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Hunt
Sometimes to catch a killer you have to become the prey.
'A satisfying and pacey thriller from a talented author' J M Dalgliesh, author of ONE LOST SOUL
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**THE THIRD DR BLOOM THRILLER**
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The Foreign Secretary is being held under the Terrorism Act. He will answer the police's questions on one condition - they let him speak to Dr Augusta Bloom.
He asks Bloom to track down his niece, Scarlett, who hasn't spoken to her family for ten years. The last they heard, Scarlett was getting involved with Artemis - an organisation dedicated to women's rights and the feminist movement, led by the charismatic Paula Kunis.
But as Bloom learns more about Artemis, she's torn. Is this organisation everything it claims to be, or do they have a secret side and an alternative agenda? And if so, what has become of Scarlett?
The only way to find out for sure is for Bloom to go undercover. But will she make it out safely - or will she become the next Artemis woman to disappear?
*****
LONGLISTED FOR THE ARNOLD BENNETT BOOK PRIZE
READERS LOVE DR BLOOM'S LATEST
'Jam packed with excitement and twists around every corner' *****
'Once again Leona Deakin has hit the ball out of the park' *****
'What a gripping book, so many brilliant twists and turns' *****
'This book is unlike any other crime/mystery novel that I have ever read' *****
'A really intense and gripping read' *****
'Well written and a real page-turner' *****
'I was completely riveted by this book' *****
'A satisfying and pacey thriller from a talented author' J M Dalgliesh, author of ONE LOST SOUL
___________________________________
**THE THIRD DR BLOOM THRILLER**
___________________________________
The Foreign Secretary is being held under the Terrorism Act. He will answer the police's questions on one condition - they let him speak to Dr Augusta Bloom.
He asks Bloom to track down his niece, Scarlett, who hasn't spoken to her family for ten years. The last they heard, Scarlett was getting involved with Artemis - an organisation dedicated to women's rights and the feminist movement, led by the charismatic Paula Kunis.
But as Bloom learns more about Artemis, she's torn. Is this organisation everything it claims to be, or do they have a secret side and an alternative agenda? And if so, what has become of Scarlett?
The only way to find out for sure is for Bloom to go undercover. But will she make it out safely - or will she become the next Artemis woman to disappear?
*****
LONGLISTED FOR THE ARNOLD BENNETT BOOK PRIZE
READERS LOVE DR BLOOM'S LATEST
'Jam packed with excitement and twists around every corner' *****
'Once again Leona Deakin has hit the ball out of the park' *****
'What a gripping book, so many brilliant twists and turns' *****
'This book is unlike any other crime/mystery novel that I have ever read' *****
'A really intense and gripping read' *****
'Well written and a real page-turner' *****
'I was completely riveted by this book' *****
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September 4, 2021
This is the latest in Leona Deakin's psychologist Dr Augusta Bloom and her business partner, ex-MI5 Marcus Jameson series, although given the major and instrumental presence of the all encompassing, all powerful, psychopath Seraphine Walker in every book in the series, she should be a headline name too. The manipulative and charismatic Walker here shrugs off a trial, walking away from charges that had materialised from previous events where she had organised a game in which she collected other psychopaths, something she picks up the reins of again here. It all begins with the arrest of a senior government minister, Foreign Secretary Gerald Porter, under the Terrorism Act, incarcerated in a MOD building and refusing to co-operate with Westminister Police's DCI Mirza and DI Bristol about a trip to Dubai. Instead, he says he will only talk to Bloom.
Bloom has never met Porter before, and is surprised when he wants her to locate his sister, Greta's daughter, Scarlett Marshall, whom no-one has seen for 9 years, her last known whereabouts had her involved with an ostensibly laudable women's rights and campaign organisation, Artemis, led by the American Paula Kunis. As Bloom and Marcus delve into the life of Scarlett, they face difficulties in accessing any information as she got ever more involved with Artemis, dropping every friend and not contacting any of her family through the years. With Artemis their only lead, they find themselves similarly stymied when it comes to unearthing information about the organisation, other than they run talks and assertiveness training courses through which they recruit women. This results in Bloom undertaking a more dangerous undercover mission than she might have imagined inside Artemis to find Scarlett.
There are in-depth details in the narrative about the nature and history of cults, well known cults, and their leaders, such as Jim Jones and David Koresh, who are often dangerously delusional, narcissists, and have a god complex, all of which becomes relevant as it begins to emerge that Artemis is operating as and displaying all the qualities of a cult. This is a complex and darkly intense crime read, located in London and Edinburgh, where so much and a number of characters are not as they appear, and where events culminate in a nightmare stand off. Whilst this was a terrific read, I feel that I have now had my fill of the untouchable Seraphine Walker soap opera, and as it is likely she will continue to be a major figure in any future books, I think this will be it for me and this series. Many thanks to the publisher for an ARC
Bloom has never met Porter before, and is surprised when he wants her to locate his sister, Greta's daughter, Scarlett Marshall, whom no-one has seen for 9 years, her last known whereabouts had her involved with an ostensibly laudable women's rights and campaign organisation, Artemis, led by the American Paula Kunis. As Bloom and Marcus delve into the life of Scarlett, they face difficulties in accessing any information as she got ever more involved with Artemis, dropping every friend and not contacting any of her family through the years. With Artemis their only lead, they find themselves similarly stymied when it comes to unearthing information about the organisation, other than they run talks and assertiveness training courses through which they recruit women. This results in Bloom undertaking a more dangerous undercover mission than she might have imagined inside Artemis to find Scarlett.
There are in-depth details in the narrative about the nature and history of cults, well known cults, and their leaders, such as Jim Jones and David Koresh, who are often dangerously delusional, narcissists, and have a god complex, all of which becomes relevant as it begins to emerge that Artemis is operating as and displaying all the qualities of a cult. This is a complex and darkly intense crime read, located in London and Edinburgh, where so much and a number of characters are not as they appear, and where events culminate in a nightmare stand off. Whilst this was a terrific read, I feel that I have now had my fill of the untouchable Seraphine Walker soap opera, and as it is likely she will continue to be a major figure in any future books, I think this will be it for me and this series. Many thanks to the publisher for an ARC
September 18, 2021
Hunt is the third book in this series featuring psychologist Dr Augusta Bloom. While I haven’t read the first two, the plot and characters were easy enough to follow, although there are clearly significant backstories to the three main characters that I’d now like to go back and discover.
Augusta has turned her skills to private investigation in partnership with ex-MI6 agent Marcus Jameson and have developed a reputation for discrete investigations, most recently the uncovering of a group of high placed psychopaths recruited by a particularly unscrupulous psychopath, Seraphine Walker. Augusta is summoned to Whitehall where she finds the Foreign Secretary, Gerald Porter, being held in a secret cell, under the prevention of terrorism act, refusing to speak to anyone except Augusta. He tells her that if she can find his niece, missing for some years, then he will talk to the police.
Porter’s niece, Scarlett disappeared not long after becoming involved with Artemis, an organisation promoting women’s rights and self-determination. After some preliminary investigation, Augusta becomes suspicious that Artemis is more than it appears to be and decides that the quickest way for her to find out what happened to Scarlett is to go on one of their retreats. What she finds is that Artemis is certainly not a harmless organisation and that she and everyone else present are in grave danger.
Deakin really ramps up the suspense as the true nature of Artemis and Paula Kunis, the woman who heads it, becomes clear. Everyone’s favourite psychopath, Seraphine Walker, even makes an appearance, this time surprisingly to help Augusta. The complex plot is tightly written, with a good amount of information on groups similar to Artemis. Augusta and Marcus are interesting characters, both flawed but clearly smart and resourceful. A lot of unanswered questions regarding Gerald Porter and Seraphine remained at the end of the book, suggesting there is unfinished business to be dealt with in the next episode.
With thanks to Random House UK and Netgalley for a copy to read
Augusta has turned her skills to private investigation in partnership with ex-MI6 agent Marcus Jameson and have developed a reputation for discrete investigations, most recently the uncovering of a group of high placed psychopaths recruited by a particularly unscrupulous psychopath, Seraphine Walker. Augusta is summoned to Whitehall where she finds the Foreign Secretary, Gerald Porter, being held in a secret cell, under the prevention of terrorism act, refusing to speak to anyone except Augusta. He tells her that if she can find his niece, missing for some years, then he will talk to the police.
Porter’s niece, Scarlett disappeared not long after becoming involved with Artemis, an organisation promoting women’s rights and self-determination. After some preliminary investigation, Augusta becomes suspicious that Artemis is more than it appears to be and decides that the quickest way for her to find out what happened to Scarlett is to go on one of their retreats. What she finds is that Artemis is certainly not a harmless organisation and that she and everyone else present are in grave danger.
Deakin really ramps up the suspense as the true nature of Artemis and Paula Kunis, the woman who heads it, becomes clear. Everyone’s favourite psychopath, Seraphine Walker, even makes an appearance, this time surprisingly to help Augusta. The complex plot is tightly written, with a good amount of information on groups similar to Artemis. Augusta and Marcus are interesting characters, both flawed but clearly smart and resourceful. A lot of unanswered questions regarding Gerald Porter and Seraphine remained at the end of the book, suggesting there is unfinished business to be dealt with in the next episode.
With thanks to Random House UK and Netgalley for a copy to read
September 15, 2021
A massive thank you to Transworld Publishing for giving me the opportunity to read this book, and to NetGalley for providing me with an e-arc, in exchange for an honest review.
