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DI Fenchurch #4
In for the Kill
A university student is found strangled to death in her bedroom, but when the embattled DI Simon Fenchurch is called in to investigate, the case strikes dangerously close to home.
On the surface, the victim was a popular, high-performing student. But as secret grudges against her emerge, so too does evidence that she was living a double life, working on explicit webcam sites for a seedy London ganglord. Everyone Fenchurch talks to knows a lot more than they’re willing to tell, and before long he’s making new enemies of his own - threatening to push him and his family past breaking point.
With too many suspects and not enough facts, Fenchurch knows his new superiors are just waiting for him to fail - they want him off the case, and off the force for good. His family is in more danger than ever before. So how deep is he willing to dig in order to unearth the truth?
On the surface, the victim was a popular, high-performing student. But as secret grudges against her emerge, so too does evidence that she was living a double life, working on explicit webcam sites for a seedy London ganglord. Everyone Fenchurch talks to knows a lot more than they’re willing to tell, and before long he’s making new enemies of his own - threatening to push him and his family past breaking point.
With too many suspects and not enough facts, Fenchurch knows his new superiors are just waiting for him to fail - they want him off the case, and off the force for good. His family is in more danger than ever before. So how deep is he willing to dig in order to unearth the truth?
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First published April 19, 2018
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April 25, 2018
3.5☆ A Well thought out Crime Thriller
(Rounded up to 4 for Amazon and Goodread)
This is the 4th book in the series. Although you can read this as a standalone as I believe the cases are different. I do think I missed out on the back stories.
In for the Kill is a slower paced crime thriller.
With plenty of police procedural the whole way through.
Fenchurch is the leading detective on the case trying to find the killer of a young university student found strangled in her room.
He also is trying to reconnect with his daughter who was stolen from them for several years and given a new identity and an operation in order to forget her biological parents.
For me I found this story dragged on I found my self drifting.
There was alot of characters which at times felt confusing.
I completely understand that this is vital in a detective case otherwise it wouldn't be realistic.
I also found it hard to relate to the main character, but I think this is because I haven't read any of the previous stories so I lacked the back story that is often vital to gain an understanding of the character.
Having said that I did enjoy the storyline it was interesting to see the story unfold I just felt it could of been a lil shorter and a lil more faster impact.
For those readers looking for a slower paced well thought out detective read that really delves into the police procedures then this is the perfect read for you.
Thank you to Random Things Tours My Letterbox for this copy which I reviewed honestly and voluntarily.
My Review is also on my blog website:
https://dashfan81.blogspot.com/2018/0...
(Rounded up to 4 for Amazon and Goodread)
This is the 4th book in the series. Although you can read this as a standalone as I believe the cases are different. I do think I missed out on the back stories.
In for the Kill is a slower paced crime thriller.
With plenty of police procedural the whole way through.
Fenchurch is the leading detective on the case trying to find the killer of a young university student found strangled in her room.
He also is trying to reconnect with his daughter who was stolen from them for several years and given a new identity and an operation in order to forget her biological parents.
For me I found this story dragged on I found my self drifting.
There was alot of characters which at times felt confusing.
I completely understand that this is vital in a detective case otherwise it wouldn't be realistic.
I also found it hard to relate to the main character, but I think this is because I haven't read any of the previous stories so I lacked the back story that is often vital to gain an understanding of the character.
Having said that I did enjoy the storyline it was interesting to see the story unfold I just felt it could of been a lil shorter and a lil more faster impact.
For those readers looking for a slower paced well thought out detective read that really delves into the police procedures then this is the perfect read for you.
Thank you to Random Things Tours My Letterbox for this copy which I reviewed honestly and voluntarily.
My Review is also on my blog website:
https://dashfan81.blogspot.com/2018/0...
April 27, 2018
I’m on a roll for reading some fantastic books, and In For The Kill was no exception. It literally gripped me from the start with the unusual and shocking subject. As a parent it is the stuff of my worse nightmares and it made me turn the pages a little quicker as I was desperate to find out what was going to happen. Even when the story moves on to another story line it was always in the back of my mind as I hoped to find out more and wondering how it was going to link into the main story.
My favourite character was DI Fenchurch. Although he comes across as being a rather grizzled and grumpy guy, he definitely has a softer side which was touching to see. The respect and concern that his colleagues show him adds to the good guy persona. As mentioned above I really felt for him in regards to the story line regarding his daughter. For me this bit was really well written as I felt I went on a real journey with him and could feel all of his fears and frustrations as if it was happening to me. I think it shows amazing writing to make a reader feel this way.
