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Andrew Hunter #2
Something Hidden
Everyone hates Fiona Methodist.
Her war veteran father shot a young couple in broad daylight before killing himself. With all three dead, no one knows the motive, other than that the engaged pair witnessed a robbery and were due to give evidence.
But Fiona knows her dad didn't do it. He couldn't have - he's her father and he wouldn't do that...would he?
Private Investigator Andrew Hunter takes pity on the girl and, even with stolen bengal cats to find, plus an ex-wife who's not quite so 'ex', he can't escape the creeping feeling that Fiona might be right after all.
306 pages, Paperback
First published July 26, 2016
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About the author
Kerry Wilkinson
72 books1,087 followersRecent and upcoming UK releases:
24 October 2023: The Night Of The Sleepover
15 December 2023: After The Sleepover
2024: The Girl On The Side Of The Road
2024: The Missing Body
Kerry Wilkinson has sold more than two million books - and had No.1 crime bestsellers in the UK, Australia, Canada, South Africa and Singapore. He has also written two top-20 thrillers in the United States. His book, Ten Birthdays, won the RNA award for Young Adult Novel of the Year in 2018 and Close To You won the International Thriller Award for best ebook in 2020.
As well as his Jessica Daniel series, Kerry has written a trilogy featuring private investigator Andrew Hunter, the Whitecliff series, the Silver Blackthorn trilogy - a fantasy-adventure serial for young adults - plus numerous standalone novels. He has been published around the world in more than a dozen languages.
Originally from the county of Somerset, Kerry spent way too long living in the north of England, picking up words like 'barm' and 'ginnel'.
When he's short of ideas, he rides his bike, hikes up something, or bakes cakes. When he's not, he writes it all down.
Find out more at: http://kerrywilkinson.com or http://facebook.com/KerryWilkinsonBooks
Find out more at: his website or Facebook
24 October 2023: The Night Of The Sleepover
15 December 2023: After The Sleepover
2024: The Girl On The Side Of The Road
2024: The Missing Body
Kerry Wilkinson has sold more than two million books - and had No.1 crime bestsellers in the UK, Australia, Canada, South Africa and Singapore. He has also written two top-20 thrillers in the United States. His book, Ten Birthdays, won the RNA award for Young Adult Novel of the Year in 2018 and Close To You won the International Thriller Award for best ebook in 2020.
As well as his Jessica Daniel series, Kerry has written a trilogy featuring private investigator Andrew Hunter, the Whitecliff series, the Silver Blackthorn trilogy - a fantasy-adventure serial for young adults - plus numerous standalone novels. He has been published around the world in more than a dozen languages.
Originally from the county of Somerset, Kerry spent way too long living in the north of England, picking up words like 'barm' and 'ginnel'.
When he's short of ideas, he rides his bike, hikes up something, or bakes cakes. When he's not, he writes it all down.
Find out more at: http://kerrywilkinson.com or http://facebook.com/KerryWilkinsonBooks
Find out more at: his website or Facebook
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December 4, 2018
Whenever the news reports on a shooting, I often wonder about the family of the shooter. They truly are victims as much as those shot and their families. So I loved that Wilkinson picked this as the theme for his second Andrew Hunter book.
Fiona Methodist is the daughter of a war vet that kills two university students and then kills himself. She has been ostracized and driven from her job and home since the killings. Convinced her father didn’t do it, she comes to Andrew asking him to find out the truth.
Andrew and Jenny are both slightly off, but they have wonderful powers of observation. And it’s Jenny’s powers of observation that lead her to know exactly what to do, especially for Gem. She is consistently the shining light of this series.
I love the ambiguous ending to this. “Battle not with monsters lest ye become a monster.”
This is a very different series from Wilkinson’s Jessica Daniel series. Much darker. But I enjoy it every bit as much.
My Thanks to netgalley and Bookouture for an advance copy of this book.
December 13, 2018
I received a free e-copy of Something Hidden (Andrew Hunter #2) by Kerry Wilkinson from Netgalley for my honest review.
I was so excited to get a copy of this book. I loved the first book and this one was just as amazing. You can, of course, read this book without reading the first one but I highly recommend reading the first book, as it was amazing.
A thrilling mystery filled with crime, murder and even some humor. I love the writing in this series and the characters are amazing. This book is written so well you will feel like you are playing a part in the story and you grow to know the characters. You feel their emotions. Lots of twists and turns to keep you hooked till the end and wanting more.
I was so excited to get a copy of this book. I loved the first book and this one was just as amazing. You can, of course, read this book without reading the first one but I highly recommend reading the first book, as it was amazing.
A thrilling mystery filled with crime, murder and even some humor. I love the writing in this series and the characters are amazing. This book is written so well you will feel like you are playing a part in the story and you grow to know the characters. You feel their emotions. Lots of twists and turns to keep you hooked till the end and wanting more.
July 7, 2020
This is the second book in the Andrew Hunter series by author Kerry Wilkinson.
I really enjoyed the first book in this series 'Something Wicked' so was anticipating more of the same. What I got was very close to the high quality of the first book and well worth a read. I love the chemistry between Andrew Hunter and his side kick Jenny. The books have good plots, strong characters and plenty of action.
Fiona Methodist's war veteran father shot a young couple in broad daylight before killing himself. The engaged pair witnessed a robbery and were due to give evidence, but with all three dead, no one knows the true motive. Fiona's life is now destroyed, people dislike her and no one wants anything to do with her. Fiona is positive that her father is innocent and approaches Private Investigator Andrew Hunter to prove her beliefs.
This series is well written and different to Kerry Wilkinson's other series which I also enjoy. Plots are well planned, excellent characters and lots of twists throughout. This series is another winner for me and fully intend to continue reading it.
I really enjoyed the first book in this series 'Something Wicked' so was anticipating more of the same. What I got was very close to the high quality of the first book and well worth a read. I love the chemistry between Andrew Hunter and his side kick Jenny. The books have good plots, strong characters and plenty of action.
Fiona Methodist's war veteran father shot a young couple in broad daylight before killing himself. The engaged pair witnessed a robbery and were due to give evidence, but with all three dead, no one knows the true motive. Fiona's life is now destroyed, people dislike her and no one wants anything to do with her. Fiona is positive that her father is innocent and approaches Private Investigator Andrew Hunter to prove her beliefs.
