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Detective Alec Ramsay
The Detective Alec Ramsay Series: 7 thrillers NOT for the squeamish!
All seven Detective Alec Ramsay novels in one unputdownable boxset with over 3000 5-star reviews.
2206 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 8, 2016
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About the author
Conrad Jones
128 books399 followersConrad Jones is a best-selling thriller writer with 30 thriller novels.
The Anglesey Murders 10 books
The Soft Target Series 6 books
The Detective Alec Ramsay Series 6 books
The Inspector Braddick Series 4 books
The Journey Series 3 books
Cuckoos on the Mersey
18 of his books are available in audio and his novels have been translated into six languages.
He is always keen to talk to readers and writers alike, jonesconrad5@aol.com
FaceBook Conrad Jones Author
Twitter @ConradJones
The Anglesey Murders 10 books
The Soft Target Series 6 books
The Detective Alec Ramsay Series 6 books
The Inspector Braddick Series 4 books
The Journey Series 3 books
Cuckoos on the Mersey
18 of his books are available in audio and his novels have been translated into six languages.
He is always keen to talk to readers and writers alike, jonesconrad5@aol.com
FaceBook Conrad Jones Author
Twitter @ConradJones
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November 17, 2019
Finished the series and hope for more.
Excellent series of books, I got lost in every one of them. I’d not heard of the author but I’ve been taking a punt on Unknown’s as I have kindle unlimited.
I don’t wish to spoil any of the plots so I won’t give much away. But you do get involved in the characters and how their lives too and fro.
I will be waiting for the next although I do think this is the conclusion to the Ramsey series.
Conrad, if you do read the reviews, well done for keeping me entertained and I wish you all the best for the future.
I will continue to buy your books now I am following you.
Thank you
Steve T
Excellent series of books, I got lost in every one of them. I’d not heard of the author but I’ve been taking a punt on Unknown’s as I have kindle unlimited.
I don’t wish to spoil any of the plots so I won’t give much away. But you do get involved in the characters and how their lives too and fro.
I will be waiting for the next although I do think this is the conclusion to the Ramsey series.
Conrad, if you do read the reviews, well done for keeping me entertained and I wish you all the best for the future.
I will continue to buy your books now I am following you.
Thank you
Steve T
May 27, 2021
These books are the cause of me losing sleep. Once you start reading them you can't put them down. Very graphic in parts and not for the faint hearted. The Child Taker had my full attention as I live in the area where the story is situated! It's so descriptive I knew exactly where the storyline took me.
Looking forward to reading more stories from C Jones. Be prepared to lose sleep and wake up with a 'I read past my bedtime' headache. These books have it all. Murder mayhem Bent coppers Drug cartels and some dark humour in parts
Looking forward to reading more stories from C Jones. Be prepared to lose sleep and wake up with a 'I read past my bedtime' headache. These books have it all. Murder mayhem Bent coppers Drug cartels and some dark humour in parts
September 28, 2021
Enjoyed this...
Not my normal genre of reading I normally read horror but decided to download this boxset and I’m glad I did.
The main characters are strong and enough detail is given about them to form an understanding of them without going into to much detail that becomes boring but enough that you get to know them, the stories followed on from each other seamlessly and the crimes and the subsequent investigations were well written about, left you wanting more and kept you turning the pages.
I will defiantly be reading more work from this author in the future.
Not my normal genre of reading I normally read horror but decided to download this boxset and I’m glad I did.
The main characters are strong and enough detail is given about them to form an understanding of them without going into to much detail that becomes boring but enough that you get to know them, the stories followed on from each other seamlessly and the crimes and the subsequent investigations were well written about, left you wanting more and kept you turning the pages.
I will defiantly be reading more work from this author in the future.
March 27, 2022
Fantastic. Well written and the storyline has followed through all the books.
What a great box set. The story followed the same detectives through all the books. You got an insight into the work and private lives of the main characters. We got to know the villains and what they did. It got more and more violent as the book progresses to the East Europeans and Russians. The twists and turns throughout were mainly unexpected and the whole set was boldly written. Great for lovers of crime novels.