The pace in the book is very fast and the story moves quite quickly making the book incredibly hard to put down. This was a book that had me reading long into the night or sitting up after a feed longer than I needed trying to fit a few more pages in. The thing that helps add to the addictiveness of this book is that the author interweaves the murder story with the characters personal stories which makes the reader more interested in the story and means you care more what happens to the people.
This is the fourth book in the series but the first I have read and I will definitely be going back and reading the books I have missed. I didn’t feel like I missed much coming into the series so late, though it might have been good to learn more about their backstory.
Huge thank you to Anne Cater for inviting me onto the blog tour and to Emma Finnigan and Thomas & Mercer for my copy of this fabulous book!
My favourite character was DI Fenchurch. Although he comes across as being a rather grizzled and grumpy guy, he definitely has a softer side which was touching to see. The respect and concern that his colleagues show him adds to the good guy persona. As mentioned above I really felt for him in regards to the story line regarding his daughter. For me this bit was really well written as I felt I went on a real journey with him and could feel all of his fears and frustrations as if it was happening to me. I think it shows amazing writing to make a reader feel this way.
The pace in the book is very fast and the story moves quite quickly making the book incredibly hard to put down. This was a book that had me reading long into the night or sitting up after a feed longer than I needed trying to fit a few more pages in. The thing that helps add to the addictiveness of this book is that the author interweaves the murder story with the characters personal stories which makes the reader more interested in the story and means you care more what happens to the people.
This is the fourth book in the series but the first I have read and I will definitely be going back and reading the books I have missed. I didn’t feel like I missed much coming into the series so late, though it might have been good to learn more about their backstory.
Huge thank you to Anne Cater for inviting me onto the blog tour and to Emma Finnigan and Thomas & Mercer for my copy of this fabulous book!
June 19, 2018
The latest Fenchurch book, difficult private life and violent temper as usual, with a murder of a student earning extra money as a camgirl
July 2, 2018
In for the Kill is the fourth police procedural to feature DI Simon Fenchurch of the Met in a series that gets better and better. Fenchurch and his team are called in when a student is murdered in the halls of residence at Southwark University. Hannah Nunn was strangled in her bed and left to be found by the cleaner. As Fenchurch starts to investigate he uncovers a raft of suspects, all of whom are, if not lying, being economical with the truth in regards to both Hannah's and their activities. In addition to this Fenchurch, who has family problems with his estranged daughter, Chloe, thinks that she may be linked to the case.
I thoroughly enjoyed In for the Kill which is an intelligent read with a variety of subplots spawned by the initial investigation which require concentration to keep up. I found it to be compulsive reading as I like the realism of one crime revealing others as the detectives dig deep. I also like that the murderer and motive are well concealed so I had no idea where Mr James was leading me. There is a palpable sense of tension in the novel as Fenchurch strives to solve the case, despite several obstacles.
Another big plus is the single point of view narrative which is all from Fenchurch. The reader thus lives the investigation with him and isn't distracted from him. It also means that he is a well defined character, warts and all. I must admit that I didn't particularly like him when the series started but he's grown on me as he has developed over the series. He is an obsessive about his work which makes him more than a few enemies. Currently this attitude is putting his job in jeopardy as his uncompromising need for justice makes him ignore orders and ride roughshod over his colleagues.
This novel will work as a stand alone but there is an ongoing plot line about his daughter Chloe who was kidnapped as a child so I would recommend reading the series in order from the beginning.
In for the Kill is a great read which I have no hesitation in recommending.
I thoroughly enjoyed In for the Kill which is an intelligent read with a variety of subplots spawned by the initial investigation which require concentration to keep up. I found it to be compulsive reading as I like the realism of one crime revealing others as the detectives dig deep. I also like that the murderer and motive are well concealed so I had no idea where Mr James was leading me. There is a palpable sense of tension in the novel as Fenchurch strives to solve the case, despite several obstacles.
Another big plus is the single point of view narrative which is all from Fenchurch. The reader thus lives the investigation with him and isn't distracted from him. It also means that he is a well defined character, warts and all. I must admit that I didn't particularly like him when the series started but he's grown on me as he has developed over the series. He is an obsessive about his work which makes him more than a few enemies. Currently this attitude is putting his job in jeopardy as his uncompromising need for justice makes him ignore orders and ride roughshod over his colleagues.
