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D.I. Hannah Robbins #6
A Deeper Song
How do you fight someone you can’t see?
Detective Inspector Hannah Robbins finds herself on the most perilous case of her career when a young man darts in front of her car. He’s covered in someone else’s blood and has no memory of how he got there.
Digging up the man’s past puts Hannah on a collision course with a dangerous stranger who wants history to remain hidden and who will stop at nothing to keep his secret.
Hannah finds herself in the biggest fight of her life.
Is this finally a case too far?
Download A Deeper Song for a heart-stopping read where the stakes couldn't be higher.
For fans of Peter James and Angela Marsons
Detective Inspector Hannah Robbins finds herself on the most perilous case of her career when a young man darts in front of her car. He’s covered in someone else’s blood and has no memory of how he got there.
Digging up the man’s past puts Hannah on a collision course with a dangerous stranger who wants history to remain hidden and who will stop at nothing to keep his secret.
Hannah finds herself in the biggest fight of her life.
Is this finally a case too far?
Download A Deeper Song for a heart-stopping read where the stakes couldn't be higher.
For fans of Peter James and Angela Marsons
291 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 18, 2020
About the author
Rebecca Bradley
19 books266 followersRebecca Bradley is a retired police detective who lives in the UK with her family and her two cockapoo's Alfie and Lola. They keep her company while she writes. Rebecca needs to drink copious amounts of tea to function throughout the day and if she could, she would survive on a diet of tea and cake while committing murder on a regular basis, in her writing of course.
To download a FREE novella of THREE WEEKS DEAD visit her website at rebeccabradleycrime.com
You can always chat with her on Twitter where she can be found spending far too much of her time at @RebeccaJBradley
To download a FREE novella of THREE WEEKS DEAD visit her website at rebeccabradleycrime.com
You can always chat with her on Twitter where she can be found spending far too much of her time at @RebeccaJBradley
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March 22, 2020
I've been struggling to concentrate on my reading lately with all the Coronovirus related news and anxieties, but this book certainly helped to take my mind off things. Hannah is in danger for most of the book, and the first person narrative makes it all seem very immediate and visceral. Meanwhile, it's wonderful to see the team spirit amongst her colleagues.
February 22, 2020
Six books into the DI Hannah Robbins series and they are still just as gripping and enjoyable as the first. This time Hannah and the team find themselves faced with a young man who is a complete mystery. After being knocked over, he has no memory, no idea who he is or where he has come from and there doesn't seem to be anyone missing him either. It soon becomes clear that there is far more to his mysterious past than first appears when he is linked to a very old missing person case.
I have to admit that I was a little unsure that Hannah would be allowed to take such a close lead in a case, where she had been involved with the young man getting injured. It wasn't her fault though, so perhaps that was why?
There was quite a different tone to this book, as Hannah finds herself more in the thick of the investigation than she perhaps ever has before. I quite enjoyed this change of pace and it made for an interesting change to the way that the story might usually unfold.
There were a few ends left dangling at the end of the book, not in a forgotten about kind of way, but in a something to come back to later way. Or at least I hope that's the case. I think I'd like to ultimately get a conclusion to that part of the story. I'll certainly be keen to read the next book in the series in any case.
I have to admit that I was a little unsure that Hannah would be allowed to take such a close lead in a case, where she had been involved with the young man getting injured. It wasn't her fault though, so perhaps that was why?
There was quite a different tone to this book, as Hannah finds herself more in the thick of the investigation than she perhaps ever has before. I quite enjoyed this change of pace and it made for an interesting change to the way that the story might usually unfold.
There were a few ends left dangling at the end of the book, not in a forgotten about kind of way, but in a something to come back to later way. Or at least I hope that's the case. I think I'd like to ultimately get a conclusion to that part of the story. I'll certainly be keen to read the next book in the series in any case.
February 19, 2020
A Deeper Song had me intrigued from the end of the first few chapters, initially wondering how the accident Hannah was involved in would develop into a case but as events unfold, it quickly becomes clear there’s a lot more going on than meets the eye when Hannah visits the injured man in hospital who has lost his memory.
