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D.I. Hannah Robbins #3
Fighting Monsters
24 hours after he walked away from court a free man, cop killer and gang leader Simon Talbot is found murdered. In his possession; the name of a protected witness from his trial.
For DI Hannah Robbins, it's a race against time to find Talbot's killer, and locate the bystander before it's too late.
But as Hannah delves deeper into the past, she begins to question the integrity of the whole operation.
Where do you turn when you can’t trust the police?
For DI Hannah Robbins, it's a race against time to find Talbot's killer, and locate the bystander before it's too late.
But as Hannah delves deeper into the past, she begins to question the integrity of the whole operation.
Where do you turn when you can’t trust the police?
337 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 15, 2018
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Rebecca Bradley
19 books264 followersRebecca Bradley is a retired police detective who lives in the UK with her family and her two cockapoo's Alfie and Lola. They keep her company while she writes. Rebecca needs to drink copious amounts of tea to function throughout the day and if she could, she would survive on a diet of tea and cake while committing murder on a regular basis, in her writing of course.
To download a FREE novella of THREE WEEKS DEAD visit her website at rebeccabradleycrime.com
You can always chat with her on Twitter where she can be found spending far too much of her time at @RebeccaJBradley
To download a FREE novella of THREE WEEKS DEAD visit her website at rebeccabradleycrime.com
You can always chat with her on Twitter where she can be found spending far too much of her time at @RebeccaJBradley
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September 24, 2018
Fighting Monsters is the third book in the DI Hannah Robbins crime series. I personally would advise reading the books in order to get the most out of the series as a lot of events that have happened in the previous books are mentioned in the others.
This has been a series so far where as soon as I've finished one book, I've very much been looking forward to the next one in the series. I really enjoy Hannah's character and how her and the team work together in solving the cases. It certainly isn't all plain sailing. Not when there's a new member for them to get used to.
The story certainly takes some surprising twists and turns and at times I found myself getting overly emotional. That's where this author excels for me, what is happening to the characters not only affects them, it affects the reader also. All the emotions flow from the pages directly onto the reader.
Fighting Monsters is yet another dark and compelling read in the series. It feels very much more authentic than some other crime books out there as you can tell that the author draws from her own background, making it a much more believable reading experience. As usual, I am left desperate for more and can't wait for the fourth book to come out.
This has been a series so far where as soon as I've finished one book, I've very much been looking forward to the next one in the series. I really enjoy Hannah's character and how her and the team work together in solving the cases. It certainly isn't all plain sailing. Not when there's a new member for them to get used to.
The story certainly takes some surprising twists and turns and at times I found myself getting overly emotional. That's where this author excels for me, what is happening to the characters not only affects them, it affects the reader also. All the emotions flow from the pages directly onto the reader.
Fighting Monsters is yet another dark and compelling read in the series. It feels very much more authentic than some other crime books out there as you can tell that the author draws from her own background, making it a much more believable reading experience. As usual, I am left desperate for more and can't wait for the fourth book to come out.
December 26, 2019
3.5 stars.
Backtracking again. This one had a very slow start and then got heaps better with a few good twists. That's all I've got to say.
Backtracking again. This one had a very slow start and then got heaps better with a few good twists. That's all I've got to say.
April 29, 2022
Rebecca Bradley has done it again with this dark gritty book 3 of the D I Robbins series.
A man walks free from court after being found not guilty of killing a police officer next day he is dead…
So who wanted him dead a gang rival or maybe even a police officer??
Soon more witnesses end up dead and it is a race against time for Hannah and her team to find out if they have a bent police officer or if there is someone else out there doing the killing….
At times this was a very emotional read. As the characters go through a mixture of emotions I find myself in that same situation this is down to some brilliant writing from Rebecca.
So many twists and turns it took me quite a while before I had an inkling as to who the killer was but was still shocked by the ending.
Cannot get enough of this series really hope we have many more stories to come with our top cop D I Hannah Robins. She is an amazing lead character and has a wonderful team around her.
Cannot praise Rebecca Bradley enough these stories have me gripped from start to finish!!
