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Plymouth #1
Stormcock
Think you know about vengeance? Then think again.
For over five years Abe Mathews has been hunting the white-haired assassin.
Obsession and vengeance drives him and at last he is close to bringing the man named Plymouth to justice.
Though Plymouth is playing a deadlier game. One in which he is putting his life in the crosshairs in order to bring the guilty forward and he will stop at nothing to inflict his own horrific brand of retribution.
However, as Mathews draws closer to his quarry he is forced to question the truth about the man with the blue eyes and savage smile.
There are others who will cross any line to kill Plymouth those who have suffered beyond imagining at his hands.
As the noose tightens and people start to die, Mathews must decide who he can trust before the clock stops ticking.
Meanwhile, Plymouth relentlessly draws out those who want to see him dead in an electrifying game of life and death that will have a devastating impact on those unwittingly pulled into the vortex of violence.
For over five years Abe Mathews has been hunting the white-haired assassin.
Obsession and vengeance drives him and at last he is close to bringing the man named Plymouth to justice.
Though Plymouth is playing a deadlier game. One in which he is putting his life in the crosshairs in order to bring the guilty forward and he will stop at nothing to inflict his own horrific brand of retribution.
However, as Mathews draws closer to his quarry he is forced to question the truth about the man with the blue eyes and savage smile.
There are others who will cross any line to kill Plymouth those who have suffered beyond imagining at his hands.
As the noose tightens and people start to die, Mathews must decide who he can trust before the clock stops ticking.
Meanwhile, Plymouth relentlessly draws out those who want to see him dead in an electrifying game of life and death that will have a devastating impact on those unwittingly pulled into the vortex of violence.
357 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 15, 2017
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About the author
Robin Roughley
46 books152 followersRob Roughley lives in the North West of England (God's coal bunker,the land of the wedding cake made by placing three meat pies on top of one another and whippets on lengths of string)
He is the author of eight crime/thriller novels featuring DS Lasser. The novels are set between the run down streets of a northern town and the beautiful yet desolate west Pennine moors.
If you love your crime fiction crammed with square jawed heroes driving flash cars and glorious women who shimmer with inner light, then the DS Lasser novels are not for you.
However, if you prefer your characters to be flawed, with a sprinkling of dandruff and old acne scars,the plots to be laced with dark humour, then give them a try.
1 The Needle House
2 The Way that it Falls
3 Tethered to the Dead.
4 Twisted
Coming soon:
5 More Equal than Others
6 Vanished Beneath
7 Riven
8 Bad Self
He is the author of eight crime/thriller novels featuring DS Lasser. The novels are set between the run down streets of a northern town and the beautiful yet desolate west Pennine moors.
If you love your crime fiction crammed with square jawed heroes driving flash cars and glorious women who shimmer with inner light, then the DS Lasser novels are not for you.
However, if you prefer your characters to be flawed, with a sprinkling of dandruff and old acne scars,the plots to be laced with dark humour, then give them a try.
1 The Needle House
2 The Way that it Falls
3 Tethered to the Dead.
4 Twisted
Coming soon:
5 More Equal than Others
6 Vanished Beneath
7 Riven
8 Bad Self
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August 16, 2017
Well this is a bit of a win, win, situation because although this is Book 1 in the new Plymouth series, Plymouth is also a tremendously well known character that pops up periodically in the super DS Lasser books. (The ink is already drying on number 15, not that I am drooling or anything). I was so excited about this book because Robin Roughley has created a real top notch psycho hit man that makes this lady and a lot of others weak at the mention of his name. Plymouth has gained his own unique groupies.
At 34 Plymouth has learnt how to blend, just as well because with his white hair, piercing blue eyes and model like physic he is more than eye catching. So it isn’t long before he has a very flattered hotel receptionist, Bethany, by his side treating her to the very best in sophistication and now with the ability to just be a couple rather than a lone man. This gives him access to far more places to blend in at while working. Plymouth had been hired to do a job but there are also people out there to hunt him down and not all of them are on the same side. He is always focused on a kill but there will always be collateral damage.
When there are so many bad guys then police involvement is definitely on the cards. Abe Mathews has been hunting down Plymouth for the last 5 years and he has never been this close before. What Mathews saw all those years ago haunts him, he wants justice for a dead family. There is also DI Fay Ferry and John August. I am still not sure of Fay, she is a very in your face kind of impulsive woman that can only see a target not the danger for her or anyone else. Then there is John August, he is a really nice guy and sort of watches over Fay. They balance each other out pretty well.
This a cracking story and perfect introduction to what makes Plymouth tick. It sort of gives you a taster of the cool, calm and collected killer in the first chapter, then establishes the other characters a little before wakening all of your brain cells to new methods of causing physical pain and eventually death for victims. There is far more to Plymouth than you first think. A brilliant read and ready for more. Robin Roughley is doing what he is best at, mayhem, mystery and murder. Excellent!
