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The Unlucky Ones (Detective Jessica Daniel thriller series Book 14)

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Part of a series, but can be read as a stand alone. Detective Jessica Daniel has to get into the mind of a serial killer. Her and her partner need to discover who the unsub is before murders happen. A good, suspenseful read. Great characters.

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It's no secret, I'm a huge Kerry Wilkinson fan and an even bigger fan of his Jessica Daniel series. I can't believe here we are at book 14. Wow, this woman has been through some stuff.
Each and every book for me just get's better. It's not just the stories and the cases that drag me in, I love following the lives of these fictional characters, and Jessica Daniel feels like a personal friend. I know more about her than I do of myself.
Another great instalment here to the series. I find when there are so many books in a series it's so much better to read the books in order.
This one didn't feel as action packed as some of the other books, but still a superbly enjoyable read, I loved how we got to see more of Jessica in her private life as well as her work life.
The team are investigating an accident in which Jessica herself was involved with, the story flows along nicely and in parts really does grip you. A second case is woven into the story and really drags you along with it.
Another superb read from an author who for me just doesn't write fast enough. Saying that if He released a book a week i'd still complain it wasn't quick enough.
I look forward to reading more, and can't wait for the next one.

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A really good thriller with plenty of action. This is a really good series with likeable characters. I would recommend any of Kerry Wilkinson’s books.

Thank you to Netgalley for my copy.

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Number 14 in the series. I am a massive fan of Kerry Wilkinson. Having read all of her books I am left with only one problem......the wait for the next one!!!
Kerry never lets us down and magically just gets better and better!! If you haven't read her books yet then you are definitely missing out!!
Thanks to Netgalley and Bookouture for allowing me to read this Arc.

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Another well written instalment in this well established series, fast paced, twisted and with a unique, clever plot.

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This book was a little bit of a struggle for me. The plot felt like it was building up to a much more explosive ending than it actually had. It felt anti-climatic and I sat there and thought "that's it ... that's the ending?" It seemed to be an abrupt end with more questions than closure. In all fairness, I seem to have a harder time with books based in England, I don't seem to get as 'into' them as other locations and this is book #14 in a series I haven't read. Those two factors could have played a part in this book falling short for me.

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What can I say, fantastic as usual, you just can't go wrong with a Kerry wilkinson book, the Jessica Daniel series just gets better and better, I'd highly recommend if you love a good police procedural book with a gritty pace

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This is book 14 and I had not read any of the prior books. This book was able to stand alone. From the first chapter you are thrown right into the action. The relationship between Jessica and Archie was great and I loved Jessica’s character she is fiesty and mouthy. An enjoyable and quick read and I am excited to track down the first 13 in the series.

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Police thriller with fast paced story and good characters. Lots of twists and turns in a quite unusual story.

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I absolutely love these books. There are many storylines running concurrently throughout but are neatly tied up in the end. I look forward to the next in this series

Many thanks to the publishers and netgalley for the advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

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Very interesting premise dying in a way they survived previously. The characters work tirelessly to solve the question of who is behind the crimes and the why.
Thank you to netgalley and the publisher for the arc in return for an honest review

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3.5 stars, rounded up

The 14th book in this series takes awhile to get going. And lacked the snarky humor that was more prevalent in the past. In this book, two individuals that had previously escaped death, one by drowning and the other being hit by a car, end up dying under similar circumstances to their previous close encounters. The second actually dies when he’s pushed in front of a car being driven by Archie. Is it just unfortunate or is someone murdering them? Meanwhile, Jessica has a new assignment at an estate with no crime. It’s fairly obvious what’s going on there, but can she prove it?

We don’t get to see as much of Jessica’s team in this book, other than Archie, which I found disappointing. I always think the strength of this series lies in the interaction between the characters.

I enjoy this series, but I can’t say this book was one of my favorites. It’s still fast paced and this plot was definitely different than the normal serial killer thriller. It just lacked the zing of the previous books.

My thanks to netgalley and Bookouture for an advance copy of this book.

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Thoroughly enjoy the ongoing storyline of Jessica Daniels and her team.

This story was a little different to the usual police tales. Love the dry sense of humour in these books.

I’m already looking forward to book 15 in the series.

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The crime rate on the notorious Lees estate has dropped, to the delight of top brass but the bafflement of those on the ground. Meanwhile, across Manchester there is a series of deaths linked by the deceased having "cheated" death in a similar manner just months before. Are these coincidental accidents or serial murders?

A gritty yet humorous Manchester crime thriller with a nicely flawed lead character.. The series still feels fresh. Equally, the book could be enjoyed standalone.

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I have a read a few in this series, however I have missed out 12 and 13 for some reason. I don't feel like I have missed anything whilst reading number 14,as it can be a standalone. I really enjoyed this book to the point I read it in one day, staying up late to finish it off. Jessica isan interesting copper but without having the usual demons that sometimes fly round in police procedure books. It was a straightforward read with some good Twists and turns.
I will definitely now catch up on those that I missed.

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Yet another book with Jessica at the helm. It seems straightforward, they always do. The one thing and experienced reader of this set of stories knows, it is layered. Serial killer, yep, bit it is never just that simple. There is once specific scene that had me right there with her in blanket fear. Kerry did a bang up job on this story. It's many layers, and complex emotions keeps the reader wanting more. It's a series I love to dip into. Jessica's current life is so real, and the emotions played out in a way that any reader can relate. I was able to pre-read this novel thanks to Netgalley offering it in exchange for a non-biased review.

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Thank you to Bookouture and Netgalley for the opportunity to review this book.

This is book 14 in this series which is new to me. I was concerned that I would not have a clue what was going on with the characters and whilst things were alluded to from past books it in no way affected the storyline for this book.

Jessica is investigating an accident which she is involved in at the start of the book. She is left wondering if it really was an accident.

I read this book in 2 sittings (only because I had to sleep) and loved every single page of it. Kerry Wilkinson has my kind of dry humour so even with everything going on there were still some laughs along the way. I also liked the fact that the writer wrote a straight up story in chronological order with no flash backs or sections from the perpetrator’s point of view so you were finding things out at the same time as Jessica. It made for a refreshing change.

I’m so happy I have discovered this series and will be reading the back catalogue whilst waiting for book 15!

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Thank you to Netgalley, the publisher and the author for the opportunity to read this book in return for a review based upon my honest opinion.

Another great Jessica Daniels book! I love this character, she is so damaged and I just want her to fine herself and sort out her life, meanwhile, she gets thrown into two mysteries and is the only one who sees. The connections in one car until it’s almost too late Not as much involvement within the either officers in this book but a great story. Can’t wait for the next one!

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Another gripping story by Kerry Wilkinson,
Jessica Daniels is one of my favourite detectives, and love the characters who accompany her
This series just grows and grows
Cant wait for the next instalment

Thank you netgalley, Kerry Wilkinson and Bookouture for allowing me to read and review this book.

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Another fantastic story from Kerry Wilkinson and her character Detective Jessica Daniel. A strange modus operandi for a serial killer, murders carried out in a bizarre way, and an even more bizarre motive!

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