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DCI Anna Tate #3
Little Boy Lost
The third gipping crime thriller in the DCI Anna Tate series.
400 pages, Paperback
First published January 23, 2020
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J.P. Carter
8 books89 followersJ. P. Carter is the pseudonym of a bestselling author who has also written sixteen books under the names Jaime and James Raven.
Before becoming a full-time writer he spent a career in journalism as a newspaper reporter and television producer. He was, for a number of years, director of a major UK news division and co-owned a TV production company. He now splits his time between homes in Hampshire and Spain with his wife.
Before becoming a full-time writer he spent a career in journalism as a newspaper reporter and television producer. He was, for a number of years, director of a major UK news division and co-owned a TV production company. He now splits his time between homes in Hampshire and Spain with his wife.
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December 17, 2019
Little Boy Lost is the 3rd book featuring DCI Anna Tate, and the 3rd book that I have given 5 stars to. I love this series and jumped at the chance to read an early review copy. These books completely hook you in early on and I am yet to see an ending coming. Anna is an inspiring woman, a strong leader who never gives up. She cares about her victims and wants justice for them, no matter what. This book is action from the very start and it makes you want to keep reading to see what will happen next.
Anna is called back to work early from her compassionate leave when the body of a young boy is found chained to the wall of the basement in an abandoned pub. London is in crisis with riots and looting happening all over the city, a reaction to the actions of the police. They discover that the boy is the son of a well known TV personality, a man with a number of enemies. At the same time Anna’s daughter Chloe finds herself alone and scared and without her phone amongst the riots.
Thanks to Avon Books UK and NetGalley for my advanced copy of this book to read. All opinions are my own and are in no way biased
Anna is called back to work early from her compassionate leave when the body of a young boy is found chained to the wall of the basement in an abandoned pub. London is in crisis with riots and looting happening all over the city, a reaction to the actions of the police. They discover that the boy is the son of a well known TV personality, a man with a number of enemies. At the same time Anna’s daughter Chloe finds herself alone and scared and without her phone amongst the riots.
Thanks to Avon Books UK and NetGalley for my advanced copy of this book to read. All opinions are my own and are in no way biased
February 5, 2020
If I could have read this book in one sitting… I would have done. It was soooo good and gripping that I felt I just had to keep going. However, that thing called “life” got in the way and I had to keep coming back to this novel. No worries, I still enjoyed it and found myself completing it in record time.
This is my first read from Carter and I had no knowledge of Anna Tate, the series this book focuses on. Despite being the third book, Carter helpfully provides enough background information that I did not feel like I had missed anything. I felt connected to Anna as a character and shared her heart-aches and worries surrounding her daughter, Chloe. Indeed, the end result was that I shall be looking for the first two books in the series, so please do keep an eye out for their reviews in the near future…
What I enjoyed most about this story was the intensity of the action. Set in London during a time of awful unrest, Carter recreates the horrors of the 2011 riots. The clock is ticking as Anna is trying to solve the murder of a young boy whilst all police forces are being stretched to the limits. London is falling in on itself as gangs are destroying the city, reacting to a terrible mistake by a police officer earlier in the week. It all felt incredibly real and believable; I felt the stress and anxiety experienced by Anna and Chloe and could not fathom how the civil services were going to cope.
The narrative is initially divided into two segments: Anna on her murder investigation and Chloe. Chloe becomes sucked into the riots one night and her encounter with lawless London is terrifying. Disorientated, confused and with no way of finding safety, Chloe is swept away into the nightmare that London has become. I found these sections the most exciting and interesting as the horror that is portrayed had my heart in my mouth. I was desperate for Chloe to find safety and for Anna to come to her rescue.
On the other hand, the murder investigation gradually grows in dominance in the narrative. Naturally, this had a much slower pace and I enjoyed watching the progress of the case. Many recognisable London places are referenced and, knowing the area rather well, I could easily picture these urban streets in my head. Anna is a detective who leaves no stone un-turned but, with a depleted police force due to the riots, finds herself with few resources and a ticking clock as she tries to find who killed the little boy, Jacob. Whilst I could not see who committed this atrocious action, I liked the final twist at the end as it maintained my interest throughout the story.
This was a great, gripping read. The setting was enthralling and I loved the intensity this added to the rest of the crime. Whilst Chloe’s story was more enjoyable, I liked Anna as a main character and supported her quest for justice. She is portrayed as an admirable character and I look forward to reading about more of her investigations in the future.
With thanks to Avon books and NetGalley for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This is my first read from Carter and I had no knowledge of Anna Tate, the series this book focuses on. Despite being the third book, Carter helpfully provides enough background information that I did not feel like I had missed anything. I felt connected to Anna as a character and shared her heart-aches and worries surrounding her daughter, Chloe. Indeed, the end result was that I shall be looking for the first two books in the series, so please do keep an eye out for their reviews in the near future…
What I enjoyed most about this story was the intensity of the action. Set in London during a time of awful unrest, Carter recreates the horrors of the 2011 riots. The clock is ticking as Anna is trying to solve the murder of a young boy whilst all police forces are being stretched to the limits. London is falling in on itself as gangs are destroying the city, reacting to a terrible mistake by a police officer earlier in the week. It all felt incredibly real and believable; I felt the stress and anxiety experienced by Anna and Chloe and could not fathom how the civil services were going to cope.
The narrative is initially divided into two segments: Anna on her murder investigation and Chloe. Chloe becomes sucked into the riots one night and her encounter with lawless London is terrifying. Disorientated, confused and with no way of finding safety, Chloe is swept away into the nightmare that London has become. I found these sections the most exciting and interesting as the horror that is portrayed had my heart in my mouth. I was desperate for Chloe to find safety and for Anna to come to her rescue.