Hunt by Leona Deakin is the third book in the Dr Bloom series. I really enjoyed the first 2 books, so I was looking forward to reading this
This is another superb book in the series involving Augusta, Marcus, and Seraphine. The book does follow on from the previous stories with a few references but could be read as a standalone. Although I highly recommend reading all 3.
The story line centres around a cult and it is obvious a lot of research has been done regarding the tactics and methods used to pull people in, manipulate, isolate and control them. As always, a lot of twists and turns, plus a few surprises.
I felt that in this book the characters are more developed, and the scenes are so well described, you feel you are there. Which helps to involve you in the pace and tension, plus the danger.
A superbly well crafted storyline, this series gets better with each instalment, and I sincerely hope there is a 4th book soon.
Hunt by Leona Deakin is the third book in the Dr Bloom series. I really enjoyed the first 2 books, so I was looking forward to reading this
This is another superb book in the series involving Augusta, Marcus, and Seraphine. The book does follow on from the previous stories with a few references but could be read as a standalone. Although I highly recommend reading all 3.
The story line centres around a cult and it is obvious a lot of research has been done regarding the tactics and methods used to pull people in, manipulate, isolate and control them. As always, a lot of twists and turns, plus a few surprises.
I felt that in this book the characters are more developed, and the scenes are so well described, you feel you are there. Which helps to involve you in the pace and tension, plus the danger.
A superbly well crafted storyline, this series gets better with each instalment, and I sincerely hope there is a 4th book soon.
September 18, 2021
The third book of the Dr Augusta Bloom series, Hunt by Leona Deakin is a crime mystery thriller. It begins with an unnamed woman stepping off into a lock, with her hands bound and a backpack full of rocks. The British Foreign Minister is being questioned by police and is held for fourteen days under anti-terrorism laws. He requests to speak to Dr Bloom and wants her to find Scarlett, his niece. Through flashbacks, Scarlett’s life and abandonment by her family unfolds. Then a car accident occurs with the injured unidentified child taken from his hospital bed. Meantime, Augusta and her partner have their hands full as they investigate and get caught up with an old enemy and a mysterious women-empowering organisation. An enjoyable action-packed adventure with a chilling conclusion and a four-star read rating. A formidable crime solving team—bring on the next instalment. With thanks to Random House UK, and the author for an uncorrected proof copy for review purposes.
September 27, 2021
⭐️ 4 ⭐️
An excellent, gripping read!
This is the third book by Leona Deakin featuring psychologist Dr. Augusta Bloom (I haven’t read the previous two), there are some references to incidents in the other books but it still reads perfectly well as a standalone.
I was pulled into the story straight away. It’s well-written, with short snappy chapters and fabulous characterisation; I really enjoyed the relationship and banter between Bloom and her friend and business partner Marcus Jameson.
The plot focuses around the investigation of a cult; I found this particularly interesting as cults have always intrigued me. Deakin obviously did some excellent research on the subject matter before writing her novel.
I highly recommend Hunt and look forward to catching up (hopefully) with Augusta and Marcus again soon.
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the eARC, in exchange for an honest, unbiased review.
An excellent, gripping read!
This is the third book by Leona Deakin featuring psychologist Dr. Augusta Bloom (I haven’t read the previous two), there are some references to incidents in the other books but it still reads perfectly well as a standalone.
I was pulled into the story straight away. It’s well-written, with short snappy chapters and fabulous characterisation; I really enjoyed the relationship and banter between Bloom and her friend and business partner Marcus Jameson.
The plot focuses around the investigation of a cult; I found this particularly interesting as cults have always intrigued me. Deakin obviously did some excellent research on the subject matter before writing her novel.
I highly recommend Hunt and look forward to catching up (hopefully) with Augusta and Marcus again soon.
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the eARC, in exchange for an honest, unbiased review.
February 25, 2021
Hunt by Leona Deakin is the third in the Doctor Augusta Bloom series and I have read the and enjoyed the previous two books and this is another gripping thriller from the author.
Foreign Secretary Gerald Porter has been arrested under the Terrorism act and he will only cooperate when he speaks to Dr Augusta Bloom. Augusta wonders what he wants with her, as they have never met.
When they meet Gerald asks her to find his estranged niece Scarlett who he has not seen for nine years. She disappeared taking her 2 million pounds inheritance money with her. The only correspondence he has had with her is that she is safe and well and staying with an organisation called Artemis. When Augusta and her partner Marcus delve deeper, they find that it is a cult which is run by Paula Kunis. They are all women feminist group. The only way that Augusta can connect with Scarlett is to go undercover as someone who wants to join Artemis to get anyway near her.
This is another great episode in the series involving Augusta, Marcus, and Seraphine. The story follows on from the previous two books. There is a lot of twists and turns and some surprises. But also, quite intense and felt quite claustrophobic, when Augusta visits Artemis and she loses all contact to the outside world. 4 stars from me.
Foreign Secretary Gerald Porter has been arrested under the Terrorism act and he will only cooperate when he speaks to Dr Augusta Bloom. Augusta wonders what he wants with her, as they have never met.
When they meet Gerald asks her to find his estranged niece Scarlett who he has not seen for nine years. She disappeared taking her 2 million pounds inheritance money with her. The only correspondence he has had with her is that she is safe and well and staying with an organisation called Artemis. When Augusta and her partner Marcus delve deeper, they find that it is a cult which is run by Paula Kunis. They are all women feminist group. The only way that Augusta can connect with Scarlett is to go undercover as someone who wants to join Artemis to get anyway near her.
This is another great episode in the series involving Augusta, Marcus, and Seraphine. The story follows on from the previous two books. There is a lot of twists and turns and some surprises. But also, quite intense and felt quite claustrophobic, when Augusta visits Artemis and she loses all contact to the outside world. 4 stars from me.
January 10, 2021
The third in Leona Deakin’s series is just as juicily enjoyable as the first two, following psychologist Augusta Bloom and her friend and business partner, ex-MI6 man Marcus Jameson.
I love it when investigators go undercover, which Augusta does here, trying to find out more about a group called Artemis which campaigns for women’s empowerment, led by the charismatic Paula Kunis, and to track down a missing young woman, Scarlett Marshall.
Psychopathic arch-villain Seraphine is on the scene too, as powerful and influential as ever, apparently with tentacles everywhere.
There’s some interesting stuff about cults and some of the tactics used to manipulate people - the story references both Jonestown and Waco. To be honest, I was also reminded of far more recent events in the USA and the cult-like behaviour of certain of the more extreme Trump supporters.
The concept of Artemis is an interesting one and Deakin, via Augusta, makes it clear that they’re not wrong in their stated aims, regardless of how they go about it - though the organisation did seem mainly concerned with successful professional women.
The frequent references to the skin colour of one person felt uncomfortable - I realise we didn’t know her name at the time, but there’s no need to call her “the black woman” every time she’s mentioned.
The plot is far-fetched, particularly towards the end - and Seraphine’s role in everything confused me a bit - but it’s nevertheless a very enjoyable read which clearly sets up a fourth instalment. Following Lost, Gone and Hunt, I wonder what four letter title the author will come up with next time?
I love it when investigators go undercover, which Augusta does here, trying to find out more about a group called Artemis which campaigns for women’s empowerment, led by the charismatic Paula Kunis, and to track down a missing young woman, Scarlett Marshall.
Psychopathic arch-villain Seraphine is on the scene too, as powerful and influential as ever, apparently with tentacles everywhere.
There’s some interesting stuff about cults and some of the tactics used to manipulate people - the story references both Jonestown and Waco. To be honest, I was also reminded of far more recent events in the USA and the cult-like behaviour of certain of the more extreme Trump supporters.
The concept of Artemis is an interesting one and Deakin, via Augusta, makes it clear that they’re not wrong in their stated aims, regardless of how they go about it - though the organisation did seem mainly concerned with successful professional women.
The frequent references to the skin colour of one person felt uncomfortable - I realise we didn’t know her name at the time, but there’s no need to call her “the black woman” every time she’s mentioned.
The plot is far-fetched, particularly towards the end - and Seraphine’s role in everything confused me a bit - but it’s nevertheless a very enjoyable read which clearly sets up a fourth instalment. Following Lost, Gone and Hunt, I wonder what four letter title the author will come up with next time?
October 31, 2022
3rd book in the Augusta Bloom detective series and this is just as gripping as the first two!!!
Love Bloom and her partner Jameson working the psychological cases together.
Love Bloom and her partner Jameson working the psychological cases together.
September 26, 2021
This is the third in the Dr. Bloom series, and if you haven’t read the first two, I definitely don’t recommend starting here, because the history between psychiatrist Dr. Augusta Bloom, her partner in their investigative agency Marcus Jameson, and dangerous psychopath Seraphine seriously influences the entire course of this book, and if you aren’t fully up to date with the story so far I think you’ll be pretty lost.
I didn’t like Augusta very much in the last book as I felt she betrayed Marcus’ trust in her, and that was somewhat addressed here though I would have liked to see the pair of them sit down and talk it out. They do spend most of the book separated by circumstance however as Augusta goes undercover in a women’s liberation organisation which has tipped over the edge into cult territory, a place where Marcus obviously cannot follow.
I was fascinated by Paula and Scarlett, the two women at the head of Artemis, and genuinely startled by the final outcome between the two of them. I have to say I’m not entirely sure Seraphine’s presence was all that necessary to the outcome of the story - Marcus definitely shouldn’t have called her in - but she’s so central to the dynamic of this series that leaving her out wouldn’t have seemed fitting either. She’s fascinating and dangerous, and I’m very curious what her endgame will be, especially now there’s a capable and well-resourced new player on the board.
