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Whatever it Takes
Set in Cork city, Detective Garda Collins is at war with the leading local criminal, Dominic Molloy. Unwilling to accept the human degradation caused by Molloy's drugs, violence and prostitution. He has made up his mind to bring Molloy down, but just how far is he willing to go to make that happen? What is he willing to do and what fall-out will ensue for himself and his garda colleagues? This tense crime novel (the first in a series featuring Collins) tells the story of two immovable forces colliding. Something has to give. Running out of time before the murder of two teenagers becomes inevitable, and with a traitor in the garda station feeding information back to Molloy, Collins takes his battle to new heights. He is determined to win, whatever the cost, whatever it takes.
365 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 27, 2020
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Tadhg Coakley
6 books12 followersTadhg Coakley is the award winning author of four books.
His debut novel The First Sunday in September was shortlisted for the Mercier Fiction Prize and published in 2018 to much acclaim.
His crime novel Whatever It Takes (Part 1 of the Tim Collins Series) was chosen as the 2020 Cork, One City One Book.
Everything (a sports autobiography, which he co-wrote with its subject, Denis Coughlan) was one of the 2020 sports books of the year in The Sunday Times, The Irish Examiner and The Irish Times.
Coakley's bestselling memoir The Game: A Journey into the Heart of Sport (2022) was described in The Irish Examiner as ‘one of the most distinctive, original, beautiful and best books on sport this country has known’. Donal Ryan referred to it as 'a towering work'.
Tadhg’s short stories, articles and essays have been widely published. www.tadhgcoakley.ie
His debut novel The First Sunday in September was shortlisted for the Mercier Fiction Prize and published in 2018 to much acclaim.
His crime novel Whatever It Takes (Part 1 of the Tim Collins Series) was chosen as the 2020 Cork, One City One Book.
Everything (a sports autobiography, which he co-wrote with its subject, Denis Coughlan) was one of the 2020 sports books of the year in The Sunday Times, The Irish Examiner and The Irish Times.
Coakley's bestselling memoir The Game: A Journey into the Heart of Sport (2022) was described in The Irish Examiner as ‘one of the most distinctive, original, beautiful and best books on sport this country has known’. Donal Ryan referred to it as 'a towering work'.
Tadhg’s short stories, articles and essays have been widely published. www.tadhgcoakley.ie
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August 2, 2020
Sweeps the reader into the gritty shadows a criminal underworld
This excellent thriller grabs the reader from the get-go, where we are swept along in Detective Collins up-close and personal battle with one of Cork city’s most dangerous crime lords. The atmosphere and characters are second-to-none, meaning we are rooting for, and recoiling against, those relentlessly trying to win out over each other. The twists and superb writing push this book from a 4 to a 5 star for me. A rewarding book with bucketloads of action and intrigue.
This excellent thriller grabs the reader from the get-go, where we are swept along in Detective Collins up-close and personal battle with one of Cork city’s most dangerous crime lords. The atmosphere and characters are second-to-none, meaning we are rooting for, and recoiling against, those relentlessly trying to win out over each other. The twists and superb writing push this book from a 4 to a 5 star for me. A rewarding book with bucketloads of action and intrigue.
June 21, 2020
Atmospheric and complex this gritty crime story set in Cork explores a noir crime world. Collins has a turbulent history with Cork's crime lord Molloy and is determined to end his crime empire. The story told from a third-person multi-person perspective is often lawless and violent.
Past events and guilt make Collins pursue Molloy with a single-minded determination. The plot has many characters and complexities. It's not an easy read, but the writing is full of visual imagery and has a good sense of place and time.
Authentic characters and police procedures make this story realistic and menacing. Collins is a driven, enigmatic detective haunted by past actions and present motivations. His empathy for the vulnerable and sense of justice make him likeable.
I received a copy of this book from the author and Mercier Press in return for an honest review.
Past events and guilt make Collins pursue Molloy with a single-minded determination. The plot has many characters and complexities. It's not an easy read, but the writing is full of visual imagery and has a good sense of place and time.
Authentic characters and police procedures make this story realistic and menacing. Collins is a driven, enigmatic detective haunted by past actions and present motivations. His empathy for the vulnerable and sense of justice make him likeable.
I received a copy of this book from the author and Mercier Press in return for an honest review.
