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The Filth: The Explosive Inside Story of Scotland Yard's Top Undercover Cop
Duncan MacLaughlin, 40 years old and a police officer all his life, is one of the elite. SAS-trained for special missions, his expertise was in surveillance and undercover work that could have got him killed at any moment. The dangerous tightrope he walked included cases involving master criminal Kenneth Noye, kidnap victim Julie Dart and the slaying of PC Keith Blakelock. He also penetrated drug cartels and nailed the ruthless barons who control them. Filled with black humour, exotic slang and facinating investigative detail that only an ex-copper could reveal, Duncan's story provides an rinsight into the world of major crime.
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August 23, 2018
This was a very enjoyable and informative read about a boy who grows up wanting to be a Metropolitan cop with an eye towards becoming an elite detective with Scotland Yard. It follows along his journey, first showing how his father was a shining example for him, being a medic and green beret in the royal marines who helped guide his path. He applied and was accepted at age 16 for training to be a Met cop. His only disappointment was that he had to spend an extra year doing schoolwork to take that path. He wasn’t all that fond of schoolwork and really wanted to get on with real life stuff, but if that’s what he had to do, he guessed he’d have to put up with it. He did well and became the youngest new copper. He was assigned an experienced partner to show him the ropes for 2 weeks, then he was on his own walking a beat. Plenty of drinking involved after work, it seems. He had the usual car accidents, treed cats, and other calls to attend, and more than does his part. Next he moves on to undercover work and this ends Part One.
Part Two is his big move up when he passes his exam and into the big time, CID also known as The Filth. This is when he becomes a detective and works on more serious cases such as murders, drugs, kidnappings. He also goes for more specialized types of training, working his way up the ladder at Scotland Yard. Overall, it’s an entertaining read about his time in their service, and I think most would find it enjoyable for this kind of book. I don’t think he gives away any earth-shattering insider info, as he wouldn’t be allowed to for security reasons, but it doesn’t take away from the readability of it :-) My thanks for the advance electronic copy provided by Netgalley, authors Duncan MacLaughlin & William Hall, and the publisher for a fair review.
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Pub: Aug 23rd, 2018
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Part Two is his big move up when he passes his exam and into the big time, CID also known as The Filth. This is when he becomes a detective and works on more serious cases such as murders, drugs, kidnappings. He also goes for more specialized types of training, working his way up the ladder at Scotland Yard. Overall, it’s an entertaining read about his time in their service, and I think most would find it enjoyable for this kind of book. I don’t think he gives away any earth-shattering insider info, as he wouldn’t be allowed to for security reasons, but it doesn’t take away from the readability of it :-) My thanks for the advance electronic copy provided by Netgalley, authors Duncan MacLaughlin & William Hall, and the publisher for a fair review.
Thistle Publishing
Pub: Aug 23rd, 2018
My bookzone blog on wordpress: https://bookblog200.wordpress.com/201...
July 8, 2018
The title of Duncan MacLaughlin’s book, “The Filth,” hints that there are going to be massive, earth-moving secrets revealed about Scotland Yard. Upon completing the book, however, readers will discover this is more of a collection of anecdotes.
The Filth is actually a term used to describe CID (Scotland Yard), one that Mr. MacLaughlin states that detectives who reach that pinnacle “…wear the epithet like a badge of honour.” The author earns his position with this team a little past halfway through the book. The preceding chapters talk about his years growing up before moving on to his training and hiring as a police constable. The last half of the book deals with his time at Scotland Yard.
While I was entertained, I couldn’t help feeling that the promise of the book was never fulfilled. I did not find the huge, dark secrets I expected, and most of the items revealed have been included in movies and television shows for decades before this book was published. As a somewhat entertaining collection of personal stories the book is okay, though anyone connected with any part of law enforcement (and I speak from personal experience) will amass a pile of humorous and dangerous tales. These anecdotes are best shared in the local pub, especially when surrounded by others who can intimately relate and have no problem understanding why dark humor permeates every facet of the retellings.
Originally published over 15 years ago, “The Filth” is well-written and Mr. MacLaughlin shares his thoughts along with the different experiences he relates. Readers may not find a treasure trove of never-before-revealed facts, but they will gain some knowledge of the personal relationships as well as the thinking processes of the men and women working to keep the streets safe for everyone else. Four stars.
My thanks to NetGalley and Thistle Publishing for an advance complimentary Kindle copy of this book.
