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But first, she must secure a well-paid job and a place of her own to take back custody of her son.
What she falls into is a frightening discovery of human trafficking.
Forced to make an inconceivable decision, Harper will use everything she has learned inside to protect her family, even if that means resorting to murder.
Who can you trust if you can’t trust the people who are supposed to protect you . . .?
Four sisters – the matriarch – the abused – the backstabber – and the missing.
What she falls into is a frightening discovery of human trafficking.
Forced to make an inconceivable decision, Harper will use everything she has learned inside to protect her family, even if that means resorting to murder.
Who can you trust if you can’t trust the people who are supposed to protect you . . .?
Four sisters – the matriarch – the abused – the backstabber – and the missing.
338 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 15, 2021
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Kerry Barnes
32 books211 followersKerry Barnes: The Voice of British Gangland Fiction.
Kerry Barnes is a bestselling British gangland and crime thriller author, known for writing gritty, hard-hitting stories rooted in the darker side of organised crime. Her novels are packed with tension, betrayal, revenge, and morally complex characters — often driven by fierce, uncompromising women who refuse to back down.
Widely recognised for her raw, fast-paced style, Kerry’s books explore the realities of loyalty, power, family, and survival within the criminal underworld. Her stories pull no punches and aren’t afraid to venture into uncomfortable territory, making her a firm favourite with readers who enjoy dark, authentic British crime fiction.
With multiple chart-topping and number one bestselling titles, Kerry Barnes has built a loyal readership among fans of gangland fiction and crime thrillers. Her work is frequently compared to leading voices in the genre such as Martina Cole and Kimberley Chambers, while maintaining a distinctive edge and voice of her own.
Kerry is the author of several popular series, including the Dolly Vincent Trilogy, Carrie Verne Series, Nemesis Trilogy, Harper Kane Trilogy, and The Hunted Trilogy, alongside a growing list of standalone novels and dark psychological thrillers.
Her latest work continues to push boundaries, delivering intense storytelling with sharp dialogue, emotional depth, and relentless pace — perfect for readers who like their crime fiction bold, brutal, and unforgettable.
Kerry Barnes is a bestselling British gangland and crime thriller author, known for writing gritty, hard-hitting stories rooted in the darker side of organised crime. Her novels are packed with tension, betrayal, revenge, and morally complex characters — often driven by fierce, uncompromising women who refuse to back down.
Widely recognised for her raw, fast-paced style, Kerry’s books explore the realities of loyalty, power, family, and survival within the criminal underworld. Her stories pull no punches and aren’t afraid to venture into uncomfortable territory, making her a firm favourite with readers who enjoy dark, authentic British crime fiction.
With multiple chart-topping and number one bestselling titles, Kerry Barnes has built a loyal readership among fans of gangland fiction and crime thrillers. Her work is frequently compared to leading voices in the genre such as Martina Cole and Kimberley Chambers, while maintaining a distinctive edge and voice of her own.
Kerry is the author of several popular series, including the Dolly Vincent Trilogy, Carrie Verne Series, Nemesis Trilogy, Harper Kane Trilogy, and The Hunted Trilogy, alongside a growing list of standalone novels and dark psychological thrillers.
Her latest work continues to push boundaries, delivering intense storytelling with sharp dialogue, emotional depth, and relentless pace — perfect for readers who like their crime fiction bold, brutal, and unforgettable.
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October 17, 2021
this book is just so good i so cant wait for second book very gripping and brilliant characters and one feisty lady that will protect her own this author is just brilliant
April 27, 2022
An excellent gangland crime thriller. I listened to this via borrowbox and the narrator was excellent. She really brought the story to life.
September 28, 2024
Another fantastic novel by Kerry Barnes with fantastic narration by Annie Aldington. This wasn’t the usual gang land thriller that I was expecting though, and at times it was deeply uncomfortable to listen to as our heroine is involved in cracking people smuggling/sex trafficking ring, so a bit of content warning for anyone who needs it. In all honesty I might’ve allowed it to pass me by if I’d known, but that doesn’t take away from the writing or how the story is delivered.
