Partners In Crime

Do you want to hear how Adam murdered a snowman? Where did he dispose of the body? And just how big is the audio delay between our hosts this week? To find out the answers to these questions and some interesting stuff too, listen to the latest episode of Partners in Crime with Robert Daws and Adam Croft. Bob chats about French crime TV series Spiral, which is back for one final season, Adam goes through the Mystery Writers of America 2021 Edgar Allan Poe Nominations and we hear who the top 50 authors are, based on sales performance. Adam tells us about a new murder mystery card game called Foul Play (see how to order it and get a discount in the notes below), while Bob recommends yet another book that you can't get on Kobo. ~ Moriarty ~   Foul Play - The Murder Mystery Card Game To order, just head to: https://www.foulplaygame.co.uk/shop  Remember to use code partnersincrime to get your discount!   January's Patreon FREE book of the month from Kobo is The Hana Du Rose Mysteries Box Set 1-4 by K T Bo

How many times will Bob freeze during this week's episode? How loud is his dog? And who are our host's favourite CNN presenters? To find out the answers to these questions and hear some occasional chat about crime fiction, listen to the latest episode of Partners in Crime with Robert Daws and Adam Croft. Adam tells us about an article in the Guardian on Patricia Highsmith during the week of what would have been her 100th birthday, Bob talks about a well-known Ira Levin book and the pair discuss how we're spoilt for choice with TV crime fiction dramas at the moment. Bob reveals that he loves to dance to the Partners in Crime theme tune, things get a bit political during the episode and Clara from Waitrose recommends a new tv show on Netflix. ~ Moriarty ~   RECOMMENDATIONS A Kiss Before Dying by Ira Levin https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/a-kiss-before-dying-6 All The President's Men by Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/all-the-president-s-men Too Much and Never Enough by Mary

Does Adam know how to use a phone box? Has Bob's family left him any internets for this week's episode? And is he finally learning how to use modern technology? To find out the answers, listen to the latest episode of Partners in Crime with Robert Daws and Adam Croft. Adam has a look at what type of crime reader you might be, we hear about a new ITV crime drama called The Pembrokeshire Murders and Bob recommends a Jane Harper novel. Viewers on Patreon can have a sneaky look at Bob's new microphone, Adam points out (a few times) that he is much younger than Bob, while the pair discuss plans for the fence at the bottom of Adam's garden. ~ Moriarty ~   RECOMMENDATIONS The Survivors by Jane Harper https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/the-survivors-40   The Pembrokeshire Murders on ITV   January's Patreon FREE book of the month from Kobo is The Hana Du Rose Mysteries Box Set 1-4 by K T Bowes  https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/the-hana-du-rose-mysteries-boxed-set To get this book and a different one every month

Did our podcast hosts remember to do an Audacity? Has Adam's new fridge arrived yet? And how nasal is Bob's voice?  To find out the answers to all of this and a whole lot more, listen to the latest episode of Partners in Crime with Adam Croft and Robert Daws. Adam reveals six destinations that every Agatha Christie fan should visit, Bob talks about a new Nordic noir television show based on the aforementioned author's Sven Hjerson and the pair discuss John le Carré after the sad news of his death. There's an exclusive first play of the Partners in Crime Christmas song, viewers on Patreon get to see Bob and Adam sporting some rather fetching Santa hats, while Adam reveals that he's got the lurgy. But IT'S NOT COVID. Honest.   ~ Moriarty ~   COMPETITION To enter the competition mentioned during the podcast to win a BRAND NEW KOBO NIA EREADER plus some great runner-up prizes, click on the following link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScFkG9Y4YcjmWSG9AVwcEv5IQPVKWEy0eL0ly1CG0cycbXkZA/viewform?g

Will Adam's dodgy internet last for the duration of the episode? Will be Bob be able to work out if he's allowed to go for a 'business lunch' in the pub? And just how much coffee did he consume before recording this podcast?  To find out the answers, listen to the latest episode of Partners in Crime with Adam Croft and Robert Daws. Adam tells us about a German two-part crime drama being filmed in Scarborough, he reveals The Guardian's best crime and thrillers of 2020 and Bob chats about the upcoming eighth series of French police procedural television show Spiral. We hear how Ian Rankin plans to complete William McIlvanney’s final novel The Dark Remains, Adam informs us that Granite Noir will be fully online in 2021 and we hear a bit too much information about the bathing habits of one of our hosts.   ~ Moriarty ~   RECOMMENDATIONS   Cry Baby by Mark Billingham https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/cry-baby-20 The Catch by T.M. Logan https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/the-catch-30 Dark History of Holywood by Ki

