The Botanist by M.W. Craven
My rating: 5 of 5 stars This is by far one of my all time favoirite book series. I can safely say this book sits easily in my top 10 reads of the year. M W Craven has an outstanding tallent when it comes to writing. His story telling is second to none. The storylines keep you hooked with enough going on throughout to stop you wanting to do anything else until you finish the book. Its then an issue when you do finish it as it always leaves you wanting more. The Botanist is Book 5 in the Poe and Tilly series. These two characters have been written about brilliantly and getting to know them over 5 books has been amazing. You almost feel like you know these characters personally and that whatever journey they are going on, you will be right there by there side. Dark, full of suspense and thrilling, you will not want this book to end. View all my reviews
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Queen of Diamonds by Gillian Godden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars Queen of Diamonds by Gillian Godden is a superb addition to this series of books. Is the Diamond family shrinking or growing. It's the day of Beryl Diamonds funeral, the Matriarch of The Thistle Park Estate. Many are out to show respect to a woman who was much loved on the estate. Patsy Diamond was married to Beryls grandson Nick, who was recently killed. it's time for Patsy to step into his shoes and take over running the business. What Patsy doesn't realise is there are so many people who want to take over and not all of them think she can cut it. For Patsy to take over she is first going to have to take on those that want what she has. She has a lot of people to convince she is up to the job. This story takes us from Scotland to Paris and back again, it has everything you want in a good gangland gritty crime book. Love, lies, deceit, Double crossing, Kidnap, secrets and a whole lot more. Be prepared for the ride of your life through this book. The author knows what readers want and never fails to deliver. This is by far the best book yet and what a superb cliffhanger we are left on.
Is the Diamond reign over?
Head of the Diamond family, Patsy is determined to make a success of husband Nickâs gangland empire â whatever the cost. Nick was ruthless and cold-blooded, but he built a legacy that Patsy wants to protect. So when a mysterious woman from Nickâs past turns up claiming to be Patsyâs new business partner, she senses trouble. Karen Duret demands Patsyâs help, but it comes with a catch. If Patsy refuses, Karen threatens to expose the Diamond familyâs darkest secrets⦠Patsy needs the help of her trusted allies more than ever, but when a rival gang start a turf war, the stakes suddenly become deadly. Torn between loyalties, Patsy knows that blood will be spilled. And as battle commences, the question on everyone's lips is - who will be crowned the queen of diamonds? What people are saying about Gillian Godden! 'An edge of your seat read that will leave you breathless!' Bestselling author, Kerry Kaya. 'Characters were so real I'm still looking over my shoulder! Bestselling author Owen Mullen.
Cousins Valerie and Toni McVay have been best friends forever, and when you’re a McVay you need all the friends you can get.
When Toni’s twelfth birthday is marred by a terrible crime, the wicked path of the girls looks set. A decade later, the McVay family aren't the unstoppable force they once were in the Glaswegian criminal underworld but Frankie McVay, the up-and-coming prince, is determined to restore the family to its former glory by whatever means necessary. And the whole family are expected to help. His sister Toni shares her brother’s blood lust but Valerie dreams of a quieter life, and when she meets and falls in love with Seb, as straight as Frankie is bent, as kind as Frankie is wicked, Val sees her way out. Can she escape a family that is determined to own the city, and to keep Valerie firmly in their violent grasp? And will Toni ever let her best friend Val turn her back on the bloody secret they have shared for all these years… Heather Atkinson is back with a treat for all gangland fans. If you love Kimberley Chambers, and Jessie Keane, you’ll love Wicked Girls, and readers of Heather’s Gallowburn series can look forward to bumping into some old friends… What readers are saying about Heather Atkinson: 'Another brilliant book from Heather...she really is one the best in the business. ' 'I have read ALL Heather Atkinson's books. They are all fantastic.' 'All Heather's books are action packed and have you on edge.' 'I stumbled upon Heather's books and I'm so glad I did, characters excellent and storylines are great , I find myself searching the book stores for more of them to read the minute I finish one.'
Wicked Girls by Heather Atkinson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars Another superb read. Heather Atkinson has written some absolutely amazing books, the characters and stories she creates are always first class. I don't know how or where the idea's come from but so glad she keeps coming up with new and fresh reads. This time around, Wicked girls takes us back to the start for Toni and Valerie. If you have read the Gallowburn Series then you will be familiar with the main characters of this book. Toni and Valerie are cousins, Part of the notorious McVay family. This book shows us just how it all started for this family. What makes them into the characters we know and love in the previous books. It was good to go back to the start and see just what turned these two ladies into the women they have become. Family life certainly wasn't easy and it's clear while reading this book just what turned Toni into the iron woman she is today. Valerie may seem like the one with her head screwed on, the one that is calm and in control but don't let her dog collar fool you. She is also a woman to be taken seriously and listened to. There was superb tension throughout this book, the story kept me gripped and wanting more. absolutely gripping and a first class read. This author can certainly write a page turner. View all my reviews |
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