazybones, DI Tom Thorne faces a chilling case where someone is contacting convicted rapists in prison, only to kill them brutally after their release. His search for the killer leads him to a cold case murder-suicide from 25 years ago, with only two missing children as witnesses. The Burning Girl revolves around Jessica Clarke, a woman set on fire two decades earlier, whose attacker remains imprisoned. When the arresting officer begins receiving threats claiming the attacker’s identity, retired officer Carol Chamberlain seeks Thorne’s help, reigniting past trauma and secrets. Together, these stories reveal Billingham’s talent for blending suspense with emotional depth.

Ideal for fans of gritty British crime fiction, Lazybones And The Burning Girl Omnibus is a must-read for those who enjoy intricate mysteries, complex characters, and the relentless pursuit of truth.