Review: Twisted Justice: A combined investigation. DI Lorne Warner and DI Sally Parker

Twisted Justice: A combined investigation. DI Lorne Warner and DI Sally Parker by M.A. Comley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow. I cannot believe we are at book 13 in this series. This has become one of my must read the next book series. I have loved and enjoyed each and everyone of these books. It's now got to be like visiting an old friend, I look forward and enjoy Lorne's company when she comes to visit me via the latest book.
I have enjoyed so much learning about and watching Lorne and her family grow and change. I believe each and every book just gets better and better each time.
I am again feeling honoured that the wonderful author of this book, allowed me an early release copy. So I got to read it before it becomes on sale, But don't worry, it's out tomorrow (31.12.15) so you don't have to wait for it, as I hung on to my review until it was time for publication.

Well this time it's Murder at sea. And Lorne is thrown into the case and working it with old friend Di Sally Parker, (those familiar with Mel's books will know that Di Sally Parker is the main character in one of Mel's other series) they are dealing with some real nasty characters this time. And I mean REAL NASTY.
Working as a team these two are going to be a force to reckon with. And I think it would be brilliant if they could work other cases together.

The victim is found on his boat, where the culprit has tried their best to cover it up and make it look like an accident rather than murder. What Lorne needs to find out is who has done it any why.
I loved how the team worked together and how they found clues and managed to piece each bit together.

This is another very well written and put together book. As I said each one just get's better and better. And once again Mel has delivered just what her fan's want. A bloody good read.

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Review: Death Trap

Death Trap by Dreda Say Mitchell
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Well what can I say... I was Buzz in when I received a copy of this book through the post.
And couldn't wait to start it. Not far into the book I realized how much i was going to enjoy it and I ordered the Kindle copy for my Mum to read.

Di Rio Wray is back. I really do like her, I like her attitude towards people, and she doesn't seem to care if people know that she doesn't like them. Sometimes though things take a different turn, and you might find that someone you don't like turns out to be someone not so bad after all. Sometimes you just need to understand the truth.

I love the writing style of Dreda, she has a knack of getting you really involved in her books. At some stage I really am going to have to go back and re read Hit Girls, Geezer girls and Gangster Girls.
I actually thought I had read all her books, but while writing this review have just seen that I never read Killer Tune. But I am about to put that right as I have just purchased it for my kindle at a super price of £1.49 (price at time of this review)
​Anyway i'm going off somewhere again aint i... back to what I come here for. to tell you a bit about Death trap.
This book kicks off brutally. Right away with Murder. Nikki Bell witnesses Murder. She is the only person that apparently has ever survived this gang that seems to be targeting wealthy families.
It's left to Rio to decide how to crack this, who she can trust, who she needs helping her and most of all keeping her witness safe.
Callum Burns is also back, and this time we get to find out a whole lot more of his past and his connection with Rio. I really liked these two character. Rio and Callum, there is just something about them both that made me want to know more and more about them.
Rio is taken on a Journey and a half with this case. I enjoyed the way this book went, and believe we could be seeing a lot more from Rio in the near future, I certainly hope so anyway.

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Review: Dark Murder

Dark Murder by Helen H. Durrant
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

3.5/5
This is the 4th book I have read from Helen H Durrant recently. I recently read the 3 books in the Detectives Bayliss and Calladine series and really enjoyed them.
This one however seemed a little different from those, this one is the first book to feature Detective Stephen Greco. as the lead detective, he has recently started his new job at Oldston CID, after moving here to be near his divorced wife, and his daughter.
​it took me a while but I did start to like DI Greco. He seemed a normal kind of guy.
His case is not a nice one, but I don't suppose any murder case is nice. And with a team that isn't quite performing as it should it's not going to be easy, working a case, and trying to build a good team.
This book kept me going, the story line was interesting, it just felt a little short, like something was missing. I don't know what though. It was enjoyable, just not as much as I enjoyed the Bayliss books.

I will be looking out for more from this author as I think she is going to create two fab series as they grow.

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Review: Snatched

Snatched by Stephen Edger
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Well having recently enjoyed a few other Audio books, I was thrilled when Stephen allowed me copy of this to review.

I listened to this over one night shift at work. working nights can be long, and quiet, so this really kept me going.

And it wasn't just he audio aspect of this book I enjoyed, the story line was really quite good.
We start off this story with 7 year old Natalie, not being picked up from school in time, and then goes missing. This has got to be every parents worst nightmare.
One of the last people to see her, was her teacher Sarah Jenson. This teacher really got involved with the missing girl case, occasionally blaming anyone she could think of that might have been any where near or have reason to take Natalie, one of her favourite pupils. It certainly seemed at times that Sarah seemed to do a lot more than the police, the case is headed by Detective Inspector Vincent, pronounced Vin-Sent (which did annoy me to start with.. lol) But I think between himself and Sarah they rounded off the story pretty well.
I'm always worried about giving to much away when doing a review, I think the book description gives enough of an idea what is going on without me giving any more away.
But put the subject of this book to one side, it was a very interesting Listen/read.


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Review: The Blissfully Dead

The Blissfully Dead by Louise Voss
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Well this is the second book I have read from this writing Duo, and the 2nd book to feature DI Patrick Lennon. A character who I got to like in the first book I read. From The Cradle .
This was another brilliantly written book. I thoroughly enjoyed it. I really want more to read from this series and I want it NOW.
I can't wait for the next book.
I do believe you could read this book as a stand a lone, but if you are like me, you will want to read the first book first, as although book 2 does give you character backgrounds, you get a better feel and sense of the characters having read the first book first.
​So Di Lennon is off again with another case. This time trying to figure out who has murdered a young girl. her body found in a hotel and no apparent motive, when a second girl is found the link becomes a little clearer.
the pace of this book was spot on, it kept me wanting to read on, to know what was happening next, and who was responsible, I found myself picking up this book at every opportunity.
I look forward to reading more from these authors.

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Review: The Blissfully Dead

The Blissfully Dead by Louise Voss
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Well this is the second book I have read from this writing Duo, and the 2nd book to feature DI Patrick Lennon. A character who I got to like in the first book I read. From The Cradle .
This was another brilliantly written book. I thoroughly enjoyed it. I really want more to read from this series and I want it NOW.
I can't wait for the next book.
I do believe you could read this book as a stand a lone, but if you are like me, you will want to read the first book first, as although book 2 does give you character backgrounds, you get a better feel and sense of the characters having read the first book first.
​So Di Lennon is off again with another case. This time trying to figure out who has murdered a young girl. her body found in a hotel and no apparent motive, when a second girl is found the link becomes a little clearer.
the pace of this book was spot on, it kept me wanting to read on, to know what was happening next, and who was responsible, I found myself picking up this book at every opportunity.
I look forward to reading more from these authors.

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Review: Next of Kin: A Sarah Quinn Police Procedural

Next of Kin: A Sarah Quinn Police Procedural by Maureen Carter
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have previously read and enjoyed the first book in Maureen Carters, Bev Morris series. And I really enjoyed it, so I was so looking forward to this book.

