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London, ein Uhr nachts am 2. Weihnachtsfeiertag. Schnee fällt, die Stadt schläft. Aber nicht Detective Max Wolfe. Durch die großen Fenster seines Lofts beobachtet er die dunkle Straße ein paar Stockwerke unter ihm. Ein Kastenwagen hat dort gerade angehalten. Zwei Männer springen heraus, vermummt und schwarz gekleidet. Sie zerren etwas aus dem Wagen. Es ist ein Mann - halb nackt, halb tot, am Leben. Doch nicht mehr lange ...
Bald schon jagt Max Wolfe eine Bande von Mördern, die ihre Opfer buchstäblich einen Kopf kürzer macht.
Eine spannende Kurzgeschichte um Max Wolfe zum Kennenlernen. Der erfolgreiche Detective aus Tony Parsons Kriminalromanen wird mit einem Fall konfrontiert, der ihm keine Ruhe mehr lässt. Dieses E-Book enthält zusätzlich eine ausführliche Leseprobe von Parsons "Dein finsteres Herz", dem ersten Fall von DC Max Wolfe.
Bald schon jagt Max Wolfe eine Bande von Mördern, die ihre Opfer buchstäblich einen Kopf kürzer macht.
Eine spannende Kurzgeschichte um Max Wolfe zum Kennenlernen. Der erfolgreiche Detective aus Tony Parsons Kriminalromanen wird mit einem Fall konfrontiert, der ihm keine Ruhe mehr lässt. Dieses E-Book enthält zusätzlich eine ausführliche Leseprobe von Parsons "Dein finsteres Herz", dem ersten Fall von DC Max Wolfe.
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First published January 1, 2015
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Tony Parsons
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Tony Parsons (born 6 November 1953) is a British journalist broadcaster and author. He began his career as a music journalist on the NME, writing about punk music. Later, he wrote for The Daily Telegraph, before going on to write his current column for the Daily Mirror. Parsons was for a time a regular guest on the BBC Two arts review programme The Late Show, and still appears infrequently on the successor Newsnight Review; he also briefly hosted a series on Channel 4 called Big Mouth.
He is the author of the multi-million selling novel, Man and Boy (1999). Parsons had written a number of novels including The Kids (1976), Platinum Logic (1981) and Limelight Blues (1983), before he found mainstream success by focussing on the tribulations of thirty-something men. Parsons has since published a series of best-selling novels – One For My Baby (2001), Man and Wife (2003), The Family Way (2004), Stories We Could Tell (2006), My Favourite Wife (2007), Starting Over (2009) and Men From the Boys (2010). His novels typically deal with relationship problems, emotional dramas and the traumas of men and women in our time. He describes his writing as 'Men Lit', as opposed to the rising popularity of 'Chick Lit'.
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Tony Parsons (born 6 November 1953) is a British journalist broadcaster and author. He began his career as a music journalist on the NME, writing about punk music. Later, he wrote for The Daily Telegraph, before going on to write his current column for the Daily Mirror. Parsons was for a time a regular guest on the BBC Two arts review programme The Late Show, and still appears infrequently on the successor Newsnight Review; he also briefly hosted a series on Channel 4 called Big Mouth.
He is the author of the multi-million selling novel, Man and Boy (1999). Parsons had written a number of novels including The Kids (1976), Platinum Logic (1981) and Limelight Blues (1983), before he found mainstream success by focussing on the tribulations of thirty-something men. Parsons has since published a series of best-selling novels – One For My Baby (2001), Man and Wife (2003), The Family Way (2004), Stories We Could Tell (2006), My Favourite Wife (2007), Starting Over (2009) and Men From the Boys (2010). His novels typically deal with relationship problems, emotional dramas and the traumas of men and women in our time. He describes his writing as 'Men Lit', as opposed to the rising popularity of 'Chick Lit'.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_Par...
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June 17, 2015
3.5
Nice and fast short story. Great read on a rainy day.
Nice and fast short story. Great read on a rainy day.
October 17, 2015
DC Max Wolfe witnesses a man getting killed and even though it isn't his case starts to investigate it to find out who is behind the murder and why?
I have Tony Parsons book The Murder Bag (The first Max Wolfe book) on my Ipad that I'm going to read soon. But I thought I would start with this short novella first and it was actually a very good way of getting to know Max Wolfe and his young daughter Scout. Reading short novellas as an intro for book series can be a very good idea, well as long as you can get into the story easily.
I enjoyed this short novella very much, the story was interesting and I really liked Max Wolfe and Scout. I'm looking forward to reading The Murder Bag as soon as I have time for it.
