The second in a series of tense page-turning Crime Thrillers set in Cornwall : Cornish Crime Series Book Two
Jem Fielding is a pimp and drug lord who counts blackmail and violence as part of his repertoire. But when he abducts mute teenager, Carly Taylor, and attempts to bury her alive, he risks the wrath of a small Cornish town.
Carly survives but is damaged by her ordeal. She undergoes a disturbing psychological metamorphosis.As her psychosis grows she turns her back on those she loves; dedicating herself, to Fielding’s destruction.
She is not alone. Other women out there have cause to hate Fielding. His abused wife Josie, has found love with another woman but knows he will kill her if he discovers her secret and Kerenza Martin’s ex-husband, a policeman has been trapped in a cycle of blackmail and corruption jeopardizing her family’s safety.
If they try to fight Fielding alone, they will lose. If the women join forces, take a stand and discover the power of Sisterhood, they might win but at what cost?.
No one likes Jem Fielding, and most people are afraid of him, but after he abducted local teenager Carly, some people, including his wife, decided enough was enough and plotted to bring him down, including Carly herself, who only survived her ordeal because of a dog running away from his owner. I was gripped by this book and didn't like having to put it down. It is set in Cornwall and mentioned many places I have visited so I was able to picture the scenes. I would give the book more than 5 stars if I could.
The way these books are written with individual characters having chapters to themselves. A good story, well told that draws you in as it unfolds. Thoroughly enjoyed it.
Interesting plot line with characters you care about
Thoroughly enjoying the Cornish Crime series by Julie Evans. A must read for crime and Cornish fans - looking forward to reading the next in the series