Ambush

by Paul Carson

One wintry Dublin morning, a hired killer unleashes a deadly ambush. His a Government Minister campaigning against drugs and his medical spokesman, Dr Scott Nolan. But the attacks go horribly wrong, and in the bloodbath that follows, Scott's wife Laura is killed by a bullet meant for him.Fuelled by guilt, grief and revenge, Nolan enters into an uneasy alliance with Laura's brother, Detective Mark Higgins. Together they embark on a highly controversial covert mission to track down the assassin.But their target is vicious and amoral - are Nolan and Higgins prepared to put their own lives on the line to catch him?

Genres: Thriller, Fiction, Ireland

498 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2004

About the author

Paul Carson is a doctor based in south Dublin where he runs an Asthma and Allergy clinc for children. He has published a number of health books and, as well as weiting various medical journals, he was editor of Irish Doctor magazine. Dr Carson is married and has two children.

Reviews

[Nicholas George · Rating 3 out of 5]

This tale--of an Irish-American surgeon teaming up with his brother-in-law and the Irish police to catch his wife's murderer--moves along well enough, but it's a fairly by-the-numbers, tepid affair. And that's apart from the unlikelihood of a surgeon quickly becoming a weapon-savvy, James Bond-like avenger. Not really worth the time.

[juice · Rating 2 out of 5]

Cartoon writing, stupid (although experienced) drivers, etc. Stopped at about p20.

[Billy Binkley · Rating 2 out of 5]

a very typical revenge motif... not very unique or compelling.

[Jan Quinn · Rating 2 out of 5]

Boring

[Judge · Rating 3 out of 5]

Listened to this one while commuting. It kept me entertained enough while driving. Gerry O'Brien who narrated it was great!

[Richard · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was the final book of Carson's I have read and I would argue very much the best. It is well written, detailed and the raw grit of Nolan and Higgins going after Laura's killer is brilliant. In Sean Kennedy is a villain that would rival most and Carson could easily do a prequel on just him !! Good book, and would recommend it to those who like a good drug fuelled tourist trip around the world and specifically Dublin.

[Rebecca · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not my usual genre but an enjoyable read nevertheless. Not going to go out and read anymore of his work though

[Lynn Hutchinson · Rating 3 out of 5]

Enjoyed this book and will look for another by this author.

[Greg · Rating 3 out of 5]

An average read. Some parts seemed lacking in details where others had more than necessary details. The storyline was predictable.

[Leah Orris · Rating 3 out of 5]

Slow in parts, fast in parts. Not a huge fan of the writing style, but thought it had a good plot line. Not a favorite read but I think it could make a great movie.

[Lloyd Piper · Rating 5 out of 5]

A new author for me, but thoroughly enjoyed the story and pace all of the way

[Suresh Vijendran]

A very good book.From the first page to the last, it was pacy enough to continue without putting it down.

[Johnsergeant · Rating 4 out of 5]

An entertaining listen.

[Chuck · Rating 2 out of 5]

A double assassination attempt on the streets of Dublin changes an American doctor's life forever. He gets involved in the attempt to bring the terrorist responsible to justice.

[David · Rating 4 out of 5]

Different type of story, very good.