The Filth is actually a term used to describe CID (Scotland Yard), one that Mr. MacLaughlin states that detectives who reach that pinnacle “…wear the epithet like a badge of honour.” The author earns his position with this team a little past halfway through the book. The preceding chapters talk about his years growing up before moving on to his training and hiring as a police constable. The last half of the book deals with his time at Scotland Yard.
While I was entertained, I couldn’t help feeling that the promise of the book was never fulfilled. I did not find the huge, dark secrets I expected, and most of the items revealed have been included in movies and television shows for decades before this book was published. As a somewhat entertaining collection of personal stories the book is okay, though anyone connected with any part of law enforcement (and I speak from personal experience) will amass a pile of humorous and dangerous tales. These anecdotes are best shared in the local pub, especially when surrounded by others who can intimately relate and have no problem understanding why dark humor permeates every facet of the retellings.
Originally published over 15 years ago, “The Filth” is well-written and Mr. MacLaughlin shares his thoughts along with the different experiences he relates. Readers may not find a treasure trove of never-before-revealed facts, but they will gain some knowledge of the personal relationships as well as the thinking processes of the men and women working to keep the streets safe for everyone else. Four stars.
My thanks to NetGalley and Thistle Publishing for an advance complimentary Kindle copy of this book.
June 24, 2018
Usually when a book states on its cover "Exposes the secrets Scotland Yard never wanted revealed” or something similar, I find that it is just a ploy to get you to read/purchase it but here it really is true. Some of the secrets make me wonder how this is legal and I can certainly see why Scotland Yard would have an issue with it. Having read up a little on Mr MacLaughlin and being someone who does not readily trust institutions such as the police, I can also understand it from his point of view.
The title "The Filth" should give you some idea of MacLaughlin's opinion of his fellow officers and as a fan of true crime, I knew I had to give this a go. It did not disappoint! Now I do realise that some of you may think he is merely using the pejorative term or slang for police in the UK but there's no doubt in my mind after reading this that this is in fact MacLaughlin's opinion of his ex-colleagues.
There are sensational and really quite disturbing claims that officers from the Yard's Drugs Squad and the Regional Crime Squad stole drugs, paid phantom informants and fabricated evidence. That is just for starters. Some of it is shocking and I urge anyone who decides to read it to go in with a completely open mind.
An excellent and exciting read. Whether the information is true or not is up for debate. What I do know is that the police are certainly not whiter than white, as they would have us believe. Highly recommended.
Many thanks to Thistle Publishing for an ARC. I was not required to post a review and all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.
The title "The Filth" should give you some idea of MacLaughlin's opinion of his fellow officers and as a fan of true crime, I knew I had to give this a go. It did not disappoint! Now I do realise that some of you may think he is merely using the pejorative term or slang for police in the UK but there's no doubt in my mind after reading this that this is in fact MacLaughlin's opinion of his ex-colleagues.
There are sensational and really quite disturbing claims that officers from the Yard's Drugs Squad and the Regional Crime Squad stole drugs, paid phantom informants and fabricated evidence. That is just for starters. Some of it is shocking and I urge anyone who decides to read it to go in with a completely open mind.
An excellent and exciting read. Whether the information is true or not is up for debate. What I do know is that the police are certainly not whiter than white, as they would have us believe. Highly recommended.
Many thanks to Thistle Publishing for an ARC. I was not required to post a review and all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.
August 27, 2018
I have had an interest in true crime and forensics for many years and even considered working in a crime lab when I was younger. That never came to fruition but my son is now a police officer and I love hearing all about the arrests he makes and the cases he's working on. After working at the department for a year he became officer of the month in June of this year. With my fascination with crimes it was only a natural I would read this book. Absolutely fascinating read.
In his more than two decades career, Duncan MacLaughlin worked his way up to the Central Drug Squad and the Regional Crime Squad - Britain's equivalent of the FBI. This man wasn't afraid to tell the inside story of what really went on in the departments and name names ? You better believe he did. I'm surprised he hasn't been knocked off with the information he has revealed . I know what my son went through in the academy and am familiar with the going on's of his work now so I am nodding my head yes as the author is describing what he went through. Fascinating book!
Pub Date 23 Aug 2018
I was given a complimentary copy of this book from Thistle Publishing through NetGalley. Thank you. All opinions expressed are my own.