Five stars for an intriguing installment in this series where I liked Augusta a lot more than in the previous book, but don’t start here if you’re not already familiar with this series.
Disclaimer: I received a review copy of this title via NetGalley.
I didn’t like Augusta very much in the last book as I felt she betrayed Marcus’ trust in her, and that was somewhat addressed here though I would have liked to see the pair of them sit down and talk it out. They do spend most of the book separated by circumstance however as Augusta goes undercover in a women’s liberation organisation which has tipped over the edge into cult territory, a place where Marcus obviously cannot follow.
I was fascinated by Paula and Scarlett, the two women at the head of Artemis, and genuinely startled by the final outcome between the two of them. I have to say I’m not entirely sure Seraphine’s presence was all that necessary to the outcome of the story - Marcus definitely shouldn’t have called her in - but she’s so central to the dynamic of this series that leaving her out wouldn’t have seemed fitting either. She’s fascinating and dangerous, and I’m very curious what her endgame will be, especially now there’s a capable and well-resourced new player on the board.
Five stars for an intriguing installment in this series where I liked Augusta a lot more than in the previous book, but don’t start here if you’re not already familiar with this series.
Disclaimer: I received a review copy of this title via NetGalley.
August 12, 2021
I hadn't read the other two books and that may have been helpful. However I was able to work it out and get engrossed with the story.
Intersting take on the whole cults.
I also liked how it set it up for a next book.
Will definitely be investigating more from this author and series.
I was given an advance copy by the publishers and netgalley but the review is entirely my own.
Intersting take on the whole cults.
I also liked how it set it up for a next book.
Will definitely be investigating more from this author and series.
I was given an advance copy by the publishers and netgalley but the review is entirely my own.
August 10, 2021
I should have realised this was part of a series that I've been meaning to read for ages...and having finished it, I am now desperate to go back and read books one and two to find out more about the characters featured here.
For people who are familiar with the series, Bloom and her partner are going to be known and much of their relationship will (I imagine) have been explained. Their links to Seraphine will probably make more sense - and I am intrigued by what we've seen about her in this to go back and see how things began.
In Hunt, the Foreign Secretary has been detained by a covert police group set up to investigate corrupt actions by those in power. He appears to be in trouble, and says he will only talk to Bloom. What we then learn is that he has a niece he hasn't heard from in years, that he believes to be caught up in an action group known as Artemis. He wants Bloom to find her, and help him to work out why she has severed contact with her family.
What follows quickly ties together seemingly disparate strands and reveals a plan that goes beyond any we might imagine. Bloom finds herself investigating Artemis from the inside, and we soon find ourselves watching the characters struggling with some very difficult decisions. Scary to see just how easy it is for someone with the right characteristics to cause havoc.
Thanks to NetGalley for allowing me to read this prior to publication...and now to return to book one.
For people who are familiar with the series, Bloom and her partner are going to be known and much of their relationship will (I imagine) have been explained. Their links to Seraphine will probably make more sense - and I am intrigued by what we've seen about her in this to go back and see how things began.
In Hunt, the Foreign Secretary has been detained by a covert police group set up to investigate corrupt actions by those in power. He appears to be in trouble, and says he will only talk to Bloom. What we then learn is that he has a niece he hasn't heard from in years, that he believes to be caught up in an action group known as Artemis. He wants Bloom to find her, and help him to work out why she has severed contact with her family.
What follows quickly ties together seemingly disparate strands and reveals a plan that goes beyond any we might imagine. Bloom finds herself investigating Artemis from the inside, and we soon find ourselves watching the characters struggling with some very difficult decisions. Scary to see just how easy it is for someone with the right characteristics to cause havoc.
Thanks to NetGalley for allowing me to read this prior to publication...and now to return to book one.
November 26, 2021
Firstly I would like to thank NetGalley and the publisher for my copy of the Ebook in exchange for my honest review.
This was yet another cracking read from the author. I just absolutely love the Bloom series – she is such an incredible and intelligent woman it is so hard not be in awe of her.
However, this time someone stole the show for me and I’m actually quite embarrassed to admit that I kind of started enjoying Seraphine Walker in this book. She is equally as intelligent but knows how to get the job at hand done.
This book definitely had me sat on the edge of my seat, just when you thought things couldn’t get much worse. THEY DID!! just when you thought it was over, the end … whoever needed to be caught was caught, killed was killed!! Then BAM!! The author throws in a curve ball that you really was t expecting.
Another fantastic read and I can not wait to see what comes next for Bloom and Jamieson.
This was yet another cracking read from the author. I just absolutely love the Bloom series – she is such an incredible and intelligent woman it is so hard not be in awe of her.
However, this time someone stole the show for me and I’m actually quite embarrassed to admit that I kind of started enjoying Seraphine Walker in this book. She is equally as intelligent but knows how to get the job at hand done.
This book definitely had me sat on the edge of my seat, just when you thought things couldn’t get much worse. THEY DID!! just when you thought it was over, the end … whoever needed to be caught was caught, killed was killed!! Then BAM!! The author throws in a curve ball that you really was t expecting.
Another fantastic read and I can not wait to see what comes next for Bloom and Jamieson.
March 29, 2021
I didn’t read the synopsis for this book as I knew I’d loved the first two books in this series so it was a real surprise to me that Bloom would be entering a cult. I’ve always been super interested by cults so to see the inner workings from a psychologists point of view made it so hard to put this book down.
I adore the relationship between Bloom and her partner Marcus they really make this series so special.
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I adore the relationship between Bloom and her partner Marcus they really make this series so special.
You can read my full review here: https://feedthecrime.wordpress.com/20...
February 1, 2022
Hunt is book 3 in the Detective Bloom series, following on from Gone, and Lost. After reading books 1 and 2, I couldn’t wait to jump straight back in to the action and excitement of Bloom’s life, and Hunt certainly didn’t let me down!
The story starts with a heartbreaking scene of a young woman’s suicide, and the reason why she has decided to make such a devastating decision. This immediately creates questions, and gives you a need to read on. The story quickly then jumps to Gerald Porter, the Foreign Secretary, who is being questioned by police but refusing to talk. But he will talk, and all the police have to do is let him talk to Detective Bloom.When Bloom agrees to take on his case, and to find his niece, she had no idea at the severity of what she was really getting herself into. Nothing could have prepared her for what was to come.
Not long in to the story, we are reintroduced to Bloom’s partner, Jameson. Their relationship isn’t in a great place after previous events (that you will have to read the other books in the serious to find out about), but they are clearly both trying to build bridges and get back to the way things were. Their relationship is definitely an interesting one, and I personally love them as a pair. They compliment each other perfectly in regards to work, and their friendship is just so genuine. Even when they’re not in the midst of an exciting case, the way they interact is so enjoyable to read.
I am so glad that a certain other character from the series resurfaced (I will not name them as I don’t want to spoil things), but this character always brings so much more to the story. They complicate things, they bring a tension, and a danger, and I absolutely love when they are involved.
The story takes an extremely interesting turn when the team begin looking in to Artemis. The organisation is certainly not what it makes itself out to be, and from the moment Bloom decides that the only way to learn the truth is to go undercover, you will not be putting this book down. The organisation was actually quite an eye opener, because this sort of thing really does happen, and we just don’t see it. The manipulation, the mind games, and the brain washing. It’s horrific! But in a fictional story, it certainly makes for great reading.
As the story progresses, it becomes more intense by the minute, leading to an exciting and action packed climax, that was really the perfect way to round things up. There were certainly aspects that I would have never seen coming, which made this ending all the more satisfying.
Leona Deakin has truly created a series with characters that you just can’t wait to spend time with, who you grow to love, and find yourself completely attached to. You know that every time you open a new book in this series that you’re about to dive in to a world of chaos, and excitement, and that you’ll be completely hooked immediately. Fingers crossed that there will be more to come in the Detective Bloom series, because I can’t wait to read more.
A huge thank you to NetGalley and Transworld for my copy, in exchange for an honest review.
I give Hunt a 4 star rating!
The story starts with a heartbreaking scene of a young woman’s suicide, and the reason why she has decided to make such a devastating decision. This immediately creates questions, and gives you a need to read on. The story quickly then jumps to Gerald Porter, the Foreign Secretary, who is being questioned by police but refusing to talk. But he will talk, and all the police have to do is let him talk to Detective Bloom.When Bloom agrees to take on his case, and to find his niece, she had no idea at the severity of what she was really getting herself into. Nothing could have prepared her for what was to come.
Not long in to the story, we are reintroduced to Bloom’s partner, Jameson. Their relationship isn’t in a great place after previous events (that you will have to read the other books in the serious to find out about), but they are clearly both trying to build bridges and get back to the way things were. Their relationship is definitely an interesting one, and I personally love them as a pair. They compliment each other perfectly in regards to work, and their friendship is just so genuine. Even when they’re not in the midst of an exciting case, the way they interact is so enjoyable to read.
I am so glad that a certain other character from the series resurfaced (I will not name them as I don’t want to spoil things), but this character always brings so much more to the story. They complicate things, they bring a tension, and a danger, and I absolutely love when they are involved.
The story takes an extremely interesting turn when the team begin looking in to Artemis. The organisation is certainly not what it makes itself out to be, and from the moment Bloom decides that the only way to learn the truth is to go undercover, you will not be putting this book down. The organisation was actually quite an eye opener, because this sort of thing really does happen, and we just don’t see it. The manipulation, the mind games, and the brain washing. It’s horrific! But in a fictional story, it certainly makes for great reading.