There was something about this book, that I can't quite put into words, i did enjoy it to a certain degree, however I felt like I was getting a little mixed up in parts and had to keep flicking back a few pages, to try a figure out what I was missing.
It is a good story line, and the characters are believable, some even likable. But there was something not right. Like something was missing. But maybe that was just me. It felt at times like I couldn't keep up with who was who.
​The story line is interesting, and it does make you want to know the Who's and the Why's It is worth reading, as that way you can make up your own mind.
I will be reading more from this author, as I have the whole Bev Morris series to read, after purchasing it for my mother one at a time, each time she finished a book she asked me to get her the next one, having only read the first one myself so far, i can see a readathon coming on real soon.

I have put this a 4 stars but for me it was a 3.5/5

​I would like to thank Netgalley and the publishers for my review copy of this book.

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Review: Written in the Scars

Written in the Scars by Mel Sherratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow. Firstly what a year it has been for Mel Sherratt. Who is also now writing contemporary fiction under the name of Marcie Steele.

I can't believe we are now at book 4 in the Estate Series. A series I have enjoyed reading. And I felt like I was visiting somewhere I actually knew when I dived into this book.
Set on the Mitchell Estate, It is easy to relate to. Most big area's have an estate of some description and the Mitchell Estate is no different from those, which is what helps the feel of the book, it is what helps make the book real.

This book is mainly based around Donna, a resident that we can all relate to as a person. Hard working, caring for a family and her elderly mother. Wanting just that bit of something special.
Also Lewis, another resident who is suffering after returning back to the estate from the Army. Life never seems dull on the Estate.
We also see Josie, the Michelle Estate housing officer, although she's not in this book as much as previous books.
As with other reviews i'm struggling with this one, not to give too much away. But anyone who has read the previous 3 books, will enjoy this addition. It seemed like a really easy read, no complicated plots to follow, but the book grabs you in the way you want to carry on read to see where the story is going.

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Review: Lost Girls

Lost Girls by Angela Marsons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh my days............ I didn't know this series could get any better, But this is by far my favorite so far. This book will certainly be in my Top ten books of 2015. I enjoyed it so bloody much. It's amazing how this author is delivering book after book at such a high standard, and each book keeps you wanting more.

Kim is back, and this time working a case that is slightly out of her comfort zone. But determined and head strong Kim sets out to solve yet another case. This time she is heading up the case of two missing girls. the girls have been kidnapped after leaving the local Leisure center. But these are no ordinary kidnappers, these have a game to play. and play it they do. Evil twisted minds, that destroy and wreck families. Families and friendships torn apart and put through hell. This really has to be every parents nightmare. And can Kim cope when the pressure is on.
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This was an absolutely brilliant read. I wanted to sit and read at every opportunity. But then as I got towards the 3/4 mark, I had to start slowing down, because I really didn't want this book to end. Gutted I have to wait for another one. This is one of those book's that if you discover it when a few others have been written after it, you would just have to dive right into the next one.
Kim is one of those characters that really grows on you over time. She is a character I really do like.

If you have not yet read the first two books, I really would recommend doing so before reading this, purely for getting to know the background of Kim. But you would get away with reading it as a stand alone.

Angela, I don't know how you do it, but by god please keep doing it.

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Review: No Hiding Place: An edge of your seat mystery/thriller.

No Hiding Place: An edge of your seat mystery/thriller. by M.A. Comley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5/5

Book 2 in the DI Sally Parker thrillers
I was so made up when I received a review copy of this book, so a huge thank you thank you thank you to Mel. I have over the years come to love Mel's book and her writing style. And i'm always eagre to get stuck in when I get one of her books. So as usual once I got this, my other book was put to one side so I could get stuck in. And as usual, Mel hasn't let her readers down. another brilliantly written story to get your teeth into.

After the body of a woman is found Sally, is investigating what has happened and has a number of possible people it could be. But then it starts to prove very difficult to bring the case to a conclusion, not enough evidence and doubt around who the killer is, leaves this case unsolved for almost 6 months, that is until a second woman is murdered and all things start to change. Sally has to figure out if there are any links and what they could be. Who could be responsible for killing these two women. What sort of person is capable of doing that.

I have to admit, I had figured out early on who the killer was, and occasionally thought I may have gotten it wrong.

As this is the second book in this series, i am also enjoying getting to know the characters a little more. I would say you could read this as a stand alone book, but If you are anything like me, and enjoy getting to know the characters as much as reading the story, then I would read the first book before starting this.

I am sooooo soooo ready for Mel's next book now...

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Review: Second Helpings at the Serve You Right Café

Second Helpings at the Serve You Right Café by Tilia Klebenov Jacobs
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

It sounded like an interesting read, and something a little different to take me away from many many crime thrillers I have been reading.
This book took me in from the start and was a thoroughly enjoyable read.

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Review: DEAD LIST a gripping detective thriller full of suspense

DEAD LIST a gripping detective thriller full of suspense by Helen H. Durrant
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Book 3 in what has so far been a brilliant series of books. I really have enjoyed these, and read all 3 pretty close together. I started this one as soon as I finished book 2 as I couldn't wait to start it.

​Again, brilliantly written and thoroughly enjoyable. A great story line that keeps you wanting to carry on reading.
I've seen a few reviews that say it doesn't matter if you haven't read any of the other books, but for me, I like the background and the history of the characters that you really only get the feel of if you have read the previous books, and read the in order.
Calladine has returned to work after being off sick, and is right back into the thick of things, Missing children and Murders. He and his partner set out to find out what, why and they know the when.
A brilliant read that kept me wanting more, I think so far this has been the best one of the three for me, Each book just seems to get better and better. It did seem like quite a quick read, and I really am looking forward to the next one.

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Review: DEAD SILENT a gripping detective thriller full of suspense

DEAD SILENT a gripping detective thriller full of suspense by Helen H. Durrant
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

After recently finishing the first book in this series, I couldn't wait to start the second book, which I purchased after reading just part of the first book.
Well I thought the first book was good, I enjoyed this one just as much, maybe just a little more.
Getting to know the characters a bit more, I love how you learn so much about the characters as the books go on.
This book certainly kept my interest peaked all the way through it. ​This book has it all, to keep you wanting to read on. Kidnap, murder.
I enjoyed getting to know D I Calladine a lot more, and this one carries on where the last one left off, in regards to his personal life. I think Calladine and Bayliss make a great working pair.
​I am going right into the 3rd book now.

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Review: The Misadventures of a Playground Mother

The Misadventures of a Playground Mother by Christie Barlow
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh wow what a brilliantly funny read this was. I stood in the playground waiting on my little one coming out of class, while reading this on my kindle. I stood laughing imagining what all those other parents must think of me. lol. Lucky for me, I really don't care, and try to keep myself to myself in the playground.

