What do you think?
DS Lasser #17
Blood Bought
Darkening woodland, a typical Wigan night, the wind blowing the rain hammering down and someone dies badly.
This is only the start of a series of events that will have Lasser and the team locked in a battle with someone who is seemingly killing at random.
But things are not always as they appear and Lasser soon learns that the killer is harbouring a deep seated hatred a hatred that spans years and is now totally out of control.
As if that weren't bad enough Lasser's personal life is about to go into free fall, as he realises that things are changing and he can do nothing to stop the inevitable heartache and despair that will follow.
Riven by torment he tries to concentrate on the case in hand as his dreams are shattered.
But things are about to get a whole lot worse as he battles his way to the truth, hoping against hope that somewhere along the line salvation will be found.
And all the time the killer hides in the shadows seeking revenge while the black dog follows Lasser every step of the way.
This is only the start of a series of events that will have Lasser and the team locked in a battle with someone who is seemingly killing at random.
But things are not always as they appear and Lasser soon learns that the killer is harbouring a deep seated hatred a hatred that spans years and is now totally out of control.
As if that weren't bad enough Lasser's personal life is about to go into free fall, as he realises that things are changing and he can do nothing to stop the inevitable heartache and despair that will follow.
Riven by torment he tries to concentrate on the case in hand as his dreams are shattered.
But things are about to get a whole lot worse as he battles his way to the truth, hoping against hope that somewhere along the line salvation will be found.
And all the time the killer hides in the shadows seeking revenge while the black dog follows Lasser every step of the way.
- GenresThriller
511 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 18, 2018
About the author
Robin Roughley
47 books149 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
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 30 of 30 reviews
May 21, 2018
Well I didn’t know whether to cheer for the victor or feel afraid for every man in Wigan in the opening pages. All I knew for sure was that a slime ball had met his deserving end and the one that gave out his ultimate punishment had enjoyed it too much. What a start! Wigan had acquired another psycho that was on a mission and that meant Lasser and Co. were really going to have their work cut out. This was one ultra fit lady and I don’t mean the way she looked.
How I love this series as every single story is just so very unique. As darkness falls on the outskirts of Wigan a new game has begun. But looking the part and being able to deliver the goods are two different things, especially when you throw in the real McCoy with a lady that could give Lara Croft a run for her money. Bloody hell this was game on! An absolute belting story that kept making me cheer on the wrong person for the right reasons. The deaths were happening pretty regular, including one of an innocent young woman.
As Lasser’s personal life seems to take yet another nose drive he throws himself even more into work. Boy has he got low self-esteem issues! He definitely doesn’t see what others see. There are some huge changes on the horizon for a lot of the team and at one point it had me go weak at the knees! The novel is quite lengthy at over 500 pages but one that you can’t help but keep pace with, although I did slow and savour one or two moments.
It all has a very happening now feel about it, the trends, the darker side into internet uses and some of the sad people in society that the system is definitely letting slip through the net and not getting the help they need. With a few new threads well and truly set, the next Lasser book already has some pretty exciting possibilities lined up. This is the 17th book in the series, not to mention a couple of extra spin offs and each time I finish I long for the next. The Lasser books are still my number one series. Next please!
How I love this series as every single story is just so very unique. As darkness falls on the outskirts of Wigan a new game has begun. But looking the part and being able to deliver the goods are two different things, especially when you throw in the real McCoy with a lady that could give Lara Croft a run for her money. Bloody hell this was game on! An absolute belting story that kept making me cheer on the wrong person for the right reasons. The deaths were happening pretty regular, including one of an innocent young woman.
As Lasser’s personal life seems to take yet another nose drive he throws himself even more into work. Boy has he got low self-esteem issues! He definitely doesn’t see what others see. There are some huge changes on the horizon for a lot of the team and at one point it had me go weak at the knees! The novel is quite lengthy at over 500 pages but one that you can’t help but keep pace with, although I did slow and savour one or two moments.