On the other hand, the murder investigation gradually grows in dominance in the narrative. Naturally, this had a much slower pace and I enjoyed watching the progress of the case. Many recognisable London places are referenced and, knowing the area rather well, I could easily picture these urban streets in my head. Anna is a detective who leaves no stone un-turned but, with a depleted police force due to the riots, finds herself with few resources and a ticking clock as she tries to find who killed the little boy, Jacob. Whilst I could not see who committed this atrocious action, I liked the final twist at the end as it maintained my interest throughout the story.
This was a great, gripping read. The setting was enthralling and I loved the intensity this added to the rest of the crime. Whilst Chloe’s story was more enjoyable, I liked Anna as a main character and supported her quest for justice. She is portrayed as an admirable character and I look forward to reading about more of her investigations in the future.
With thanks to Avon books and NetGalley for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
February 8, 2020
4☆ A Gritty, Compulsive, Suspenseful Crime Thriller
Little Boy Lost is the third book in a series, but my first book. If can be read as a standalone without any problem.
DCI Anna Tate has been called into work early from her leave of absence.
A young boy has been found abandoned and burned in the basement of a derelict pub, set on fire by the rioters.
They quickly discover that the young boy is actually called Jacob and he went missing on his way home from school.
But that's not all, he's actually the Son of a Famous TV Presenter and it turns out his not exactly popular, with many enemies.
In amongst finding Jacob, London is in chaos with rioting happening throughout London.
This actually bought back memories as this happened close to me. So it felt very real.
Anna and her team must work together to find out who would be twisted enough to kill a young child, and why?
The story is told in various POV one being Anna and her investigation into the the death of Jacob and the other Her 12 year old Daughter Chloe who gets caught up in the chaos and danger of the rioting.
I really enjoyed this style of writing as you got to delve into the investigation side but also got the reality and horror of the riots which was very real and relatable to me!
Little Boy Lost is a gritty and compulsive crime thriller that keeps you turning the pages, it's suspenseful, gripping and pacy and you get wrapped up in the chaos.
The police procedural felt slightly old school and developed at a slightly slower pace which I really enjoyed good solid investigation.
Would I recommend reading Little Boy Lost..... without a doubt.....yes!
Thank you to Avon books for this copy which I reviewed honestly and voluntarily.
My Review is also on my Blog Website :-
https://dashfan81.blogspot.com/2020/0...
Little Boy Lost is the third book in a series, but my first book. If can be read as a standalone without any problem.
DCI Anna Tate has been called into work early from her leave of absence.
A young boy has been found abandoned and burned in the basement of a derelict pub, set on fire by the rioters.
They quickly discover that the young boy is actually called Jacob and he went missing on his way home from school.
But that's not all, he's actually the Son of a Famous TV Presenter and it turns out his not exactly popular, with many enemies.
In amongst finding Jacob, London is in chaos with rioting happening throughout London.
This actually bought back memories as this happened close to me. So it felt very real.
Anna and her team must work together to find out who would be twisted enough to kill a young child, and why?
The story is told in various POV one being Anna and her investigation into the the death of Jacob and the other Her 12 year old Daughter Chloe who gets caught up in the chaos and danger of the rioting.
I really enjoyed this style of writing as you got to delve into the investigation side but also got the reality and horror of the riots which was very real and relatable to me!
Little Boy Lost is a gritty and compulsive crime thriller that keeps you turning the pages, it's suspenseful, gripping and pacy and you get wrapped up in the chaos.
The police procedural felt slightly old school and developed at a slightly slower pace which I really enjoyed good solid investigation.
Would I recommend reading Little Boy Lost..... without a doubt.....yes!
Thank you to Avon books for this copy which I reviewed honestly and voluntarily.
My Review is also on my Blog Website :-
https://dashfan81.blogspot.com/2020/0...
January 26, 2020
DCI Anna Tate #3
Rioters have taken over the streets if London. The emergency services are at breaking point. Anna is on compassionate leave when she receives a phone call from her boss asking her to return to work to head the investigation into a disappearance and subsequent death of a child whose body was found in an abandoned pub.
There is a dual storyline running in this book and its narrated by Anna and her daughter Chloe. The characters are both flawed and realistic. As usual, the pace is fast. There is a lot going on in the book but its not confusing. It's full of twists but there was a surprising twist at the end. This is an engaging and suspenseful thriller.
I would like to thank NetGalley, Avon Books UK and the author J.P. Carter for my ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Rioters have taken over the streets if London. The emergency services are at breaking point. Anna is on compassionate leave when she receives a phone call from her boss asking her to return to work to head the investigation into a disappearance and subsequent death of a child whose body was found in an abandoned pub.
There is a dual storyline running in this book and its narrated by Anna and her daughter Chloe. The characters are both flawed and realistic. As usual, the pace is fast. There is a lot going on in the book but its not confusing. It's full of twists but there was a surprising twist at the end. This is an engaging and suspenseful thriller.
I would like to thank NetGalley, Avon Books UK and the author J.P. Carter for my ARC in exchange for an honest review.
January 24, 2020
Little Boy Lost is the third police procedural in the DCI Anna Tate series set in Wandsworth, London. It certainly isn’t necessary to have read the preceding books before dipping into this one as the main plot is self-contained. When ten-year-old Jacob Rossi vanishes whilst taking the short walk from school to his home, Anna and her team are called in to investigate. Having just returned from compassionate leave that allowed her time to spend with her daughter Chloe after their recent reunion, Anna finds herself in the middle of several different investigations. They need her back at work to investigate Jacob’s death as resources are low due to rioting across London. She soon discovers that there many people with serious grudges with Jacob’s father, television presenter, Mark Rossi. But surely they wouldn’t take their grievances out on an innocent child just to get back at his father, would they?
This is an action-packed, explosive and completely addictive read and from page one, it had me hooked. Set against the backdrop of societal unrest with dangerous rioting, violence and looting in pockets all around the capital the police have a lot on their plates. I found my heart in my mouth at certain points throughout and Carter did a superb job of ratcheting up the tension. I enjoyed that it was told from two different perspectives, Anna and Chloe’s, as it made the story fully rounded and more intriguing and we get the thoughts and feelings of Anna, the adult and Chloe, the child. It is a fast-paced, gritty and very believable story as it never strays into far-fetched territory which made it all the more compelling and gripping to me. Anna is a very likeable, intelligent protagonist whose character has been beautifully developed. She quite often works off gut instinct and it usually never fails her. Many thanks to Avon for an ARC.
