Author:Matthew Hall
THE ACTION-PACKED THRILLER THAT FUSES BRAWN AND BRAINS
'A Bond-style thriller for the 21st century. . . Written with pace and great panache, it feels like a movie already' Daily Mail
'Brilliant. Incredibly immersive' Tom Marcus
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'People sleep peacefully only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf . . .'
For twenty years Leo Black was in the SAS. Now he lectures on violence instead of committing it, putting his soldiering days behind him in pursuit of a respectful academic life.
But when a former comrade in arms is killed trying to prevent a scientist's abduction, Black is faced with an unexpected choice.
Be the upright citizen the university demands . . .
Or avenge the dead man to whom he owes his life.
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'This intelligent thriller is his best work yet' Sun
'A fast-paced global thriller' Mail on Sunday
'Matthew Hall has crafted an action thriller with more texture than most' The Times
'Hall probes how a real-life Jack Reacher figure might cope with years of taking lives for the greater good, and Black's inner conflict gives the firefights and betrayals erupting around him unusual depth' The Times
Praise for Matthew Hall
'Breathlessly enjoyable' The Times
'An edge-of-the-seat thriller . . . should come with a health warning' Irish Independent
'Fasten your seatbelts for a quality thriller . . .' Independent on Sunday
This intelligent thriller is his best work yet
—— The SunThis is an ideal piece of escapism. I heartily recommend it
—— Shots MagazineA Bond-style thriller for the 21st century. . . Written with pace and great panache, it feels like a movie already
—— The Daily MailHall probes how a real-life Jack Reacher figure might cope with years of taking lives for the greater good, and Black's inner conflict gives the firefights and betrayals erupting around him unusual depth
—— The TimesA fast-paced global thriller
—— Mail on SundayMatthew Hall has crafted an action thriller with more texture than most
—— The TimesPraise for Matthew Hall
—— -Breathlessly enjoyable
—— The TimesAn edge-of-the-seat thriller . . . should come with a health warning
—— Irish IndependentFasten your seatbelts for a quality thriller . . .
—— Independent on SundayI loved that at the core of the novel's mystery was these mothers' love and belief in their sons...A tense, taut page turner filled to the brim with emotion.
—— Holly Cave, author of The Memory ChamberA hugely readable and assured thriller about what could be every parent’s nightmare.
—— Toby Faber, author of Close to the EdgeA beautifully moving novel about acceptance and forgiveness.
—— Laura Pearson, author of I Wanted You to KnowI loved this book. Wonderful characterisation and tense plotting. Bravo!
—— Jane Shemilt, author of Little FriendsKeenly researched, steeped in real life and dripping with tension, this book is a must-read for any fan of the genre.
—— Tony Kent author of Killer IntentHeart-wrenching and page-turning, Keep Him Close delivers and then some.
—— C.C. MacDonald, author of HAPPY EVER AFTERTwisty, emotional and addictive
—— The SunThis subtle novel is as moving as it is thrilling
—— PeopleFull of suspense
—— Yours MagazineA historical episode artfully adapted in a tale that offers glimmers of hope for women discarded by society
—— KirkusWonderful, evocative, moving and suspenseful
—— Marika Cobbold , author of On Hampstead HeathA vivid, cleverly-crafted mystery that will keep the reader turning the pages
—— Erica James , bestselling author of Letters from the PastIt's a fantastically exciting story, and a wonderful novel. There is so much more going on, on the Rajah, in this unity of women, than a simple love story
—— Antonia HoneywellTransforms an actual 19th-century sea voyage of female convicts into a striking drama. The ship's young matron chooses a group to sew a presentation quilt, but near their destination, someone stabs one of the quilters. Evocative sketches of those on board reveal the realities of poor women's lives - readers will be rewarded
—— Publisher's WeeklyA murder mystery with a great twist at the end . . . Gripping
—— iDangerous Women is a successful blend of two genres: a historical novel, inspired by real events, and a murder mystery with a great twist at the end. By the time I was halfway through I was completely gripped, and couldn't put it down
—— Wendy CopeAn enthralling narrative . . . lays bare the painful lives of these women, far from their homes and loved ones, and feeling the brutal weight of the law
—— Northern Life MagazineThis atmospheric narrative excels in its depiction of the relationship between female prisoners - largely petty criminals - and the tragic backstories that have brought them together
—— Mail on SundayPacked with atmosphere . . . a terrific read
—— Choice Magazine 'Book of the Month'A very fine novel - and, like the quilt it celebrates, a work of love
—— Mick HerronUtterly compelling and as finely wrought as the patchwork quilt that inspired the story
—— Minette Walters , author of the bestselling The Last HoursFascinating. Gives women without one a voice - a storming read
—— Helena PielichatyA compelling, immersive book that deftly weaves its beauty and pathos. I'm still thinking about it
—— Hilary McKayAn enthralling story, inspired by true events
—— BestA secret murder on a convict ship transporting women to Australia in 1841 . . . this is an intriguing story, with its root embedded in facts
—— Andrew TaylorIntriguing . . . [Hope Adams] can stitch a great story
—— Jewish ChronicleIn vivid detail, Hope Adams illuminates life in convict quarters on a stinking, storm-soaked ship, and delves into the lives of individual women and the small tragedies that have condemned them to be sent far away, with little hope of return
—— Jewish ChronicleA well-paced page-turner illuminating a forgotten story that reminds us how far we have come
—— Jewish ChroniclePulls you into the heart of its story, while celebrating redemption, rehabilitation and the good in people. All set to the backdrop of a truly fascinating slice of history
—— Phase Eight Book ClubHistorical events and characters are cleverly blended into a thought-provoking tale
—— CandisAdams disguises a social-history lesson on women's rights as a gripping period drama
—— Cosmopolitan