This novel will work as a stand alone but there is an ongoing plot line about his daughter Chloe who was kidnapped as a child so I would recommend reading the series in order from the beginning.
In for the Kill is a great read which I have no hesitation in recommending.
January 30, 2019
D.I. Simon Fenchurch is up to his eyeballs in problems dealing with his newly found daughter Chloe (AKA Jennifer) in author Ed James' fourth series book, "In For The Kill". Author Ed James proves once again to be a master story teller as Fenchurch suffers some some significant emotional and psychical pain in this intense and action packed thriller. This fourth Fenchurch book picks up about four months after the conclusion of, "What Doesn't Kill You", (Fenchurch #3). Daughter Chloe now going by Jennifer is now attending the University of Southwark as a psychology major. Previously missing for over eleven years to Simon and wife Abi, Chloe despises the Fenchurchs with particular venom towards Simon. After a very unpleasant visit with Chloe Simon looks to bury his emotional issues with his work. With nerves on edge because wife Abi very pregnant and ready to deliver soon, Fenchurch is also still in a bad way with the brass at work. DI Dawn Mulholland despises Fenchurch. If it weren't for DCI Alan Docherty providing some cover Simon would be out. Simon and team then are called back to the university for a murder. Hannah Jane Nunn has been strangled and raped in the university dorm. Fenchurch and DS Kay Reed head up the team investigating this gruesome murder. Simon prays it's not near daughter Chloe's room and that she doesn't know the victim. Before long Fenchurch and Reed determine they have several suspects. Boyfriend Sam Edwards is clearly someone to look at closely. Troy Danton the local drug dealer, and stalker Graham Pickersgill also stick out as suspects. However it's Thomas Zachary that Fenchurch can't quite figure out how will figure into the picture. Zachary an American who is a proponent of the crazy Alt-Right front and clearly worships Donal Trump has Fenchurch at odds with daughter Chloe. Before long Fenchurch is deep into the world of "Camgirl" videos and a brothel run by Dimitri Younis. Younis the new local crime head, pimp, and pornographic bad guy gives Fenchurch the most trouble at every turn. Throughout the bad news keeps pounding away on Fenchurch. Abi, Docherty, Chloe, and his father have Fenchurch clearly back on his heels. The investigating team is really thrown for a loop when newest top suspect Oliver Keane is wanted for terrorism. With a plot that rarely rests and travels at high speeds, "In For The Kill", is another Ed James classic. Author James keeps the reader surprised as the twists pull the plot through terrorism, prostitution, murder, and the slimy world of the Alt-Right. With some pretty unique characters this thriller keep the reader from trying to just expect they all lived happily ever after ending. Just reading the Zachary/Trump arc in the plot made my skin crawl with the hate and racism. At just over 320 quickly reading pages this is clearly the best Fenchurch yet. Author Ed James know for his iconic Scott Cullen series has another "head and shoulders above" with Simon Fenchurch. A must read book in a must read series. Check it out.
April 28, 2018
I have been on a crime/mystery kick lately and my lucky streak of finding authors who do justice to the genre is still going strong. Though this is my first book by the author, I am sure it won't be the last.
The story starts with the personal life of Fenchurch instead of the murder and that itself shows how the author has written the book. He has interspersed the personal lives of the main characters, and there are a few of them, into the unfolding of the case in the hands of Fenchurch. And that aspect is what had me immersed in the book. I loved the fact that I could relate to them so easily because they are as human as possible in their actions.
I especially loved Fenchurch with all his difficult traits. His strained relationship with Chloe had me feeling poignant. The author does a good job of evoking the emotions of the readers with his words. There were sufficient twists and surprises in the tale to keep me glued to my reader. It took a while for me to function in my everyday duties because of my intense curiosity following the plot.
The pace of the story is fast, well balanced with the need for a maze like journey to the end else it would have fallen flat. I quite enjoyed figuring out the killer and I had quite a imagination to go through all the scenarios presented. But towards the end, I wasn't surprised at the identity of the culprit with all the clues. I look forward to reading from the beginning of the series.
One thing which stuck with me till the end is that in this age of technology, we are very vulnerable and very much mesmerised with material things. And that might end up being a catalyst of our destruction.
If you are crime lovers, do read this author - a good twisted story with a less than surprising end.
Source : Kindle Unlimited and also received a copy for reviewing purposes.