This is an action-packed, explosive and completely addictive read and from page one, it had me hooked. Set against the backdrop of societal unrest with dangerous rioting, violence and looting in pockets all around the capital the police have a lot on their plates. I found my heart in my mouth at certain points throughout and Carter did a superb job of ratcheting up the tension. I enjoyed that it was told from two different perspectives, Anna and Chloe’s, as it made the story fully rounded and more intriguing and we get the thoughts and feelings of Anna, the adult and Chloe, the child. It is a fast-paced, gritty and very believable story as it never strays into far-fetched territory which made it all the more compelling and gripping to me. Anna is a very likeable, intelligent protagonist whose character has been beautifully developed. She quite often works off gut instinct and it usually never fails her. Many thanks to Avon for an ARC.
March 11, 2020
Another amazing read by J.P Carter. They are definitely becoming my favourite author. All three book in the series have been fantastic and have definitely not disappointed. It was thrilling from start to finish and had me hooked throughout. I guessed quite early on what was going on so I was pleased when I was right. It was excellent and I really hope there’s more books in the series. I definitely recommend this series to anyone as it’s brilliant.
January 26, 2020
I have been a fan of the author J. P. Carter from his first DI Anna Tate book.
London was burning in riots and protests when the police accidentally fired a pregnant wife of a drug dealer. Fires were started by these rioters, and body of a child found in one such burning building got my pulse racing. Anna Tate who was on leave was called back to investigate. Her 12-year-old daughter Chloe too was caught in the riots after an attack outside her home, and she was forced to run for her life.
OMG... Some of these scenes caused panic to rise into my throat. Spikes in my pulse rate seemed to be the norm as I read down the pages. The investigation by Anna and the Chloe's blind running down unknown streets filled with unsavory chatacters, both had me gripped to the story. Sheer terror was what was evoked from me. Chloe's helplessness got to me. She needed her mum.
J. P. Carter's writing was straightforward with regards to investigation. Anna was at her best, determined and vigilant, getting to all clues and covering all angles. But it was Chloé's story which got to me. A thriller it seemed to be which I needed to know if the child would be saved... The scenes she saw...
The whole experience was atmospheric, I loved the way Anna worked in such stressful conditions of the city. Quite a different police procedural, action packed, I must say. I was drained out at the end of my read.
London was burning in riots and protests when the police accidentally fired a pregnant wife of a drug dealer. Fires were started by these rioters, and body of a child found in one such burning building got my pulse racing. Anna Tate who was on leave was called back to investigate. Her 12-year-old daughter Chloe too was caught in the riots after an attack outside her home, and she was forced to run for her life.
OMG... Some of these scenes caused panic to rise into my throat. Spikes in my pulse rate seemed to be the norm as I read down the pages. The investigation by Anna and the Chloe's blind running down unknown streets filled with unsavory chatacters, both had me gripped to the story. Sheer terror was what was evoked from me. Chloe's helplessness got to me. She needed her mum.
J. P. Carter's writing was straightforward with regards to investigation. Anna was at her best, determined and vigilant, getting to all clues and covering all angles. But it was Chloé's story which got to me. A thriller it seemed to be which I needed to know if the child would be saved... The scenes she saw...
The whole experience was atmospheric, I loved the way Anna worked in such stressful conditions of the city. Quite a different police procedural, action packed, I must say. I was drained out at the end of my read.
January 8, 2020
Little Boy Lost is the third novel in the DCI Anna Tate series.
Following the events of the second book, DCI Anna Tate has been reunited with her long lost daughter Chloe, and is on compassionate leave. However, London finds itself in the middle of widespread riots, short on manpower, and it’s not long before DCI Tate is recalled early to investigate a particularly sordid case.
In the attic of an abandoned pub set aflame during the riots, firefighters have found the body of an eleven years old boy, Jacob Rossi, son of a TV personality, who had recently been abducted and died captive, from inhaling smoke.
While DCI Tate is investigating the case, Her daughter finds herself lost in the midst of the riots, as a consequence of a series of unfortunate events, and with no means to warn her mother. Those two storylines run concurrently for a good part of the book.
Little Boy Lost is a light reading police procedural, with emphasis on procedural. As it stands, there is not much detecting, but rather straightforward and linear police work : getting off the seats, knocking on doors, combing through hours of CCTV, interrogating witnesses and suspects, and good team management from the DCI. It’s this solid police work that will ultimately lead to the solving of the crime.
While interesting at first, the citywide riots in the background end up slowing the rhythm of the story. I had the same feelings about Chloe’s ordeals in the midst of those same riots. I cared for her in the beginning, then was tempted to flip pages to get back to the main story.
However, these parts serves good character development, which is expected in such a series of novels to keep the reader interested in the further investigations of DCI Anna Tate.
Thanks to Avon Books UK, Harper & Collins, and Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for this unbiased review.
Following the events of the second book, DCI Anna Tate has been reunited with her long lost daughter Chloe, and is on compassionate leave. However, London finds itself in the middle of widespread riots, short on manpower, and it’s not long before DCI Tate is recalled early to investigate a particularly sordid case.
In the attic of an abandoned pub set aflame during the riots, firefighters have found the body of an eleven years old boy, Jacob Rossi, son of a TV personality, who had recently been abducted and died captive, from inhaling smoke.
While DCI Tate is investigating the case, Her daughter finds herself lost in the midst of the riots, as a consequence of a series of unfortunate events, and with no means to warn her mother. Those two storylines run concurrently for a good part of the book.