This was one of those books, you just can't help smile at while you are reading, a very easy read, and great a great fun read. It has laugh out moments, and a few, OH NO WAY moments.
This Is the first book I have read from this author and will certainly be looking out for more. It really gave me an uplift, and brightened up my day while reading this.
Anyone feeling a little down in the dumps should read this book.
I liked the character Rachel and thought she has a whole lot of patience, certainly a lot more that I have that's for sure. Penelope was a character that I kind of liked and disliked at the same time.
There is so much i want to say about the story line, but I can't give it all away and spoil it for those of you that have not read it yet. Because believe me.. You do want to read it, I can just tell by your face.
It's just one of those books you can relate to, a real life kind of book. The Characters as you read through the book, you will probably know someone just like each one of them. lol.
A great fun believable read.
I just wish I had read the previous book before this one. Then I could have read them back to back.

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Review: Unexpected: A True Short Story

Unexpected: A True Short Story by Rosie Lewis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

It's difficult not to say too much in a review when the book you have just read was a short story.
But I had a spare hour, while the house was empty so I put my feet up and got stuck into this.
It is only around 43 pages long, or should that say short, but It is a good story.
A sad story but good if that makes any sense.
I think knowing it was true story makes it a little harder to read as it was quite sad, But still it was interest and kept me reading. The only thing stopped me going the whole hog and giving it a full 5 starts was it was too short, I know it's a short story, but this seemed a very short story.

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Review: Dead Wrong

Dead Wrong by Helen H. Durrant
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I like the look of this book as soon as I saw it, and I was lucky enough to get a review copy.
Half way through this book I went and purchased book 2, so i could get it started once this one finished.
I did enjoy the book, quite gruesome and grizzly in parts, but that just adds to the great story line of it.
I also like it when I start a new series of books, getting to know the characters, And I think Tom Calladine and Ruth Bayliss are going to be very interesting people to get to know in future books. I liked these two, and I find with books like this that form part of a series, it's the lives of the main characters that are just as interesting as the crimes they are trying to solve. I look forward to getting to know these two more, and seeing where life's journey takes them.
It was a very good read, and kept me interested throughout. Towards the end I had a few holding my breath moments, and a few funny looks, when I was talking to my kindle saying "NO" and "OMG"
A Brilliantly interesting read.
This is the first book I have read, so another new author for me, but it certainly will not be the last, as I now have book 2 and book 3 waiting for me, and I really am looking forward to reading them.

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Review: The River Is Dark

The River Is Dark by Joe Hart
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

My Thoughts

I had had this book on my kindle for a while, and after reading some great books couldn't decide what to read next, so I checked which I'd had the longest, and started there.
I hate it when I realise I've had a good book waiting for me for so long, but then I like it, that I have just discovered something good to read when I just didn't know what to start.
Joe Hart is also a new author for me.
As this story develops the jigsaw starts piecing together. Liam Dempsey is an ex detective, and has gone to find out why his brother has died. Or more importantly why his brother has been brutally murdered. there is enough going on in this book to keep you guessing, and keep you interested. But for me I felt something was lacking. I just don't know what. It was quite a quick read only being 242 pages.

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Review: Girl Alone: Part 3 of 3: Joss came home from school to discover her father's suicide. Angry and hurting, she's out of control.

Girl Alone: Part 3 of 3: Joss came home from school to discover her father's suicide. Angry and hurting, she's out of control. by Cathy Glass
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

It's a few years since I read a book by Cathy Glass, and when I saw this one, I really wanted to give it a read. I enjoy books like this occasionally in between all the crime books I read.
I was lucky enough to get a review copy of this book. And I couldn't wait to start it.
I enjoy the writing style of Cathy Glass, and the way the books are told. Honest and down to the point.
This is by no doubt another fantastic book. I think the blurb about the book gives enough of what it is about and I don't want to go into the story for fear of giving anything away about how it goes. But it is really interesting how a family copes with such big changes. It was good hearing some more on Cathy's other children. I felt like I was visiting a family I hadn't seen for a while.
It really is a good read, if you have read and enjoyed any of Cathy's previous books. Then you will really enjoy this one.

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Review: Girl Alone: Part 2 of 3: Joss came home from school to discover her father's suicide. Angry and hurting, she's out of control.

Girl Alone: Part 2 of 3: Joss came home from school to discover her father's suicide. Angry and hurting, she's out of control. by Cathy Glass
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

It's a few years since I read a book by Cathy Glass, and when I saw this one, I really wanted to give it a read. I enjoy books like this occasionally in between all the crime books I read.
I was lucky enough to get a review copy of this book. And I couldn't wait to start it.
I enjoy the writing style of Cathy Glass, and the way the books are told. Honest and down to the point.
This is by no doubt another fantastic book. I think the blurb about the book gives enough of what it is about and I don't want to go into the story for fear of giving anything away about how it goes. But it is really interesting how a family copes with such big changes. It was good hearing some more on Cathy's other children. I felt like I was visiting a family I hadn't seen for a while.
It really is a good read, if you have read and enjoyed any of Cathy's previous books. Then you will really enjoy this one.

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Review: Girl Alone: Part 1 of 3: Joss came home from school to discover her father's suicide. Angry and hurting, she's out of control.

Girl Alone: Part 1 of 3: Joss came home from school to discover her father's suicide. Angry and hurting, she's out of control. by Cathy Glass
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

It's a few years since I read a book by Cathy Glass, and when I saw this one, I really wanted to give it a read. I enjoy books like this occasionally in between all the crime books I read.
I was lucky enough to get a review copy of this book. And I couldn't wait to start it.
I enjoy the writing style of Cathy Glass, and the way the books are told. Honest and down to the point.
This is by no doubt another fantastic book. I think the blurb about the book gives enough of what it is about and I don't want to go into the story for fear of giving anything away about how it goes. But it is really interesting how a family copes with such big changes. It was good hearing some more on Cathy's other children. I felt like I was visiting a family I hadn't seen for a while.
It really is a good read, if you have read and enjoyed any of Cathy's previous books. Then you will really enjoy this one.

Available in 3 parts or all as one book.

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Review: Girl Alone: Joss came home from school to discover her father’s death. Angry and hurting, she’s out of control.

Girl Alone: Joss came home from school to discover her father’s death. Angry and hurting, she’s out of control. by Cathy Glass
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

It's a few years since I read a book by Cathy Glass, and when I saw this one, I really wanted to give it a read. I enjoy books like this occasionally in between all the crime books I read.
I was lucky enough to get a review copy of this book. And I couldn't wait to start it.
I enjoy the writing style of Cathy Glass, and the way the books are told. Honest and down to the point.
This is by no doubt another fantastic book. I think the blurb about the book gives enough of what it is about and I don't want to go into the story for fear of giving anything away about how it goes. But it is really interesting how a family copes with such big changes. It was good hearing some more on Cathy's other children. I felt like I was visiting a family I hadn't seen for a while.
It really is a good read, if you have read and enjoyed any of Cathy's previous books. Then you will really enjoy this one.