September 16, 2020
Whatever it Takes by Tadhg Coakley was published by Mercier Press and has been chosen as Cork City Library’s 2020 One City, One Book in conjunction with Waterstones Cork and Creative Ireland.
“One City, One Book is an initiative to get book loving Corkonians to read and discuss the same book. Individuals, groups, book clubs, workplaces and organisations are encouraged to take part in building a sense of community throughout the city, promoting literacy, supporting the arts and encouraging everyone to engage in reading. It takes the idea of a localized book discussion club and expands it to cover the whole city.”
– Cork City Library
I was completely taken aback at how much I absolutely devoured and loved this book. A crime fiction novel set in your home city can go either of two ways and for me, THIS is EXACTLY how I love my crime fiction. So authentic. Nothing far-fetched. The sense of place was unreal and, to be honest, I am rather in awe of Tadhg Coakley. This is the first book in a new series and is Tadhg Coakley’s second novel. If you loved Lisa McInerney’s The Glorious Heresies and The Blood Miracles, Whatever It Takes is the book for you.
Exploring the underbelly of Cork, Tadhg Coakley paints a very realistic image of the drugs, the violence and the trafficking that is present in almost every city. Hidden away from most of us, this dark world is a frightening and shocking place. A local drug-lord and a maverick policeman make for an action-packed and heart-thumping read to the finish.
Detective Garda Collins is back on duty following a traumatic case that took its toll on him. Determined to get back in the game, Collins has only one ambition and that is to take down Dominic Molloy. Molloy is a known local criminal with little or no scruples. With an empire covering drugs and prostitution, Molloy has many individuals on his payroll, including some people of prominence. Molloy has no morals and using blackmail, threats and violence, he gets what he wants, while still commanding his position running the streets of Cork as a free man. Collins has a personal vendetta with Molloy and this time he is determined to catch him out. Molloy has his eyes on bigger fish, with plans to move to Spain. He has enough of the small-time life he lives in Cork. He is ambitious. He is greedy. He wants more. But Molloy has one major problem. His attention is slipping. He has made one fatal mistake. Molloy has started to ‘use’ his own product. His paranoia increases. His appetite for violence increases. Dangerously his confidence increases. Collins is monitoring Molloy’s erratic behaviour, while at the same time protecting himself from this man who is clearly out for his blood. But Molloy makes one major miscalculation and his carefully built house of cards starts to tumble.
Detective Garda Collins is an outstanding protagonist. He has his own personal story running in parallel. An ex-county GAA player, he is a role model for many, a recognisable face on the streets of Cork. Originally from West Cork, he now lives in the city-centre and the descriptions of the city, the landmarks, the atmosphere of this quietly-bustling city are all just so realistically depicted. If you were not familiar with Cork, Tadhg Coakley brings it alive, although at times it’s almost too real!!!!!
Whatever It Takes is well deserving of all it’s accolades and, in particular, of its being chosen as Cork City Library’s One City One Book. This is a book that deserves a very wide audience well beyond the borders of The Rebel County. The tenacious Detective Garda Collins has been justifiably compared to Ian Rankin’s Inspector Rebus series and Michael Connelly’s Detective Harry Bosch series, and for good reason. If you are looking for a thrilling and fast-paced crime-read, look no further than Whatever It Takes. I highly recommend and am certainly looking forward to the second book in this very impressive and highly enjoyable series.
Gritty. Atmospheric. Authentic
“One City, One Book is an initiative to get book loving Corkonians to read and discuss the same book. Individuals, groups, book clubs, workplaces and organisations are encouraged to take part in building a sense of community throughout the city, promoting literacy, supporting the arts and encouraging everyone to engage in reading. It takes the idea of a localized book discussion club and expands it to cover the whole city.”
– Cork City Library
I was completely taken aback at how much I absolutely devoured and loved this book. A crime fiction novel set in your home city can go either of two ways and for me, THIS is EXACTLY how I love my crime fiction. So authentic. Nothing far-fetched. The sense of place was unreal and, to be honest, I am rather in awe of Tadhg Coakley. This is the first book in a new series and is Tadhg Coakley’s second novel. If you loved Lisa McInerney’s The Glorious Heresies and The Blood Miracles, Whatever It Takes is the book for you.
