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Salt in the Wounds

Michael Brady, Book 1

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Salt in the Wounds

By: Mark Richards
Narrated by: Luke R Francis
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His best friend has been murdered, his daughter's in danger.

There's only one answer. Going back to his old life.

The one that cost him his wife…

Michael Brady was a high-flying detective, working on a high-profile case.

And much too close to the truth.

Someone arranged a hit-and-run.

But they missed Brady. And hit his wife.

And after six months sitting by her bed, he took the only decision he could take. He turned the machine off.

Now he's back home in Whitby. Trying to rebuild his life. And be a good dad to his teenage daughter.

But when his best friend is murdered Brady–unwillingly at first–is drawn into the investigation.

And when the only people he has left are threatened, he finds there's only one answer.

Going back to his old life…

Salt in the Wounds is the first novel from award winning writer and blogger Mark Richards. It's set in Whitby, on the North Yorkshire coast, and tells the story of former Detective Inspector Michael Brady. His wife's dead and he's back in his home town–trying to rebuild his life and be a good dad to his 13 year old daughter.

©2020 Mark Richards (P)2020 W. F. Howes Ltd
Crime Thrillers Suspense Thriller Thriller & Suspense Fiction Marriage

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excellent story

I enjoyed the plot with likeable characters. based in a familiar location. Looking forward to the next in the series. all good.

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An excellent listen!

An all round brilliant experience. Great characters, realistic story and well read! I’m looking forward to the second Mike Brady book!

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There is a great storyline.

This book had great characters. A good story to follow. I’m looking forward to the next book in the series.

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Great Listen

Really enjoyed this book. Good story, with the main character being well rounded and believable. Like all detective novels silly at times, but for the most part very grounded. It does tend to wonder into his past too much for me and we get to hear all his frustrations. But that is most probably just me. At the time of writing this was free in Audible Plus. But would gladly paid a credit. Which is what I have just done in purchasing book 2!

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Good story

Disliked all the bad language found it a distraction from the story otherwise it was great

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Pretty good as a starting point

Liked the ideas and parts of the story very engaging but the constant flip from now to then got tedious.
The brother-in-law was extreme (no real need for his foul language either) and the dogged yet stupid copper angle is a bit hackneyed.
Ending was good and there seems to be some halt in the war between father and daughter.
Very sound and solid narration with some good accents.
Will reserve full judgement after a second book.,

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Very enjoyable.

A very enjoyable listen. Following the loss of his wife Michael Brady retires to Whitby but circumstances pull him back in to investigating after the death of his friend. A variety of twists and turns throughout the book keep you guessing what the outcome will be. Highly recommended for fans of crime mysteries. Very good narration brings the story to life.

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We grew along with Michael’s journey

As Brady’s story unfolded and his liaisons grew I feel as a listener I was drawn to liking him and growing along with him.
A bit maverick for someone who is a DCI but really enjoyed the story and will definitely listen to more in the series

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Great story

Loved this book. Not listened to this author before but will be looking for more books now. Was sorry when it ended.

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kept me interested but

a good story but a bit predictable . l was disappointed that l saw some of the red herrings in advance

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