I received this copy from the publisher through Netgalley in return for an honest review!
I have Tony Parsons book The Murder Bag (The first Max Wolfe book) on my Ipad that I'm going to read soon. But I thought I would start with this short novella first and it was actually a very good way of getting to know Max Wolfe and his young daughter Scout. Reading short novellas as an intro for book series can be a very good idea, well as long as you can get into the story easily.
I enjoyed this short novella very much, the story was interesting and I really liked Max Wolfe and Scout. I'm looking forward to reading The Murder Bag as soon as I have time for it.
I received this copy from the publisher through Netgalley in return for an honest review!
July 8, 2015
I wish to thank Netgalley, the publisher, Random House, and the author, Tony Parsons for the ARC of ”Dead Time”, A DC Max Wolfe Short Story. This short story is set between his first book, “The Murder Bag,” and the second, “The Slaughter Man,” and is listed as 1.5. Having enjoyed reading his first book, I was eager to continue with the series.
The story is set over Christmas and Boxing Day, and we return to his apartment to catch up on Max and his family; his five year old daughter, “Scout” and their red spaniel, “Stan”.
One a.m. Boxing Day, as the snow is falling, DC Max Wolfe looks out his apartment window and sees two men dressed in black with ski-masks dragging a half dead man’s body from a van. Max and his family live over a meat market, in London. After checking on his daughter, Max Calls for backup, and heads downstairs, being the first responding officer on the scene. When Max went into the meat market, while waiting for backup, he was hit by a man impersonating a police officer. And he was not able to prevent a murder.
“Because they had not brought the man here merely to kill him, but also to mince him.”
Max Wolfe is now hunting a gang of killers who decapitate their victims.
Even though Max is not in charge of this investigation, but rather DCI Flashman of New Scotland Yard, he is like a dog with a bone. This killing happened in his neighbourhood…he must protect his daughter at all costs, so he continues to investigate the crime himself.
This is a short read, only fifty pages, but very enjoyable. I now move on to the last book in the series, “The Slaughter Man,” which I am looking forward to see what is in store for Max and his family next.
The story is set over Christmas and Boxing Day, and we return to his apartment to catch up on Max and his family; his five year old daughter, “Scout” and their red spaniel, “Stan”.
One a.m. Boxing Day, as the snow is falling, DC Max Wolfe looks out his apartment window and sees two men dressed in black with ski-masks dragging a half dead man’s body from a van. Max and his family live over a meat market, in London. After checking on his daughter, Max Calls for backup, and heads downstairs, being the first responding officer on the scene. When Max went into the meat market, while waiting for backup, he was hit by a man impersonating a police officer. And he was not able to prevent a murder.
“Because they had not brought the man here merely to kill him, but also to mince him.”
Max Wolfe is now hunting a gang of killers who decapitate their victims.
Even though Max is not in charge of this investigation, but rather DCI Flashman of New Scotland Yard, he is like a dog with a bone. This killing happened in his neighbourhood…he must protect his daughter at all costs, so he continues to investigate the crime himself.
This is a short read, only fifty pages, but very enjoyable. I now move on to the last book in the series, “The Slaughter Man,” which I am looking forward to see what is in store for Max and his family next.
February 15, 2017
This was a short story that fits in between The Murder Bag and The Slaughter Man. It was fast paced because of being so short but that didn't take away how good it was. this te murder is much closer to home for D.C. Wolfe and he goes on the hunt because he will do anything to protect his daughter.
May 14, 2016
A very good addition to the series and as it was available in German from amazon.com for a very good price I got it and have to say: this was a very good translation, it read fluently with the same great understated and quiet humor as the English books I read by this author. Yes I liked it a lot. It was just too short.
January 18, 2015
I read and reviewed Tony Parsons' first crime novel, The Murder Bag shortly after starting the blog. I enjoyed it, but know it was very much a Marmite book amongst my fellow bloggers, not helped by Parsons comments in this interview. I am still very much sucked in by a good cover and blurb, and love a short story so couldn't resist requesting this one on NetGalley and it took me not all that long to read. Short stories in the Kindle age tend to be nothing more than glorified adverts for an author's work, but this one actually works as short stories are meant to (and actually spoils The Murder Bag for those that haven't read it).
