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The Point of No Return
'Tense, fast-moving and bloody. Broadfoot's best yet' Mason Cross
'A true rising star of crime fiction' Ian Rankin
'Beautifully crafted . . . There's no filler, no exposition, just action, dialogue and layering of t ension that'll hold you breathless until the very end' Helen Fields
How far would you go to find the truth?
After more than a decade of being in prison for the brutal murder two Stirling University students, Colin Sanderson has been released after his conviction was found to be unsafe.
Returning home to a small village not far from Stirling, Sanderson refuses police protection, even in the face of a death threat. But the PR firm that has scooped him up to sell his story does know of a protection expert in Stirling. They want Connor Fraser.
Connor reluctantly takes the assignment, partly as a favour to DCI Malcolm Ford, who is none too keen to have Sanderson on the loose, particularly as he was involved in the original investigation that saw him imprisoned.
When a body is found, mutilated in the same way as Sanderson's victims were, all eyes fall on the released man. But how can he be the killer when Connor's own security detail gives him an alibi?
As Connor races to uncover the truth, he is forced to confront not only Sanderson's past but his own, and a secret that could change his life forever.
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Praise for Neil
'Wonderfully grisly and grim, and a cracking pace' James Oswald
'A frantic, pacy read with a compelling hero' Steve Cavanagh
'Broadfoot is here, and he's ready to sit at the table with some of the finest crime writers Scottish fiction has to offer' Russel D. McLean
'Crisp dialogue, characters you believe and a prose style that brings you back for more . . . a fine addition to a growing roster of noir titles with a tartan tinge' Douglas Skelton
'This is Broadfoot's best to date, a thriller that delivers the energetic, breathlessly paceyand keeping you guessing till the end' Craig Russell
'Neil Broadfoot hits the ground running and doesn't stop. With the very beating heart of Scotland at its core, your heart too will race as you reach the jaw dropping conclusion of this brilliant thriller. First class!' Denil Meyrick
'A deliciously twisty thriller that never lets up the pace. Thrills, spills, chills and kills' Donna Moore
'An explosive, gripping page-turner with dark and utterly twisted murders. Simply brilliant!' Danielle Ramsay
'An atmospheric, twisty and explosive start to a new series by one of the masters of Scottish fiction. Get your wee mitts on it' Angela Clarke
'No Man's Land is a stunning, fast-paced, multi-layered thriller. Disturbing political unrest and psychological horror written with great confidence by Neil Broadfoot, who has one hand on Ian Rankin's crown as the king of Scottish crime' Michael Wood
'[A] gritty and fast-moving tale of shifting loyalties set against the backdrop of Scottish and Irish politics' Nick Quantrill
'Definitely a must read for all lovers of Tartan or anyone else who simply wants to enjoy a compelling tale' Undiscovered Scotland
'A true rising star of crime fiction' Ian Rankin
'Beautifully crafted . . . There's no filler, no exposition, just action, dialogue and layering of t ension that'll hold you breathless until the very end' Helen Fields
How far would you go to find the truth?
After more than a decade of being in prison for the brutal murder two Stirling University students, Colin Sanderson has been released after his conviction was found to be unsafe.
Returning home to a small village not far from Stirling, Sanderson refuses police protection, even in the face of a death threat. But the PR firm that has scooped him up to sell his story does know of a protection expert in Stirling. They want Connor Fraser.
Connor reluctantly takes the assignment, partly as a favour to DCI Malcolm Ford, who is none too keen to have Sanderson on the loose, particularly as he was involved in the original investigation that saw him imprisoned.
When a body is found, mutilated in the same way as Sanderson's victims were, all eyes fall on the released man. But how can he be the killer when Connor's own security detail gives him an alibi?
As Connor races to uncover the truth, he is forced to confront not only Sanderson's past but his own, and a secret that could change his life forever.