My one line review : A good twisted story with a less than surprising end.
My rating : 4.5/5
My reread factor : 3.5/5
The story starts with the personal life of Fenchurch instead of the murder and that itself shows how the author has written the book. He has interspersed the personal lives of the main characters, and there are a few of them, into the unfolding of the case in the hands of Fenchurch. And that aspect is what had me immersed in the book. I loved the fact that I could relate to them so easily because they are as human as possible in their actions.
I especially loved Fenchurch with all his difficult traits. His strained relationship with Chloe had me feeling poignant. The author does a good job of evoking the emotions of the readers with his words. There were sufficient twists and surprises in the tale to keep me glued to my reader. It took a while for me to function in my everyday duties because of my intense curiosity following the plot.
The pace of the story is fast, well balanced with the need for a maze like journey to the end else it would have fallen flat. I quite enjoyed figuring out the killer and I had quite a imagination to go through all the scenarios presented. But towards the end, I wasn't surprised at the identity of the culprit with all the clues. I look forward to reading from the beginning of the series.
One thing which stuck with me till the end is that in this age of technology, we are very vulnerable and very much mesmerised with material things. And that might end up being a catalyst of our destruction.
If you are crime lovers, do read this author - a good twisted story with a less than surprising end.
Source : Kindle Unlimited and also received a copy for reviewing purposes.
My one line review : A good twisted story with a less than surprising end.
My rating : 4.5/5
My reread factor : 3.5/5
July 20, 2018
It's always a pleasure to sit down with an Ed James book, because I know it will be a deftly plotted, action packed thrill ride and In For the Kill lived up to the hype. Fenchurch has a lot on his plate at the moment, with dealing with the aftermath of finding Chloe, his long ago abducted daughter, his wife nearing the birth of their second child, and a the terrifying case of a college co-ed found murdered in her bed at the same university Chloe attends.
This was a great read, I loved the thrilling fast paced chase through London solving this complex crime. There were one or two points where the pace slowed a bit, but not by much and there was a lot of action to keep my pulse racing and the tense atmosphere kept me turning pages, impatient to see the next bombshell. Although I missed a few books in the series since I read the first book, I was able to get right back into it. Thanks to the great character development and the consistency of the writing, I remembered many of the principal characters, making me feel like I was catching up with people I hadn't seen in a while. Fenchurch is developing as the sort of hangdog character you can't help but root for; intense, persistent, stubborn, and fallible, there's a little Fenchurch in everyone I think. I enjoy watching him methodically pick at the threads of the crime until it all unravels alongside coping with the struggles in his personal life.
Overall, a great read with a fascinating case full of twists and turns to keep me guessing. Definitely recommend for fans of dark and gritty police procedurals.
This was a great read, I loved the thrilling fast paced chase through London solving this complex crime. There were one or two points where the pace slowed a bit, but not by much and there was a lot of action to keep my pulse racing and the tense atmosphere kept me turning pages, impatient to see the next bombshell. Although I missed a few books in the series since I read the first book, I was able to get right back into it. Thanks to the great character development and the consistency of the writing, I remembered many of the principal characters, making me feel like I was catching up with people I hadn't seen in a while. Fenchurch is developing as the sort of hangdog character you can't help but root for; intense, persistent, stubborn, and fallible, there's a little Fenchurch in everyone I think. I enjoy watching him methodically pick at the threads of the crime until it all unravels alongside coping with the struggles in his personal life.
Overall, a great read with a fascinating case full of twists and turns to keep me guessing. Definitely recommend for fans of dark and gritty police procedurals.
December 14, 2020
It took me a little longer to get into this book, unlike the previous DI Fenchurch series, however, once I settled in, yet again, it did not disappoint. I loved the story line of Jennifer/Chloe and to me, this was such an important part of the whole book. To be honest, I didn’t like the ending with the passing away of Docherty and not knowing if Baby Al will survive ? Why did Mulholland take rank over Fenchurch !! I am hoping that book number 5 keeps the story of Chloe, now reunited with her family alive and not put to one side, forgotten.....