In his more than two decades career, Duncan MacLaughlin worked his way up to the Central Drug Squad and the Regional Crime Squad - Britain's equivalent of the FBI. This man wasn't afraid to tell the inside story of what really went on in the departments and name names ? You better believe he did. I'm surprised he hasn't been knocked off with the information he has revealed . I know what my son went through in the academy and am familiar with the going on's of his work now so I am nodding my head yes as the author is describing what he went through. Fascinating book!
Pub Date 23 Aug 2018
I was given a complimentary copy of this book from Thistle Publishing through NetGalley. Thank you. All opinions expressed are my own.
August 27, 2018
There's no explosive secrets here just a decent and informative tale of what some policemen do to catch the bad guys. Various cases are discussed in an easy to read tongue-in-cheek way.
Two things annoyed me. Firstly, the long section at the start which gave a biography of the author's father - who is probably worth his own book. Secondly the constant use of jargon followed by the usual non-policeman word.
Two things annoyed me. Firstly, the long section at the start which gave a biography of the author's father - who is probably worth his own book. Secondly the constant use of jargon followed by the usual non-policeman word.
April 25, 2019
I found this book to be shocking, I wasnt a fan of the way things were done.
That said, I have admiration of the force and what they have to deal with every day.
I think the fact that it's a true account makes it difficult to read and get your head around what actually happens.
That said, I have admiration of the force and what they have to deal with every day.
I think the fact that it's a true account makes it difficult to read and get your head around what actually happens.
July 3, 2019
The Filth is so volatile with the level of secrets it reveals that you wonder if you’re safe after reading it. You know the saying, “If I told you, I’d have to kill you.” It’s like that. This addictively readable expose chronicles author Duncan MacLaughlin’s fascinating climb up the police ladder to The Yard, with stories equally compelling for true crime junkies and regular readers alike. Highly recommended!
Thanks to the author, publisher and NetGalley for the review copy.
#TheFilth #NetGalley
Thanks to the author, publisher and NetGalley for the review copy.
#TheFilth #NetGalley
December 29, 2018
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I received a digital copy of this book on Netgalley.
Have you ever wondered what are the secrets that are hidden inside the doors of Scotland Yard? Have you ever thought that there are things that go on inside that you would shudder at the mere idea of? In The Filth, there is that and so much more.
I've always been a fan of crime fiction so a book that promises to reveal Scotland Yard's deepest darkest secrets was a must read for me.
While reading the book, I realized there were so many things about Scotland Yard, and about the authorities in general, that I did not know of. Some of them so brutal and so disgusting that I was wondering why on earth were they even legal?
Overall, it was a great book. I liked the writer's style and his language. His past had a great way of affecting his job decision so the past was a great way to start the book with. I must admit though, that after reading this book, I can understand why the title was "The Filth" and what the author thinks of his fellow colleagues and associates from the force.
I received a digital copy of this book on Netgalley.
Have you ever wondered what are the secrets that are hidden inside the doors of Scotland Yard? Have you ever thought that there are things that go on inside that you would shudder at the mere idea of? In The Filth, there is that and so much more.
I've always been a fan of crime fiction so a book that promises to reveal Scotland Yard's deepest darkest secrets was a must read for me.
While reading the book, I realized there were so many things about Scotland Yard, and about the authorities in general, that I did not know of. Some of them so brutal and so disgusting that I was wondering why on earth were they even legal?
Overall, it was a great book. I liked the writer's style and his language. His past had a great way of affecting his job decision so the past was a great way to start the book with. I must admit though, that after reading this book, I can understand why the title was "The Filth" and what the author thinks of his fellow colleagues and associates from the force.
October 2, 2018
If you ever wanted to know the secret ps and the if, why and how Scotland Yard then this is the book for you. I was sucked in by the variety of knowledge that you read about and also what the author has seen and been through in the line of duty with the Met.
Thank you to both NetGalley and Thistle Publishing for giving me the opportunity to read ’The Filth’ in exchange for my honest unbiased revi .
Thank you to both NetGalley and Thistle Publishing for giving me the opportunity to read ’The Filth’ in exchange for my honest unbiased revi .
July 17, 2019
Fascinating
This gives a no-holds-barred insight into the life of an under cover police officer, that takes the reader from Stoke Newington to Jamaica. It’s a hard hitting narrative, full of information and easy to read, at least in terms of the language and straightforward style of writing. Some of the content is not so easy to read, especially the scenes in Jamaica. But overall, this is a very entertaining read.
