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DCI Harry Grimm #7
Blood Sport
Some games have teeth.
When the bloody remains of a missing gamekeeper’s dog are discovered on the moors, it soon becomes clear to DCI Harry Grimm and his team that this was no wild animal attack.
Thrust into the violent, money-driven world of illegal dog fighting, and with the worst humanity has to offer seemingly always one step ahead, Harry’s need for justice, and his own fragile self-control, will be tested to the limit.
Some people will do anything for money.
And one detective will do anything to stop them.
When the bloody remains of a missing gamekeeper’s dog are discovered on the moors, it soon becomes clear to DCI Harry Grimm and his team that this was no wild animal attack.
Thrust into the violent, money-driven world of illegal dog fighting, and with the worst humanity has to offer seemingly always one step ahead, Harry’s need for justice, and his own fragile self-control, will be tested to the limit.
Some people will do anything for money.
And one detective will do anything to stop them.
338 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 30, 2021
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November 25, 2021
Animal Cruelty
This is another great Yorkshire Murder Mystery but this one focuses on illegal dog fights and the harm done to dogs fighting for their lives. We learn more about Harry and his team members. The focus of the Harry Grimm mysteries are the interrelationships between the staff as mysteries are solved. I find that it makes the mysteries interesting and hard to put down once you start reading the book. David Hayward hasn't lost his touch. This book is just as good as the previous ones if not better, which is saying a lot. I'm recommending that you read all 7 books in the series not just this one.
This is another great Yorkshire Murder Mystery but this one focuses on illegal dog fights and the harm done to dogs fighting for their lives. We learn more about Harry and his team members. The focus of the Harry Grimm mysteries are the interrelationships between the staff as mysteries are solved. I find that it makes the mysteries interesting and hard to put down once you start reading the book. David Hayward hasn't lost his touch. This book is just as good as the previous ones if not better, which is saying a lot. I'm recommending that you read all 7 books in the series not just this one.
October 6, 2021
Another great read
I chose this rating because like all the other books in the series, this is a fantastically good read. Once again Harry is amongst the low life and taking them down. If you like the other books in this series I know you'll like this one. Harry is such a great character and he has really made it in the Dale's. I don't know much about the area these books are written about, I live in the South East on the coast, but the author really brings it to life. Roll on the next book
I chose this rating because like all the other books in the series, this is a fantastically good read. Once again Harry is amongst the low life and taking them down. If you like the other books in this series I know you'll like this one. Harry is such a great character and he has really made it in the Dale's. I don't know much about the area these books are written about, I live in the South East on the coast, but the author really brings it to life. Roll on the next book
October 13, 2021
Blood Sport : A Yorkshire Murder Mystery ( DCI Harry Grimm Thrillers 7 )
Blood Sport by David J Gatward is book 7 in the DCI Harry Grimm series and each book, whilst having its own storyline, just gets better. They are a really good read, with excellent characters and the scenery is terrific.
Highly recommended
Blood Sport by David J Gatward is book 7 in the DCI Harry Grimm series and each book, whilst having its own storyline, just gets better. They are a really good read, with excellent characters and the scenery is terrific.
Highly recommended
June 29, 2022
Loved it ! Outstanding series! Each one way better than the last ! Harry Grimm would be a great TV series !
October 14, 2022
DCI Harry Grimm is now the permanent DCI for their small community, and he feels he’s finally settling right in. So, when a friend and local calls Harry in the middle of the night, upset at finding blood and the signs of a fight he’s not worried about the lack of sleep. Only all indications of the crime scene indicate there’s a ring of dog fighters and Harry knows too well how insidious – and dangerous – such criminals and actions can be. Will they be able to stop things before they get out of hand?
I’ve been really enjoying this series and found this book to be a solid addition to it. While there’s quite a few smaller plots that are linked in to this dog-fighting ring I feel readers who haven’t read any of the previous stories should be able to follow along quite well without any problems. Those of us who have read the previous installments however should be very happy – I was thrilled that quite a few of the previously unsolved issues got cleaned up in this book and felt quite satisfied with how those plot-arcs were resolved.
There is a fair bit of character growth in a number of Harry’s team in this book and I found it overall a really well written and interesting book. I was pleased to see this progress and feel it will likely make a lot of other readers happy too. I was glad the animal scenes weren’t too gritty and there was no titillation in these scenes – no graphic descriptions of abuse or cruelty to animals and indeed I was very pleased that the police are shown as taking this kind of cruelty and criminality every bit as seriously as abuse and damage to humans.
Readers looking for a country feel but still strongly police procedural and mystery solving story should absolutely try this series. Personally, I feel the books are better read in order, but I think they can be read out of order and still enjoyed.
I’ve been really enjoying this series and found this book to be a solid addition to it. While there’s quite a few smaller plots that are linked in to this dog-fighting ring I feel readers who haven’t read any of the previous stories should be able to follow along quite well without any problems. Those of us who have read the previous installments however should be very happy – I was thrilled that quite a few of the previously unsolved issues got cleaned up in this book and felt quite satisfied with how those plot-arcs were resolved.
There is a fair bit of character growth in a number of Harry’s team in this book and I found it overall a really well written and interesting book. I was pleased to see this progress and feel it will likely make a lot of other readers happy too. I was glad the animal scenes weren’t too gritty and there was no titillation in these scenes – no graphic descriptions of abuse or cruelty to animals and indeed I was very pleased that the police are shown as taking this kind of cruelty and criminality every bit as seriously as abuse and damage to humans.
Readers looking for a country feel but still strongly police procedural and mystery solving story should absolutely try this series. Personally, I feel the books are better read in order, but I think they can be read out of order and still enjoyed.
November 29, 2021
Another thoroughly entertaining trip to Wensleydale and so far the best Harry Grimm novel. That's not only because David J. Gatward has gotten better at spinning a proper mystery, although there were some early pointers to who might be involved in this novel's criminal shenanigans, but also because the topic is quite unusual.
Without wanting to give too much away, Blood Sport deals with a sort of despicable criminal behaviour that isn't usually adressed in crime fiction, namely animal cruelty. You can tell that this is a topic that is important to the author and it certainly makes for an interesting diversion from the classic murder mystery stuff.
Once again, there is also that great sense of place that Gatward has always been good at coveying. On top of that, he focusses even more on some of the side characters than before, if you can even call them that anymore. We get POVs from several of Harry's team members as well as the usually rather grumpy pathologist who it turns out has more in common with Harry than both of them probably realise. The different viewpoints keep the series fresh and help to flesh out the characters so that we can really start connecting with them.