Exploring the underbelly of Cork, Tadhg Coakley paints a very realistic image of the drugs, the violence and the trafficking that is present in almost every city. Hidden away from most of us, this dark world is a frightening and shocking place. A local drug-lord and a maverick policeman make for an action-packed and heart-thumping read to the finish.
Detective Garda Collins is back on duty following a traumatic case that took its toll on him. Determined to get back in the game, Collins has only one ambition and that is to take down Dominic Molloy. Molloy is a known local criminal with little or no scruples. With an empire covering drugs and prostitution, Molloy has many individuals on his payroll, including some people of prominence. Molloy has no morals and using blackmail, threats and violence, he gets what he wants, while still commanding his position running the streets of Cork as a free man. Collins has a personal vendetta with Molloy and this time he is determined to catch him out. Molloy has his eyes on bigger fish, with plans to move to Spain. He has enough of the small-time life he lives in Cork. He is ambitious. He is greedy. He wants more. But Molloy has one major problem. His attention is slipping. He has made one fatal mistake. Molloy has started to ‘use’ his own product. His paranoia increases. His appetite for violence increases. Dangerously his confidence increases. Collins is monitoring Molloy’s erratic behaviour, while at the same time protecting himself from this man who is clearly out for his blood. But Molloy makes one major miscalculation and his carefully built house of cards starts to tumble.
Detective Garda Collins is an outstanding protagonist. He has his own personal story running in parallel. An ex-county GAA player, he is a role model for many, a recognisable face on the streets of Cork. Originally from West Cork, he now lives in the city-centre and the descriptions of the city, the landmarks, the atmosphere of this quietly-bustling city are all just so realistically depicted. If you were not familiar with Cork, Tadhg Coakley brings it alive, although at times it’s almost too real!!!!!
Whatever It Takes is well deserving of all it’s accolades and, in particular, of its being chosen as Cork City Library’s One City One Book. This is a book that deserves a very wide audience well beyond the borders of The Rebel County. The tenacious Detective Garda Collins has been justifiably compared to Ian Rankin’s Inspector Rebus series and Michael Connelly’s Detective Harry Bosch series, and for good reason. If you are looking for a thrilling and fast-paced crime-read, look no further than Whatever It Takes. I highly recommend and am certainly looking forward to the second book in this very impressive and highly enjoyable series.
Gritty. Atmospheric. Authentic
February 28, 2021
This is an absolutely outstanding read. It’s a fast paced crime thriller and is very well written. My attention never waned for a moment. I grew up in Cork, so I know many of the places referred to like the back of my hand. I think even if I didn’t know them, the well drawn characters and the absorbing plot would have drawn me in anyway. Collins rocks as a character. His mum and the recounting of her travails was excellent. Some of his Gardai colleagues, well who wouldn’t be familar with their type!
The villain of the piece, although you’re cheering for his demise, really is a dim bulb so you think god that light just has to be snuffed out.
The bittersweet part about the foxes made me feel so sad. Kelly, having her life taken so prematurely by the scourge of poverty, prostitution, and drugs. The recognition by the author of classism in Cork. As Coakley says, the life of a child in Knocknaheeny is somehow deemed lesser in value than that of a child in Bishopstown.
I raced through the book as I just didn’t want to put it down. I thought the ending was excellent. Coakley is a superb writer. I will read more of Coakley. I highly recommend this author to other readers.
The villain of the piece, although you’re cheering for his demise, really is a dim bulb so you think god that light just has to be snuffed out.
The bittersweet part about the foxes made me feel so sad. Kelly, having her life taken so prematurely by the scourge of poverty, prostitution, and drugs. The recognition by the author of classism in Cork. As Coakley says, the life of a child in Knocknaheeny is somehow deemed lesser in value than that of a child in Bishopstown.
I raced through the book as I just didn’t want to put it down. I thought the ending was excellent. Coakley is a superb writer. I will read more of Coakley. I highly recommend this author to other readers.
June 24, 2020
Detective Garda Collins is a local hero, a former hurling star who’s helped his county to two All-Ireland championships. He’s recently returned to work after a break down. And he’s a man with a mission: to bring down local gangster Dominic Mulloy, whose world centres around drugs, violence and prostitution. But Mulloy has never been caught out before. And he has at least one ally in the police. Collins may not be able to fulfill his mission playing by the book. So just how far will he have to go? Throw in the kidnapping of two teenagers, each high profile for different reasons, and the scene is set for a thrilling battle.
