My thoughs on Gone in Seconds by M A Comley

 Gone in Seconds

By M A Comley

This is the first book in a spin-off series to the highly successful JUSTICE series from M A Comley, NY Times and USA Today bestselling author who has sold over four million copies worldwide to date.

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DI Katy Foster knew she had big shoes to fill when her long-time partner DI Lorne Warner retired. Now she has a new partner, DC Charlie Simpkins, Lorne's daughter, and their first case together leaves them baffled.

A series of murders, and the deaths of two police officers leads to a dangerous investigation that makes no sense. One thing is certain-many more lives will be at risk unless Katy and her team can conquer the evil lurking within the city.

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Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Cover Art: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

In Gone in Seconds, M.A. Comley launches a gripping spin-off of her popular Justice series, centering on DI Katy Foster, who steps into the lead role after her long-time partner (DI Lorne Warner) retires. 

 She’s joined by DC Charlie Simpkins, Lorne’s daughter, which creates an interesting dynamic — part legacy, part fresh start. 

The core conflict is intense and disturbing: a series of brutal murders, including the deaths of two police officers, sets Katy and Charlie on a dangerous investigation. 

 As the body count rises, the pair must navigate not only the procedural challenges but also the darker, more insidious forces lurking in their city. 

What makes this book stand out is Comley’s strong character work. Katy is no longer just “the partner”; she’s a leader with her own strengths, insecurities, and moral code. 

 Charlie, meanwhile, is proving herself in a legacy she didn’t sign up for — and that tension feels very real. 

 The pacing is good: there’s a real sense of a race against time, and Comley balances the procedural elements with emotional stakes effectively. 

On the downside, with multiple murders right from the start, the plot can feel quite heavy — but that’s part of the point: the threat is serious, and Comley doesn’t shy away from evil. Some readers might find parts of the mystery a bit dense, especially if they’re new to Comley’s style or the world she’s built.