At 34 Plymouth has learnt how to blend, just as well because with his white hair, piercing blue eyes and model like physic he is more than eye catching. So it isn’t long before he has a very flattered hotel receptionist, Bethany, by his side treating her to the very best in sophistication and now with the ability to just be a couple rather than a lone man. This gives him access to far more places to blend in at while working. Plymouth had been hired to do a job but there are also people out there to hunt him down and not all of them are on the same side. He is always focused on a kill but there will always be collateral damage.
When there are so many bad guys then police involvement is definitely on the cards. Abe Mathews has been hunting down Plymouth for the last 5 years and he has never been this close before. What Mathews saw all those years ago haunts him, he wants justice for a dead family. There is also DI Fay Ferry and John August. I am still not sure of Fay, she is a very in your face kind of impulsive woman that can only see a target not the danger for her or anyone else. Then there is John August, he is a really nice guy and sort of watches over Fay. They balance each other out pretty well.
This a cracking story and perfect introduction to what makes Plymouth tick. It sort of gives you a taster of the cool, calm and collected killer in the first chapter, then establishes the other characters a little before wakening all of your brain cells to new methods of causing physical pain and eventually death for victims. There is far more to Plymouth than you first think. A brilliant read and ready for more. Robin Roughley is doing what he is best at, mayhem, mystery and murder. Excellent!
August 18, 2017
Robin Roughley
Stormcock
First book in a new series featuring Plymouth. I've waited for a long time to start reading this book and now is the time. Plymouth is a brilliant character and makes you like bad guys. I never wanted this book to end it was so captivating roll on book two. This book is the best I've read this without doubt
5*+ 18 August 2017
Stormcock
First book in a new series featuring Plymouth. I've waited for a long time to start reading this book and now is the time. Plymouth is a brilliant character and makes you like bad guys. I never wanted this book to end it was so captivating roll on book two. This book is the best I've read this without doubt
5*+ 18 August 2017
September 4, 2017
Bit disappointed.
I am a big fan of Robin Roughley and loved the DS Lasser series. I am sure I am not alone when I say that some of the best parts of that series were the stories that involved Plymouth. He is the archetypal villain that we love to hate, at think of him as a mash up between James Bond, American Psycho and Jack Reacher. An intriguing and beguiling charchter that really pulls you in.
With all that in mind you can imagine my delight when I came across this new series with Plymouth having the starring role. Unfortunately I feel disappointed and this book, for me didn't live up to my high expectations.
I found the story slow and to and it hard to keep my mind from wandering. I think for me the supporting cast of charachters really let the book down. Fay!!! Grrrr... I found her immensely irritating, with her temper tantrums and over the top action girl attitude. She came across as weak, entitled and frankly for all her bluster, I found at no part was there any evidence that she had the ability to back up or excuse her behaviour. She contributed little and pouted and stamped her foot a lot. I found her to be unrealistic and irritating. Ok rant over.
In general I just don't think its of the same standard as the previous series. The charachters were lack luster and the plot just didn't flow.
This is just my opinion and others may see it differently and maybe if I hadn't read the DI Lasser series, my opinion would be different.
I'm also curious to know the timeline for Plymouth? I made the assumption that this new series follows on from the Lasser series. Maybe the next book will clear that up and I will be reading it, there's defiantly a whole lot more to come from Plymouth and I am still a fan x
I am a big fan of Robin Roughley and loved the DS Lasser series. I am sure I am not alone when I say that some of the best parts of that series were the stories that involved Plymouth. He is the archetypal villain that we love to hate, at think of him as a mash up between James Bond, American Psycho and Jack Reacher. An intriguing and beguiling charchter that really pulls you in.
With all that in mind you can imagine my delight when I came across this new series with Plymouth having the starring role. Unfortunately I feel disappointed and this book, for me didn't live up to my high expectations.
I found the story slow and to and it hard to keep my mind from wandering. I think for me the supporting cast of charachters really let the book down. Fay!!! Grrrr... I found her immensely irritating, with her temper tantrums and over the top action girl attitude. She came across as weak, entitled and frankly for all her bluster, I found at no part was there any evidence that she had the ability to back up or excuse her behaviour. She contributed little and pouted and stamped her foot a lot. I found her to be unrealistic and irritating. Ok rant over.
In general I just don't think its of the same standard as the previous series. The charachters were lack luster and the plot just didn't flow.
This is just my opinion and others may see it differently and maybe if I hadn't read the DI Lasser series, my opinion would be different.