Also as an audiobook listener I have to say this series has first class narration really brings the characters and the storyline to life!!
A man walks free from court after being found not guilty of killing a police officer next day he is dead…
So who wanted him dead a gang rival or maybe even a police officer??
Soon more witnesses end up dead and it is a race against time for Hannah and her team to find out if they have a bent police officer or if there is someone else out there doing the killing….
At times this was a very emotional read. As the characters go through a mixture of emotions I find myself in that same situation this is down to some brilliant writing from Rebecca.
So many twists and turns it took me quite a while before I had an inkling as to who the killer was but was still shocked by the ending.
Cannot get enough of this series really hope we have many more stories to come with our top cop D I Hannah Robins. She is an amazing lead character and has a wonderful team around her.
Cannot praise Rebecca Bradley enough these stories have me gripped from start to finish!!
Also as an audiobook listener I have to say this series has first class narration really brings the characters and the storyline to life!!
March 9, 2018
Fighting Monsters is the third book in the DI Hannah Robbins series written by former police detective, Rebecca Bradley. I have a confession to make, this is the first full novel from Bradley which I have read. I thoroughly enjoyed her prequel novella published in 2016, Three Weeks Dead but haven’t managed to fit Shallow Waters (book 1) or Made to be Broken (book 2) into my reading schedule as yet. Having recently finished Fighting Monsters I can assure you that that will indeed change in the near future, so look out for a review or two coming soon.
Change is afoot as the reader is introduced to new girl, Pasha, as she tries to desperately fit into a well-oiled and cohesive unit. Not easy when the shoes she has to fill are those of a recently deceased colleague and well-valued member of the team. Not helped by the arrival of a new DCI who doesn’t have the same work ethic as his predecessor. When Hannah and her team are instructed to investigate the murder of gang boss and suspected cop killer, Simon Talbot, all personal issues are put to one side (or so they should be anyway). With Simon’s grief-stricken brother at her heels, and with many of her colleagues firmly believing that whoever killed Simon Talbot did them all a favour, Robbins finds herself under a great deal of pressure. Not wanting to face the fact that the investigation may take them to places they don’t want to go and, ultimately, the possibility of arresting a fellow police officer…
Bradley’s characters really stood out for me. I enjoyed the working relationship between DI Robbins and her DS, Aaron. I got the feeling there is a lot of history between these two characters and I particularly enjoyed the scenes they shared. I was also interested in the relationship between Hannah and the new girl, Pasha, but this was a whole different dynamic. I felt quite sorry for Pasha. Trying to fit into a well-established team and despite trying your best, every time you open your mouth, reminding those around you exactly what they had lost. I will be interested to see how (and if) Pasha makes her mark in future books.
There were a number of unexpected emotional moments during the story. I really felt for Lee, one of the young PC’s seconded to the team, as we discover he looks after his elderly Nan who suffers from Alzheimer’s and, as a result, leads no life of his own. The reader gets to know Lee and his story, but more importantly, I found Lee fast becoming one of my favourite characters in the book. Other heartbreaking moments involve Simon Talbot’s neighbour and her young son. There is one particular scene where I was perched precariously on the very edge of my seat!
Would I recommend this book? I would. I read it as a standalone and I think it works perfectly well without having read the first two books in the series (I am planning on reading and reviewing both soon, though!). What you get from a Rebecca Bradley novel that you might not find elsewhere is realism. Bradley previously worked as a detective so she knows what she’s talking about and as a fan of the police procedural, I love that. Well worth checking out.
Four out of five stars.
I chose to read and review an eARC of Fighting Monsters. The above review is my own unbiased opinion.
