Into Death's Arms

Wild Fens #12

by Jack Cartwright

To reach the light, we must brave the shadow...

Genres: Crime, Fiction, Audiobook

402 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 30, 2024

Reviews

[karen semple · Rating 2 out of 5]

Throughout this series of books I’ve been torn…the lifer mystery aspect I like but I just cannot stand Freya. Her character is completely insufferable and her behaviour at times beggars belief, makes the love story between her and Ben completely unbelievable and puts me off reading these books.

Also as a Scottish person, the use of the word “wee”, often in the incorrect context just infuriates me!

[Beth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! This one has it all and it is gutting on many levels.

This is probably the best one yet. A crazy murder case, so many red herrings, and oh dear lord the drama. But like real drama not the soap opera crap from earlier and not the immature bullying nonsense. No, serious gut wrenching drama. And I couldn’t figure out who to be the most angry at or who to feel the most sorry for. But man this team of secondary characters is great. Warning…spoilers ahead.

I still don’t quite understand why Freya decided to go out on her own, setting herself up or if she was being set up. Maybe that will come out in the next book. I get that she felt Ben didn’t have her back but she knew the others did. I really need that part explained better. How did she know to meet with Sloan? How did she find him? Why no files on him? I’m guessing Butters but they didn’t say. And how did her perfume get down his shirt? Lots of unanswered questions.

And now I am compelled to continue my binge read!

[Julie Powell · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thoroughly enjoyed this British crime thriller where the team are faced with such a tangled web that results in numerous twists and turns. In addition, Freya's past threatens, while her relationship with Ben is rocky at the same time as current threats wait behind the curtain.

Although Freya is unlikeable at times, beneath the veneer she is kind, caring and loyal. She has high expectations but most fall foul. The character development is great, each with a distinctive personality and gel perfectly with each other.

Overall, this was a well-written story with an excellent plot, delightful humour and a great sense of place.

Recommended.

[S McK · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good read!

A twisty tale of deceit, lies, manipulation and murder abound. The investigation has many dead ends and culminates in a final showdown, which could prove fatal...

Freya has returned to her dislikeable self, not wanting to talk or clear the air, before she huffs off, like a child splitting out her dummy. Ben, however, comes into his own, motivating the team and progressing the investigation.
Freya has some hidden foes she needs to track down and stop but her approach is ill-timed.

An unexpected development at the end, is disappointing and could change the team dynamics, forever...

[Karen Oakley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another cracking read from Jack Cartwright. There were so many twists and turns in this story. Cruz seemed to shine a little in this as he was separated from Gillespie. Although for once Gillespie seemed to spout some wisdom for a change!
I must admit Freya is starting to get on my nerves a bit with her abrasive nature, especially towards Ben. This was an angst filled tale of love and betrayal between these two, with an open-ended ending.

[David Ward · Rating 5 out of 5]

I may be wrong, but it feels like this may be the last of Jack Cartwright´s Wild Fens books.

Some old, recurring problems are neatly ended.

This book is good, as good as any in the series. The action speeds up at the end, and all is resolved. And if you enjoy Gillespie, then there´s plenty of him here to keep you happy. More than that I cannot say without spoiling things.

[Jeanetta Hardy · Rating 3 out of 5]

The end

As far as I'm concerned this is the end of the series. I can't see a marriage working between Ben and Freya. Nor do I see them being able to work together. I don't want to read about their arguments or disagreements. If this was real life, I wouldn't want to work for Freya.

[David]

I sometimes think that the main characters in this series do not know what they really want. Reading the synopsis of the next book in the series it sounds as though Freya is missing from the team, it sounds as though something drastic has happened.I hope Jack Cartwright has not decided to write her out of the series.

[Lynn Bennett · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ben takes the lead in this case.

Ben and Freya have an argument which leaves her out in the cold. Ben proves what a good detective he really is no with the help of the team he gets the killer. He also proves Freya needs him more than she realises. Looking forward to the next book!