It all has a very happening now feel about it, the trends, the darker side into internet uses and some of the sad people in society that the system is definitely letting slip through the net and not getting the help they need. With a few new threads well and truly set, the next Lasser book already has some pretty exciting possibilities lined up. This is the 17th book in the series, not to mention a couple of extra spin offs and each time I finish I long for the next. The Lasser books are still my number one series. Next please!
May 18, 2018
My reviews of Robin Roughleys books must be very boring. The reason is I love every one of them.
As soon as I receive one of his books everything, shopping, housework etc goes on hold.
I must admit though, this has to be my favourite.
I laughed, cried and ended up with a great big smile on my face.
As usual I will end with my plea, hurry up with Lasser 18.
As soon as I receive one of his books everything, shopping, housework etc goes on hold.
I must admit though, this has to be my favourite.
I laughed, cried and ended up with a great big smile on my face.
As usual I will end with my plea, hurry up with Lasser 18.
May 20, 2018
He's done it again, the master of your emotions draws you into the story, to hold you captivate until the last word. I've had the Same feeling after finishing each book in this series, absolutely convinced he would find it impossible to improve on the last one. How wrong can you be?
The story grabs your imagination from the first page, a heartstopping speedy Chase through a wet dark woodland, scary, definitely, as the predator is determined to catch his prey, a young lady, running for her life.
Next minute, I was laughing like a loon, at the banter between the three main characters. Then I was weeping like a heartbroken child, followed by unbelievable anger.
But that's the result of fantastic writing, by an author who reaches all the senses others miss.
This plot and storyline is explosive in so many ways, yet also beautifully gentle and emotional. Truly a mind grabbing and exciting British Crime Novel, not to be missed, if your into edge of your seat reading. Robin Roughley is the master at taking you through, all your emotions at breakneck speed, then slowing you down to a gentle trot, a very very clever storyteller!
The regular characters Lasser, Bannister, Odette etc are all on top form as always, New characters are extremely well thought out, some testing your patience, others pulling on you sympathy.
Brilliant writing and exciting read!!!
The story grabs your imagination from the first page, a heartstopping speedy Chase through a wet dark woodland, scary, definitely, as the predator is determined to catch his prey, a young lady, running for her life.
Next minute, I was laughing like a loon, at the banter between the three main characters. Then I was weeping like a heartbroken child, followed by unbelievable anger.
But that's the result of fantastic writing, by an author who reaches all the senses others miss.
This plot and storyline is explosive in so many ways, yet also beautifully gentle and emotional. Truly a mind grabbing and exciting British Crime Novel, not to be missed, if your into edge of your seat reading. Robin Roughley is the master at taking you through, all your emotions at breakneck speed, then slowing you down to a gentle trot, a very very clever storyteller!
The regular characters Lasser, Bannister, Odette etc are all on top form as always, New characters are extremely well thought out, some testing your patience, others pulling on you sympathy.
Brilliant writing and exciting read!!!
June 6, 2018
Love this team
Well I have to say this is the best one yet. I just love Lasser and the team and the fact the villains get their just deserts. This is how it should be. I was pleased to see Plymouth making a fleeting appearance too.
The storyline was very well written and I, for one, wasn’t sorry for the victims. They deserved everything they got, for years they thought they’d got away with it and it came back to haunt them. As they say, karma is a bitch.
I always feel sad when I’ve finished one if robins books as there’s always plenty to get your teeth into and lots to read and, I for one, can’t wait for the next one.
Well I have to say this is the best one yet. I just love Lasser and the team and the fact the villains get their just deserts. This is how it should be. I was pleased to see Plymouth making a fleeting appearance too.
The storyline was very well written and I, for one, wasn’t sorry for the victims. They deserved everything they got, for years they thought they’d got away with it and it came back to haunt them. As they say, karma is a bitch.
I always feel sad when I’ve finished one if robins books as there’s always plenty to get your teeth into and lots to read and, I for one, can’t wait for the next one.
