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Dividing Line #10
Darkness
Two years after Dividing Line #9.
For the first time in his life, Ryan Law is afraid. His adored wife Rachel is giving him the cold-shoulder and he has no idea why, making him fear that his marriage may be over. On top of that the local police are aware of the fact that he and Rachel - along with their old friends Battler and Bruiser - are the local vigilantes responsible for punishing those who terrorise their neighbourhood and they are starting to feel the pressure.
Life in Manchester is as hectic as ever for the Laws and Maguires. Family tensions are rising and grudges being formed. However Jules, for the first time in her traumatic life, is blissfully happy with her husband Jackson and her daughter Cara. Yet a shadow looms on the horizon in the form of Jared Slattery - Cara's biological father and an enemy of the Laws and Maguires. He's decided it's time his little girl came home to daddy and he's going to leave carnage in his wake.
Contains strong language and scenes of sex, torture and violence.
This book is part of a series and not a stand-alone novel.
For the first time in his life, Ryan Law is afraid. His adored wife Rachel is giving him the cold-shoulder and he has no idea why, making him fear that his marriage may be over. On top of that the local police are aware of the fact that he and Rachel - along with their old friends Battler and Bruiser - are the local vigilantes responsible for punishing those who terrorise their neighbourhood and they are starting to feel the pressure.
Life in Manchester is as hectic as ever for the Laws and Maguires. Family tensions are rising and grudges being formed. However Jules, for the first time in her traumatic life, is blissfully happy with her husband Jackson and her daughter Cara. Yet a shadow looms on the horizon in the form of Jared Slattery - Cara's biological father and an enemy of the Laws and Maguires. He's decided it's time his little girl came home to daddy and he's going to leave carnage in his wake.
Contains strong language and scenes of sex, torture and violence.
This book is part of a series and not a stand-alone novel.
472 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 20, 2017
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Heather Atkinson
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Author of over seventy books so far. Living on the beautiful west coast of Scotland with my husband, twin daughters and a cat called Mavis, although I am originally from Lancashire in the north of England.
My tastes in all things are eclectic, which extends to my writing. Although I primarily write crime books - especially gangland thrillers - I also write gothic historical romance and fantasy. I publish on Amazon Kindle and some of my novels are available in paperback too. I also have a traditional publishing contract with Boldwood Books.
When I'm not writing - which isn't very often - I enjoy reading Daphne Du Maurier, Edgar Allan Poe, Shirley Jackson, MR James and the Brontes, among many others. I also enjoy swimming, walking and spending time with my family.
**MY NEXT SELF PUBLISHED BOOK, DEADLY GAMES (BLAGGER'S CODE SERIES #6) WILL BE RELEASED ON 29TH SEPTEMBER 2024 ONLY ON AMAZON KINDLE**
Author of over seventy books so far. Living on the beautiful west coast of Scotland with my husband, twin daughters and a cat called Mavis, although I am originally from Lancashire in the north of England.
My tastes in all things are eclectic, which extends to my writing. Although I primarily write crime books - especially gangland thrillers - I also write gothic historical romance and fantasy. I publish on Amazon Kindle and some of my novels are available in paperback too. I also have a traditional publishing contract with Boldwood Books.
When I'm not writing - which isn't very often - I enjoy reading Daphne Du Maurier, Edgar Allan Poe, Shirley Jackson, MR James and the Brontes, among many others. I also enjoy swimming, walking and spending time with my family.
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February 22, 2017
Couldnt put this one down !
So love this series, I was a little sceptical reading this one after seeing some not so good reviews, but I was not disappointed in the slightest. Love all these characters, they feel so real to me, almost family ! Another on the edge story with a couple of twists, but I have a feeling that maybe number 11 will be the last one, just surmising, who knows ? Good work Heather.
So love this series, I was a little sceptical reading this one after seeing some not so good reviews, but I was not disappointed in the slightest. Love all these characters, they feel so real to me, almost family ! Another on the edge story with a couple of twists, but I have a feeling that maybe number 11 will be the last one, just surmising, who knows ? Good work Heather.
February 14, 2017
Darkness
Well Heather Atkinson at her best,keeping up the great storyline of Rachael and Ryan Law,great book couldn't put it down roll on the next chapter of (Dividing Line )
Well Heather Atkinson at her best,keeping up the great storyline of Rachael and Ryan Law,great book couldn't put it down roll on the next chapter of (Dividing Line )
May 9, 2017
Just keeps getting better!