-----
Praise for Neil
'Wonderfully grisly and grim, and a cracking pace' James Oswald
'A frantic, pacy read with a compelling hero' Steve Cavanagh
'Broadfoot is here, and he's ready to sit at the table with some of the finest crime writers Scottish fiction has to offer' Russel D. McLean
'Crisp dialogue, characters you believe and a prose style that brings you back for more . . . a fine addition to a growing roster of noir titles with a tartan tinge' Douglas Skelton
'This is Broadfoot's best to date, a thriller that delivers the energetic, breathlessly paceyand keeping you guessing till the end' Craig Russell
'Neil Broadfoot hits the ground running and doesn't stop. With the very beating heart of Scotland at its core, your heart too will race as you reach the jaw dropping conclusion of this brilliant thriller. First class!' Denil Meyrick
'A deliciously twisty thriller that never lets up the pace. Thrills, spills, chills and kills' Donna Moore
'An explosive, gripping page-turner with dark and utterly twisted murders. Simply brilliant!' Danielle Ramsay
'An atmospheric, twisty and explosive start to a new series by one of the masters of Scottish fiction. Get your wee mitts on it' Angela Clarke
'No Man's Land is a stunning, fast-paced, multi-layered thriller. Disturbing political unrest and psychological horror written with great confidence by Neil Broadfoot, who has one hand on Ian Rankin's crown as the king of Scottish crime' Michael Wood
'[A] gritty and fast-moving tale of shifting loyalties set against the backdrop of Scottish and Irish politics' Nick Quantrill
'Definitely a must read for all lovers of Tartan or anyone else who simply wants to enjoy a compelling tale' Undiscovered Scotland
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Published January 25, 2022
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Neil Broadfoot
23 books47 followersNeil Broadfoot worked as a journalist for fifteen years at both national and local newspapers, covering some of the biggest stories of the day. A poacher turned gamekeeper, he has since moved into communications: providing media relations advice for a variety of organisations, from Strathclyde Fire & Rescue Service to high profile sporting clubs in Scotland. He’s now working as a communications officer for the Scottish Government.
Neil is married to Fiona and a father to two girls, meaning he’s completely outnumbered in his own home. He lives in Dunfermline, the setting for his first job as a local reporter.
Neil is married to Fiona and a father to two girls, meaning he’s completely outnumbered in his own home. He lives in Dunfermline, the setting for his first job as a local reporter.
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March 8, 2021
This is the third in Neil Broadfoot's Stirling based Scottish crime series featuring ex-police officer security consultant, Connor Fraser, a director of Sentinel Securities. 14 years ago, Colin Sanderson was convicted of the notoriously brutal heinous murders of 2 Stirling University students, Rhona Everett and Jessica Kristen. His high profile defence lawyer, Carl 'Lazarus' Layton, has managed to get him acquitted in the appeal court, a result that makes media headlines. DCI Malcolm Ford, a junior officer on the original murder inquiry under DCI Dennis Morgan, manages to get Frontline PR, representing Sanderson who is planning to write about the injustice of his experience, to appoint Connor to take care of his security, Sanderson is receiving some worrying death threats. Ford is absolutely certain Sanderson is guilty, and will kill again, and wants Connor to watch him closely.
Single mother and ambitious Sky reporter Donna Blake will still do anything to further her career, and doesn't think twice when she is offered an exclusive interview with Sanderson, and tempted by the prospect of being offered the opportunity to ghost write his highly anticipated book. She is still being nagged by her mother to spend more time with her young son, Andrew, and find a more suitable post that will not bring the dangers she has experienced in the past. Once again, Connor, Donna and Malcolm find themselves working together as another young woman is found dead at Stirling University's golf course with a similar MO to Sanderson's original victims. Interspersed in the narrative is the serial killer's thoughts, plans and perspective. Connor becomes suspicious when he sees Paulie hanging in the shadows watching Sanderson, what involvement might Duncan MacKenzie, his girlfriend Jen's father, have?
Broadfoot writes a fast paced, tense and suspenseful crime story, full of twists and turns, with Connor and Donna finding themselves in grave danger as they try to ascertain whether Sanderson is innocent or a serial killer. In addition, Connor finds himself curious about an old report card of his father, Jack, that doesn't make sense, and which leads him to uncover some unpalatable family secrets. All three central characters face potential change in their lives by the end of the book, which has me keenly anticipating the next addition to the series to see which direction the author takes it. Many thanks to Little, Brown for an ARC.