May 20, 2018
Happy days
Book 17 in this series I can't believe it we start off straight into the action a woman being chased through the woods by what seems a crazed man but there is a twist when he catches her then off we go into the world of lasser and company as usual we have more than one angle to follow just to keep you turning the pages the book has one thing in common with all the others in that it's brilliant and for all lasser followers a real twist on the last few pages
Book 17 in this series I can't believe it we start off straight into the action a woman being chased through the woods by what seems a crazed man but there is a twist when he catches her then off we go into the world of lasser and company as usual we have more than one angle to follow just to keep you turning the pages the book has one thing in common with all the others in that it's brilliant and for all lasser followers a real twist on the last few pages
May 29, 2018
Robin Roughley
Blood Bought
If like me you enjoy this series of books you will love this book 17 . From start to end it’s action all the way. Will Lasser and Odette get it together or not. Is he beginning to lose the plot or is he just so full on. I could not put this book down and it’s definitely one of the best books I’ve read in a long time.
5* 29 May 2018
Blood Bought
If like me you enjoy this series of books you will love this book 17 . From start to end it’s action all the way. Will Lasser and Odette get it together or not. Is he beginning to lose the plot or is he just so full on. I could not put this book down and it’s definitely one of the best books I’ve read in a long time.
5* 29 May 2018
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 30, 2018
Wow
What a read was transfixed from the beginning and the plot was sensational loved it .......and then ........wow Plymouth is in it ....did I punch the air ......but honestly once again Robin has made it a winner and so pleased Lasser has found someone who might accept him...I know I would
What a read was transfixed from the beginning and the plot was sensational loved it .......and then ........wow Plymouth is in it ....did I punch the air ......but honestly once again Robin has made it a winner and so pleased Lasser has found someone who might accept him...I know I would
June 12, 2019
Lasser... My guilty pleasure
Lasser rampages through Wigan in his usual no nonsense manner. Great to have Bannister on board as his partner giving the rest of the team a back seat. So many bodies, racking up chapter by chapter as you feel totally sympathetic towards the main perpetrator, almost egging her on.
Lasser rampages through Wigan in his usual no nonsense manner. Great to have Bannister on board as his partner giving the rest of the team a back seat. So many bodies, racking up chapter by chapter as you feel totally sympathetic towards the main perpetrator, almost egging her on.
September 16, 2019
Why oh why do I keep reading
Not good police procedurals, so full of violence and murder constantly the reader would think she was reading about American detectives. The author really also overestimates the explodibility of human skulls, which he is Constantine popping like grapes.
Not good police procedurals, so full of violence and murder constantly the reader would think she was reading about American detectives. The author really also overestimates the explodibility of human skulls, which he is Constantine popping like grapes.
May 18, 2018
Genius!
How does Robin do it? Every time I’m thinking how can he find a different plot and make it amazing....but he does! I cannot find enough superlatives to describe this book. If you haven’t read the series start at book 1 you will not be disappointed!
How does Robin do it? Every time I’m thinking how can he find a different plot and make it amazing....but he does! I cannot find enough superlatives to describe this book. If you haven’t read the series start at book 1 you will not be disappointed!
May 20, 2018
Lasser in Love
This is a cracker of a book. One of, if not his best, to date. There is a virtual parade of all his exes but that in no way detracts from the solving of a nasty vicious crime. More please!
This is a cracker of a book. One of, if not his best, to date. There is a virtual parade of all his exes but that in no way detracts from the solving of a nasty vicious crime. More please!
May 22, 2018
Blood Bought
Number 17 in the series and they keep on getting better and better,brilliant storyline and all my favourite chatacters.Kept me interested from the first page to the last please keep them coming Mr Roughley and thank goodness things are looking up for Lasser.
Number 17 in the series and they keep on getting better and better,brilliant storyline and all my favourite chatacters.Kept me interested from the first page to the last please keep them coming Mr Roughley and thank goodness things are looking up for Lasser.
June 19, 2018
Fantastic
I have read this series from start to finish. Maintained it's interesting plots, characters and fast pace throughout all seventeen books.
Enjoyed it so much. Can't wait for more to come out..