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 3, 2022
Really cannot understand why, you had to bring in the liberal bias, your far left woke views, are what is wrong with the world, will never read any of your books again
Started off ok for a couple of pages, then the liberal woke crap started, your leftist friends will love it, you know nothing about American conservatives
Started off ok for a couple of pages, then the liberal woke crap started, your leftist friends will love it, you know nothing about American conservatives
April 21, 2018
When a popular university student is found murdered in her room, DI Fenchurch and his team investigate. They soon discover that she was working as a camgirl – stripping online for webcam sites for those who don’t know – the particular site in question owned by an organised crime boss. The list of suspects is long and includes an alt-right figure, a far-right extremist, a student who works as a gigolo, the crime boss himself and more.
This is the first work by the author I’ve read and the fourth instalment in his DI Fenchurch series. I’m generally wary about stepping into a series when I’ve not read preceding novels as it can be hard to follow the continuing threads that span through the books. In for The Kill can be read as a standalone and the author valiantly tried to explain the backstory without overdoing it, I did feel however that I was missing out somewhat and that my appreciation would be greater had I read the earlier novels.
The shelves of bookshops groan under the weight of police procedurals and there’s a reason for that: crime fiction readers have an insatiable desire for them. That said, I have to admit to groaning somewhat when I see a novel with the tagline: “A detective so and so mystery”. In for The Kill is sub-headed “A DI Fenchurch novel”, so I began this with some trepidation. I was pleasantly surprised however; the story is very current and moves at great pace, the characters well-drawn and believable. There were a few too many characters, particularly on the police side, to the extent that I began to get confused as to who was who, but Fenchurch himself is a great creation and one who drew me in.
I finished In for The Kill in two minds. Competently written as it undoubtedly is, in some ways it is indistinguishable from other equally well-written procedurals, complete with protagonist cop who has various issues and is invariably in trouble with politically correct superiors. On the other hand, the storyline is fresh and keeps the reader guessing until the very end.
This is the first work by the author I’ve read and the fourth instalment in his DI Fenchurch series. I’m generally wary about stepping into a series when I’ve not read preceding novels as it can be hard to follow the continuing threads that span through the books. In for The Kill can be read as a standalone and the author valiantly tried to explain the backstory without overdoing it, I did feel however that I was missing out somewhat and that my appreciation would be greater had I read the earlier novels.
The shelves of bookshops groan under the weight of police procedurals and there’s a reason for that: crime fiction readers have an insatiable desire for them. That said, I have to admit to groaning somewhat when I see a novel with the tagline: “A detective so and so mystery”. In for The Kill is sub-headed “A DI Fenchurch novel”, so I began this with some trepidation. I was pleasantly surprised however; the story is very current and moves at great pace, the characters well-drawn and believable. There were a few too many characters, particularly on the police side, to the extent that I began to get confused as to who was who, but Fenchurch himself is a great creation and one who drew me in.
I finished In for The Kill in two minds. Competently written as it undoubtedly is, in some ways it is indistinguishable from other equally well-written procedurals, complete with protagonist cop who has various issues and is invariably in trouble with politically correct superiors. On the other hand, the storyline is fresh and keeps the reader guessing until the very end.
April 27, 2018
The endearing quality of DI Fenchurch and his stories is the absolute chaos. The reader just jumps along for the ride, and it is certainly a fast and wild one. He is also a normal man. He doesn’t have super human strength or have a genius IQ. Fenchurch is just a normal kind of guy trying to do his job to the best of his ability, whilst dealing with the emotional upheaval of his family problems.
After finally finding the daughter, who was kidnapped a decade ago, he and his wife are finding it hard to come to terms with her lack of interest in them. Chloe displays oppositional and risk-taking behaviour. She is convinced that her bio parents are the enemy and the criminals, because they are the ones who had her ‘real’ parents put in prison.
Chloe wants space, her friends want them to give her space, which is good advice and yet hard to follow. None of them are taking the side of her bio parents into consideration. I can’t imagine anything more upsetting than losing a child and regaining an enemy. How does a parent deal with that?
The extremely difficult family situation is exacerbated by the fact his work and family life have become intertwined in this latest murder case Fenchurch is working on. Now he has to keep his distance to Chloe as a father, and yet try to determine her involvement in the murder of a young woman at the same time.
I liked the way Ed James combines the police procedural with one of the most traumatic events a parent can go through, and he does it without being overly dramatic. The scenes between the parents and grandparents are exactly how I imagine they would be. Nothing like a soap opera drama or TV movie event.
James writes a pithy, tumultuous and emotional read, with a sub-layer of wit and breath of realism. It is a fast-paced story with characters readers can identify with.