Tadhg Coakley’s background makes him ideally suited to writing this book. He’s a Cork man, born and bred, and now lives in Cork City; he knows his book’s main location well. His sports knowledge shines through too. His research was thorough and his descriptions showed that, but without the hint of an information dump.
In Tim Collins, we have a protagonist who fits many of the stereotypes of the genre. A flawed personality; issues in his personal life; a willingness to break the rules if need be. There were definite echoes of John Rebus, Nick Dixon, or Kim Stone. And there was even a Morse-like insistence in the use of his surname only. But that’s not to suggest this was derivative in any way. The setting in the west of Ireland, on the periphery of the sports world, brought a refreshing new approach to a familiar theme.
But what struck me most about this book was the simplicity and elegance of the prose. It’s beautifully written. As a writer myself, I find myself pulled up by awkward phrases or clunky construction. There was none of that. The words just flowed.
Whatever It Takes is the first in a series. I look forward very much to reading more about Detective Garda Collins. Highly recommended, especially to fans of Ian Rankin, Damien Boyd or Angela Marsons.
Tadhg Coakley’s background makes him ideally suited to writing this book. He’s a Cork man, born and bred, and now lives in Cork City; he knows his book’s main location well. His sports knowledge shines through too. His research was thorough and his descriptions showed that, but without the hint of an information dump.
In Tim Collins, we have a protagonist who fits many of the stereotypes of the genre. A flawed personality; issues in his personal life; a willingness to break the rules if need be. There were definite echoes of John Rebus, Nick Dixon, or Kim Stone. And there was even a Morse-like insistence in the use of his surname only. But that’s not to suggest this was derivative in any way. The setting in the west of Ireland, on the periphery of the sports world, brought a refreshing new approach to a familiar theme.
But what struck me most about this book was the simplicity and elegance of the prose. It’s beautifully written. As a writer myself, I find myself pulled up by awkward phrases or clunky construction. There was none of that. The words just flowed.
Whatever It Takes is the first in a series. I look forward very much to reading more about Detective Garda Collins. Highly recommended, especially to fans of Ian Rankin, Damien Boyd or Angela Marsons.
October 29, 2020
It's been years since I read a crime thriller, and even longer since I read one so inextricably tied to its setting. Coakley has a feel for, and love of, Cork that thrums through every gritty page of Whatever it Takes, shaping the characters, their interactions, and motivations in ways that aren't only uniquely Irish, but uniquely Corkonian. Having lived in Cork for years, I can't say how the setting effects those who have never been here, but I can definitively say that Whatever it Takes is a novel for those who love Cork.
As for the story itself, there are a series of tried and true detective story tropes that Coakley uses and adapts incredibly effectively: The jaded detective whose seen too much, the stalwart partner, the mob boss with a vendetta. In a less adept storyteller, these characters would become cliches, freighted with the weight of decades of smoky noir films and airport thriller novels, yet Coakley makes them anew. The detective is also a local celebrity, the partner is a woman and not in love with the detective(!!!), the mob boss has... spoilers lovelies. Lets just say the mob boss is his own fresh kettle of fish.
The weekend I decided to curl up with Whatever it Takes and read it cover to cover was a weekend well spent. 4/5 only because there's a prequel that needs writing, and possibly a sequel too.
As for the story itself, there are a series of tried and true detective story tropes that Coakley uses and adapts incredibly effectively: The jaded detective whose seen too much, the stalwart partner, the mob boss with a vendetta. In a less adept storyteller, these characters would become cliches, freighted with the weight of decades of smoky noir films and airport thriller novels, yet Coakley makes them anew. The detective is also a local celebrity, the partner is a woman and not in love with the detective(!!!), the mob boss has... spoilers lovelies. Lets just say the mob boss is his own fresh kettle of fish.
The weekend I decided to curl up with Whatever it Takes and read it cover to cover was a weekend well spent. 4/5 only because there's a prequel that needs writing, and possibly a sequel too.
March 2, 2021
This is an absolutely outstanding read. It’s a fast paced crime thriller and is very well written. My attention never waned for a moment. I grew up in Cork, so I know many of the places referred to like the back of my hand. I think even if I didn’t know them, the well drawn characters and the absorbing plot would have drawn me in anyway. Collins rocks as a character. His mum and the recounting of her travails was excellent. Some of his Gardai colleagues, well who wouldn’t be familar with their type!