Change is afoot as the reader is introduced to new girl, Pasha, as she tries to desperately fit into a well-oiled and cohesive unit. Not easy when the shoes she has to fill are those of a recently deceased colleague and well-valued member of the team. Not helped by the arrival of a new DCI who doesn’t have the same work ethic as his predecessor. When Hannah and her team are instructed to investigate the murder of gang boss and suspected cop killer, Simon Talbot, all personal issues are put to one side (or so they should be anyway). With Simon’s grief-stricken brother at her heels, and with many of her colleagues firmly believing that whoever killed Simon Talbot did them all a favour, Robbins finds herself under a great deal of pressure. Not wanting to face the fact that the investigation may take them to places they don’t want to go and, ultimately, the possibility of arresting a fellow police officer…
Bradley’s characters really stood out for me. I enjoyed the working relationship between DI Robbins and her DS, Aaron. I got the feeling there is a lot of history between these two characters and I particularly enjoyed the scenes they shared. I was also interested in the relationship between Hannah and the new girl, Pasha, but this was a whole different dynamic. I felt quite sorry for Pasha. Trying to fit into a well-established team and despite trying your best, every time you open your mouth, reminding those around you exactly what they had lost. I will be interested to see how (and if) Pasha makes her mark in future books.
There were a number of unexpected emotional moments during the story. I really felt for Lee, one of the young PC’s seconded to the team, as we discover he looks after his elderly Nan who suffers from Alzheimer’s and, as a result, leads no life of his own. The reader gets to know Lee and his story, but more importantly, I found Lee fast becoming one of my favourite characters in the book. Other heartbreaking moments involve Simon Talbot’s neighbour and her young son. There is one particular scene where I was perched precariously on the very edge of my seat!
Would I recommend this book? I would. I read it as a standalone and I think it works perfectly well without having read the first two books in the series (I am planning on reading and reviewing both soon, though!). What you get from a Rebecca Bradley novel that you might not find elsewhere is realism. Bradley previously worked as a detective so she knows what she’s talking about and as a fan of the police procedural, I love that. Well worth checking out.
Four out of five stars.
I chose to read and review an eARC of Fighting Monsters. The above review is my own unbiased opinion.
June 6, 2018
Thoroughly enjoyed this, the 3rd book in the series. Quite a few twists & turns and kept me guessing til nearly the end. I'm very much hoping there's going to be a 4th book soon!
May 4, 2023
3.5 stars ok, but not quite to the standard of the first two
February 19, 2018
This is the third book in the DI Hannah Robbins series, set in Nottinghamshire. It’s great to see police procedurals set outside of London. I don’t know Nottingham that well but there are some places and things that I can picture. The book starts with a murder suspect being found not guilty of killing a police officer. The verdict hits the Force hard, not least the officer’s former partner, Lee. Less than 24 hours after being released, the suspect is murdered. DI Hannah Robbins and her team are tasked with the job of finding the suspect’s killer. Not an easy job at the best of times but made harder by the fact that they have to consider the possibility that another police officer may be responsible.
As a former DC, Rebecca Bradley writes with authority. She manages to balance giving the reader enough authentic police procedure without detracting from the plot. This is a complex story and what starts with a murder of a suspect, soon escalates into something else. There are some new characters in the team and I particularly liked Pasha, the new DC. I’m looking forward to seeing how she develops in the future. I was also pleased to see that Rebecca Bradley has a character with Asperger’s – DS Aaron Stone. In my opinion (and I have personal family experience), his characterisation has been handled well and he hasn’t been stereotyped.
There are various viewpoints in this novel and that helps to keep the tension and the pace going. Although I had some ideas about who was responsible, I was kept guessing until near the end to find out the complete truth. And we’ve been left with an absolute cliff-hanger. There’s going to have to be another book!
As a former DC, Rebecca Bradley writes with authority. She manages to balance giving the reader enough authentic police procedure without detracting from the plot. This is a complex story and what starts with a murder of a suspect, soon escalates into something else. There are some new characters in the team and I particularly liked Pasha, the new DC. I’m looking forward to seeing how she develops in the future. I was also pleased to see that Rebecca Bradley has a character with Asperger’s – DS Aaron Stone. In my opinion (and I have personal family experience), his characterisation has been handled well and he hasn’t been stereotyped.
There are various viewpoints in this novel and that helps to keep the tension and the pace going. Although I had some ideas about who was responsible, I was kept guessing until near the end to find out the complete truth. And we’ve been left with an absolute cliff-hanger. There’s going to have to be another book!
