I enjoyed this book, I was enthralled the whole way through. I felt as though I was trying to solve the murders with Detective Nikki Parekh and DC Sajid Malik. It was an interesting story to follow about a few murders that have happened recently, they are completely different but then they are teenagers so are they all related? I couldn't work out who the killer was and why, I found it such a compulsive and dark read and I cannot wait to read more by Liz Mistry.

This Bradford-based series from Liz Mistry continues to develop and improve, and this fourth instalment is a cracker. Because of physical and mental issues Nikki Parekh is forced to take a back seat for a while in this investigation but her influence is by no means damaged. A series of murders whose victims are teenagers but in which the MO differs presents a very tough case for Parekh ad the novel grips from start to finish. Excellent!

The book starts with Nikki Parekh at her lowest point and we follow her battle to recover from the death of her Mum and the pain of her father escaping justice.

With youngsters being killed by machete, the team have to try and find out why they have been killed and who is doing this without the help of Nikki.

This is a fast paced and gripping story. I found this to be a difficult read and I certainly had my eyes opened regarding certain subjects.

The author has written about some difficult subjects with sensitivity but also making sure the point gets across. This is an excellent series and I am looking forward to reading more..

My thanks to NetGalley and HQ Digital for my copy in exchange for my honest review.

DS Nikki Parekh is struggling mentally when a boy is found dead who looks just like her nephew. There have been a series of killings with machetes in the area. Then a son of a friend goes missing and what appears to be his ear is sent through to his mother. A new man is in charge who appears to have his own agenda.Who is behind these attacks and why? There appears to be more than one attacker and now the tactics have changed. What on earth is going on? Family is always paramount and when there are tensions within the community Nikki finds herself pulled betwixt and between.
I love this series. There is always a good strong plot line, a fast pace and a warmth of character in Liz’s books- something you can get your teeth into and feel that there is a tenacity to seek out justice amongst a complex case. This time a crime that is part woven in family connections which puts an interesting twist on things. A brilliantly thought out, well researched plot and a wonderfully entertaining read. Loved it.

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I always look forward to a new Liz Mistry book and this latest in the DS Nicki Parekh series certainly lived up to my expectations. It is a gritty Northern Crime Thriller, where things aren't always done by the book but the end results are what counts. Nicki is still struggling with her mental health after her breakdown at a crime scene but she is determined to deal with it and use the coping strategies that she has been taught. The author always seems to be spot on with her descriptions and obviously does extensive research into what she is writing about, for me that makes for a compelling and entertaining read.

Loved it, loved it, loved it. Cannot praise it highly enough. Such a good read Nikki, at her feisty best and Saj as her right hand man. This book has such a powerful storyline, you could really imagine it being real, which on many levels could be quite scary. As usual it is very well written and keeps you engaged in the plot and it’s development right through to its conclusion. The descriptions of the areas around Bradford as acknowledged by the author are very accurate, and very well described. Can’t wait to see what trouble will be in store for Nikki and her family in the next book.

A solid four star read. Great premise. Well written. Good characters. Page turner. Plenty of suspense to keep me guessing but I guessed the perpetrator. Would definitely read her next novel. Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the chance to review it.

I read this as a stand alone, not realising it was part of a series and I can honestly say I don't think that took away for how much I loved it at all!! It was so fast paced, I was glued to my kindle right until the end. There weren't any filler chapters or any point where it feels like the plot just isn't moving forwardw any, it's just constantly firing ahead and dragging the reader along for the ride!!! The characters are well written, there are so many twists and turns that soon you don't know which was is up. The only reason I was happy to get to the end of this book was that it now means I can and start the whole series over from the beginning!!!! Amazing!!!

When I first saw the email about this book tour I couldn't believe my luck! I have read the other books in this series and they are great reads and this book was no different! This author does a great job engaging with the readers! The characters are all likeable and easy to relate to! You could probably read this book as a stand alone but I don't know why you would! It's fast paced from start to finish! I really can't wait to see what happens next! Happy reading everyone!

This was a great read, the pacing was fast and even the whole way through and it was tense, suspenseful and unpredictable. I couldnt put this book down, I really enjoyed it.

Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher and author for this ARC.