While some characters behave a bit stupid towards the end and some future plot points might already be guessed at, I'd say that Blood Sport is an improvement to the series on every level.
Without wanting to give too much away, Blood Sport deals with a sort of despicable criminal behaviour that isn't usually adressed in crime fiction, namely animal cruelty. You can tell that this is a topic that is important to the author and it certainly makes for an interesting diversion from the classic murder mystery stuff.
Once again, there is also that great sense of place that Gatward has always been good at coveying. On top of that, he focusses even more on some of the side characters than before, if you can even call them that anymore. We get POVs from several of Harry's team members as well as the usually rather grumpy pathologist who it turns out has more in common with Harry than both of them probably realise. The different viewpoints keep the series fresh and help to flesh out the characters so that we can really start connecting with them.
While some characters behave a bit stupid towards the end and some future plot points might already be guessed at, I'd say that Blood Sport is an improvement to the series on every level.
March 29, 2024
Blood Sport is book seven in the DCI Harry Grimm Crime Thrillers series by David J. Gatward. DCI Harry Grimm was called to a crime scene by a friend in the middle of the night. DCI Harry Grimm did not know what to expect. However, on arrival, he revealed that someone was organising dog fights in his beautiful Dales. DCI Harry Grimm and his team started investigating and got more than he bargained for. The readers of Blood Sports will continue to follow DCI Harry Grimm and his team to discover what happens.
I enjoy reading books in this series, and Blood Sport did not disappoint. I engaged with the story and the characters of this book from the first page. I love David J. Gatward's writing style and the way he portrays his characters and their interactions with each other throughout this book. Blood Sport is well-written and researched by David J. Gatward. I like David J. Gatward's description of the settings of Blood Sport, which allowed me to imagine being part of the book's plot.
The readers of Blood Sport will learn the meaning of necropsy and their role in finding out what killed the animal. Also, the readers of Blood Sport will understand the consequences of illegal puppy farms.
I recommend this book.
I enjoy reading books in this series, and Blood Sport did not disappoint. I engaged with the story and the characters of this book from the first page. I love David J. Gatward's writing style and the way he portrays his characters and their interactions with each other throughout this book. Blood Sport is well-written and researched by David J. Gatward. I like David J. Gatward's description of the settings of Blood Sport, which allowed me to imagine being part of the book's plot.
The readers of Blood Sport will learn the meaning of necropsy and their role in finding out what killed the animal. Also, the readers of Blood Sport will understand the consequences of illegal puppy farms.
I recommend this book.
March 28, 2024
A little flat but I still enjoyed the story mix of humour and hard police work, character development continues enhancing the sense of community moulding the stories of a lovely area of the uk. Was getting a little worried that the 'cake and cheese' would not be in the story, 2 thirds through there it was.
January 16, 2026
Brilliant
April 19, 2026
Book 7 - DCI Grimm Series
Grimm and the team are back with a sinister case of dogfighting which leads to more chaos in the Dales. Secondary plots link up well and the team are just lovely!
Grimm and the team are back with a sinister case of dogfighting which leads to more chaos in the Dales. Secondary plots link up well and the team are just lovely!
October 4, 2021
The best yet
This series just keeps getting better, I absolutely love it. The stories are always good and interwoven and the characters are just brilliant. The settings and the descriptive writing are wonderful, you really feel like you can smell the countryside. I couldn't put this book down, lots of twists and turns that kept you turning the pages. It looks like Grimm has truly settled in the Dales and even now has a dog and dare we hope that a new romance is brewing. I always feel at a loss when I've finished a book in this series and can't wait till the next one. Thank you for this fabulous series.
This series just keeps getting better, I absolutely love it. The stories are always good and interwoven and the characters are just brilliant. The settings and the descriptive writing are wonderful, you really feel like you can smell the countryside. I couldn't put this book down, lots of twists and turns that kept you turning the pages. It looks like Grimm has truly settled in the Dales and even now has a dog and dare we hope that a new romance is brewing. I always feel at a loss when I've finished a book in this series and can't wait till the next one. Thank you for this fabulous series.
July 15, 2024
Wonderful writer
Mr. Hayward definitely loves the dales, & his writing is a labor of love, fortunately for us, the readers, by a gifted writer! It's all perfection , from the character development to the storyline..... I'm just grateful that I stumbled across the first book of the series. Now I'm hooked!
Mr. Hayward definitely loves the dales, & his writing is a labor of love, fortunately for us, the readers, by a gifted writer! It's all perfection , from the character development to the storyline..... I'm just grateful that I stumbled across the first book of the series. Now I'm hooked!
July 9, 2023
Love this series. Addicted!
February 10, 2023
I love Red Tailed Squirrels!
Another fabulous read. So many twisty bits going on you didn’t know who was doing what! I love how each books brings in bits and bobs from past books. Not like some authors that write everything about everyone from other books taking much time away from the current story. David also adds in new bits as we get to know the crew. It was great bringing Rebecca out into the story. I like her character.
Mr. and Mrs. Sewell moving to the Dales but not wanting any wildlife on their property is hilarious. When a sheep ends up in their upstairs bathroom drinking from the toilet I was dying of laughter!
I love the humor that David adds into all his books. While they are serious crimes and sometimes gruesome murders, his way of adding humor and lightheartedness is fantastic. He also does a wonderful job with describing the Yorkshire Dales. I’ve never been but after reading this series it is definitely a place I want to visit.
Another fabulous read. So many twisty bits going on you didn’t know who was doing what! I love how each books brings in bits and bobs from past books. Not like some authors that write everything about everyone from other books taking much time away from the current story. David also adds in new bits as we get to know the crew. It was great bringing Rebecca out into the story. I like her character.
Mr. and Mrs. Sewell moving to the Dales but not wanting any wildlife on their property is hilarious. When a sheep ends up in their upstairs bathroom drinking from the toilet I was dying of laughter!
I love the humor that David adds into all his books. While they are serious crimes and sometimes gruesome murders, his way of adding humor and lightheartedness is fantastic. He also does a wonderful job with describing the Yorkshire Dales. I’ve never been but after reading this series it is definitely a place I want to visit.
January 10, 2026
Harry and the team investigate a possible dog fighting ring. Jim still feels guilty about his friend Neil and visits Neil's parents.
For a short bit we get a POV from Rebecca Sauerby. (Listened on audio, not sure of spelling)
I enjoyed the story and mystery. I felt it was easy to figure out who the culprit was, but finding out how all the pieces of the mystery fit together was a fun ride.