Currently included with audible 🎧
Currently included with audible 🎧
June 29, 2024
What a turn pager
Fantastic on the edge of your seat book
Up late reading didn’t want to put it down
Kerry Barnes sure knows how to tell a story one that you feel in are in it with them. Loved the main character Harper Kane
Look forward to Book 2
Fantastic on the edge of your seat book
Up late reading didn’t want to put it down
Kerry Barnes sure knows how to tell a story one that you feel in are in it with them. Loved the main character Harper Kane
Look forward to Book 2
October 17, 2021
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I loved this book so for & the storyline was heartbreaking at times & there was crime & plenty of drama .I am so glad it's the start of a series as I absolutely love the characters especially the main ones.Definitely worth more than 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I loved this book so for & the storyline was heartbreaking at times & there was crime & plenty of drama .I am so glad it's the start of a series as I absolutely love the characters especially the main ones.Definitely worth more than 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
May 16, 2024
Harper took on the Russian and Greek mafia and won. A bit far-fetched but a good read. To be honest, it was hard to put this book down, I read in record time. An emotive subject that stirred up my emotions. The follow-up next....
October 30, 2021
You know it’s a winner when you are up till the small hours reading.
Absolutely loved it.
This lady author connects with her readers the main character Harper Kane wow ! I was fully committed loved her spirit courage dangerous side but most of all her loyalty and goodness!
A fantastic emotive story line which had you on the edge of your seat !
Vadim is he good or bad ? We don’t know another character with legs !
I love Kerry’s books a pleasure to read.
Always left wondering about all the characters in the book Lexi Dolores Erin Charley Eddie Teddy Terry Vadim .
Cannot wait for the next one
Absolutely loved it.
This lady author connects with her readers the main character Harper Kane wow ! I was fully committed loved her spirit courage dangerous side but most of all her loyalty and goodness!
A fantastic emotive story line which had you on the edge of your seat !
Vadim is he good or bad ? We don’t know another character with legs !
I love Kerry’s books a pleasure to read.
Always left wondering about all the characters in the book Lexi Dolores Erin Charley Eddie Teddy Terry Vadim .
Cannot wait for the next one
March 30, 2023
This was my first foray into a gangland crime thriller series - I've always enjoyed TV Prison Dramas like Bad Girls and Wentworth - and I loved Deceit so thought I'd start a Trilogy by Kerry Barnes this time. Wow - this certainly isn't one to read at bedtime! Brilliantly crafted, well narrated and a really exciting listen. However, it does have some extremely graphic violence, well written on the edge of your seat stuff - but you have been warned. There's also copious use of the F and C words.
I can't wait to read the next two - Taboo and Torment - and the other series' as well but interspaced with some more sedate popcorn novels as I don't think my heart could take the adrenaline without a break between Kerry's books. I'm a Pianist by profession so after you read this book, you'll understand how horrific I found it towards the end! Go enjoy. 😃 😊 🎹
I can't wait to read the next two - Taboo and Torment - and the other series' as well but interspaced with some more sedate popcorn novels as I don't think my heart could take the adrenaline without a break between Kerry's books. I'm a Pianist by profession so after you read this book, you'll understand how horrific I found it towards the end! Go enjoy. 😃 😊 🎹
October 21, 2021
Fantastic read
Harper served time in jail for murder after being released a friend set her up for a job in a bar. What she didn't know was it was rung by Russian child sex traffickers Russians used to bring young girls to the bar as dancers Harper managed to at one young girl escape through a toilet window when the Russians couldn't find her they kidnapped Harper and best her and cut her finger off to make her tell them where the young girl was Thankfully she was rescued before they could do any more damage to her
Harper served time in jail for murder after being released a friend set her up for a job in a bar. What she didn't know was it was rung by Russian child sex traffickers Russians used to bring young girls to the bar as dancers Harper managed to at one young girl escape through a toilet window when the Russians couldn't find her they kidnapped Harper and best her and cut her finger off to make her tell them where the young girl was Thankfully she was rescued before they could do any more damage to her
September 25, 2022
Not for the faint hearted
Loved loved loved this book, Harper Kane jailed for murder,a drunk useless mother and 3 sisters to protect is released into a world that has moved on without her. She scores a dream job with a flat included so her hopes of reclaiming her son soar until she realises not all is right at the club she manages! A tale of Turkish and Russian gangsters murder and mayhem ensue can this tough jailbird won through against such odds but the book and enjoy the ride easiest five star
Loved loved loved this book, Harper Kane jailed for murder,a drunk useless mother and 3 sisters to protect is released into a world that has moved on without her. She scores a dream job with a flat included so her hopes of reclaiming her son soar until she realises not all is right at the club she manages! A tale of Turkish and Russian gangsters murder and mayhem ensue can this tough jailbird won through against such odds but the book and enjoy the ride easiest five star
October 19, 2021
WOW Kerry Barnes has nailed it again with this edge your seat book. Harper Cane leaves prison after serving 12 years with only one thing on her mind her son. Before she left prison Harper had made a promise to find the missing daughter of another inmate. First things first she has to find a job and place to live so she can have her son back. This book is so thrilling and full of twists and turns that will have you gripped from start to finish and worth more than 5*
October 24, 2021
Wow but not suprised
Kerry Barnes you have done it again such a good writer. Every book seems to get better and better. One of our top literary talents. You can't help but love this book. You feel the hate in every word penned from our main protaginist and the people doing her family wrong. Smashed on every level. One of my favourite authours of all time. Class my darling and would not expect anything less. ❤️❤️
Kerry Barnes you have done it again such a good writer. Every book seems to get better and better. One of our top literary talents. You can't help but love this book. You feel the hate in every word penned from our main protaginist and the people doing her family wrong. Smashed on every level. One of my favourite authours of all time. Class my darling and would not expect anything less. ❤️❤️
March 25, 2022
Hard hitting
This book is just full of twists and turns and plenty of action. Lots of violence and Russian mobsters. The main character is Harper Kane, she has just served 12 years for killing a man who was a paedophile and the book starts as she is getting out of prison. So much happens so quickly to this woman it gets right in there and so the story begins. I enjoyed this book and I would recommend it.