*I received a copy courtesy of the author and publisher.*
After finally finding the daughter, who was kidnapped a decade ago, he and his wife are finding it hard to come to terms with her lack of interest in them. Chloe displays oppositional and risk-taking behaviour. She is convinced that her bio parents are the enemy and the criminals, because they are the ones who had her ‘real’ parents put in prison.
Chloe wants space, her friends want them to give her space, which is good advice and yet hard to follow. None of them are taking the side of her bio parents into consideration. I can’t imagine anything more upsetting than losing a child and regaining an enemy. How does a parent deal with that?
The extremely difficult family situation is exacerbated by the fact his work and family life have become intertwined in this latest murder case Fenchurch is working on. Now he has to keep his distance to Chloe as a father, and yet try to determine her involvement in the murder of a young woman at the same time.
I liked the way Ed James combines the police procedural with one of the most traumatic events a parent can go through, and he does it without being overly dramatic. The scenes between the parents and grandparents are exactly how I imagine they would be. Nothing like a soap opera drama or TV movie event.
James writes a pithy, tumultuous and emotional read, with a sub-layer of wit and breath of realism. It is a fast-paced story with characters readers can identify with.
*I received a copy courtesy of the author and publisher.*
April 18, 2018
I struggle to jump into the middle of book series like this because there is invariably something I've missed (even when the books can be read as standalones, there are usually running threads). However, I didn't find this too much of an issue on this occasion as the author did a reasonable job of setting things out clearly and recapping things that had gone before. Obviously, there are still some things that probably didn't mean as much to me as someone who has read the series from the start but even without those nuances, I found this to be an enjoyable read.
I really liked the scene-setting in this book and thought that the author created a perfect gloomy atmosphere to match his gritty story. This was a very modern thriller with lots of relevant cultural references which really added to my reading experience and gave an element of realism to the story.
I did find it hard to distinguish between characters at times as there were SO many to keep track of, but I found the protagonist Fenchurch very interesting. I also liked that the author included a transgender character, again making this very relevant to issues that are gaining more awareness in society of late.
I have mixed feelings about the ending of this book: some aspects were satisfying but other things were left open and will require the reader to continue with the series to get answers.
It did take me a little while to get used to the writing style of this book as the author seemed to want his sentences to be as short as possible; it seemed as though any little words or personal pronouns were dropped constantly!? But overall, this was a fast and entertaining read.
I really liked the scene-setting in this book and thought that the author created a perfect gloomy atmosphere to match his gritty story. This was a very modern thriller with lots of relevant cultural references which really added to my reading experience and gave an element of realism to the story.
I did find it hard to distinguish between characters at times as there were SO many to keep track of, but I found the protagonist Fenchurch very interesting. I also liked that the author included a transgender character, again making this very relevant to issues that are gaining more awareness in society of late.
I have mixed feelings about the ending of this book: some aspects were satisfying but other things were left open and will require the reader to continue with the series to get answers.
It did take me a little while to get used to the writing style of this book as the author seemed to want his sentences to be as short as possible; it seemed as though any little words or personal pronouns were dropped constantly!? But overall, this was a fast and entertaining read.
September 6, 2022
I have recently got back into reading Ed James novels and enjoying them. This is the fourth book in the DI Fenchurch series which I have not read in order but it hasn’t spoilt my enjoyment.
DI Simon Fenchurch is called in to investigate the death of a university student after she is found dead, strangled in her bedroom. The victim appears to be a popular student who had a bright future ahead but Fenchurch discovers that she was leading a secret double life working on explicit webcam sites. There is a general reluctance for witnesses to come forward Fenchurch is starting to make enemies of his own that is threatening to impact his family life.
With no shortage of suspects but little to no evidence Fenchurch faces a difficult task to solve this case. His superiors seem to be waiting for him to fail and to finish off his career. Fenchurch faces pressure in the job but also danger.
DI Simon Fenchurch is a gritty character with a dark past that makes excellent reading added to the interesting plots. Good police procedural series.
DI Simon Fenchurch is called in to investigate the death of a university student after she is found dead, strangled in her bedroom. The victim appears to be a popular student who had a bright future ahead but Fenchurch discovers that she was leading a secret double life working on explicit webcam sites. There is a general reluctance for witnesses to come forward Fenchurch is starting to make enemies of his own that is threatening to impact his family life.
With no shortage of suspects but little to no evidence Fenchurch faces a difficult task to solve this case. His superiors seem to be waiting for him to fail and to finish off his career. Fenchurch faces pressure in the job but also danger.