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For a short bit we get a POV from Rebecca Sauerby. (Listened on audio, not sure of spelling)
I enjoyed the story and mystery. I felt it was easy to figure out who the culprit was, but finding out how all the pieces of the mystery fit together was a fun ride.
X3
August 30, 2023
Smudge
My Thoughts:
I am a dog person. I love dogs! So, this book hits just a little bit too close to home!
Fly has a companion! Miss cutie pie Smudge!!
I whinged on a review of a previous book in this series that there was an element of predictability in the book. Well, here it is again. I saw who the perp was a mile away. However, I do not begrudge this series for this because it gave me hours of reading pleasure! It brought the rating of the plot a bit down, though.
Another thing, aren't police is supposed to be trained to notice signs and symptoms of abuse?! Because it is pretty obvious to me. Why can't PCSO Jim see it? I saw this "stupid" element before in previous books. Then it kinda faded away and I was happy with this series. However, here it is again... Let's just hope that it is not here to stay!
Obviously Aubrey Parsons was reading a slightly different manuscript to the ebook sold to me by amazon because the ebook and the audiobook didn't always match. Like on location 227 of 330 of the kindle ebook, the ebook reads "Anna" while I hear the narrator saying "Alice". The ebook was right by the way, because the vicar's name is Anna.
Quantitative Evaluation:
Story telling quality = 4.5
Character development = 4
Story itself = 4
Writing Style = 4
Ending = 4
World building = 4.5
Cover art = 4
Pace = (7 hrs and 52 mins listening time)
Plot = 3.5
Narration = 5
Character development = 4
Story itself = 4
Writing Style = 4
Ending = 4
World building = 4.5
Cover art = 4
Pace = (7 hrs and 52 mins listening time)
Plot = 3.5
Narration = 5
Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 cherries
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Az online sportfogadások nyüzsgő világában Magyarország úgy tűnik ki, mint az ország, amely egyre nagyobb érdeklődést mutat a sportesemények fogadásának különböző formái iránt. Ha többet szeretne megtudni Magyarország egyik legjobb online sportfogadási platformjáról, nézze meg a ez az oldal unibet sportfogadás . A technika fejlődésével jelentősen bővültek a magyar fogadók lehetőségei. A hagyományos sportfogadástól az újabb és innovatívabb formátumokig a magyar piac széles választékot kínál a sportnéző élményét izgalmassá tenni rajongóknak.
Magyarországon az egyik legelterjedtebb online sportfogadás az egyszerű meccseredmény fogadás. Itt a fogadóirodák egy adott sportesemény győztesét jósolják meg. Legyen szó futballról, kosárlabdáról vagy teniszről, a fogadásnak ez a klasszikus formája évtizedek óta alapvető fontosságú az iparágban. Egyszerű, de izgalmas módot biztosít az emberek számára, hogy kedvenc sportjaikat űzzék, és potenciálisan extra bevételre tegyenek szert.
Azok számára, akik dinamikusabb fogadási élményre vágynak, az élő fogadás óriási népszerűségre tett szert Magyarországon. Az élő fogadás lehetővé teszi a résztvevők számára, hogy a játék előrehaladtával valós időben fogadjanak. Ez a fogadási forma extra izgalmat ad, mivel az esélyek dinamikusan változnak attól függően, hogy mi történik a mérkőzés során. A magyar fogadók kihasználhatják ezt a funkciót, hogy megalapozott döntéseket hozzanak, és kihasználják a játékhelyzetek alakulását.
Az elmúlt években a fantasy sportok térnyerése felkeltette a helyi sportrajongók figyelmét. A fantasy sportfogadás lehetővé teszi a résztvevők számára, hogy valódi játékosokból virtuális csapatokat hozzanak létre, és a játékosok valós játékokban nyújtott statisztikai teljesítménye alapján versenyezzenek. Ez a formátum egyedülálló és stratégiai lehetőséget biztosít a rajongók számára, hogy kapcsolatba léphessenek kedvenc sportágaikkal és játékosaikkal, miközben próbára teszik csapatvezetési képességeiket.
Egy másik érdekes lehetőség a magyar online sportfogadási környezetben a kumulatív fogadás. Ez azt jelenti, hogy több külön fogadást egyetlen fogadássá egyesítenek, ami magasabb megtérülési lehetőséget kínál. Bár a kockázat minden választással növekszik, a sikeres stack fogadások jelentős nyereséghez vezethetnek. Ez a fogadási forma azoknak szól, akik szeretik a stratégiát, és hajlandók kiszámított kockázatot vállalni a nagy nyereményért.
Magyarországon az eSport fogadás a fiatalabbak körében is felkapott. Az esport vagy a kompetitív videojátékok globális jelenséggé váltak, és a magyar fogadók immáron kedvenc csapataikra és játékosaikra fogadhatnak az eSportban. Az eSport versenyek dinamikus és pörgős jellege modern csavart ad a hagyományos sportfogadásnak, és vonzza a rajongók új generációját.
Ezen túlmenően az ajánlattételi fogadások vagy az „arányos fogadások” lehetőséget kínálnak a magyar fogadóknak, hogy olyan konkrét kimenetelekre fogadjanak egy játékon belül, amelyek nem feltétlenül befolyásolják közvetlenül a végeredményt. Ezek a fogadások az első gólt szerző játékos előrejelzésétől a futballmérkőzésen szerzett szögletek számáig terjedhetnek. A Prop fogadások sokféle lehetőséget kínálnak azok számára, akik speciálisabb és szűkebb fogadási lehetőségeket keresnek.
Összefoglalva elmondható, hogy a magyarországi online sportfogadási szcéna sokféle lehetőséget kínál a fogadóknak a meccselőrejelzés időtlen vonzerejétől a vezető elektronikus sport fogadásig. Akár a halmozott fogadások stratégiai mélységét, akár az élő fogadás gyors iramú izgalmát részesíti előnyben, Magyarország sokszínű és folyamatosan fejlődő online sportfogadási területe minden sportrajongó számára tartogat valamit.
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December 21, 2023 Az online sportfogadás alapjai Magyarországon is
A digitális átalakulás és a technológiai fejlődés egyre növekvő világában az online sportfogadás a szórakoztató világ szerves részévé vált. Ha többet szeretne megtudni a különböző típusú online sportfogadásokról Magyarországon kattintson ide. A termálfürdők és a gazdag történelem hazájában, Magyarországon ez a szórakozási forma egyre több szenvedélyes sport- és szerencsejáték-rajongót vonz. A cikk megvizsgálja a magyarországi online fogadás főbb szempontjait, kitérve arra, hogy a jogszabályok hogyan szabályozzák az ilyen típusú szórakozást, valamint a híres sportolók szerepét ebben az összefüggésben.