[Marktroth · Rating 5 out of 5]

INTO DEATHS ARMS

Another good read in the dci Freya bloom series have just got the next one in the series but will be reading the new jd Kirk book first if you like jack Cartwright and haven’t read any of. The jd Kirk books I suggest you do as they are both great authors and very similar

[Lora King · Rating 5 out of 5]

a Woman is found on a trail suffocated and the team will have to unravel relationships to figure this one out and even better Freya and Ben are back together....but with those two for how long is the question. Also it seems like Freya is being targeted by officers from Lincolnshire HQ and Ben is continuing to investigate Freya's Uncles death which is not a good thing.

[Janice Staines · Rating 4 out of 5]

Everyone is worried about Freya

This time, the whole team is anxious about the way Freya is acting - particularly Ben. It’s not just her being here usual ‘moody’ self, Ben thinks she might have gone much further - even getting involved with murder. With so much going on, can he and the team work together to prove her innocence?

[Paul Carter]

A great mix of crime, twists, team interaction and personal contradictions. Ending not predicable but has set the scene for the next in series with several avenues the author could pursue. Not a gruesome bloodthirsty read but definitely rings true with small community traits and relationships. Deffinately kept my attention.

[Christmas Angel · Rating 5 out of 5]

The characters are phenomenal. The scenes, beautiful. Freya, Ben, Jim - will dig deep into your heart. The ups, downs, ins, and outs, take you on a ride you won't easily forget. A police procedural triumph. A masterpiece of fiction. Very Highly Recommended.

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well done Jack on another brilliantly written book which once I started reading it I could not put it down. I Absolutely enjoyed reading this book and would definitely recommend to other avid readers like me 😊📖

[Sue Morrison · Rating 5 out of 5]

Yet another brilliant book from one of my favourite authors. The characters and plots feel real and the storyline is believable. The use of the Lincolnshire landscape, almost a character in itself, is brilliant and sets scenes that can be easily imagined. These books would make great films.

[Mr J Gunn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great story, almost feel like part of the team lTrouble is I can’t put the book down when I’ve started. Next one should be interesting! I also used to live in that area so it’s particularly good for me.
Jules

[Ingrid · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 stars
As always a good story, although a little too drawn out for me and the erratic and narcissistic behaviour of Freya and Ben's lame response to it is really getting on my nerves now. It took me long to read, that says something too.

[margaret biggins · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another brilliant story

Once again Jack Cartwright has given us a really good patterned I couldn't put it down and have already downloaded next book. can't wait to see how Freya Ben and the team get on.

[Julian Tremayne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rather a confusing plotline but stick with it and the main characters show themselves in their true light. Can't wait to find out how the next one takes the story forward.
Julian Tremayne, Pocklington, East Yorkshire

[Wallace · Rating 3 out of 5]

Underwhelmed, sadly!

It seems to be that this Wild Fens series is a bit like the sea ... peaks and troughs. Hopefully, this trough will lead to a peak, with less relationship storylines and more good old police storylines! A 3-star read at best. Sadly, underwhelmed!

[j r meikle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well I never...

Crikey, I couldn't see that coming. This book provides more questions than answers. Will she? Won't she? What will Granger say? How will they hunt down the rogue HQ cops? Will Gillespie ever clean his car? I'm going to have to start the next one asap ....

[philip gearing · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good book

A well written story as usual and I missed all the clues to the murderer ! If there were any to find ?

[lisa unwin · Rating 5 out of 5]

As Good As ever with unexpected twist at the end

[Audrey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Please tell me there are going to be more ! Loved this series and this one was a page turner ! Excellent read ! Highly recommended!

[Debra Whisson · Rating 3 out of 5]

I found this a 3.5 * book just because I’m finding the unprofessional behaviour of Freya a bit wearing. Why she hadn’t be moved on due to her poor team handling and moods is never explained.

[Beth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good Series

This book had all of the twists and turns I have become used to. I love the team’s relationship. And I love the beautiful descriptions of the Fens.

[Ann Otter · Rating 2 out of 5]

Annie O

Did not enjoy this book at all and skipped most of it so I can read another author. Sorry, just not my style..

[Nicola Ferry · Rating 5 out of 5]

Always enjoy these characters.

[Becky · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 🌟