Partners In Crime

Would you like to hear Adam's tips on how to keep your grass looking lovely and green? Did Bob get past the first round on Pointless Celebrities? And just how loud is his shirt this week? To find out all this and more, listen to the latest episode of Partners in Crime, with Adam Croft and Robert Daws. Adam tells us all about HarperFiction's plans to mark Karin Slaughter's 20th book in 20 years with SlaughterFest, Bob recommends some audiobooks and we hear who the Theakston Old Peculier New Blood authors are for this year.  Bob talks about himself on the telly (with a few name-drops, naturally), while Adam takes the promotion of his new book a little too far, by turning his garden into Rutland Water. ~ Moriarty ~   RECOMMENDATIONS Bluebird, Bluebird audiobook by Attica Locke https://www.kobo.com/en/audiobook/bluebird-bluebird-3 Winter: A Berlin Family, 1899 - 1945 audiobook by Len Deighton https://www.kobo.com/en/audiobook/winter-a-berlin-family-1899-1945-2 June's Patreon free book of the month: Kill

What did Adam do to cause a media storm, resulting in the Chief Constable of Leicestershire Police getting in touch with him? Why does Bob nearly choke on his coffee? And is Adam any good at forecasting the weather? The only way to find out is to listen to the latest episode of Partners in Crime, with Adam Croft and Robert Daws. Adam takes us through the shortlist for the Theakston Old Peculiar Crime Novel of the Year, Bob talks about an Izzy Price article on the surge in crime fiction popularity during lockdown and we hear what Jane Casey thinks about her fellow crime writers. Viewers on Patreon can find out which of our hosts have the best legs, while everyone can listen to Adam's in-depth lesson about the history of England's smallest county, Rutland. ~ Moriarty ~    June's Patreon free book of the month: Kill For Love by Malcolm Richards  https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/kill-for-love  To get this book for free, become a patron at patreon.com/partnersincrimepodcast   Don't forget your exclusive Part

Did Adam get any interesting presents for his birthday? How much has he grown after eating and drinking for two months? And is it Adam or Bob that continues the hat theme from the last episode, by showing off a rather striking, brand new one? To find out all the answers, listen to the latest episode of Partners in Crime, with Adam Croft and Robert Daws. We have a look at an article that explores psychological thrillers, domestic suspense and asks if they are here to stay, Bob recommends an S.A. Cosby book and Adam reveals author Craig Robertson's top ten Scottish crime novels. Viewers on Patreon will get to see an exclusive and very accurate drawing of Adam, while we all hear an interview with Graham Bartlett, in which Adam immediately gets the former high ranking police officer's job title wrong while introducing him. Not quite the Michael Parkinson of Partners in Crime, then? ~ Moriarty ~   RECOMMENDATIONS Blacktop Wasteland by S.A. Cosby https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/blacktop-wasteland-2 Brothers I

Has Bob got all his jobs done and finished setting up his studio properly? Is Adam the Ken Bruce of podcasts? And who has the better hat, Adam or Bob? The only way to find out, is to listen to the latest episode with Robert Daws and Adam Croft. There's also an interview with DS Aector McAvoy series author David Mark, Bob recommends a Rachel Amphlett book and Adam tells us about the new true crime documentary series presented by Emilia Fox on Channel 4, In The Footsteps of Killers. Viewers on Patreon will get an exclusive look at Adam's muff, while everyone can wonder if Bob will ever stop talking to allow the podcast to finish (spoiler – he doesn't). ~ Moriarty ~   RECOMMENDATIONS Gone to Ground by Rachel Amphlett https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/gone-to-ground-detective-kay-hunter-crime-thriller-series-book-6 The Innocence Files on Netflix May's Patreon free book of the month: Anna Burgin Gripping British Mystery Thriller Series by David Bradwell https://www.kobo.com/ebook/anna-burgin-gripping-british-

