Introducing Our January 2027 Crime Collective Pick: Wolf Point by Lisa Howells
One missing girl. Three possibilities. No turning back.
We're starting a brand-new year of the Crime Collective with a thrilling debut that promises to send a chill down your spine. Our January 2027 pick is Wolf Point by Lisa Howells, an atmospheric, heart-pounding crime novel set against the unforgiving wilderness of Alaska.
A missing teenager. A town harbouring dark secrets. A violent snowstorm closing in. And one determined police officer who refuses to give up.
Why We Chose Wolf Point
From the moment we started reading Wolf Point, we were captivated by it: a remote Alaskan town, a teenage girl who vanishes without a trace, and a police officer suddenly thrust into command when everything begins to unravel. With comparisons to Gillian Flynn, Jane Harper and Tana French, this is a debut we're particularly excited to share with our members
For Terril Black, her first night as sergeant should have been uneventful. Instead, she's facing a desperate missing-person investigation, a department reluctant to accept a woman in charge, and a race against time in one of the most unforgiving environments imaginable. In Wolf Point, the first few hours can mean the difference between life and death. And when a brutal snowstorm cuts the town off from the outside world, the search becomes something far more sinister.
What really drew us into this novel was the combination of a brilliantly atmospheric setting and a compelling central character.
Terril is exactly the kind of protagonist we love discovering: determined, resourceful and unwilling to be intimidated, even when the odds are stacked against her. Surrounded by colleagues who question her authority and a community reluctant to reveal its secrets, she must rely on her instincts to uncover the truth.
And then there's Alaska itself. The isolation, the bitter cold and the sheer unpredictability of the wilderness create an eerie backdrop for a mystery in which danger seems to lurk around every corner.
It's this balance of tension, atmosphere and characters you'll immediately root for, that makes the novel such an exciting choice for our first Crime Collective selection of 2027.
Introducing Lisa Howells
We're always excited to introduce our members to a new voice in crime fiction, and Lisa Howells is an author with an extra special connection to the genre.
A British journalist with more than two decades of experience in consumer media, Lisa is Deputy Editor and co-creator of Crime Monthly magazine, as well as Books Editor for both Crime Monthly and Heat. Her passion for crime writing extends well beyond the page. She co-hosts the CrimeCon UK Book Club, regularly interviews authors and has judged prestigious awards including the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year. She also sits on the board of the Capital Crime fiction festival.
With such an extensive background championing crime fiction, it's especially exciting to see Lisa make her own debut as a novelist.
A New Year of Crime Collective Begins
There's no better way to begin another year of discovering exceptional crime fiction than with a debut that introduces both a striking new setting and a character we hope to follow for many books to come.
Wolf Point marks the beginning of a brand-new crime series, and we can't wait for our members to meet Terril Black and experience the dark secrets of this isolated Alaskan community for themselves.
January might be cold and dark, but this is one thriller guaranteed to keep you turning the pages long into the night.
Why Become a Goldsboro Crime Collective Member?
Crime Collective is more than a monthly book subscription. It's a membership for readers who love discovering exceptional crime fiction alongside a community of fellow mystery and thriller enthusiasts.
Every month, our team carefully selects a standout crime novel that we genuinely believe deserves a place on your shelves. As a member, you'll receive an exclusive signed first edition with collectible features, while becoming part of a community that shares a passion for outstanding crime writing.
Membership includes our exclusive Uncovered newsletter, members-only content, behind-the-scenes features and access to your dedicated member dashboard. You'll also enjoy 15% off all crime books and the flexibility of two opt-outs every six months.
At £24.99 per month (+ shipping), Crime Collective is about more than receiving a beautiful book. It's about discovering brilliant stories, celebrating exciting authors and building a collection of exceptional crime fiction.
If Wolf Point sounds like your kind of mystery, we'd love to welcome you as a Crime Collective member as we begin a thrilling new year together.
