Dirty Business

Acer Sansom #1

by Oliver Tidy

When a British soldier the world thought was dead resurfaces, shot in the guts, in the home of a still-warm dead man an unsavoury story of dirty business and murder begins to emerge.

A politician and a shadowy government security official make contact with him and reveal evidence of where he should be looking for answers to his questions. With their assistance, the soldier becomes embroiled in a mission for retribution and justice. And for some crimes only biblical justice will do.

Dirty Business tells how Acer Sansom returns from the ‘dead’, where he’s been for his missing year and why he is possessed with a single-minded need for vengeance. It follows his journey from the south of England to Turkey on the trail of the men responsible for the fate of his murdered family and his search for the truth.

Acer’s desire for revenge is clear. Less clear are the motives of those helping him and whose hands are soiled with their Dirty Business.

Genres: Mystery, Fiction, Thriller, Crime

324 pages, Kindle Edition

First published September 7, 2013

About the author

Crime and thriller fiction.

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http://olivertidy.com

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Reviews

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[Jean Randall · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really don't want to put it down. Page turner. Good plot, good characters. Would recommend.

[Joan · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed the writing in this novel. Oliver Tidy has a very readable style and although the plot was a tad too complex for me ( I was reading when my insomnia stopped me sleeping, so perhaps that was more my fault than the book) I found the characters very engaging.

[David Gilchrist · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am giving an high score though I do not like this genre, will not mark it down because I don't do super hero types. Will still look out for new R&M, B&C books.

[Neil Randall · Rating 4 out of 5]

This novel starts with an intriguing first chapter, with a chap turning up a year after his supposed death. From there the story drags you in and keeps you interested.
The hero of the book isn't the usual Jack Reacher type which means you can relate to him a little. As he stumbles through the first quarter of the book.
I do however think there are several coincidences happening, without the story would've dried up, so I suppose the author can be given license for them.
A story of cold brutal revenge that will keep you reading if this is your genre of choice.
I will read the next one in the series, if only to find what happened at the end of the 1st installment.

[Jacob · Rating 3 out of 5]

I would have given this 4 stars had it not been a rather disappointing ending. I understand and fully respect that the author leaves you in the unknown to try and keep you hooked and thus more incentivised to continue the series. However, this ending was just far too vague for my liking. Yes, you can guess what's to come in the next book, but there was no hint or mention. Usually I find in a series, the ending of one book, is simultaneously a brief and tantalising introduction to its sequel.

So all in all, great writing, great story and very exciting, but a real let down at the end.

[Paul Morris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Enjoyed this book, it's a cheap man's version of Jack Reacher n terms of the mistakes he makes and how he responds to the challenges presented. Similar to others reviewers it gripped from the beginning and - spoiler -left the reader in the dark as to the final outcome although reality is that you probably think you know that there will be a another story in the series.

[Ann · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very enjoyable

The plot is well set out with the characters and story very believable. The length of chapters and the suspension was just enough to allow you to put the book down anytime, pick it up the next day and you we instantly back on track. Well done.

[Ted Tayler · Rating 4 out of 5]

"Great start to a series"

This was a decent action/adventure. Thoroughly enjoyed the opening chapters where the premise of the story was set up. From about two-thirds of the way through though my attention wandered. Things became a little stodgy and the pace slowed. Hence the 4*.

[Rob Rudman · Rating 4 out of 5]

fantastic book

I enjoyed the book that was riveting reading but was left deflated when we were never informed about the heroes fate ! A lesson to be learned by the author !
Maybe with future sequel in mind !
Do I trust the author that the sequel will have a better ending?

[tony baxter · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good read

Enjoyable page Turner. A good read. Looking forward to reading the next in the series. Keeps you wanting to know what is next

[Hayley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant!

Absolutely loved this book, so good I couldn't put it down lol! Fantastic storyline and characters. I would happily recommend.

[mark parrish · Rating 4 out of 5]

Gripping

Just can't stop turning the page to see what happens next .Good from start to finish can't wait for book 2

[Peter Binnington · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really enjoyed the book. Soon got into the characters. Well written and compelling reading. Would recommend to anyone.

[Monty Bates · Rating 5 out of 5]

Exciting All the Way

I've read several of his books now and have yet to be disappointed. In this one he weaves quite an adventure that I think you will enjoy as much as I did.

[R Roberts · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fascinating concept.

A good story well constructed and undeniably constructed to hold the readers interest that led to a problem in the last line.

[Andrew Heasman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good story

A well written exciting story. Part one in a series that I am looking forward to reading. I recommend this book to you.

[Joseph Gallagher · Rating 4 out of 5]

Difficult to get a handle on the characters initially but well thought out book
Intriguing plot
Decent characters in the end
A decent read

[Cameron Filipchuk · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fun ride

[Mrs Susan J Bociek · Rating 5 out of 5]

A cracking good read

Already looking forward to the next book. Ransom is a strong character with an undisputable mission. Enjoyed the scenery,the co characters and the storyline.

[mrs patricia m brown · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great read.

Great book, couldn't put down. The end was a bit rapid for my liking but had the desired effect of me buying book 2 hoping to find a happy ever after!

[Eva · Rating 1 out of 5]

As much as I like Romney and Marsh, I just couldn't get to like this book, and after a few futile attempts to finish it I just gave up. The main characters are just not likable or interesting enough to make me want to find out what will happen to them. The plot should be interesting, but something, somehow is missing for me. I can't really put my finger on it.
So those who like Romney and Marsh, stay away from Acer Sansom, this is not for you.

[Kenny · Rating 3 out of 5]

Read this in two sittings so fast paced and well written. Not to graphic in it's violence, it really made me think of thrillers of earlier days. I don't mean that as a criticism. Mr Tidy writes good books and I look forward to the next one.

[Annette McPherson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book!

Great characters, fast moving plot. Could not put it down.

I can't wait to read the next one.



Tidy job Oliver!

[Chrissy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wow! Usually free books on BookBub don't grab me from the get-go yet here I am grabbed! A hero with heart.

[Jackie O'sullivan · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good romp of a thriller with lots of twists and turns

[NEIL A .BROWN · Rating 5 out of 5]

Edge of the seat

Great read that to's and fro's at speed and keeps you locked in to the end. I'm a new fan of Acer.