The villain of the piece, although you’re cheering for his demise, really is a dim bulb so you think god that light just has to be snuffed out.
The bittersweet part about the foxes made me feel so sad. Kelly, having her life taken so prematurely by the scourge of poverty, prostitution, and drugs. The recognition by the author of classism in Cork. As Coakley says, the life of a child in Knocknaheeny is somehow deemed lesser in value than that of a child in Bishopstown.
I raced through the book as I just didn’t want to put it down. I thought the ending was excellent. Coakley is a superb writer. I will read more of Coakley. I highly recommend this author to other readers.
The villain of the piece, although you’re cheering for his demise, really is a dim bulb so you think god that light just has to be snuffed out.
The bittersweet part about the foxes made me feel so sad. Kelly, having her life taken so prematurely by the scourge of poverty, prostitution, and drugs. The recognition by the author of classism in Cork. As Coakley says, the life of a child in Knocknaheeny is somehow deemed lesser in value than that of a child in Bishopstown.
I raced through the book as I just didn’t want to put it down. I thought the ending was excellent. Coakley is a superb writer. I will read more of Coakley. I highly recommend this author to other readers.
March 3, 2021
This is the One City One Book in Cork for 2020. Reminds me of other great crime thrillers based in Cork i.e The Nothing Man by Catherine Ryan Howard and Darkest Truth by Catherine Kirwan. Tadhg is a brilliant writer and portrays Cork city and county beautifully. It's a captivating tale and I can't wait for the next book in the series!
January 18, 2025
I read this book not knowing what to expect. It was chosen as part of a new book club and it was only for this reason i read it. Im very glad I did and I found after a slowish start, i soon felt invested in it and flew through about the last 70% of it.
Set in Cork city mainly, with some sections set in Bandon and Kilumney, it was really unusual to see references to Douglas, Skehard Road, Mahon Point. It made it feel very real on the one hand although the subject matter, describing the dark underbelly of Cork, felt quite extreme. It no doubt is quite close to the truth and drug gangs, coercion, Garda and political corruption, prostitution, and extreme violence are obviously part of the make-up of the city, but the focus of the book on this to the exclusion of the nicer aspects, was unsettling and made for uncomfortable but eye-opening reading.
A major drug cartel, headed up by Molloy is the focus of the action in this book. Garda Collins, recently returned after a breakdown, and with his own stuff going on, is intent on bringing Molloy, ‘Dom’ down. Molloy is ruthless and stops at nothing to achieve his ends, involving minors, exploiting prostitutes, commissioning the most violent of criminals to kill whoever happens to be a threat, either by design or just by being in the wrong place at the wrong time. Collins is one such person that he wants gone, but this only results in Collins himself becoming more and more determined to stop at nothing. When the niece of a well-known politician becomes embroiled in the gang, and held both as leverage and due to knowing too much, it incites a huge media campaign. This is Collins’s big chance to finally get Molloy, but can he outwit him, especially when it seems there is an inside source among the Garda feeding information to the gang.
At first it seemed as if there was too much going on in this book, too many characters and storylines. However, I can see how each character slotted into the story and the plot made sense because of its multiple strands. It was well-thought-out and structured and the story held its integrity all the way through. While the pace increased fairly rapidly towards the end, it never felt out of control. I thought Collins was a great character, someone with a past, who was well able to break the odd rule, and who at times was ruled by his emotions. He is by no means perfect but has a keen sense of fair play and I was rooting for him from the get-go.
Overall this was a dark and gritty page-turner and I was surprised by how much I enjoyed it. I would definitely read more by this author.
Set in Cork city mainly, with some sections set in Bandon and Kilumney, it was really unusual to see references to Douglas, Skehard Road, Mahon Point. It made it feel very real on the one hand although the subject matter, describing the dark underbelly of Cork, felt quite extreme. It no doubt is quite close to the truth and drug gangs, coercion, Garda and political corruption, prostitution, and extreme violence are obviously part of the make-up of the city, but the focus of the book on this to the exclusion of the nicer aspects, was unsettling and made for uncomfortable but eye-opening reading.