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Review: The River Is Dark

The River Is Dark by Joe Hart
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

My Thoughts

I had had this book on my kindle for a while, and after reading some great books couldn't decide what to read next, so I checked which I'd had the longest, and started there.
I hate it when I realise I've had a good book waiting for me for so long, but then I like it, that I have just discovered something good to read when I just didn't know what to start.
Joe Hart is also a new author for me.
As this story develops the jigsaw starts piecing together. Liam Dempsey is an ex detective, and has gone to find out why his brother has died. Or more importantly why his brother has been brutally murdered. there is enough going on in this book to keep you guessing, and keep you interested. But for me I felt something was lacking. I just don't know what. It was quite a quick read only being 242 pages.

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Review: Down Among the Dead Men

Down Among the Dead Men by Kerry Wilkinson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book kick's off with a young Jason Green, and life as it is for him. He is rescued from a good kicking by Crime boss, Harry Irwell.
It then fast forwards to Jason now. and the life he is living. He seem's quite an ordinary guy, doesn't like to stand out, doesn't like attention. Despite seeming quite ordinary he is very much playing at being one of the big boy's. Where robbery just seem's as normal as going to work for the day.
We shoot from past to present in this book, which gives you good background on the characters. Despite what they do, I did like a few of the character. And Jason seemed like someone that everyone could know, that guy who doesn't really stand out, the one you think is quiet, the one you think just goes home and chills out of an evening.
There seemed to be quite a bit of background and getting to know Jason, which I liked. I just felt that the start of this book was a little slow at taking off.
However once it took off it took off I really got into in. The story was interesting and certainly kept me reading, I read this book pretty quick. And did enjoy it.
It was a little different to what I have previously read by Kerry, but still a really good, interesting read.

It’s difficult to say too much more about the storyline as to do so would ruin it for those people that haven’t read it yet.

It also makes you wonder how different life would have been for Jason had he not met Harry on that day. How would things have turned out for him.

I have to admit, I kept waiting for Jessica to pop up. (those that have read Kerry's other books will know where I'm coming from). but sadly I have to wait forever for the next Jessica book.


A big THANK YOU to Kerry for sending me an early review copy of this book, It's an honour as always to read your work.

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Review: Wellies and Westies (A novella)

Wellies and Westies (A novella) by Cressida McLaughlin

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



A great easy summer day read.
I sat reading this in the garden, all morning sat with the sun in the sky feet up reading. I only managed to stop to make food and a drink. A great easy read. enjoyable. fun, refreshing ...

Wellies and Westies is the first part of a serialized novel told in four parts – all set in Primrose Terrace. I am really looking forward to the other 3 parts. I think if they are anything like this one, then they are going to be a must read.

Catherine ‘Cat’ Palmer realises, too late, that bringing an adorable puppy into work at the local nursery was a bad idea, especially after the ensuing chaos gets her the sack.
Determined to turn a negative into a positive, Cat decides this is the perfect opportunity to get her dog-walking business off the ground with the help of her flatmates, Polly and Joe. After all, Primrose Terrace where she lives, is full of home-alone hounds…

I can't really say more than what the blurb says as I feel I would be going too much into the story and giving too much away, so what I will say is, if the sun is shinning, buy yourself this book and go and sit in the garden for a while so you can read it, It will leave you feeling all happy and smiling.
If it is a cold wet windy day, buy yourself this book, and go sit in a big comfy chair near the fire and forget the outside world for a while. you'll feel refreshed and able to carry on once you have read this book...

what ever the weather, TREAT YOURSELF----- you know you want too..........





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Review: Someone Else's Skin

Someone Else's Skin by Sarah Hilary

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



This book kicks off brilliantly and carries on that way the whole way through.
It starts off with Marnie Rome visiting her parents house, where her parents have been killed, Wow what an opening for a book, you just know if it's kicking off with something like that, it can only get better. And Yes it does. And then Better and then some more.
I keep saying I am not giving too much away in my review, and don't believe I have given anything away as this is the opener for the book, It tells you this in the blurb.

We then Jump forward 5 years.

And DI Marnie Rome and her Partner DS Noah Jake have a case to solve, and visit a woman refuge, where what seemed like a simple straight forward speak to someone, turns out to be nothing like straight forward. We are thrown again into yet more murder, and this is when you just know you are going to struggle to put this book down.
A brilliant, gripping read. Keeps your attention all the way through.
And having only just read it, I am now so so ready for more from this author. I think she has written a fantastic book here, and I really look forward to reading more from this superb author.

I had seen quite a few great reviews on this book, and some fellow bloggers were raving about it. So I had to read it, and I'm so so glad that i did. I would like to thank the publishers for sending me a paperback copy of this book.
I have since bought the book on Kindle so my Mother could read it, as I know she will also enjoy it.



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Review: Dubious Justice

Dubious Justice by M.A. Comley

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



Yet ANOTHER 5 star book written by Mel


Wow. i can't believe we are at book 11. i have read the previous 10 books and enjoyed everyone of them.
It's not so long since I read book 10, and Mel seem's to be flying along writing these. So i was made up when Mel sent me an early copy of it. My Lorne fix is fed for now.

This has been one of those series that, one day I know I will start again at book one.

So book 11. I have to say is one of the best yet, and if you have enjoyed the rest of the series. You are in for a treat with this one.
I am now trying to not give too much away when writing my reviews, so Just buy the god damn book and read it. lol.....
The book could I guess be read as a stand alone, but if you are anything like me and know that this is part of a series, then You will want to start at book one.. Which can I add is currently free on Kindle. click here.

This is one of those books, especially for a Justice fan, that you will just fly through once started, as you NEED and WANT to know what is happening. So briefly so I don't give to much away, we start off with a Murder, with a couple more to follow. Lorne and Katy are on the case, as as ever they set off in super duo style. although their rolls have changed over time, these two still work well together. But soon, Katy has to dart off for a family emergency and Lorne becomes in charge of the case (just like old times)
I like Lorne better in her current position, as we get to see more of her home life and not just her all work and stress... I love how the Family has been built over time. And I'd love to see her daughter move to follow in her mothers footsteps.
Oh god i'm stopping here, or i'm going to end up blurting all the story out and spoiling it for you, and we wouldn't want that would we.

Anyway Yet ANOTHER 5 star book written by Mel. No pressure Mel, but i'm ready for the next one.. lol..



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Review: Blood is Thicker Than Water

Blood is Thicker Than Water by Paul Gitsham

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



Charles Michaelson's had an accident at home. It seem's that he has gotten out of his armchair in the dark and fallen. But after the scene is checked it soon becomes a suspicious death.
Who could be responsible for killing an old man, and why? what is the motive behind it?

This is the first book I have read from this author, and although it is only a short story I found it very interesting, for the short time it took me to read it, and it kept my attention all the way through.
I really enjoyed it. and will certainly look out for more books to read from this author.

A short story can only have a short review or I feel i would end up giving to much away.

But well worth giving it a go, a great easy read for when you just not sure what to read next. A great in between books book.



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Review: Don't Turn Around

Don't Turn Around by Caroline Mitchell

My rating: 4 of 5 stars




After the big cover reveal on Twitter of this book and what turned into a mad crazy twitter party, lol. I managed to get a copy via Netgalley, I was really happy and looking forward to reading something new, from a new author.
so thanks to Caroline and Bookouture for allowing me the chance to read this book.