This book is just full of twists and turns and plenty of action. Lots of violence and Russian mobsters. The main character is Harper Kane, she has just served 12 years for killing a man who was a paedophile and the book starts as she is getting out of prison. So much happens so quickly to this woman it gets right in there and so the story begins. I enjoyed this book and I would recommend it.
June 8, 2022
This was a brilliant read.
How far would you go to protect your family from being sexually abused?
How far would you go to keep a promise to a friend to find their missing child?
A young Harper takes care of her siblings until she is sentenced. Once released she wants to reclaim her right as a mother but faces difficulty.
Enter the Russian Maffia.
Bring in a bounty on Harper’s head
Find the link between them all and be surprised right at the end
How far would you go to protect your family from being sexually abused?
How far would you go to keep a promise to a friend to find their missing child?
A young Harper takes care of her siblings until she is sentenced. Once released she wants to reclaim her right as a mother but faces difficulty.
Enter the Russian Maffia.
Bring in a bounty on Harper’s head
Find the link between them all and be surprised right at the end
April 2, 2024
I listened to this book Via audible and to be honest the Narrators breathy girly voice she uses for the main character Harper really ruined the book completely. Main character is out of prison for murdering her sisters abuser and her story begins when she leaves prison with nothing
Good plot really wanted Harper to get with her Russian fella though 😂 will definitely read more of this author. Would love to listen on audible but really can’t cope with the narrator
Good plot really wanted Harper to get with her Russian fella though 😂 will definitely read more of this author. Would love to listen on audible but really can’t cope with the narrator
October 24, 2021
Oh my goodness this lady certainly knows how to write a crime novel.
It covers a Russian child sex ring among many others. It is packed with thrills and danger. Kidnap and violence.
I loved every page and didn't want it to end. Each character had their own story. The book takes you up and down with emotions.
Luckily this very talented lady is writing a follow-up.
I have read every one of her books and she gets better and better with each book, she is a contender for the queen of crime.
Very well done Kerry. If I could I'd hug you for keeping my mind occupied for nearly two days. xxx
It covers a Russian child sex ring among many others. It is packed with thrills and danger. Kidnap and violence.
I loved every page and didn't want it to end. Each character had their own story. The book takes you up and down with emotions.
Luckily this very talented lady is writing a follow-up.
I have read every one of her books and she gets better and better with each book, she is a contender for the queen of crime.
Very well done Kerry. If I could I'd hug you for keeping my mind occupied for nearly two days. xxx
October 24, 2021
Absolutely brilliant
Well what’s to say this book brought back memories of my days in the force. My absolute main hate was and still is peado’s this book is so well written. It has all the main elements in what sex slave rings are especially the money. This book will also help to bring awareness to this awful crime.
Fantastic read Kerry keep up the good work
Well what’s to say this book brought back memories of my days in the force. My absolute main hate was and still is peado’s this book is so well written. It has all the main elements in what sex slave rings are especially the money. This book will also help to bring awareness to this awful crime.
Fantastic read Kerry keep up the good work
October 30, 2021
This really shows Kerry for the excellent author she is!! 100% recommend this, what an awesome book. I got a total two hours sleep last night because I couldn’t bare to put it down, it really is that good. I hope this is the start of a long series with the total bad ass Harper Kane, and if Kerry can magic me a friend just like her then, even better!! An absolute must read!