February 21, 2018
Nottingham’s top female DI is back, for the third instalment of the DI Hannah Robbins series. Believe it or not it has been over a year since Rebecca’s last novel “Made To Be Broken” and her Novella “Three Weeks Dead.”
Living in Nottingham myself I am always excited to read Rebecca’s novels as many of the geographical locations are known and loved. Such as the Pitch and Piano and Hannah’s home next to Nottingham castle.
The story is told from three POVs the DI herself, Pasha who is replacing a popular team member and Lee an officer who has recently been through a traumatic ordeal witnessing the death of his partner during a routine house call.
The story begins as Simon Talbot walks away from a court a free man after the jury find him no guilty of the murder of PC Ken Blake. Simon Talbot is then found murdered in his car the following day and Hannah and her team are called to investigate. But this isn’t an open shut case when the name of a witness in the case against Simon Talbot is found in the car and later found with his tongue cut out.
This isn’t just a procedural crime story; Rebecca adds depth and emotion to the story as Hannah and her team struggle to adjust to their new team members, the new DCI whose ideas differ from his predecessor, the officer from professional standards department and Pasha.
All our favourites are back Hannah’s partner DS Aaron Stone, DCs Martin Thacker and Ross Leavy and CSI Doug Howell.
Rebecca has previously self-published her novels, having recently secured herself an agent she will certainly be a name to watch.
Thank you to Rebecca Bradley for the ARC of Fighting Monsters
Living in Nottingham myself I am always excited to read Rebecca’s novels as many of the geographical locations are known and loved. Such as the Pitch and Piano and Hannah’s home next to Nottingham castle.
The story is told from three POVs the DI herself, Pasha who is replacing a popular team member and Lee an officer who has recently been through a traumatic ordeal witnessing the death of his partner during a routine house call.
The story begins as Simon Talbot walks away from a court a free man after the jury find him no guilty of the murder of PC Ken Blake. Simon Talbot is then found murdered in his car the following day and Hannah and her team are called to investigate. But this isn’t an open shut case when the name of a witness in the case against Simon Talbot is found in the car and later found with his tongue cut out.
This isn’t just a procedural crime story; Rebecca adds depth and emotion to the story as Hannah and her team struggle to adjust to their new team members, the new DCI whose ideas differ from his predecessor, the officer from professional standards department and Pasha.
All our favourites are back Hannah’s partner DS Aaron Stone, DCs Martin Thacker and Ross Leavy and CSI Doug Howell.
Rebecca has previously self-published her novels, having recently secured herself an agent she will certainly be a name to watch.
Thank you to Rebecca Bradley for the ARC of Fighting Monsters
March 2, 2018
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Fighting Monsters is an excellent police procedural novel from Rebecca Bradley. It is the third book in the DI Hannah Robins set in Nottinghamshire. I haven’t read the previous books in this series, but after finishing this book, I will definitely be catching up. Drawing from her own experience from working in the police, Rebecca writes with confidence and she takes you into the heart of the investigation. She is an exciting writer who I am keen to read more from.
The case Hannah and her team face in the latest addition in the series is a distressing one, both to her and her team. A former colleague has been murdered and the man suspected of his killing has just walked free after a non-guilty verdict is delivered at the end of his trial. It is clear that members of the force are upset and angry at the decision, but when the suspect’s body is discovered only twenty four hours later, Hannah must treat it as she would any other murder investigation. And tensions have been running high in her team; could one of them be responsible for this man’s murder? Who can she trust?
From the start of this novel, you know that it isn’t going to be a smooth ride for Hannah as she attempts to solve this murder. She and her colleagues face an unbearable situation, but they must attempt to put that to one side. This certainly isn’t going to be an easy task for the team.
Rebecca tells the novel from several viewpoints; I’m interested to see how Pasha’s character will develop in future books. She is a new member of the team, but Hannah struggles to see past her as being a replacement for a former colleague who they recently lost. It will be interesting to see how Rebecca will continue to explore their working relationship.
