The Gap

The Trail #0.5

by A.A. Abbott

The Gap is a 5 minute crime thriller set in London - an exciting prequel to the Trail Series. Drug dealer Jeb believes he knows what everyone wants - but he hasn't bargained on Kat.

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Published August 1, 2017

About the author

Who doesn’t love a page-turner packed with mystery, twists and suspense? Those are the books I yearn to read, and I enjoy writing them, too. I’m British thriller writer A.A. Abbott – known to friends as Helen – and I believe a good read is one of life’s greatest pleasures. As a city girl, I've lived and worked in London, Bristol and Birmingham, so it’s no surprise that my books are often set there.

Like 10% of us, many of my family are dyslexic. While I'm not, I want my books to be enjoyed by readers with dyslexia and visual impairment too. That's why I publish my thrillers in a LARGE PRINT dyslexia-friendly edition as well as the standard paperback and ebook versions. Don't forget, when you’re reading an ebook, you can adjust the font on your Kindle to suit your needs. Some titles are published in a conventional large print font too. Bright Lies is also available as an audiobook, recorded by amazing voice actor Eilidh Beaton.

I like speaking to book groups, business networks and social circles, and reading my thrillers and short stories at live fiction events and on Zoom. If you're a book blogger, litfest organiser, reviewer or simply adore books, I'd love to hear from you.

I'm a member of the Alliance of Independent Authors, Bristol Fiction Writers' Group, and Birmingham's New Street Authors.

Find out more about the books I love to read and write, and get free short stories, at https://aaabbott.co.uk

Reviews

[Clare O'Beara · Rating 2 out of 5]

This is a very short story. I read it looking for the point; I didn't find one. A drug supplier is paying off a casino security guard in London to let him enter with drugs for an Arab gambler. There's more of such deals but no conflict or redeeming factor or balance, apart from the demonstration that the house wins, but you knew that. Mainly it's setting a scene for a drama which doesn't occur.

This appears to be a prequel to a crime book. You may indeed be able to decide if you want to read more after this taster. I would recommend making the tale more of a story and less of a demo. Apart from a name check in the early moments, this could have been set in any big city.

I availed of a free download offer. This is an unbiased review.

[SherleyB · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this short story.
I found this was helpful to see a bit of how the author wrote..
I shall now go and find more of there books to read...

[JT CAREY · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've never read this author before, but this 5 minute story is a great introduction: writing easy to read, immediate storyline and character development, good dialogue. If this is the style to expect from A. A. Abbott, then I'll be looking for their other works. Since it takes just 5 minutes to read, I recommend you do and in doing so, find a favorite author.

[Woody · Rating 1 out of 5]

Free download from Bookfunnel 23 September 2017

Very short 5 minute read and pointless prequel to the Trail Series. I think you would have to read a book or two in the series to understand what The Gap was supposed to be about. However, I am not tempted to read any more books in this series.

[Ulla · Rating 2 out of 5]

This is a crime short-story.

"Jeb had learned everybody had an addiction, a gap in their lives they struggled to fill." and he is using this knowledge to fill his own gaps...

[Barb VanderWel · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this & I can't wait for more.
I will be also leaving a review on Goodreads @ Amazon.
And letting everyone know about it.
So i gave it a 5 Stars.