How on earth did Adam manage to injure his finger so badly while gardening? Will Bob work out where to stick his plug? How many actors that Adam hasn't heard of will Bob name-drop this week? To find out (spoiler – the answer to the last question is quite a lot) listen to the latest episode with Adam Croft and Robert Daws. Adam tells us all about a survey in The Guardian looking into reading habits during lockdown (another spoiler – crime fiction fares well), Bob recommends a David Mark book and did Agatha Christie 'borrow' the idea for The Murder of Roger Ackroyd from a Norwegian author? We also get to hear a little insight into how radio dramas use coconuts as sound effects, while Bob tries to figure out which factor sun cream he should put on for this week's sunbathing sessions. ~ Moriarty ~   RECOMMENDATIONS Lockdown by Peter May https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/lockdown-45 Cold Bones by David Mark https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/cold-bones Trueman and Riley by Brian Thompson https://www.kobo.com/en

Are there any Partners in Crime mugs left? Which coloured bins are being collected from Adam's house during the show? And is Bob's Boris Johnson impression any good? To find out, listen to the latest episode with Adam Croft and Robert Daws. Adam reveals the longlist for the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year, Bob recommends a Shari Lapena book and also talks about a Netflix show he hasn't seen yet. We also get to hear about an interesting article from The Hindu discussing Sherlock Holmes and Hercule Poirot, while Adam talks about how Ian Rankin's career could have taken a very different path by being the frontman of a band called Dancing Pigs.. ~ Moriarty ~   RECOMMENDATIONS Someone We Know by Shari Lapena https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/someone-we-know Cracked by Louise McCreesh https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/cracked-28 Dead To Me on Netflix May's book of the month: Anna Burgin Gripping British Mystery Thriller Series by David Bradwell https://www.kobo.com/ebook/anna-burgin-gripping-britis

Will Adam cope with an unexpected visitor in his studio? How is his tan coming along with this nice weather during lockdown? And just how loud are the birds in Bob's garden? Listen to the latest episode to hear Adam Croft and Robert Daws discuss all of the above. They discuss books by Sophie Hannah and Kate Atkinson, Adam fills us in on The Times' ten best crime novels by women since 2000, Bob recommends the TV show 'Blood' (again) and also reveals his 'accomplished' acting style. Viewers on Patreon will get an exclusive peek at both Bob's garden and his lovely painted shed, while Adam gives us a lesson on the Icelandic naming culture. ~ Moriarty ~   RECOMMENDATIONS Haven't They Grown by Sophie Hannah https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/haven-t-they-grown Did You See Melody? by Sophie Hannah https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/did-you-see-melody Transcription by Kate Atkinson https://www.kobo.com/en/ebook/transcription-7 May's book of the month: Anna Burgin Gripping British Mystery Thriller Series by David Brad

Is Adam still back to front? Has Bob still got the covids? And just how good is their Ant & Dec impression? Join Adam Croft and Robert Daws in the latest episode for all this and more. They discuss Theresa Talbot’s new podcast, Adam has ten facts about one of the original four ‘queens of crime’ Dame Ngaio (you’ll never guess what type of shrub she’s named after), Bob recommends a couple of TV shows and we hear about Adam’s Indian magazine reading habits. Viewers on Patreon will also get to see Adam playing with his funky new graphics (we really should rename it Ooh Matreon), while Bob realises he hasn’t name-dropped in a few episodes and attempts to make up for it. ~ Moriarty ~   RECOMMENDATIONS Westwind by Ian Rankin  https://www.kobo.com/ebook/westwind-1 May's book of the month: Anna Burgin Gripping British Mystery Thriller Series by David Bradwell https://www.kobo.com/ebook/anna-burgin-gripping-british-mystery-thriller-series-books-1-3   Don't forget your exclusive Partners in Crime discounts