Little Boy Lost is a light reading police procedural, with emphasis on procedural. As it stands, there is not much detecting, but rather straightforward and linear police work : getting off the seats, knocking on doors, combing through hours of CCTV, interrogating witnesses and suspects, and good team management from the DCI. It’s this solid police work that will ultimately lead to the solving of the crime.
While interesting at first, the citywide riots in the background end up slowing the rhythm of the story. I had the same feelings about Chloe’s ordeals in the midst of those same riots. I cared for her in the beginning, then was tempted to flip pages to get back to the main story.
However, these parts serves good character development, which is expected in such a series of novels to keep the reader interested in the further investigations of DCI Anna Tate.
Thanks to Avon Books UK, Harper & Collins, and Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for this unbiased review.
January 4, 2020
I would like to thank Netgalley and Avon Books UK for an advance copy of Little Boy Lost, the third novel to feature DCI Anna Tate of the Wandsworth MIT.
Anna has been spending time with her recently found daughter, Chloe, when she gets called back to work. London is rioting so she is needed for a special investigation, the murder of ten year old Jacob Rossi. As she investigates she realises that there are several people with a grudge against Jacob’s father, television presenter Mark Rossi.
I thoroughly enjoyed Little Boy Lost which is an engrossing procedural set against a background of mass rioting, looting and violence. The novel is told from two main points of view, Anna and her investigation and Chloe who inadvertently gets caught up in the rioting. Both are fascinating in different ways. Chloe is only 12, a surprisingly mature 12, so her terror at what is happening is visceral and pulse pounding. It seems realistic although I have no way of knowing and I lived every minute with her. By comparison the investigation is fairly sedate. It starts with a limited number of suspects and widens as more motives are uncovered but still has a small suspect pool. I liked the narrowness of the investigation as it allows a greater concentration on the suspects and makes for a stronger novel. I did suggest that the investigation is more sedate than Chloe’s adventures but it still has a sense of urgency as the small team battle on against the background of rioting with a sense of personal danger and reduced resources.
I would have given the novel 5 stars except for a couple of niggles. There is a long description of Chloe’s past which perfectly summarises many of the events of the previous novel, At Your Door, making it fairly pointless to read this one first. Secondly I found the ending unsurprising, not because I guessed anything, more that I had a prime suspect almost from the start. I can’t explain why, I just knew. All I can think is that it is something in the way the character is described. Nevertheless I thoroughly enjoyed the unravelling of the case and the discovery of the motive.
I will be very interested to see where the author takes his characters next. DCI Anna Tate spent 10 years looking for Chloe after she was abducted by her father. This is the first novel where they have spent time together and it’s not all plain sailing. I’m looking forward to seeing them in a more settled environment.
Little Boy Lost is a good read that I have no hesitation in recommending.
Anna has been spending time with her recently found daughter, Chloe, when she gets called back to work. London is rioting so she is needed for a special investigation, the murder of ten year old Jacob Rossi. As she investigates she realises that there are several people with a grudge against Jacob’s father, television presenter Mark Rossi.
I thoroughly enjoyed Little Boy Lost which is an engrossing procedural set against a background of mass rioting, looting and violence. The novel is told from two main points of view, Anna and her investigation and Chloe who inadvertently gets caught up in the rioting. Both are fascinating in different ways. Chloe is only 12, a surprisingly mature 12, so her terror at what is happening is visceral and pulse pounding. It seems realistic although I have no way of knowing and I lived every minute with her. By comparison the investigation is fairly sedate. It starts with a limited number of suspects and widens as more motives are uncovered but still has a small suspect pool. I liked the narrowness of the investigation as it allows a greater concentration on the suspects and makes for a stronger novel. I did suggest that the investigation is more sedate than Chloe’s adventures but it still has a sense of urgency as the small team battle on against the background of rioting with a sense of personal danger and reduced resources.
I would have given the novel 5 stars except for a couple of niggles. There is a long description of Chloe’s past which perfectly summarises many of the events of the previous novel, At Your Door, making it fairly pointless to read this one first. Secondly I found the ending unsurprising, not because I guessed anything, more that I had a prime suspect almost from the start. I can’t explain why, I just knew. All I can think is that it is something in the way the character is described. Nevertheless I thoroughly enjoyed the unravelling of the case and the discovery of the motive.
I will be very interested to see where the author takes his characters next. DCI Anna Tate spent 10 years looking for Chloe after she was abducted by her father. This is the first novel where they have spent time together and it’s not all plain sailing. I’m looking forward to seeing them in a more settled environment.
Little Boy Lost is a good read that I have no hesitation in recommending.
January 5, 2020
Little boy lost by J.P.Carter is the third in the DCI Anna Tate series and WOW what a thriller it is.
Anna Tate is on Compassionate leave to spend time with her daughter after finding her after 12 years. All around her, there are riots across London after a woman was shot dead accidently. As there is limited staff as everyone is attending the riots Anna’s leave is cut short to lead a special investigation. The murder of ten-year-old Jacob Rossi found in burnt out abandoned pub. What is special is, that he is the son of TV star and local celebrity Mark Rossi.
Mark Rossi has many enemy’s as Mark Rossi plasters his extravagant life on social media. He has upset many people through his career, to get where he is today. So, when Anna stars the investigation her first thought was who hates Mark Rossi to kidnap his son to get back at him for his choices in life.
When Anna goes to work her boyfriend, Tom is left to look after Chloe. But when they decide to go to his place as the riots are too close. Tom is carted off by the rioters and beaten and Chloe is left alone to experience some horrific events when she tries to find a place of safety.
Wow what can I say this is a gripping thriller from the very first page. It is well written and has some heart stopping moments. Great storyline and I found it to be realistic and current in todays society. 5 stars from me.
Anna Tate is on Compassionate leave to spend time with her daughter after finding her after 12 years. All around her, there are riots across London after a woman was shot dead accidently. As there is limited staff as everyone is attending the riots Anna’s leave is cut short to lead a special investigation. The murder of ten-year-old Jacob Rossi found in burnt out abandoned pub. What is special is, that he is the son of TV star and local celebrity Mark Rossi.