I think Caroline has done a great job in writing this book. It’s a book that really made me think. I’m a believer in the paranormal, and regularly have readings. But I couldn't decide if I liked the idea of it being such a big part in the crimes. Maybe not liking is the wrong description. I struggled getting my head around a lot of it. Not in a bad way, I must say.

DC Knight is, a strong character and she is battling scars of what I can only describe as a very unhappy childhood, and a serious case off OCD. I think the story of this helps us to understand her more, and her psychic abilities Which not everyone believes in. Some see her as someone who could be suffering some sort of mental breakdown.

Investigating crimes that Jennifer is convinced are linked, and linked to the past. Crimes in which her own mother, helped to solve. Is she right, or is she seeing too much into it, and trying to make connections that are not there.

One thing that must be hard for author’s now is standing out from the crowd. But I think Caroline has done it with this book. It really is well written and put together.

And it has an ending that was just, well a shock. I didn't see what was coming. i guess it is left so the life and career of Jennifer can only grow, which I think would make a very interesting book 2.
I have tried my best to do this review without giving too much away, and it's left me feeling I haven't said enough. But i don't like spoiling things for those who have not read the book yet.
So give it a go, i think you will like it.



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Review: Hidden

Hidden by Emma Kavanagh

My rating: 4 of 5 stars




My Review., 4/5

This is the 3 rd book I have read from this author. I have just read The Affair which is currently free on Amazon. A short story. My review for that can be viewed here. Click the image below to download your free copy. (free at time of post)

The story is told from multiple view points and does require your concentration.

I think to get the best of this book you need to sit and get stuck in. Not just pick it up now and then. As If you are anything like me, you may get a little confuzzled over who is who.

The story starts off with a shooting in a hospital. Then jumps back to the day’s before it, showing what leads up to the shooting.

We also have another story running alongside of A friend of Charlie’s that has been found dead.

Emily, who the police believe walked onto the motorway while drunk.

Emily is an old friend of Charlie. And Charlie doesn’t believe this is what happened.

Charlie seems to think there is some sort of link, to the hospital where the shooting took place.

As Charlie is a journalist she set’s out to figure the truth and try to find out what really happened.

I think if you are anything like me you have to try figure out the who’s and why’s, then get it so so wrong. I thought I had it figured out, but I hadn’t.

This is the 3rd book I have read from this author. And another enjoyable read.

Interesting enough to keep you guessing. And guess you will....

Very well put together.



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Review: The Affair

The Affair by Emma Kavanagh

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



"The Affair" (A Short Story) by Emma Kavanagh.
I decided to read this before starting Emma's new book Hidden. Due out April.
We are introduced to reporter Charlotte. Someone I think I will like as she is the main character in Emma's next book.
Charolotte Solomon. currently works for the Swansea Times, And has arrived at a scene of what seems to be a double killing. Suicide? Murder? or something else? It would be wrong for me to give away to much as this is just a short story.
A quick, easy read. Something to get stuck into and wet your appetite ready for the new book later this month.



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Review: Finding Audrey

Finding Audrey by Sophie Kinsella

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



Something a little different here for Sophie Kinsella. A young adult book. I had to give it a go, as I love the other books I have by this Author. But it is a big change.
Although it was an interesting read, and enjoyable to a degree, It really wasn't something that I wanted to read and read, I found myself putting it down and reading something else in between.
That said I lent my young Niece my kindle and she read it pretty quick and enjoyed it.
The book is based around Audrey and her family life, Audrey suffers from Social Anxiety disorder, I found this subject well described and detailed, and it gives you an insight into how teenage kids really see their parents.
But I think this could also give young adults the idea, that sometimes what you see from your family is normal, and with a bit of work, families can come together.

I think for me this one is more a 3.5 star than the 4.

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Shopaholic series comes a terrific blend of comedy, romance, and psychological recovery in a contemporary YA novel sure to inspire and entertain.

An anxiety disorder disrupts fourteen-year-old Audrey’s daily life. She has been making slow but steady progress with Dr. Sarah, but when Audrey meets Linus, her brother’s gaming teammate, she is energized. She connects with him. Audrey can talk through her fears with Linus in a way she’s never been able to do with anyone before. As their friendship deepens and her recovery gains momentum, a sweet romantic connection develops, one that helps not just Audrey but also her entire family.



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Review: Never Look Back

Never Look Back by Clare Donoghue

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



5/5

I was at that point of what the hell should I read next, so went reading some of my fellow bloggers reviews to give me some idea's. I wanted to read this book after reading Shaun's review on book 2 - No Place to Die
To read the review that prompted me to buy this book. Click here to see Book addict Shaun's review.
So thanks to Shaun, i went and purchased this. but as my mother in-law had just given me a £20 Amazon voucher, I wasn't breaking my "not to buy any books until the end of March" rule.

So I finished my current read and curled up in bed with a big bar of chocolate and my kindle.
I'm pretty glad I read this, as it now means I can read book 2 as soon as I want. I really like it when I find a new author whose books I have not read, and there is more that one to get stuck into.

This book kicks off the start of what i'm guessing is going to be a great series, I love a good police procedural. Getting to know new characters and deciding which ones you like and which you don't.
So this new series to feature DI Mike Lockyer and DS Jane Bennett, of the Murder squad starts off brilliantly. They are faced with solving the killings of 3 women. When Mike see's a resemblance in the 3rd victim to a member of his own family, it really shakes him. This is where we learn about Mike and see his sensitive side too. He has many things going on in his life outside of work, so dealing with both aspects can be tricky.

Along side this we have Sarah, who is being stalked. But no one seems to be taking her seriously. Is she ever going to get any help or even anyone to believe what is happening to her. I really enjoyed both parts to this story. And how they come together.


I think the characters have been built up and introduced to us brilliantly. And I think there is really room for them to grow into well known likable characters.

Although there was quite a bit going on in this book, I found it a really easy and Bloody enjoyable read.



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Review: Rough Justice

Rough Justice by M.A. Comley

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



Wow

We are at book 10 all ready. I really feel like I've been on a journey with Lorne through her justice books.
If you have not read any of this series, personally I would suggest you start right at book 1. And follow the characters through the journey they have been on so far.
As this book is a little different from the others, in the sense that I feel the Psychic plays a bigger roll in helping with finding details about the crime, I feel if you know her involvement in other cases (previous books). I think you would understand her a little more.

Lorne and Kate are given a cold case. where Noelle a young dancer has gone missing. It soon becomes apparent that the 2 officers who were first dealing with the case, didn't do a very good job.
Lorne and Kate are trying to get information and a closure to what happened for Noelle's parents.
Carol the psychic plays a big part in helping with this case. I feel she probably worked a lot harder on this case than Kate and Lorne did.
Tony has carried on with Lornes PI business, re starting it with his partner Joe into their new business, I liked that Tony is slowly getting on with his own side of things. Charlie is still running the Kennels with help from Carol.
A well written and well put together story. This is not the first justice book I have needed a box of tissues for.



