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End Game

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This is a fast paced Glaswegian gangland crime book.
This book is very gritty and kept me hooked throughout.
A good read

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Due to a sudden, unexpected passing in the family a few years ago and another more recently and my subsequent (mental) health issues stemming from that, I was unable to download this book in time to review it before it was archived as I did not visit this site for several years after the bereavements. This meant I didn't read or venture onto netgalley for years as not only did it remind me of that person as they shared my passion for reading, but I also struggled to maintain interest in anything due to overwhelming depression. I was therefore unable to download this title in time and so I couldn't give a review as it wasn't successfully acquired before it was archived. The second issue that has happened with some of my other books is that I had them downloaded to one particular device and said device is now defunct, so I have no access to those books anymore, sadly.

This means I can't leave an accurate reflection of my feelings towards the book as I am unable to read it now and so I am leaving a message of explanation instead. I am now back to reading and reviewing full time as once considerable time had passed I have found that books have been helping me significantly in terms of my mindset and mental health - this was after having no interest in anything for quite a number of years after the passings. Anything requested and approved will be read and a review written and posted to Amazon (where I am a Hall of Famer & Top Reviewer), Goodreads (where I have several thousand friends and the same amount who follow my reviews) and Waterstones (or Barnes & Noble if the publisher is American based). Thank you for the opportunity and apologies for the inconvenience.

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Again Anna pulls all the stops out for the next installment on the Casey crew. After the successful hijacking of the truck full of drugs, Kerry is happy to go legit. There isn't just her to think she has the little life growing inside of her. Vinny back undercover whi knows when she will see him next.
All us good in the hood till an old friend if her dad needs a favour. Can Kerry go back in her word? Does she need the hassle of the gangster life or is the pull of life in the sun the better offer..

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A brilliant sequel to Fight Back, it was great to catch up with Kerry and Co. The story was fast paced and gritty. I hope the series continues as the characters are brilliant and I need to know what they get up to next!

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End game by Anna Smith.
Physically and emotionally battered after the shocking events of Fight Back, gang leader Kerry Casey must pick herself up and get straight back into the fray. She may be struggling to deal with huge changes in her personal life, but in Glasgow there is no time for rest: when you're at the top of the pile, someone is always waiting to knock you down.
A very enjoyable read. I liked the story and some of the characters. Kerry was my favourite character. Couldn't put it down. 5*.

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Thank you net galley and Quercus for allowing me this ARC.

This is my kind of book, right up my strret, gangsters crime and violence. This has everything you want from a crime novel.
I have read Anna's books before but none from this series, which I am gutted about as I want to know the Casey's history and how Kerry has got to where she is.

I have now brought the others in the series Blood Feud and fight back just disappointed I didn't start from book 1.

5 out of 5 from me, great read. Roll on book 4

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A fast paced gritty gangland thriller. The sort of story which will transfer well to a serial or film. My husband would love it. For me there was too much bad language and violence, however I am aware that is just my preference. Overall a good plot written at a fast pace but with plenty of decent characterisation.

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This is a fast paced gangland crime thriller set in Glasgow.
Kerry is very comfortable after the drug bust but when an old friend of her fathers contacts her, she feels it’s only fair to listen to what he has to say.
Wolfie is trying to shift some diamonds following a bank job and due to falling out with the gang who were part of it with him, needs them gone, fast.
Kerry agrees to help but soon realises she’s just stepped in to a whole heap of trouble.
With Russians wanting their diamonds back and also some very incriminating video footage, there’s a race against time to stay one step ahead.
This is a gripping crime thriller that had me hooked throughout.
Thanks to Quercus Books and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book.

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Not read any from this author before,but I would love to read more.A great read from start to finish,would recommend to anyone who likes crime novels.Well written book.Is there further books by this author and is there a follow on to the end game.

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Another fantastic read from Anna Smith can't wait for the next book . I would highly recommend this book .It is a very good read .

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Oh. My word Anna you’ve done it again I love the character Kerry and what she gets up too , you had me hooked from page one a blinding good read , I could not put the book down ,I cannot recommend your novel enough ,cracking read and cannot wait to read your next book , thank you for bringing fantastic gritty story lines ,if I could give you more stars 🌟 I would as you deserve it Thank you Anna

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End Game is the third book in the Kerry Casey series of books and it did not disappoint. The story has a good plot, and is fast paced with many twists and turns. Highly enjoyable read which will leave you wanting more!

Thank you to Netgalley, Quercus Books and the author for an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

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Queen of gangster crime. This book does not let you down. Keeps you at the edge of your seat. One you can’t put down.

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Another fantastic book in this brilliant series, the story follows on from the last book to show how Kerry and her organisation are just getting their lives back on track after ripping off the Columbians. I can't rate these books enough, excellent, gritty gangland books at the very best which always end on a cliffhanger leaving you wanting more! Can't wait to find out what happens next!

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Fantastic book loved catching up with the old gang loved all the skullduggery anna Smith is a fantastic author I love all her bokks

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This is the first book I have read by Anna Smith and thoroughly enjoyed it. I couldn't put it down and it kept me enthralled for many hours! It is a story of gangsters, Wolfe and his daughter Hannah and Glasgow gang leader Kerry feature in this book about the theft of diamonds and also photos and dvd's.

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I enjoyed this novel a lot. Very well written and spellbinding, with an engaging cast of characters. An excellent crime thriller. Highly recommended.

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