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'Connor's plot is enthralling, his characters sharp and vital: FALLING is a compelling, intelligent thriller, placing everyday normality in dramatic relief against the horrific experiences of Sharpe and her colleagues.' (FINANCIAL TIMES )
'Compelling' (Matthew Lewin GUARDIAN )
'The writing is skilled and the West Yorkshire background described with authority in a plot based on racial tensions and their explosive repercussions... not a comfortable reading but a gripping one' (LITERARY REVIEW )
'Enjoyably intricate and well-composed' (Susanna Yager SUNDAY TELEGRAPH )
'[a] taut thriller' (SAINSBURY'S MAGAZINE )
'Connor's moving up the ladder of police procedural mastery and in the brittle but determined cop Karen he has a secure pension.' (DAILY SPORT )
'John Connor builds upon the promise of A Child's Game with another fine effort' (EVENING HERALD )
'A thrilling and fast-moving novel from a star of UK crime writing. 8/10' (PETERBOROUGH EVENING TELEGRAPH )
'a superb cast of characters, a gritty and appalling window into the race riots that took their toll on Bradford... and also with a crashing, blockbuster of an ending that sees justice meted out to those who deserve it the most.' (BOOKBAG )
'A gritty, noirish series with a fantastic protagonist' (TANGLED WEB )
'Totally absorbing, Falling is a great read and a testament to John Connor's immense skills as a writer of some considerable worth.' (CHRISHIGH.COM )
'A gripping read' (LEICESTER MERCURY )
'[a] fast-paced, explosive thriller, which makes for a great read' (WESTERN DAILY PRESS )
'Karen Sharpe makes a very good heroine not least because she is tough and not simpering... The book ends on a frustrating cliff-hanger - but that bodes well that there is more to come.' (DERBY EVENING TELEGRAPH ) --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
'Compelling' (Matthew Lewin GUARDIAN )
'The writing is skilled and the West Yorkshire background described with authority in a plot based on racial tensions and their explosive repercussions... not a comfortable reading but a gripping one' (LITERARY REVIEW )
'Enjoyably intricate and well-composed' (Susanna Yager SUNDAY TELEGRAPH )
'[a] taut thriller' (SAINSBURY'S MAGAZINE )
'Connor's moving up the ladder of police procedural mastery and in the brittle but determined cop Karen he has a secure pension.' (DAILY SPORT )
'John Connor builds upon the promise of A Child's Game with another fine effort' (EVENING HERALD )
'A thrilling and fast-moving novel from a star of UK crime writing. 8/10' (PETERBOROUGH EVENING TELEGRAPH )
'a superb cast of characters, a gritty and appalling window into the race riots that took their toll on Bradford... and also with a crashing, blockbuster of an ending that sees justice meted out to those who deserve it the most.' (BOOKBAG )
'A gritty, noirish series with a fantastic protagonist' (TANGLED WEB )
'Totally absorbing, Falling is a great read and a testament to John Connor's immense skills as a writer of some considerable worth.' (CHRISHIGH.COM )
'A gripping read' (LEICESTER MERCURY )
'[a] fast-paced, explosive thriller, which makes for a great read' (WESTERN DAILY PRESS )
'Karen Sharpe makes a very good heroine not least because she is tough and not simpering... The book ends on a frustrating cliff-hanger - but that bodes well that there is more to come.' (DERBY EVENING TELEGRAPH ) --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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'Connor's plot is enthralling, his characters sharp and vital: FALLING is a compelling, intelligent thriller, placing everyday normality in dramatic relief against the horrific experiences of Sharpe and her colleagues.' FINANCIAL TIMES 'Compelling' -- Matthew Lewin GUARDIAN 'The writing is skilled and the West Yorkshire background described with authority in a plot based on racial tensions and their explosive repercussions... not a comfortable reading but a gripping one' LITERARY REVIEW 'Enjoyably intricate and well-composed' -- Susanna Yager SUNDAY TELEGRAPH '[a] taut thriller' SAINSBURY'S MAGAZINE 'Connor's moving up the ladder of police procedural mastery and in the brittle but determined cop Karen he has a secure pension.' DAILY SPORT 'John Connor builds upon the promise of A Child's Game with another fine effort' EVENING HERALD 'A thrilling and fast-moving novel from a star of UK crime writing. 8/10' PETERBOROUGH EVENING TELEGRAPH 'a superb cast of characters, a gritty and appalling window into the race riots that took their toll on Bradford... and also with a crashing, blockbuster of an ending that sees justice meted out to those who deserve it the most.' BOOKBAG 'A gritty, noirish series with a fantastic protagonist' TANGLED WEB 'Totally absorbing, Falling is a great read and a testament to John Connor's immense skills as a writer of some considerable worth.' CHRISHIGH.COM 'A gripping read' LEICESTER MERCURY '[a] fast-paced, explosive thriller, which makes for a great read' WESTERN DAILY PRESS 'Karen Sharpe makes a very good heroine not least because she is tough and not simpering... The book ends on a frustrating cliff-hanger - but that bodes well that there is more to come.' DERBY EVENING TELEGRAPH
--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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I am a big fan of the Karen Sharpe series and John Connor is going from strength to strength.