DI Simon Fenchurch is a gritty character with a dark past that makes excellent reading added to the interesting plots. Good police procedural series.
April 17, 2018
Just finished In For The Kill, the 4th Fenchurch book. I don’t usually write reviews and I’ve hardly had any time to read at the moment. However, as soon as I started reading this book, I was reading on the train and at lunch time. It is fast paced and having read all 4 books of this series, I really care about what happens to Fenchurch as well as finding out who the murderer is!
Just as well Book 5 is due out in August because I can’t wait to read what happens next.
Now off to read Travel is Dangerous, a Cullen and Bain short. Cullen is another of Ed’s series. Ed makes you feel for his characters and I love Cullen.
Just as well Book 5 is due out in August because I can’t wait to read what happens next.
Now off to read Travel is Dangerous, a Cullen and Bain short. Cullen is another of Ed’s series. Ed makes you feel for his characters and I love Cullen.
August 15, 2018
I said this in an earlier review and it's just as true with this book: Fenchurch needs to spend more time with his wife.
This book was good. It moved along quite well but did seem to bog down just as things were coming to a head. And then the ending was rather rushed. The very ending; the last scene or two. Still, I like living in the world this author creates.
Now we have to wait to find out what decisions are made by the Fenchurch family. Simon's life, whether he stays or changes his situation, will be difficult.
As usual, Michael Page does a great job. His American accent made me smile though.
This book was good. It moved along quite well but did seem to bog down just as things were coming to a head. And then the ending was rather rushed. The very ending; the last scene or two. Still, I like living in the world this author creates.
Now we have to wait to find out what decisions are made by the Fenchurch family. Simon's life, whether he stays or changes his situation, will be difficult.
As usual, Michael Page does a great job. His American accent made me smile though.
April 27, 2018
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I really enjoyed this one, the pace was spot on and I was gripped as soon as I started reading the story!
The characters work so well together – their development is great, I was really drawn to them and would definitely want to read more about them. Fenchurch is a great, strong main character. The plot was one I could really get my teeth into!
The writing style was spot on, four stars from me, very highly recommended!!
I really enjoyed this one, the pace was spot on and I was gripped as soon as I started reading the story!
The characters work so well together – their development is great, I was really drawn to them and would definitely want to read more about them. Fenchurch is a great, strong main character. The plot was one I could really get my teeth into!
The writing style was spot on, four stars from me, very highly recommended!!
May 17, 2018
I received a Kindle copy of this book through a Goodreads giveaway. Aggressively set in 2016 (constant mentions of popular songs and other time-setting elements), this is a pretty straightforward detective novel. It’s a fast read, but the many characters can get confusing at times and I felt like many of the characters needed more development. However, I just learned that this is in the middle of a series, so perhaps ongoing readers of the series wouldn’t find the characters lacking as I did. I didn’t mind the book, but not sure I’ll be seeking out others in this series.
September 4, 2018
Continuation of the DI Fenchurch series. Fenchurch and Reed continue to follow up leads whilst discovering a “Cam Girl/Boy ring which leads to murder. “Chloe Fenchurch” appears in one of the video’s hence Fenchurch’s concern for her health and well being. Zachary Thomas seems to be the brains behind the scheme but as DCI Docherty gets Cancer and can no longer stay as the boss, DCI Fuller inherits the role and with DI Mullholland being one of his favourites Fenchurch is left to defend himself and his, Abi & Chloe’s future!! All makes for an interesting read
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February 26, 2025Continues the story of Fenchurch's relationship with his daughter and brings in Abi's parents as well as Fenchurch's dad.
And Fenchurch struggles to get on with fellow DI Mulholland who is gaining more power after their boss, also Fenchurch' s mentor and protector becomes ill.
The crime takes place at Southwark Uni, once attended by Abi and Reed and the place where Chloe /Jen is now studying. Covers some issues like students stripping on Web cams to make money and chips with the cost of student loans. And dealing with a far right Rector.
And Fenchurch struggles to get on with fellow DI Mulholland who is gaining more power after their boss, also Fenchurch' s mentor and protector becomes ill.
The crime takes place at Southwark Uni, once attended by Abi and Reed and the place where Chloe /Jen is now studying. Covers some issues like students stripping on Web cams to make money and chips with the cost of student loans. And dealing with a far right Rector.