This has got to be my favourite crime series. Book 10, and it just keeps getting better.
I originally read books 1-9 back to back and when I found Darkness had been released I couldn't wait to get stuck in. There is just something about the characters, they may be mad and bad but I can't help liking them.
Can't wait for book 11, as always there's a nail breaking cliff hanger at the end and so many strands of the story that need answering ggggrrr.
This book is Bad Ass! Loved it x
This has got to be my favourite crime series. Book 10, and it just keeps getting better.
I originally read books 1-9 back to back and when I found Darkness had been released I couldn't wait to get stuck in. There is just something about the characters, they may be mad and bad but I can't help liking them.
Can't wait for book 11, as always there's a nail breaking cliff hanger at the end and so many strands of the story that need answering ggggrrr.
This book is Bad Ass! Loved it x
January 7, 2020
Another hit
Once again we have the gangsters at war and it's brutal. The Maguire, the Laws, the Slatteries and more take to the streets to defend and fight for what they own. This has happened in previous books but the way the author gets you engaging with them you can't help but route for them and are happy if they don't get killed. I for one really enjoyed it and I'm going to get the next one now.
Once again we have the gangsters at war and it's brutal. The Maguire, the Laws, the Slatteries and more take to the streets to defend and fight for what they own. This has happened in previous books but the way the author gets you engaging with them you can't help but route for them and are happy if they don't get killed. I for one really enjoyed it and I'm going to get the next one now.
August 6, 2019
Darkness
I love this series so much, I have read the 10 books one after the other & I enjoy everyone of them . Heather Atkinson writes all the characters so well & I love some & dislike the nasty ones , this was funny as Brody & Cass from the Glasgow series where in a couple of chapters & I was laughing at the patter 😂 love it
I love this series so much, I have read the 10 books one after the other & I enjoy everyone of them . Heather Atkinson writes all the characters so well & I love some & dislike the nasty ones , this was funny as Brody & Cass from the Glasgow series where in a couple of chapters & I was laughing at the patter 😂 love it
August 2, 2019
Excellence as always
Another unstoppable read stories just get better and better one of the best series I have ever read can't wait to start book eleven hats off to Heather Atkinson truly compelling author
Another unstoppable read stories just get better and better one of the best series I have ever read can't wait to start book eleven hats off to Heather Atkinson truly compelling author
December 6, 2021
Great
Absolutely great series on to number 10 can’t wait to read
A book as never brought tears to my eyes I just can’t wait to read
All the dividing line series thank you for a brilliant read
Absolutely great series on to number 10 can’t wait to read
A book as never brought tears to my eyes I just can’t wait to read
All the dividing line series thank you for a brilliant read
February 18, 2017
Read it
Wow yet another great read from Heather. Love all the characters in the dividing line series. A must read - love it.
Wow yet another great read from Heather. Love all the characters in the dividing line series. A must read - love it.
July 9, 2019
Hooked
Another great read ideal if your on your hols and can just keep reading as you won’t want to put it down
Another great read ideal if your on your hols and can just keep reading as you won’t want to put it down
April 28, 2020
All the stars.
Deserves way more than 5
One of the best series around.
Deserves way more than 5
One of the best series around.
May 24, 2020
Brilliant
Another fantastic couldnt put down book by Heather atkinson loving the Ryan and Rachel saga and can't wait to see what's in store for them next
Another fantastic couldnt put down book by Heather atkinson loving the Ryan and Rachel saga and can't wait to see what's in store for them next
September 22, 2021
Great book
Great book, can't wait for the next one. Well written and good story. Keeps you on edge waiting to see the next book
Great book, can't wait for the next one. Well written and good story. Keeps you on edge waiting to see the next book
February 18, 2017
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Brilliant as always Heather has a way that makes you think you know all the characters personally absolutely 5 stars
Brilliant as always Heather has a way that makes you think you know all the characters personally absolutely 5 stars
January 24, 2017
5stars
What a brilliant book heather. I couldn't put it down. Please hurry up with the next one so I get my fix with the laws and Maguires xx
What a brilliant book heather. I couldn't put it down. Please hurry up with the next one so I get my fix with the laws and Maguires xx
April 9, 2017
Love this series, this didn't disappoint, can't wait for the next instalment
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