Description
Some villans thrive, many don’t survive.
All Alan Stewart craved was a better life for himself and his beloved wife Sonia. When the local villain Ron McCardle offers him a chance, he grabs it with both hands forever grateful to the man who becomes like a father to him. However, as the years pass, his life and sanity spiral out of control and he is left tormented by his demons, unable to recognise the man he has become.
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Emma –
Omg brilliant from start to finish….. read in 3 days I couldn’t put it down.
Looking forward to the next book.
Well done Sarah ❤️
Rachel –
I read this book in three days, I literally couldn’t put it down! Move over crime authors, Sarah E Hopkins has arrived! Absolutely brilliant, edge of your seat kind of book. Loved it
Kerry –
I can’t remember the last time I read a book in a day and a half ! Brilliant job Saran I loved it …… looking forward to book number 2 x
Paula –
I really enjoyed the book it kept me intrigued from start to finish
Hope there’s a book xxx well done Sarah x
Def a must read xx
Heather Vaisey –
This was a brilliant read. You really felt entwined with the characters lives and there were lots of twists that weren’t expected. Finished it in 2 days as i wanted to know what happened next. Can’t wait for the 2nd book.
Jane Graham –
Bought this book and couldn’t stop reading it it I woke up in the night dreaming I was in the story and had to start reading again . Soooo did not want it to end . Can’t wait for next one .
Joyce mccormick –
Absolutely a fantastic read just couldn’t put it down. Definitely the best I have read in a long time. So real and the twists just kept coming. This is definitely well worth a read. Well done Sarah E Hopkins
V Kelsey –
I loved the era that this was set in, as it was very relatable. The central characters and entwined threads of their lives kept me hooked. It was one of those books that you need to do the last third in one sitting, and I want to know what happens next. Another book please!
Sharon –
This took me less than 3 days to read and like the above reviews have said I couldn’t put it down and found the storyline was made easy to follow and loved the twist and terms throughout it. Definitely need another one please x
Kim Hislop –
I used to read an awful lot in my younger days but don’t seem to have the time anymore, well what fantastic read, I was intrigued from Chapter 2, so many little twists and turns along the way, such a well thought out story that had me instantly hooked, and finished it in 3 days! Well done Sarah E. Hopkins, I hope you have started the ball rolling for the sequel, I can’t wait!
Cassie Eager –
This is one of the best books I’ve read – literally couldn’t put it down! It’s honestly up there with Martina Cole. Can’t wait for a sequel Sarah! X
Jackie hayes –
Finished this book within 2 days. Absolutely brilliant with interesting characters and amazing storyline. This is one of the best books I have read and is a must for any reader. Cant wait for the sequel .
Jo Distefano –
Great story, great character development, great setting. This book had me engaged from beginning to end. It’s a great achievement and I look forward to seeing what else Sarah creates in future.
Tian O’donell –
So proud of Sarah . Beautifully written , so well thought out and lots of twists that kept me gripped.
Samantha Whelan –
I loved this book… good old fashioned crime novel following the life of a criminal with a heart!! Great first book from this author, looking forward to see what the future holds for her’