The Hangman’s Hold

Your life is in his hands.



In the gripping new serial killer thriller from Michael Wood, Matilda Darke faces a vicious killer pursuing his own brand of lethal justice. Perfect for fans of Angela Marsons and Helen Fields.


There’s a killer in your house.
The Hangman waits in the darkness.


He knows your darkest secrets.
He’ll make you pay for all the crimes you have tried desperately to forget.


And he is closer than you think.
DCI Matilda Darke is running out of time. Fear is spreading throughout the city. As the body count rises, Matilda is targeted and her most trusted colleagues fall under suspicion. But can she keep those closest to her from harm? Or is it already too late?