A chilling (literally on the day I read this, brr) opening makes this book perfect Winter reading, and the setting of the book, on Boxing Day makes it perfect for the crime that occurs in the first chapter of the book when our main character DC Max Wolfe just happens to look out of his window, which overlooks Smithfield meat market to see a gang of ski-masked man arrive with a bloodied body. A human body. Rather than wait for backup, perhaps showing his naivety as a DC, Wolfe decides to confront the men, let's just say that doesn't work out well for him... The man, a known drug dealer (and filthy rich) doesn't survive. The next morning Wolfe is warned that it isn't his investigation, and to get on with his Christmas. Hmm, he ignores that piece of advice. As always with a short story it's hard to talk any further than that, I enjoyed the book but, the biggest problem for me was guessing who was behind the murder of the drug dealer. It couldn't have been more obvious and this was a shame, the book lost all of its suspense and tension in what was otherwise a good read.
Parsons is clearly an author that carries out his research but I felt at times I was reading a school textbook rather than a crime novel when some of his characters went into far too much detail about things, and Wolfe as a narrator went on a bit too. As an example I don't need to know the ins and outs of a mincing machine, I can work out what it does and imagine what it looks like myself, the only thing missing was the make and model and it was the same with medical terminology, information overload. On the other side of things I felt some things were less detailed than I wanted them to be, as with The Murder Bag we once again get to see The Black Museum, but too briefly for my liking. With a short story I guess it's hard to get the balance right. At just 99p I guess there are worse things you could spend your money on. It also includes the obligatory preview of Tony's upcoming book, The Slaughter Man, which I have read and will be reviewing the week of release and the book ends where that book begins, which should ensure readers will be left wanting more.
3/5
A chilling (literally on the day I read this, brr) opening makes this book perfect Winter reading, and the setting of the book, on Boxing Day makes it perfect for the crime that occurs in the first chapter of the book when our main character DC Max Wolfe just happens to look out of his window, which overlooks Smithfield meat market to see a gang of ski-masked man arrive with a bloodied body. A human body. Rather than wait for backup, perhaps showing his naivety as a DC, Wolfe decides to confront the men, let's just say that doesn't work out well for him... The man, a known drug dealer (and filthy rich) doesn't survive. The next morning Wolfe is warned that it isn't his investigation, and to get on with his Christmas. Hmm, he ignores that piece of advice. As always with a short story it's hard to talk any further than that, I enjoyed the book but, the biggest problem for me was guessing who was behind the murder of the drug dealer. It couldn't have been more obvious and this was a shame, the book lost all of its suspense and tension in what was otherwise a good read.
Parsons is clearly an author that carries out his research but I felt at times I was reading a school textbook rather than a crime novel when some of his characters went into far too much detail about things, and Wolfe as a narrator went on a bit too. As an example I don't need to know the ins and outs of a mincing machine, I can work out what it does and imagine what it looks like myself, the only thing missing was the make and model and it was the same with medical terminology, information overload. On the other side of things I felt some things were less detailed than I wanted them to be, as with The Murder Bag we once again get to see The Black Museum, but too briefly for my liking. With a short story I guess it's hard to get the balance right. At just 99p I guess there are worse things you could spend your money on. It also includes the obligatory preview of Tony's upcoming book, The Slaughter Man, which I have read and will be reviewing the week of release and the book ends where that book begins, which should ensure readers will be left wanting more.
3/5
January 27, 2016
I really enjoyed this book! It definitely makes me more excited to read the next installment in the DC Max Wolfe series!
January 20, 2015
Although this is called a Max Wolfe short story, it is actually novella length. Set between the first book, “The Murder Bag,” and the second, “The Slaughter Man,” this could be classed as Max Wolfe 1.5. The story begins on Boxing Day, when Max is alone in his apartment with daughter, Scout, and their pet dog Stan. Something wakes Max from sleep and, after checking all is well with Scout, he is drawn to the window. Below, in Smithfield market, there is a black transit van and a man is being dragged from the back. Calling for backup, Max heads downstairs, but is unable to stop a macabre murder being carried out.
Although Max is most certainly not leading the investigation – that task goes to the delightfully named DCI Flashman of New Scotland Yard – this murder happened in his neighbourhood and he is not able to stop himself from becoming involved. The case leads Max from clubs filled with elderly mods and young exotic dancers, to martial arts experts and more tragedy, before the case is solved. The Max Wolfe books are becoming a must read series for me and, although this is a short read, it is very enjoyable. Once you have reached the end of this, there is a sneak preview of the latest novel, “The Slaughter Man,” which I have also been lucky enough to read and think it is the best yet in a series which is getting better with each book. Lastly, I received a copy of this book from the publisher, via NetGalley, for review.