Szabályozás és jogalkotás
Magyarországon az online szerencsejátékot külön törvények és rendeletek szabályozzák. Az Európai Unió más országaitól eltérően Magyarország a „zárt piac” modelljét alkalmazza. Ez azt jelenti, hogy csak engedéllyel rendelkező bukmékerek nyújthatnak szolgáltatásokat az ország területén.
A Nemzeti Szerencsejáték Felügyelet (Nemzeti Szerencsejáték Felügyelet) felelős az engedélyek kiadásáért és az üzemeltetők ellenőrzéséért. Biztosítja, hogy a fogadóirodák megfeleljenek minden biztonsági és felelősségteljes játékra vonatkozó követelménynek.
A magyar törvények szerint minden üzemeltetőnek rendelkeznie kell engedéllyel, és a jövedelme után adót kell fizetnie. A játékosok számára ez nagyobb biztonságot és alapjaik védelmét jelenti.
Híres sportolók és fogadások
Az online fogadás és a sport Magyarországon szorosan összefügg, és az ország híres sportolói közül számos inspiráló figura a rajongóknak. Ilyen hős Puskás Ferenc labdarúgó, aki nemcsak a világ futballjának legendája, hanem az egyik legnépszerűbb hazai sportfogadó oldal képviselője is.
A magyarországi labdarúgó-bajnokság nagyon sok fogadást vonz, különösen fontos mérkőzések és tornák idején. A szurkolók gyakran nem csak a mérkőzések kimenetelére kötnek fogadásokat, hanem kedvenc játékosaik egyéni eredményeire is.
Martina Hingis teniszező egy másik híres alak, aki felkelti a fogadóirodák figyelmét. Sikere és ambíciói izgalmat keltenek a teniszrajongók körében, és sokan úgy döntenek, hogy online fogadáson keresztül jósolnak.
Az online fogadás jövője Magyarországon
A technológia fejlődésével és a sport iránti érdeklődés növekedésével a hazai online fogadás tovább bővülni fog. Az érintettek és a kormányzati intézmények egy kiegyensúlyozott és fenntartható modell létrehozásán dolgoznak, amely mindenki számára szórakozást és biztonságot nyújt.
Az olyan újabb technológiák bevezetésével, mint az élő fogadás és a mobil platformok, az online fogadás igazi kalandmá vált a szenvedélyes sportrajongók számára. Mindazonáltal a felelős játék és a megfelelés kulcsfontosságú szerepe továbbra is a fenntartható és sikeres iparág megteremtésének középpontjában áll.
Összegzésként elmondható, hogy az online sportfogadás Magyarországon ötvözi a sportolás izgalmát a szerencsejáték elemeivel. A celebek sportolók tevékenységének szabályozásával és aktív szerepvállalásával ez a szórakozási forma az ország lakosságának kultúrájának, életmódjának elválaszthatatlan részévé válik. A jövőben azt várjuk, hogy az új technológiák és trendek hogyan alakítják és változtatják meg a magyarországi online fogadást, még elérhetőbbé és vonzóbbá téve a rajongók számára.
A digitális átalakulás és a technológiai fejlődés egyre növekvő világában az online sportfogadás a szórakoztató világ szerves részévé vált. Ha többet szeretne megtudni a különböző típusú online sportfogadásokról Magyarországon kattintson ide. A termálfürdők és a gazdag történelem hazájában, Magyarországon ez a szórakozási forma egyre több szenvedélyes sport- és szerencsejáték-rajongót vonz. A cikk megvizsgálja a magyarországi online fogadás főbb szempontjait, kitérve arra, hogy a jogszabályok hogyan szabályozzák az ilyen típusú szórakozást, valamint a híres sportolók szerepét ebben az összefüggésben.
Szabályozás és jogalkotás
Magyarországon az online szerencsejátékot külön törvények és rendeletek szabályozzák. Az Európai Unió más országaitól eltérően Magyarország a „zárt piac” modelljét alkalmazza. Ez azt jelenti, hogy csak engedéllyel rendelkező bukmékerek nyújthatnak szolgáltatásokat az ország területén.
A Nemzeti Szerencsejáték Felügyelet (Nemzeti Szerencsejáték Felügyelet) felelős az engedélyek kiadásáért és az üzemeltetők ellenőrzéséért. Biztosítja, hogy a fogadóirodák megfeleljenek minden biztonsági és felelősségteljes játékra vonatkozó követelménynek.
A magyar törvények szerint minden üzemeltetőnek rendelkeznie kell engedéllyel, és a jövedelme után adót kell fizetnie. A játékosok számára ez nagyobb biztonságot és alapjaik védelmét jelenti.
Híres sportolók és fogadások
Az online fogadás és a sport Magyarországon szorosan összefügg, és az ország híres sportolói közül számos inspiráló figura a rajongóknak. Ilyen hős Puskás Ferenc labdarúgó, aki nemcsak a világ futballjának legendája, hanem az egyik legnépszerűbb hazai sportfogadó oldal képviselője is.
A magyarországi labdarúgó-bajnokság nagyon sok fogadást vonz, különösen fontos mérkőzések és tornák idején. A szurkolók gyakran nem csak a mérkőzések kimenetelére kötnek fogadásokat, hanem kedvenc játékosaik egyéni eredményeire is.
Martina Hingis teniszező egy másik híres alak, aki felkelti a fogadóirodák figyelmét. Sikere és ambíciói izgalmat keltenek a teniszrajongók körében, és sokan úgy döntenek, hogy online fogadáson keresztül jósolnak.
Az online fogadás jövője Magyarországon
A technológia fejlődésével és a sport iránti érdeklődés növekedésével a hazai online fogadás tovább bővülni fog. Az érintettek és a kormányzati intézmények egy kiegyensúlyozott és fenntartható modell létrehozásán dolgoznak, amely mindenki számára szórakozást és biztonságot nyújt.
Az olyan újabb technológiák bevezetésével, mint az élő fogadás és a mobil platformok, az online fogadás igazi kalandmá vált a szenvedélyes sportrajongók számára. Mindazonáltal a felelős játék és a megfelelés kulcsfontosságú szerepe továbbra is a fenntartható és sikeres iparág megteremtésének középpontjában áll.