Have we discovered the next Tiger King? Does Bob prefer a whodunnit, a howdunnit or a howwilltheydoit? And do you want to hear Adam mangle some French?  Robert Daws and Adam Croft explore these questions in the latest episode. (And if your answer to the last question is anything other than an emphatic yes, then you’re listening to the wrong show.) They discuss Peter May’s rediscovered prophetic novel Lockdown, Scandi-noir Twin,  Agatha Christie TV adaptations, why neither of them has watched Tiger King and a pharmacy-based true crime that will undoubtedly be heading to your screens soon. You will also hear why Bob doesn’t want any lockdown drama and a big secret that Adam has been keeping from us. ~ Moriarty ~   RECOMMENDATIONS The Whip Hand by Victor Canning  https://www.kobo.com/ebook/the-whip-hand Haven't They Grown by Sophie Hannah  https://www.kobo.com/ebook/haven-t-they-grown April’s Book of the month: Murder and Malpractice by Mairi Chong  https://www.kobo.com/ebook/murder-and-malpractice Do

Can you talk about Killing Eve without having seen it? Is COVID-19 ruining fiction writing? And is there anyone Michael Sheen can’t act like? Thank Christie Bob is back – and feeling well enough to tackle these questions with Adam.  They discuss Quiz, Killing Eve (well, sort of), how coronavirus is changing fiction writing, lockdown with Lynda La Plante, what they’ve both been reading and the fallout of episode 100.  You will also hear Bob waxing philosophical and Adam fessing up to actually watching a TV show as it airs. ~ Moriarty ~   RECOMMENDATIONS Those People by Louise Candlish  https://www.kobo.com/gb/en/ebook/those-people-1 April’s Book of the month:  Murder and Malpractice by Mairi Chong https://www.kobo.com/ebook/murder-and-malpractice Don't forget your exclusive Partners in Crime discounts through Kobo. Get 90% off your first purchase using the code CRIME at checkout. And you can also get 40% off all books using the code PARTNERS when you shop using this link: bit.ly/PartnersKobo If you’

Yes, we’ve reached the milestone of 100 episodes. Well Adam has. Bob – for very legitimate reasons – was unable to be there for the recording of this episode. Get well soon, Bob.  This episode was live broadcast as a video on both YouTube and Facebook live and you’ll be missing out on some rather special visuals if you just listen to the audio. The episode is still available to watch on YouTube and on Facebook. Either keep listening or clink the link to start watching. Not only will you see (or hear) Adam presenting the show solo, but you’ll also be privy some trips down memory lane from previous filmed shows. There are video messages from past guests, guest hosts and well-wishers like Mark Bllingham, Lynda La Plante, Louise Jensen, Rachel Amphlett, Angela Marsons, Adrian Hobart, Graham Bartlett, Vaseem Khan, Elly Griffiths, Gillian McAllister and many more. And perhaps the most special part of all is seeing Adam’s wife and myself hard at work providing essential support. ~ Moriarty ~   RECOMMENDATION

How will Midsomer Murders celebrate its  320-year anniversary? What is Adam’s lockdown confession? Who or what has been teasing Bob? And why is he looking forward to seeing Adam on an exercise bike? For the answers to these most pressing of questions, join Robert Daws and Adam Croft in the latest episode.  They discuss April’s Book of the month –Murder and Malpractice by Mairi Chong, next week’s 100th episode (watch LIVE at https://facebook.com/events/s/partners-in-crime-live/554983341800477/?ti=icl), book sales going up while crimes go down, Netflix’s true crime show Unorthodox and Adam’s book of the year – which hasn’t come out yet. You will also hear Adam nabbing one of Bob’s old book recommendations and find out which of them has the most addictive personality. ~ Moriarty ~   RECOMMENDATIONS The Family Upstairs by Lisa Jewell  https://www.kobo.com/ebook/the-family-upstairs-1 Rules for Perfect Murders by Peter Swanson  https://www.kobo.com/gb/en/ebook/rules-for-perfect-murders Don't forget your ex