Single mother and ambitious Sky reporter Donna Blake will still do anything to further her career, and doesn't think twice when she is offered an exclusive interview with Sanderson, and tempted by the prospect of being offered the opportunity to ghost write his highly anticipated book. She is still being nagged by her mother to spend more time with her young son, Andrew, and find a more suitable post that will not bring the dangers she has experienced in the past. Once again, Connor, Donna and Malcolm find themselves working together as another young woman is found dead at Stirling University's golf course with a similar MO to Sanderson's original victims. Interspersed in the narrative is the serial killer's thoughts, plans and perspective. Connor becomes suspicious when he sees Paulie hanging in the shadows watching Sanderson, what involvement might Duncan MacKenzie, his girlfriend Jen's father, have?
Broadfoot writes a fast paced, tense and suspenseful crime story, full of twists and turns, with Connor and Donna finding themselves in grave danger as they try to ascertain whether Sanderson is innocent or a serial killer. In addition, Connor finds himself curious about an old report card of his father, Jack, that doesn't make sense, and which leads him to uncover some unpalatable family secrets. All three central characters face potential change in their lives by the end of the book, which has me keenly anticipating the next addition to the series to see which direction the author takes it. Many thanks to Little, Brown for an ARC.
March 21, 2021
After reading about this book here on GR I was very happy to be granted my very own review copy. And although I’m a fan of Scottish crime series, after reading this book I did not feel the urge to hasten myself to the (virtual) bookstore for more books in the series.
It is absolutely worth more than three stars but I felt that for me it was only worth three because it didn’t gave me the thrill I was expecting. From the first pages on any experienced reader will feel that Colin Sanderson, after being in prison for 14 years, is not let out on a technicality alone. But as soon as a girl is found, murdered in the same way as Sanderson’s two alleged victims, the reader knows we are in for a ride. Sadly, not so much a thrill ride.
First of all there were too many characters in this book that were equally important. We have of course Colin Sanderson, but we also have his dad. We have Connor Fraser, the PI who reluctantly agrees to protect Colin Sanderson after he’s received some death threats. But we also have Jack, Connor’s father, we have Connor’s nan and we even have his grandfather and not to forget his girlfriend Jen. Jen is the daughter of another key figure in the story, and with that key figure comes Paulie, who apparently is also somebody who we met in earlier stories. We have Donna Blake, her son, her parents and even her dead lover still plays a role. We have DCI Malcom Ford and DCI Dennis Morgan and a whole other lot of policemen, in every rank. We have more characters that I cannot name here because of spoilers, but all in all we’re talking about some 15 people that fill the pages of this book. They are interacting with each other in different circumstances and we also read a lot about what drives them and what happened in earlier books. Furthermore they sometimes call each other by their first names, sometimes their last names, sometimes by their rank. We do get information about things that happened in earlier books, but it is either just not enough or just a little too much.
It is just too much. For me anyway. It is not that I didn’t enjoy the book. It’s just that I had hoped for something more to my liking.
Thanks to Netgalley for this digital review copy.
It is absolutely worth more than three stars but I felt that for me it was only worth three because it didn’t gave me the thrill I was expecting. From the first pages on any experienced reader will feel that Colin Sanderson, after being in prison for 14 years, is not let out on a technicality alone. But as soon as a girl is found, murdered in the same way as Sanderson’s two alleged victims, the reader knows we are in for a ride. Sadly, not so much a thrill ride.
First of all there were too many characters in this book that were equally important. We have of course Colin Sanderson, but we also have his dad. We have Connor Fraser, the PI who reluctantly agrees to protect Colin Sanderson after he’s received some death threats. But we also have Jack, Connor’s father, we have Connor’s nan and we even have his grandfather and not to forget his girlfriend Jen. Jen is the daughter of another key figure in the story, and with that key figure comes Paulie, who apparently is also somebody who we met in earlier stories. We have Donna Blake, her son, her parents and even her dead lover still plays a role. We have DCI Malcom Ford and DCI Dennis Morgan and a whole other lot of policemen, in every rank. We have more characters that I cannot name here because of spoilers, but all in all we’re talking about some 15 people that fill the pages of this book. They are interacting with each other in different circumstances and we also read a lot about what drives them and what happened in earlier books. Furthermore they sometimes call each other by their first names, sometimes their last names, sometimes by their rank. We do get information about things that happened in earlier books, but it is either just not enough or just a little too much.
It is just too much. For me anyway. It is not that I didn’t enjoy the book. It’s just that I had hoped for something more to my liking.
Thanks to Netgalley for this digital review copy.