Összegzésként elmondható, hogy az online sportfogadás Magyarországon ötvözi a sportolás izgalmát a szerencsejáték elemeivel. A celebek sportolók tevékenységének szabályozásával és aktív szerepvállalásával ez a szórakozási forma az ország lakosságának kultúrájának, életmódjának elválaszthatatlan részévé válik. A jövőben azt várjuk, hogy az új technológiák és trendek hogyan alakítják és változtatják meg a magyarországi online fogadást, még elérhetőbbé és vonzóbbá téve a rajongók számára.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 7, 2023
Терминологија клађења
Ако сте заинтересовани да пронађете најбоље онлајн кладионице у Србији, препоручујемо вам да посетите ову страницу за свеобухватан водич посебно за играче у Србији.
Пожељно је да кладионичари буду свесни њиховог значења како би избегли грешке, оклевања или проблеме.
Увек можете контактирати представника компаније који ће вам објаснити термин на најбољи могући начин, али смо одлучили да направимо згодан водич са неким основним условима клађења.
Изабрали смо најчешће коришћена имена у свету спортског клађења.
Акумулатор / Акумулатор / АЦЦА
Почнимо са уобичајеним термином, углавном од стране типстера и спортских аналитичара. Акумулатори су познате вишеструке опкладе бугарским корисницима као равна колона. Два или више тржишта се комбинују да би се повећале укупне квоте. У неким кладионицама, максималан број догађаја у оквиру једног купона је ограничен.
Азијски хендикеп
Тржиште које постаје све популарније међу локалним потрошачима.
Ово се разликује од стандардног хендикепа по томе што кладионичари могу да врате своје опкладе под одређеним околностима. Друга значајна разлика је у развоју хендикепа. Можете бити за или против тима, а типови азијских хендикепа су 0, 0,25, 0,5, 0,75 и 1. Могућа је делимична победа или пораз у зависности од опције коју одаберете.
Алтернативна линија
Односи се на хендикепе и пуне поготке, служи за смањење ризика на стандардним тржиштима. Термин се користи у кладионичарима острва (овде) који нуде пуне и половичне изнад/испод линије.
Анте пост опкладе
Овај израз се користи када се кладите на коњске трке.
Ово значи типичну опкладу или опкл��ду направљену пре почетка догађаја, обично дан раније.
Арбитражне опкладе
Ове опкладе се не препоручују јер кладионице могу блокирати ваш налог ако открију такве радње. Арбитражне опкладе гарантују сигуран профит ако нађете разлику између две кладионице. Тако, на пример, у тениском мечу, ако добијете опкладу преко 2.00 на знак 1 и знак 2, можете се кладити на исти износ и сигурно ћете победити, без обзира на исход меча.
Бар
Користи се у клађењу на коњске трке, показујући који коњ има најмање шансе за победу.
банкар
Погодно за комбиновање у батеријама и системима за повећање укупне брзине.
Банкролл
Укупан износ који намеравате да направите. Такође познат као баланс или рачун за игру.
Бесплатна опклада (ФрееБет)
Новчани бонус који кладионичар може да искористи да се клади на спортски догађај без повлачења новца са свог слободног биланса.
Бетх
Енглески израз "вов". Стављање одређене суме новца на догађај са неизвесним исходом.
Бетх Цонструцтор
Алат за клађење који омогућава корисницима да прикупљају догађаје и упоређују тимове који учествују у различитим утакмицама. На пример, ако су се данас играли Арсенал против Челсија и Манчестер Сити против Ливерпула, можете упоредити учинак Тобџија са учинком Мерсеисиде Редса.
Ако сте заинтересовани да пронађете најбоље онлајн кладионице у Србији, препоручујемо вам да посетите ову страницу за свеобухватан водич посебно за играче у Србији.
Пожељно је да кладионичари буду свесни њиховог значења како би избегли грешке, оклевања или проблеме.
Увек можете контактирати представника компаније који ће вам објаснити термин на најбољи могући начин, али смо одлучили да направимо згодан водич са неким основним условима клађења.
Изабрали смо најчешће коришћена имена у свету спортског клађења.
Акумулатор / Акумулатор / АЦЦА
Почнимо са уобичајеним термином, углавном од стране типстера и спортских аналитичара. Акумулатори су познате вишеструке опкладе бугарским корисницима као равна колона. Два или више тржишта се комбинују да би се повећале укупне квоте. У неким кладионицама, максималан број догађаја у оквиру једног купона је ограничен.
Азијски хендикеп
Тржиште које постаје све популарније међу локалним потрошачима.
Ово се разликује од стандардног хендикепа по томе што кладионичари могу да врате своје опкладе под одређеним околностима. Друга значајна разлика је у развоју хендикепа. Можете бити за или против тима, а типови азијских хендикепа су 0, 0,25, 0,5, 0,75 и 1. Могућа је делимична победа или пораз у зависности од опције коју одаберете.
Алтернативна линија
Односи се на хендикепе и пуне поготке, служи за смањење ризика на стандардним тржиштима. Термин се користи у кладионичарима острва (овде) који нуде пуне и половичне изнад/испод линије.
Анте пост опкладе
Овај израз се користи када се кладите на коњске трке.
Ово значи типичну опкладу или опкл��ду направљену пре почетка догађаја, обично дан раније.
Арбитражне опкладе
Ове опкладе се не препоручују јер кладионице могу блокирати ваш налог ако открију такве радње. Арбитражне опкладе гарантују сигуран профит ако нађете разлику између две кладионице. Тако, на пример, у тениском мечу, ако добијете опкладу преко 2.00 на знак 1 и знак 2, можете се кладити на исти износ и сигурно ћете победити, без обзира на исход меча.
Бар
Користи се у клађењу на коњске трке, показујући који коњ има најмање шансе за победу.
банкар
Погодно за комбиновање у батеријама и системима за повећање укупне брзине.
Банкролл
Укупан износ који намеравате да направите. Такође познат као баланс или рачун за игру.
Бесплатна опклада (ФрееБет)
Новчани бонус који кладионичар може да искористи да се клади на спортски догађај без повлачења новца са свог слободног биланса.
Бетх
Енглески израз "вов". Стављање одређене суме новца на догађај са неизвесним исходом.