This series is well written and different to Kerry Wilkinson's other series which I also enjoy. Plots are well planned, excellent characters and lots of twists throughout. This series is another winner for me and fully intend to continue reading it.
December 30, 2018
I love this series. The author has created a terrific duo. It is clear that opposites can work really well together. You just have to adore Andrew as well as Jenny.
Andrew can hardly say no and often only realizes afterwards what he has let himself in for and Jenny, well, I don’t think there are two like her.
We already know a fair part of Andrew’s past. I hope the author will treat us soon to a little background information about Jenny as well. I am totally intrigued by her and she is quite a character.
I like the author’s style. He adds some wit to the mix and he sometimes reminds me of Janet Evanovich (I am a big fan of her Stephanie Plum series by the way).
So this book had me smiling while trying to figure out the culprit. The author proves that humour and crime can go hand in hand. 4 stars.
Thank you, Kerry Wilkinson, Bookouture and Netgalley.
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Andrew can hardly say no and often only realizes afterwards what he has let himself in for and Jenny, well, I don’t think there are two like her.
We already know a fair part of Andrew’s past. I hope the author will treat us soon to a little background information about Jenny as well. I am totally intrigued by her and she is quite a character.
I like the author’s style. He adds some wit to the mix and he sometimes reminds me of Janet Evanovich (I am a big fan of her Stephanie Plum series by the way).
So this book had me smiling while trying to figure out the culprit. The author proves that humour and crime can go hand in hand. 4 stars.
Thank you, Kerry Wilkinson, Bookouture and Netgalley.
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March 14, 2017Super Huge thank you to the Author, Publishers and Netgalley for an ARC of this book.
I have to say I love Kerry Wilkinson's books. I'm a huge fan of the Jessica Daniel series, and I'm getting that way with this series to.
This is the 2nd Andrew Hunter book. Andrew is a Private Investigator, but he seems to just investigate all those things that no one else would be interested in. And seems that he rarely gets paid for most of his work, as he does seem to have a soft spot for a sob story. He might not always get paid, but he certainly goes above and beyond to find out what he want's to know. It's not always easy finding things out, and sometimes you have to delve further than anyone else to get to the truth, it also sometimes gets you into trouble, which is certainly the case for Andrew. I have really grown to like the character Andrew, but also his office assistant/receptionist/sidekick that is Jenny. She's also turning into a great character.
Andrew in this book, has to face up to things from his past too, he needs to start being honest about how he was able to set up his own business, and afford to live in one of Manchester's quite luxurious
apartment blocks in the city centre. But most of all, he need's to explain all this to his ex wife, who is certainly not going to like it.
I love how in all Kerry's books he always manages to get in a mention or two of the Great Manchester weather. It always tickles me when it's mentioned as only anyone living in and around Manchester will ever understand out great weather. I think you always get that little bit more from a book when you know the area that is featured, being able to clearly see things in your mind while reading is certainly an added bonus.
Kerry seems to be able to get the right balance between the serious stuff and the humour side to.
The only down side to Kerry's books is waiting for the next one. (not really an issue as I'm so patient...NOT)
I have to say I love Kerry Wilkinson's books. I'm a huge fan of the Jessica Daniel series, and I'm getting that way with this series to.
This is the 2nd Andrew Hunter book. Andrew is a Private Investigator, but he seems to just investigate all those things that no one else would be interested in. And seems that he rarely gets paid for most of his work, as he does seem to have a soft spot for a sob story. He might not always get paid, but he certainly goes above and beyond to find out what he want's to know. It's not always easy finding things out, and sometimes you have to delve further than anyone else to get to the truth, it also sometimes gets you into trouble, which is certainly the case for Andrew. I have really grown to like the character Andrew, but also his office assistant/receptionist/sidekick that is Jenny. She's also turning into a great character.
Andrew in this book, has to face up to things from his past too, he needs to start being honest about how he was able to set up his own business, and afford to live in one of Manchester's quite luxurious
apartment blocks in the city centre. But most of all, he need's to explain all this to his ex wife, who is certainly not going to like it.
I love how in all Kerry's books he always manages to get in a mention or two of the Great Manchester weather. It always tickles me when it's mentioned as only anyone living in and around Manchester will ever understand out great weather. I think you always get that little bit more from a book when you know the area that is featured, being able to clearly see things in your mind while reading is certainly an added bonus.
Kerry seems to be able to get the right balance between the serious stuff and the humour side to.
The only down side to Kerry's books is waiting for the next one. (not really an issue as I'm so patient...NOT)
November 4, 2018
This is the 2nd book in the Andrew Hunter P.I. series. A very enjoyable read. Andrew, much to his chagrin, agrees to look into the theft of two exotic cats. There is also the plea by the daughter of an ex-soldier who is suspected of killing two witnesses to a robbery before killing himself. Andrew and Jenny, who we learn more about, do a wonderful job in these "cases". Thanks to NetGalley, Bookoutre and the Author for allowing me to read and review this book.
November 25, 2018
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A big fan of Kerry Wilkinson's work, this book threw me for a loophole. It starts off with a couple, Owen and Wendy, going to look for an engagement ring in a pawn shop. The couple witnesses a burglary but survives it. Later on, they are killed and it seems as if a man named Luke Methodist did the deed. But why? Enter Fiona Methodist, Luke's daughter, who claims her Dad would never do such a thing. She hires Andrew Hunter to investigate the matter and Andrew, being the nice guy he is, takes the case pro-bono. He, along with his quirky, fearless assistant, Jenny, also take on a case of missing Bengal cats whose owner, Margaret, is quite the eccentric lady. This book just didn't really do it for me. The facts for both cases were messy and the cases were completely unrelated. I really had a problem with what the roles of each of the characters in the Methodist case were and still didn't really understand Luke's part it in as the story ending as it was a bit confusing as to who was working for who and who did what because of why. This started off as a pretty good story but fell a bit flat at the end. Not a horrible read but definitely not a favorite.
Thank you to Netgalley, Kerry Wilkinson, and Bookouture for my ARC in exchange for an honest review.