Although Max is most certainly not leading the investigation – that task goes to the delightfully named DCI Flashman of New Scotland Yard – this murder happened in his neighbourhood and he is not able to stop himself from becoming involved. The case leads Max from clubs filled with elderly mods and young exotic dancers, to martial arts experts and more tragedy, before the case is solved. The Max Wolfe books are becoming a must read series for me and, although this is a short read, it is very enjoyable. Once you have reached the end of this, there is a sneak preview of the latest novel, “The Slaughter Man,” which I have also been lucky enough to read and think it is the best yet in a series which is getting better with each book. Lastly, I received a copy of this book from the publisher, via NetGalley, for review.
October 10, 2015
2.5 Stars
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There was a time in which I read a lot of detective novels. British and Scandinavian ones were always my favourite. For some reason I've digressed from them lately, but I'm planning on reading more of them again.
This short DC Max Wolfe story was a nice introduction to author Tony Parsons. I haven't read any of his other stories, but perhaps I should have. A lot happens in this story, and it was hard for me to keep track of all the persons I was still unfamiliar with and everything that was happening all at once. I completely understand that only so much can be told in about 60 pages, but some times, and also in this case, I think it should have been better if a bit fewer things happened, so there could have been a bit more detail.
However, the story was very interesting and I'm planning on reading other novels in this series. In my plan to pick up the detective genre again, this series will definitely be on my list. Even if only to see if a full length novel feels less rushed.
Dead Time is a short story in the DC Max Wolfe series. Other books in this series are The Murder Bag and The Slaughter Man.
Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for providing me with a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review!
Read all my reviews on http://urlphantomhive.booklikes.com
There was a time in which I read a lot of detective novels. British and Scandinavian ones were always my favourite. For some reason I've digressed from them lately, but I'm planning on reading more of them again.
This short DC Max Wolfe story was a nice introduction to author Tony Parsons. I haven't read any of his other stories, but perhaps I should have. A lot happens in this story, and it was hard for me to keep track of all the persons I was still unfamiliar with and everything that was happening all at once. I completely understand that only so much can be told in about 60 pages, but some times, and also in this case, I think it should have been better if a bit fewer things happened, so there could have been a bit more detail.
However, the story was very interesting and I'm planning on reading other novels in this series. In my plan to pick up the detective genre again, this series will definitely be on my list. Even if only to see if a full length novel feels less rushed.
Dead Time is a short story in the DC Max Wolfe series. Other books in this series are The Murder Bag and The Slaughter Man.
Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for providing me with a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review!
January 21, 2015
I read Parson's recent (and first) foray into crime fiction (The Murder Bag) in 2014. I enjoyed meeting DC Max Wolfe and his delightful daughter Scout, but felt the plot - as a police procedural - was a bit weak.
My thoughts on his new novella are much the same. Again I really liked the characterisation (though minimal given the lack of time / space) allocated to Max and his 5yr old, but I struggled a little with the detail of Max's investigation of the crime which occurred outside his apartment on Boxing Day.
At only 60ish pages, it's an easy and quick read, but it left me feeling a little underwhelmed. The plot had potential but covered a lot of ground in a very superficial manner.
I know that authors of major series often release novellas or short stories to keep the momentum or add some padding to their characters, but I'm not quite sure Parsons' Max Wolfe is ready for that yet as Dead Time didn't really build on anything from The Murder Bag, doing little to progress Max's / Scout's story.
However, the characters Parson has created interest me enough to give them another go when his next novel is released.
NB. Those who hadn't read its predecessor may have been a bit confused by the random phone call Scout receives at the end as it wasn't explained.
My thoughts on his new novella are much the same. Again I really liked the characterisation (though minimal given the lack of time / space) allocated to Max and his 5yr old, but I struggled a little with the detail of Max's investigation of the crime which occurred outside his apartment on Boxing Day.
At only 60ish pages, it's an easy and quick read, but it left me feeling a little underwhelmed. The plot had potential but covered a lot of ground in a very superficial manner.
I know that authors of major series often release novellas or short stories to keep the momentum or add some padding to their characters, but I'm not quite sure Parsons' Max Wolfe is ready for that yet as Dead Time didn't really build on anything from The Murder Bag, doing little to progress Max's / Scout's story.
However, the characters Parson has created interest me enough to give them another go when his next novel is released.
NB. Those who hadn't read its predecessor may have been a bit confused by the random phone call Scout receives at the end as it wasn't explained.
December 5, 2019
Too short
I found the story very short, and seems to be changing direction with no rhyme or reason. The premise is worthy of the short story/ novella format but there are too many loose ends.
I found the story very short, and seems to be changing direction with no rhyme or reason. The premise is worthy of the short story/ novella format but there are too many loose ends.