As the story progresses, it becomes more intense by the minute, leading to an exciting and action packed climax, that was really the perfect way to round things up. There were certainly aspects that I would have never seen coming, which made this ending all the more satisfying.
Leona Deakin has truly created a series with characters that you just can’t wait to spend time with, who you grow to love, and find yourself completely attached to. You know that every time you open a new book in this series that you’re about to dive in to a world of chaos, and excitement, and that you’ll be completely hooked immediately. Fingers crossed that there will be more to come in the Detective Bloom series, because I can’t wait to read more.
A huge thank you to NetGalley and Transworld for my copy, in exchange for an honest review.
I give Hunt a 4 star rating!
March 7, 2021
Hunt is the much awaited third book in the Augusta Bloom series and having enjoyed the previous two tremendously I was excited to reacquaint myself with the psychologist and her ex MI6 partner Marcus Jameson as they embark on their latest investigation. A word of warning here; you may find it worthwhile to read Lost and Gone before you dive into this storyline as the dynamics of their relationship have been affected by past investigations in which a third party, the brilliant psychopathic Seraphine Walker has played a crucial role. Expect her to make an appearance in what is a complex, intriguing, nerve wracking and creepy read.
The foreign secretary Gerald Porter has requested the help of Augusta Bloom in finding his niece Scarlett who has not had any contact with her family and friends in ten years. An only child of his sister Greta Marshall, he is keen to discover the whereabouts of Scarlett since her inheritance which has been kept in trust until she reaches the age of twenty one has disappeared. The only information he is in possession of is a possible link Scarlett has to the women’s rights and self help group Artemis headed by the American Paula Kunis. Currently being held by Westminster police for the next fourteen days under the Terrorism Act, accused of selling government secrets, Augusta Bloom only has a limited time to locate this young woman and reunite her with her mother and fulfill her obligations to the foreign secretary. Taking the reader from London to Edinburgh and the Highlands prepare to be outwitted in more highly dangerous and subversive mind games featuring the most delusional, power hungry individuals you are ever likely to meet. The lengths these characters are prepared to go to achieve their aims will astound you!
This is a creepy and unsettling storyline which will have you on the edge of your seat in anticipation of the next surprising twist. Augusta and Marcus aided by technical wizard Lucas George are facing their biggest challenge yet but with Augusta’s brilliant mind and powers of deduction and Marcus’s skills in espionage you can only hope they manage to remain one step ahead of any opponents who stand in their way. The only trouble is Bloom and Jameson, through no fault of their own tend to enter into investigations partially blindfolded, unsure of who or what they are up against which for the reader only adds to the sense of excitement and tension. Control of this particular game seems to switch hands constantly so you can never be entirely sure who has the upper hand!
Initial investigations reveal Artemis to be a group operating on the premise of empowering women, their main aim being to rectify the inequalities that exist between men and women in society. On the face of it a noble and worthwhile cause but Augusta is quick to question Artemis rhetoric, sensing there is a secrecy surrounding their esteemed leader and the way they operate giving rise to misgivings about how genuine this group really is and whether it’s a facade for something more sinister. It is highly possible their subtle methods of recruitment disguise their true intentions, preying on the vulnerable but the only way to confirm these gut instincts is to go undercover and infiltrate their organisation. Has Scarlett fallen victim to their persuasive and convincing dialogue and if so where is she? An invitation to spend a weekend at a retreat owned by Artemis located outside of Inverness provides the perfect opportunity to gather evidence and substantiate their concerns and hopefully find Scarlett but how dangerous will this undercover mission prove to be?
I love the pairing of Augusta and Marcus but these storylines have a greater focus on the complexities of the plot rather than giving the reader more insight into the personal lives of our two main characters. Augusta really is a closed book and I don’t feel I know her any better than when I was first introduced to her character. There are glimpses of a more human side in this narrative but they are kept to a bare minimum with Augusta portrayed as more robotic in her actions compared to partner Marcus whose flaws are more obvious. That’s not to say Augusta is immune to making errors because these events tell a different story and up against arch nemesis Seraphine you can spot her weaknesses. Thankfully Augusta and Marcus have each other’s backs as events take on James Bond style proportions.
I don’t suppose the plot line in Hunt is any more convoluted or far fetched than the ones in Lost and Gone but I’ll admit to finding my brain tied up in knots as the final big scenes play out. They will take your breath away in terms of how dramatic and heinous they are! Having read the final page I found myself mentally rewinding through these extraordinary events trying to process and make sense of how all these characters fit into this impossible puzzle. Once I saw the completed picture I think I finally grasped all the intricacies of the plot but again it is a complex one that requires your full concentration. As you’d expect from the author and this series there are surprising twists that leave you in awe of Ms Deakin’s creativity and ability to sweep the carpet out from under your feet, and with the hint that there will at least be one more book to come, these dangerous mind games are not over with yet. However unbelievable these plot lines may be I have fallen under the spell of Bloom, Jameson and Walker, a willing virtual onlooker to scenarios in which the author tests the theory of whether two heads are better than one in this ongoing quest for ultimate power and domination. Although I’ve decided to award Hunt 4 stars instead of the 5 I’ve given to the previous two books in the series I’m still excited to discover who will finally reign triumphant! If you love being in the company of psychopathic, unpredictable characters this series is one for you. My thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for giving me the opportunity to read.
The foreign secretary Gerald Porter has requested the help of Augusta Bloom in finding his niece Scarlett who has not had any contact with her family and friends in ten years. An only child of his sister Greta Marshall, he is keen to discover the whereabouts of Scarlett since her inheritance which has been kept in trust until she reaches the age of twenty one has disappeared. The only information he is in possession of is a possible link Scarlett has to the women’s rights and self help group Artemis headed by the American Paula Kunis. Currently being held by Westminster police for the next fourteen days under the Terrorism Act, accused of selling government secrets, Augusta Bloom only has a limited time to locate this young woman and reunite her with her mother and fulfill her obligations to the foreign secretary. Taking the reader from London to Edinburgh and the Highlands prepare to be outwitted in more highly dangerous and subversive mind games featuring the most delusional, power hungry individuals you are ever likely to meet. The lengths these characters are prepared to go to achieve their aims will astound you!
This is a creepy and unsettling storyline which will have you on the edge of your seat in anticipation of the next surprising twist. Augusta and Marcus aided by technical wizard Lucas George are facing their biggest challenge yet but with Augusta’s brilliant mind and powers of deduction and Marcus’s skills in espionage you can only hope they manage to remain one step ahead of any opponents who stand in their way. The only trouble is Bloom and Jameson, through no fault of their own tend to enter into investigations partially blindfolded, unsure of who or what they are up against which for the reader only adds to the sense of excitement and tension. Control of this particular game seems to switch hands constantly so you can never be entirely sure who has the upper hand!
Initial investigations reveal Artemis to be a group operating on the premise of empowering women, their main aim being to rectify the inequalities that exist between men and women in society. On the face of it a noble and worthwhile cause but Augusta is quick to question Artemis rhetoric, sensing there is a secrecy surrounding their esteemed leader and the way they operate giving rise to misgivings about how genuine this group really is and whether it’s a facade for something more sinister. It is highly possible their subtle methods of recruitment disguise their true intentions, preying on the vulnerable but the only way to confirm these gut instincts is to go undercover and infiltrate their organisation. Has Scarlett fallen victim to their persuasive and convincing dialogue and if so where is she? An invitation to spend a weekend at a retreat owned by Artemis located outside of Inverness provides the perfect opportunity to gather evidence and substantiate their concerns and hopefully find Scarlett but how dangerous will this undercover mission prove to be?
I love the pairing of Augusta and Marcus but these storylines have a greater focus on the complexities of the plot rather than giving the reader more insight into the personal lives of our two main characters. Augusta really is a closed book and I don’t feel I know her any better than when I was first introduced to her character. There are glimpses of a more human side in this narrative but they are kept to a bare minimum with Augusta portrayed as more robotic in her actions compared to partner Marcus whose flaws are more obvious. That’s not to say Augusta is immune to making errors because these events tell a different story and up against arch nemesis Seraphine you can spot her weaknesses. Thankfully Augusta and Marcus have each other’s backs as events take on James Bond style proportions.
I don’t suppose the plot line in Hunt is any more convoluted or far fetched than the ones in Lost and Gone but I’ll admit to finding my brain tied up in knots as the final big scenes play out. They will take your breath away in terms of how dramatic and heinous they are! Having read the final page I found myself mentally rewinding through these extraordinary events trying to process and make sense of how all these characters fit into this impossible puzzle. Once I saw the completed picture I think I finally grasped all the intricacies of the plot but again it is a complex one that requires your full concentration. As you’d expect from the author and this series there are surprising twists that leave you in awe of Ms Deakin’s creativity and ability to sweep the carpet out from under your feet, and with the hint that there will at least be one more book to come, these dangerous mind games are not over with yet. However unbelievable these plot lines may be I have fallen under the spell of Bloom, Jameson and Walker, a willing virtual onlooker to scenarios in which the author tests the theory of whether two heads are better than one in this ongoing quest for ultimate power and domination. Although I’ve decided to award Hunt 4 stars instead of the 5 I’ve given to the previous two books in the series I’m still excited to discover who will finally reign triumphant! If you love being in the company of psychopathic, unpredictable characters this series is one for you. My thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for giving me the opportunity to read.
September 17, 2021
You can read this book as a stand-alone, but for the back story of Augusta Bloom and Seraphine Walker, read the series in order, starting with Gone.
Dr. Augusta Bloom is a psychologist who often works with the police and her friend and business partner is Marcus Jameson, an ex -MI6 operative who left the service with severe burn-out.
