The Misper

A great insight into the lives of kids who get involved in county lines. The police have such a difficult job to do which was obvious from this touching story. A real page turner which was really sad at times and very touching. A tremendously good read.

This was a well written exciting novel that described the fear and worry about county lines drug dealing and how difficult it can be to police it. The characters were well described and I enjoyed the plot lines and twists.

Kate London’s The Misper is a continuation of her previous books picking up with the aftermath of not only the death of a police officer but also the subsequent court trial.

The Misper, whilst still a police procedural, is more of a what happened next and is an enjoyable book although probably more enjoyable if you have read the previous books by this author.

Overall a good read.

The Misper, by Kate London, is the fourth book in a series that started with The Tower (dramatised by ITV), though it works well as a stand-alone read. It follows the fortunes of convict Ryan Kennedy, who killed a Metropolitan Police officer, Detective Inspector Kieran Shaw, while being arrested and is on trial. DI Sarah Collins is determined to convict Kennedy and provide justice for Kieran’s family, including his young son, Connor. Connor’s mother, Lizzie Griffiths, is also serving officer, and she is on desk duties as she struggles with her grief and the challenges of being a single parent.

When fifteen-year-old Leif disappears from a London estate, his mother and little brother are anxious. The police explain they would look for him, but they lack resources and statistically he will probably turn up soon. What they don’t yet know is that Leif has been pressured into doing a little job by his local drugs gang. When what he was carrying is stolen, he finds himself in debt to people he didn’t want to work for in the first place. They have plans for him and make it clear: if he wants to survive – if he wants his family to be safe – he’d better do what they ask. Even if it means risking everything.

Kate London does a fantastic job of creating flawed-yet-believable characters and it says a lot about her skills that even the criminals seem to deserve some compassion. Her writing draws on her experience as a Met Police homicide officer and she also acknowledges the help of other serving officers, making this a truly believable novel. There are fascinating insights into the lives and psyches of the many complex characters that the author has brought to life. Her detailed descriptions of locations are perfectly judged to build up the tension and I felt thoroughly invested in the outcome by the end of the book. The Misper is recommended for anyone who likes thrillers and police procedural books, and anyone interested in human nature, because all life is here.

Wow, I loved this book. I am a massive fan of crime fiction but there is something just that bit more special when you read a book by someone who has clearly been there and done it.

The sense of grittiness just jumps off the page and the minute details of the inner workings of the police just shine through here

Loved it and can't wait to read more from this author

Well, what a novel! A gripping and gutsy detective thriller which exposed the child exploitation of the 'County Lines' drugs trade. It also gave a cops view of the system which begged the question, "Who would want to be a cop?" Seems like Sisyphus had it easy. The novel explores how low level crime can quickly become a lot more serious and children can be so easily coerced. How many young people's lives were lost to a disrupted upbringing where a solid childhood could have made all the difference? County lines is all about pushing the drugs trade out from the cities, using children for the heft. The guys behind the scenes use immense cruelty to keep the children in line and some of the descriptions in the novel are quite shocking.
If you like a novel that will give you food for thought after you've turned the last page, this is for you. What you'll think is up to you. I felt I had seen things behind the term.......'CountyLines' which many would avert their eyes from.

This book could only have been written by somebody who has been there, done that, and earned the proverbial t-shirt.
The realism of this book is what makes it.
The characters, both Police and Villains, the impact on everybody involved in some of the most dramatic of crimes, all make this a standout novel.
An absolute stunner

Firstly I would like to thank Atlantic Books and the author Kate London for access to the the misper.

The review I am going to make is an honest review regardless of the access I received for this book. It should be noted I was not paid for this review and ensure honesty in all my reviews.

Ryan is sent to prison after he killing a police officer and whilst is prison his plan is to keep out of trouble and when released from prison he will be looked after. A missing teenage turns up and this somehow links back to Ryan…

I really enjoyed this book and found I couldn’t put it down and kept going just one more chapter.

Ryan Kennedy goes down for killing a police officer, but he keeps his mouth shut about who he was involved with.

Fifteen year old Leif disappears, with his mother having no idea what he was up to.

Sarah is looking for a quieter life than the Met in the countryside. Lizzie and Steve both have unfinished business from the past.

And when all their paths cross...

Brilliant

A fabulously written gripping story that was a pleasure to read. I would absolutely recommend this book

This is a very authentic and compelling read by the author. Great characterisation, especially Lizzie, believable plotting and plenty tension, as well as being thought provoking. It's about gangs, drugs and county lines told from different points of view. A first class police procedural, with current topics, which I would recommend. Thanks to Net Galley for my ARC.

A fast paced, well written book showing the difficulties faced by both the police and the families of the youngsters targeted by the criminals running County Lines, The story is all too realistic, relevant, believable and at times hard to read but well worth it. The characters are fully developed having met Sarah and Lizzie in The Tower, and you can empathise with Asha, terrified as to what will happen to her family. Recommended.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this book.

Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC!. This was is one of the best books I’ve read in long time. This book was so captivating; one word WOW! It was a fast paced and kept me wanting to find out what happens next a perfect book for psychological thrillers fans alike; from the very first page I drawn in and couldn’t put the book down! The book explored the topic of county lines and this was done extremely well. The characters were likeable also my favourite was Lizzie.

Overall, I throughly enjoyed this book another cracking book by Kate London. I can’t wait for the next one! 😊

These novels by Kate London are not only police procedurals, but look at the wider impact of drugs dealing on the youngsters caught up in it, Set mainly in a fictional countryside town, the action is edge of your seat at times, has believable characters and an climatic ending. If you've not read any of her novels previously do start on the previous books in the series and if you are a fan, well you are in for treat!

Excellent read had me hooked from start to finish the story and characters really bring this book alive the reader I can highly recommend this book 5*