I think this may possibly be my favourite book in the series, and seeing the difference in Aaron when he is desperately searching for Hannah is lovely, how he steps up and takes charge of the team. I don’t want to spoil anything for potential readers by giving anything away, but this truly is such an excellent addition to the series, which saw me sitting up until 3.30am to reach the end!
Roll on book 7!!
I think this may possibly be my favourite book in the series, and seeing the difference in Aaron when he is desperately searching for Hannah is lovely, how he steps up and takes charge of the team. I don’t want to spoil anything for potential readers by giving anything away, but this truly is such an excellent addition to the series, which saw me sitting up until 3.30am to reach the end!
Roll on book 7!!
February 24, 2020
I am a BIG fan of Rebecca Bradley’s work and truth be known she is a large inspiration behind my Nottingham police procedural novels. So, when I had another chance to review her latest book I jumped at the chance! Though this is a DI Hannah Robins novel it’s a little different.
Hannah herself has been kidnapped and her team are tasked in finding her, this story gives the other members of her team a chance to shine. There is a mixture of real-life police work thrown in with fiction and though I know now that this is because Rebecca is a retired police officer, I think anyone new to her work wouldn’t notice.
This novel concentrates a lot on family, the family we have and the family that we choose. We a closer look at Hannah’s family dynamics that I know has been touched on in previous novels it feels more personal in this novel.
Rebecca also brings the character of Aaron more into focus in this novel, showing us how he feels in certain situations even though he has autism. I suspect after reading dead blind and the continued growth of Aaron Rebecca enjoys writing about character’s who have disabilities but still manage to hold down senior positions in the police force.
I am looking forward to the next Hannah novel and hope that I to can portray Nottingham crime and those that protect us as well as Rebecca does.
Hannah herself has been kidnapped and her team are tasked in finding her, this story gives the other members of her team a chance to shine. There is a mixture of real-life police work thrown in with fiction and though I know now that this is because Rebecca is a retired police officer, I think anyone new to her work wouldn’t notice.
This novel concentrates a lot on family, the family we have and the family that we choose. We a closer look at Hannah’s family dynamics that I know has been touched on in previous novels it feels more personal in this novel.
Rebecca also brings the character of Aaron more into focus in this novel, showing us how he feels in certain situations even though he has autism. I suspect after reading dead blind and the continued growth of Aaron Rebecca enjoys writing about character’s who have disabilities but still manage to hold down senior positions in the police force.
I am looking forward to the next Hannah novel and hope that I to can portray Nottingham crime and those that protect us as well as Rebecca does.
January 17, 2021
DI Hannah Robbins is the author Rebecca Bradley's detective and there is added mystery for them to solve as there is a young man who was knocked over and has been left with no memory. He has been rendered with no real sense of place or sense of identity. Curiously, however, there are links that appear to his past and a historic missing person's case as there is more to the case than meets the eye as things get deeper and more mysterious. DI Hannah Robbins finds herself right at the heart of trying to solve the case. There are intriguing characters and compelling plot that all builds with suspense and becomes increasingly gripping as the case moves along and builds into a deeper song of life.
The detail within the writing adds to the story and to the evidence and clues, without over-complicating things, making it easy to follow and absorbing. There is however more than just the case of the mysterious young man, there is DI Hannah Robbins estranged sister which all needs dealing with too. It's often good to see family dynamics at play when there is a family, within crime fiction. What is also shown is the team dynamics and the pressures and strains they are under with the case that brings them so close to a breaking point. The thread between the different components runs smoothly at a very good pace.
The detail within the writing adds to the story and to the evidence and clues, without over-complicating things, making it easy to follow and absorbing. There is however more than just the case of the mysterious young man, there is DI Hannah Robbins estranged sister which all needs dealing with too. It's often good to see family dynamics at play when there is a family, within crime fiction. What is also shown is the team dynamics and the pressures and strains they are under with the case that brings them so close to a breaking point. The thread between the different components runs smoothly at a very good pace.
March 18, 2020
With thanks to the author for the copy received. I have enjoyed reading Rebecca Bradley’s books for a few years now, her Hannah Robbins series is one of the few I am up to date on. This book has to be my favourite one yet and with the situation that we currently find ourselves living in I read it in one day. I was absolutely hooked on the way the storyline unfolded.