Are the Partners in Crime broadcasters? Will lockdown inspire the next Harlan Coben? Can Bob master the technology to record remotely, and who wants some free books? To find out, join Robert Daws and Adam Croft in the latest episode.  They also discuss the fall in physical book sales, Adam’s book giveaway, Harlan Coben’s stance on social distancing, Hello! magazine’s Netflix crime recommendations and Bob’s painting abilities.  You will also hear Adam get a bit stroppy and Bob making a desperate plea. ~ Moriarty ~   RECOMMENDATIONS Knight & Culverhouse Box Set - Books 4-6 by Adam Croft https://www.kobo.com/ebook/knight-culverhouse-box-set-books-4-6 The Secret Guests by Benjamin Black https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/the-secret-guests-1 Don't forget your exclusive Partners in Crime discounts through Kobo. Get 90% off your first purchase using the code CRIME at checkout. And you can also get 40% off all books using the code PARTNERS when you shop using this link: bit.ly/PartnersKobo   CONTACT US

Why does Adam have a yellow coat hanger? Is Bob going to have to tidy up? The Outsider vs Doctor Sleep or actors vs authors?  Robert Daws and Adam Croft give surprisingly definitive answers to these burning issues in the new episode.  They also discuss thrillers for 17 year olds, VAT on ebooks, Winston Churchill, Stockholm Requiem and reveal what April’s book of the month is going to be. You will also find out what the Patreon Squad is and Adam makes a promise to listeners at great sacrifice to himself. ~ Moriarty ~   RECOMMENDATIONS Unwanted by Kristina Ohlsson https://www.kobo.com/ebook/unwanted-2 The Outsider by Stephen King https://www.kobo.com/ebook/the-outsider-59 Don't forget your exclusive Partners in Crime discounts through Kobo. Get 90% off your first purchase using the code CRIME at checkout. And you can also get 40% off all books using the code PARTNERS when you shop using this link: bit.ly/PartnersKobo   CONTACT US Email: hello@partnersincrime.online Facebook: facebook.com/groups/c

What is Patreon? Who is ripping off Quentin Tarantino? What is it about the colour green and why does Bob not seem to care? Robert Daws and Adam Croft answer these questions with their usual (lack of) wit and subtlety. They also discuss their new Patreon (get involved at patreon.com/partnersincrimepodcast), upcoming appearances at literary festivals, Mark Wahlberg as Spenser, Freud on Netflix, why green became the go-to colour for crime book covers, The Cat and the Canary on tour and the best and worst John Grisham film adaptations You will also find out that Bob is inspired by his dreams and that Adam doesn’t want to discuss his. Plus yours truly gets a shout out. ~ Moriarty ~ RECOMMENDATIONS The Firm by John Grisham https://www.kobo.com/ebook/the-firm-2 Don't forget your exclusive Partners in Crime discounts through Kobo. Get 90% off your first purchase using the code CRIME at checkout. And you can also get 40% off all books using the code PARTNERS when you shop using this link: bit.ly/PartnersKobo

Why is Bob getting side-eye from fellow train passengers? Is Adam part of the media elite? When is The Stranger not The Stranger and what are these podcast things anyway? Robert Daws makes a welcome return to try to answer these questions with Adam Croft. They also discuss the death of Linda Wolfe, new true crime book Babes in the Wood, former co-host Rachel Amphlett, McDonald and Dodds, London Book Fair’s cancellation and Nicole Kidman producing ‘My Lovely Wife’. You may also find out whether Adam’s wife is making romantic or obscene gestures at him and there are teases aplenty for upcoming episodes. ~ Moriarty ~ RECOMMENDATIONS A Famished Heart by Nicola White https://www.kobo.com/gb/en/ebook/a-famished-heart Babes in the Wood by Graham Bartlett and Peter James https://www.kobo.com/gb/en/ebook/babes-in-the-wood-5 None the Wiser by Rachel Amphlett https://www.kobo.com/gb/en/ebook/none-the-wiser Don't forget your exclusive Partners in Crime discounts through Kobo. Get 90% off your first purchase usin