January 9, 2022
Just amazing. As usual
So, We just met Harper Kane. She's a feisty bugger isn't she? 😂 I absolutely love her. I've been in a reading slump of late so Kerry was just the writer to jolt me out of it, and boy did ever! This book was fantastic! If I could give it 10 stars I would.
Harper Kane eh?
Another legend is born.
So, We just met Harper Kane. She's a feisty bugger isn't she? 😂 I absolutely love her. I've been in a reading slump of late so Kerry was just the writer to jolt me out of it, and boy did ever! This book was fantastic! If I could give it 10 stars I would.
Harper Kane eh?
Another legend is born.
April 10, 2022
I love harper!!!
Wow!!! Im speechless, once again kerry barnes has done it! Harper is incredible and this books had me on some right emotions. I was sat on the bus one minute crying , then nearly being sick with what happened to harper lol. A must read and smashed out the bag by kerry again.
Wow!!! Im speechless, once again kerry barnes has done it! Harper is incredible and this books had me on some right emotions. I was sat on the bus one minute crying , then nearly being sick with what happened to harper lol. A must read and smashed out the bag by kerry again.
October 30, 2021
I have read all of Kerry’s books and like the rest, this one certainly didn’t disappoint, it’s gritty and keeps you on the edge. Now the only disappointing thing is coming to the end and having to wait for book two . A plus five star read for me
November 1, 2021
A very gripping read .
Kerry Barnes deserves 5 stars on this novel. Very easy reading and very good story line .hopefully the sequel won't be to long to write .well done Kerry .I would certainly recommend this book .
Kerry Barnes deserves 5 stars on this novel. Very easy reading and very good story line .hopefully the sequel won't be to long to write .well done Kerry .I would certainly recommend this book .
November 2, 2021
Fantastic Book
Different to many gang land books Fantastic storyline keeps you going right to the end Harper Kane definitely has more to come can't wait to read more about her
Different to many gang land books Fantastic storyline keeps you going right to the end Harper Kane definitely has more to come can't wait to read more about her
November 2, 2021
Absolutely brilliant
Wow Kerry you have done it again. Every emotion like a rollercoaster reading this book. It was gripping from the first page With some really likeable characters.
I can't wait for the follow on to this. I hope Harper gets her happy ending.
Wow Kerry you have done it again. Every emotion like a rollercoaster reading this book. It was gripping from the first page With some really likeable characters.
I can't wait for the follow on to this. I hope Harper gets her happy ending.
December 29, 2021
Gripping!
Fantastic read from start to finish, can't wait for the 2nd book .Love the main character true fisty woman who is a lioness protecting her family ,well done Kerry Barnes... thankyou for the books.
Fantastic read from start to finish, can't wait for the 2nd book .Love the main character true fisty woman who is a lioness protecting her family ,well done Kerry Barnes... thankyou for the books.
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January 24, 2022Amazing
I love Kerry Barnes and thought I had read all her books until I found Trusted.
What a fabulous read, I loved it so much.
Harper what a woman.
Had me crying at the end.
Cannot wait for next one
I love Kerry Barnes and thought I had read all her books until I found Trusted.
What a fabulous read, I loved it so much.
Harper what a woman.
Had me crying at the end.
Cannot wait for next one
February 14, 2022
Another cracking read by Kerry Barnes.
Can’t wait for the next one. I love the characters she creates and the twist and turns they go through. I have read more books in the last 4 years since discovering Kerry’s books Than have in my entire life and I’m 68 now.
Can’t wait for the next one. I love the characters she creates and the twist and turns they go through. I have read more books in the last 4 years since discovering Kerry’s books Than have in my entire life and I’m 68 now.
February 26, 2022
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What a great book one of them books you don't want to enchant want to know what happens next Harvey on tendentious all the way through great read strongly termed this book wow
What a great book one of them books you don't want to enchant want to know what happens next Harvey on tendentious all the way through great read strongly termed this book wow
November 25, 2022
Great bpok!!
First book IV read and I wi!l definitely be reading another. Brilliant character's . I read this book in 3 days which is good for me as I gave 3 kids and a husband to loom after. Can't wait for next book!!
First book IV read and I wi!l definitely be reading another. Brilliant character's . I read this book in 3 days which is good for me as I gave 3 kids and a husband to loom after. Can't wait for next book!!
April 28, 2024
Not a favorite but still engaging. Having read a few from this author I was slightly disappointed at the lack of likable characters including, Harper, the main one. However, that being said, the story was good with a few twists.
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