Did Bob have a good time being a movie star in Latvia? How many Covid tests has he had? And how will Adam cope with being left on his own when Bob does a disappearing act halfway through the episode? To find out the answers and a whole lot more, listen to the latest episode of Partners in Crime with Adam Croft and Robert Daws. Adam tells us how an Edinburgh dog shop owner became a published author after being discovered by Stephen King, Bob talks about a Channel 5 drama on the life of Agatha Christie and he also recommends a Julius Green book. We hear about black Jewish novelist Walter Mosely being honored with a lifetime achievement award, viewers on Patreon can see Adam showing off his limited edition anniversary hardback version of Her Last Tomorrow (see below if you want to get one), which leads to our hosts comparing the sounds of paperback and hardback books. It's more interesting than it sounds, honest. ~ Moriarty ~   RECOMMENDATIONS Her Last Tomorrow - Limited edition anniversary hardback by Ad

How is Bob getting on in Latvia? Will he still talk to Adam now  he is a famous film star? And how is Adam's lockdown beard coming along? To find out the answers, listen to the latest episode of Partners in Crime with Robert Daws and Adam Croft. Adam reveals the winner of the WH Smith Book of the Year, the shortlist for an Irish crime fiction book prize and he also recommends a Netflix television series with a rather amusing title. Bob tells us about a new upcoming ITV crime drama, while the pair discuss plans to become a new crime fighting duo in Latvia. ~ Moriarty ~   RECOMMENDATIONS Swedish Dicks on Netflix   November's Patreon free book of the month from Kobo is List of Secrets by D.F. Hart  To get this book for free, become a patron at patreon.com/partnersincrimepodcast   Buy Partners In Crime merchandise here https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/52592091 Buy a 'Partners In Time' clock by clicking below! https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/52592683   Don't forget your exclusive Partners in C

What exactly is Bob doing in Latvia? Is he any good at German accents? And why did Adam only get two hours sleep the night before recording this episode? To find out the answers, listen to the latest episode of Partners in Crime with Robert Daws and Adam Croft. Adam tells us about how Iceland's Prime Minister is planning on branching out into the world of fiction writing, why Australia's most successful crime writers are trading fact for crime fiction and he also recommends a T.M. Logan book. Bob goes into a bit more detail about his trip to Riga with an in-depth history lesson, a review of Latvian bookshops and gives viewers on Patreon a look at the lovely view from his hotel bedroom window. ~ Moriarty ~   RECOMMENDATIONS The Catch by T.M. Logan https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/the-catch-30   November's Patreon free book of the month from Kobo is List of Secrets by D.F. Hart  https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/list-of-secrets-book-three-of-the-vital-secrets-series To get this book for free, become a patr

As you may have guessed, this isn't actually an episode of Partners in Crime. It's just a little message from Adam to keep you all updated as to why you haven't had a new episode in a little while (what do you mean you haven't noticed?). Don't forget that if you become a Patreon member, you're entitled to a free book once a month courtesy of Kobo. There's still a few days left to join if you want to get your hands on October's book, True Justice by Tyler Porter. All the details are below.   ~ Moriarty ~     October's Patreon free book of the month: True Justice by Tyler Porter https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/true-justice-7 To get this book for free, become a patron at patreon.com/partnersincrimepodcast   Buy Partners In Crime merchandise here https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/52592091 Buy a 'Partners In Time' clock by clicking below! https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/52592683   Don't forget your exclusive Partners in Crime discounts through Kobo. Get 90% off your first purchase using the code CR

Did Bob enjoy his visit to Rutland? Has Adam got his fancy new equipment working? And is his food delivery driver louder than his binmen?  To find out the answers, listen to the latest episode of Partners in Crime with Robert Daws and Adam Croft. Adam tells us how Ian Rankin can create a £1 million book with a £3.50 pad of paper, Bob recommends an audio book from the same author and we hear about the new two-part event series The Comey Rule on Sky Atlantic. Adam's recommends a book from Blake Crouch, our hosts have an in-depth discussion on politics and we get to hear if Bob is any good at various accents (spoiler - actually no, I think you can probably guess).   ~ Moriarty ~   RECOMMENDATIONS Dark Matter by Blake Crouch https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/dark-matter-41 A Song for the Dark Times by Ian Rankin Audio book https://www.kobo.com/gb/en/audiobook/a-song-for-the-dark-times-2 ebook https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/a-song-for-the-dark-times How to Survive a Murder documentary on Sky The Comey Rule