A big fan of Kerry Wilkinson's work, this book threw me for a loophole. It starts off with a couple, Owen and Wendy, going to look for an engagement ring in a pawn shop. The couple witnesses a burglary but survives it. Later on, they are killed and it seems as if a man named Luke Methodist did the deed. But why? Enter Fiona Methodist, Luke's daughter, who claims her Dad would never do such a thing. She hires Andrew Hunter to investigate the matter and Andrew, being the nice guy he is, takes the case pro-bono. He, along with his quirky, fearless assistant, Jenny, also take on a case of missing Bengal cats whose owner, Margaret, is quite the eccentric lady. This book just didn't really do it for me. The facts for both cases were messy and the cases were completely unrelated. I really had a problem with what the roles of each of the characters in the Methodist case were and still didn't really understand Luke's part it in as the story ending as it was a bit confusing as to who was working for who and who did what because of why. This started off as a pretty good story but fell a bit flat at the end. Not a horrible read but definitely not a favorite.
Thank you to Netgalley, Kerry Wilkinson, and Bookouture for my ARC in exchange for an honest review.
November 28, 2018
Loved this book!! I enjoyed it even more than the first book in the series. The opening of the book with the jewelry store robbery had me hooked and I couldn't wait to find out what happened. Andrew and Jenny make the perfect partners. I can't wait to find out more about Jenny. There's definitely something in her past and no one should ever call her psycho. I loved seeing Jenny with Andrew's Aunt Gem.
Andrew Hunter finds himself looking into the case of Luke Methodist, who was accused of killing a young couple in the middle of the day. Andrew takes the case after Luke's daughter shows up at his door insisting that her father was innocent. Andrew's other case involves two stolen Bengal cats. Between looking for two missing kitties and the truth about Like Methodist, Andrew has been spending more time with Keira. Aunt Gem and Rory the pug make an appearance. Of course Jenny is there and always has Andrew's back- from a crazy cat in a box to a scary large hulk of a man.
I absolutely loved the missing Bengal cat case. I mean how can you not enjoy Elvis and Presley and the impressive trio of Michael, Tito and Jermaine (the Northern Cats of the Year)? The Bengal cat owners were all sorts of crazy. I admit I LOVE taking pictures of my cats but I draw the line with custom made cat boots from Copenhagen to keep their paws clean, plaques on the house and spending tens of thousands for a cat. It was a definite surprise who was behind the catnapping. The Luke Methodist case had one twist after another. I enjoyed how Andrew and Jenny unraveled all the lies and secrets tied to what really happened. I really hope Andrew and Keira get back together, I don't think they ever stopped loving each other. They seem perfect for each other, except for Keira's crazy and evil father. He is a horrible person and if I was Andrew I would be scared.
I definitely recommend this book. Although you should read Something Wicked first. I loved the characters, story and writing style. I can't wait to read the next book in the series.
Thanks to NetGalley, Bookouture and the author, Kerry Wilkinson, for a free electronic ARC of this novel.
Andrew Hunter finds himself looking into the case of Luke Methodist, who was accused of killing a young couple in the middle of the day. Andrew takes the case after Luke's daughter shows up at his door insisting that her father was innocent. Andrew's other case involves two stolen Bengal cats. Between looking for two missing kitties and the truth about Like Methodist, Andrew has been spending more time with Keira. Aunt Gem and Rory the pug make an appearance. Of course Jenny is there and always has Andrew's back- from a crazy cat in a box to a scary large hulk of a man.
I absolutely loved the missing Bengal cat case. I mean how can you not enjoy Elvis and Presley and the impressive trio of Michael, Tito and Jermaine (the Northern Cats of the Year)? The Bengal cat owners were all sorts of crazy. I admit I LOVE taking pictures of my cats but I draw the line with custom made cat boots from Copenhagen to keep their paws clean, plaques on the house and spending tens of thousands for a cat. It was a definite surprise who was behind the catnapping. The Luke Methodist case had one twist after another. I enjoyed how Andrew and Jenny unraveled all the lies and secrets tied to what really happened. I really hope Andrew and Keira get back together, I don't think they ever stopped loving each other. They seem perfect for each other, except for Keira's crazy and evil father. He is a horrible person and if I was Andrew I would be scared.
I definitely recommend this book. Although you should read Something Wicked first. I loved the characters, story and writing style. I can't wait to read the next book in the series.
Thanks to NetGalley, Bookouture and the author, Kerry Wilkinson, for a free electronic ARC of this novel.
January 3, 2019
Andrew Hunter is a private investigator. He takes on cases that others won't touch- usually because he finds it difficult to say no!
When Fiona Methodist appears on his doorstep desperate to prove that her father hadn't shot a young couple in cold blood before shooting himself. He was a war veteran. He was her dad. Reluctantly he decides to look into it. Jenny, his rather wacky assistant, says he is a sucker for a sob story! She's probably right! He soon finds himself trying to find lost cats, helping out his not so ex-wife, avoiding a 'Mr Big' as well as a jewel robbery that seemed to have sparked off the murders Fiona's father was accused of!
Although at times I despaired of Andrew & his inability to keep out of trouble I really liked him He & Jenny make a great pair. As well as the action in the story there is also an element of humour in these stories. This is the second in the series & I am already looking forward to the next one.
Thanks to Netgalley & the publisher for letting me read & review this book.
When Fiona Methodist appears on his doorstep desperate to prove that her father hadn't shot a young couple in cold blood before shooting himself. He was a war veteran. He was her dad. Reluctantly he decides to look into it. Jenny, his rather wacky assistant, says he is a sucker for a sob story! She's probably right! He soon finds himself trying to find lost cats, helping out his not so ex-wife, avoiding a 'Mr Big' as well as a jewel robbery that seemed to have sparked off the murders Fiona's father was accused of!
Although at times I despaired of Andrew & his inability to keep out of trouble I really liked him He & Jenny make a great pair. As well as the action in the story there is also an element of humour in these stories. This is the second in the series & I am already looking forward to the next one.
Thanks to Netgalley & the publisher for letting me read & review this book.