This gives a no-holds-barred insight into the life of an under cover police officer, that takes the reader from Stoke Newington to Jamaica. It’s a hard hitting narrative, full of information and easy to read, at least in terms of the language and straightforward style of writing. Some of the content is not so easy to read, especially the scenes in Jamaica. But overall, this is a very entertaining read.
June 19, 2018
I should preface my review by stating outright I'm not a True Crime genre fan, that I prefer literary fiction, that this is Duncan MacLaughlin's first book and in it he is rather exuberantly non-politically correct (making fun of a gay corpse for example). I admit I laughed at learning that WOLO DICKY BIRD is UK police code for indecent exposure. I liked reading his true-life versions of bad guy catching wherein he ends each caper with a gleeful, "You're nicked!" and the level of the author's affection and esteem for his father is touching. But just as the father's military exploits undermined such institutions as the Hippocratic oath, the son goes on to seemingly disregard aspects of the Official Secrets Act. MacLaughlin uses this bombastic memoir platform to burn all his bridges, which made me feel uncomfortable throughout. Much like those online who offer step-by-step instructions to would-be bomb-builders and anorexia-masters I feel some secrets of Britain's Finest ought to be respectfully kept under wraps.
July 29, 2015
rubbish
August 19, 2018
The title of the book (The Filth) is the term used to describe the CID (Scotland Yard) and the detectives who have reached this high point in their careers are mighty proud of this nickname. I’m As they should be because it’s not until about halfway through the book until Duncan gets there.
I think this was a good book. I felt like I was sitting in a pub chatting with Duncan over a few pints (actually it would have to be a lot because it’s a fairly long book). It begins with him as a young lad with touching stories of his mum and dad. Then onto his own story and his rise in the police force, and finally the elite squad. There are funny stories and sad stories but nothing really shocking and I think that’s more to do with the fact that we’ve become more desensitized to violence of any kind. All in all a good inside look at London’s police force.
Thanks to NetGalley for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review
I think this was a good book. I felt like I was sitting in a pub chatting with Duncan over a few pints (actually it would have to be a lot because it’s a fairly long book). It begins with him as a young lad with touching stories of his mum and dad. Then onto his own story and his rise in the police force, and finally the elite squad. There are funny stories and sad stories but nothing really shocking and I think that’s more to do with the fact that we’ve become more desensitized to violence of any kind. All in all a good inside look at London’s police force.
Thanks to NetGalley for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review
June 21, 2018
The Filth by Duncan MacLaughlin and William Hall
This is a story of Duncan MacLaughlin who started out as a cop and quickly rose to the top as an undercover officer. I love how well written this is and even with how serious this book is I found myself laughing out loud by Duncan's comments. I love true crime and Duncan and William have woven their stories they experienced through a long career into this book, The Filth. It is definitely a dangerous job just reading all the different missions that he found himself assigned too. From gut retching stories to saving the day, these stories are very compelling. It gives you a inside look at Scotland Yard and makes you think not just there but other places that are very crime ridden. This is a book that is sure to be read again. I highly recommend stepping into Duncan's life from when he was young to catching the bad guys who prey on the weak and don't know anything but the crime life. When I was given a copy of this book for review, I showed my daughter and she said oh yeah that's the book for you.
Thank you Thistle Publishing and David Haviland once again for another fascinating book for my review.
Cherie'
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This is a story of Duncan MacLaughlin who started out as a cop and quickly rose to the top as an undercover officer. I love how well written this is and even with how serious this book is I found myself laughing out loud by Duncan's comments. I love true crime and Duncan and William have woven their stories they experienced through a long career into this book, The Filth. It is definitely a dangerous job just reading all the different missions that he found himself assigned too. From gut retching stories to saving the day, these stories are very compelling. It gives you a inside look at Scotland Yard and makes you think not just there but other places that are very crime ridden. This is a book that is sure to be read again. I highly recommend stepping into Duncan's life from when he was young to catching the bad guys who prey on the weak and don't know anything but the crime life. When I was given a copy of this book for review, I showed my daughter and she said oh yeah that's the book for you.
Thank you Thistle Publishing and David Haviland once again for another fascinating book for my review.
Cherie'
#THEFILTH
February 15, 2023
This is an interesting read but despite that I didn't really enjoy it.
The book does what it claims to do, that is give an inside line on what it is like to work as a detective and undercover policeman in Scotland yard. It is written in an autobiographical style and follows the main character, Duncan MacLaughlin through his youth and the events in his life that determined his chosen career path and then we follow him through a series of jobs with the Met.
