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Yorkshire Murder Mysteries #28
Angel's Final Problem?
Thieves, murderers and rogues in South Yorkshire.
DI Angel has one particular gang of villains in his sights, whose leader is the vicious Alexander Velleman.
A dodgy doctor, working for Velleman, is planning to kill off one of his elderly patients. So they can get their hands on her valuable estate.
But Angel steps in just in time. Now an enraged Velleman wants Angel dead.
Could this be curtains for our hero?
DI Angel has one particular gang of villains in his sights, whose leader is the vicious Alexander Velleman.
A dodgy doctor, working for Velleman, is planning to kill off one of his elderly patients. So they can get their hands on her valuable estate.
But Angel steps in just in time. Now an enraged Velleman wants Angel dead.
Could this be curtains for our hero?
202 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 26, 2021
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Roger Silverwood
69 books86 followersThe Yorkshire author writes crime stories about Detective Inspector Michael Angel who lives a fairly happy existence with his wife Mary in the town of Bromersley in South Yorkshire.
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October 26, 2021
Stopping crime has never been more dangerous!
DI Michael Angel has his eyes on Alexander Velleman, leader of a particularly nasty gang. One of Vellemer's followers is a less-than-honest physician who is planning to kill off one of his elderly patients in order to get their hands on her valuable estate.
But their plan is foiled ... Velleman is livid ..... and now DI Angel finds himself with a huge target on his back.
As with all the books in this series, the plot is intricate with a solid story line. The action is non-stop and the characters are deftly drawn. The ending was a total surprise, so unexpected. Although 28th in the series, this is easily read as a stand alone.
Many thanks to t he author / Joffe Books / Books n All Promotions for the digital copy of this crime fiction. Read and reviewed voluntarily, opinions expressed here are unbiased and entirely my own.
DI Michael Angel has his eyes on Alexander Velleman, leader of a particularly nasty gang. One of Vellemer's followers is a less-than-honest physician who is planning to kill off one of his elderly patients in order to get their hands on her valuable estate.
But their plan is foiled ... Velleman is livid ..... and now DI Angel finds himself with a huge target on his back.
As with all the books in this series, the plot is intricate with a solid story line. The action is non-stop and the characters are deftly drawn. The ending was a total surprise, so unexpected. Although 28th in the series, this is easily read as a stand alone.
Many thanks to t he author / Joffe Books / Books n All Promotions for the digital copy of this crime fiction. Read and reviewed voluntarily, opinions expressed here are unbiased and entirely my own.
April 1, 2022
Angels Final Problem?
I have read this before, not sure what my first review was, but this time around, I still think that Angel is a policeman's version of Rambo. (I wouldn't have said that the 1st time). Not a bad read though.
I have read this before, not sure what my first review was, but this time around, I still think that Angel is a policeman's version of Rambo. (I wouldn't have said that the 1st time). Not a bad read though.
October 26, 2021
DI Angel has rather a problem on his hands. He has been accused of not only a robbery but also of a murder and the evidence firmly puts him in the frame. Despite those around him knowing he would never do such things, when forensics have irrefutable confirmation of his presence along with items found, Angel is put on suspension. He decides doing nothing is not an issue and probably only going to compound the matter so decides to go maverick and do his own investigation with no warrent card or badge. Can he not only get himself out of this rather large hole but also track down the real culprits?
I really enjoyed this. Angel is rather an old school type of chap- (anyone younger would have taken pictures of the diary with their phone and sent them on) but old school works in this case. He is a likeable rogue with whom what you see is what you get- take him as you find him type person who calls a spade a shovel. I whizzed through this which to me is always a good sign- a good plot and likeable characters to envelope you in a good story. This is one of a series but happily stands alone- I hadn't read all of the others and it worked well. A thoroughly enjoyable read.
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I really enjoyed this. Angel is rather an old school type of chap- (anyone younger would have taken pictures of the diary with their phone and sent them on) but old school works in this case. He is a likeable rogue with whom what you see is what you get- take him as you find him type person who calls a spade a shovel. I whizzed through this which to me is always a good sign- a good plot and likeable characters to envelope you in a good story. This is one of a series but happily stands alone- I hadn't read all of the others and it worked well. A thoroughly enjoyable read.
For more reviews please see my blog http://nickibookblog.blogspot.co.uk/
or follow me on Twitter@nickisbookblog
December 3, 2021
The whole series
I have just finished this series and have to say it's the best I've read in a long time I just wish there were more and the ending of this last book has really thrown me really couldn't believe it ended like this Mr Silverwood has kept me entertained for hours with these books and I will definitely be reading anymore he comes out with if you enjoy criminal mysteries these are for you
I have just finished this series and have to say it's the best I've read in a long time I just wish there were more and the ending of this last book has really thrown me really couldn't believe it ended like this Mr Silverwood has kept me entertained for hours with these books and I will definitely be reading anymore he comes out with if you enjoy criminal mysteries these are for you
April 14, 2022
I have now read all 28 books in the series. I have two gripes. Kindly do something to Harker, or at least get him a decent doctor (not one of those who can only do what the national health care system in Britain allows) or complain about him to someone who will fire him. Next, can't you guys carry firearms? Oh, I forgot. Only criminals in the UK can shoot, Never mind. Ok
Rant over, but isn't Mart a bit ditzy for Michael?