November 23, 2018
I admit i'm still a newbie to this genre (well ones that don't include witches and vampires etc.) so I can't really compare this to many others. With that said I really enjoy this series so far. The mystery aspect was interesting enough and it has has a certain vibe to it which makes for an entertaining read. I also really like the characters. Speaking of characters like I said I like Andrew I really do, but Jenny takes over the spotlight, I find her extremely intriguing and am looking forward to finding out more about her. I can't wait to read book 3 to see some of those loose ends tied up.
January 9, 2023
I haven't read the first book in this series but figured Book 2 was as good a place as any to start. The story features Andrew Hunter who is a Private Investigator who takes on a case working for Fiona Methodist. A young couple are shot and killed by a war veteran and then it's discovered they were witnesses due to give evidence on a robbery they witnessed. That war veteran is Fiona's father Luke and Andrew takes the case pro-bono. Alongside Andrew is his assistant Jenny and while Andrew is working one case she takes on another. Jenny is a great character and I really liked the fact that she and Andrew were polar opposites.
We also get to see Andrew dealing with family including his ex-wife and his Aunt. I liked Andrew but I think it may have helped me to read the first book to get a real idea of the main characters that are appearing again. The story kept me reading and the writing was decent but for some reason I couldn't really engage with this book on some level. It is definitely not a bad book but I think I should have either read book 1 first or maybe tried this authors series featuring Jessica Daniel. I think I may well give it a couple of months and try book 1 of that series.
We also get to see Andrew dealing with family including his ex-wife and his Aunt. I liked Andrew but I think it may have helped me to read the first book to get a real idea of the main characters that are appearing again. The story kept me reading and the writing was decent but for some reason I couldn't really engage with this book on some level. It is definitely not a bad book but I think I should have either read book 1 first or maybe tried this authors series featuring Jessica Daniel. I think I may well give it a couple of months and try book 1 of that series.
November 20, 2018
3.5 stars
Andrew Hunter, a private investigator, ends up investigating a variety of cases--from missing cats to far more serious circumstances. He's a bit of a push-over and doesn't always get paid for his work, but it doesn't bother him as he doesn't really need the money. Jenny, Andrew's assistant, is actually the more intriguing character.
Jenny has a lack of empathy; she is unable to understand the emotions of others and therefore, unable to empathize. She is trying to learn and mirror behavior, and it isn't clear whether she is actually developing an ability to empathize or simply trying to seem normal. She is bright and funny and fearless. The fearlessness (also a part of her inability to feel things the way others do) can be dangerous.
Two separate cases confront the two in this book, the search for extremely expensive Bengal cats (a breed developed to look like their more exotic cousins in the wild) and the search for answers for a young woman who doesn't want to believe her father murdered two people and killed himself. The second case takes both Andrew and Jenny into a treacherous and unexpected waters.
More of the backgrounds of both Andrew and Jenny come to light in this installment. Details of Andrew's marriage and divorce get more focus and hints about events in Jenny's past and a twist concerning Jenny at the end.
I particularly enjoyed Jenny's interactions with Andrew's eccentric Aunt Gem; they seem to have formed a connection that is outside of Jenny's emotional range. Is she genuinely expanding her narrow emotional confines or is it part of her attempts to behave like others?
I still prefer Wilkinson's Jessica Daniel series, but Andrew Hunter and Jenny's opposing personalities are involving. No romantic relationship here, Andrew is still in love with his ex-wife, but Andrew and Jenny make an interesting pair.
NetGalley/Bookouture
Mystery/PI. Dec. 10, 2018. Originally published 2016. Print length: 353 pages.
Andrew Hunter, a private investigator, ends up investigating a variety of cases--from missing cats to far more serious circumstances. He's a bit of a push-over and doesn't always get paid for his work, but it doesn't bother him as he doesn't really need the money. Jenny, Andrew's assistant, is actually the more intriguing character.
Jenny has a lack of empathy; she is unable to understand the emotions of others and therefore, unable to empathize. She is trying to learn and mirror behavior, and it isn't clear whether she is actually developing an ability to empathize or simply trying to seem normal. She is bright and funny and fearless. The fearlessness (also a part of her inability to feel things the way others do) can be dangerous.
Two separate cases confront the two in this book, the search for extremely expensive Bengal cats (a breed developed to look like their more exotic cousins in the wild) and the search for answers for a young woman who doesn't want to believe her father murdered two people and killed himself. The second case takes both Andrew and Jenny into a treacherous and unexpected waters.
More of the backgrounds of both Andrew and Jenny come to light in this installment. Details of Andrew's marriage and divorce get more focus and hints about events in Jenny's past and a twist concerning Jenny at the end.
I particularly enjoyed Jenny's interactions with Andrew's eccentric Aunt Gem; they seem to have formed a connection that is outside of Jenny's emotional range. Is she genuinely expanding her narrow emotional confines or is it part of her attempts to behave like others?
I still prefer Wilkinson's Jessica Daniel series, but Andrew Hunter and Jenny's opposing personalities are involving. No romantic relationship here, Andrew is still in love with his ex-wife, but Andrew and Jenny make an interesting pair.
NetGalley/Bookouture
Mystery/PI. Dec. 10, 2018. Originally published 2016. Print length: 353 pages.
October 6, 2016
Having really enjoyed book 1, I was eager to dive back into this series.While book 1 was good, this was so much better. We get to see a bit more of Andrews background and we learn a few things about Jenny, though she still has a lot more to tell, I'm sure!!
In this one, a tearful girl asks Andrew to help her find the truth about the day her dad died. Fiona's life has been hell since the day her father was accused of murdering 2 young people and then killing himself. She knows he is innocent but can she prove it? Despite the girl not being able to pay Andrew, he takes the job anyway. Along with Jenny, they are brought on one heck of a ride to find the truth!!
This edition of the series we see a little more of who Andrew was and how he came to be a private eye. His story was quite surprising and I loved seeing it unfold!! He definitely finds himself in some sticky situations here, one with his ex wife and her dad and another with the investigation. He has to faces some hard truths about himself and his partner Jenny, whom we get to know a little better here! I really need to know why she is the way she is, so I hope the author will explain in the next book!!
In all, a brilliant second book and one that upped the game for this series. It was fast paced, intense and gripping and I can't wait to see what is next for the dynamic duo!!
Again, Nigel Patterson, was amazing. He just knows how to tell a good story and how to make the reader become invested in the book. He is fast becoming a favourite narrator of mine.