Their major cases have all been connected to a brilliant but psychopathic woman named Seraphine Walker whom Bloom and Jameson have encountered before. It is Bloom’s psychological profiling that has played a key role in enabling her analytical mind to get to the truth of what Walker has been up to.
This time, Walker has just walked away scot free from the Old Bailey on a technicality. But Augusta Bloom does not have time to wonder why that happened as she is summoned to a meeting.
Gerald Porter, the serving Foreign Secretary is being held by a in an MOD building by a covert group specifically set up to investigate corrupt actions by those in power. Porter is refusing to talk to anyone but Bloom. Bloom doesn’t know Porter other than by reputation, but she does know D.C.I. Mirza of the Met who is involved in this arrest.
Insisting on a one to one with Augusta, Porter tells her that he is seriously concerned for his niece, Scarlett Marshall. He’s making his co-operation conditional on Bloom doing her best to find Scarlett and make sure she is safe and well.
Scarlett, who inherited a great deal of money when she turned 21, has not been seen for nine years and she was last seen with Paula Kunis, leader of Artemis, a proselytising campaign group for women’s rights.
Trying to trace Scarlett is not as easy as it ought to be. Seemingly she has disappeared from view completely not contacting any family or friends in all that time. So Bloom and Jameson set about finding more information on Artemis and its charismatic leader, American Paula Kunis.
There’s scant information available however and Augusta feels she has no option but to allow herself to be drawn in to the group. She embarks on a journey that takes her from London to Edinburgh and then to an Artemis retreat north of Inverness.
Isolated from Jameson and unable to communicate with the outside world – it’s a retreat where you give up all forms of electronic communication – Augusta finds herself surrounded by like-minded women but there’s something really unsettling about the whole set up.
Leona Deakin creates a compelling scenario where even Augusta’s sharp analytical brain has trouble working out what is going on. The women she meets have interesting stories and Artemis itself has aims she has no trouble agreeing with, but something is making her feel edgy and unsettled. Augusta, who is no stranger to power games, feels she is being played but to what ends?
Deakin explores the means and methods of cults in this tense and quite creepy read. There’s a great deal of darkness in this book and working out who is on the verge of madness and who is manipulative is all part of the fun in this eminently readable intense read.
With echoes of real life examples of cultism like Jonestown and Waco, Deakin builds a solid picture of cultism and its operational methods and it is very chilling reading. The combination of Augusta’s intellectual skills and Jameson’s spy craft make for a thoroughly entertaining read with a serious edge and there’s quite a twisty plot to go with it.
As with her previous books, this is a narrative driven book and you never really get to know what really makes Augusta tick. The reader needs a bit of suspension of disbelief and there’s an interesting edge to the ending which will undoubtedly play into the next book.
Verdict: Entertaining and enjoyable, creepy and suspenseful, Hunt is a pacy read that delivers action and thrills.
Dr. Augusta Bloom is a psychologist who often works with the police and her friend and business partner is Marcus Jameson, an ex -MI6 operative who left the service with severe burn-out.
Their major cases have all been connected to a brilliant but psychopathic woman named Seraphine Walker whom Bloom and Jameson have encountered before. It is Bloom’s psychological profiling that has played a key role in enabling her analytical mind to get to the truth of what Walker has been up to.
This time, Walker has just walked away scot free from the Old Bailey on a technicality. But Augusta Bloom does not have time to wonder why that happened as she is summoned to a meeting.
Gerald Porter, the serving Foreign Secretary is being held by a in an MOD building by a covert group specifically set up to investigate corrupt actions by those in power. Porter is refusing to talk to anyone but Bloom. Bloom doesn’t know Porter other than by reputation, but she does know D.C.I. Mirza of the Met who is involved in this arrest.
Insisting on a one to one with Augusta, Porter tells her that he is seriously concerned for his niece, Scarlett Marshall. He’s making his co-operation conditional on Bloom doing her best to find Scarlett and make sure she is safe and well.
Scarlett, who inherited a great deal of money when she turned 21, has not been seen for nine years and she was last seen with Paula Kunis, leader of Artemis, a proselytising campaign group for women’s rights.
Trying to trace Scarlett is not as easy as it ought to be. Seemingly she has disappeared from view completely not contacting any family or friends in all that time. So Bloom and Jameson set about finding more information on Artemis and its charismatic leader, American Paula Kunis.
There’s scant information available however and Augusta feels she has no option but to allow herself to be drawn in to the group. She embarks on a journey that takes her from London to Edinburgh and then to an Artemis retreat north of Inverness.
Isolated from Jameson and unable to communicate with the outside world – it’s a retreat where you give up all forms of electronic communication – Augusta finds herself surrounded by like-minded women but there’s something really unsettling about the whole set up.
Leona Deakin creates a compelling scenario where even Augusta’s sharp analytical brain has trouble working out what is going on. The women she meets have interesting stories and Artemis itself has aims she has no trouble agreeing with, but something is making her feel edgy and unsettled. Augusta, who is no stranger to power games, feels she is being played but to what ends?
Deakin explores the means and methods of cults in this tense and quite creepy read. There’s a great deal of darkness in this book and working out who is on the verge of madness and who is manipulative is all part of the fun in this eminently readable intense read.
With echoes of real life examples of cultism like Jonestown and Waco, Deakin builds a solid picture of cultism and its operational methods and it is very chilling reading. The combination of Augusta’s intellectual skills and Jameson’s spy craft make for a thoroughly entertaining read with a serious edge and there’s quite a twisty plot to go with it.
As with her previous books, this is a narrative driven book and you never really get to know what really makes Augusta tick. The reader needs a bit of suspension of disbelief and there’s an interesting edge to the ending which will undoubtedly play into the next book.
Verdict: Entertaining and enjoyable, creepy and suspenseful, Hunt is a pacy read that delivers action and thrills.
July 19, 2021
Dr Augusta Bloom, clinical psychologist, works with her partner, Martin Jamieson (ex MI5), as a freelance consultant detective, often at the behest of the police. However, her latest call takes her not to a police station or hospital, but to a secure room in the sub-basement of the MOD Headquarters. The client she has been called to see is the Foreign Secretary, Gerald Porter, being held in secret by the police on suspicion of espionage or treason – or terrorism! He is refusing to discuss anything unless Augusta can trace and ‘rescue’ his niece, Scarlet, who has become enmeshed in an organisation called Artemis. On the face of it, it is merely a campaigning group promoting and supporting women in the workplace and the wider world. If she is successful within the fifteen days which the Terrorism Act allows him to be held before charging, he will confess all, otherwise he will provide no co-operation to the police.
Although this seems a very strange commission, Augusta agrees to take it. However, this apparently simple situation turns out to be much more complex because Artemis, run by a charismatic American called Paula Kunis, is clearly some sort of cult. A cult in which people disappear.
A potentially even greater problem is the involvement of her nemesis Seraphine Walker, a psychopath who leads a group of other psychopaths who, in turn, maintain a coterie of acolytes distributed worldwide and at all levels of society. Augusta has contended against her in two previous novels, but she appears rarely in this one, which can be read perfectly well with only the included background. Nevertheless, her appearance creates an underlying tension – will she reappear, will she do something drastic, is she connected with Artemis? Is she behind Porter’s strange request to Augusta?
There is a particularly strong section in which characters meets with psychological techniques akin to brainwashing. Readers who are disposed to identify with characters may find themselves drawn in by the power of the writing,
The actual plot is not very complicated, although there are a number of twists so that interest is maintained to the final reveal.
I would like to thank NetGalley, the publishers and the author for providing me with a draft proof copy for the purpose of this review.
Although this seems a very strange commission, Augusta agrees to take it. However, this apparently simple situation turns out to be much more complex because Artemis, run by a charismatic American called Paula Kunis, is clearly some sort of cult. A cult in which people disappear.
A potentially even greater problem is the involvement of her nemesis Seraphine Walker, a psychopath who leads a group of other psychopaths who, in turn, maintain a coterie of acolytes distributed worldwide and at all levels of society. Augusta has contended against her in two previous novels, but she appears rarely in this one, which can be read perfectly well with only the included background. Nevertheless, her appearance creates an underlying tension – will she reappear, will she do something drastic, is she connected with Artemis? Is she behind Porter’s strange request to Augusta?
There is a particularly strong section in which characters meets with psychological techniques akin to brainwashing. Readers who are disposed to identify with characters may find themselves drawn in by the power of the writing,
The actual plot is not very complicated, although there are a number of twists so that interest is maintained to the final reveal.
I would like to thank NetGalley, the publishers and the author for providing me with a draft proof copy for the purpose of this review.
March 28, 2021
HUNT is the third book in the wonderful Detective bloom series, and it is – dare I say it, my favourite instalment to date!.
Bloom is enlisted to help the foreign secretary Gerald Potter who has been arrested under the Terrorism Act. He is accused of selling government secrets. On their first meeting, Gerald asks Bloom to try and locate the whereabouts of his niece Scarlett, who hasn’t been seen for ten years, after disappearing with two million pounds inheritance. He points Bloom in the direction of Artemis, the women’s rights and self help group that is run by American Paula Kunis.
Augusta and Marcus, her partner in the force, have fourteen days to locate Scarlett, but this is far from a straightforward task. Instead they find themselves being lead on a long winded journey, with the perpetrators playing mind games every step of the way and taking full advantage of the power they hold. The lengths in which these characters are prepared to go to is shocking and completely unexpected, and as things begin to intensify on their search, you find yourself on the edge of your seat.