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Review: Disobey

Disobey by Jacqui Rose

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



4/5

Bad things are going down in Soho. Someone’s going to have to pay the price…

Alfie Jenkins breaks a lot of rules. When he sets up an illegal casino in Soho there’s bad will all round and soon Alfie and those closest to him become embroiled in an all-out war with a dangerous gang.

Unfortunately this gang is a deadly enemy to have. When Alfie’s teenage niece Chloe is kidnapped and there are rumours she’s been enslaved in a sex gang it becomes a terrifying race against time to save her. Will Alfie be able to right wrongs, build bridges and protect his family, whatever the cost ?



My thoughts


I have read and enjoyed other books by Jacqui Rose. And although this was a great read. It felt like I was a good way in before it really grabbed me.

I enjoyed the story line, and I liked most of the characters, hated the one's you are supposed to hate.
We kick off with it all kicking off in Soho.
A few of the past faces are faced with trying to sort out the Triads who seem to be causing havoc all around Soho and trying to take over. But why are they out for trouble. Has someone upset them. And who or how can they find out.
This book starts off at a steady pace, and it was half way through before i really got stuck into it. Then I just wanted to read and read. I think Jacqui has written another great book here, and as usual I can not wait to read more from this author.

I think its becoming harder and harder to write a book in this genre that isn't the same old same old. And Jacqui has done really well with this one. It is an enjoyable read, and I don't think fans will be disappointed with this book.




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Review: The Neon Lawyer

The Neon Lawyer by Victor Methos

My rating: 3 of 5 stars



Product details
Format: Kindle Edition
File Size: 2827 KB
Print Length: 178 pages
Page Numbers Source ISBN: 1477825975
Publisher: Thomas & Mercer (18 Nov. 2014)
Sold by: Amazon Media EU S.à r.l.


3.5/5

With money and hope in short supply, newly minted attorney Brigham Theodore decides it’s time to lower his standards. He joins a seedy fly-by-night firm in Salt Lake City out of desperation. After he loses his first case—a speeding ticket—he’s convinced his career is over. But to his shock, his boss hands him a slightly more complex case: capital murder.
Brigham’s new client is Amanda Pierce, a lost, exhausted woman who gunned down the man who tortured and killed her six-year-old daughter. A jury may prove sympathetic to her unbearable pain, but the law is no fan of vigilante justice—and neither is Vince Dale, the slick and powerful prosecutor who’s never lost a murder case. There’s no question that Amanda pulled the trigger—she did it in front of five witnesses. If she pleads guilty, she will avoid a death sentence, but saving her life this way comes with an admission that what she did was wrong. However, if she refuses the “guilty” label, Brigham will have no choice but to fight for his career—and Amanda’s life.




A pretty short, but interesting read. I really quite enjoyed this, but felt it could have been just that little bit longer.
Being such a short book of only 178 pages, I managed to finish it in just 2 sittings. Saying that i did sit and read for a while each time as I was really enjoying it.
The main Character Brigham is pretty likable, and I really wanted him to do well and succeed in what he was doing. His first big case as a new Lawyer is a murder case.
But with the evidence all stacked up against his client, what is he supposed to.
Although this was such a short story, i feel if I say too much about it, it will ruin it for you to read. It is a pretty good story line, and interesting enough to keep you going.



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Review: The Wronged

The Wronged by Kimberley Chambers

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



OH MY GOD. Kimberley. You have written a book and half here.

I thoroughly enjoyed the first two books featuring the wonderful Butler Family. The Trap and Payback. And after the end of Payback, I thought Kimberley would really have her work cut out matching it, But no, Kimberley has not matched it. shes bettered it. This is why Kimberly Chambers is such a fantastic author . And I think this book has everything a book should have. It keeps you wanting more. Holding your breath, talking to the pages, laughing, screaming at characters.
I had decided before I started this book that I was going to take my time with it, and enjoy it. OHHH no that isn't possible, because once started you just can't help but keep going. Then you end up gutted that you have to wait, for Kimberley to bring out another book.

What A fantastic read.

I would really like to suggest that if you have not read the first two books, then it really is worth doing so before you start this one. I think you would get away with just reading this alone, but you would enjoy it even more if you had read the previous two. Available here - The Trap. Payback. And if you haven't yet read them then Lucky you.... you can read all 3 back to back.

Again we visit the not so wonderful Butler family. A family that seem to make the rules up as they go along. Queenie and her sister Viv, still seem to be my favorite characters. I love the way they come across. I think a Life and loves of Queenie and Viv book should be written. I think the humour in Queenie and Viv, and their no nonsense ways is first class.
This book kicks off pretty much from the ending of the last one, and if you have read the last one you will know what I mean.
Michael and Vinny are The Buttler men, Vinnie is a man on a mission, someone not to be messed with, . Michael seems slightly more likeable, but certainly not loveable. His boys are slowly growing up, what sort of life would you want for your sons. I'm sure it wouldn't be a Butler life.
Little Vinny is well, just a little twat, or a big one as he has started to grow up now. I hated him in the last book, and I hated him in this book.
But my feeling for the characters is what helped me fly through this book. It doesn't matter which character you love or hate, you need to know what is going on with them, and therefore you have to keep reading.
I'm trying my best not to say everything I want to say about this book, because if like me you have waited a year to read it, then it would be so unfair to spoil any of it for you.

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Review: Follow The Leader

Follow The Leader by Mel Sherratt

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



Follow The Leader (A DS Allie Shenton Novel)
Book 2

Firstly a huge Thank you to Netgalley and the Publishers for allowing me to read this book before publication. I feel Honored.

I have just done a re-read of Taunting the dead. Allie Shenton Book 1. Before I started this, and I must say I enjoyed it just as much the 2nd time round. You can read my review of that bookhere.
It helped me recall what was what with Allie before starting this book.

We start with this book by actually knowing who the killer is early on, but that does not take anything away from this brilliantly written story. If anything I think it helps make the story as good as it is.

A man’s body has been found on a canal path. a plastic letter E found with him, doesn't seem to mean anything until days later when a second victim is found with a letter V on her.

Can Allie and her team figure out what is going on, and what these letters mean, or if they are even linked in anyway. Can they get the clues and work it out before anyone else is killed.
Having been able to see things from the Killer side, there was really times I wanted to Tell Allie what she needed to do next, lol.
I have a very fond liking of her Character, and really do like Allie. (she really does make me think of Jessica Daniel the copper from another series of books I have read, by Kerry Wilkinson, But that could be as I have read these 2 books back to back).

I found this book, soooooo much better than the first one, yet I really enjoyed the first one. It is another brilliantly written book from Mel. And I really do look forward to reading many more books from this author.

And how fantastic to realize the next book featuring Allie Shenton - Only the Brave is due out In May 2015. I'm now on countdown.



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Review: How I Lost You

How I Lost You by Jenny Blackhurst

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



4/5

Thanks to Netgalley for a copy of this book.