September 3, 2018
Αν και μικρή σε έκταση, η νουβέλα αυτή έχει το ν��ύρο και την ένταση που απαιτεί ένα βιβλίο του είδους του και διατηρεί αμείωτο το ενδιαφέρον του αναγνώστη, κρατώντας τον, παράλληλα, σε εγρήγορση.
October 6, 2020
3.5. A short but sweet read. Fast paced, thrilling and as compelling as the previous Wolfe works. But due to the short novella style it didn’t get the full 4 stars as I didn’t have as much to sink my teeth into.
March 25, 2017
Suviše predvidivo, očekivala sam mnogo više.
April 14, 2017
excellent short story
January 20, 2019
There is something very addictive about Tony Parson’s stories about Max Wolfe. I love the characters and have now read all short stories and novels of this series. So well described that you are with all the characters in the various settings. Roll on new novel coming out in March!
January 28, 2015
Having read The Murder Bag I was keen to get an advanced copy of Dead Time and catch up with DC Max Wolfe.
Dead Time refers to a few situations in this enjoyable short story but perhaps mostly to the period between Christmas and the New Year.
Max is enjoying time at home with his family when his sleep is disturbed early on Boxing Day as snow begins to fall on London.
He witnesses a gang land style killing right opposite his house which he is unable to prevent and which he determines he will investigate even though it isn't strictly his case.
The writing is in the first person full of humour and passion towards those around him from family, colleagues and some people he meets in the course of his enquiries. Parsons writing is fresh and compelling, fully taking you into this world of drug dealing and underworld killings and never really allowing you to take a breath.
Wolfe is determined cop, not able to be directed or controlled by his seniors but respected for his persistence in cracking open a case that may not be as obvious as seen at first sight. I find the prose and writing style adds to the action and the pace of the story and the narrator Wolfe is a credible voice, not egocentric but open to his errors and a full range of emotions. This brings all the characters into clear focus and in Wolfe, Parsons has created a protagonist most crime fiction fans will identify with and want to read about some more.
Indeed the copy I received contained the first chapter to the next complete book in this expanding series and it bodes well for the future. It is hoped that Tony Parsons enjoys writing these books for as long fans like me remain keen to learn more about this wonderful world he has created about a MIT team in London.
Dead Time refers to a few situations in this enjoyable short story but perhaps mostly to the period between Christmas and the New Year.
Max is enjoying time at home with his family when his sleep is disturbed early on Boxing Day as snow begins to fall on London.
He witnesses a gang land style killing right opposite his house which he is unable to prevent and which he determines he will investigate even though it isn't strictly his case.
The writing is in the first person full of humour and passion towards those around him from family, colleagues and some people he meets in the course of his enquiries. Parsons writing is fresh and compelling, fully taking you into this world of drug dealing and underworld killings and never really allowing you to take a breath.
Wolfe is determined cop, not able to be directed or controlled by his seniors but respected for his persistence in cracking open a case that may not be as obvious as seen at first sight. I find the prose and writing style adds to the action and the pace of the story and the narrator Wolfe is a credible voice, not egocentric but open to his errors and a full range of emotions. This brings all the characters into clear focus and in Wolfe, Parsons has created a protagonist most crime fiction fans will identify with and want to read about some more.
Indeed the copy I received contained the first chapter to the next complete book in this expanding series and it bodes well for the future. It is hoped that Tony Parsons enjoys writing these books for as long fans like me remain keen to learn more about this wonderful world he has created about a MIT team in London.
February 3, 2015
Dead Time is a short story featuring DC Max Wolfe. Max as I understand it is the main character in the Book The Murder Bag which is in my to read pile! I wasn't sure if this was a stand alone or connected to The Murder Bag so took a chance and read it to get a feel for Tony Parson's writing style.
I really enjoyed this short story. It starts on Boxing Day when Max is in his flat with his sleeping son. Out the window he spots what appears to be a man being dragged into the market area. Being a Detective Max can't help but go out and investigate. What he doesn't realise is that this isn't a one off, and gets dragged into an investigation that runs alot deeper.
Short stories can often leave me a bit flat as they are, as in their description, short stories, and often don't have time to develop a storyline. Dead Time however was different and whilst short still packed a punch. It is full of action and hunting down the bad guys. T also comes to a climax at a steady pace, and I loved the ending which is open for the next book.
I am looking forward to reading The Murder Bag as I clicked with the main character DC Max Wolfe. A family man who also is an astute Detective I imagine he will be involved in some gritty storylines. He has depth to his character and if Dead Time is anything to go by, he is a thinking detective that I love.
Tony Parson is a skilful author who has written a great short story with action, affection, grit and excitement.
Thank you to Cornerstone who provided a copy in return for an honest review.