At the beginning you are made aware of the decision that Hannah has to face concerning her sister, and how it may have a bearing on the accident that followed. In her attempts to find out more about the young man she hit she places herself in danger and it’s from then that I couldn’t put the book down. And I can’t say a further thing about the storyline because it needs to be spoiler free. But with the way it is written, with the narrative changing between Hannah and Aaron I was desperate to know what would happen.
If done well this type of novel works for me and this was one of the better ones. I appreciated getting to know more about the team and seeing the frustration they felt. There was one moment in particular where I really understood what Aaron was going through. I’m not sure if it’s something I would like to experience.
A cracking storyline with an ending that left me wanting more.
At the beginning you are made aware of the decision that Hannah has to face concerning her sister, and how it may have a bearing on the accident that followed. In her attempts to find out more about the young man she hit she places herself in danger and it’s from then that I couldn’t put the book down. And I can’t say a further thing about the storyline because it needs to be spoiler free. But with the way it is written, with the narrative changing between Hannah and Aaron I was desperate to know what would happen.
If done well this type of novel works for me and this was one of the better ones. I appreciated getting to know more about the team and seeing the frustration they felt. There was one moment in particular where I really understood what Aaron was going through. I’m not sure if it’s something I would like to experience.
A cracking storyline with an ending that left me wanting more.
June 12, 2022
Extremely new take on an old concept!
And I can't tell you what I mean because that would be a spoiler, and I don't do those. This book was captivating, nerve wracking, nail biting suspense! And I loved it. I have read many novels with this main plot, but none that were so good. When you take a main character into it the way it was done here, well you can't help but be invested! And now, there are only 2!
And I can't tell you what I mean because that would be a spoiler, and I don't do those. This book was captivating, nerve wracking, nail biting suspense! And I loved it. I have read many novels with this main plot, but none that were so good. When you take a main character into it the way it was done here, well you can't help but be invested! And now, there are only 2!
March 26, 2020
This is the best book in the series (so far)! Hannah and Aaron are forced to tackle some of the more challenging aspects of their personalities. To say the book is gripping, suspenseful and cinematic would be an understatement but I am struggling to say anything else without giving away keys aspects of the story. Read it and experience A Deeper Song for yourself.
January 31, 2022
Cult
DI Hannah Robbins and fellow officers investigate a cold case. You are dawn in the story, the characters coming to life as they work to uncover the truth behind the disappearance of a mom and her youngest on. The author does a good job with the descriptions letting you feel a part of the story.
DI Hannah Robbins and fellow officers investigate a cold case. You are dawn in the story, the characters coming to life as they work to uncover the truth behind the disappearance of a mom and her youngest on. The author does a good job with the descriptions letting you feel a part of the story.
February 24, 2023
Running into Trouble
A young man missing for over a decade runs into Hannah's car. He has amnesia and is covered with blood. Her hunt for the truth puts her in jeopardy.
This was a decent read. Fast paced, it was somewhat predictable. The peep was pretty easy to identify. Could have lived without the domestic drama but all in all a good read.
A young man missing for over a decade runs into Hannah's car. He has amnesia and is covered with blood. Her hunt for the truth puts her in jeopardy.
This was a decent read. Fast paced, it was somewhat predictable. The peep was pretty easy to identify. Could have lived without the domestic drama but all in all a good read.
February 27, 2020
Hannah is put into a difficult situation
A challenge for Hannah and her team , who have to deal with the stress , when she goes missing on duty placing a different emphasis on Arron and the rest in an unprecedented situation
Great reading
A challenge for Hannah and her team , who have to deal with the stress , when she goes missing on duty placing a different emphasis on Arron and the rest in an unprecedented situation
Great reading
July 8, 2020
Review of A Deeper Song
I found this to be a very suspense filled, absorbing and entertaining mystery. I always enjoy Rebecca Bradley's stories. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who loves English detective mysteries.
I found this to be a very suspense filled, absorbing and entertaining mystery. I always enjoy Rebecca Bradley's stories. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who loves English detective mysteries.
February 25, 2020
Great series. Best yet. Change of emphasis. Superb characterisation and sense of place. Tense from start to finish. Brilliant!
October 25, 2026
Well written crime thriller with an intriguing plot.
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