Mark Rossi has many enemy’s as Mark Rossi plasters his extravagant life on social media. He has upset many people through his career, to get where he is today. So, when Anna stars the investigation her first thought was who hates Mark Rossi to kidnap his son to get back at him for his choices in life.
When Anna goes to work her boyfriend, Tom is left to look after Chloe. But when they decide to go to his place as the riots are too close. Tom is carted off by the rioters and beaten and Chloe is left alone to experience some horrific events when she tries to find a place of safety.
Wow what can I say this is a gripping thriller from the very first page. It is well written and has some heart stopping moments. Great storyline and I found it to be realistic and current in todays society. 5 stars from me.
January 22, 2020
I was told that this book is the best of the series so far and I couldn't see how as I was wowed by the previous two.
But, oh my goodness. From start to finish it was a whirlwind of action, so many moments full of anguish for the characters. The characters were going from one catastrophe to another more or less simultaneously!
What I did think was impressive is the way that all those tiny lose ends were sewn up so well and so beautifully that it was perfect.
Just BRILLIANT!
But, oh my goodness. From start to finish it was a whirlwind of action, so many moments full of anguish for the characters. The characters were going from one catastrophe to another more or less simultaneously!
What I did think was impressive is the way that all those tiny lose ends were sewn up so well and so beautifully that it was perfect.
Just BRILLIANT!
January 21, 2020
Little Boy Lost by J.P. Carter is the third outing for DCI Anna Tate and, in my opinion, this is a series that just keeps gaining strength and momentum. While each book thus far has been compulsively readable, the third time out is truly a charm.
DCI Anna Tate has been reunited with her long lost twelve year old daughter, Chloe. The two are still tentatively getting to know each other when Chloe becomes lost on the streets of London during an horrific night of rioting. Believing her daughter to be safe in the care of her boyfriend, Tate throws herself into the case of a missing ten year old boy, who is only one of many missing persons on a night that has plunged the city into complete and utter mayhem.
This is a tense, atmospheric read that kept me guessing until the very end. I am very much looking forward to the progression of this series.
Many thanks to NetGalley and Avon Books UK for this ARC.
DCI Anna Tate has been reunited with her long lost twelve year old daughter, Chloe. The two are still tentatively getting to know each other when Chloe becomes lost on the streets of London during an horrific night of rioting. Believing her daughter to be safe in the care of her boyfriend, Tate throws herself into the case of a missing ten year old boy, who is only one of many missing persons on a night that has plunged the city into complete and utter mayhem.
This is a tense, atmospheric read that kept me guessing until the very end. I am very much looking forward to the progression of this series.
Many thanks to NetGalley and Avon Books UK for this ARC.
December 11, 2024
"Little Boy Lost" is the third book in JP Carter's DCI Anna Tate series.
It is also a standalone read.
I listened to the first two books in this series.
Sadly, my star ratings have decreased with each release.
😭😭😭😭
"In Safe Hands" (Book #1) received a glowing review with a 5-star rating.
WHY 2 STARS?
Too much time was focused on the London riots.
The book also suffered from waaaay too much repetitive text.
I lost track of the times I asked myself the "Are we there yet?" question.
I listened to the audiobook read by Laura Kirman, one of my favorite narrators.
As always, Laura Kirman did an outstanding job with the narration.
Will I listen to the next book in this series?
Absolutely, positively yes. Nobody bats 1000%
February 16, 2020
Little Boy Lost is a great new release in the DCI Anna Tate crime series; I heard wonderful things about the first, In Safe Hands, and the second, At Your Door, and was hoping that the third would live up to that reputation. It certainly did! I love that this novel has so many elements of a great crime series for me – a strong female lead, an abundance of sound police procedures, some twists without being unbelievable, and an easy to read, yet interesting plot. Little Boy Lost ticked all these boxes and was a fabulously entertaining read! This could easily be enjoyed as a stand alone novel, but reading them in order would, of course, enable more understanding about Anna as a character, and her past. Anna is an inspiring woman, determined and vigilant, as well as a strong leader who never gives up. She cares about her victims and wants justice for them, no matter what the consequences might be. I felt connected to Anna and shared her worries surrounding her daughter, Chloe.
I really enjoyed the intensity of the action in the story. Set in London during a time of dreadful unrest, J. P. Carter recreates the horrors of the 2011 riots. Time is ticking away as Anna investigates the murder of a young boy at a time when all police forces are being stretched to the limits. It all felt incredibly real and believable; I experienced the stress and anxiety endured by Anna and Chloe and could not fathom how the authorities were going to cope.
While Anna is investigating the case, her daughter finds herself lost in the midst of the riots, as a consequence of some unfortunate events, and unable to warn her mother. Those two storylines run concurrently for a sizable part of the book. Both storylines are really intriguing and kept me turning the pages throughout – I read this book in just a few hours.
There are some gritty parts to this story as well as oodles of suspense, and this in addition to the great characters and the well-constructed plot, makes for a truly brilliant read, in what is definitely a favourite new crime series' of mine!
I will be reading the first two books in the series, and confidently recommend Little Boy Lost.
I received a complimentary digital copy of this novel at my request, from Avon Books via NetGalley, and this review is my own unbiased opinion.
I really enjoyed the intensity of the action in the story. Set in London during a time of dreadful unrest, J. P. Carter recreates the horrors of the 2011 riots. Time is ticking away as Anna investigates the murder of a young boy at a time when all police forces are being stretched to the limits. It all felt incredibly real and believable; I experienced the stress and anxiety endured by Anna and Chloe and could not fathom how the authorities were going to cope.
While Anna is investigating the case, her daughter finds herself lost in the midst of the riots, as a consequence of some unfortunate events, and unable to warn her mother. Those two storylines run concurrently for a sizable part of the book. Both storylines are really intriguing and kept me turning the pages throughout – I read this book in just a few hours.
