The Devil’s Code

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Synopsis

'Once again, Michael Wood, the master of horror and suspense, has written a book that put me through the wringer with its taut, horrifying, dark and devious storyline.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Dr Olivia Winter is back. And she’s got a brand new case to solve. A BRUTAL MURDER

When Isaac McFadden is found with the dismembered body of a young man in the boot of his car, it’s an easy conviction for the jury. But, then a notebook is discovered in Isaac’s house, and the police believe they have a serial killer on their hands.

A CRYPTIC CODE

Within the pages of the notebook is a chart written in a code, which DI Linus Sutton believes holds the location of more bodies. Made up of seemingly random words, numbers and symbols, and with a suspect who is refusing to talk, Sutton enlists the help of Forensic Psychologist Dr Olivia Winter.

THE FINAL GIRL

Having previously survived attacks from two killers, Olivia is the real life ‘final girl’. But can she unlock the code before her luck runs out?

The Dr Olivia Winter series:

  • The Mind of a Murderer
  • The Devil’s Code
  • Evil in the Family

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Praise for The Devil’s Code‘The crime was brilliantly plotted. I also tried my hardest with decoding the notebook… and when it was all finally revealed, well, I sat back and applauded the author for a job well done.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Michael Wood deserves to be recognised as one of our best crime writers.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘One twisted but addictive read.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'What a read this was, it chilled me to the bone, the darkness was intense and downright scary. The code was cleverly done and I spent ages trying to figure it out myself, but to no avail.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'It's beautiful, dark but gripping and a real page turner.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Clever, heartbreaking and – in parts – very gruesome!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Hooks you from the first page and if you enjoy procedurals with dark twists, you will enjoy this.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'The Devil's Code is not for the faint hearted and is devilishly clever.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'The pace is relentless, fuelled by unexpected twists and dark revelations.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'An extremely chilling read with a twist that will blow your socks off!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'As you are reading it, you think you have it solved but you couldn’t be more wrong.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'I didn’t think he could better the Matilda Darke series which I love but I think Michael Wood might have hit the jackpot again with this one.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Publisher information

  • Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
  • ISBN: 9780008618889
  • Number of pages: 416
  • Dimensions: 198 x 129 x 31 mm
  • Weight: 280g
  • Languages: English