Rant over, but isn't Mart a bit ditzy for Michael?
January 1, 2022
This is the latest in a long series of "Yorkshire Murder Mysteries" and we rejoin familiar characters DI Angel, his supervisor Harker and the Bromley, South Yorkshire, police force for another mystery. (Bromley is a fictional town but it has become so familiar that I wasn't surprised to find the criminals meeting in the Feathers Hotel in chapter 1, and later, to have a hijacked taxi abandoned in the parking lot of the Cheapo supermarket). Never having actually visited the UK I can't say if that would be a familiar name to a British audience like, say, Wal-Mart in the US, but readers have become familiar with the landmarks in Bromley even though it's not a real place, and that's actually a good thing.
The book is as tautly plotted as we've come to expect from Mr. Silverwood. However, this one has an odd, "James Bond meets Sherlock Holmes" flavor with too many narrow escapes for Mr. Angel and too many violent incidents instead of the systematic police work more common in the previous episodes. The perps are what we would call organized crime on this side of the pond and that might be part of the explanation. It might be the author really intends this to be the last book in the series, even though Mr. Angel, like the Mounties, still gets his man at the end and the title ends with a question mark. I begin to identify with Mrs. Angel who is an old fashioned, supportive wife who is nevertheless nagging her husband that he ought to quit this dangerous job he's doing.
The book is as tautly plotted as we've come to expect from Mr. Silverwood. However, this one has an odd, "James Bond meets Sherlock Holmes" flavor with too many narrow escapes for Mr. Angel and too many violent incidents instead of the systematic police work more common in the previous episodes. The perps are what we would call organized crime on this side of the pond and that might be part of the explanation. It might be the author really intends this to be the last book in the series, even though Mr. Angel, like the Mounties, still gets his man at the end and the title ends with a question mark. I begin to identify with Mrs. Angel who is an old fashioned, supportive wife who is nevertheless nagging her husband that he ought to quit this dangerous job he's doing.
October 30, 2021
This was a first for me from this author and although this is no 28 in the series it was easily read as a standalone. I really did not know what to make of this book, it was so far fetched in places that I laughed out loud. On reaching the end my final conclusion..... I absolutely loved it. Thanks to Joffe Books and the author for giving me the opportunity to read this book.
November 13, 2021
Angel becomes a ninja warrior?
Good book but if the author listed wrote it he went to school again to change his entire writing style and content. More emphasis on hand to hand combat less on story. How any police supervisor could believe the charges—well unbelievable! His last book was a copy of an American tv detective show Monk. Really??
Good book but if the author listed wrote it he went to school again to change his entire writing style and content. More emphasis on hand to hand combat less on story. How any police supervisor could believe the charges—well unbelievable! His last book was a copy of an American tv detective show Monk. Really??
November 24, 2021
I sure hope not!
I would hate for this series to end as the plots are clever, believable, and Angel so, well, perfect! I would however, like to see some disciplinary action brought against his immediate superior officer who does nothing to help or back up his star investigator... more often he does his darndest to cause Angel grief. Looking forward to the next adventure!
I would hate for this series to end as the plots are clever, believable, and Angel so, well, perfect! I would however, like to see some disciplinary action brought against his immediate superior officer who does nothing to help or back up his star investigator... more often he does his darndest to cause Angel grief. Looking forward to the next adventure!
January 7, 2022
Another great story
Another great story by Roger Silverwood featuring Inspector Angel who always get his man. It this case however he really bad to dig deep with so many against him. An excellent read and very well written. I only hope that the title does not mean that this is the last in the series.
Another great story by Roger Silverwood featuring Inspector Angel who always get his man. It this case however he really bad to dig deep with so many against him. An excellent read and very well written. I only hope that the title does not mean that this is the last in the series.
May 6, 2022
The others were fun. This was dreadful.
Reads like somebody different wrote this one. Action for the sake of action rather than advancing the already flimsy plot. I wanted to get to "the willing suspension of disbelief," but I just couldn't do it. This series was never a "police procedural." It was a diversion. Kind of fun. Not this one.
Reads like somebody different wrote this one. Action for the sake of action rather than advancing the already flimsy plot. I wanted to get to "the willing suspension of disbelief," but I just couldn't do it. This series was never a "police procedural." It was a diversion. Kind of fun. Not this one.
August 1, 2022
CONCUSSED
Angel has been " Boeing-ed" over the head so many times that it's a wonder of the world that he hasn't suffered permanent brain damage. I gave up counting how many "Boeings" there were in this particular book. Furthermore, the way he bungles himself into his many misadventures is almost farcical. Yes, it's high time he retired!
Angel has been " Boeing-ed" over the head so many times that it's a wonder of the world that he hasn't suffered permanent brain damage. I gave up counting how many "Boeings" there were in this particular book. Furthermore, the way he bungles himself into his many misadventures is almost farcical. Yes, it's high time he retired!