Бетх Цонструцтор
Алат за клађење који омогућава корисницима да прикупљају догађаје и упоређују тимове који учествују у различитим утакмицама. На пример, ако су се данас играли Арсенал против Челсија и Манчестер Сити против Ливерпула, можете упоредити учинак Тобџија са учинком Мерсеисиде Редса.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 10, 2024
A magia do futebol: os 5 melhores jogadores de futebol do mundo
O futebol, sendo um dos esportes mais populares do mundo, produz talentos incríveis que deixam uma marca indelével na história do esporte. Em todo o mundo, existem jogadores de futebol que se destacam pelas suas habilidades únicas, conquistas impressionantes e momentos lendários. Se você quiser saber como e onde se registrar em uma casa de apostas online para jogadores do Chile, use nosso guia aqui. Neste artigo, veremos os 5 primeiros que atualmente estão entre os melhores jogadores de futebol do mundo.
Lionel Messi (Paris Saint-Germain): Messi, o mago argentino da bola, conquistou diversas vezes o título de “Melhor Jogador de Futebol do Mundo”. Suas incríveis habilidades de drible, passe preciso e finalização fazem dele uma maravilha no campo de futebol. Em 2021, ingressou no Paris Saint-Germain, fazendo história também em seu novo time.
Cristiano Ronaldo (Manchester United): Gênio goleador português, Cristiano Ronaldo é conhecido por sua incrível fisicalidade, força e habilidades aéreas. Ele ganhou a Bola de Ouro cinco vezes e continua a ser um dos pilares do Manchester United, onde retornou em 2021, após uma passagem de sucesso pela Juventus.
Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City): O belga De Bruyne está entre os virtuosos mais criativos e técnicos do mundo. Como meio-campista, ele se destaca por seus passes excepcionais, visão e capacidade de moldar o jogo. Seu sucesso no Manchester City fez dele uma figura chave no futebol mundial.
Roberto Firmino (Liverpool): O brasileiro Firmino é um daqueles jogadores que impacta o jogo não só com gols, mas também com seu incrível trabalho no ataque. Suas habilidades técnicas, inteligência de jogo e capacidade de criar oportunidades o tornam subestimado, mas fundamental para o sucesso do Liverpool.
N'Golo Kante (Chelsea): O francês Kante está entre os meio-campistas mais dominantes do mundo. Com a sua extraordinária energia, intercepções e envolvimento na equipa, ele tem sido um factor-chave no sucesso do Chelsea nas últimas temporadas. Seu papel na conquista da Liga dos Campeões em 2021 o eleva à elite mundial.
Estes jogadores de futebol não apenas jogam futebol, eles criam arte em campo e deixam uma impressão nos corações de milhões de fãs em todo o mundo. São a prova de que o futebol não é apenas um desporto, mas uma história que se desenrola diante dos nossos olhos com cada técnica, cada passe e cada golo.
O futebol, sendo um dos esportes mais populares do mundo, produz talentos incríveis que deixam uma marca indelével na história do esporte. Em todo o mundo, existem jogadores de futebol que se destacam pelas suas habilidades únicas, conquistas impressionantes e momentos lendários. Se você quiser saber como e onde se registrar em uma casa de apostas online para jogadores do Chile, use nosso guia aqui. Neste artigo, veremos os 5 primeiros que atualmente estão entre os melhores jogadores de futebol do mundo.
Lionel Messi (Paris Saint-Germain): Messi, o mago argentino da bola, conquistou diversas vezes o título de “Melhor Jogador de Futebol do Mundo”. Suas incríveis habilidades de drible, passe preciso e finalização fazem dele uma maravilha no campo de futebol. Em 2021, ingressou no Paris Saint-Germain, fazendo história também em seu novo time.
Cristiano Ronaldo (Manchester United): Gênio goleador português, Cristiano Ronaldo é conhecido por sua incrível fisicalidade, força e habilidades aéreas. Ele ganhou a Bola de Ouro cinco vezes e continua a ser um dos pilares do Manchester United, onde retornou em 2021, após uma passagem de sucesso pela Juventus.
Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City): O belga De Bruyne está entre os virtuosos mais criativos e técnicos do mundo. Como meio-campista, ele se destaca por seus passes excepcionais, visão e capacidade de moldar o jogo. Seu sucesso no Manchester City fez dele uma figura chave no futebol mundial.
Roberto Firmino (Liverpool): O brasileiro Firmino é um daqueles jogadores que impacta o jogo não só com gols, mas também com seu incrível trabalho no ataque. Suas habilidades técnicas, inteligência de jogo e capacidade de criar oportunidades o tornam subestimado, mas fundamental para o sucesso do Liverpool.
N'Golo Kante (Chelsea): O francês Kante está entre os meio-campistas mais dominantes do mundo. Com a sua extraordinária energia, intercepções e envolvimento na equipa, ele tem sido um factor-chave no sucesso do Chelsea nas últimas temporadas. Seu papel na conquista da Liga dos Campeões em 2021 o eleva à elite mundial.
Estes jogadores de futebol não apenas jogam futebol, eles criam arte em campo e deixam uma impressão nos corações de milhões de fãs em todo o mundo. São a prova de que o futebol não é apenas um desporto, mas uma história que se desenrola diante dos nossos olhos com cada técnica, cada passe e cada golo.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 30, 2023
Hot Dog
****Spoilers in this review*****
Ok, loved the book. However I need to go back a few books.
When the sheep were stolen from Jim’s parents farm, and it was mentioned that he was out with his friend Neil, I knew then that Neil was involved. I was disappointed that at the end of that book Neil hadn’t been arrested.
Then to this book. When Jim went and visited Neil’s parent and during the chat, Mr Hoggs mentioned the treehouse and Neil going in there. I knew that he had his something in the treehouse. I thought it might have been a book detailing what he was involved in. Never thought it was a phone.
Then when they went over the events that happened to Jack the spaniel that belonged to Arthur(?) I believe that’s his name, it only made sense that it was someone the dog knew. So, when Jim was at the vets office and his dog Fly was so relaxed with the vets, I knew it had to be a vet that had taken Jack!
However I was torn between Andy and Toby. Then when Mr Peacock was introduced I knew he was involved. His whole attitude the way his wife was afraid of him etc. And the things he said and how he treated Jim I knew he was involved. I just couldn’t put my finger on how everything went together.
But in the last two chapters I figured it out. I’m glad Mr Peacock was arrested. But I wanted him to be the head of the whole thing so he could get the most amount of time and his wife could escape from him. I’m glad Toby was caught, and that they were able o shut down the organization. I also hope that in the future there’s a recap where EVERYONE involved up to the top man was apprehended.
I can’t remember if Reedy was the small time drug dealer from either book 1-2 or if Reedy was the rich guy who had invited the Hoggs over for dinner. Or the guy that had attempted to steal Fly, Jim’s dog out of his car. Next time I’m going to take notes so that when I do the review I have all the names correctly.