I'm also curious to know the timeline for Plymouth? I made the assumption that this new series follows on from the Lasser series. Maybe the next book will clear that up and I will be reading it, there's defiantly a whole lot more to come from Plymouth and I am still a fan x
August 29, 2021
I haven’t read any DS Lasser books - yet, so this is my first introduction to Plymouth. However, I have just finished Axe to Grind, and there were too many similarities for me to give this book 5 stars. As I expected, there was fast action, a fascinating ‘misunderstood’ anti hero in the shape of Plymouth, lies and deception and twists and turns. There was also, unfortunately, a deeply irritating police character, who I just wanted to shut in a cupboard until the end of the story. Apart from that and a bit of a McGuffin of a plot( spoiler alert: the scientist hadn’t found anything!) I enjoyed the journey and am looking out for no.2.
August 21, 2017
Enigma/ vigilante
Anyone that's read the lasser series by Robin roughley will have already come across Plymouth I thought he was maybe a vigilante but as he sometimes kills innocent people that get in his way I agree with others that maybe enigma describes him better I won't give any spoiler's but this is a very compelling read and the making of a best selling series five stars from me
Anyone that's read the lasser series by Robin roughley will have already come across Plymouth I thought he was maybe a vigilante but as he sometimes kills innocent people that get in his way I agree with others that maybe enigma describes him better I won't give any spoiler's but this is a very compelling read and the making of a best selling series five stars from me
January 4, 2019
Another great start to a Plymouth series loved him in the Lasser series when he would turn up !!Lasser series is a great series loved everyone .
Good to see Plymouth in his own series can't wait to read more pls Robin comes up with great plots and makes a good roller coaster ride didn't like Kay Ferris very rude character who only thinks of herself Mathews has a level head .
Can't wait for the follow up books well done again Mr Roughley
Good to see Plymouth in his own series can't wait to read more pls Robin comes up with great plots and makes a good roller coaster ride didn't like Kay Ferris very rude character who only thinks of herself Mathews has a level head .
Can't wait for the follow up books well done again Mr Roughley
August 28, 2017
A great introduction to a new series of books from Robin Roughey.
Plymouth, the white haired nemesis of DI Lasser in the series of books about the gritty detective. This story focusses on Plymouth and his quest for his own brutal form of justice.. I am looking forward to the next book.....
Plymouth, the white haired nemesis of DI Lasser in the series of books about the gritty detective. This story focusses on Plymouth and his quest for his own brutal form of justice.. I am looking forward to the next book.....
October 14, 2017
Terrific !
The tension in this is never ending throughout at times I could hear my heart beating as we reached the conclusion this killer has a goal although his methods are extreme it's adds to the mystery you'll either love him or hate him but theres no doubt he'll get the job done this is a page Turner that'll keep you up late
The tension in this is never ending throughout at times I could hear my heart beating as we reached the conclusion this killer has a goal although his methods are extreme it's adds to the mystery you'll either love him or hate him but theres no doubt he'll get the job done this is a page Turner that'll keep you up late
October 21, 2017
Excellent book of its genre,i.e. killers and cops. Intricate well sculpted plot with complicated twists and turns. Book was unputdownable, and raced along. I was glad when Plymouth left the Laser series, but as a main character ,he was almost believable..One problem. I could not stand the Kay Ferry angry, rude cop, how did anyone tolerate her.? Keep writing Robin.
September 30, 2019
Great book typical of Robyn Roughley
I had just finished all of the ds lasser books and panicked then spotted this! Same fast paced and action packed that I loved and I do love Plymouth character too. However...I'm not sure why but I was reading the first half in a bit of an American accent ha ha. It just seemed to read that way I don't know why... but it was a good book.
OMG...what the hell do I read now??? Help!!
I had just finished all of the ds lasser books and panicked then spotted this! Same fast paced and action packed that I loved and I do love Plymouth character too. However...I'm not sure why but I was reading the first half in a bit of an American accent ha ha. It just seemed to read that way I don't know why... but it was a good book.
OMG...what the hell do I read now??? Help!!
August 25, 2017
Absolutely one of the best books I have read. Mr. Roughly is a superb author and I hope that he is around a long time. Thanks you for an entertaining read...
Mr. Plymouth is a compelling character and look forward to hearing more of him. I love a good had boy!
Mr. Plymouth is a compelling character and look forward to hearing more of him. I love a good had boy!
September 1, 2017
Overly gristly but good plot
I stopped reading the Lasser series because the violence was too detailed, despite the otherwise well written and plotted stories. This book was no different.
I stopped reading the Lasser series because the violence was too detailed, despite the otherwise well written and plotted stories. This book was no different.
January 12, 2018
Brilliant
All I can say is, when is the next instalment? It was good to get an insight into Plymouth, the man. I've always liked the man. He has good morals. The policewoman I could do without. Whinging and whining. Good job Robin.