*I received a free copy of this from the narrator. This in no way affected my thoughts.*
In this one, a tearful girl asks Andrew to help her find the truth about the day her dad died. Fiona's life has been hell since the day her father was accused of murdering 2 young people and then killing himself. She knows he is innocent but can she prove it? Despite the girl not being able to pay Andrew, he takes the job anyway. Along with Jenny, they are brought on one heck of a ride to find the truth!!
This edition of the series we see a little more of who Andrew was and how he came to be a private eye. His story was quite surprising and I loved seeing it unfold!! He definitely finds himself in some sticky situations here, one with his ex wife and her dad and another with the investigation. He has to faces some hard truths about himself and his partner Jenny, whom we get to know a little better here! I really need to know why she is the way she is, so I hope the author will explain in the next book!!
In all, a brilliant second book and one that upped the game for this series. It was fast paced, intense and gripping and I can't wait to see what is next for the dynamic duo!!
Again, Nigel Patterson, was amazing. He just knows how to tell a good story and how to make the reader become invested in the book. He is fast becoming a favourite narrator of mine.
*I received a free copy of this from the narrator. This in no way affected my thoughts.*
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December 8, 2018"Sometimes a person's truth was more powerful than the actuality."
Fiona Methodist comes to Andrew Hunter's PI office to clear her father's name. It seems that he was named as the killer of two students who'd witnessed and survived an armed robbery of a jewelry store. Luke Methodist is also dead at the scene and is the de facto murderer and now Fiona is barely getting by as her reputation is ruined by the association. Andrew and Jenny start to look into the case. In addition, Andrew is asked to find two stolen pedigreed cats for another heartsick client. All the while, he's also trying to get back with his ex-wife Keira and spends some time looking after the well-being of his aunt who is having electrical problems in her council flat. So how is it that he ends up interacting with so many unsavory characters as he investigates these very disparate cases and tries to resolve domestic situations? NO SPOILERS.
Andrew Hunter is an interesting character who has many flaws and knows exactly what they are while powerless to change much about himself and his personal life. The secret that cost him his wife hangs over his head constantly preventing him from finding any sense of present day happiness. Jenny is definitely odd -- "sometimes her quirkiness was endearing; too many times it was just strange." They make a great work couple and, thankfully, there's nothing romantic going on. The narrative is quite descriptive, especially about the city of Manchester and the weather, and it sometimes got overlong. There's not a lot of action, really, as the different investigations plod along. The resolutions weren't really all that exciting, but frankly, the cases weren't either. I think this series is more of a character study than a crime thriller or detective style novel. I've read both books in the series and I will likely want to check out the next because this ends on a bit of a hanger. Just FYI, it's not a pulse-pounding suspense thriller but it did provide me with a couple of hours of entertainment.
Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for this e-book ARC to read and review.
Fiona Methodist comes to Andrew Hunter's PI office to clear her father's name. It seems that he was named as the killer of two students who'd witnessed and survived an armed robbery of a jewelry store. Luke Methodist is also dead at the scene and is the de facto murderer and now Fiona is barely getting by as her reputation is ruined by the association. Andrew and Jenny start to look into the case. In addition, Andrew is asked to find two stolen pedigreed cats for another heartsick client. All the while, he's also trying to get back with his ex-wife Keira and spends some time looking after the well-being of his aunt who is having electrical problems in her council flat. So how is it that he ends up interacting with so many unsavory characters as he investigates these very disparate cases and tries to resolve domestic situations? NO SPOILERS.
Andrew Hunter is an interesting character who has many flaws and knows exactly what they are while powerless to change much about himself and his personal life. The secret that cost him his wife hangs over his head constantly preventing him from finding any sense of present day happiness. Jenny is definitely odd -- "sometimes her quirkiness was endearing; too many times it was just strange." They make a great work couple and, thankfully, there's nothing romantic going on. The narrative is quite descriptive, especially about the city of Manchester and the weather, and it sometimes got overlong. There's not a lot of action, really, as the different investigations plod along. The resolutions weren't really all that exciting, but frankly, the cases weren't either. I think this series is more of a character study than a crime thriller or detective style novel. I've read both books in the series and I will likely want to check out the next because this ends on a bit of a hanger. Just FYI, it's not a pulse-pounding suspense thriller but it did provide me with a couple of hours of entertainment.
Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for this e-book ARC to read and review.
September 29, 2016
I'm really beginning to like Andrew Hunter.
4.5/5
Super Huge thank you to the Author, Publishers and Netgalley for an ARC of this book.
I have to say I love Kerry Wilkinson's books. I'm a huge fan of the Jessica Daniel series, and I'm getting that way with this series to.
This is the 2nd Andrew Hunter book. Andrew is a Private Investigator, but he seems to just investigate all those things that no one else would be interested in. And seems that he rarely gets paid for most of his work, as he does seem to have a soft spot for a sob story. He might not always get paid, but he certainly goes above and beyond to find out what he want's to know. It's not always easy finding things out, and sometimes you have to delve further than anyone else to get to the truth, it also sometimes gets you into trouble, which is certainly the case for Andrew. I have really grown to like the character Andrew, but also his office assistant/receptionist/sidekick that is Jenny. She's also turning into a great character.
Andrew in this book, has to face up to things from his past too, he needs to start being honest about how he was able to set up his own business, and afford to live in one of Manchester's quite luxurious
apartment blocks in the city centre. But most of all, he need's to explain all this to his ex wife, who is certainly not going to like it.
I love how in all Kerry's books he always manages to get in a mention or two of the Great Manchester weather. It always tickles me when it's mentioned as only anyone living in and around Manchester will ever understand out great weather. I think you always get that little bit more from a book when you know the area that is featured, being able to clearly see things in your mind while reading is certainly an added bonus.
Kerry seems to be able to get the right balance between the serious stuff and the humour side to.
The only down side to Kerry's books is waiting for the next one. (not really an issue as I'm so patient...NOT)
4.5/5
Super Huge thank you to the Author, Publishers and Netgalley for an ARC of this book.
I have to say I love Kerry Wilkinson's books. I'm a huge fan of the Jessica Daniel series, and I'm getting that way with this series to.