There are some gritty parts to this story as well as oodles of suspense, and this in addition to the great characters and the well-constructed plot, makes for a truly brilliant read, in what is definitely a favourite new crime series' of mine!
I will be reading the first two books in the series, and confidently recommend Little Boy Lost.
I received a complimentary digital copy of this novel at my request, from Avon Books via NetGalley, and this review is my own unbiased opinion.
December 30, 2019
This book, the latest in the addictive Anna Tate series, is a compelling read with a twist at the end that will leave you picking your jaw up off the floor. Another potential bestseller for JP Carter.
June 20, 2022
The third book in the DCI Anna Tate series and in my opinion the best so far. Ten year old Jacob Rossi is walking home from school but never makes it. The streets of London are a tinderbox and an accident lights the flame. This is a powerful read. Heartbraking, shocking , this book had me glued to my seat and tapping my kindle faster and faster. A distressing read in places. This is a tale about an abducted boy and so much more. Scary, intense, atmospheric and utterly gripping. A MUST READ from a fantastic author and definitely left me wanting more.
January 22, 2020
If I could give more than five stars I would for this fantastic book.
I loved the first two in the series but this one is even better.
It pulls you in from the first few pages and simply doesn’t let go.
Anna is adjusting to life with her daughter but with London being overwhelmed by riots, she’s called back from her leave to investigate a murder.
A boy’s body has been found in the cellar of a pub and it seems he was burnt alive following a petrol bomb being thrown at the pub during the riots.
Anna and her team face a daunting task of finding out who put him there and with the riots kicking off all over London, they’ve not got much support.
Tom goes to pick Chloe up after Anna hears that her area is under attack but things soon spiral out of control and lives are at stake.
This is such a great story that I will be recommending to everyone.
Thanks to Avon Books UK and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book.
I loved the first two in the series but this one is even better.
It pulls you in from the first few pages and simply doesn’t let go.
Anna is adjusting to life with her daughter but with London being overwhelmed by riots, she’s called back from her leave to investigate a murder.
A boy’s body has been found in the cellar of a pub and it seems he was burnt alive following a petrol bomb being thrown at the pub during the riots.
Anna and her team face a daunting task of finding out who put him there and with the riots kicking off all over London, they’ve not got much support.
Tom goes to pick Chloe up after Anna hears that her area is under attack but things soon spiral out of control and lives are at stake.
This is such a great story that I will be recommending to everyone.
Thanks to Avon Books UK and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book.
January 26, 2020
#LittleBoyLost #NetGalley Oh my word!! What a gripping and emotional story - I could not put it down. This is the 3rd in the DCI Anna Tate series and whilst it does add some depth to Anna's character and her relationship with Chloe, it is perfectly acceptable to read as a standalone. There were two separate storylines - Anna's investigation and the horrific rioting and attacks on innocent people that Chloe and Anna's partner Tom get caught up in. This was so fast paced and with so much action I read this book in one sitting. The descriptions of the rioting and the civil unrest were terrifying and so well written. I love the character of Anna - she is strong, gutsy, intelligent and fiercely (and understandably) protective of Chloe. This was a fabulous 5 star read and I cant wait for the next in this series.
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Having really enjoyed other books in the DCI Anna Tate series, I had high hopes for number three – and was certainly not disappointed!
Little Boy Lost combines a gripping storyline – a little boy chained to the wall of a pub’s basement dies in a seemingly unconnected fire – with the same brilliant characters. I really enjoy reading about Anna Tate – she’s a likable and interesting character and her relationship with Chloe develops further in this series.
The fact that the book is set around riots in London that echo the 2011 London Riots, which many of us will remember, adds an extra layer of realism to the plot. I don’t want to give too much away about what happens, but the multiple suspects and points of view lead to a tightly plotted, entertaining novel that I really enjoyed. Definitely recommended!
Many thanks to the publisher, Avon Books, for providing a copy of this novel on which I chose to write an honest and unbiased review.
Having really enjoyed other books in the DCI Anna Tate series, I had high hopes for number three – and was certainly not disappointed!
Little Boy Lost combines a gripping storyline – a little boy chained to the wall of a pub’s basement dies in a seemingly unconnected fire – with the same brilliant characters. I really enjoy reading about Anna Tate – she’s a likable and interesting character and her relationship with Chloe develops further in this series.
The fact that the book is set around riots in London that echo the 2011 London Riots, which many of us will remember, adds an extra layer of realism to the plot. I don’t want to give too much away about what happens, but the multiple suspects and points of view lead to a tightly plotted, entertaining novel that I really enjoyed. Definitely recommended!
Many thanks to the publisher, Avon Books, for providing a copy of this novel on which I chose to write an honest and unbiased review.
February 12, 2020
I’ve read this authors previous books In Safe Hands and At Your Door. I really like DCI Anna Tate so couldn’t wait to read more of her. This was a great read.
DCI Anna Tate is a great character. She’s very likeable and works real hard. We get two storylines running side by side. Anna is called to cut her compassionate leave short when a young boys body is found during the riots. At the same time her daughter finds herself caught up in the riots with no way to reach her mum.
Really enjoyed this story and read it pretty quickly. Definitely recommend it.
DCI Anna Tate is a great character. She’s very likeable and works real hard. We get two storylines running side by side. Anna is called to cut her compassionate leave short when a young boys body is found during the riots. At the same time her daughter finds herself caught up in the riots with no way to reach her mum.
Really enjoyed this story and read it pretty quickly. Definitely recommend it.
June 21, 2020
Little Boy Lost – A great police procedural thriller
JP Carter gives another outing to Detective Chief Inspector Anna Tate, a woman who in spite of all the problems around her, keeps her head and gets the job done. With her daughter found, a new lover, and a high-profile case, what could possibly go wrong?
When the ten-year old son of a famous tv presenter goes missing on the way home, Anna Tate has been aware of it happening and an ongoing investigation. But she is at home with her daughter Chloe, the daughter who was stolen away from her. As they watch the tv news, they are watching London burn due to another night of riots.