February 25, 2021
I would like to thank Netgalley and Little, Brown Book Group UK for a review copy of The Point of No Return, the third novel to feature private security expert Connor Fraser.
After 14 years in jail for the murder of two students at the University of Stirling Colin Sanderson’s conviction is deemed unsafe and he’s released. Connor’s company is contracted to provide security after Sanderson refuses police protection and Donna Blake is offered an exclusive interview with him. DCI Ford, part of the original investigative team, asks Connor to keep an eye on Sanderson for him. When another woman is found dead in the same way all bets are off.
I thoroughly enjoyed The Point of No Return which is an exciting read with plenty of twists and turns. The novel is told from various points of view, notably Connor, Donna and DCI Ford, and also includes the unnamed killer voicing his thoughts and intentions or should that be aspirations? It all ratchets up the tension and suspense. Is Sanderson the killer or was he framed? I couldn’t tell before the reveal, so I was hooked from the start and continued to be so until the conclusion, which dumbfounded me with its surprising ingenuity.
The plot is quite complicated, not in the basic premise, which is simply the hunt for a serial killer, but in the interconnecting characters, motives and secrets. There is a reveal about these in every chapter which makes the novel fast moving and addictive. Add to this heady mix the fact that Connor’s father and grandmother are hiding a family secret and it was hard for this nosy reader to put the book down.
I’m always a sucker for books set in Scotland, the familiarity of the known, I suppose, but I don’t know Stirling so I didn’t get much of a sense of place and I didn’t feel that the dialogue was particularly local either. I don’t expect tartan and heather but a wee bit more Scottishness wouldn’t have gone amiss.
The characters of Connor, Donna and DCI Ford are becoming old friends as the series progresses although there are hints in the novel that change might be in the offing for all three of them. I wouldn’t want to lose any of them but it would be interesting to see them in different roles.
The Point of No Return is a good read that I have no hesitation in recommending.
After 14 years in jail for the murder of two students at the University of Stirling Colin Sanderson’s conviction is deemed unsafe and he’s released. Connor’s company is contracted to provide security after Sanderson refuses police protection and Donna Blake is offered an exclusive interview with him. DCI Ford, part of the original investigative team, asks Connor to keep an eye on Sanderson for him. When another woman is found dead in the same way all bets are off.
I thoroughly enjoyed The Point of No Return which is an exciting read with plenty of twists and turns. The novel is told from various points of view, notably Connor, Donna and DCI Ford, and also includes the unnamed killer voicing his thoughts and intentions or should that be aspirations? It all ratchets up the tension and suspense. Is Sanderson the killer or was he framed? I couldn’t tell before the reveal, so I was hooked from the start and continued to be so until the conclusion, which dumbfounded me with its surprising ingenuity.
The plot is quite complicated, not in the basic premise, which is simply the hunt for a serial killer, but in the interconnecting characters, motives and secrets. There is a reveal about these in every chapter which makes the novel fast moving and addictive. Add to this heady mix the fact that Connor’s father and grandmother are hiding a family secret and it was hard for this nosy reader to put the book down.
I’m always a sucker for books set in Scotland, the familiarity of the known, I suppose, but I don’t know Stirling so I didn’t get much of a sense of place and I didn’t feel that the dialogue was particularly local either. I don’t expect tartan and heather but a wee bit more Scottishness wouldn’t have gone amiss.
The characters of Connor, Donna and DCI Ford are becoming old friends as the series progresses although there are hints in the novel that change might be in the offing for all three of them. I wouldn’t want to lose any of them but it would be interesting to see them in different roles.
The Point of No Return is a good read that I have no hesitation in recommending.
September 3, 2020
Colin Sanderson has been released from prison, his life sentence for the murders of two young women 14 years ago quashed. He returns to live with his father just a few miles away from the murder scenes in Stirling – and Connor Fraser is hired by the PR firm handling Sanderson’s book deal to provide security after threats are made. Connor is less than keen on the assignment, but DCI Malcolm Ford – who was on the fringes of the original investigation – persuades him; he needs someone he can trust to watch Sanderson.