I was not expecting the twist at the end of this book. Throughout the story there are certainly some raw emotions which Hannah has to deal with, as do other members of her team and Rebecca writes these scenes really well.
I really can’t believe that I haven’t read the previous books in this series sooner. I will be bumping them right up my TBR pile; I can’t wait to find out more about Hannah and the rest of her team and I’m looking forward to seeing where Rebecca takes them next. Thank you to Rebecca Bradley for providing me with a copy of the book to review and for inviting me to take part in the blog tour.
Fighting Monsters is an excellent police procedural novel from Rebecca Bradley. It is the third book in the DI Hannah Robins set in Nottinghamshire. I haven’t read the previous books in this series, but after finishing this book, I will definitely be catching up. Drawing from her own experience from working in the police, Rebecca writes with confidence and she takes you into the heart of the investigation. She is an exciting writer who I am keen to read more from.
The case Hannah and her team face in the latest addition in the series is a distressing one, both to her and her team. A former colleague has been murdered and the man suspected of his killing has just walked free after a non-guilty verdict is delivered at the end of his trial. It is clear that members of the force are upset and angry at the decision, but when the suspect’s body is discovered only twenty four hours later, Hannah must treat it as she would any other murder investigation. And tensions have been running high in her team; could one of them be responsible for this man’s murder? Who can she trust?
From the start of this novel, you know that it isn’t going to be a smooth ride for Hannah as she attempts to solve this murder. She and her colleagues face an unbearable situation, but they must attempt to put that to one side. This certainly isn’t going to be an easy task for the team.
Rebecca tells the novel from several viewpoints; I’m interested to see how Pasha’s character will develop in future books. She is a new member of the team, but Hannah struggles to see past her as being a replacement for a former colleague who they recently lost. It will be interesting to see how Rebecca will continue to explore their working relationship.
I was not expecting the twist at the end of this book. Throughout the story there are certainly some raw emotions which Hannah has to deal with, as do other members of her team and Rebecca writes these scenes really well.
I really can’t believe that I haven’t read the previous books in this series sooner. I will be bumping them right up my TBR pile; I can’t wait to find out more about Hannah and the rest of her team and I’m looking forward to seeing where Rebecca takes them next. Thank you to Rebecca Bradley for providing me with a copy of the book to review and for inviting me to take part in the blog tour.
February 22, 2018
A fast paced police procedural that will keep you guessing.
“24 hours after he walked away from court a free man, cop killer and gang leader Simon Talbot is found murdered...For DI Hannah Robbins, it's a race against time to find Talbot's killer...But as Hannah delves deeper into the past, she begins to question the integrity of the whole operation. Where do you turn when you can’t trust the police?”
I’m a big crime fiction series fan, much preferring to follow a group of characters through many stories rather than investing in them only to say goodbye after one book. I remember when I read the first Hannah Robbins book, Shallow Waters, I hoped this would be a long running series character. I’m happy to say that with this third instalment the author has brilliantly developed not only the main character but the supporting cast too. It was good to meet some familiar members of the team again as well as a couple of new characters to spice up the mix.
As usual Rebecca Bradley’s insider knowledge of police procedures adds authenticity to the plot and descriptions. Instead of being distracted from the story by thoughts of “they wouldn’t do that!”, I knew I could pick up this book and enjoy a clever, detailed and realistic plot. Things got very twisty, which is just how I like my crime fiction. No details for fear of spoilers.
Highly recommended for fans of police procedurals but I urge you to read the earlier books in the series first.
“24 hours after he walked away from court a free man, cop killer and gang leader Simon Talbot is found murdered...For DI Hannah Robbins, it's a race against time to find Talbot's killer...But as Hannah delves deeper into the past, she begins to question the integrity of the whole operation. Where do you turn when you can’t trust the police?”
I’m a big crime fiction series fan, much preferring to follow a group of characters through many stories rather than investing in them only to say goodbye after one book. I remember when I read the first Hannah Robbins book, Shallow Waters, I hoped this would be a long running series character. I’m happy to say that with this third instalment the author has brilliantly developed not only the main character but the supporting cast too. It was good to meet some familiar members of the team again as well as a couple of new characters to spice up the mix.