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The Devil’s Code
BRILLIANT BRILLIANT BRILLIANT
BRILLIANT BRILLIANT BRILLIANT Book 2 of the Olivia Winter series. Olivia is one of my favourite characters her vulnerability yet feisty attitude makes h... READ MORE
Lovetoread2023
The Devil’s Code
Love Olivia Winter
Forensic psychologist, Dr Olivia Winter is back in the second book in the series. This book can be read as a standalone but I highly recommend reading the ... READ MORE
Melanie Campbell
The Devil’s Code
The Devil’s Code by Michael Wood
The Devil’s Code by Michael Wood is the second book in the Dr Olivia Winter series, she is a forensic psychologist. Olivia has another case to solve, anoth... READ MORE
Christine Rennie
The Devil’s Code
Brilliant fast paced thriller
A blockbuster of a murder mystery and the second Dr Olivia Winter novel. Olivia is a forensic psychologist with a unique story. She is the surviving daught... READ MORE
Lynda’s Book Reviews
The Devil’s Code
A very dark thriller
This is a wonderfully dark thriller which compliments the first, The Mind of a Murderer, so well that this series is definitely going to be an auto buy for... READ MORE
MunchKim
The Devil’s Code
An enthralling read.
The second Dr Olivia Winter who is a psychologist specializing in serial killers. I thoroughly enjoyed the first, but this surpasses it. It hooks you from ... READ MORE
Mavis Tiller
The Devil’s Code
Another brilliant book in a great series
This is the second novel in this series, following Dr Olivia Winter as she delves into the minds of serial killers while dealing with many of her own demon... READ MORE
Nicola Hall
The Devil’s Code
Terrific!
1/3/24 It’s dreadful weather and Isaac McFadden is driving on the A1 in the North East listening to The Big O when he sees blue lights flashing behind hi... READ MORE
Celia Short
The Devil’s Code
Very dark but with surprising twists
Dr Olivia Winter is a fascinating and complex character having survived the brutal murder of her mother and sister as a child, with the added twist the kil... READ MORE
Gee Wood
The Devil’s Code
Excellent read with unexpected twists
Dr Olivia Winter is a fascinating and complex character having survived the brutal murder of her mother and sister as a child, with the added twist the kil... READ MORE
Gee Wood
The Devil’s Code
A dark and intense read.
Another dark and gripping read from Michael Wood. Dr Olivia Winter is a complex character and her backstory leaves the reader with no doubt as to why she ... READ MORE
Zoe Hitchen
The Devil’s Code
A dark and chilling read.
When Isaac McFadden is found with the dismembered body of a young man in the boot of his car, he is promptly arrested and goes down the ‘No comment’ route.... READ MORE
Dee Groocock
The Devil’s Code
A must read for fans who enjoy a dark crime thriller
I’m a huge fan of Michael wood’s books. They veer towards the darker side of crime, but my god the author sure knows how’s capturing the readers’ attention... READ MORE
Lolly
The Devil’s Code
Brilliant, Highly Recommended!
Dr Olivia Winter is a forensic psychologist whose job is to understand the minds of serial killers. This time around she’s brought in to help DI Linus Su... READ MORE
Maureen Ellis
The Devil’s Code
A dark compulsive murder thriller!
Isaac McFadden is driving at night in stormy weather when he gets stopped by the police for having a faulty rear light. He’s asked to open his car boot wh... READ MORE
Joan Clapham
The Devil’s Code
The Devil's Code
This is the second book featuring Dr Olivia Winter, following on from the cracking series opener - The Mind of a Murderer - so for full enjoyment I do sugg... READ MORE
Ashrae
The Devil’s Code
Dark, delicious, clever, brilliant!!
Oh my goodness!!! Michael Wood just gets better and better! I didn't think he could improve on his amazing Mathida Darke series but his Olivia Winter serie... READ MORE
Psychoticpat
The Devil’s Code
Fabulous read
When I read ‘The Mind of a Murderer’ the first book in the Dr Olivia Winter series it blew me away. So, I was so excited to receive a copy of ‘The Devils c... READ MORE
Michelle De Alwis
The Devil’s Code
Surviving as the child of a serial killer
Thanks to Michael and NetGalley for allowing me to read The Devil’s Code before the publication date. This is the second book in the Dr Olivia Winter ser... READ MORE
LoraineG
The Devil’s Code
A real page turner
I couldn’t wait to read this book after the first about Dr Olivia Winter and wow it was fantastic kept me reading right from the first page. In this case s... READ MORE
Sandie McCormack
The Devil’s Code
Pages turn themselves
The Devil's Code is fast paced, chillingly good and you will want to devour it all in one sitting. Dr. Olivia Winter who studies serial killers ( almost... READ MORE
Judy Odom
The Devil’s Code
A chilling but terrific read.
Dr Olivia Winter is a forensic psychologist whose job is to understand the minds of serial killers. This time around she’s brought in to help DI Linus Su... READ MORE
Maureen Ellis
The Devil’s Code
Book 2 in the series
Another fabulous read from Michael Wood! This is book 2 in the series - I suggest you start with the first - The Mind of a Murderer to get the full charac... READ MORE
Fiona Sharp
The Devil’s Code
So-o tragic!
Twisted killers, damaged daughters This is one twisted but addictive read. Dr. Olivia Winters, daughter of a serial killer who survived her own father's ... READ MORE
Pineknotter
The Devil’s Code
Excellent
Michael woods is one of the finest crime writers of recent years .this latest novel in the Olivia Winters saga had me on the edge. It's beautiful dark but ... READ MORE
Lisa Carlile