This is a truly marvellous read. after reading Gone and Lost, I had been eagerly awaiting this latest addition to the series, and It certainly went above and beyond all of my expectations.
The characters, as always are well structured and relatable, each of them having their own individual voices and personalities which add so much depth to this story. I love the dynamics between Bloom and Jameson, from the witty banter, to the ways in which they brainstorm with one another. It is clear they have a strong bond, and this helps them work together on some of the most complex cases they find themselves presented with.
The storyline is well paced, with the perfect level of suspense building up as the story nears its climax. You are certainly left second guessing everything as the story unfolds, all of the assumptions you may have initially come to being blown out of the water as Bloom closes in on Scarlett’s whereabouts, and finally delivers the answers we are craving.
Brilliantly written, full of suspense and captivating to the very end, this is a remarkable story, and I certainly cannot wait for future additions to this series.
Bloom is enlisted to help the foreign secretary Gerald Potter who has been arrested under the Terrorism Act. He is accused of selling government secrets. On their first meeting, Gerald asks Bloom to try and locate the whereabouts of his niece Scarlett, who hasn’t been seen for ten years, after disappearing with two million pounds inheritance. He points Bloom in the direction of Artemis, the women’s rights and self help group that is run by American Paula Kunis.
Augusta and Marcus, her partner in the force, have fourteen days to locate Scarlett, but this is far from a straightforward task. Instead they find themselves being lead on a long winded journey, with the perpetrators playing mind games every step of the way and taking full advantage of the power they hold. The lengths in which these characters are prepared to go to is shocking and completely unexpected, and as things begin to intensify on their search, you find yourself on the edge of your seat.
This is a truly marvellous read. after reading Gone and Lost, I had been eagerly awaiting this latest addition to the series, and It certainly went above and beyond all of my expectations.
The characters, as always are well structured and relatable, each of them having their own individual voices and personalities which add so much depth to this story. I love the dynamics between Bloom and Jameson, from the witty banter, to the ways in which they brainstorm with one another. It is clear they have a strong bond, and this helps them work together on some of the most complex cases they find themselves presented with.
The storyline is well paced, with the perfect level of suspense building up as the story nears its climax. You are certainly left second guessing everything as the story unfolds, all of the assumptions you may have initially come to being blown out of the water as Bloom closes in on Scarlett’s whereabouts, and finally delivers the answers we are craving.
Brilliantly written, full of suspense and captivating to the very end, this is a remarkable story, and I certainly cannot wait for future additions to this series.
March 24, 2021
This is the third instalment featuring Dr Augusta Bloom and Marcus Jameson, missing persons specialists. Dr Bloom is brought into Whitehall because the Foreign Secretary is being secretly held under the prevention of terrorism act and insists on seeing her privately before talking to anyone. He wants her to find his niece - missing for 10 years - but as you'd expect there's much more going on than a simple missing person case.
Dr Bloom must infiltrate an organisation that she suspects operates much like a cult, and use her psychological knowledge to investigate, observe and resist the techniques used by such organisations. I found these insights very powerful and learnt a lot about how cults can enmesh even the most strong-willed of people, and how the damaged or vulnerable are so quick and easy to ensnare. The plot references narcissistic personality disorder and social media manipulation, and the links to a certain former US president will cross every reader's mind.
We learn a little more about Marcus' background, but only enough to be intriguing. Seraphine Walker is back, interfering and causing trouble, and we see some new character flaws and her ability to make mistakes (as if being a ruthless psychopath wasn't enough!)
It does help if you've read the first two books in this series. I enjoyed the first two but this seemed even better - more action, more linear (with a few appropriate flashbacks) and some great settings, brilliantly described.
I've given this four stars because there are a few things which didn't make sense - the Foreign Secretary is missing for 2 weeks and no-one notices? The Prime Minister, BBC, Guardian, civil service, his constituents? Also the ending left me a bit confused. I can't say much for obvious reasons - just left with a feeling of 'why would she do that?' Don't let me put you off - it's a great book and perhaps my questions will be answered in the next book, which I will definitely read.
Dr Bloom must infiltrate an organisation that she suspects operates much like a cult, and use her psychological knowledge to investigate, observe and resist the techniques used by such organisations. I found these insights very powerful and learnt a lot about how cults can enmesh even the most strong-willed of people, and how the damaged or vulnerable are so quick and easy to ensnare. The plot references narcissistic personality disorder and social media manipulation, and the links to a certain former US president will cross every reader's mind.
We learn a little more about Marcus' background, but only enough to be intriguing. Seraphine Walker is back, interfering and causing trouble, and we see some new character flaws and her ability to make mistakes (as if being a ruthless psychopath wasn't enough!)
It does help if you've read the first two books in this series. I enjoyed the first two but this seemed even better - more action, more linear (with a few appropriate flashbacks) and some great settings, brilliantly described.
I've given this four stars because there are a few things which didn't make sense - the Foreign Secretary is missing for 2 weeks and no-one notices? The Prime Minister, BBC, Guardian, civil service, his constituents? Also the ending left me a bit confused. I can't say much for obvious reasons - just left with a feeling of 'why would she do that?' Don't let me put you off - it's a great book and perhaps my questions will be answered in the next book, which I will definitely read.
April 9, 2021
4.5/5
This book is the third in the crime/thriller series featuring Dr Augusta Bloom, an organisational physiologist turned private eye. As this was a Netgalley ARC, I hadn't read the first two before diving straight into this. While I could tell there were elements that might hold more significance for those who've read the others, I was still easily able to follow the story as a standalone.
In this one, Dr Bloom must investigate a women's rights organisation called Artemis that may not be quite what it appears. Why do the women who become involved with it seem to lose contact with their families and disappear without a trace?? Dr Bloom is well placed to infiltrate the organisation and find out... but is she in over her head??
I really enjoyed this book! I don't want to say much about the plot because I think it's a book you're better off starting fairly blind, but I found the direction it took really intriguing and the atmosphere excellent. I could barely put it down from beginning to end, which is always a good sign! The writing is clear and easy, and the chapters short and snappy which I always enjoy.
This book also employed one of my favourite thriller tropes - a bit of a twist in the falling action (after the climax, when you think it's all just wrapping up). In fact, I enjoy this so much, I tend to feel let down when it doesn't happen haha!
If you enjoy crime/thriller type stories, this author is definitely worth a look, especially if you prefer it on the "lighter" side - nothing too gory or disturbing (nonetheless TW for death, violence, things you'd expect in this genre), but still plenty to keep you on the edge of your seat. I will definitely go back and read the first two books, and look forward to any more in future!
This book is the third in the crime/thriller series featuring Dr Augusta Bloom, an organisational physiologist turned private eye. As this was a Netgalley ARC, I hadn't read the first two before diving straight into this. While I could tell there were elements that might hold more significance for those who've read the others, I was still easily able to follow the story as a standalone.
In this one, Dr Bloom must investigate a women's rights organisation called Artemis that may not be quite what it appears. Why do the women who become involved with it seem to lose contact with their families and disappear without a trace?? Dr Bloom is well placed to infiltrate the organisation and find out... but is she in over her head??
I really enjoyed this book! I don't want to say much about the plot because I think it's a book you're better off starting fairly blind, but I found the direction it took really intriguing and the atmosphere excellent. I could barely put it down from beginning to end, which is always a good sign! The writing is clear and easy, and the chapters short and snappy which I always enjoy.
This book also employed one of my favourite thriller tropes - a bit of a twist in the falling action (after the climax, when you think it's all just wrapping up). In fact, I enjoy this so much, I tend to feel let down when it doesn't happen haha!
If you enjoy crime/thriller type stories, this author is definitely worth a look, especially if you prefer it on the "lighter" side - nothing too gory or disturbing (nonetheless TW for death, violence, things you'd expect in this genre), but still plenty to keep you on the edge of your seat. I will definitely go back and read the first two books, and look forward to any more in future!
October 2, 2021
Pacey, creepy and spine-chilling, thriller fans will enjoy Leona Deakin’s latest novel, Hunt.
The Foreign Secretary is being held under the Terrorism Act. He is being detained by the police, but he refuses to answer even a single question – unless they allow him to speak to Dr Augusta Bloom. He asks Bloom to track down his niece Scarlett who had gone missing ten years ago after getting involved with Artemis, an organization dedicated to women’s rights and feminism led by the charismatic Paula Kunis. Determined to find Scarlett and to discover more about Artemis, Bloom leaves no stone unturned, but is she prepared for what she is about to uncover?
As she begins her investigation, Bloom cannot help but wonder whether there is more to Artemis than meets the eye. Is this organization really all that it claims to be? Is it really a group that is pushing to promote women’s rights? Or could there be something far more sinister going on here than meets the eye? As Bloom goes undercover, she begins to gather intel about the group and its members, but what on earth has happened to Scarlet?
The deeper Bloom gets into the organization, the bigger the risk and the bigger chance that she will end up the next Artemis woman to disappear off the face of the earth…
Leona Deakin is a talented writer who gives crime fiction a fresh new twist with her character Dr Augusta Bloom and her intense, hard-hitting and captivating thrillers. Hunt is a twisty, fast-paced and exciting chiller where the tension never lets up and where readers are kept on the edge of their seats desperate to uncover what is going to happen next.
With a fascinating heroine at its heart, Leona Deakin’s Hunt is one dark, gritty and chilling read crime fans will lap up.