As usual Rebecca Bradley’s insider knowledge of police procedures adds authenticity to the plot and descriptions. Instead of being distracted from the story by thoughts of “they wouldn’t do that!”, I knew I could pick up this book and enjoy a clever, detailed and realistic plot. Things got very twisty, which is just how I like my crime fiction. No details for fear of spoilers.
Highly recommended for fans of police procedurals but I urge you to read the earlier books in the series first.
February 21, 2018
5 stars from me!
Fighting Monsters is a great book in the DI Hannah Robbins series of novels.
In addition to Hannah herself, there are some really good and strong characters who are brought to life within the pages of the book.
Lee's character was very clear to me and his sadness seemed to ooze off the pages.
Pasha - who tries so hard - became clearer as the book went on, I look forward to reading more about her.
I also really enjoyed Aaron's role within the book and I am very pleased that his Aspergers is written so well and so respectfully. Hannah went up even further in my estimations for her interactions with him.
I love the way Rebecca Bradley writes and have also enjoyed her previous books - the fact that she is a former DC must go some way to adding credibility to her words I guess and Fighting Monsters rings all too true as you delve deeper into the story.
As ever, I have no intention of giving any of the storyline away, suffice it to say this is a great crime/police thriller and I would recommend that you download the back catalogue and then treat yourself to all of Rebecca Bradley's books in order!
Fighting Monsters is a great book in the DI Hannah Robbins series of novels.
In addition to Hannah herself, there are some really good and strong characters who are brought to life within the pages of the book.
Lee's character was very clear to me and his sadness seemed to ooze off the pages.
Pasha - who tries so hard - became clearer as the book went on, I look forward to reading more about her.
I also really enjoyed Aaron's role within the book and I am very pleased that his Aspergers is written so well and so respectfully. Hannah went up even further in my estimations for her interactions with him.
I love the way Rebecca Bradley writes and have also enjoyed her previous books - the fact that she is a former DC must go some way to adding credibility to her words I guess and Fighting Monsters rings all too true as you delve deeper into the story.
As ever, I have no intention of giving any of the storyline away, suffice it to say this is a great crime/police thriller and I would recommend that you download the back catalogue and then treat yourself to all of Rebecca Bradley's books in order!
February 22, 2018
I was looking forward to reading the latest Hannah Robbins book, its always nice to return to a favourite character. Most of the team have returned, and there are a few additions. Like Hannah, I wasn’t entirely sure how to feel about Sally’s replacement but I think she will grow on me. She is gutsy, and determined to put her past behind her and be an important member of the team.
I think there is a lot of the author in these books. The grieving process that a team of officers goes through feels real and is not something I have read in other crime books and have it mean as much. The determination that they solve it on their own without the help or otherwise from professional standards. And there is the attention to detail, she shows that even the most mundane of jobs is important to an investigation.
There was a few times that I had a lump in my throat, none of which I can say much about because of spoilers but one of them shows that there will definitely be another book to look forward to in the future.
I think there is a lot of the author in these books. The grieving process that a team of officers goes through feels real and is not something I have read in other crime books and have it mean as much. The determination that they solve it on their own without the help or otherwise from professional standards. And there is the attention to detail, she shows that even the most mundane of jobs is important to an investigation.
There was a few times that I had a lump in my throat, none of which I can say much about because of spoilers but one of them shows that there will definitely be another book to look forward to in the future.
February 19, 2018
This is the third Hannah Robbins book (although there is also a prequel as well) but if you haven't read the earlier books, you could read this as a stand-alone. Having said that, there are a few things mentioned in this book, that happened in the first two. I would suggest going back and reading the other books.
This time, Hannah is faced with the murder of a local criminal who has just been found not guilty of killing a police officer. Everyone believes that he was guilty and as a result tensions are running high. As another two killings happen to people involved in the trial, Hannah has to rush to get to the bottom of what is going on before more people die.