The person being approached to ghost-write Sanderson’s book, and getting exclusive access to him for an in-depth TV interview, is Donna Blake. And while Sanderson makes it clear to Connor he doesn’t want the babysitting service, he does want to put his side of the story out with Donna’s help. Meanwhile, Duncan MacKenzie – the slightly shady businessman father of Connor’s girlfriend, Jen (who is lovely, but under-used) – is also taking an interest in Sanderson’s return, which means his “pet sociopath” Paulie (who is scarily hilarious) is flexing his muscles in the shadows too.
Then all hell breaks loose as a young woman’s body is found in Stirling, with a familiar, horrific pattern of wounds…
The pace never drops as Connor, DCI Ford and Donna work their way inexorably to the truth. The final section is particularly action-packed, with Broadfoot’s now-trademark bare knuckle violence employed unflinchingly. The only option is to strap in and enjoy the ride (warning: if you don’t like violence or swearing, this may not be the series for you!).
At the end the case is all wrapped up – but there are loose ends and possible new horizons being hinted at for our main characters, who are gaining depth and complexity as the series builds, which is always satisfying for the reader. You don't need to have read No Man's Land and No Place To Die before diving in to The Point Of No Return, but I suspect you'll want to go back and see where it all started.
The person being approached to ghost-write Sanderson’s book, and getting exclusive access to him for an in-depth TV interview, is Donna Blake. And while Sanderson makes it clear to Connor he doesn’t want the babysitting service, he does want to put his side of the story out with Donna’s help. Meanwhile, Duncan MacKenzie – the slightly shady businessman father of Connor’s girlfriend, Jen (who is lovely, but under-used) – is also taking an interest in Sanderson’s return, which means his “pet sociopath” Paulie (who is scarily hilarious) is flexing his muscles in the shadows too.
Then all hell breaks loose as a young woman’s body is found in Stirling, with a familiar, horrific pattern of wounds…
The pace never drops as Connor, DCI Ford and Donna work their way inexorably to the truth. The final section is particularly action-packed, with Broadfoot’s now-trademark bare knuckle violence employed unflinchingly. The only option is to strap in and enjoy the ride (warning: if you don’t like violence or swearing, this may not be the series for you!).
At the end the case is all wrapped up – but there are loose ends and possible new horizons being hinted at for our main characters, who are gaining depth and complexity as the series builds, which is always satisfying for the reader. You don't need to have read No Man's Land and No Place To Die before diving in to The Point Of No Return, but I suspect you'll want to go back and see where it all started.
June 29, 2024
More 3.5 than 3. A good, fast read with too many characters and a spaghetti of plot lines. The ending wasn't a huge surprise but was satisfying enough. Main character didn't engage me and didn't seem to be what it said on the tin. Would I read another? Yes, if I got it for free.
April 1, 2021
Woohoo, Connor Fraser is back! I love this series. The Point of No Return works perfectly as a standalone so don't let not having read the others put you off reading this one. But I always think with a series that you get a richer reading experience if you start at the beginning. And the previous two are well worth checking out!
Connor Fraser is not too enamoured with his latest security job - providing protection for a newly released, acquitted prisoner who doesn't really want any security. But Connor accepts the job at the request of DCI Ford, with whom he has worked before and who is a man he respects. Also Fraser's friend, journalist Donna Blake, will be interviewing the newly released Sanderson so he'll be able to keep a protective eye on her, when she'll let him! A new murder casts suspicion once again on Sanderson but could it really be him? Meanwhile, Connor's having a few difficulties of his own.
I love Connor Fraser. For me, he's Stirling's answer to James Bond but without the gadgets or string of women. He's an action man - handsome, fit, lean and alert. The kind of guy that women want and men want to be - in my head anyway! He struggles to relax though and, in top of work, he's got a few things on his mind. I love his tender relationship with his grandmother.
It was great to see Donna back too. She's great - feisty, fierce (although maybe not as much as she things she is), determined, and always after the next big story, willing to put herself into the occasional risky situation to get it. Her friendship with Blake is brilliant - they've been through some stuff together, they like and respect one another, but can each be frustrated by the other.
I must mention Paulie too, because he might well be my favourite character! He always makes me think of Luca Brasi!
The storyline sees Fraser, Blake, and the police, looking at older crimes for links with a present day one and finding that things move in very unexpected directions. A subplot sees Connor looking for a different, more personal kind of truth. The book is action packed from the get go and it really doesn't let up. Broadfoot doesn't waste words, every one counts, and this helps keep up the tension that runs throughout. As do the chapters presented in the first person from an anonymous point of view - they're pretty creepy. I couldn't turn the pages fast enough! There is a touch of humour throughout - loved Donna's description of the Scottish Parliament building '...like some kind of demented love child of Ikea and B&Q.' And we get to visit some of Stirling's landmarks.