What a great box set. The story followed the same detectives through all the books. You got an insight into the work and private lives of the main characters. We got to know the villains and what they did. It got more and more violent as the book progresses to the East Europeans and Russians. The twists and turns throughout were mainly unexpected and the whole set was boldly written. Great for lovers of crime novels.
December 28, 2020
A magnificent series.
If you like gritty cop stories then this has it all. Strong characters that develop through the series, good descriptions of the area, and it really shows the soft underbelly of a City that could just be true. I finished it with some regret that it was over, but was delighted to see that there's a follow on series. I shall definitely read that. The research that must have gone into writing these books is impressive. Thank you Conrad Jones.
If you like gritty cop stories then this has it all. Strong characters that develop through the series, good descriptions of the area, and it really shows the soft underbelly of a City that could just be true. I finished it with some regret that it was over, but was delighted to see that there's a follow on series. I shall definitely read that. The research that must have gone into writing these books is impressive. Thank you Conrad Jones.
September 13, 2021
Great series
I really enjoyed this set. Being set in the UK makes it relatable and the author describes the areas so well that you can see them in your minds eye. The characters build over the series as you learn more about them. The books are very graphic and the description of how the bodies on the beach died in one of the books is haunting but being able to provoke a reaction in your readers is the sign of a great author. Looking forward to reading the next series.
I really enjoyed this set. Being set in the UK makes it relatable and the author describes the areas so well that you can see them in your minds eye. The characters build over the series as you learn more about them. The books are very graphic and the description of how the bodies on the beach died in one of the books is haunting but being able to provoke a reaction in your readers is the sign of a great author. Looking forward to reading the next series.
August 11, 2023
Not my style - very long passages about how someone was reacting emotionally to a situation. Somewhat predictable situations in book after book - usually a female police officer gets maimed or killed in some manner. At times hard to keep up with who is who as you may leave a character and then come back a few chapters later. If you have put the book down for awhile and you are old like me you have to go back and see who that character is.
February 20, 2020
Brilliant!
This series of books about the M.I.T is absolutely fantastic. Great characters and fantastic plots. Being from Liverpool it was great as I knew the vast majority of places the books were set in. Have now purchased the other two box sets by this author so more happy reading ahead.
This series of books about the M.I.T is absolutely fantastic. Great characters and fantastic plots. Being from Liverpool it was great as I knew the vast majority of places the books were set in. Have now purchased the other two box sets by this author so more happy reading ahead.
August 3, 2020
fantastic gripping read
Would recommend this series to anyone who likes to read a gripping thriller with many twists and turns. Just as soon as you think you have it all figured out, you don't. What an absolutely amazing read. Not read anything as good since Patricia Cornwell scarpetta series.
Would recommend this series to anyone who likes to read a gripping thriller with many twists and turns. Just as soon as you think you have it all figured out, you don't. What an absolutely amazing read. Not read anything as good since Patricia Cornwell scarpetta series.
January 11, 2023
A truly fantastic series of books , great original story lines and characters . The tension that is created by the author is some of the best I have read , and I have read all the best Connelly Patterson Grisham ect . These books are up there believe me . You can’t go wrong and for a tenth of the price of he authors I mentioned above . You will not be disappointed .
October 14, 2017
Really goood
I have really enjoyed this series of books. The proof reading needs improving but does not retract from the stories. Good characters and plots. Not for the faint hearted as can be a bit gruesome in places. It is as the title suggests unputdownable
I have really enjoyed this series of books. The proof reading needs improving but does not retract from the stories. Good characters and plots. Not for the faint hearted as can be a bit gruesome in places. It is as the title suggests unputdownable
September 3, 2019
Absolutely fabulous reading, thoroughly enjoyed every book in the series. The characters were great and it was interesting finding out how the relationships develop within the team. The stories are just unputdownable
April 20, 2021
Outstanding
Absolutely love this author. The pace of his books is immense. Never read so many so quick. Don’t get to attached to the characters though. Not like other books I have read this author is not afraid to kill people off and detail is fantastic.
