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Take Back: A German Historical Crime Thriller
A homicide detective investigates bizarre murders. And when children go missing a deadly game begins. But is it too late? Can the killer be stopped?Berlin, 1961. At a murder scene, veteran police Kommissar Max Becker comes under sniper fire. Further bizarre incidents each with an odd personal element perplex the conscientious detective. And as he wrestles with more murders, men posing as police abduct his children and turn his world upside down.
Hell bent on saving his family and with no clues as to his children’s whereabouts, the anguished former ace tank commander, loved and respected for his leadership, and loyalty, employs every military and investigative tactic he knows, reaching out to old comrades and powerful contacts from his past.
With time running out, will Max rescue his children before it’s too late?
Take Back is the electrifying second novel in the Max Becker historical crime thriller series. If you love intricate plots, high-stakes drama, and relentless action then Tim Wickenden’s Take Back promises to keep you turning the pages long into the night.
Don’t miss out. Join Max Becker in his perilous dance with death and buy Take Back today!
Hell bent on saving his family and with no clues as to his children’s whereabouts, the anguished former ace tank commander, loved and respected for his leadership, and loyalty, employs every military and investigative tactic he knows, reaching out to old comrades and powerful contacts from his past.
With time running out, will Max rescue his children before it’s too late?
Take Back is the electrifying second novel in the Max Becker historical crime thriller series. If you love intricate plots, high-stakes drama, and relentless action then Tim Wickenden’s Take Back promises to keep you turning the pages long into the night.
Don’t miss out. Join Max Becker in his perilous dance with death and buy Take Back today!
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Published May 16, 2024
About the author
Tim Wickenden
6 books16 followersTim is a novelist and multidisciplinary artist whose work spans film, photography, and digital art. Through his collaboration with Y Cerrig, he advocates for wider access to creative industries—developing programmes that open doors to publishing, filmmaking, and digital art through affordable or free training opportunities.
Born in Zimbabwe and raised between Hong Kong and the UK, Tim’s early experiences shaped a deep interest in history and storytelling. He later spent time in West Germany, where his fascination with the country’s turbulent past began. After a career in IT, he transitioned into adult education, eventually moving to Southwest Wales in 2005 to focus on creative writing and film.
Tim published his debut historical novel in 2019 and followed it with two more titles—Take Back and That Girl in The Boxcar (2024). His work reflects a passion for history, resilience, and the transformative power of storytelling.
As a dyslexic writer, Tim is a firm believer that neurodiversity should never be a barrier to creativity. His journey demonstrates that with persistence and vision, obstacles can be turned into strengths.
Born in Zimbabwe and raised between Hong Kong and the UK, Tim’s early experiences shaped a deep interest in history and storytelling. He later spent time in West Germany, where his fascination with the country’s turbulent past began. After a career in IT, he transitioned into adult education, eventually moving to Southwest Wales in 2005 to focus on creative writing and film.
Tim published his debut historical novel in 2019 and followed it with two more titles—Take Back and That Girl in The Boxcar (2024). His work reflects a passion for history, resilience, and the transformative power of storytelling.
As a dyslexic writer, Tim is a firm believer that neurodiversity should never be a barrier to creativity. His journey demonstrates that with persistence and vision, obstacles can be turned into strengths.
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June 17, 2024
Old cardigan, but much more exciting.
I was delighted to read another Max Becker book. Like I suggested with the above title, reading a Becker book felt warm and comfortable. Tim Wickenden’s style is habit forming, as much as a Kommissar Becker story. Once you read one you keep going back for more.
In this novel, the bad guys kidnap Max’s and Toni’s children avenging the death of a prominent Nazi. Max, Toni, Bas and Otti go on a war footing against incredible odds. I will not tell you what happens, but you will love the action and the surprises.
For those of us who’ve lived and visited there, it is a tour de force from Berlin, through the former DDR, Austria and back to Berlin. Tim Wickenden is the tour director and provides superb entertainment along the way. Kudos, Tim, and keep them coming.
I was delighted to read another Max Becker book. Like I suggested with the above title, reading a Becker book felt warm and comfortable. Tim Wickenden’s style is habit forming, as much as a Kommissar Becker story. Once you read one you keep going back for more.
In this novel, the bad guys kidnap Max’s and Toni’s children avenging the death of a prominent Nazi. Max, Toni, Bas and Otti go on a war footing against incredible odds. I will not tell you what happens, but you will love the action and the surprises.
For those of us who’ve lived and visited there, it is a tour de force from Berlin, through the former DDR, Austria and back to Berlin. Tim Wickenden is the tour director and provides superb entertainment along the way. Kudos, Tim, and keep them coming.
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