After the last book, which I loved, I honestly thought can the author raise the bar again with her next book. The answer is yes she can. I thought this was a cracker of a read which starts a few weeks after the previous one ended and where Nikki is at a very low point in her life. She is asked by a friend to help find his missing son while at the same time teenagers are being murdered, and the team look for motives which include honour killings and arranged marriages This was a very well written, fast paced book which had my attention right from the start and all the way through. Liz Mistry has introduced a new DI, my first impressions were not good, I didn't like or take to him but I have to say as the book progressed he began to grow on me and I’d like to see how he develops in the next book. As always, the author doesn’t hold back with her writing and mental health issues are portrayed very realistically and with feeling. What I loved with this read is that Saj, one of my favourite side characters had a much bigger presence in the story and I enjoy reading of his support and friendship with Nikki, she trusts him implicitly and knows he has her back. And what an ending, I absolutely loved the last part of the book and found it one hell of a riveting and nail biting finale which sets up the next book very well. I can’t fault this book, series or author - I love her writing style and she certainly knows how to connect with her readers and keep that connection all the way through from beginning to end. Roll on book 5 is what I say

Blood Games is book 4 in the DS Nikki Parekh series by Liz Mistry. Parekh is a dedicated copper and an extremely good one. She can be a little unorthodox at times, but gets results. With her childhood history she has a few demons that raise their head at times, but her strength of character helps her in her battle as well as the support she has from her family and colleagues.

What a gripping read. I could feel my stomach muscles clench as I read, it was so good. Fast-paced right throughout. Best book in the series so far. It could probably be read on its own as it’s a complete story, but you would miss so much of the characters’ back stories. Something very disturbing is going on in Bradford. Honour and arranged/forced marriages make an appearance. Nikki’s partner, DC Sajid Malik, is a great match for her, showing great determination and strength of character. I really like him. A new DI makes an appearance so it will be interesting watching him develop. I think I’m going to like him too. This will probably be my top read of 2021.. Liz Mistry is a superb storyteller, with the characters very believable and the storylines so engrossing.

Blood Games is the latest book in the DS Nikki Parekh series. Having read all this authors previous books I was waiting with great anticipation for this and it did not disappoint, infact I think this is her best yet. There is many more heightened emotions, loss, grief and mental health issues which are well described. This is a crime thriller that is page turning, satisfying and will keep you guessing throughout.
All the characters are well described and given a depth for you to love or loath. Great insight is given into the minefield that teenagers/young adults of a certain ethnicity and religion have to negotiate with social media and peer pressure playing main roles.
Murders are occurring and as the book opens the third is found killed by a machete for no obvious reason. Gradually it becomes clearer that a group is targeting individuals, someone is being paid a good amount of money to kill to order, but who or why is the task the police have on their hands.
Same great characters as in the other books with the addition of a new DI who causes some unrest in the ranks, but someone I hope will be in future books.
A brilliant book that was a joy to read. My thanks to net galley and publisher for the opportunity to review this book honestly.

As with the previous books in this series this is another absorbing crime novel with interesting characters and just enough humour but for me it gets slightly outlandish towards the conclusion....

A fantastic read. I am loving this series.. This had me gripped from the start lots of twists. Looking forward to reading more

I loved this book! Nikki is still trying to come to terms with her mother’s murder and struggling at work. This is against a backdrop of some of the most horrific crimes the team have ever had to deal with. Gritty and gruesome this riveting story had me gripped from the first page.

I need to be pulled into the story from the start and unfortunately this book didn’t do that. It was the first title I had read by this author, but I won’t be put off and will give her other titles a go.

The latest nightmare to hit Bradford is machete attacks, and the victims are all in their teens. They're seemingly unconnected....

DS Nikki Parekh , off work after having a very public meltdown, is forced to see a "medical professional". In her absence, there's a new DI. Saj isn't impressed.

And nephew Haqib has girl trouble.

Meanwhile, there's a lot of trouble being stirred up on social media, and someone called The Fixer is not serving the community too well.

Can Nikki get back to work and to the bottom of what's going on before Bradford descends into total anarchy?

The latest brilliant instalment in a superb series

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Awesome book.
When a body is found at the edge of Chellow Dene reservoir Detective Nikki Parekh and DC Sajid Malik are quick to arrive.This is the third murder in the space of a few weeks. Each murder has a completely different MO, but there is one common theme… all the victims are teenagers. The dead boy reminds Nikki of her nephew, and she feels more helpless than ever. But then another boy goes missing. And this time his parents have been sent a threatening package too. The pattern is different again – is the killer just playing a game?
Wow it was a brilliant read. The best in the series.
Thanks to NetGalley and HQ for giving me an advance copy.