Robin Roughley is absolutely a writer to follow.
I have read this series from start to finish. Maintained it's interesting plots, characters and fast pace throughout all seventeen books.
Enjoyed it so much. Can't wait for more to come out..
Robin Roughley is absolutely a writer to follow.
May 20, 2018
Brilliant
I would give this book ten stars if possible. All the lasser books are amazing . Can't wait for the next
I would give this book ten stars if possible. All the lasser books are amazing . Can't wait for the next
May 22, 2018
Another great book
I have read all this series of books and they never disappoint i have loved every one. My favourite author and I read hundreds of books.
I have read all this series of books and they never disappoint i have loved every one. My favourite author and I read hundreds of books.
May 24, 2018
Just brilliant
June 2, 2018
Cracking read
Great story,really enjoyed this book, good to see Lasser back on top form. Hope there is more to come in this series.
Great story,really enjoyed this book, good to see Lasser back on top form. Hope there is more to come in this series.
June 9, 2018
Great read
Yet another great read from the DS Lasser series. Lasser and the team tracking down a killer who is seeking their revenge.
Yet another great read from the DS Lasser series. Lasser and the team tracking down a killer who is seeking their revenge.
June 11, 2018
Another hard hitting story .. Really enjoyed it
June 23, 2018
Another excellent read
I have read all the Lasses series now, and I enjoying following the characters . Hopefully many more to come.
I have read all the Lasses series now, and I enjoying following the characters . Hopefully many more to come.
July 4, 2018
Another great Lasser book
This was a quick read, but fast paced well told story. I'm still waiting for Lasser and Odette to get together!!!!
This was a quick read, but fast paced well told story. I'm still waiting for Lasser and Odette to get together!!!!
July 28, 2018
Next book please
Another top notch read. When's the next one out, hopefully soon as I am not sure I can wait too long.
Another top notch read. When's the next one out, hopefully soon as I am not sure I can wait too long.
August 6, 2018
Another great read
I o be everything Robin writes. I think this was s my favourite Ladder book. The way he intertwined he characters yet told stories within a story was brilliant
I o be everything Robin writes. I think this was s my favourite Ladder book. The way he intertwined he characters yet told stories within a story was brilliant
August 12, 2018
Robin always gives us a great story line with Lasser. Lots more please!!
August 17, 2018
Brilliant
I have read the entire series and it was the best series I have ever read . I hope lesser finally finds happiness. But I really hope this is not the last i hear from them.
I have read the entire series and it was the best series I have ever read . I hope lesser finally finds happiness. But I really hope this is not the last i hear from them.
February 4, 2020
Such a good book. So enjoying this series
February 5, 2024
Long Story
It takes a lot of pages to kill off that many people. Revenge takes a long and rough road. There is enough hate to go around for each generation.
It takes a lot of pages to kill off that many people. Revenge takes a long and rough road. There is enough hate to go around for each generation.
April 29, 2023
Not a page turner but a good story and nice to read about a female victim getting revenge.
I'm told the next two 18 & 19 are gripping, so, on with the next!
I'm told the next two 18 & 19 are gripping, so, on with the next!
May 17, 2020
Lasser
What to say about a Great Series. First off get Lasser some boots! He falls far too much. Wow, Wigan and area get lots and lots of rain. I don't want to finish this series. Robin Roughley is a genius. Each book so different in crime. Very well written and scenic. I will read his next series with gusto.
What to say about a Great Series. First off get Lasser some boots! He falls far too much. Wow, Wigan and area get lots and lots of rain. I don't want to finish this series. Robin Roughley is a genius. Each book so different in crime. Very well written and scenic. I will read his next series with gusto.
May 20, 2018
Blood Bought DSLasser book 17
What can I say 😊about this book definitely give stars these books just get better every time I know I will have to read it again and hope book 18 is out soon brilliant
What can I say 😊about this book definitely give stars these books just get better every time I know I will have to read it again and hope book 18 is out soon brilliant
Displaying 1 - 30 of 30 reviews