The Common Enemy
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Author Description
‘Highly recommended. Crime Writing at its very best’ – Kate Rhodes on The Last Straw, book 1 in the DCI Warren Jones seriesHow do you catch a man’s killer when everyone wanted him dead?In Middlesbury, a rally is being held by the British Allegiance Party – a far-right group protesting the opening of a new Mosque.When the crowd disperses, a body is found in an alleyway. Tommy Meegan, the loud-mouthed leader of the group, has been stabbed through the heart.Across town, a Muslim community centre catches fire in a clear act of arson, leaving a small child in a critical condition. And the tension which has been building in the town for years boils over.DCI Warren Jones knows he can’t afford to take sides – and must solve both cases before further acts of violent revenge take place. But, in a town at war with itself, and investigating the brutal killing of one of the country’s most-hated men, where does he begin?Don’t miss Paul Gitsham’s ingenious new DCI Warren Jones novel, The Common Enemy - pre-order now!Readers LOVE Paul Gitsham:‘Mr Gitsham is fast becoming one of my favourite authors’‘I love this series and hope Gitsham writes another book soon’‘Paul Gitsham never fails to produce a good story’‘I love the characters that Paul Gitsham has created’‘Will definitely read more from Paul Gitsham.’
Menrva's Summary
THE PULSE
A brutal murder ignites simmering racial tensions in a town on the brink of explosion. DCI Warren Jones is tasked with investigating the stabbing death of Tommy Meegan, the leader of a far-right group, shortly after a rally protesting a new mosque. Simultaneously, a mosque is targeted by arson, leaving a child in critical condition. Jones must navigate a town divided by hate and fear, solving both crimes before escalating violence leads to further retribution, all while maintaining neutrality in a deeply polarized environment.
INSIDE THE PAGES
- The investigation into the murder of Tommy Meegan, a controversial far-right leader.
- The parallel investigation into the arson attack on a local mosque.
- The rising tensions between a far-right group and the local Muslim community.
- DCI Warren Jones's struggle to remain impartial in a divided town.
- The threat of escalating violence and revenge attacks.
- The challenge of investigating the killing of a widely disliked figure.
- The narrative framework of a police procedural with dual investigations.
THE COLLECTIVE ECHO
The novel is praised for its compelling crime writing and intricate plotting, with readers particularly appreciating the series' characters and the author's consistent ability to deliver engaging stories. The premise sets up a tense, socially relevant mystery that challenges the protagonist to navigate complex community dynamics. The narrative is expected to maintain a brisk pace, focusing on the procedural aspects of the investigation within a charged atmosphere. This installment promises to be a strong entry in the DCI Warren Jones series, building on established reader loyalty.
Page Count:
384
Publication Date:
2018-01-01
Publisher:
HarperCollins
ISBN-10:
0008310165
ISBN-13:
9780008310165
Thriller
Crime
Mystery
