Widows, Murder Mile & Good Friday 3 Books Collection Set by Lynda La Plante - Fiction - Paperback

Titles in This Set:
Widows
Murder Mile
Good Friday

Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback

Overview:
Dive into three gripping crime novels from Lynda La Plante, brought together in this paperback collection. This set features Widows (a film tie-in edition), Murder Mile, and Good Friday, showcasing La Plante’s talent for high-stakes plotting, sharp social observation, and unforgettable female protagonists. Widows follows Dolly Rawlins and the other widows after a botched security-van hijack, as they navigate betrayal, risk, and a compelling possibility: could they finish the job their husbands started? Murder Mile transports readers to late-1970s London, where Detective Sergeant Jane Tennison confronts a brutal murder spree around Peckham and the social turmoil of the era, testing nerve and investigative skill alike. Good Friday returns Tennison to a city scarred by IRA bombings, where courage under risk and the fault lines of public fear are laid bare. This trio of novels offers accessible, page-turning crime fiction with authentic atmosphere and character-driven tension, perfect for fans of Prime Suspect-era storytelling and meticulous police procedural drama.

What Makes This Collection Special:
This collection shines because it pairs three distinctly powerful crime narratives that share a backbone of realism, social context, and daring heroines. La Plante’s protagonists—whether facing a dangerous heist aftermath or navigating the pressures of high-profile investigations—are multifaceted, vulnerable, and fiercely capable. The set offers a cohesive reading journey: a heist-driven caper, a gritty city-wide murder investigation, and a high-stakes bomb-montage thriller, all written in La Plante’s signature economy of language, brisk pacing, and suspense that lands with every twist. Readers gain not only standalone thrills but a sense of how a single author can thread complex female perspectives through the DNA of British crime fiction, creating a collectible trio that feels both cohesive and richly varied.

Books Included in This Collection:
Widows
A security van hijack goes disastrously wrong and leaves three widowed women in its wake. When Dolly Rawlins uncovers her husband’s role in the failed plan, a bold idea emerges: could the women complete the job their husbands began? As they rehearse the raid, it becomes clear that someone else may have been involved, and the mystery deepens when the fourth man—and his whereabouts—remain unaccounted for. This film-tie-in edition blends fast-paced plotting with dark social undertones and a fearless commitment to female perspectives in crime.

Murder Mile
February, 1979, in the shadow of the “Winter of Discontent.” Detective Sergeant Jane Tennison is posted to Peckham CID as Britain reels from strikes and rising tension. Two bodies appear in quick succession, their proximity tying them together in a way that hints at a serial killer. With suspects scarce and public pressure mounting, Tennison must navigate a maze of clues, media frenzy, and departmental obstacles to uncover the truth about what links the victims—and who is responsible for the third murder three days later.

Good Friday
Set against the IRA bombing campaign of 1974–75, Tennison is a fully fledged detective on the way to court when a bomb blast in Covent Garden kills and injures many. A key witness, Tennison helps the injured, but a photo published in the papers draws danger to her and her family. As the investigation unfolds, the line between professional duty and personal risk becomes perilously thin, and Tennison’s resolve is tested as she confronts a city under threat and the price of courage in a world where threats come from every direction.

Who This Set Is Perfect For:
Fans of classic British crime fiction, strong female-led mysteries, and readers who appreciate character-driven thrillers will find much to love here. Ideal for those who enjoyed Prime Suspect-era storytelling, this collection suits readers seeking mature, suspenseful plots with social texture. It’s a fantastic gift for mystery lovers, collectors of La Plante’s work, and anyone building a home library of enduring crime fiction that combines gripping action with thoughtful thematic depth.

Key Benefits:

• Three standalone crime thrillers from a celebrated author in a single, convenient paperback set
• Strong, complex female leads with realistic, grounded investigations
• Authentic 1970s–early 1980s London atmosphere and social context
• Accessible entry point for new readers and a robust addition for fans
• Great value for the complete reading journey across three titles

About the Author:
Lynda La Plante is a renowned British crime writer whose work helped redefine female-led detective fiction. Known for creating the iconic detective Jane Tennison—whose televised exploits redefined crime drama—La Plante blends tight plotting with social insight and character-driven suspense. Her novels are celebrated for precise procedural detail, sharp dialogue, and a keen sense of moral complexity. This collection showcases her early to mid-career capabilities: propulsive narratives anchored by powerful female heroines and a knack for turning ordinary lives into high-stakes crime stories.

Why You’ll Love This Set:
Owning the Lynda La Plante Collection 3 Books Set means owning a cohesive trio that demonstrates the evolution of a master crime writer. The set delivers consistent quality, a varied reading palette—from heist intrigue to police procedure to bomb-era danger—and collectible appeal for fans of British noir. It’s a reliable source of weekend-reading tension, a thoughtful gift for crime-fiction enthusiasts, and a durable, shelf-worthy addition to any reader’s library where storytelling and atmosphere matter as much as twists and reveals.

Please Note: The individual books included in this listing will be dispatched as per the original UK ISBN and UK edition cover image shown in the image.