Unfortunately I was not able to relate to the character in any way. I found his accounts and yarns of a standard akin to a lads rag magazine in the 1990s, I neither identified nor empathised with him and hence as a book I found it hard going and nearly gave up on a number of occasions.
The book does what it claims to do, that is give an inside line on what it is like to work as a detective and undercover policeman in Scotland yard. It is written in an autobiographical style and follows the main character, Duncan MacLaughlin through his youth and the events in his life that determined his chosen career path and then we follow him through a series of jobs with the Met.
Unfortunately I was not able to relate to the character in any way. I found his accounts and yarns of a standard akin to a lads rag magazine in the 1990s, I neither identified nor empathised with him and hence as a book I found it hard going and nearly gave up on a number of occasions.
June 19, 2018
Duncan MacLaughlin has truly seen London at it's worst. Starting as a young in the Metropolitan Police Cadet Corps (MPCC ) up the ladder to Scotland Yard, was an adventure, that we readers won't soon forget. When I think Scotland Yard, I think Jack the Ripper, but it is so much more. Hearing about all the cases, he worked was fascinating. With fellow officers, an informant with gold teeth and the animal cases (you have to read about it), make this a great book for all you police buffs. I loved reading about it. I received this book from Net Galley and Thistle publishing for an honest review and no compensation otherwise.
August 8, 2018
Thanks to Netgalley for my copy.
This was not what I expected. I thought I would be reading an expose of being an undercover cop. What I got was the story of his childhood and his father's military service followed by his training and probationary period. Then eventually we get to some anecdotes from his undercover work. Not the exciting explosive story the blurb leads you to.
This was not what I expected. I thought I would be reading an expose of being an undercover cop. What I got was the story of his childhood and his father's military service followed by his training and probationary period. Then eventually we get to some anecdotes from his undercover work. Not the exciting explosive story the blurb leads you to.
December 9, 2018
Only took me this long to read ,because I was reading other stuff beside this .
October 17, 2019
Worth a read
Was,very good once it got going like many books what it supposed to be about doesn't start until half way through the book but overall I enjoyed it
Was,very good once it got going like many books what it supposed to be about doesn't start until half way through the book but overall I enjoyed it
July 29, 2020
Real policing, as it was.
Interesting book of what it was like in 70s to 90s policing London. Having been there was as I remembered. (But he got 411N wrong! Ha)
Interesting book of what it was like in 70s to 90s policing London. Having been there was as I remembered. (But he got 411N wrong! Ha)
May 3, 2018
An open and honest account of what has happened (and could still be happening) within the Met and Scotland Yard. very thought-provoking and interesting for anyone with an interest in the Police
January 20, 2013
Interesting but didn't really go anywhere
March 11, 2013
Outstanding, difficult to follow at times due to the number of people involved but well worth the effort
August 10, 2018
A great read from childhood hero for Dad to becoming one as an adult. Tour de force story through the streets of London.. Highly recommended
September 5, 2018
A true eyeopener into the daily workings of men and women who risk their lives and limbs, and sometimes their minds to protect and serve, in the line of duty. As the name rightfully says the filth finally revealed in a brash and surreal way. This memoir had the facade of a crime thriller making it an interesting and entertaining read. I like the presentation of this book, I truly felt like I was reading a crime thriller. It grips your attention mesmerizing you with its finely tuned facts.
September 24, 2018
This is the first fact based book i have read in a long time and it really is an excellent read which i finished in 2 days.Based on the police life of Duncan MacLaughlin it starts with a look into his early family life and how he grew up which is at times quite funny.The second part of the book is based around his time in the police force from his beginnings to his rise up the ranks until his eventual departure.The book is very well written and gives you a fascinating insight to how the police work and also into some high profile cases that he worked on,it is at some times quite a funny book but also quite sad in other areas (Broadwater Farm riots) for one,all in all a great read that i really enjoyed.
March 3, 2019
I cannot begin to say how much I loathe this book, with the author being everything wrong with the police service.
There are casual and continued uses of derogatory, homophobic language. A colleague using homophobia as a way of getting out of an assault when investigated, although admitting that it is all lies. Similarly casual use of sexist language - boys, man, lads (when referring to generic job roles) and outdated reference to ambulancemen and firemen. Casual sexist referrals reveal what a boar the author truly is ("before I opened the club to women". General and causal offensive language also demonstrates quite clearly what a prat he is ("as if he was in a permanent parade ground for the terminally deaf"). Ditto racism.