Absolutely love this author. The pace of his books is immense. Never read so many so quick. Don’t get to attached to the characters though. Not like other books I have read this author is not afraid to kill people off and detail is fantastic.
August 26, 2021
Enjoyable series
I would have given this series 5 sars but, although the storylines were superbly written and full of twists and turns , I had to skip a lot of the violent passages. Recommended reading for strong stomachs.
I would have given this series 5 sars but, although the storylines were superbly written and full of twists and turns , I had to skip a lot of the violent passages. Recommended reading for strong stomachs.
October 15, 2021
Absolute Must-read
I recommend this series completely! The story lines and characters are brilliant and I couldn't put it down. Looking for ward to reading more of this author's work. Thankyou Conrad 😊
I recommend this series completely! The story lines and characters are brilliant and I couldn't put it down. Looking for ward to reading more of this author's work. Thankyou Conrad 😊
June 17, 2022
Good stories
Many of these have twists in the tale such that, just as you think it is coming to an end, it starts again on a different tack. Although Alex Ramsey is the DS, it is really about Him Stifling and Annie Jones.
Many of these have twists in the tale such that, just as you think it is coming to an end, it starts again on a different tack. Although Alex Ramsey is the DS, it is really about Him Stifling and Annie Jones.
June 4, 2023
A. Great series to read
I loved reading your books. You kept my attention at every turn of the page, and it helped that there weren't so many errors in this dramatic series that it took away from where you wanted the reader to go.
I loved reading your books. You kept my attention at every turn of the page, and it helped that there weren't so many errors in this dramatic series that it took away from where you wanted the reader to go.
November 21, 2018
This series was awesome.... had me reading late into the night on the edge of my seat. Couldn't get enough!
January 26, 2019
On the edge stuff
Couldn't put down and even cried a little for a brutal book waiting for the next one to come out
Couldn't put down and even cried a little for a brutal book waiting for the next one to come out
February 16, 2019
Great page turner
Couldn't put this down
Loved how easy it was to follow the stories of the personal lives too. Can't wait for the next book
Couldn't put this down
Loved how easy it was to follow the stories of the personal lives too. Can't wait for the next book
July 29, 2019
A roller-coaster of a story
I have read this series twice and both times I have been gripped and eager to reach the finale. Wow!
I have read this series twice and both times I have been gripped and eager to reach the finale. Wow!
August 22, 2020
Not for the squeamish!
Good fast paced read. Thoroughly enjoyed reading the whole series, although I wouldn’t recommend if you’re not keen on violence.
Good fast paced read. Thoroughly enjoyed reading the whole series, although I wouldn’t recommend if you’re not keen on violence.
September 9, 2020
Fantastic books. Enthralled all the way through. If your looking for good detective books to read you won’t go wrong here.
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February 22, 2021Very suspenseful
Very good books with terrific characters. I had a hard time putting this collection down. A tad bit violent and creepy at times, but really like this author.
Very good books with terrific characters. I had a hard time putting this collection down. A tad bit violent and creepy at times, but really like this author.
March 10, 2021
A very good series, really enjoyed reading.
July 17, 2021
A must read
I couldn’t put these books down, there’s a lot of blood and gore, so be warned, I’m going onto the next series now!
I couldn’t put these books down, there’s a lot of blood and gore, so be warned, I’m going onto the next series now!
August 26, 2021
A great read
These stories were a great read . Well written and told in away that they could be the events. Great
These stories were a great read . Well written and told in away that they could be the events. Great
October 10, 2021
Shame
Shame about the bad grammar, shame about the bad spelling, shame about the main detective being promoted and effectively van is Hong co have been much better
Shame about the bad grammar, shame about the bad spelling, shame about the main detective being promoted and effectively van is Hong co have been much better
January 2, 2022
Detective Alex Ramsay
Very disappointed. The stories got more and more complicated. Too many deaths, too graphically described - almost ghoulish. Hard work to get through
Very disappointed. The stories got more and more complicated. Too many deaths, too graphically described - almost ghoulish. Hard work to get through
January 23, 2022
A very good series of books. I enjoyed every page and couldn't read it fast enough.
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