August 7, 2022
A great mystery with plausible twists and turns as usual by Roger Silverwood
A story with very realistic action and storyline. The main chapter is crafted to make the reader feel empathetic towards DI Angel and his efficient crew of detectives. Each book in the series feels authentic and fresh.
A story with very realistic action and storyline. The main chapter is crafted to make the reader feel empathetic towards DI Angel and his efficient crew of detectives. Each book in the series feels authentic and fresh.
November 9, 2021
Wow!!
This 28th book was so good! I was worried about Angel the whole way! This one had twists and turns and a very exciting ending. Good work, Mr. Silverwood! It’s 6:50 am. Now I can go to bed!!
This 28th book was so good! I was worried about Angel the whole way! This one had twists and turns and a very exciting ending. Good work, Mr. Silverwood! It’s 6:50 am. Now I can go to bed!!
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November 11, 2021A good read.😎
A decent storyline containing variety,procedural police investigation,adventure action and a final result.An easy read that kept you interested .I may be tempted but a box set that are available.😛
A decent storyline containing variety,procedural police investigation,adventure action and a final result.An easy read that kept you interested .I may be tempted but a box set that are available.😛
November 30, 2021
Great series of book
I thoroughly enjoyed everyone of the 26 books. I love the characters and the use of the local accents using for example lass and lad as they would in that part of England. I hope the author writes another book soon. I can't wait to read it. fabulous series!!!
I thoroughly enjoyed everyone of the 26 books. I love the characters and the use of the local accents using for example lass and lad as they would in that part of England. I hope the author writes another book soon. I can't wait to read it. fabulous series!!!
December 6, 2021
I have enjoyed all in this series although to me Inspector Angel wasn't the same in this one. He was in so many fights and confrontations he seemed a different person. I much prefer the quieter and methodical person
December 27, 2021
Very disappointing! Series started off being realistic and full of humour, but that had now been lost. This book was so far fetched- DI Angel lurching from being held kidnapped, not once, but at least 6 times! Sorry, but beyond the realms of realism!
April 20, 2022
Brilliant series
Angel was a well developed character backed up by a believable tea who fitted in extremely well with the side range of crimes he was involved in resolving.
Had a sense of humour to match the gruff boss he described.
Angel was a well developed character backed up by a believable tea who fitted in extremely well with the side range of crimes he was involved in resolving.
Had a sense of humour to match the gruff boss he described.
July 10, 2022
Angel bookd
Start with the first book of the series and read them in order, I hope to see !any more stories with DI Angel they remind me a bit of Monk! He sees small clues and always solves the crime! Fun reads
Start with the first book of the series and read them in order, I hope to see !any more stories with DI Angel they remind me a bit of Monk! He sees small clues and always solves the crime! Fun reads
October 27, 2021
Wonderful
Another great Michael Angel mystery! They are such fun, not at all believable but who care? Please write more, more, more.
Another great Michael Angel mystery! They are such fun, not at all believable but who care? Please write more, more, more.
November 1, 2021
Not the best but okay
Typical Angel, a little redundant in the back and forth of who has the gun, but still an okay read
Typical Angel, a little redundant in the back and forth of who has the gun, but still an okay read
November 1, 2021
Angel has 9 lives! Full of complications but Angel prevails! Fun book!
November 9, 2021
Wow, I have read a number of books by Silverwood and I enjoyed them. I admit they weren’t great but I was surprised at how bad this book turned out. Really poorly written and apparently with little thought or effort. That’s it for me, no more.
November 14, 2021
GG
I always enjoyed this author. This is just another mystery that you will enjoy reading. I had to give it a five star.
I always enjoyed this author. This is just another mystery that you will enjoy reading. I had to give it a five star.
November 15, 2021
More wanted
I have read all of the Angel and now I am lost to have non left.
I have enjoyed all of his book,his family life so true.
I have read all of the Angel and now I am lost to have non left.
I have enjoyed all of his book,his family life so true.
November 21, 2021
Another great read
Another great read from Roger Silverwood as always well written and presented. Very enjoyable story line look forward to reading more.
Another great read from Roger Silverwood as always well written and presented. Very enjoyable story line look forward to reading more.
December 30, 2021
Great as expected
Engaging character great plots and a very interesting policeman who always gets his man . Have read all 28 and still not bored
Engaging character great plots and a very interesting policeman who always gets his man . Have read all 28 and still not bored
April 1, 2022
Thrilling
I thought that this book was one of the best story of the whole series and I have enjoyed all of them highly recommended
I thought that this book was one of the best story of the whole series and I have enjoyed all of them highly recommended
January 31, 2023
Very disappointed
Angel has aforementioned into James bond and lost twenty years. Not a classic Angel read. Dry annoyed Mr Silerwood. Did you write this rubbish?
Angel has aforementioned into James bond and lost twenty years. Not a classic Angel read. Dry annoyed Mr Silerwood. Did you write this rubbish?
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