I read this quite quickly because I really enjoyed the story and wanted to know what was going to happen. I did guess some things, but not everything.
This was another great Hannah Robbins book and I'm looking forward to reading more in the series when they come out.
This time, Hannah is faced with the murder of a local criminal who has just been found not guilty of killing a police officer. Everyone believes that he was guilty and as a result tensions are running high. As another two killings happen to people involved in the trial, Hannah has to rush to get to the bottom of what is going on before more people die.
I read this quite quickly because I really enjoyed the story and wanted to know what was going to happen. I did guess some things, but not everything.
This was another great Hannah Robbins book and I'm looking forward to reading more in the series when they come out.
February 27, 2018
Soooooooooo worth the wait for book 3 in the DI Hannah Robbins series! Along with the characters we've come to know in the previous two books, we are introduced to some new members of the team. Some of whom are easier to deal with than others for Hannah, given that one of them is a replacement for her friend and colleague, Sally.
This time Hannah and her team are tasked with investigating a murder of a gang boss who killed another police officer.
Only this time, there is a problem. Is another officer involved with the murder?
Time will tell, along side a lot of leg work and stress on those involved.
I have to say, this was absolutely brilliant! I've been thoroughly gripped by Hannah since the first book and eagerly anticipated the release of this. I really enjoyed the relationship between Hannah and her team, especially the loyalty to her number two, Aaron.
This time Hannah and her team are tasked with investigating a murder of a gang boss who killed another police officer.
Only this time, there is a problem. Is another officer involved with the murder?
Time will tell, along side a lot of leg work and stress on those involved.
I have to say, this was absolutely brilliant! I've been thoroughly gripped by Hannah since the first book and eagerly anticipated the release of this. I really enjoyed the relationship between Hannah and her team, especially the loyalty to her number two, Aaron.
June 10, 2022
This is a gripping and intense read!
And I couldn't put it down! And, I couldn't go to bed until I finished reading this book!. I have read a few police procedurals where there was a gang, or a bent cop or two. But never before have I read a book like this one. I would say that our author saw, or worked on crimes similar to this. It seemed to be very factual! Our characters are getting good development, and we are getting to know them, and what motivates them. This could be a standalone book, but I truly advise everyone to start with the first one as yoh will understand a.lot more about these officers and the cases which drive them!
And I couldn't put it down! And, I couldn't go to bed until I finished reading this book!. I have read a few police procedurals where there was a gang, or a bent cop or two. But never before have I read a book like this one. I would say that our author saw, or worked on crimes similar to this. It seemed to be very factual! Our characters are getting good development, and we are getting to know them, and what motivates them. This could be a standalone book, but I truly advise everyone to start with the first one as yoh will understand a.lot more about these officers and the cases which drive them!
April 13, 2018
The DI Hannah Robbins series by Rebecca Bradley and set in Nottingham is somewhat underrated, in my opinion. The writing is excellent, the characters are well-drawn and the writer's experience in the police force lends her stories a real sense of authenticity. In this third instalment, Hannah is dealing with the murder of a gangster recently exonerated of a series of crimes and the increasing number of deaths surrounding the case. To make matters worse, she fears that there is a corrupt copper releasing information. A very satisfying read!
August 2, 2022
Good solid read
This is a good police procedural thriller set in my home town of Nottingham which is a novelty as I am familiar with most of the locations in this book. This a good solid read with good characters and an excellent female !read detective .The story was engrossing and moved along at a good pace that kept me gripped until the end. I will definitely read the next instalment as the ending was a big cliffhanger. I recommend this book to anybody who enjoys reading good solid police procedural thrillers.
This is a good police procedural thriller set in my home town of Nottingham which is a novelty as I am familiar with most of the locations in this book. This a good solid read with good characters and an excellent female !read detective .The story was engrossing and moved along at a good pace that kept me gripped until the end. I will definitely read the next instalment as the ending was a big cliffhanger. I recommend this book to anybody who enjoys reading good solid police procedural thrillers.