This is the 2nd Andrew Hunter book. Andrew is a Private Investigator, but he seems to just investigate all those things that no one else would be interested in. And seems that he rarely gets paid for most of his work, as he does seem to have a soft spot for a sob story. He might not always get paid, but he certainly goes above and beyond to find out what he want's to know. It's not always easy finding things out, and sometimes you have to delve further than anyone else to get to the truth, it also sometimes gets you into trouble, which is certainly the case for Andrew. I have really grown to like the character Andrew, but also his office assistant/receptionist/sidekick that is Jenny. She's also turning into a great character.
Andrew in this book, has to face up to things from his past too, he needs to start being honest about how he was able to set up his own business, and afford to live in one of Manchester's quite luxurious
apartment blocks in the city centre. But most of all, he need's to explain all this to his ex wife, who is certainly not going to like it.
I love how in all Kerry's books he always manages to get in a mention or two of the Great Manchester weather. It always tickles me when it's mentioned as only anyone living in and around Manchester will ever understand out great weather. I think you always get that little bit more from a book when you know the area that is featured, being able to clearly see things in your mind while reading is certainly an added bonus.
Kerry seems to be able to get the right balance between the serious stuff and the humour side to.
The only down side to Kerry's books is waiting for the next one. (not really an issue as I'm so patient...NOT)
December 4, 2018
Something Hidden is an appropriate title for this book, as it turns out that many things are hidden!
Andrew Hunter, a 35 year old Private Investigator, finds himself with two cases as opposite as can be. Fiona Methodist is a young woman who wants to clear her father's name. Luke Methodist is widely believed to have murdered a young couple, who were witnesses to the robbery of a jewelry store, before killing himself. His infamy has caused her to lose her job and her apartment and she wants her life back. Andrew takes her case pro bono.
Case #2 finds him searching for the kidnapper(s) of two Bengal cats, a special and highly expensive breed created by mating a Bengal tiger with a cat. The owner is quite distraught, and though Andrew himself is scared of cats, before he knows it he has promised her to find out what happened to them.
Between working the cases which have him meeting all kinds of characters, he's also looking out for his aged Aunt Gemma and trying to sort out his ongoing feelings about his ex-wife, Keira.
I like Andrew. He's very relatable and personable, and honest about his failings and flaws. I also like Jenny, his assistant, full of spunk and sass, seemingly fearless, and an enigma to Andrew. To witness their interactions with each other is pure entertainment.
Told using the third person narrative, the story alternates between sixteen months ago when the jewelry store robbery occurred, and current day, when his compassion leads him to take on these two cases. The current day parts are marked day by day, with all of the action happening in a relatively short time-frame. Combine an interesting story with short chapters and you write a book that keeps the reader wanting to read more.
This is an entertaining read, and rates 3.5 stars from me.
Many thanks to NetGalley and Bookouture for allowing me to read an e-ARC of this book in exchange for an honest, unbiased review. All opinions expressed here are my own.
Andrew Hunter, a 35 year old Private Investigator, finds himself with two cases as opposite as can be. Fiona Methodist is a young woman who wants to clear her father's name. Luke Methodist is widely believed to have murdered a young couple, who were witnesses to the robbery of a jewelry store, before killing himself. His infamy has caused her to lose her job and her apartment and she wants her life back. Andrew takes her case pro bono.
Case #2 finds him searching for the kidnapper(s) of two Bengal cats, a special and highly expensive breed created by mating a Bengal tiger with a cat. The owner is quite distraught, and though Andrew himself is scared of cats, before he knows it he has promised her to find out what happened to them.
Between working the cases which have him meeting all kinds of characters, he's also looking out for his aged Aunt Gemma and trying to sort out his ongoing feelings about his ex-wife, Keira.
I like Andrew. He's very relatable and personable, and honest about his failings and flaws. I also like Jenny, his assistant, full of spunk and sass, seemingly fearless, and an enigma to Andrew. To witness their interactions with each other is pure entertainment.
Told using the third person narrative, the story alternates between sixteen months ago when the jewelry store robbery occurred, and current day, when his compassion leads him to take on these two cases. The current day parts are marked day by day, with all of the action happening in a relatively short time-frame. Combine an interesting story with short chapters and you write a book that keeps the reader wanting to read more.
This is an entertaining read, and rates 3.5 stars from me.
Many thanks to NetGalley and Bookouture for allowing me to read an e-ARC of this book in exchange for an honest, unbiased review. All opinions expressed here are my own.
July 11, 2016
I was lucky enough to receive a review copy of this book from the author prior to release. (I had already pre-ordered it :) )
Would have given this 4 and a half stars if that was possible, really good read.
Andrew Hunter is back in his second adventure and his remarkably complicated life. With guilt eating away at him because of what he did to his ex-wife, his 'weird' assistant continuing to intrigue him, and people pushing him around, the character is slowing evolving, and it will be interesting to see where he goes from here.
Loved the book, finished it in two sittings, and can't wait for the next one !
Would have given this 4 and a half stars if that was possible, really good read.
Andrew Hunter is back in his second adventure and his remarkably complicated life. With guilt eating away at him because of what he did to his ex-wife, his 'weird' assistant continuing to intrigue him, and people pushing him around, the character is slowing evolving, and it will be interesting to see where he goes from here.
Loved the book, finished it in two sittings, and can't wait for the next one !
April 12, 2019
This is the first book that I have read by Kerry Wilkinson, so I was unsure what to expect.
The story starts out strong and introduces you very quickly to the background story of what will eventually become the primary case that is being investigated by Andrew Hunter. Andrew is hired pro bono by Fiona Methodist to look into her father's case. Her father is deceased, but she refuses to believe that her father was responsible for the death of two young college students who were witness to a jewelry store robbery.
In addition to Fiona Methodists' case, Andrew is also hired to look into the theft of two highly awarded Bengal cats. This case adds a bit of humor to the overall story, as Andrew does not like cats.
The complicated relationship dynamics that Kerry build into the story help to provide some airiness to what other wise is a sad story, when thinking of Fiona Methodist. There is the complicated and yet romantic relationship between Andrew and his ex-wife Keira, who he has recently started seeing again. Kerry does a wonderful job in developing these characters relationships, but what he does towards the end is shocking and leaves you wondering if Andrew and Keira will ever get back together with the new information that has come to light. Then you have to add in Keira's father who cares for his daughter, but is ruthless and harsh to Andrew.