I read many mixed reviews on this book, so started it with an open mind.
And I have to say I did enjoy it. It was just very different from my normal crime reads, but gripping. I found I had to pick up my kindle wherever and whenever I could just to read a little more. I really wanted to know what was going on and where the story was going.
I had a vauge Idea from early on how it was going to pan out.

The book is based around Emma, who was Susan - Until she murdered her 3 month old son Dylan.
This is right at the beginning of the book, and I was so tempted to put the book down as I didn't think I was going to cope with it very well. But I told myself to man up and carried on with it.
I'm glad I did.
Susan has changed her name to Emma after her release from the psychiatric hospital, where she served her sentence for Murdering her son.
Whilst in the hospital she made friends with Cassie, A character i really did like. And Cassie is now with her on the outside where both of them seem to be trying to rebuild their lives.
But things begin to happen to and around Emma, and it's only a matter of time before her past can not be kept a secret any longer.
There are also a lot of questions that Emma/Susan needs answering, and with the help of a Journo Nick and her friend Cassie they set out to get the answers.


This book really kept me on my toes, I did an awful lot of thinking while reading it.

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Review: The Bad Mother

The Bad Mother by Esther Walker

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



A hilariously honest, and rather sweary, book about parenting from the author of The Bad Cook.

From play dates to potty training, from weening to whining or whether to have two, or three, or more! Esther Walker focuses her unique humour on the art of parenting.

Fans of Esther’s blog and journalism, or her bestselling Bad Cook book, will not be disappointed. This is every bit as funny, sweary and just plain honest as you would expect.

Esther offers up her occasional successes and many failures as examples to parents everywhere: look, this is what happens, you’ll just have to deal with it!

Harassed mums and dads will read this and smile, as well as sighing with ‘it isn’t just me’ relief.

My thoughts


Quite a fun, and interesting read.
I like her accounts on many things, and reading it you realise that people don't belive how tired you get until they actually have a small child. How it can send you completly crazy. LOL for the first 3 months of our little one's life, my hubby and i passed on the stairs, one got up, one went to sleep, how the hell we functioned is still a mystery.
The issues of breast v formula. Everyone wants what is best. And at the time I have to say what is best, is whatever suits you at the time.
It covers a few things all new parents should know. and the main things are, you only do what is best for you. Do it your way. Listen to others, take on advice from others, but do Just what is best for you.
There are some great laugh out loud moments. Honest and no nonsense.
It is only a short read, so most people could easy finish this in one sitting.

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Review: Silent Scream

Silent Scream by Angela Marsons

My rating: 5 of 5 stars




Don't ya just love it when you find another author to add to your Must Read author List.






I started this book, not having a real clue what it was going to be like, This is one of those books, that as soon as I see the cover I know I need to read it, regardless what the back cover says. I know, I know, don't judge a book by it's cover, but be honest, who doesn't do this.
So I started reading,
And OH wowzerzzz. Once started it is one of those books, that take over you, you have to read, and carry on reading, Unfortunately real life still exists so while stairing a pot on the stove, i read a couple more pages, while the little one destroyed my house (I mean played nice) - I read a few more pages.


Human bones are Found on the site of what was once A secure unit for soldiers, a borstal then a children s home, its a site that doesn't ever seem to have been a happy place. somewhere that seems to hold a lot of secrets and mysteries. And we all know in a good book, secrets can not stay a secret.

It really gripped me from early on. With some real good Characters.

I also found among the dark and gruesome details of the crime, there was moments where I had to smile at things that were said. The author still managed to put one or two funnier lighter moments into what could have been just a grizzly book.
The Relationship between Character was really well built. And I like how we get to know Kim through this book. Kim is one of those Character I really like, Bit of a no nonsense get on with it, or do-one kind of person, if it needs saying she seems to have a knack to saying it.
The relationship between f Kim and her team Was just right for me, I enjoyed it when they were dealing with things and chatting together. I think they are going to have a great working relationship. To me this can be as important as a good story line.

Something about Kim and her team didn't make me think of any other Detective/Police story I had read, and this is unusual, as much as I try not to, I do compare lead Character to others.
The twists and turns in this book really do keep you gripped and make for very interesting reading. At times you think you have things nicely figured out. then realize you haven't.
As always when doing a review, i fear for giving to much of the story away, so i'm not even going to attempt not to. I will say if you like a bloody good crime book, then this is a must read.

As this is Angela's Debut Crime book, I really can't wait to see what comes next. This was one of those books, that if you discover a couple of years after publication, you read it, enjoy it, then dive right in and but then next book and then the next book so you can read them all back to back. And I love it when that happens. I was disappointed at the end of this book, that the next one wasn't ready for me to read yet. It was that good.
I take my hat off to Angela and really do look forward to hearing/reading a lot more from this author.



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Review: Follow The Leader

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Follow The Leader by Mel Sherratt

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



Follow The Leader (A DS Allie Shenton Novel)
Book 2

Firstly a huge Thank you to Netgalley and the Publishers for allowing me to read this book before publication. I feel Honored.

I have just done a re-read of Taunting the dead. Allie Shenton Book 1. Before I started this, and I must say I enjoyed it just as much the 2nd time round. You can read my review of that bookhere.
It helped me recall what was what with Allie before starting this book.

We start with this book by actually knowing who the killer is early on, but that does not take anything away from this brilliantly written story. If anything I think it helps make the story as good as it is.

A man’s body has been found on a canal path. a plastic letter E found with him, doesn't seem to mean anything until days later when a second victim is found with a letter V on her.

Can Allie and her team figure out what is going on, and what these letters mean, or if they are even linked in anyway. Can they get the clues and work it out before anyone else is killed.
Having been able to see things from the Killer side, there was really times I wanted to Tell Allie what she needed to do next, lol.
I have a very fond liking of her Character, and really do like Allie. (she really does make me think of Jessica Daniel the copper from another series of books I have read, by Kerry Wilkinson, But that could be as I have read these 2 books back to back).

I found this book, soooooo much better than the first one, yet I really enjoyed the first one. It is another brilliantly written book from Mel. And I really do look forward to reading many more books from this author.

And how fantastic to realize the next book featuring Allie Shenton - Only the Brave is due out In May 2015. I'm now on countdown.





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Review: Follow The Leader

Follow The Leader by Mel Sherratt

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



Follow The Leader (A DS Allie Shenton Novel)
Book 2

Firstly a huge Thank you to Netgalley and the Publishers for allowing me to read this book before publication. I feel Honored.

I have just done a re-read of Taunting the dead. Allie Shenton Book 1. Before I started this, and I must say I enjoyed it just as much the 2nd time round. You can read my review of that bookhere.
It helped me recall what was what with Allie before starting this book.

We start with this book by actually knowing who the killer is early on, but that does not take anything away from this brilliantly written story. If anything I think it helps make the story as good as it is.

A man’s body has been found on a canal path. a plastic letter E found with him, doesn't seem to mean anything until days later when a second victim is found with a letter V on her.

