Murder Beyond the Pale - (Jesse O'Hara Novel) by Wendy Church (Paperback)

About the Book

"While helping a relative find his missing daughter, Jesse O'Hara, aided by her near photographic memory and dogged perseverance, antagonizes the Ireland's most dangerous drug kingpin, and when she doesn't backoff and other people turn up dead, she must solve this case before she ends up six feet under."--

Book Synopsis

A fast-paced thriller set along the Wild Atlantic Way in which smart-mouthed sleuth Jesse O'Hara investigates a missing girl case - with deadly consequences!

Jesse, the ever fiery ex-financial investigator with a penchant for Guinness, is still unemployed. So when her brother-in-law begs her to fly to Ireland and help his family find his missing niece Cait, Jesse seizes the opportunity to visit her own ancestral home. She isn't sure where the investigation will lead - ideally to the nearest whiskey distillery - but first things first: find Cait.

Upon landing in the Emerald Isle, Jesse's skills are immediately put to the test. Cait has vanished without a trace, and those who know her are harbouring secrets that could save her life. But as Jesse investigates further, she risks antagonizing local drug lords, the Gardaí and the formidable IRA, putting herself in perilous danger.

With time running out, Jesse must trust her razor-sharp instincts if she wants to make it out of Ireland alive . . .

The second novel in the riveting Jesse O'Hara series is perfect for readers of Ruth Ware, Darynda Jones and Janet Evanovich. Thriller fans who love a strong female protagonist, unexpected twists and wry humor are in for a treat!

READERS LOVE MURDER BEYOND THE PALE:

"A wild ride through Ireland with the whip-smart, foodie, fearless Jessie! . . . If you haven't read it yet, be sure to pick up first-in-the-series, Murder on the Spanish Seas, and read both of these back to back for deliciously-satisfying mysteries" Jen, 5* Goodreads review

"Another read in one sitting gem from the incredible Wendy Church" Lynne, 5* Goodreads review

"Compelling and interesting locations, Jesse's backstory and her interesting personality all make for a great read and book ride" Molly, 5* Amazon review

Review Quotes

A riveting, entertaining read that will appeal to fans of Janet Evanovich-- "Booklist on Knife Skills"

A whip-smart, sarcastic, amateur sleuth and a tightly plotted story that's perfect for fans of Ruth Ware, Catriona McPherson, and Darynda Jones. Readers will want to see Jesse again-- "Library Journal"

An action-packed debut that's as funny as the heroine is unstoppable. I loved it!-- "Nora McFarland, author of the Lily Hawkins mysteries"

Clever, transportive, and laugh-out-loud funny, Murder on the Spanish Seas is the perfect book to read poolside - just not on the deck of a luxury ocean liner. I can't wait to read more from this wickedly entertaining new voice-- "Andrea Bartz, New York Times bestselling author"

Dizzying-- "Kirkus Reviews Starred Review of Knife Skills"

Fans of Janet Evanovich will enjoy meeting the freewheeling Jesse, and this debut gives an enticing hint of more adventures to come. Armchair travelers and foodies, rejoice. Go, Jesse!-- "Booklist Starred Review"

With brisk pacing and dynamic characters, Church keeps readers enthralled as her plot spins into violent territory, and successfully conceals a doozy of a twist that sends the series in an unexpected direction-- "Publishers Weekly on Knife Skills"