The Foreign Secretary is being held under the Terrorism Act. He is being detained by the police, but he refuses to answer even a single question – unless they allow him to speak to Dr Augusta Bloom. He asks Bloom to track down his niece Scarlett who had gone missing ten years ago after getting involved with Artemis, an organization dedicated to women’s rights and feminism led by the charismatic Paula Kunis. Determined to find Scarlett and to discover more about Artemis, Bloom leaves no stone unturned, but is she prepared for what she is about to uncover?
As she begins her investigation, Bloom cannot help but wonder whether there is more to Artemis than meets the eye. Is this organization really all that it claims to be? Is it really a group that is pushing to promote women’s rights? Or could there be something far more sinister going on here than meets the eye? As Bloom goes undercover, she begins to gather intel about the group and its members, but what on earth has happened to Scarlet?
The deeper Bloom gets into the organization, the bigger the risk and the bigger chance that she will end up the next Artemis woman to disappear off the face of the earth…
Leona Deakin is a talented writer who gives crime fiction a fresh new twist with her character Dr Augusta Bloom and her intense, hard-hitting and captivating thrillers. Hunt is a twisty, fast-paced and exciting chiller where the tension never lets up and where readers are kept on the edge of their seats desperate to uncover what is going to happen next.
With a fascinating heroine at its heart, Leona Deakin’s Hunt is one dark, gritty and chilling read crime fans will lap up.
September 14, 2021
This is book three in the Augusta Bloom series and, in my opinion, as there is quite a lot of unfinished business from previous books that continues herein - a series arc if you wish, I would really recommend you start from book one and read in order. Also, if you are going to do that, I would also stop reading reviews, as you might find spoilers to those books.
So we start with one of the most heinous of characters, Seraphine Walker, getting her comeuppance in court. Or does she? Meanwhile, the Foreign Secretary is being held in an MOD building under the Terrorism Act and refusing to cooperate. He does however want to talk to one Dr Augusta Bloom. Apparently, his niece may have fallen under the spell of a cult. Her whereabouts for the past 9 year unknown.
And so begins a tightly plotted, interconnected narrative which opened my eyes up to the nature of cults and psychopaths and, well, a whole bunch of other stuff that spoilers prevent me from mentioning here. Suffice to say that when I finished the book, I was both impressed with what I had read and also very excited to find out what happens next.
I am glad that Augusta and Marcus appear to be ticking along better these days. Although not quite wholly there yet, it's not now something that takes the focus from what else is going on.
Seraphine and her part in proceedings is still ongoing and I do secretly wish that she'd get on with whatever she has planned so that we can come to some sort of conclusion therein. She surely can't remain teflon forever...?
All in all, a cracking addition to what is shaping up to be a thrilling series. My thanks go to the Publisher and Netgalley for the chance to read this book.
So we start with one of the most heinous of characters, Seraphine Walker, getting her comeuppance in court. Or does she? Meanwhile, the Foreign Secretary is being held in an MOD building under the Terrorism Act and refusing to cooperate. He does however want to talk to one Dr Augusta Bloom. Apparently, his niece may have fallen under the spell of a cult. Her whereabouts for the past 9 year unknown.
And so begins a tightly plotted, interconnected narrative which opened my eyes up to the nature of cults and psychopaths and, well, a whole bunch of other stuff that spoilers prevent me from mentioning here. Suffice to say that when I finished the book, I was both impressed with what I had read and also very excited to find out what happens next.
I am glad that Augusta and Marcus appear to be ticking along better these days. Although not quite wholly there yet, it's not now something that takes the focus from what else is going on.
Seraphine and her part in proceedings is still ongoing and I do secretly wish that she'd get on with whatever she has planned so that we can come to some sort of conclusion therein. She surely can't remain teflon forever...?
All in all, a cracking addition to what is shaping up to be a thrilling series. My thanks go to the Publisher and Netgalley for the chance to read this book.
November 3, 2021
As criminal thrillers go, this is probably one of the best I've read this year!
It's dark, edgy, fast paced, intriguing and full of suspense, thrills and drama. I haven't read many thrillers based around cults and the psychology behind them. So it was nice to read something a little bit different. The research that Leona has done really shines through in her writing. Not just with regards to the descriptions of cult behaviour, but the way in which it has been cleverly weaved into her characters and their stories.
The chapters were short (something I love in a book). But they were awash with just enough to keep the suspense and action teetering on the edge, leaving you with little choice but to keep turning the pages to find out what happens next.
Having read the blurb initially, I thought that the Foreign Secretary would have played a much bigger part in the book and it's storyline. However this didn't really materialise fully for me and it only alluded to him and his motives in calling upon Dr. Bloom.
Having finished the book and taking into account the fact that it is the 3rd book in the series. I definitely think Leona has done this purposely in order to lay the ground work for book number 4.
I haven't read books 1&2 yet, but do feel that if I had, it may have filled in some missing pieces contained in the sub plots that were running through the story.
Having said that. I do really enjoy the way Leona writes! I loved the guessing game I became a part of. And the twists and turns throughout were wholly engaging and had the shock factor in equal measure.
Books 1 and 2 have already been added to my TBR.
It's dark, edgy, fast paced, intriguing and full of suspense, thrills and drama. I haven't read many thrillers based around cults and the psychology behind them. So it was nice to read something a little bit different. The research that Leona has done really shines through in her writing. Not just with regards to the descriptions of cult behaviour, but the way in which it has been cleverly weaved into her characters and their stories.
The chapters were short (something I love in a book). But they were awash with just enough to keep the suspense and action teetering on the edge, leaving you with little choice but to keep turning the pages to find out what happens next.
Having read the blurb initially, I thought that the Foreign Secretary would have played a much bigger part in the book and it's storyline. However this didn't really materialise fully for me and it only alluded to him and his motives in calling upon Dr. Bloom.
Having finished the book and taking into account the fact that it is the 3rd book in the series. I definitely think Leona has done this purposely in order to lay the ground work for book number 4.
I haven't read books 1&2 yet, but do feel that if I had, it may have filled in some missing pieces contained in the sub plots that were running through the story.
Having said that. I do really enjoy the way Leona writes! I loved the guessing game I became a part of. And the twists and turns throughout were wholly engaging and had the shock factor in equal measure.
Books 1 and 2 have already been added to my TBR.
May 14, 2021
Book #3 in this series, but I have read it as a standalone. I’d be intrigued to go back and read the first two.
The book follows Bloom, a psychologist, and her business partner Jameson, a former secret agent turned detective.
The author makes plenty of references to previous cases the two have worked on, and I’m assuming these are references to previous books - but it wasn’t necessary for me to have read them to understand the references.
Bloom is asked to research the Artemis group and find the Foreign Secretary’s niece - in the process she finds herself being drawn deeper and deeper into the company in order to find out what is really going on.
The whole book is filled with suspense of what could happen next, the author challenges the psyche through constantly raising the question of how easily we humans can be manipulated, even when we’re aware of the risk! Dr Bloom is a professional, she knows the science and the expectation - does she succumb?
Deakin’s writing is clever, and exciting! There was danger throughout and I thoroughly enjoyed reading this. Bloom and Jameson are flawed and loveable but the real star of the book, and perhaps reason to go back and read the first two - is Seraphine. She is a psychopath. She is brilliant, she is terrifyingly cold and calculated but God yes I want more of her!
Thank you to NetGalley and Penguin Random House publishers for a gifted copy in exchange for a fair and honest review.
The book follows Bloom, a psychologist, and her business partner Jameson, a former secret agent turned detective.
The author makes plenty of references to previous cases the two have worked on, and I’m assuming these are references to previous books - but it wasn’t necessary for me to have read them to understand the references.
Bloom is asked to research the Artemis group and find the Foreign Secretary’s niece - in the process she finds herself being drawn deeper and deeper into the company in order to find out what is really going on.
The whole book is filled with suspense of what could happen next, the author challenges the psyche through constantly raising the question of how easily we humans can be manipulated, even when we’re aware of the risk! Dr Bloom is a professional, she knows the science and the expectation - does she succumb?
Deakin’s writing is clever, and exciting! There was danger throughout and I thoroughly enjoyed reading this. Bloom and Jameson are flawed and loveable but the real star of the book, and perhaps reason to go back and read the first two - is Seraphine. She is a psychopath. She is brilliant, she is terrifyingly cold and calculated but God yes I want more of her!
Thank you to NetGalley and Penguin Random House publishers for a gifted copy in exchange for a fair and honest review.
September 28, 2021
Another tense psychological thriller by Leona Deacon!
I have previously read ‘Gone’ featuring Augusta Bloom (a psychologist) and Marcus Jamieson (ex MI6), so I knew that I was in for a riveting read. Sure, enough Leona Deacon did not disappoint. This is the third in the series but can be enjoyed as a standalone.
The plot begins with the Foreign Secretary being held under the Terrorism Act and therefore is a huge embarrassment to the Government. He insists on speaking to Dr Augusta Bloom to track down his niece Scarlett, who he’s not seen in nine years. It appears that Scarlett is entrenched in a cult, known as ‘Artemis.’
The plot reinforced my thoughts regarding the whole concept of a cult, due to its clever methods of brainwashing, indoctrination and sly manipulation. The leader of Artemis is the enigmatic Paula Kunis, who has successfully reeled in so many females, particularly those with low self-esteem.
There is only one way for Augusta to investigate Scarlett’s mysterious disappearance and that is to infiltrate the cult. From the beginning Augusta discovers that no one can access their mobile phones, so after only a few days she becomes cut off from the outside world. How on earth can her partner Marcus keep in touch with Augusta?
This exciting thriller is deliciously intense and had me totally engrossed right up to the last page. Enjoy!
Galadriel.
Elite Reviewing Group received a copy of this book to review.