All in all I loved the book!!! I wished it hadn’t taken a couple of books to close the storyline of the sheep stealing and Neils’s death. However I do realize that it had to be drawn out to make it the conclusion that it was.
****Spoilers in this review*****
Ok, loved the book. However I need to go back a few books.
When the sheep were stolen from Jim’s parents farm, and it was mentioned that he was out with his friend Neil, I knew then that Neil was involved. I was disappointed that at the end of that book Neil hadn’t been arrested.
Then to this book. When Jim went and visited Neil’s parent and during the chat, Mr Hoggs mentioned the treehouse and Neil going in there. I knew that he had his something in the treehouse. I thought it might have been a book detailing what he was involved in. Never thought it was a phone.
Then when they went over the events that happened to Jack the spaniel that belonged to Arthur(?) I believe that’s his name, it only made sense that it was someone the dog knew. So, when Jim was at the vets office and his dog Fly was so relaxed with the vets, I knew it had to be a vet that had taken Jack!
However I was torn between Andy and Toby. Then when Mr Peacock was introduced I knew he was involved. His whole attitude the way his wife was afraid of him etc. And the things he said and how he treated Jim I knew he was involved. I just couldn’t put my finger on how everything went together.
But in the last two chapters I figured it out. I’m glad Mr Peacock was arrested. But I wanted him to be the head of the whole thing so he could get the most amount of time and his wife could escape from him. I’m glad Toby was caught, and that they were able o shut down the organization. I also hope that in the future there’s a recap where EVERYONE involved up to the top man was apprehended.
I can’t remember if Reedy was the small time drug dealer from either book 1-2 or if Reedy was the rich guy who had invited the Hoggs over for dinner. Or the guy that had attempted to steal Fly, Jim’s dog out of his car. Next time I’m going to take notes so that when I do the review I have all the names correctly.
All in all I loved the book!!! I wished it hadn’t taken a couple of books to close the storyline of the sheep stealing and Neils’s death. However I do realize that it had to be drawn out to make it the conclusion that it was.
April 12, 2026
★★★★★ An Absolute Masterclass in Crime Fiction
Blood Sport by David J. Gatward is nothing short of electrifying—a gritty, pulse-pounding thriller that grabs hold of you from the first page and refuses to let go.
Gatward delivers a story that feels both brutally real and expertly crafted. The tension is relentless, building layer upon layer as the investigation unfolds. Every chapter tightens the screws, pulling you deeper into a dark and dangerous world where nothing is quite as it seems. The pacing is flawless—fast enough to keep your heart racing, but measured enough to let every twist hit with full force.
What truly elevates Blood Sport is its characters. They are raw, complex, and deeply human. The emotional weight behind their decisions gives the story a powerful edge, making you not just read the book—but feel it. Gatward has a remarkable ability to blend action with psychology, ensuring that every confrontation carries real stakes.
The atmosphere is another standout. There’s a haunting, almost cinematic quality to the writing—gritty settings, sharp dialogue, and an undercurrent of menace that never fades. You can practically see the scenes unfold like a high-end crime drama.
And just when you think you’ve figured it out—Gatward pulls the rug out from under you. The twists are smart, satisfying, and completely earned, making the payoff all the more impactful.
This is crime fiction at its finest: dark, intelligent, and utterly gripping. Blood Sport doesn’t just meet expectations—it blows past them.
If you’re a fan of intense, character-driven thrillers, this is an absolute must-read.
Blood Sport by David J. Gatward is nothing short of electrifying—a gritty, pulse-pounding thriller that grabs hold of you from the first page and refuses to let go.
Gatward delivers a story that feels both brutally real and expertly crafted. The tension is relentless, building layer upon layer as the investigation unfolds. Every chapter tightens the screws, pulling you deeper into a dark and dangerous world where nothing is quite as it seems. The pacing is flawless—fast enough to keep your heart racing, but measured enough to let every twist hit with full force.
What truly elevates Blood Sport is its characters. They are raw, complex, and deeply human. The emotional weight behind their decisions gives the story a powerful edge, making you not just read the book—but feel it. Gatward has a remarkable ability to blend action with psychology, ensuring that every confrontation carries real stakes.
The atmosphere is another standout. There’s a haunting, almost cinematic quality to the writing—gritty settings, sharp dialogue, and an undercurrent of menace that never fades. You can practically see the scenes unfold like a high-end crime drama.
And just when you think you’ve figured it out—Gatward pulls the rug out from under you. The twists are smart, satisfying, and completely earned, making the payoff all the more impactful.
This is crime fiction at its finest: dark, intelligent, and utterly gripping. Blood Sport doesn’t just meet expectations—it blows past them.
If you’re a fan of intense, character-driven thrillers, this is an absolute must-read.
November 10, 2024
For those that need it.
Trigger Warning: Graphic Descriptions of Extreme Animal Cruelty and Neglect
DCI Harry Grimm is slowly settling in with his new team in the Dales. He's a transfer from Bristol and he finally getting used to having a team who cares about his welfare and living where there's a strong community spirit.
However, like anywhere there are people, there are those who do horrible things. In this book the violent world of dog fighting and gambling are part of the big case. A local gamekeeper's dog is stolen, but is later found dead, literally ripped apart in a barn in an isolated area. That starts the search for the powers behind such an evil enterprise in the heart of farming country.
Again, the descriptions are graphic and detailed as is all the narrative in the books in this series. It's odd how, for some reason, the cruelty to the dog is as moving, if not more so, than the murders in previous books.
I'm glad they found the culprits and that they sewed up some loose ends from earlier cases.
I also like the character development we see in Harry Grimm. He's finding connections and that's something that apparently has been absent from his life before arriving to live in a whole new world.
Trigger Warning: Graphic Descriptions of Extreme Animal Cruelty and Neglect
DCI Harry Grimm is slowly settling in with his new team in the Dales. He's a transfer from Bristol and he finally getting used to having a team who cares about his welfare and living where there's a strong community spirit.
However, like anywhere there are people, there are those who do horrible things. In this book the violent world of dog fighting and gambling are part of the big case. A local gamekeeper's dog is stolen, but is later found dead, literally ripped apart in a barn in an isolated area. That starts the search for the powers behind such an evil enterprise in the heart of farming country.
Again, the descriptions are graphic and detailed as is all the narrative in the books in this series. It's odd how, for some reason, the cruelty to the dog is as moving, if not more so, than the murders in previous books.
I'm glad they found the culprits and that they sewed up some loose ends from earlier cases.