The Point of No Return is a brilliant, tense, action packed crime thriller that hurtles along from beginning to end. The scene setting and characterisation are spot on. It's about misjudgements, love, loyalty, obsession and murder. And it's a story about fathers and sons. Loved it and wholeheartedly recommend it.
Connor Fraser is not too enamoured with his latest security job - providing protection for a newly released, acquitted prisoner who doesn't really want any security. But Connor accepts the job at the request of DCI Ford, with whom he has worked before and who is a man he respects. Also Fraser's friend, journalist Donna Blake, will be interviewing the newly released Sanderson so he'll be able to keep a protective eye on her, when she'll let him! A new murder casts suspicion once again on Sanderson but could it really be him? Meanwhile, Connor's having a few difficulties of his own.
I love Connor Fraser. For me, he's Stirling's answer to James Bond but without the gadgets or string of women. He's an action man - handsome, fit, lean and alert. The kind of guy that women want and men want to be - in my head anyway! He struggles to relax though and, in top of work, he's got a few things on his mind. I love his tender relationship with his grandmother.
It was great to see Donna back too. She's great - feisty, fierce (although maybe not as much as she things she is), determined, and always after the next big story, willing to put herself into the occasional risky situation to get it. Her friendship with Blake is brilliant - they've been through some stuff together, they like and respect one another, but can each be frustrated by the other.
I must mention Paulie too, because he might well be my favourite character! He always makes me think of Luca Brasi!
The storyline sees Fraser, Blake, and the police, looking at older crimes for links with a present day one and finding that things move in very unexpected directions. A subplot sees Connor looking for a different, more personal kind of truth. The book is action packed from the get go and it really doesn't let up. Broadfoot doesn't waste words, every one counts, and this helps keep up the tension that runs throughout. As do the chapters presented in the first person from an anonymous point of view - they're pretty creepy. I couldn't turn the pages fast enough! There is a touch of humour throughout - loved Donna's description of the Scottish Parliament building '...like some kind of demented love child of Ikea and B&Q.' And we get to visit some of Stirling's landmarks.
The Point of No Return is a brilliant, tense, action packed crime thriller that hurtles along from beginning to end. The scene setting and characterisation are spot on. It's about misjudgements, love, loyalty, obsession and murder. And it's a story about fathers and sons. Loved it and wholeheartedly recommend it.
June 25, 2021
I hadn't read this series before so was curious to see what it was like. Great story, good characters. My only issue was that I got tired of the main character struggling to keep his rage under control. I get it, he knew he had a short fuse and he didn't want to be that kind of person. The first time, it was aligned with the character. The second time, well, you have to give him leeway, he does deal with some pretty bad situations. But by the third time, it was getting a bit tiresome. Probably wouldn't annoy most people, I am just a bit over the anguished cop or now, anguished private detective. But definitely worth a read. I did like the main character just not the continual struggle for control of his temper.
October 29, 2025
Third in a series but the first I’ve read and not reading the previous titles didn’t diminish my enjoyment of this one. Scottish crime featuring ex-police officer, now security consultant, Connor Fraser whose latest job involves providing protection for Colin Sanderson who has spent 14 years in prison for the brutal murder of two young university students. His conviction now quashed on a technicality. Sanderson is intent on making the most of his notoriety and convincing the public of his wrongful arrest by participating in one-on-one interviews with local go-getter journalist Donna Blake with the prospect of a lucrative book deal in the offing. But when another gruesome murder is committed with all the trademark details of the earlier crimes, Sanderson once again becomes a prime suspect. With the detectives who investigated and convicted him for the earlier murders still humiliated by his release, they are determined to nail him this time. But many twists and turns are thrown up, revealing that all is not what it seems. A gripping and gritty thriller, fast paced and with a cast of interesting characters.
April 4, 2021
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Well, I thoroughly enjoyed that ... it just kept giving!!
Apparently this is the third in the series but I had absolutely no idea and it definitely didn't take anything away from my enjoyment of this book, if anything, it has made me want to read the others all the more.