Can Allie and her team figure out what is going on, and what these letters mean, or if they are even linked in anyway. Can they get the clues and work it out before anyone else is killed.
Having been able to see things from the Killer side, there was really times I wanted to Tell Allie what she needed to do next, lol.
I have a very fond liking of her Character, and really do like Allie. (she really does make me think of Jessica Daniel the copper from another series of books I have read, by Kerry Wilkinson, But that could be as I have read these 2 books back to back).

I found this book, soooooo much better than the first one, yet I really enjoyed the first one. It is another brilliantly written book from Mel. And I really do look forward to reading many more books from this author.

And how fantastic to realize the next book featuring Allie Shenton - Only the Brave is due out In May 2015. I'm now on countdown.

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Review: Follow The Leader

Follow The Leader by Mel Sherratt

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



Follow The Leader (A DS Allie Shenton Novel)
Book 2

Firstly a huge Thank you to Netgalley and the Publishers for allowing me to read this book before publication. I feel Honored.

I have just done a re-read of Taunting the dead. Allie Shenton Book 1. Before I started this, and I must say I enjoyed it just as much the 2nd time round. You can read my review of that bookhere.
It helped me recall what was what with Allie before starting this book.

We start with this book by actually knowing who the killer is early on, but that does not take anything away from this brilliantly written story. If anything I think it helps make the story as good as it is.

A man’s body has been found on a canal path. a plastic letter E found with him, doesn't seem to mean anything until days later when a second victim is found with a letter V on her.

Can Allie and her team figure out what is going on, and what these letters mean, or if they are even linked in anyway. Can they get the clues and work it out before anyone else is killed.
Having been able to see things from the Killer side, there was really times I wanted to Tell Allie what she needed to do next, lol.
I have a very fond liking of her Character, and really do like Allie. (she really does make me think of Jessica Daniel the copper from another series of books I have read, by Kerry Wilkinson, But that could be as I have read these 2 books back to back).

I found this book, soooooo much better than the first one, yet I really enjoyed the first one. It is another brilliantly written book from Mel. And I really do look forward to reading many more books from this author.

And how fantastic to realize the next book featuring Allie Shenton - Only the Brave is due out In May 2015. I'm now on countdown.



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Review: Follow The Leader

Follow The Leader by Mel Sherratt

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



Follow The Leader (A DS Allie Shenton Novel)
Book 2

Firstly a huge Thank you to Netgalley and the Publishers for allowing me to read this book before publication. I feel Honored.

I have just done a re-read of Taunting the dead. Allie Shenton Book 1. Before I started this, and I must say I enjoyed it just as much the 2nd time round. You can read my review of that bookhere.
It helped me recall what was what with Allie before starting this book.

We start with this book by actually knowing who the killer is early on, but that does not take anything away from this brilliantly written story. If anything I think it helps make the story as good as it is.

A man’s body has been found on a canal path. a plastic letter E found with him, doesn't seem to mean anything until days later when a second victim is found with a letter V on her.

Can Allie and her team figure out what is going on, and what these letters mean, or if they are even linked in anyway. Can they get the clues and work it out before anyone else is killed.
Having been able to see things from the Killer side, there was really times I wanted to Tell Allie what she needed to do next, lol.
I have a very fond liking of her Character, and really do like Allie. (she really does make me think of Jessica Daniel the copper from another series of books I have read, by Kerry Wilkinson, But that could be as I have read these 2 books back to back).

I found this book, soooooo much better than the first one, yet I really enjoyed the first one. It is another brilliantly written book from Mel. And I really do look forward to reading many more books from this author.

And how fantastic to realize the next book featuring Allie Shenton - Only the Brave is due out In May 2015. I'm now on countdown.



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Review: Follow The Leader

Follow The Leader by Mel Sherratt

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



Brilliantly written.

Follow The Leader (A DS Allie Shenton Novel)
Book 2

Firstly a huge Thank you to Netgalley and the Publishers for allowing me to read this book before publication. I feel Honored.

I have just done a re-read of Taunting the dead. Allie Shenton Book 1. Before I started this, and I must say I enjoyed it just as much the 2nd time round. You can read my review of that book here.
It helped me recall what was what with Allie before starting this book.

We start with this book by actually knowing who the killer is early on, but that does not take anything away from this brilliantly written story. If anything I think it helps make the story as good as it is.

A man’s body has been found on a canal path. a plastic letter E found with him, doesn't seem to mean anything until days later when a second victim is found with a letter V on her.

Can Allie and her team figure out what is going on, and what these letters mean, or if they are even linked in anyway. Can they get the clues and work it out before anyone else is killed.
Having been able to see things from the Killer side, there was really times I wanted to Tell Allie what she needed to do next, lol.
I have a very fond liking of her Character, and really do like Allie. (she really does make me think of Jessica Daniel the copper from another series of books I have read, by Kerry Wilkinson, But that could be as I have read these 2 books back to back).

I found this book, soooooo much better than the first one, yet I really enjoyed the first one. It is another brilliantly written book from Mel. And I really do look forward to reading many more books from this author.

And how fantastic to realize the next book featuring Allie Shenton - Only the Brave is due out In May 2015. I'm now on countdown.



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Review: The Murder Bag

The Murder Bag by Tony Parsons

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



Firstly Thanks to Netgalley and the publishers for letting me read this book.

DC Wolfe. for DC wolfe, life is about being another Male copper bringing up a daughter on his own.
I enjoy the private lives of characters as much as the work life, the police side of it. And in this book I liked Wolfe as a Daddy as well as Wolfe as a Police officer.
The story is based around a group of rich kids, who get up to no good at school, and the evil they did back then has followed them into adult life, with someone seeking revenge for their evils.

But can Wolfe and his team figure out just what went on, and who is behind it all. Wolfe like a lot of fictional coppers doesn't always want to follow rules, and lets be honest, if every fictional copper followed the rules we would get sick of reading about them.

There are quite a few twists through this book. Some great characters. And although part way through I felt it was a little repetitive in parts, I really did end up enjoying this book. And I look forward to reading the next one.





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Review: Payback

Payback by Kimberley Chambers

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



Still a 5 star read. after a re-read. ready for the new book.
Roll on March.



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Review: Falling

Falling by Emma Kavanagh

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



4/5


First of all I would like to say thank you to Random House, Emma Kavanagh and Netgalley for the review copy.
I'd had this to read for a while, and finally got around to starting it after reading so many of the mixed reviews, i started reading it with an open mind. One or two of my blogger friends had said it was good, and they are not usually wrong so I had to try it for myself.
This book changes from person to person each chapter. And to start off with I struggled getting my head around what was going on, and who was who.
I felt as though I was just getting to grips with what was happening, and getting to know a character, when it changed to the next person.
This was a very good debut. And an enjoyable read once I got into it. I was tempted to stop reading at one stage, but glad i carried on with it.
We start the book off with a plane crash, and a murder. I am not going to give anything away, as i think it really is worth giving this book a go. Some of the characters are likable and some are not. But I find having a mix of both, is what helps with a story, giving it feeling as you read.
I now have Emma's next book on my to read list, and will look forward to starting it shortly.



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