London LargeWay Past Evil: Detective Hawkins Crime Thriller Series (London Large Hard-Boiled Crime Series) by Roy Robson

London LargeWay Past Evil: Detective Hawkins Crime Thriller Series (London Large Hard-Boiled Crime Series) Reviews

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  Tiger

  3 1/2 stars
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  Texas

  Way past evil #5 - Garry and Rob have done it again! We have all the old, living characters from the other books. H is a PI now, with Ronnie and John, and playing a new role for him, "good cop". Ames is trying to bring H back to help with a copycat crime, which he doesn't want to do at all.
  
  The storylines are interesting; the crimes are the unusual bad, horrifying in some cases and definitely earns the title; and the past comes full blast to haunt H's present. There's a lot of darkness in this book, which sort of makes some of the earlier books mild in comparison, but nothing new for this genre; we've seen them before but now it's the Hawkins' characters that are targeted.
  
  Sorry, as much as I want to talk about this fast paced, action packed (yep, still happening) twisting story, I'm not doing a book report; someone else will ruin the story for you, not me - you should have the right to enjoy an unknown adventure into H's world. God love em.
  
  This is a good addition to H's series and I hoping the next one is nearing completion since the ending opens a whole new can of worries - no, not a cliffhanger, just a three-word statement made. Who needs drugs when there are books like London Large in which to get lost. I contacted the authors to review their books, how serendipitous that was. 5*
  
  London Large, Blood on the Streets #1 - A well written, action filled, suspense novel set in present day London. The multiple battles of old school vs. new police, Russian and Albanian mafias, and the elites of government. The pace is fast and the reader is intrigued by what is on the pages. I couldn't put the book down. I contacted the authors to review their books after reading Tipping Point, the intro of the old school raising of several of the major characters. Tipping Point should be read first, if possible. 5*
  
  London Large, Bound by Blood #2 - A well written, action filled, suspense novel set, in present day London, that picks up from Blood on the Streets a few months later with the same characters plus. The prime focus is still the continuing battle against the Albanian mafia. I couldn't put this book down any more than I did the first book. I contacted the authors to review their books after reading Tipping Point, the intro the old school raising of several of the major characters. Tipping Point should be read first, if possible. 5*
  
  London Large, Bloody Liberties #3- Blood and thunder, to borrow a British phrase. A well written, action packed, suspense filled novel that grabs the reader by the throat and doesn't let go until the end. Then you think about what you've read. I couldn't put the book down; I was immersed in the horror that is so possible today. Good old fashion soldiering, new technology and human perseverance; the combination making a great read. The twisting plot was well thought out and believable; the dialog realistic; and the technology spot on. If you haven't read the prequel and the first two books, you need to do so. Liberties can be read without them, but they enhance the story and you understand the viewpoints of the characters better. 5*
  
  London Large, American Lockdown #4 - Absolutely the best of this good series. Fast paced; action packed; suspense filled; evil and deadly. It's even harder to put this book down, the others were difficult to stop reading, but this one makes the others look like child's play. Every character is well developed and we have the gang from previous books. The plot is a roller coaster ride of horror, hate, revenge, anger and love. Full of emotions: simmering to full blown; you name it, it's covered. How much can H take? I wonder what the next book will be since it will be difficult to top this one, but I'm sure the Robson Brothers can handle it. This is a 10 star book! 5*
  
  London Large, Tipping Point, Prequel- Must read Tipping Point first before LL Blood on the Streets. The introduction of the old school raising of several of the major characters of the London Large series. This intro clarify any confusion the reader may experience in LL, Blood on the Streets. 5*
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  Pete

  The 'London Large' series follow the adventures of a (now ex) police inspector, Harry Hawkins, who is a larger than life, old school copper, with a heart of gold but a very 'direct' way of dealing with issues (think the old tv series the Professionals on steroids).
  In this book Harry ('H') who is now a PI faces up to an adversary from his past, can he bring him to justice this time?
  All the books in the series are very well written and are unapologetic for their realism and (justifiable in terms of the story) violence, this one is no different, and isn't for the faint hearted reader, but for those who do read it, boy are they in for an exciting ride, it literally does provide edge of the seat entertainment.
  There are lots of book in this genre, but this series, and this book in particular stand out for the characters who are very well written and believable and also the quality of the writing, especially the descriptive passages which really stand out.
  This book works very well as a stand-alone, but it is really worth reading the series to get the full character and relationship development.
  I received an advance copy of the book, but have voluntarily written this review based on my honest opinions.
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  Rich Lauber

  Be ready for the thrill ride of your life !!
  
  It starts slow then picks up !Amisha has a bigger part Olivia as always holds H together and worries like any wife mother step mother does!!! For once H is actually human and not a machine and has feelings and the love for his son Ronnie is so real !! A bond between a father and his first born is unmatched! This book takes you from the light thru the dark and into how evil 2 men could be !! You will not want to put it down so grab a cuppa sit back and go thru the roller coaster ride of your life ,!!!!!
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  Bob Hurley

  First class thriller, page turner right from the off. Once again the Robson’s hero is now ex DI H Hawkins , his son Young Ronnie, Budgie Mc Allister and Confident John Viney. The four finally establish who the Crawler was from H & Budgie’s past and manage to identify why the killings have resumed, brilliantly written, great thriller writing, up there with the very best
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  Clive Willcocks

  Another great story from Gary and Roy. I could not put it down and really enjoyed it. Highly recommended. Can't wait to read the next one.
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  Eric

  Another great saga of Harry and the gang.
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  Tina

  Guid auld H does it again, as a P.I this time. Fast paced to catch a killer who has resurfaced after 15 years. Time is running out!
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  John

  A wee bit predictable this one. Still a good read though. Not the best in the series by far.
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  Leslie Betts

  A great, easy to read series of books that are best read in order. I love all the characters, the authors do lend a charm to them. Harry Hawkins is a diamond.
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  Elisabeth

  Decent enough, a little predictable.
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  A KERR

  Another enjoyable romp
  
  This is another in the series about Harry H Hawkins. I spotted one of the villains early on so was a touch disappointed but I enjoyed it none the less.
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  Mystee Pulcine

  As this series progresses, the stories just get better and better. I really enjoyed how the known and unknown characters all developed throughout the story. I did think the "bad guy" was a bit hokey and unbelievable, but that happens in crime dramas.
  
  Warning: Amisha's Choice, a short story in the London Large universe contains spoilers for this book. Avoid the short story compilation Sharp and Short 2 until you have finished this book.