All I can say is, when is the next instalment? It was good to get an insight into Plymouth, the man. I've always liked the man. He has good morals. The policewoman I could do without. Whinging and whining. Good job Robin.
April 28, 2018
Excellent
I've read the entire DS Lasser series and thoroughly enjoyed it, so when I saw this book I knew I had to read it, and I'm so glad I did.....
It's fast paced and keeps you wanting more, I recommend it to everyone
I've read the entire DS Lasser series and thoroughly enjoyed it, so when I saw this book I knew I had to read it, and I'm so glad I did.....
It's fast paced and keeps you wanting more, I recommend it to everyone
May 21, 2018
Gripping page turner
An absolutely gritty,gripping,roller coaster of a book ride. Highly recommend that you read it if you want a book you can't put down and you love a gritty crime book. Can't wait to read more of this authors work.
An absolutely gritty,gripping,roller coaster of a book ride. Highly recommend that you read it if you want a book you can't put down and you love a gritty crime book. Can't wait to read more of this authors work.
September 7, 2020
Loved it!
I am a great fan of the author and his series, Lasser, where is we first meet Plymouth.
I am thrilled that "Plymouth" has his own series! He's not someone you'd want to meet if you're a creep, but if you need help, he's brilliant!
I am a great fan of the author and his series, Lasser, where is we first meet Plymouth.
I am thrilled that "Plymouth" has his own series! He's not someone you'd want to meet if you're a creep, but if you need help, he's brilliant!
September 8, 2020
A nice surprise
Wasn’t sure how I felt about Plymouth as a stand alone character, however, quickly settled to the other side of things and really enjoyed how the author kept both sides of the story going really well. Thanks
Wasn’t sure how I felt about Plymouth as a stand alone character, however, quickly settled to the other side of things and really enjoyed how the author kept both sides of the story going really well. Thanks
August 16, 2025
I was keen to read this book as I really like the Plymouth character in the Lasser series books. I struggled at first as it was quite a story to get your head round. But the book got better and better, classic Plymouth marmite. I'm looking forward to reading the 2nd book now.
August 18, 2017
I Have Been Really Excited about this Book .. Plymouth out in His Own .WOW ..WOW and WOW .. Great new Characters and a Great in site into the Man Himself .. I Cannot wait for Book No.2
August 20, 2017
Stormcock
Five stars definitely for this book i didn't think Robin Roughley could follow in after his Ds Lasser books but he has great story line from start to finish excellent
Five stars definitely for this book i didn't think Robin Roughley could follow in after his Ds Lasser books but he has great story line from start to finish excellent
August 21, 2017
Mind blowing
Waited for this book to come out and wasn't disappointed the story was mind blowing and thrilling. Loved Plymouth more please .
Waited for this book to come out and wasn't disappointed the story was mind blowing and thrilling. Loved Plymouth more please .
August 27, 2017
Plymouth series
Yet another fantastic book by Robin. Absolutely love the Plymouth character and finding out a little more about his past. Cannot wait for the next one.
Yet another fantastic book by Robin. Absolutely love the Plymouth character and finding out a little more about his past. Cannot wait for the next one.
September 11, 2017
Brilliant
I took awhile to get into this book, kept expecting Ladder to turn up but once I got away from that thought I found it to be brilliant
I took awhile to get into this book, kept expecting Ladder to turn up but once I got away from that thought I found it to be brilliant
September 27, 2017
Enjoyed
March 16, 2018
Another fantastic read
Another fab book from Mr Roughley. once started cannot put it down. Intrigue and suspicion keeps you in suspense throughout
Another fab book from Mr Roughley. once started cannot put it down. Intrigue and suspicion keeps you in suspense throughout
March 25, 2018
Great.
This is the first book I have read by this author, but it won’t be the last. Good story from start to finish
This is the first book I have read by this author, but it won’t be the last. Good story from start to finish
August 28, 2018
Great read
This book was a page turner. I love Plymouth O know he's a serial killer. But I think he's still a good guy. I have read all this authors books and I am hooked
This book was a page turner. I love Plymouth O know he's a serial killer. But I think he's still a good guy. I have read all this authors books and I am hooked
March 12, 2019
Good read
This book entertained from beginning to end. The bad guy was bad...but oddly likeable...the justice served was understandable...it was a twisted ride!! Read it!!
This book entertained from beginning to end. The bad guy was bad...but oddly likeable...the justice served was understandable...it was a twisted ride!! Read it!!
March 1, 2020
There's a pretty good story here, but I got tired of it before I finished it.
March 22, 2022
Another great book!
Brilliant story lines, keeps your interest throughout the book. One of my favourite
authors!
Ready to start part 2 of this series....
Brilliant story lines, keeps your interest throughout the book. One of my favourite
authors!
Ready to start part 2 of this series....
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