Is Partners in Crime on Britbox? When did Liz Hurley become a bookseller? Will Lynda La Plante make it to Adrian’s birthday and is cosy the new black? Adam Croft and Adrian Hobart ask more of these questions than they answer in the latest episode. They also discuss the death of Clive Cussler (and his knowledge of shipwrecks), Martin Edwards’ Diamond Dagger, 2020’s hottest TV genre, Jo Nesbø avoiding his fans, The Hurricane Tapes and whether independent authors can make a living, You’ll also find out where Adrian likes to holiday and Adam reminds us that he has a new book out. ~ Moriarty ~ RECOMMENDATIONS The Cornish Coast Murder by John Bude https://www.kobo.com/ebook/the-cornish-coast-murder-4 Buried in the Country by Carola Dunn https://www.kobo.com/ebook/buried-in-the-country Closer To You by Adam Croft  https://www.kobo.com/ebook/closer-to-you-6 Don't forget your exclusive Partners in Crime discounts through Kobo. Get 90% off your first purchase using the code CRIME at checkout. And you can al

Is Star Trek a crime series in disguise? Who says seven figure advances are a bad idea? Could you hide a million pounds for three weeks and where in the world is Bob? Adam Croft and Adrian Hobart attempt to answer these questions in the latest episode. They also discuss David Mark and Val McDermid’s perspectives on the publishing industry, the resurgence of the short story, Adrian’s new business venture and the true benefit of hidden camera shows.  You’ll also find out who ‘English Jane’ is and hear a special report from Bob. ~ Moriarty ~ RECOMMENDATIONS Murder in Midsummer by by Ruth Rendell, Arthur Conan Doyle, Dorothy L Sayers, Margery Allingham, John Dickson Carr, G K Chesterton, Michael Innes, Julian Symons, Ellis Peters https://www.kobo.com/nl/en/ebook/murder-in-midsummer Closer To You by Adam Croft  https://www.kobo.com/gb/en/ebook/closer-to-you-6 Don't forget your exclusive Partners in Crime discounts through Kobo. Get 90% off your first purchase using the code CRIME at checkout. And you can

Why is this episode so late? What is the connection between Cormoran Strike and the Granada version of Sherlock Holmes starring Jeremy Brett? How might aliens interpret Partners in Crime and why might this episode be Bob’s last? Adam Croft and Robert Daws definitively answer these pressing questions in the latest episode. They also discuss Adam’s new book Closer To You, Robert Galbraith’s upcoming weighty tome, the 2020 Edgar Nominees, urgent appeals for Scottish crime novels, Georges Simenon’s Maigret, autographs vs selfies and Amy (AKA Bob’s sat nav). You’ll also hear Adam worrying about his blurb and Bob cut off in his prime. ~ Moriarty ~ RECOMMENDATIONS The Turn of the Key by Ruth Ware https://www.kobo.com/gb/en/ebook/the-turn-of-the-key Pietr the Latvian (Inspector Maigret #1) by Georges Simenon https://www.kobo.com/gb/en/ebook/pietr-the-latvian Closer To You by Adam Croft  https://www.kobo.com/gb/en/ebook/closer-to-you-6 Don't forget your exclusive Partners in Crime discounts through Kobo. Get

Why might the Partners never talk about Jo Nesbø again? Did Bob inspire Lee Child to let his brother take over writing Jack Reacher? Which cleaning product is best to clean a crime scene and can Adam’s new book outsell Iain Duncan Smith’s? Adam Croft and Robert Daws get to the middle of most of these questions in the latest episode. They also discuss crime fiction so bad it has become a collector’s item, the upcoming thriller from Labour’s ex-deputy leader Tom Watson, Peter May on Scotland’s crime boom, Mindhunter’s uncertain future and adapting Agatha Christie for an Indian audience. You’ll also hear Bob complimenting Adam’s iron discipline and Adam issuing Bob with a coughing ultimatum. ~ Moriarty ~ RECOMMENDATION The Outsider by Stephen King https://www.kobo.com/ebook/the-outsider-57 Don't forget your exclusive Partners in Crime discounts through Kobo. Get 90% off your first purchase using the code CRIME at checkout. And you can also get 40% off all books using the code PARTNERS when you shop usin