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Jessie Keane (Author)
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Release Date: 20 Jan 2011

Murder, loyalty and vengeance collide in Jessie Keane's gritty fourth novel.

Life is good for Gracie Doyle – running her Manchester casino keeps her busy. Until the police turn up at her door one day and her world is turned upside down. She is given news that her two estranged brothers have been viciously attacked. George is in hospital on a ventilator and worringly, Harry is missing.

Gracie has no option but to leave the good life and dip her toe into the murky waters of her East End past. She leaves for London in an attempt to avenge her brothers and in doing so uncovers some unsavoury secrets about the lifestyle they've been leading. Their little games have got them into big trouble with the wrong people…

She must keep her wits about her and try to find Harry, or it could prove fatal…

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  • Paperback: 464 pages
  • Publisher: Harper (20 Jan 2011)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0007349394
  • ISBN-13: 978-0007349395
  • Product Dimensions: 13 x 3 x 19.7 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (57 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 8,738 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Praise for Jail Bird:

'Fans of Martina Cole will love this' Teesside Evening Gazette

'Keane's have a grittiness and strong sense of place and character that make them especially compelling' Choice Magazine

Praise for Jessie Keane:

‘This is a riveting story, with gutsy, gritty characters and a genuine feel for the period.’ Books Monthly

‘A cracking story from a great new writer’ Mandasue Heller

'Jessie Keane gives us a fascinating insight into the rivalries and lifestyles of those who make fortunes out of a criminal way of life and of the lowlifes that carry out their orders.' Lincolnshire Echo

'Perfect for fans of Martina Cole and Lynda La Plante' Glamour

'Gritty and powerful, Martina Cole fans will love this addictive novel' Closer

'This is the sort of competition Martina Cole could do without and if Keane does hit the No. 1 spot it could be handbags, or more likely knuckledusters, at dawn' The Northern Echo

About the Author

Jessie Keane is the bestselling author of the Annie Carter trilogy, Dirty Game, Black Widow and Scarlet Women. Her most recent novel, Jail Bird, introduces a new heroine, Gracie Doyle that fans will love. Jessie lives in Hampshire.

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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars It was worth the wait 28 Jan 2011
By Best Books To Read TOP 100 REVIEWER
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Jessie Keane started off her books with an absolutely brilliant trilogy featuring a character by the name of Annie Bailey. When I finished them I was a little worried about whether her follow on books would create such good characters. Thankfully her following book Jail Bait was a great book too with brilliant plot and characters.

This latest book is of exactly the same making. We meet Gracie Doyle who is far from perfect but is great to read about. There is no hanging around waiting for the plot to develop, we get thrown straight into it with the mysterious disappearance and assault on her two estranged brothers.

What I especially loved about this book was the fact that JK split it into two sections. We read Gracie' story and see the story develop as she learns about her brothers before launching herself into their life down in London. We then also see the story a few weeks prior to that involving Harry and George.

Gracie's ex-husband Lorcan runs his own casino in London and help's Gracie in her search to find out what has happened. That element in the story adds another thread as we get to see the ex-partners battle out their own problems whilst trying to help Gracie's brothers. I loved the fact that the story is really fast paced and the fact that it is no-hold barred. I shouldn't have worried that Jessie Keane wouldn't produce the goods because as ever she has written a great book.

I really like the fact that the story moves down south as it has a lot more gritty realism being set on the streets of London (or at least it did for me). The story does touch on some sensitive issues but it is dealt with really well. I loved the ending as well which was an added bonus.

All you need for a good crime book in my opinion is a great story, strong characters and great writing. I can assure you that Jessie Keane has all three in abundance. If I am being 100% honest, I still miss Annie Bailey the character from her first books a little bit but to be fair her current books are just as good.

Highly recommended!
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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars The Best One Yet 23 Jan 2011
By Bracken
Format:Paperback
I have read all of Jessie Keanes books so far and I think they keep getting better. The Make reminds me of Kimberley Chambers books - lots happening from the beginning to the end. I think this is Jessie Keanes best book so far and I read it in a day, I couldn't put it down. There are not too many characters so you can keep up with the plot easily and I like the way it told the story from the different characters too.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars fantastic book 9 Feb 2011
By essex girl
Format:Paperback
I can thoroughly recommend this latest book by a fantastic author. The way it was written was unusual as each chapter was alternated with the main characters stories, which all come together at the end, very clever as it certainly kept the reader interested. I didn't want the book to end, but couldn't put it down. Can't wait for the next book from a very talented author, I've read all Jessie Keane's books and they just get better.
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5.0 out of 5 stars brilliant read
Again Jessie keane doesn't disappoint another great thrilling book with a great author! Worth a read!! Enjoy :) x x
Published 1 day ago by lc65568
5.0 out of 5 stars The make
Jessie Keane is a brilliant writer have enjoyed all her books can't wait for her new one in July already got it on order
Published 6 days ago by mrs gloria Byrne
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Jessie Kane is an excellent writer. This book kept me engrossed all the time would certainly recommend it. Keep them coming looking forward to reading more of her books.
Published 16 days ago by john
1.0 out of 5 stars Not keen on keane
Chose this because of the great reviews (I have since stopped reading them as so far have never agreed with a single 5 star writeup) & WHAT A LET DOWN. Read more
Published 26 days ago by musiclover
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it
I love Jessie Keane books. Very gritty, brilliant stories that I get very involved in. I love her characters and cannot wait to find out what happens to them.
Published 1 month ago by Janet
5.0 out of 5 stars A great read!
I'm a Martina Cole fan so Jessie Keane books are exactly my thing. This book did not disappoint and I would highly recommend it.
Published 1 month ago by Michelle O'Shea
5.0 out of 5 stars so enjoyable
all jessie keane books are terrific.ive already said in my last review how much i enjoy her books that goes for all of them .
Published 1 month ago by Mrs. Patricia Ferry
4.0 out of 5 stars Good
Really enjoyed this read. Jessie Keane takes you into another world. Looking forward to the next one. Hope it soon
Published 2 months ago by Theresa, Sudbury
5.0 out of 5 stars The Make
Loved it it was a gripping plot .Jessie Keane is in the same mould as .Martina Cole .keeps you enthralled Thoroughly enjoyed and would recommend to all keen followers of thrillers.
Published 2 months ago by Unknown
5.0 out of 5 stars good read
i'd say Jessie Keane books as just as good as Martina Cole IF not better. enjoyed everyone I've read so far. The Annie Bailey set of 4 is the best out of them all.
Published 2 months ago by julie
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