A major drug cartel, headed up by Molloy is the focus of the action in this book. Garda Collins, recently returned after a breakdown, and with his own stuff going on, is intent on bringing Molloy, ‘Dom’ down. Molloy is ruthless and stops at nothing to achieve his ends, involving minors, exploiting prostitutes, commissioning the most violent of criminals to kill whoever happens to be a threat, either by design or just by being in the wrong place at the wrong time. Collins is one such person that he wants gone, but this only results in Collins himself becoming more and more determined to stop at nothing. When the niece of a well-known politician becomes embroiled in the gang, and held both as leverage and due to knowing too much, it incites a huge media campaign. This is Collins’s big chance to finally get Molloy, but can he outwit him, especially when it seems there is an inside source among the Garda feeding information to the gang.
At first it seemed as if there was too much going on in this book, too many characters and storylines. However, I can see how each character slotted into the story and the plot made sense because of its multiple strands. It was well-thought-out and structured and the story held its integrity all the way through. While the pace increased fairly rapidly towards the end, it never felt out of control. I thought Collins was a great character, someone with a past, who was well able to break the odd rule, and who at times was ruled by his emotions. He is by no means perfect but has a keen sense of fair play and I was rooting for him from the get-go.
Overall this was a dark and gritty page-turner and I was surprised by how much I enjoyed it. I would definitely read more by this author.
July 8, 2024
I loved reading this book. This is a crime thriller set in Ireland - Cork specifically. It is a fantastic debut novel for a series for so many reasons.
This story had everything you look for in a crime thriller and some details that made it special. This is the story of a veteran detective who begins with the end in mind and is typically frustrated with bureaucracy and politics. This is a tension I see often in these types of novels, and I like how it affects interactions between characters. I enjoyed that the main character, Collins, had a life before becoming a cop as a fairly well-known local sports figure. Full disclosure: being in the US, I had to look up what hurling was before I got too far into the book. I also like that he tries to have a "normal" balanced life outside work. He's not a drunk or a recluse. He cares about the people he tries to help and takes cases personally.
I would (and have) recommended this book to friends who appreciate this genre.
This story had everything you look for in a crime thriller and some details that made it special. This is the story of a veteran detective who begins with the end in mind and is typically frustrated with bureaucracy and politics. This is a tension I see often in these types of novels, and I like how it affects interactions between characters. I enjoyed that the main character, Collins, had a life before becoming a cop as a fairly well-known local sports figure. Full disclosure: being in the US, I had to look up what hurling was before I got too far into the book. I also like that he tries to have a "normal" balanced life outside work. He's not a drunk or a recluse. He cares about the people he tries to help and takes cases personally.
I would (and have) recommended this book to friends who appreciate this genre.
August 24, 2020
great lead character in a great setting just wonderful Cork city gets it's due.
April 7, 2021
ok read.
February 2, 2024
I read his second Collins book first and it was better. Character more well rounded and book felt less like a map of Cork City but still good 👍🏻
December 5, 2024
Excellent novel. Fast paced with characters that are strongly written and very believable. Can't wait to read the rest of the series.
August 23, 2025
Enjoyed this one a lot. Both gritty and gripping and as I recently visited Cork the locations were quite familiar. Good enjoyable fast paced thriller.
October 13, 2025
It was a tour of Cirk city that took.me right back and the pace of the book felt like the musical rhythm of the cork accent. It reminded me of my dear departed Dad.
January 25, 2024
You could view this almost like a showdown on a movie Western as it boils down to being a head on collision between Detective Garda Collins and his arch nemesis, Cork city's most influential and immoral criminal kingpin, Dominic Molloy.
Collins is a man on a mission, to bring an end to Molloys reign and his destruction of too many young lives and is willing to bend the rules to do it.
Molloy is acutely aware of the threat the Garda poses and so begins a game of cat and mouse as one pursues the other, when threats become real acts of violence.
It's a book that moves at a good pace, the action occasionally ramped up so that I wished I could read faster to discover what happened next. It leaves some things unanswered which I hope means there might be a sequel.
Collins is a man on a mission, to bring an end to Molloys reign and his destruction of too many young lives and is willing to bend the rules to do it.
Molloy is acutely aware of the threat the Garda poses and so begins a game of cat and mouse as one pursues the other, when threats become real acts of violence.
It's a book that moves at a good pace, the action occasionally ramped up so that I wished I could read faster to discover what happened next. It leaves some things unanswered which I hope means there might be a sequel.
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