I really enjoyed this short story. It starts on Boxing Day when Max is in his flat with his sleeping son. Out the window he spots what appears to be a man being dragged into the market area. Being a Detective Max can't help but go out and investigate. What he doesn't realise is that this isn't a one off, and gets dragged into an investigation that runs alot deeper.
Short stories can often leave me a bit flat as they are, as in their description, short stories, and often don't have time to develop a storyline. Dead Time however was different and whilst short still packed a punch. It is full of action and hunting down the bad guys. T also comes to a climax at a steady pace, and I loved the ending which is open for the next book.
I am looking forward to reading The Murder Bag as I clicked with the main character DC Max Wolfe. A family man who also is an astute Detective I imagine he will be involved in some gritty storylines. He has depth to his character and if Dead Time is anything to go by, he is a thinking detective that I love.
Tony Parson is a skilful author who has written a great short story with action, affection, grit and excitement.
Thank you to Cornerstone who provided a copy in return for an honest review.
September 1, 2016
The murder case was a bit predictable but the pace was good, the story still interesting (and bloody enough :D) and the narrator earned the fourth star.
August 15, 2018
Tony Parsons (2015) DEAD TIME
eBook published by Cornerstone Digital
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 out of 5 stars
Amazon.com write, “Not DC Max Wolfe. He is looking out of his loft apartment at the deserted streets below. A van has just drawn up. Two men get out. Dressed in black and wearing ski-masks, they are dragging something. It’s a man. Half-naked. Half-dead. But still alive. Not for much longer. Soon Max Wolfe is hunting a gang of killers who decapitate their victims. And this time it’s personal …”
In terms of chronology, this short story takes place after “The Murder Bag” and before “The Slaughter Man”... Just in case anyone is wondering…
The Tony Parsons fan in me has noticed some Parsons signitures in his book: 1) DC Wolfe and his leather jacket (yum); 2) DC Wolfe gets an absolute pasting/all but nearly beaten to death; 3) DC Wolfe and his daughter, Scout always happen upon a new (usually stray) dog which they take in temporarily; 4) Their dog, Stan always has a riot with the new dog; and 5) Some senior officer always has to go toe-to-toe with DC Wolfe over the case - the latter being the one who actually solves it all of course.
#TonyParsons #DeadTime #TonyParsonsDeadTime #DCMaxWolfe #eBook #Kindle
Tony Parsons (2015) DEAD TIME
eBook published by Cornerstone Digital
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 out of 5 stars
Amazon.com write, “Not DC Max Wolfe. He is looking out of his loft apartment at the deserted streets below. A van has just drawn up. Two men get out. Dressed in black and wearing ski-masks, they are dragging something. It’s a man. Half-naked. Half-dead. But still alive. Not for much longer. Soon Max Wolfe is hunting a gang of killers who decapitate their victims. And this time it’s personal …”
In terms of chronology, this short story takes place after “The Murder Bag” and before “The Slaughter Man”... Just in case anyone is wondering…
The Tony Parsons fan in me has noticed some Parsons signitures in his book: 1) DC Wolfe and his leather jacket (yum); 2) DC Wolfe gets an absolute pasting/all but nearly beaten to death; 3) DC Wolfe and his daughter, Scout always happen upon a new (usually stray) dog which they take in temporarily; 4) Their dog, Stan always has a riot with the new dog; and 5) Some senior officer always has to go toe-to-toe with DC Wolfe over the case - the latter being the one who actually solves it all of course.
#TonyParsons #DeadTime #TonyParsonsDeadTime #DCMaxWolfe #eBook #Kindle
Tony Parsons (2015) DEAD TIME
eBook published by Cornerstone Digital
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 out of 5 stars
Amazon.com write, “Not DC Max Wolfe. He is looking out of his loft apartment at the deserted streets below. A van has just drawn up. Two men get out. Dressed in black and wearing ski-masks, they are dragging something. It’s a man. Half-naked. Half-dead. But still alive. Not for much longer. Soon Max Wolfe is hunting a gang of killers who decapitate their victims. And this time it’s personal …”
In terms of chronology, this short story takes place after “The Murder Bag” and before “The Slaughter Man”... Just in case anyone is wondering…
The Tony Parsons fan in me has noticed some Parsons signitures in his book: 1) DC Wolfe and his leather jacket (yum); 2) DC Wolfe gets an absolute pasting/all but nearly beaten to death; 3) DC Wolfe and his daughter, Scout always happen upon a new (usually stray) dog which they take in temporarily; 4) Their dog, Stan always has a riot with the new dog; and 5) Some senior officer always has to go toe-to-toe with DC Wolfe over the case - the latter being the one who actually solves it all of course.
