The Games People Play: An Oxford Detective Crime Thriller (DI Joseph Stone Crime Thrillers)

What happens when what’s meant to be a game turns deadly?

Detective Inspector Joseph Stone is plunged into a world where a harmless Nerf gun ‘hit’ spirals into a deadly pursuit. Ryan and Gabby, members of an Assassins gaming club, unwittingly become entangled with someone taking their obsession to a murderous level. Joseph's and DC Megan Anderson’s investigation uncovers a sinister game that blurs the line between reality and fiction.

Simultaneously, Joseph grapples with the hidden secrets of his superior, Derrick, and the mysterious Night Watchmen. His pursuit of the truth not only jeopardises his career but also endangers Kate, his ex-wife.

In this gripping thriller, Joseph confronts corruption and betrayal within his own ranks, while battling a formidable enemy intent on safeguarding their deadly game. He must fight to bring justice to the victims and confront a looming darkness that threatens all he holds dear.