Location: United Kingdom
Member Since: Sep. 26, 2011
Vic Wats
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- Blood Guilt
on Oct. 17, 2011
DI Harlan Miller's life is spiralling out of control. He and his wife are failing to conceive, he's drinking too much and his career is in jeopardy. But things get even worse one night in a pub - one punch leaves him in jail for manslaughter, his career and his marriage over. On his release, four years later, Harlan feels life holds nothing for him. His wife is engaged, he has no job and he is wracked with guilt over the accident that changed his life forever. All he wants to do is make amends to the family he left without a father and a husband. However, what Harlan couldn't have expected was to be given the opportunity to atone by saving the dead man's son who has been abducted. Set in Sheffield, UK, 'Blood Guilt' examines the consequences one mistake can have on many people's lives. 'Blood Guilt' is a well-written, taut thriller with more twists and turns than a theme park ride. Just when you think you have everything worked out, Cheetham brings another stunning twist to the story. The characters are realistic and intelligently written, demonstrating a real understanding of modern-day Britain and the characters lurking among us. This story keeps you hanging until the very last page - a great read.
- A Scattering of Ashes
on Nov. 10, 2011
'Tales from the Frontline' is exactly what it says on the cover - it's a collection of stories inspired by Craig's time in the British Army. Serving in Northern Ireland, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Kosovo, Cyprus Afghanistan and Iraq, Craig got plenty of inspiration. These short stories are beautifully written, with lots of description. Craig's writing is really evocative and I felt I was in the stories. Many of these stories are hard-hitting and difficult to read because you know Craig's stories really are happening. The stories are a mixture of humour, grit and poignancy. Craig tries to write in different styles, giving each of his individual characters a believable voice. Some of the characters aren't politically correct, nor do they hold back with colourful language - this just adds to the realism. This is a really important read for anyone - it shows what war really means to those on the frontline: before, during and after service.