When Anna receives a call from her boss, calling her back to be on duty, she has been told that a body of a child has been found in a burnt- out pub. She met her team at the pub to discover that it is the body of Jacob Rossi, chained to the cellar wall. As the investigation begins, she takes over the missing person case, and gets all the information she needs.
While she is investigating the murder thinking that her daughter is safe with her partner, little does she know that Chloe’s life is in danger. She is wandering the streets of London as the city burns. Chloe is wandering the streets lost and scared and is being watched as a possible victim.
As Anna investigates the case, she learns that there are quite a few people that would do Jacob’s father some serious harm. Then she digs into the world of the social media troll and the frightening world they operate in.
As the case continues, she finds out about her daughter and partner and almost melts down, But some how keeps going but little does she know how close to home she should really be looking for the perpetrator.
This is a well written, well researched thriller, that draws you in. The writing makes the book easy to read and find yourself deeply engrossed.
A great book and a great detective series.
JP Carter gives another outing to Detective Chief Inspector Anna Tate, a woman who in spite of all the problems around her, keeps her head and gets the job done. With her daughter found, a new lover, and a high-profile case, what could possibly go wrong?
When the ten-year old son of a famous tv presenter goes missing on the way home, Anna Tate has been aware of it happening and an ongoing investigation. But she is at home with her daughter Chloe, the daughter who was stolen away from her. As they watch the tv news, they are watching London burn due to another night of riots.
When Anna receives a call from her boss, calling her back to be on duty, she has been told that a body of a child has been found in a burnt- out pub. She met her team at the pub to discover that it is the body of Jacob Rossi, chained to the cellar wall. As the investigation begins, she takes over the missing person case, and gets all the information she needs.
While she is investigating the murder thinking that her daughter is safe with her partner, little does she know that Chloe’s life is in danger. She is wandering the streets of London as the city burns. Chloe is wandering the streets lost and scared and is being watched as a possible victim.
As Anna investigates the case, she learns that there are quite a few people that would do Jacob’s father some serious harm. Then she digs into the world of the social media troll and the frightening world they operate in.
As the case continues, she finds out about her daughter and partner and almost melts down, But some how keeps going but little does she know how close to home she should really be looking for the perpetrator.
This is a well written, well researched thriller, that draws you in. The writing makes the book easy to read and find yourself deeply engrossed.
A great book and a great detective series.
July 16, 2022
Little Boy Lost is the third and final instalment in the DCI Anna Tate series by J.P Carter.
It's been four weeks since the events that transpired in the previous story. In that time Anna has taken leave and is spending quality time with her daughter, Chloe. However, with riots occuring in London, the pressure is on for Anna to return to work earlier than expected. With her boyfriend Tom arriving to look after Chloe, Anna feels settled enough to follow orders.
The case is very disturbing though. Four days previously, Jacob Rossi, the ten year old son of a popular entertainer disappeared walking home from school. So what led him to be found burnt and chained up in the cellar of a disused pub? Anna and her team feel the pressure with not only the riots raging outside, but also to bring down the people responsible for this young boys death.
Unfortunately, whilst all this happening, Chloe has found herself caught up in the violence unwittingly. For me, this particular scenario overshadowed the initial stages of the investigation. It's very tense and you can't help to feel scared and worry for not only Chloe, but also Tom who was brutally attacked by protesters.
The horrid scenes from the real life 2011 UK riots are the inspiration for this action packed police procedural. A brilliant conclusion that ends with a shocker!
🌟🌟🌟🌟✨/5
It's been four weeks since the events that transpired in the previous story. In that time Anna has taken leave and is spending quality time with her daughter, Chloe. However, with riots occuring in London, the pressure is on for Anna to return to work earlier than expected. With her boyfriend Tom arriving to look after Chloe, Anna feels settled enough to follow orders.
The case is very disturbing though. Four days previously, Jacob Rossi, the ten year old son of a popular entertainer disappeared walking home from school. So what led him to be found burnt and chained up in the cellar of a disused pub? Anna and her team feel the pressure with not only the riots raging outside, but also to bring down the people responsible for this young boys death.
Unfortunately, whilst all this happening, Chloe has found herself caught up in the violence unwittingly. For me, this particular scenario overshadowed the initial stages of the investigation. It's very tense and you can't help to feel scared and worry for not only Chloe, but also Tom who was brutally attacked by protesters.
The horrid scenes from the real life 2011 UK riots are the inspiration for this action packed police procedural. A brilliant conclusion that ends with a shocker!
🌟🌟🌟🌟✨/5
January 23, 2020
A really good and solid police procedurral thriller with a brilliant twist at the end!
A series of pre-dawn raids across London leads to the accidental killing of a gang leaders pregnant wife and this sets off a backlash that leads to roits all over London. Soon its turn ugly with shops set alight and police being attacked. A derelict pub is set alight and in the basement the body of a missing boy is found chained to the wall. DCI Anna Tate is called back from compassionate leave to look into the case. Together with the detective who looked into the disappearance of the boy she tries to find out what happened. Her own daughters life is also in danger when she finds herself on the street in the middle of the riots.
I liked the storyline and found it a captivating read.
Thank you to Netgalley and AvonBooksUK for the ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.
A series of pre-dawn raids across London leads to the accidental killing of a gang leaders pregnant wife and this sets off a backlash that leads to roits all over London. Soon its turn ugly with shops set alight and police being attacked. A derelict pub is set alight and in the basement the body of a missing boy is found chained to the wall. DCI Anna Tate is called back from compassionate leave to look into the case. Together with the detective who looked into the disappearance of the boy she tries to find out what happened. Her own daughters life is also in danger when she finds herself on the street in the middle of the riots.
I liked the storyline and found it a captivating read.
Thank you to Netgalley and AvonBooksUK for the ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.
