Before It's Too Late

The first DI Will Jackman crime thriller from the author of Beneath the Ashes and The Lies Within."Dark, sinister and page turning."—Rebecca Bradley, bestselling author of the DI Hannah Robbins series

Following an argument with her British boyfriend, Chinese student Min Li is abducted whilst walking the dark streets of picturesque Stratford-upon-Avon alone.

Trapped in a dark pit, Min is at the mercy of her captor. Detective Inspector Will Jackman is tasked with solving the case and in his search for answers discovers that the truth is buried deeper than he ever expected.

But, as another student vanishes and Min grows ever weaker, time is running out. Can Jackman track down the kidnapper, before it's too late?

"My kind of book. Jane Isaac writes with real confidence and attention to detail. An enjoyable and authentic British police procedural."—Mari Hannah, author of the Kate Daniels Mysteries

"The criminal world is always closer than you think . . . Tense and cop-savvy."—Phil Rickman, author of the Merrily Watkins Mysteries

"Sharp writing and extremely authentic—a very engaging read."—Mel Sherratt, bestselling author of the DS Grace Allendale series

"A dark, tense and pacy thriller with satisfying twists. Jane Isaac knows how to write crime novels, and this one will leave you wanting more."—SJI Holliday, author of The Last Resort
"An involving and clever plot; a sympathetic protagonist. In a crowded field, Jane Isaac writes like a seasoned professional."—Mick Herron, CWA Gold Dagger Award-winning author of the Slough House series