This book is full of twists, turns and action with excellent characters and written at a good pace. The plot is intricate but easy to follow and the back story of Connor's past is an interesting addition that gives him more depth.
If you enjoy action-packed, crime thrillers that keep you guessing, then I would have no hesitation in recommending this.
Many thanks to Constable, Little, Brown Book Group UK and NetGalley for my copy in return for an honest, unbiased and unedited review.
Well, I thoroughly enjoyed that ... it just kept giving!!
Apparently this is the third in the series but I had absolutely no idea and it definitely didn't take anything away from my enjoyment of this book, if anything, it has made me want to read the others all the more.
This book is full of twists, turns and action with excellent characters and written at a good pace. The plot is intricate but easy to follow and the back story of Connor's past is an interesting addition that gives him more depth.
If you enjoy action-packed, crime thrillers that keep you guessing, then I would have no hesitation in recommending this.
Many thanks to Constable, Little, Brown Book Group UK and NetGalley for my copy in return for an honest, unbiased and unedited review.
March 14, 2021
Never having read anything by Neil Broadfoot before, but I thought the blurb sounded interesting, so decided to give it a try.
The first couple of pages didn’t grab my attention, a bad thing for any book, but I decided to persevere and was thankful that I did as the book developed into an excellent read..
Due to temporary library closure and being given a Kindle, new authors have come thick and fast and Neil Broadfoot is up there with the best of those new authors that I have discovered.. Needless to say I will be reading more of his books.
Recommend.
The first couple of pages didn’t grab my attention, a bad thing for any book, but I decided to persevere and was thankful that I did as the book developed into an excellent read..
Due to temporary library closure and being given a Kindle, new authors have come thick and fast and Neil Broadfoot is up there with the best of those new authors that I have discovered.. Needless to say I will be reading more of his books.
Recommend.
March 27, 2021
This is a really good series to feature Connor Fraser, ex police officer and now working in security. The third book sees Connor detailed to protect a murderer, released from jail on acquittal. It's a complex and action packed read right from the beginning. I loved the character development and the setting but, if you don't like violence and swearing, you might not enjoy this book. The ending tied everything up, there are plenty twists and it can be read as a stand alone. Overall, a thrilling read which I would recommend. Thanks to Net Galley for my ARC.
March 30, 2025
I read and enjoyed "No man's land" in 2019 so I am not sure why it took me so long to try another book in this series (seven books so far).
Set mainly in Stirling the main character, Connor Fraser, is an ex-policeman now working in close protection. When a man who had been in prison for murder gets freed on appeal he plans to write a book and Connor is hired by the publishing company to protect him as many people believe he was a killer who was released on a technicality. When another young woman is murdered feelings run high. It's a bit far-fetched but it is an exciting read.
Set mainly in Stirling the main character, Connor Fraser, is an ex-policeman now working in close protection. When a man who had been in prison for murder gets freed on appeal he plans to write a book and Connor is hired by the publishing company to protect him as many people believe he was a killer who was released on a technicality. When another young woman is murdered feelings run high. It's a bit far-fetched but it is an exciting read.
April 8, 2021
A gripping and gritty thriller, fast paced and with a cast of interesting characters.
It's the third in a series but it can be read as a standalone.
Connor is an interesting character and his story added depth to the character.
Good character and plot development, it kept me hooked and I found it entertaining and gripping.
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine
It's the third in a series but it can be read as a standalone.
Connor is an interesting character and his story added depth to the character.
Good character and plot development, it kept me hooked and I found it entertaining and gripping.
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine
February 19, 2021
Superb!
Great to see the return of Connor and the rest of the characters from previous books.
The book starts with the release of a killer after 14 years who was acquitted on a technicality. Would he kill again?
It races along with quite a few twists and turns and leaves us feeling there is more to come!
Fab read and would thoroughly recommend.
Great to see the return of Connor and the rest of the characters from previous books.
The book starts with the release of a killer after 14 years who was acquitted on a technicality. Would he kill again?
It races along with quite a few twists and turns and leaves us feeling there is more to come!
Fab read and would thoroughly recommend.
November 9, 2020
Outstanding - the best thriller I've read this year.
December 3, 2024
Good storyline typical filthy language but to anyone who grew up in Glasgow its was the norn then.
Time to see what happens next...
Time to see what happens next...
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