May 7, 2018
Fenchurch
As always, a fantastic read! I want to keep turning pages quickly to find out what is happening next but at the same time I have to reel myself. I remind myself to savor the time I am spending with this people. Because as I read the last page, I have been so drawn into the lives and stories of this series, I feel slightly defeated but oh, so excited for the next book! Thank you for sharing your talent & continuing to provide stellar novels.
As always, a fantastic read! I want to keep turning pages quickly to find out what is happening next but at the same time I have to reel myself. I remind myself to savor the time I am spending with this people. Because as I read the last page, I have been so drawn into the lives and stories of this series, I feel slightly defeated but oh, so excited for the next book! Thank you for sharing your talent & continuing to provide stellar novels.
May 4, 2025
DI Simon Fenchurch is called to a murder scene at Southwark University, a female student brutally strangled in her bedroom during the night. This is the same university where his daughter is a student and Simon is confronted by the challenges of having an independent, adult daughter who he can do little to protect from the evils of the world. Another complex, fast-paced instalment in the series which I highly recommend.
May 4, 2018
Ed James delivers again! A terrific addition to the DI Fenchurch series. Love the way the author provides the reader with the protagonist’s stream of consciousness. All of the Fenchurch books are complicated plots with many characters, all of which makes me invested in the book. Anxiously waiting for the next installment....another Ed James cliffhanger. Loved the book.
May 6, 2018
Constant action, increasingly complicated plot line, well woven characters,- this is a very good book. It is the first that I've read by this author, but will not be the last. will now find the first three. It's amazing how the author can continue to build the story and, at the same time, manage to keep us off guard about the ending.
July 26, 2018
Review of In for the Kill
I loved reading this book. It was a really well written book. I have‘ not read any of the other books in this series, but greatly look forward to reading them and all other books written by this author. I won this book through a giveaway on Goodreads website.
I loved reading this book. It was a really well written book. I have‘ not read any of the other books in this series, but greatly look forward to reading them and all other books written by this author. I won this book through a giveaway on Goodreads website.
January 21, 2019
There was definitely a lot of action-packed scenes and some exciting twists but I never really got behind the main character and his life. I mean, all the things that apparently happened to him before this book? Wow! His life sucks!
That aside, the story was a bit repetitive at times, reminding us of the guy's knee for one.
That aside, the story was a bit repetitive at times, reminding us of the guy's knee for one.
December 9, 2020
I'm not sure I can continue with this series, I at least need a break. I thought I hadn't read it before, but I did recognize some things, so I must have. I stopped here last time as well, so maybe this series just isn't for me.
The writing is ok and the mystery is fine, I just can't handle how the characters are written. Since I am a big character reader it's hard for me to keep going.
The writing is ok and the mystery is fine, I just can't handle how the characters are written. Since I am a big character reader it's hard for me to keep going.
October 2, 2021
In for the kill⭐⭐⭐⭐
The more I read from this series the more I enjoy it.I am enjoying the characters more now and the storylines.Ed James is so good at writing the series and the more I read I enjoy how he works it all out.Definitely give the series a try especially of you love police dramas ⭐⭐⭐⭐
The more I read from this series the more I enjoy it.I am enjoying the characters more now and the storylines.Ed James is so good at writing the series and the more I read I enjoy how he works it all out.Definitely give the series a try especially of you love police dramas ⭐⭐⭐⭐
June 3, 2022
While I appreciate a good who-dunnit, I didn't get far in before I was turned-off with DI Fenchurch's prejudices against the president of the USA, considering him a "fascist", and people who support him "don't read books". What a huge mistake this author has made. Returning this one barely read. I won't be picking up any more of this author's books.
April 28, 2018
Never a dull moment!
Great story and great writing as ever. Even coaxed a tear or two when Fenchurch was starting to see some progress in his relationship with Chloe. Looking forward to the next Fenchurch!
Great story and great writing as ever. Even coaxed a tear or two when Fenchurch was starting to see some progress in his relationship with Chloe. Looking forward to the next Fenchurch!
July 2, 2018
Another great addition
Love the Fenchurch series and this latest one didn't disappoint. Great story and believable characters, I can't wait for the next one to see where the story goes. I would recommend starting at the first book as you'd be missing out if you didn't.
Love the Fenchurch series and this latest one didn't disappoint. Great story and believable characters, I can't wait for the next one to see where the story goes. I would recommend starting at the first book as you'd be missing out if you didn't.
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