DAMAGE LIMITATION

by N.M. Young

DC Lucy Russell is a surveillance operative in the Scottish Crime Agency, intent on bringing
to justice the father and son who head a drug dealing, organised crime group in Aberdeen.
Domestic abuse creeps into Lucy’s home life and escalates until she worries that her police
officer boyfriend will murder her. Despite her fears, Lucy feels unable to disclose what is
happening, believing that speaking out would damage her reputation and cost her career. She
keeps the secret but hides clues for her colleagues to find in the event of her death.
A different, explosive secret causes the criminal gang to turn against each other. With their
own reputations and business at stake, they engage in a deadly fight for survival.

234 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 31, 2024

Reviews

[Murrin Thomson · Rating 5 out of 5]

A really interesting and exciting read, took two days to finish and kept me intrigued at what would happen next. Lots of emotions felt about the main character and enjoyed how the main character came into her own as a strong female lead. Would recommend for fans of Scottish crime, really realistic and would love to read more from this author.

[Pamela · Rating 5 out of 5]

DC Lucy Russell, a surveillance operative with the Scottish Crime Agency, is determined to bring the father and son duo who lead a drug-dealing organized crime group in Aberdeen to justice. As she delves deeper into her investigation, domestic abuse begins to infiltrate Lucy’s personal life, escalating to the point where she fears her police officer boyfriend might harm her. Despite her apprehensions, Lucy remains silent, believing that revealing the truth would tarnish her reputation and jeopardize her career. However, she leaves hidden clues for her colleagues to discover in case of her untimely demise.

Simultaneously, a different explosive secret emerges, causing the criminal gang to turn against each other. With their reputations and business on the line, they engage in a deadly fight for survival.

The novel deftly weaves police procedural elements, personal struggles, and intense suspense. It sheds light on the complexities of abuse, secrecy, and the high stakes faced by those working in law enforcement. If you’ve experienced domestic abuse, you’ll recognise the classic signs portrayed in this book. Overall, “Damage Limitation” is a brilliant debut work that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.

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[Mhairi Nicholson · Rating 4 out of 5]

I would rate this a strong 4.5. I really enjoyed it and read it in one sitting, didn't want to put it down. The depiction of the realities of domestic abuse was well done and I liked that he used an 'unlikely' victim. It helps to show that any woman can be a victim of domestic abuse.

[Des Gale · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent!

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It was well-written and a real page-turner. Exciting and entertaining, I experienced a range of emotions while reading it: excitement, frustration, anger, anxiety. I couldn't put it down and read it in one sitting, well into the night!

I can't wait for the next book to learn what happens to Lucy.

[Paula hay · Rating 5 out of 5]

very good read

I enjoyed the book, I couldn’t put it down just wanted to continue with it. I have recommended it to my friends and family.

[Alanna Fowler · Rating 4 out of 5]

I found it hard reading this book as Lucy’s story is written so well. Honestly one star less as I didn’t care about the other crime element- I just wanted Lucy to get her justice.

[Jake Bain · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great book!