I have previously read ‘Gone’ featuring Augusta Bloom (a psychologist) and Marcus Jamieson (ex MI6), so I knew that I was in for a riveting read. Sure, enough Leona Deacon did not disappoint. This is the third in the series but can be enjoyed as a standalone.
The plot begins with the Foreign Secretary being held under the Terrorism Act and therefore is a huge embarrassment to the Government. He insists on speaking to Dr Augusta Bloom to track down his niece Scarlett, who he’s not seen in nine years. It appears that Scarlett is entrenched in a cult, known as ‘Artemis.’
The plot reinforced my thoughts regarding the whole concept of a cult, due to its clever methods of brainwashing, indoctrination and sly manipulation. The leader of Artemis is the enigmatic Paula Kunis, who has successfully reeled in so many females, particularly those with low self-esteem.
There is only one way for Augusta to investigate Scarlett’s mysterious disappearance and that is to infiltrate the cult. From the beginning Augusta discovers that no one can access their mobile phones, so after only a few days she becomes cut off from the outside world. How on earth can her partner Marcus keep in touch with Augusta?
This exciting thriller is deliciously intense and had me totally engrossed right up to the last page. Enjoy!
Galadriel.
Elite Reviewing Group received a copy of this book to review.
October 6, 2021
What an introduction to the world of Dr Augusta Bloom! I am so glad I read it. I loved this book. This was the third book in the Dr Augusta Bloom series, although I never felt I was missing out on anything. That said, I will be reading the first two books for better context, and backstories of the main characters.
Foreign Secretary Gerald Porter, calls for private investigator Dr Bloom and business partner Marcus Jameson for help. He is being held in secret under the Terrorism Act, but won’t answer any Police questions until he has spoken privately with Dr Bloom.
His niece Scarlett, joined a charity devoted to feminism, but now hasn’t been in touch with her family for 10 years. Dr Bloom begins to investigate the charity, Artemis, to find out if they are a genuine charity dedicated to equality for women, or are they something totally different? Do they prey on young, vulnerable women, indoctrinating them into a cult?
I found this to be a gripping story, which gradually built the tension and tempo towards the inevitable climax. I liked Augusta and Marcus straight away, and Seraphine grew on me. All in all, I think this is a well written book, well researched, and compelling, which I am happy to recommend to any readers of mysteries, crime and psychological thrillers. I gave Hunt five stars.
Foreign Secretary Gerald Porter, calls for private investigator Dr Bloom and business partner Marcus Jameson for help. He is being held in secret under the Terrorism Act, but won’t answer any Police questions until he has spoken privately with Dr Bloom.
His niece Scarlett, joined a charity devoted to feminism, but now hasn’t been in touch with her family for 10 years. Dr Bloom begins to investigate the charity, Artemis, to find out if they are a genuine charity dedicated to equality for women, or are they something totally different? Do they prey on young, vulnerable women, indoctrinating them into a cult?
I found this to be a gripping story, which gradually built the tension and tempo towards the inevitable climax. I liked Augusta and Marcus straight away, and Seraphine grew on me. All in all, I think this is a well written book, well researched, and compelling, which I am happy to recommend to any readers of mysteries, crime and psychological thrillers. I gave Hunt five stars.
February 15, 2021
Thank you Leona Deakin, Random House UK, Transworld Publishers and Netgalley for the digital copy of HUNT.
This is the third book in the Augusta Bloom series and having read the previous two novels in the series i was glad that this one picked up pace half way through after a slow start
The three main characters in this series, Augusta, Marcus and Seraphine carry on their psychological relationship when Augusta is called in to help the Foreign Secretary whose niece Scarlett who went off the grid 9 years ago and emptied her back account of over 2 million pounds of her inheritance money.
What Augusta doesnt know is that the Foreign Secretary is one of Seraphines past recruits - you would have to have read the other two books to know the history of the characters.
Agusta's investigation leads to Scarlett possibly being in a cult, and this leads to her having to go undercover as someone wanting to become a member of Aremetis, an all female group that does not need men in their life.
Plenty of twists and turns, after a slow start, but it starts to pick up pace once Augusta enters the realms of the HQ in Scotland for a weekend break, and then you start to gain access to how a cult is worked- quite scary if it is based on fact.
Certainly a page turner
This is the third book in the Augusta Bloom series and having read the previous two novels in the series i was glad that this one picked up pace half way through after a slow start
The three main characters in this series, Augusta, Marcus and Seraphine carry on their psychological relationship when Augusta is called in to help the Foreign Secretary whose niece Scarlett who went off the grid 9 years ago and emptied her back account of over 2 million pounds of her inheritance money.
What Augusta doesnt know is that the Foreign Secretary is one of Seraphines past recruits - you would have to have read the other two books to know the history of the characters.
Agusta's investigation leads to Scarlett possibly being in a cult, and this leads to her having to go undercover as someone wanting to become a member of Aremetis, an all female group that does not need men in their life.
Plenty of twists and turns, after a slow start, but it starts to pick up pace once Augusta enters the realms of the HQ in Scotland for a weekend break, and then you start to gain access to how a cult is worked- quite scary if it is based on fact.
Certainly a page turner
August 18, 2021
I was thrilled to receive the ARC of the third book in the Dr Augusta Bloom series and my goodness it was a brilliant read and just as good as the previous two books.
So the book starts with Augusta Bloom being asked to speak with the foreign secretary Gerald Porter who has been arrested and will speak with nobody else but Augusta. What follows is an intriguing mystery into the strange world of Artemis a women’s organisation led by the charismatic Paula Kunis but it becomes quite obvious early on that is is more than a group of women’s empowerment but a cult !
Well at the very mention of a cult that’s me hooked I have a fascination for them and this book takes you right into the heart of this one.
It’s a fabulous plot so well written and to top it all we have the enigmatic psychopath Seraphine back and up to her manipulating ways which made the read even better and I loved it.
Great book,great characters and a fabulous story with a thrilling ending what more can you ask for and roll on the next in the series I can’t wait !
My thanks to NetGalley and Random House Uk, Transworld Publisher’s, Black Swan for gIrving me the chance to read the ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.
So the book starts with Augusta Bloom being asked to speak with the foreign secretary Gerald Porter who has been arrested and will speak with nobody else but Augusta. What follows is an intriguing mystery into the strange world of Artemis a women’s organisation led by the charismatic Paula Kunis but it becomes quite obvious early on that is is more than a group of women’s empowerment but a cult !
Well at the very mention of a cult that’s me hooked I have a fascination for them and this book takes you right into the heart of this one.
It’s a fabulous plot so well written and to top it all we have the enigmatic psychopath Seraphine back and up to her manipulating ways which made the read even better and I loved it.
Great book,great characters and a fabulous story with a thrilling ending what more can you ask for and roll on the next in the series I can’t wait !
My thanks to NetGalley and Random House Uk, Transworld Publisher’s, Black Swan for gIrving me the chance to read the ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.
February 27, 2021
Thank you to Netgally, Random house UK, Transworld publisher for allowing me this opportunity to read The Hunt by Leona Deakin.
From reading, which I hadn’t realised previously, it is part of a series about Augusta Bloom. So at parts I was confused as I didn’t know the back story, however this in no way impacted my read and it has made me want to seek out her other books.
As a stand alone book it’s a fabulous read! (Although knowing the back story would help) it’s fast paced and keeps you hooked! The storyline is very clever and at times I could feel my heart pounding as there was an element of danger.
I liked how Leona painted the scene and you could place yourself in the situation and I think this is why it created a danger feeling throughout the book.
The ending was slightly far fetched, but it’s a fictional book so why not haha! Although right at the end made me gasp! Wasn’t expecting the little twist.
I’d like to read more and find out who Serephine is and why their relationship is strained! I’d also like to find out more about Jameson and his passed!
Thank you once again for the amazing read!
From reading, which I hadn’t realised previously, it is part of a series about Augusta Bloom. So at parts I was confused as I didn’t know the back story, however this in no way impacted my read and it has made me want to seek out her other books.
As a stand alone book it’s a fabulous read! (Although knowing the back story would help) it’s fast paced and keeps you hooked! The storyline is very clever and at times I could feel my heart pounding as there was an element of danger.
I liked how Leona painted the scene and you could place yourself in the situation and I think this is why it created a danger feeling throughout the book.
The ending was slightly far fetched, but it’s a fictional book so why not haha! Although right at the end made me gasp! Wasn’t expecting the little twist.
I’d like to read more and find out who Serephine is and why their relationship is strained! I’d also like to find out more about Jameson and his passed!
Thank you once again for the amazing read!
March 5, 2021
Wowzer's what a gripping Book , so many brilliant twists & turns, & also giving the reader lots of things to contemplate & even re-evaluate their thoughts about very complex topic's.
Some terrific characters especially the lead the brilliant Augusta Bloom plus her partner Marcus.. Their Nemesis Paula Kunis turns out not to be completely who & what they believe & because of that the reader gets quite a shock by the final twist in the plot. So a fabulous gut gripping story which I will be very Highly recommending to both Family members & to friends . #NetGalley,#Goodreads,#FB,#Instagram, #Amazon.co.uk,#Waterstones, #
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Some terrific characters especially the lead the brilliant Augusta Bloom plus her partner Marcus.. Their Nemesis Paula Kunis turns out not to be completely who & what they believe & because of that the reader gets quite a shock by the final twist in the plot. So a fabulous gut gripping story which I will be very Highly recommending to both Family members & to friends . #NetGalley,#Goodreads,#FB,#Instagram, #Amazon.co.uk,#Waterstones, #
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