#TonyParsons #DeadTime #TonyParsonsDeadTime #DCMaxWolfe #eBook #Kindle
eBook published by Cornerstone Digital
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 out of 5 stars
Amazon.com write, “Not DC Max Wolfe. He is looking out of his loft apartment at the deserted streets below. A van has just drawn up. Two men get out. Dressed in black and wearing ski-masks, they are dragging something. It’s a man. Half-naked. Half-dead. But still alive. Not for much longer. Soon Max Wolfe is hunting a gang of killers who decapitate their victims. And this time it’s personal …”
In terms of chronology, this short story takes place after “The Murder Bag” and before “The Slaughter Man”... Just in case anyone is wondering…
The Tony Parsons fan in me has noticed some Parsons signitures in his book: 1) DC Wolfe and his leather jacket (yum); 2) DC Wolfe gets an absolute pasting/all but nearly beaten to death; 3) DC Wolfe and his daughter, Scout always happen upon a new (usually stray) dog which they take in temporarily; 4) Their dog, Stan always has a riot with the new dog; and 5) Some senior officer always has to go toe-to-toe with DC Wolfe over the case - the latter being the one who actually solves it all of course.
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Tony Parsons (2015) DEAD TIME
eBook published by Cornerstone Digital
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 out of 5 stars
Amazon.com write, “Not DC Max Wolfe. He is looking out of his loft apartment at the deserted streets below. A van has just drawn up. Two men get out. Dressed in black and wearing ski-masks, they are dragging something. It’s a man. Half-naked. Half-dead. But still alive. Not for much longer. Soon Max Wolfe is hunting a gang of killers who decapitate their victims. And this time it’s personal …”
In terms of chronology, this short story takes place after “The Murder Bag” and before “The Slaughter Man”... Just in case anyone is wondering…
The Tony Parsons fan in me has noticed some Parsons signitures in his book: 1) DC Wolfe and his leather jacket (yum); 2) DC Wolfe gets an absolute pasting/all but nearly beaten to death; 3) DC Wolfe and his daughter, Scout always happen upon a new (usually stray) dog which they take in temporarily; 4) Their dog, Stan always has a riot with the new dog; and 5) Some senior officer always has to go toe-to-toe with DC Wolfe over the case - the latter being the one who actually solves it all of course.
#TonyParsons #DeadTime #TonyParsonsDeadTime #DCMaxWolfe #eBook #Kindle
Tony Parsons (2015) DEAD TIME
eBook published by Cornerstone Digital
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 out of 5 stars
Amazon.com write, “Not DC Max Wolfe. He is looking out of his loft apartment at the deserted streets below. A van has just drawn up. Two men get out. Dressed in black and wearing ski-masks, they are dragging something. It’s a man. Half-naked. Half-dead. But still alive. Not for much longer. Soon Max Wolfe is hunting a gang of killers who decapitate their victims. And this time it’s personal …”
In terms of chronology, this short story takes place after “The Murder Bag” and before “The Slaughter Man”... Just in case anyone is wondering…
The Tony Parsons fan in me has noticed some Parsons signitures in his book: 1) DC Wolfe and his leather jacket (yum); 2) DC Wolfe gets an absolute pasting/all but nearly beaten to death; 3) DC Wolfe and his daughter, Scout always happen upon a new (usually stray) dog which they take in temporarily; 4) Their dog, Stan always has a riot with the new dog; and 5) Some senior officer always has to go toe-to-toe with DC Wolfe over the case - the latter being the one who actually solves it all of course.
#TonyParsons #DeadTime #TonyParsonsDeadTime #DCMaxWolfe #eBook #Kindle
November 5, 2024
DEAD TIME
WOW !! I love a novella and this one was just sensational !!
At only 76 pages (kindle edition) of course I finished this in one day.
The book #1,5 from the Max Wolfe series, this one follows on nicely from book #1 giving you more of an insight into DC Max Wolfe his daughter Scout and the team. And I feel will slot in nicely with the full length second book of this series.
Still fast paced, and full of twists even though it was much shorter, you are not left wanting… apart from the natural want of a continuing series.
So I can’t wait to start the next one in this remarkable series.
#DeadTime #author #TonyParsons #crimefiction #MaxWolfeSeries #book1.5 #shortstory #novella #Kindle
WOW !! I love a novella and this one was just sensational !!
At only 76 pages (kindle edition) of course I finished this in one day.
The book #1,5 from the Max Wolfe series, this one follows on nicely from book #1 giving you more of an insight into DC Max Wolfe his daughter Scout and the team. And I feel will slot in nicely with the full length second book of this series.