Then there is Jenny, Andrew's assistant. She is a hard one to understand because she is such a unique and unusual character. I am curious to learn more about Jenny and her past as Kerry keeps you pretty much in the dark about her. From what you learn in the story though, Jenny is a strong woman who has no fear of anything and is willing to stand up for those she cares about even if it means that she could get injured herself.
This was a really good book to read and at times it did move slowly. I also did wonder, if the theft of the two Bengals was necessary to the story or not. For this reason, I am giving the book a 3 out of 5.
The story starts out strong and introduces you very quickly to the background story of what will eventually become the primary case that is being investigated by Andrew Hunter. Andrew is hired pro bono by Fiona Methodist to look into her father's case. Her father is deceased, but she refuses to believe that her father was responsible for the death of two young college students who were witness to a jewelry store robbery.
In addition to Fiona Methodists' case, Andrew is also hired to look into the theft of two highly awarded Bengal cats. This case adds a bit of humor to the overall story, as Andrew does not like cats.
The complicated relationship dynamics that Kerry build into the story help to provide some airiness to what other wise is a sad story, when thinking of Fiona Methodist. There is the complicated and yet romantic relationship between Andrew and his ex-wife Keira, who he has recently started seeing again. Kerry does a wonderful job in developing these characters relationships, but what he does towards the end is shocking and leaves you wondering if Andrew and Keira will ever get back together with the new information that has come to light. Then you have to add in Keira's father who cares for his daughter, but is ruthless and harsh to Andrew.
Then there is Jenny, Andrew's assistant. She is a hard one to understand because she is such a unique and unusual character. I am curious to learn more about Jenny and her past as Kerry keeps you pretty much in the dark about her. From what you learn in the story though, Jenny is a strong woman who has no fear of anything and is willing to stand up for those she cares about even if it means that she could get injured herself.
This was a really good book to read and at times it did move slowly. I also did wonder, if the theft of the two Bengals was necessary to the story or not. For this reason, I am giving the book a 3 out of 5.
November 21, 2018
Something Hidden (Andrew Hunter Book2) by author Kerry Wilkinson is another layered mystery with Andrew Hunter as the PI searching for answers. Winter and Valentines Day are not his favorite times of the year! Andrew has met a young woman named Fiona Methodist and she is asking for help. The beginning of the story is set sixteen months prior and finds a young couple looking in the glass cases of a privately owned jewelry store for a modest engagement ring. Minutes later they are on the floor and witnessing a robbery. Days later that same couple is gunned down and killed as they cross the courtyard at the university. The shooter then turns the gun on himself and dies beside the students. His name is Luke Methodist. Now as we forward to the present, Fiona is desperate to clear her father's name if possible. She has lost her job and home due to the publicity about her father being the shooter. No one wants to be associated with her so she has changed her name. Andrew and his office assistant Jenny listen in shock and determine to find any answers to help Fiona come to terms with the death of her father and the shooting.
Before Andrew and Jenny can help Fiona, they are called to find a couple of Bengal cats which have been stolen from their distraught owner. Sometimes the author adds some humor into the scenes and this case has a few laughs. I love how Jenny really is more active in this book. She takes on tough street guys when trying to bargain a price for a cat. Later she attacks a tough bodyguard and declares " I'm Not A psycho!" There is more to learn about Jenny, I think. Also, the scene when Andrew tells Keira the truth about their break-up...Oh, that is sad! So stay tuned for more from these characters in the Andrew Hunter Series!
Publication Date: December 10, 2018
Before Andrew and Jenny can help Fiona, they are called to find a couple of Bengal cats which have been stolen from their distraught owner. Sometimes the author adds some humor into the scenes and this case has a few laughs. I love how Jenny really is more active in this book. She takes on tough street guys when trying to bargain a price for a cat. Later she attacks a tough bodyguard and declares " I'm Not A psycho!" There is more to learn about Jenny, I think. Also, the scene when Andrew tells Keira the truth about their break-up...Oh, that is sad! So stay tuned for more from these characters in the Andrew Hunter Series!
Publication Date: December 10, 2018
February 6, 2024
Book Review:
Something Hidden by Kerry Wilkinson
Bookouture, 28th July 2016
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Synopsis:
Fiona Methodist's father is accused of shooting dead a young couple at point-blank range before turning the gun on himself. She knows her softly spoken father wasn't capable of killing, and won't stop until she clears his name.
For investigator Andrew Hunter--no stranger to cases that appear unsolvable--it's obvious something doesn't add up. When he digs into a robbery, the murdered couple witnessed just days before they died, a chilling clue at the scene of the crime leads Andrew to a horrible realization...
Will Andrew have to put his own life at risk to find the truth?
Review:
Kerry Wilkinson serves up another delicious slab of mystery and intrigue in this second book in his Andrew Hunter series.
Andrew and his skilled sidekick Jenny's relationship is so well written. It's delightful to read and also brings a lightness and touch of humour to even out the steely tone.
The chapters flow well, and the twists are nicely placed. This is a great book by Kerry that whets the appetite for more Andrew Hunter!
*Thanks to Bookouture and the author for providing an eARC via NetGalley. This is my unbiased review.
#BookReview #SomethingHidden #KerryWilkinson #Bookouture #Bookstagram #NetGalley
Something Hidden by Kerry Wilkinson
Bookouture, 28th July 2016
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Synopsis:
Fiona Methodist's father is accused of shooting dead a young couple at point-blank range before turning the gun on himself. She knows her softly spoken father wasn't capable of killing, and won't stop until she clears his name.
For investigator Andrew Hunter--no stranger to cases that appear unsolvable--it's obvious something doesn't add up. When he digs into a robbery, the murdered couple witnessed just days before they died, a chilling clue at the scene of the crime leads Andrew to a horrible realization...
Will Andrew have to put his own life at risk to find the truth?
Review:
Kerry Wilkinson serves up another delicious slab of mystery and intrigue in this second book in his Andrew Hunter series.
Andrew and his skilled sidekick Jenny's relationship is so well written. It's delightful to read and also brings a lightness and touch of humour to even out the steely tone.