How will our hosts cope in front of a live (socially distanced) audience? Did they enjoy their stroll around the reservoir together? And would you like to hear Bob sing for over a minute?  The answer to the last question should undoubtedly be yes, so have a listen to the latest episode of Partners in Crime with Robert Daws and Adam Croft. Adam takes us through the ten most powerful crime scenes, Bob recommends books from Elly Griffiths and Martin Edwards, while he also talks about a new ITV crime drama called Professor T. Adam's new book On Borrowed Time is discussed (well, it is launch week!), there's an in-depth fishing discussion and viewers on Patreon will get to see amazing views of Rutland Water in the background (unfortunately Adam and Bob are in the way a bit).  ~ Moriarty ~   RECOMMENDATIONS On Borrowed Time by Adam Croft https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/on-borrowed-time-17 The Postscript Murders by Elly Griffiths https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/the-postscript-murders Howdunit by Martin Edwards

Which one of our hosts has been naked on stage in front of their R.E. teacher? How excited is Adam about pubs being allowed to stay open? And on a related note, just how bad is Bob's hangover? To find out, simply listen to the latest episode of Partners in Crime with Robert Daws and Adam Croft. Adam tells us about an interesting article on Lynda La Plante, which includes more nudity talk, Bob recommends Simon Mayo's new crime fiction book and we hear how Henry Cavill's portrayal of Sherlock Holmes in the new Netflix film Enola Holmes, differs from previous takes on the character.  Bob also recommends the same television programme again, but this time he remembers the name, while Adam gives us an important lesson on leaves falling off trees.  ~ Moriarty ~   RECOMMENDATIONS Knife Edge by Simon Mayo  https://www.kobo.com/gb/en/ebook/knife-edge-16   September's Patreon free book of the month: The Night Shift by Robert Enright  https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/the-night-shift-24 To get this book for free, b

Who spotted the first brown leaf of autumn this week? Did Bob have a nice bbq? And does he moan about the weather for the 118th episode in a row? To find out the answers to these questions and to hear an interview with author and award winning playwright Gytha Lodge, listen to the latest episode of Partners in Crime with Adam Croft and Robert Daws Adam tells us all about the ninth staging of Bloody Scotland 2020, which is virtual this year, Bob talks about Grace, the new television adaptation of Peter James' crime novels and we hear about how the life of a fledgling crime writer has taken a surprising twist.  Adam recommends a must-watch television programme he has been getting into this week, while the conversation takes a disturbing route as our hosts remind us that viewers on Patreon will be able to see Bob's naked legs.  ~ Moriarty ~   RECOMMENDATIONS Watching in the Dark by Gytha Lodge  https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/watching-from-the-dark   September's Patreon free book of the month: The Night

What did our hosts get up to during their week off? Where did Bob first go on holiday? And who got mistaken for a tennis player while having a walk in the woods?   To find out the answers to these questions, all you need to do is listen to the latest episode of Partners in Crime with Adam Croft and Robert Daws.   Adam reveals what there is to look forward to at the Noirwich Crime Writing Festival, Bob recommends a future book by Iain Ryan that you can pre-order now and we hear how many books Angela Marsons has signed up to write in her new deal.    Adam tells us about a Gytha Lodge book, Bob gives a short lesson in boating and he also talks about yet another TV programme he was once in.    ~ Moriarty ~   RECOMMENDATIONS Watching in the Dark by Gytha Lodge  https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/watching-from-the-dark   The Spiral by Iain Ryan (Pre-order) https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/the-spiral-2     September's Patreon free book of the month: The Night Shift by Robert Enright  https://www.kobo.com/e

Where is the wind coming from? Is it Bob or Adam? And would Roy Castle have made a good Hercule Poirot?   To find out the answers along with some crime chat (honest), listen to the latest episode of Partners in Crime with Adam Croft and Robert Daws.   Adam tells us about the new Death on the Nile film and who will actually be playing Poirot, Bob talks about a true crime documentary called Who Killed Garrett Phillips and we hear how Norwegian author Jo Nesbo earned $5.1 million in royalties last year.    Bob recommends a Val McDermid book, Adam reveals he put the bins out last night, while viewers on Patreon get another sneaky look at some Partners In Crime merchandise. This time it's socks and risking a spoiler, they are amazing.   ~ Moriarty ~   RECOMMENDATIONS Still Life by Val McDermid  https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/still-life-79   Midnight at Malabar House by Vaseem Khan  https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/midnight-at-malabar-house     August's Patreon free book of the month: Turn to Dust by