Still fast paced, and full of twists even though it was much shorter, you are not left wanting… apart from the natural want of a continuing series.
So I can’t wait to start the next one in this remarkable series.
#DeadTime #author #TonyParsons #crimefiction #MaxWolfeSeries #book1.5 #shortstory #novella #Kindle
November 3, 2025
Family Values
Really enjoyed this story except for one thing and that was it just wasn’t long enough but as it sadly says on the cover it is only a short story but one worth reading.
The thing I also found interesting is that to me Tony has put some hidden meanings into this story (whether that be deliberate or not only Tony knows) which is true in real life and not just the pages of a book and they are, other than most obviously crime doesn’t pay, even though you may think it does but he also puts over the fact, that to some people in this world, human life has so little value, when really it’s the most precious thing in the world except for one other thing and that can’t be beaten and that is, our love for each other, especially ones family and friends.
Really enjoyed this story except for one thing and that was it just wasn’t long enough but as it sadly says on the cover it is only a short story but one worth reading.
The thing I also found interesting is that to me Tony has put some hidden meanings into this story (whether that be deliberate or not only Tony knows) which is true in real life and not just the pages of a book and they are, other than most obviously crime doesn’t pay, even though you may think it does but he also puts over the fact, that to some people in this world, human life has so little value, when really it’s the most precious thing in the world except for one other thing and that can’t be beaten and that is, our love for each other, especially ones family and friends.
August 30, 2017
Thank you to the publisher and netgalley for allowing me to read this short story in exchange for an honest review.
Although I usually find short stories too truncated to arouse my interest I was pleased to find myself enjoying this almost as much as the longer novels by Tony Parsons. This time Max Wolfe becomes involved in a murder investigation because it happens virtually on his doorstep and he will go to almost any lengths to protect his five year old daughter, Scout, even if his team are not the detectives assigned to the case.
I would happily recommend this to those who enjoy detective/police procedural/ thriller books.
Although I usually find short stories too truncated to arouse my interest I was pleased to find myself enjoying this almost as much as the longer novels by Tony Parsons. This time Max Wolfe becomes involved in a murder investigation because it happens virtually on his doorstep and he will go to almost any lengths to protect his five year old daughter, Scout, even if his team are not the detectives assigned to the case.
I would happily recommend this to those who enjoy detective/police procedural/ thriller books.
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April 22, 2024This comes between the first and second full books - hence ‘1.5’ get it! Actually I think it comes exactly between The Murder Bag and Slaughterman, providing a complete narrative, although I’ve not read them in order. Aside from the media (my preference for analogue books), I enjoyed this; all the plotting, the gritty crimes, exotic means of killing, the investigation, and satisfying conclusion, but in a 90 minutes-ish package :) Spoiler: the bad ‘guys’ are a cheated wife and her Thai maid-accomplice, doing their bit for female equality!
April 29, 2018
I do love the Max Wolfe books. The stories hold your interest and are very well written. Love the characters, especially Scout. Please always stay on the right side of keeping Scout safe (and Stan). I nearly didn't read these as not a fan of Parsons other books but I would have missed out on some cracking reads. Very enjoyable
July 20, 2021
Max Wolfe shorts
I’m not one for short stories but I’m so hungry for more of Max that I had a go. Well, for me, it had all the short-comings of a short story; no room to develop a complex plot or build the characters further. Nevertheless, I enjoyed it and will definitely try the other short story in the series.
I’m not one for short stories but I’m so hungry for more of Max that I had a go. Well, for me, it had all the short-comings of a short story; no room to develop a complex plot or build the characters further. Nevertheless, I enjoyed it and will definitely try the other short story in the series.
May 8, 2019
Another Short Story
DC Max Wolfe daughter Scout dog Stan return in a Xmas special. A drug dealer is beheaded in the market behind where Max lives fast moving and some gruesome scenes appear before they catch the suspects.
DC Max Wolfe daughter Scout dog Stan return in a Xmas special. A drug dealer is beheaded in the market behind where Max lives fast moving and some gruesome scenes appear before they catch the suspects.
January 7, 2022
A nugget of Max Wolfe
This 70 page quick peak into the life of DC Max Wolfe will leave you craving more. You have his work, his home life and a cliffhanger. What more could you want?
This 70 page quick peak into the life of DC Max Wolfe will leave you craving more. You have his work, his home life and a cliffhanger. What more could you want?
May 10, 2017
Very limited in its content.
January 31, 2019
I love Tony Parsons, and I'm rather fond of Max Wolfe, but this wasn't the most interesting he's written.
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