Above Suspicion (Hardcover)

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Review
Fans of La Plante will be disappointed if they're expecting another Prime Suspect or Trial & Retribution case. Instead of the cigarette-smoking DI Jane Tennison brought to life by Helen Mirren, or the ambitious and competent policewoman played by Kate Buffery, we have the girlish and inexperienced Anna Travis, newly appointed to the Murder Squad. To a DCI faced with the possibility of a serial killer whose activities have gone undetected for years, she doesn't seem like a great asset. But before long, Travis is proving her worth as a detective, and learning a little more about men - and clothes - in the process. The novel is confidently written. It takes the reader up close to the organic processes of decay and the stainless steel horrors of dissection. It visits several maimed and stunted lives, then explores the methodology of a sociopathic serial killer. The seedy world of prostitutes and those who prey on them is clearly rendered. These women are not only victims but predators themselves, exploiting children for financial gain and perpetuating the cycle of sexual hatred and violence. Against this backdrop, Anna's innocence is rather endearing, though it's perhaps less interesting than Tennison's world-weary determination. Anna tends to be swayed by the men with whom she comes into contact, whether that be her father, her boss or the charming murderer. Nevertheless, La Plante has created a new option for herself and it will be worth keeping an eye open to see how this new character develops. In the meantime, read Above Suspicion for its well-paced plot and believable dialogue. (Kirkus UK)

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Instead of Jane Tennison immortalised by Helen Mirren in PRIME SUSPECT, think Anna Travis in ABOVE SUSPICION, Lynda's wonderful new creation of a female detective for today. A rookie detective, Anna is about to embark on her first murder case - and it couldn't be a more serious, more gruesome series of murders. The killings began eight years before; now the body count is up to six. The method of killing is identical, the backgrounds of the girls very similar - all of them prostitutes. As the book opens, a seventh body is found, same modus operandi but the victim this time is a young student, sweet, innocent, with 'the face of an angel'. Anna stumbles on a vital piece of information which links one man to the killings. But that man is a household name, a well-known and much-loved actor, with charm, good looks and the gift of the gab. Denial springs easily and confidently to his lips; his protestation of innocence is convincing. What if he is arrested, in the face of huge publicity, and he is the wrong man? This is Lynda La Plante at her best, creating a compelling, charismatic new detective in Anna Travis, and bringing to vivid life on the page a completely gripping crime thriller,

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews   13 of 14 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Wow! I could not put this down, 5 Sep 2005 By  C. Kawczynski "Charlie" (Gloucester) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    This review is from: Above Suspicion (Paperback) The last few LLP books I have read haven't been great so I started this one with trepidation - after page 1 I was hooked! I stayed up half the night reading and blamed the fact that I had bags under my eyes on my 11 week old son. Suffice to say after doing the motherly duties, I kept on reading and had the book finished within 24 hours <i know, i know, terrible mother!>. It reminded me of Prime Suspect, LLP at her best but I felt this was better. I sincerely hope she caries on with this character as she is just great. I am already looking forward to her next book Comment Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this)   11 of 12 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars What would it be like if Robson Jerome were secretly a serial killer?, 31 Aug 2007 By  Bezerus Bezby "Bez" (Leeds, UK) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)       This review is from: Above Suspicion (Paperback) No, just messin, but seriously, La Plante comes up with a fascinating plotline. A serial killer is afoot and he might just be a very well known and well liked actor. It's up to young Detective Anna Travis to get to the truth. But, is she getting too close to the suspect? I can't really picture Hugh Grant, for example, as a serial killer, but La Plante paints a convincing picture. It took me only a morning to read this book, so hooked on it was I. Enjoy! (If I had to put money on an actor that could turn into a serial killer, it'd probably be Brad Pitt- way too convincing in Kalifornia!) Comment Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this)   4 of 4 people found the following review helpful: 4.0 out of 5 stars Above Suspicion, 30 Oct 2005 By  David R Hanley (Broxbourne, Hertfordshire United Kingdom) - See all my reviews This review is from: Above Suspicion (Paperback) This was the first book I have read from this author and very good I found it too. A very easy read and fast-moving story although finding a few legal errors were disappointing. Read it on and off over three days and would certainly read more by this author again. Comment Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this) Share your thoughts with other customers: Create your own review › See all 15 customer reviews...		Ad feedback   Most Recent Customer Reviews 5.0 out of 5 stars Gripping story This is the first Lynda La Plante book which i have read and all I can say is 'WOW'. A fantastic story that will have you gripped from the start.10/10 Published 4 months ago by lisa critcher 4.0 out of 5 stars A really good read with compassion shown towards the victims of crime This is the first of the series featuring Anna Travis, a young DS, who has been appointed to the Murder Squad run by DCI Langton. Read more Published 8 months ago by Snapdragon 5.0 out of 5 stars Superb Having read Red Dahlia and Bella Mafia I am on a Lynda La Plante purge. I have just finished Above Suspicion and all I can say is WOW what a thoroughly enjoyable read. Read more Published 10 months ago by W. E. Murray 3.0 out of 5 stars A good read but ruined by the character Langton This was my first La Plante book, and I will read the next book in this series 'the red dahlia'. However I won't be in a rush to get my copy. Read more Published on 9 May 2007 by molko 2.0 out of 5 stars Don't bother This was my first book by Lynda La Plante and it will definitely be my last one. The plot is predictable, the investigation full of unlikely coincidences and most of all it is... Read more Published on 18 Oct 2006 by zxqz 2.0 out of 5 stars so-so this is the first LLP book that I have read and I wouldn't necessarily run out and buy another one. It was okay in that I finished it (If I really hate a book I usually don't... Read more Published on 5 Sep 2006 by coolmum 123 3.0 out of 5 stars Routine police drama A solid story about the police team hunting a serial killer. Lynda La Plante prefers credible detection and detail to melodramatic plot twists. Read more Published on 27 April 2006 by Paul Sloane 4.0 out of 5 stars A very good read Like many of the other reviewers, this was the first book I have read by Lynda La Plante and I really enjoyed it. Read more Published on 13 Jan 2006 5.0 out of 5 stars Unputdownable! This was the first book I have read by this author, although I have watched the tv adaptations before. Read more Published on 15 Sep 2005 1.0 out of 5 stars Chick-lit masquerading as crime fiction This is the first LLP book I've read, and it will certainly be my last. Perhaps her earlier work was better, but on the strength of this I can't imagine how she came to be so... Read more Published on 3 Aug 2005 by Scott Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews › See all 15 customer reviews...

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