Shocking and casual attitude to drink-driving, even on duty. The author clearly shows that he, and police officers, are above the law and on the take. How they charge an innocent person, slightly inebriated, to prevent their own loss of face for a juvenile act, and be totally beyond caring of the consequences for that person. Similarly, shoving someone into a crowd, arresting a 'random' person, then falsifying criminal damage for court - to get overtime pay - shows the level of corrupt this person reached in their career for the sake of money.
If the author is an example of police officers of the time, no wonder there was a problem with the inbred culture issues. It wasn't acceptable and it adds absolutely nothing to the book, other than forcing down the bile of reading this total car-crash of a book. Unless this book is meant for the aged old-sweat retired copper, reminiscing about the "good old days", it is difficult to grasp who is meant to be the intended audience: it is in poor taste and offensive.
The author had a relationship with a victim of domestic violence, that he met in the course of his duties,, clearly abusing his position of authority as a constable, not to mention misconduct for wasting police resources and having sex whilst on duty. Shocking use of women to be used and cast aside like property.
The author admits further criminal offences by fraud through falsely claiming excess mileage, adding up to an extra £200 per month, actually going to a mechanic to have his milometer changed so that he didn't get caught.
And, finally, it isn't as though the book is well written. There are pithy and pointless comparisons found, probably just for the amusement of the author or to pad out the book. "He had also been in more tricky situations out in the field than my youngest daughter trying to take her first steps". I mean, seriously, what is the relevance of that in describing a two-bit character.
The author is an offensive, dishonest throw-back. The police service can only move on, when the likes of such outdated dinosaurs go. Hopefully this book will provide enough evidence for the author to be charges with the offences he has committed whilst in public office, and be punished for his crimes. The reason why these types of books are rare, is because only a narcissistic idiot would publish evidence of his own crimes, and then preen about it.
I HATE EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS BOOK AND IT SHOULD NOT BE PUBLISHED.
There are casual and continued uses of derogatory, homophobic language. A colleague using homophobia as a way of getting out of an assault when investigated, although admitting that it is all lies. Similarly casual use of sexist language - boys, man, lads (when referring to generic job roles) and outdated reference to ambulancemen and firemen. Casual sexist referrals reveal what a boar the author truly is ("before I opened the club to women". General and causal offensive language also demonstrates quite clearly what a prat he is ("as if he was in a permanent parade ground for the terminally deaf"). Ditto racism.
Shocking and casual attitude to drink-driving, even on duty. The author clearly shows that he, and police officers, are above the law and on the take. How they charge an innocent person, slightly inebriated, to prevent their own loss of face for a juvenile act, and be totally beyond caring of the consequences for that person. Similarly, shoving someone into a crowd, arresting a 'random' person, then falsifying criminal damage for court - to get overtime pay - shows the level of corrupt this person reached in their career for the sake of money.
If the author is an example of police officers of the time, no wonder there was a problem with the inbred culture issues. It wasn't acceptable and it adds absolutely nothing to the book, other than forcing down the bile of reading this total car-crash of a book. Unless this book is meant for the aged old-sweat retired copper, reminiscing about the "good old days", it is difficult to grasp who is meant to be the intended audience: it is in poor taste and offensive.
The author had a relationship with a victim of domestic violence, that he met in the course of his duties,, clearly abusing his position of authority as a constable, not to mention misconduct for wasting police resources and having sex whilst on duty. Shocking use of women to be used and cast aside like property.
The author admits further criminal offences by fraud through falsely claiming excess mileage, adding up to an extra £200 per month, actually going to a mechanic to have his milometer changed so that he didn't get caught.
And, finally, it isn't as though the book is well written. There are pithy and pointless comparisons found, probably just for the amusement of the author or to pad out the book. "He had also been in more tricky situations out in the field than my youngest daughter trying to take her first steps". I mean, seriously, what is the relevance of that in describing a two-bit character.
The author is an offensive, dishonest throw-back. The police service can only move on, when the likes of such outdated dinosaurs go. Hopefully this book will provide enough evidence for the author to be charges with the offences he has committed whilst in public office, and be punished for his crimes. The reason why these types of books are rare, is because only a narcissistic idiot would publish evidence of his own crimes, and then preen about it.
I HATE EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS BOOK AND IT SHOULD NOT BE PUBLISHED.
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