January 16, 2020
Brilliant, just brilliant. This was a great read from start to finish. Heartbreaking and terrifying.. DI Anna Tate is tasked with the investigation into the death of a young boy who had been abducted.. The ongoing riots in London throughout the investigation is terrifying but which also hampers the investigation. Anna's daughter gets caught up in these riots and her ordeal is beyond frightening and certainly raised the tension to high alert! Just when you think it is all wrapped up further evidence is discovered. Jaw dropping! A great 5 star read
March 28, 2020
Don’t let my timescale taken to finish this book fool you in thinking that this was not as well written or as gripping as the other books in the DSI Anna Tate series - it is! A perfect third addition, with a fantastic twist that was both shocking and unforeseen. It is a must read for any crime thriller fans and I can only hope this is not the last we have seen of Anna Tate! Well deserved 5 stars!
February 3, 2022
A real page turner and didn’t see the ending coming at all.
December 7, 2019
Another BRILLIANT story of a crime that is made worse by rioting in london and DCI Anna Tate is called back to duty after having spent time at home with her daughter Chloe.I have loved reading this book and am happy that i got the baddie spot on.I highly recommend this book and look forward to his next.5*
December 9, 2019
I almost DNF'd this book. The basic premise is solid. You have a detective struggling with personal issues, trying to find out what happened to a murdered child, set amidst a riot-torn city. It could have been very good.
Where did it all fall apart? Well it started with the adjective and adverb loaded prose. Show not tell is a writing advice that should be taken with a grain of salt, as both show and tell should be balanced to build up tension and emotions. Here, there was far too much tell. Too much exposition on how people feel and why. This leaked into the dialogue, which read stilted and surreal. These weren't people talking and conversing with a purpose, the dialogue existed to let the author talk. There wasn't really any distinctive voices and it was hard to keep up with who's saying what.
I was equally annoyed by the characters while also not caring anything about their journey. The story had an interesting end, I suppose, though I do wonder why someone lying about a surname took so long to discover. Surely policing involves checks and double checks.
Where did it all fall apart? Well it started with the adjective and adverb loaded prose. Show not tell is a writing advice that should be taken with a grain of salt, as both show and tell should be balanced to build up tension and emotions. Here, there was far too much tell. Too much exposition on how people feel and why. This leaked into the dialogue, which read stilted and surreal. These weren't people talking and conversing with a purpose, the dialogue existed to let the author talk. There wasn't really any distinctive voices and it was hard to keep up with who's saying what.
I was equally annoyed by the characters while also not caring anything about their journey. The story had an interesting end, I suppose, though I do wonder why someone lying about a surname took so long to discover. Surely policing involves checks and double checks.
January 19, 2020
Thank you to the author for sending me a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
This book did NOT disappoint one bit. I loved the first two in the series and knew I needed to get my hands on this one.
This book is about DCI Anna Tate who is investigating the murder of a little boy who went missing, at the same time riots are occuring all around London - having a devastating impact on all in the book, including the boy, Anna's family and the investigations - I won't go into too much detail of what happened as I don't want to give it away but the chapters alternate from the perspective of Anna - who is investigating the little boy's abduction and Chloe - giving her perspective of the riots and events.
I loved the switch up of the chapters as you really got to find out more about the situation with Chloe (which again I won't discuss here as that may give spoilers for the 1st and 2nd book in the series).
The book portrayed the riots in such an accurate way and did not shy away from the details - it is a true eye opener to the riots that occur and why they occur.
The book keeps you guessing right until the very end, there is always some new information given in each chapter that takes you back to square one of guessing 'who done it'. The possibilities of who is responsible are just endless and you cannot guess between each character who you think as there is just the option that it could have been anyone - I think this is so important in a thriller to keep you guessing right until the very last chapters - it keeps me engaged and hooked for the entire book and I especially found with this one that I didn't want to put it down.
The ending too - wowww. I did NOT expect that at all!!! That really took me by surprise and shocked me so much - I hadn't thought of that possibility at any point while reading. Now I want to reread the whole series!
Such a good, fast paced thriller that will keep you hooked - would definitely recommend this series - I don't read many series but this is the one that I just needed to get my hands on the next book.
This book did NOT disappoint one bit. I loved the first two in the series and knew I needed to get my hands on this one.
This book is about DCI Anna Tate who is investigating the murder of a little boy who went missing, at the same time riots are occuring all around London - having a devastating impact on all in the book, including the boy, Anna's family and the investigations - I won't go into too much detail of what happened as I don't want to give it away but the chapters alternate from the perspective of Anna - who is investigating the little boy's abduction and Chloe - giving her perspective of the riots and events.
I loved the switch up of the chapters as you really got to find out more about the situation with Chloe (which again I won't discuss here as that may give spoilers for the 1st and 2nd book in the series).
The book portrayed the riots in such an accurate way and did not shy away from the details - it is a true eye opener to the riots that occur and why they occur.
The book keeps you guessing right until the very end, there is always some new information given in each chapter that takes you back to square one of guessing 'who done it'. The possibilities of who is responsible are just endless and you cannot guess between each character who you think as there is just the option that it could have been anyone - I think this is so important in a thriller to keep you guessing right until the very last chapters - it keeps me engaged and hooked for the entire book and I especially found with this one that I didn't want to put it down.
The ending too - wowww. I did NOT expect that at all!!! That really took me by surprise and shocked me so much - I hadn't thought of that possibility at any point while reading. Now I want to reread the whole series!
Such a good, fast paced thriller that will keep you hooked - would definitely recommend this series - I don't read many series but this is the one that I just needed to get my hands on the next book.
January 31, 2020
Little Boy Lost is the third novel in the DCI Anna Tate series, and what a great series this is!
This 3rd book in series didnt disappoint and loved the twist at the end.
The disappearance and the body of a child found during police riots, DCI Anna Tate follows the clues to the surprise ending
This 3rd book in series didnt disappoint and loved the twist at the end.
The disappearance and the body of a child found during police riots, DCI Anna Tate follows the clues to the surprise ending
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