I also like the character development we see in Harry Grimm. He's finding connections and that's something that apparently has been absent from his life before arriving to live in a whole new world.
September 19, 2025
Just finished reading Blood Sport book 7 in the DCI Harry Grimm series by David J Gatward
This storyline about animal cruelty certainly got the emotions going & think it was handled very well by Mr Gatward, although the criminals in my view would have suffered very badly 🤣
I've read all of the Grimm series in sequence and I was hooked on this series from book 1
The characters have all developed along the way along with their individual personalities. Grimm's own demons from a previous career gradually fade into the recesses of his mind as he adjusts over a period of time not only to living and working in the Dales but gradually coming to respect and care deeply for the members of his team.
Through each successive novel it becomes obvious that Grimm cannot now imagine moving away from the Dales. Harry's personal life is now also beginning to move forward from the lonely soul he once was.
The whole series flows, so too the dialect, easy reading, storyline twists & turns and thrilling finishes as all the threads of information come together.
Oh & not forgetting he's on a date & he's got a PUPPY 🤣📖😊🐾
This storyline about animal cruelty certainly got the emotions going & think it was handled very well by Mr Gatward, although the criminals in my view would have suffered very badly 🤣
I've read all of the Grimm series in sequence and I was hooked on this series from book 1
The characters have all developed along the way along with their individual personalities. Grimm's own demons from a previous career gradually fade into the recesses of his mind as he adjusts over a period of time not only to living and working in the Dales but gradually coming to respect and care deeply for the members of his team.
Through each successive novel it becomes obvious that Grimm cannot now imagine moving away from the Dales. Harry's personal life is now also beginning to move forward from the lonely soul he once was.
The whole series flows, so too the dialect, easy reading, storyline twists & turns and thrilling finishes as all the threads of information come together.
Oh & not forgetting he's on a date & he's got a PUPPY 🤣📖😊🐾
April 18, 2022
Blood Sport is the 7th in the Harry Grimm series-- all of the sagas set in the bucolic Wensleydale region in the north of England. By now (7 books in) Harry is well adjusted to life in the Dales and has even started to accept, if not like, cheese on his cake-- of course in the tradition of Wallace and Gromit-- Wensleydale cheese. The sense of place in these tales is central to their appeal. And the strong character development- by now we're so very well acquainted with the team of local constables who are under Harry's command. This tale touches on the unsavory world of dog fighting, such an unlikely intrusion into the quiet life in the dells. A murder, good veterinarians and bad vets, and loose ends from previous threads are tied up. Very readable, low key enjoyment in these police procedurals the locale as central of a character as Harry the gnarly faced Grimm.
December 31, 2024
This series is one of my favourite finds of the year. To say that I am invested is a severe understatement. Harry Grimm is one of those characters that you cannot help but fall in love with. Despite his spiky, ornery demeanour, he is just misunderstood. He believes that he is Grimm by name and grim by nature, but that could not be further from the truth. An army veteran (medical discharge) he joins the force in Bristol, however, his maverick attitude and lack of rule abiding soon has him sent to "coventry" out of sight, out of mind. He is seconded to the Dales, as far from his comfort zone as possible. However, the Dales are magical, and Harry soon becomes to love it there, including the Wensleydale on fruit cake. Each book is fabulously written, the characters are amazing and you cannot help but fall in love with them and the Dales. One of my favourite series.
November 2, 2021
DCI Grimm Goes To the Dogs
I have read books 1-5 in this series led by a detective with a scarred face, but a Nobel heart. I read mysteries and thrillers but many contain too much gore and cursing. This series is centered in remote British rural areas where the pace of life is less hectic and hurried. The plots are simple, uncomplicated and focused on likable characters and often poetic narration. Through character development and scene settings, author Gatward focuses on the lives and dramas of a squad of detectives who love their English dales and their rural neighbors. The books were pleasant and quick reads and I enjoyed the break from more jaded books of this genre. LNM
I have read books 1-5 in this series led by a detective with a scarred face, but a Nobel heart. I read mysteries and thrillers but many contain too much gore and cursing. This series is centered in remote British rural areas where the pace of life is less hectic and hurried. The plots are simple, uncomplicated and focused on likable characters and often poetic narration. Through character development and scene settings, author Gatward focuses on the lives and dramas of a squad of detectives who love their English dales and their rural neighbors. The books were pleasant and quick reads and I enjoyed the break from more jaded books of this genre. LNM
February 18, 2026
I've been reading all the DCI Harry Grimm series books and of course, murder makes them, well...grim. But this one has the crime as animal cruelty (the blood sport of the title) and I just wasn't sure that I was going to be able to get through it. I did. I guess I shouldn't have worried. The author deftly manages to handle the topic without going into too much detail and of course, all the main characters are animal lovers, so that was a huge help. Still and all, I've down-graded my usual four-stars for the series to three in this case, because of the awful snapshots I wish my brain hadn't flashed in front of my eyes as it filled in the gaps, even as I read a fairly brief and veiled reference of events I wish hadn't occurred at all.
October 31, 2021
Wonderful series.
Another strong book in the Harry Grimm Yorkshire murder mysteries. The characters are well written, warm and very likeable, the setting descriptions make you feel like your there and the grim subject matter of this book is written about with sensitive care. When I first started reading about it, I was worried about the rest of the book but the subject is touched on rather than written in detail, which was a relief. Some threads from previous books were nicely tied up and all in all, a fantastic read! 2 things at the end have made me most keen for the next one, can’t say for spoiling, but it’s exciting!
Another strong book in the Harry Grimm Yorkshire murder mysteries. The characters are well written, warm and very likeable, the setting descriptions make you feel like your there and the grim subject matter of this book is written about with sensitive care. When I first started reading about it, I was worried about the rest of the book but the subject is touched on rather than written in detail, which was a relief. Some threads from previous books were nicely tied up and all in all, a fantastic read! 2 things at the end have made me most keen for the next one, can’t say for spoiling, but it’s exciting!
August 14, 2022
Another brilliant story with all sides of humanity. Thr scenery, the descriptions of normal people who live their lives in the Dales, the plots, everything. This one got to me especially, as it's about dogs and animal cruelty. No vivid and cruent descriptions, no useless gore, and I appreciated that very much. David Gatward managed to convey the misery and the pain, ugliness and anger about it all without having to describe in uselessly crude detail what was happening. Being a dog mom of four rescues myself, a general animal and nature lover and vegetarian I shed more than a tear reading, but it is a very good story, and I will go straight on to the next instalment in the series.
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