Did Bob enjoy his holiday in Greece? Why did the airline turn him away during his first attempt to get there? And are Adam and Bob the Richard and Judy of podcasts?   To find out all this and so much more, listen to the latest episode of Partners in Crime with Adam Croft and Robert Daws.   Adam gives us the shortlist for the Crime Writers' Association Gold Dagger award, reveals which former Radio One DJ has just released his first crime novel and Bob lets us know about a Netflix series called Top Boy.    Bob recommends a John Grisham book, Adam tells us an interesting story about how a friend of Erin Kelly's awful date gave her an idea for a novel, while viewers on Patreon get a sneak look at a load of tat with the Partners In Crime logo on it.    ~ Moriarty ~   RECOMMENDATIONS The Whistler by John Grisham https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/the-whistler-3   August's Patreon free book of the month: Turn to Dust by Rachel Amphlett  https://www.kobo.com/gb/en/ebook/turn-to-dust To get this book for free

Why does Adam's garden look like an explosion in a Ryman shop? Has Bob been doing his homework about Rutland? And how good are his map reading skills?   To find out, listen to the latest episode of Partners in Crime with Adam Croft and Robert Daws.   Adam tells us all about how he cleaned up after a huge Amazon mess, lets us know who the winner of this year's Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year is and Bob recommends a Bogdan Teodorescu book.    Adam also gives tips on how using family labour can come in very handy, while Bob reveals he is considering moving into the erotic novels industry.   ~ Moriarty ~   RECOMMENDATIONS Sword by Bogdan Teodorescu https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/sword-12   August's Patreon free book of the month: Turn to Dust by Rachel Amphlett  https://www.kobo.com/gb/en/ebook/turn-to-dust To get this book for free, become a patron at patreon.com/partnersincrimepodcast   Don't forget your exclusive Partners in Crime discounts through Kobo. Get 90% off your first purc

Which insect will distract Adam this week? How windy is his garden? And just how much does Bob love Gillian McAllister?   To find out all the answers and a lot more, listen to the latest episode of Partners in Crime, with Adam Croft and Robert Daws, featuring an interview with the aforementioned Gillian McAllister.   Adam has the nominations list for the Strand Critics Awards, Bob recommends a Quentin Bates book and we hear about an interesting article in The Times on how reading fiction is having a positive influence on certain world leaders.   Returning the favour from last week and keeping in line with a Partners in Crime tradition of self-promotion, Bob recommends Adam's new book What Lies Beneath. He also threatens to send round the boys if you don't like it, while Adam informs us that he is now best friends with the police in Rutland.   ~ Moriarty ~   RECOMMENDATIONS What Lies Beneath by Adam Croft https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/what-lies-beneath-33 Cold Malice by Quentin Bates https://www.ko

How much has Adam been expanding during lockdown? Who will win in this week's self promotion competition between our two hosts? Listen to the latest episode of Partners in Crime with Adam Croft and Robert Daws to find out the answers and more. Adam reveals the plans Peter James has in store for DS Roy Grace, goes through the 2020 CRIMEFEST Awards winners and Bob tells us about Stuart Turton's new book.  Adam surprises Bob by interviewing him about his book that is released this week, during which Bob gives us an in-depth history lesson about Gibraltar and later in the episode, he gets a bit sweary. ~ Moriarty ~   RECOMMENDATIONS Killing Rock by Robert Daws https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/killing-rock   July's Patreon free book of the month: She Said, Three Said by David B. Lyons  https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/she-said-three-said To get this book for free, become a patron at patreon.com/partnersincrimepodcast   Don't forget your exclusive Partners in Crime discounts through Kobo. Get 90% off your fi

How has Adam coped with setting up an outside studio in the wind and rain? How will he manage being interrupted by an aeroplane, a train and a fly? Bob is away this week, so to find out all this and more, listen to the latest episode of Partners in Crime with Adam Croft and Adrian Hobart. Adam has the shortlist for the Bloody Scotland Debut Crime Book of the Year, mentions a new true crime podcast hosted by Michael Caine and tells us all about an Irish Times article in which Lee Child reveals he doesn't like Jack Reacher that much.  With Bob being otherwise engaged this week, he needs someone else to promote his book and Adrian is happy to oblige. Isn't it a spot of luck that Bob is signed to Adrian's new publishing company? Adrian also shares his Michael Caine impression with us and it's actually quite good. ~ Moriarty ~     Get 20% off Bob's new book Killing Rock only at https://www.hobeck.net/ July's Patreon free book of the month: She Said, Three Said by David B. Lyons  https://www.kobo.com/en/e