Maura's Game

She Was Born into Crime. Now She Owns It.

Maura’s Game by bestselling author Martina Cole, published in 2003 by Headline Book Publishing, is a gritty, fast-paced thriller that plunges readers deep into the ruthless world of London’s criminal underworld. This gripping sequel to Dangerous Lady follows Maura Ryan as she reclaims her place at the top—on her own terms.

Power Comes at a Price

Years after stepping away from her family’s crime empire, Maura is drawn back into the game when betrayal, violence, and ambition threaten everything she’s worked to protect. With enemies closing in and old loyalties crumbling, Maura must use every ounce of her cunning and courage to survive.

A Queen Among Kings

Strong, fearless, and fiercely independent, Maura Ryan is a woman who commands respect in a world ruled by men. But even she knows that one wrong move could bring it all crashing down. Martina Cole’s trademark blend of raw emotion, complex characters, and brutal realism makes this a must-read for fans of hard-hitting crime fiction.