The Ward Brothers book one: Meet The Travellers

by Carol Hellier

Tommy Lee, a former soldier, now sells his protection to the wealthy. He’s content, until a chance encounter with the wife of a gangster leads to forbidden rendezvous and, unknowingly, twins. Later, fate brings them together, shattering the life he thought he knew.
John Jo, the second born, wins his wife in a poker game, a wager he never wanted. Yet, the quiet beauty of the woman he won, slowly ensnares his heart, leading him down a path he never expected.
Sean Paul, the steady one, appears to have it all, a wife, two kids, and another on the way. But behind closed doors, he and John Jo become neck-deep in illegal dealings, making money the easiest way they can.
The youngest, PJ, had always been a bit different to the others, softer, quieter. His first attempt at marriage is thwarted by a bad omen, soon after, he discovers his true self but attempts to bury it under the weight of expectations.
When PJ is drugged and abducted, it's his three brothers who will stop at nothing to find him. Their search leads them to dark places, but in the end, it's Tommy Lee who delivers the final, bloody reckoning, ensuring no one touches his family without consequence.
A tale of love, crime, family, and vengeance, the Ward brothers navigate a world where loyalty is everything, and justice is served by their own hands.

288 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 1, 2025

Reviews

[Joanne Dickinson · Rating 5 out of 5]

A must read after the Stepney feud books

Couldn't put this book down.

Great characters
Great Storylines.
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action, love, crime, loyalty, this book has it all.

[Khurshid Ali · Rating 3 out of 5]

Welcome to a new crime family. Meet Tommy Lee, Sean Paul, John Jo and PJ. Collectively known as the Ward Brothers.

This book reminds me of the Carrie Verne series by Kerry Barnes as both families are travellers and they follow a similar path - Crime.

Let me give you a little clue

Tommy Lee - a contract killer and loyal to family
John Jo - a charmer always looking to making money
Sean Paul - works closely with John Jo
PJ - the youngest who suffered through trauma.

Bonds are forged and retribution is sought.

Imagine the following vengeance

✅ Blood Shed
✅ Torture
✅ Body Parts
✅ Fire

If you love gangland crime then pick up this series. If you love Martina Cole, Kerry Barnes, Emmy Ellis then add this author Carol Hellier to your list.

[Tracy ann Robinson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am a big fan of this author she never disappoints so can't wait for next instalment. a very addictive read