Karen Sharpe of the West Yorkshire Police is investigating a seemingly random murder during a burglary and a frenzied attack on a model. Karen suspects a racial motive to both crimes and with race relations at breaking point, Karen is going through her own personal meltdown as her past threatens to catch up with her.
John Connor is at the height of his powers in this one and once again shows a masterful handling of tension and action, a keen eye for the procedural and an in-depth knowledge of law and order. Leeds and Bradford and their environs are vibrantly portrayed, and he has in Karen Sharpe, a lead who is fascinating, brittle, yet tough, and sometimes brutal. She is far more interesting than the usual fare. She is not a divorcee with a drink problem and a minor quirk, thank god. She would present an actress with a meaty role.
The sense of the consequences of crime, often sketched over by others in pursuit of pure entertainment, comes through in his novels, not least in FALLING. The trauma of crime upon the victims and the police men and women is shown in full force and it makes for unsettling but compelling reading. His biography states that he worked as a CPS barrister on many homicide cases, and the authenticity shines through.
Thoroughly recommended and definitely a star in the ascendance. Can't wait for the next one.
Karen Sharpe of the West Yorkshire Police is investigating a seemingly random murder during a burglary and a frenzied attack on a model. Karen suspects a racial motive to both crimes and with race relations at breaking point, Karen is going through her own personal meltdown as her past threatens to catch up with her.
John Connor is at the height of his powers in this one and once again shows a masterful handling of tension and action, a keen eye for the procedural and an in-depth knowledge of law and order. Leeds and Bradford and their environs are vibrantly portrayed, and he has in Karen Sharpe, a lead who is fascinating, brittle, yet tough, and sometimes brutal. She is far more interesting than the usual fare. She is not a divorcee with a drink problem and a minor quirk, thank god. She would present an actress with a meaty role.
The sense of the consequences of crime, often sketched over by others in pursuit of pure entertainment, comes through in his novels, not least in FALLING. The trauma of crime upon the victims and the police men and women is shown in full force and it makes for unsettling but compelling reading. His biography states that he worked as a CPS barrister on many homicide cases, and the authenticity shines through.
Thoroughly recommended and definitely a star in the ascendance. Can't wait for the next one.
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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The 4th in the DC Karen Sharpe series, the violence is terrifying but this is certainly a compelling read.
The action is immediate with the brutal murder of Enisa Fleming, a young Asian woman who is heavily pregnant. Sharpe is called in to assist the team allocated to the case and it is hoped that her experience and approach will open up Enisa's husband who was brutally attacked and witnessed her murder and their 6-year old daughter who was found with her parents.
Sharpe is scarred herself through the ordeals she and her own 13-year old daughter have suffered through Sharpe's former undercover work. "Falling" unravels her character through insights into her thought processes as her past impacts upon her current life and cases.
There is also a violent attack on another young woman and racial unrest and riots.
Connor pays close attention to police procedural details and his writing gets better with each novel - it is visual and sensory. I'm so glad I have discovered this author.
The action is immediate with the brutal murder of Enisa Fleming, a young Asian woman who is heavily pregnant. Sharpe is called in to assist the team allocated to the case and it is hoped that her experience and approach will open up Enisa's husband who was brutally attacked and witnessed her murder and their 6-year old daughter who was found with her parents.
Sharpe is scarred herself through the ordeals she and her own 13-year old daughter have suffered through Sharpe's former undercover work. "Falling" unravels her character through insights into her thought processes as her past impacts upon her current life and cases.
There is also a violent attack on another young woman and racial unrest and riots.
Connor pays close attention to police procedural details and his writing gets better with each novel - it is visual and sensory. I'm so glad I have discovered this author.
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