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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
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good story

a good story line, it had a good ending, well worth a listen, lovely narrator.

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Excellent start to a new series.

A well written, well narrated story. Interesting characters and a developing plot theme around the main character which will clearly carry on into book 2. Well worth a listen.

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Also great new find!

A great listen, likeable characters and a good story. I will definitely try the next in the series.

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Great story and narration

Pacy detective story, Good characters and setting. Beautifully read. I am moving straight onto volume 2.

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Interesting premise

Story plausible and engaging, well read with distinct characters. Lacked pace at times, wearing to hear protagonist’s continual self-recrimination for not understanding his daughter and astonishing disregard for obvious danger, given his being an experienced police officer.

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Amazing story.

Great story with believable characters, the plot is well paced. The performance brilliant. Absolutely great overall. I would definitely recommend it to others.

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Lost its way

Not enough likeable things about this story. Main character…, supporting characters….boring….story…had promise, but threw in the towel.

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I like the writing style very much

Thoroughly enjoyed this book .. likeable main character without the ubiquitous doom and gloom …first time I’ve read this author’s work and looking forward to the next in the series

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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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Great book

What a great listen! Great story and the best narration! Really gripping and interesting throughout. Looking forward to listening to more

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