The chapters flow well, and the twists are nicely placed. This is a great book by Kerry that whets the appetite for more Andrew Hunter!
*Thanks to Bookouture and the author for providing an eARC via NetGalley. This is my unbiased review.
#BookReview #SomethingHidden #KerryWilkinson #Bookouture #Bookstagram #NetGalley
December 28, 2017
I knew what I was getting into, reading a Kerry wilkinson book as I have read the first book in this series. The story started out good and simple enough.
I wasn't a fan of "the plot" and the ending was quite predictable for me. Still, it takes a certain skill and talent to keep a reader interested, and Kerry wilkinson did it.
The main character "Andrew Hunter" is probably one of the most realistic main characters I have come across. His appearance is pretty basic, he is No hero by any degree, prone to human errors and sometimes, he is a wimp. His Assistant on the other hand is as mysterious as it gets, and she brings a wonderful touch to the book.
Truth: i had to skim through a few pages, like when he goes on describing the scenery and weather and alll; but what he does nail excellently is the dialogue especially between Andrew and his assistant and his Aunt who brings Life to the book. The book also has its moment of wry humour.
I hope there is a third book in the series. And the ending, though not a shocker, was still good.
December 14, 2018
3.5
Interesting characters and a different perspective. The writing was very good. There are two mysteries going on here, very different cases.
I liked Andrew. His relationships with his assistant, Jenny (great character) and his aunt Gemma really round him out. His ex wife, Keira, plays a part in this as well.
The bengal cat mystery was more nuts! I loved reading about those eccentric characters. That’s not to take away from the shooting mystery which was also interesting. It was a different slant as the suspect’s daughter shows us the impact these type of events have on the family that remain, quite sad.
Both mysteries come equipped with twists and red herrings. The conclusion was satisfying. I would continue on this series.
Thanks to NetGalley, the author and Bookouture for a copy in exchange for a review.
Interesting characters and a different perspective. The writing was very good. There are two mysteries going on here, very different cases.
I liked Andrew. His relationships with his assistant, Jenny (great character) and his aunt Gemma really round him out. His ex wife, Keira, plays a part in this as well.
The bengal cat mystery was more nuts! I loved reading about those eccentric characters. That’s not to take away from the shooting mystery which was also interesting. It was a different slant as the suspect’s daughter shows us the impact these type of events have on the family that remain, quite sad.
Both mysteries come equipped with twists and red herrings. The conclusion was satisfying. I would continue on this series.
Thanks to NetGalley, the author and Bookouture for a copy in exchange for a review.
December 9, 2018
2nd book of the series. We get to know Andrew Hunter better and his employee. Andrew's relationship with his ex looks like it might be back on again. Andrew is hired by a young woman to find out if her father murdered 2 college kids. ANdrew then gets sucked into a world he doesn't want to be in. Andrew seems like to much of a wimp to be a PI. Doesn't carry a gun and doesn't seem to have the body or brains. The way this book ended though you will want to read the next book because a clue is given to him about his employee.
I received this from NetGalley and Bookouture for an honest review.
I received this from NetGalley and Bookouture for an honest review.
May 20, 2019
Another great story and thoroughly enjoyable book from Kerry. Peppered with the usual corny wit, and I found this one to be more believable and therefore a notch up from the first story in the series.
I think we’re tapping a little below the surface in Jenny and feel there will be some surprises in store in the coming books. All in all a great read, well narrated in the audiobook version and, like the first one, well produced with the telephone voices and the fading in and out of the conversations.
I’m really liking the Andrew Hunter series!
I think we’re tapping a little below the surface in Jenny and feel there will be some surprises in store in the coming books. All in all a great read, well narrated in the audiobook version and, like the first one, well produced with the telephone voices and the fading in and out of the conversations.
I’m really liking the Andrew Hunter series!
January 3, 2020
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and was disappointed that it had to end. It was quite a while ago that I read the first Andrew Hunter book so could not fully remember the events of that one but that did not affect the enjoyment of this book at all. The characters come to life and you can really feel for them. The story line was good and there was not a tidy happy ending which made it all the more enjoyable.
I do enjoy reading Kerry Wilkinson books including the Jessica Daniels series and his standalone books.
I do enjoy reading Kerry Wilkinson books including the Jessica Daniels series and his standalone books.
November 13, 2018
This is the second book in this series. It can be read as a stand-alone. Kerry Wilkinson provides an intense narrative set in Northwest England. The storyline is complex as the reader is taken through the secondary investigation of a murder conspiracy. The plot is tightly woven with several secondary storylines and magnificent characterization that leads to a twisted finale. A fantastic novel. 5 stars.
Thanks to #NetGalley for this ARC of #SomethingHidden
Thanks to #NetGalley for this ARC of #SomethingHidden
August 30, 2020
An enjoyable read/listen and a good follow up to the first book in the series. I have to admit to being a little confused with some of the characters in places and still can't figure out Luke's involvement in the main plot line. Did he or didn't he?
I look forward to listening to the next in the series though in truth I much prefer the author's Jessica Daniel series.
I look forward to listening to the next in the series though in truth I much prefer the author's Jessica Daniel series.
November 20, 2023
Andrew Hunter is a private investigator with a capable but idiosyncratic assistant. In between hunting stolen cats (paid) and looking for information on a murder/suicide (unpaid), he is trying to sort out his private life. None of these achieve unqualified success but they make for an entertaining read.
September 8, 2018
I jumped into this one without realising it was the second book in a series. I don't think this spoilt the story.
Whilst not a stand out amazing book, I do recall (yes, it's been a while since I read it) that the mystery was intriguing with a few red herrings along the way.
Whilst not a stand out amazing book, I do recall (yes, it's been a while since I read it) that the mystery was intriguing with a few red herrings along the way.
December 15, 2018
Something Hidden: A totally unnoticeable murder mystery novel( Andrew Hunter Book1) by Kerry Wilkerson
A true ride in mystery and what a thrill. Good characters and great content. You would expect nothing less from one of Mr. Wilkinson,s books. Great read!
A true ride in mystery and what a thrill. Good characters and great content. You would expect nothing less from one of Mr. Wilkinson,s books. Great read!
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