February 6, 2019
Riveting book
This story kept you wonder with each page what was going to happen next. The characters and storyline are real and enjoyable. The author has the ability to create characters you can empathize with and want to know more about them. Hannah is a strong heroine who has the respect of her team and deserves to go far in her chosen profession. I look forward to reading the next book in this series.
This story kept you wonder with each page what was going to happen next. The characters and storyline are real and enjoyable. The author has the ability to create characters you can empathize with and want to know more about them. Hannah is a strong heroine who has the respect of her team and deserves to go far in her chosen profession. I look forward to reading the next book in this series.
November 13, 2021
I very much admire all Rebecca Bradley's books. The thing about Hannah Robbins is that she makes tea for her squad. While tough women are trending in crime literature, Hannah is someone who tries to nurture and protect the police who work in her unit. And she mostly fails. In the meantime, she is also trying to put together a life or her own outside the job. Sometimes she fails at this also, and sometimes not.
February 23, 2023
Cops & Killers
The murder of a gangster acquitted of killing a cop leads Hannah and her team down a rabbit hole of duplicity and violence.
Although I did not find the story line riveting it was well done. It progressed and held y interest. It was highly unlikely that they would have let the cop who was present at the first cop's murder help in the present investigation it still was a decent read.
The murder of a gangster acquitted of killing a cop leads Hannah and her team down a rabbit hole of duplicity and violence.
Although I did not find the story line riveting it was well done. It progressed and held y interest. It was highly unlikely that they would have let the cop who was present at the first cop's murder help in the present investigation it still was a decent read.
February 28, 2020
Back on Track
In reading this third book of the series, I was happy to see that it was a whodunnit. I had a pretty good idea whodunnit and early on, but I wasn’t certain. I especially like the complexity and diversity of some of the main characters, and I will be reading the rest of the series.
In reading this third book of the series, I was happy to see that it was a whodunnit. I had a pretty good idea whodunnit and early on, but I wasn’t certain. I especially like the complexity and diversity of some of the main characters, and I will be reading the rest of the series.
February 19, 2018
Another excellent book from Rebecca Bradley involving old fashioned gang culture and possible police corruption. Can be read as a stand-alone but to get the most out of it read the two previous books in the series.
February 25, 2018
Fabulous!
Another well written crime thriller from Rebecca Bradley! I'm Notts born and bred so it feels like I'm actually in the middle of her crime scenes as I read. Excellent stuff! I'm looking forward to the next one!!!!
Another well written crime thriller from Rebecca Bradley! I'm Notts born and bred so it feels like I'm actually in the middle of her crime scenes as I read. Excellent stuff! I'm looking forward to the next one!!!!
March 8, 2018
Good read
I enjoyed this book, however, I had figured out who had done it quite quickly and was hoping to be wrong. I liked the twist at the end and hope to read of Aaron's recovery.
I enjoyed this book, however, I had figured out who had done it quite quickly and was hoping to be wrong. I liked the twist at the end and hope to read of Aaron's recovery.
June 16, 2021
Compelling story
Brilliant storyline I found it hard to put down!Fascinating how Hannah and her team proceed with the case along many twists and turns along with an unexpected ending A great read
Brilliant storyline I found it hard to put down!Fascinating how Hannah and her team proceed with the case along many twists and turns along with an unexpected ending A great read
March 5, 2018
More Hannah
What a surprise ending love the team of characters in these books can't wait for the next one hope it's soon
What a surprise ending love the team of characters in these books can't wait for the next one hope it's soon
April 3, 2018
Book 3
Cannot wait to start book 4. Although the case is solved there are still answers needed. I just hope book four is available or what am I going to do. Another fantastic read.
Cannot wait to start book 4. Although the case is solved there are still answers needed. I just hope book four is available or what am I going to do. Another fantastic read.
May 24, 2018
This multi-character view point crime procedural is fast-paced and filled with surprises.
May 28, 2018
The books just keep on getting better and better . Whens the next one?
June 8, 2018
Another cracking plot.
Love this series and can not wait for the next one, after leaving us with a bit of a cliff hanger!!!
Love this series and can not wait for the next one, after leaving us with a bit of a cliff hanger!!!
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