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Torment: A DI Colin Strong Investigation (The Wakefield Series Book 2) Kindle Edition
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication dateNovember 1, 2018
- File size567 KB
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- ASIN : B07J9VY8CM
- Publisher : Orchard View Publications (November 1, 2018)
- Publication date : November 1, 2018
- Language : English
- File size : 567 KB
- Simultaneous device usage : Unlimited
- Text-to-Speech : Enabled
- Screen Reader : Supported
- Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
- X-Ray : Not Enabled
- Word Wise : Enabled
- Print length : 362 pages
- Page numbers source ISBN : 1999610628
- Best Sellers Rank: #4,130,248 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #15,480 in Traditional Detective Mysteries (Kindle Store)
- #26,912 in Murder
- #34,067 in Traditional Detective Mysteries (Books)
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About the author
![David Evans](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/S/amzn-author-media-prod/imqvi6obnfn73ds2eiqt1f139b._SY600_.jpg)
The Wakefield Series has now been re-published in paperback and ebook formats. The crime fiction series set primarily in Yorkshire, consists of TROPHIES, TORMENT, which was shortlisted in the prestigious Crime Writers Association Debut Dagger in 2013, TALISMAN and TAINTED.
Previously, The Wakefield Series became an International Best Seller in June 2017.
The Tendring Series continues with the second, DISTRESSED, available now in ebook format along with the paperback version. The first in the series, DISPOSAL, is also available in ebook and paperback. The crime series is set in north Essex in the late 1970s.
After a successful career in the construction industry, I began to write seriously and have thoroughly enjoyed the whole process.
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- Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2025A great crime novel, a continuation of the crime investigations of the police and journalist friends, DI Colin Strong and journalist Bob Souter. Enjoy the banter and progression of events leading into a complex web of interesting characters and criminals. Author David Evans continues to dazzle and always inform the reader with his characters, subtle music references, descriptions of scenes and settings, and especially architecture. Enjoy this book and pick up some others in this series.
- Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2016Torment is the second book in The Wakefield series, Trophies being the first which I haven’t read yet and although I think I probably would have been better to read Trophies first, Torment could be read as a standalone.
I really liked Strong and Souter, an unlikely duo but they worked really well together. Both had respect for each other which is unusual for a Detective and Journalist but they helped each other out. Bob Souter was a caring journalist which you don’t come across very often in books and was a refreshing change.
All the characters are well formed in Torment and it didn’t take long until I believed what I was reading which made for a great read. Each character is realistic and as I was reading I felt like it was all playing out in my mind nicely, almost like I was watching it on TV and I think this could easily be turned into a TV drama, I’d certainly watch it.
A mixture of car thefts, people smuggling, murder and much more, David Evans has written a story that totally engrosses you with the stories very cleverly intertwined. Short chapters that seem to leave you hanging and desperately wanting to turn to the next page quickly to find out what happens.
I’m so pleased to have been given the chance to read this book courtesy of Bloodhound Books and I am really looking forward to catching up with Trophies and also reading what ever David Evans has in line for us next.
My Rating 4.5/5
- Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2016A Young woman, who is about to start a journalism course, receives a phone message on her answerphone this is obviously a misdialled number. She listens to it and manages to work out what it says, finds the address for the caller and waits outside for them to return home. From there she follows it thinking there must be a story involved so she follows a van up to secluded derelict farm. In order to get close, she goes into an out-building where the floor collapses and she falls through. A missing person report is filed and finally she is found. Whilst in the basement/cellar she hears two girls talking who say they are aged 8 and 10.
As it is Bob who found her he does some detective work to discover that the girls were abducted 10 years before and were never found. Investigations reveal that their bodies were hidden behind a secret wall, so who was talking to her?
Another strand to the story is about a girl who goes missing and her sister reports it. It appears that there are some things her sister didn't know especially that she worked in Sweet Sensations, a massage parlour. This leads them to the criminal world of people smuggling, car theft, number plate clones and kidnap.
A body is found in the boot of a car at the docks ready to be shipped from the UK. Turns out she is the missing girl.
The relationship between Souter and Strong goes back a long way. They respect each other's job and are keen not to jeopardise anything with sharing some information. This is an exciting read and has left me looking forward to his next book.
My thanks go to Bloodhound Books for an ARC in exchange for an unbiased review.
- Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2016I’m not saying that I loved this book- but I didn’t want it to end! The story begins with a sort of an accident. Susan receives a message on her answerphone that isn’t for her. Being about to start a journalism course she decides to investigate further. One thing leads to another and she finds herself falling into a basement and seeing 2 young girls. Meanwhile an investigation of a different nature is taking place of high end vehicles stolen to order and missing women which in turn leads to potential trafficking and other crimes to be investigated.
As with Trophies this is such a well written book. Short punchy chapters that keep you turning again and again. Characters that you can relate to in realistic scenarios and personality types. I love Souter and his “nose” for that little bit of info that just might lead somewhere. One turn leading to another, never quite seeing where it will lead keeps you enthralled needing to know who, what, when, where, how and why.
Thank you for a wonderful read-can’t wait for book 3! (Talisman)
I was given an ARC of this book in exchange for an open and honest review
- Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2016This is the second of 'The Wakefield Series’ trilogy by David Evans. In the prologue we are set back in time – it’s the year 1989 and a man is disposing of a body – In 2000, Susan gets an unpleasant surprise when she checks her telephone messages. As an aspiring journalist, Susan is curious enough to want to know what is behind the cryptic words and why they sound so sinister. However, it doesn’t take long before detective Strong has to investigate the missing of Susan.
The two lifelong friends Strong and journalist Souter again combine forces and dedicate themselves to the investigation. To make matters more complicated, some other young women are reported missing. The crimes keep on coming: luxury cars are being stolen, some local rogues seem to be involved and there is even talk of an Eastern European mob. When a nasty murder is committed, even more disturbing and dark crimes are discovered that lead the police from Wakefield to Leeds.
'Torment' is an enjoyable detective book with gripping plots and a dark mystery. I would recommend reading 'Trophies' before starting with 'Torment' but as I already said, it can be read as a stand-alone.
Top reviews from other countries
- P A BurtonReviewed in the United Kingdom on October 19, 2016
5.0 out of 5 stars Could become addicted to this series
Another fantastic read from David Evans, loved this books just like book one Trophies. I was hooked from beginning to end.
It's extremely easy to relate to the main characters in this series, the storylines are well thought out and very well written. I found myself wanting to get to the complete truth with nothing left out just as Acting Detective Chief Inspector Colin Strong seems to be almost obsessed with, no half measures with this detective he's a great protagonists, that I hope we will see a lot more of. Looking forward to next book which I've pre-ordered. Great read
- Lynda WoodReviewed in the United Kingdom on January 15, 2017
4.0 out of 5 stars just like us Yorkshire folk
I'm particularly enjoying these books set in and around my home town on Wakefield. Proper gripping stuff, just like us Yorkshire folk. Enjoying the same 2 characters too, good work and I can recommend even if you're not from Yorkshire.
- Kindle KathReviewed in the United Kingdom on September 12, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant read
This book had great characters and twists that were unexpected keeping me reading. My part of Yorkshire too so familiar
- Susan LazarusReviewed in the United Kingdom on July 4, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars Torment
Best book so far throughly enjoyed the twist and turns great writer can’t wait for next in series well done
- JJReviewed in the United Kingdom on January 8, 2017
4.0 out of 5 stars Easy crime read
Appealed to me coming from the area where it was set. Got to know the characters a little which helped the story along and gave it some additional interest. Everything fits together just a little too easily, but if you like tv crime dramas, you'll enjoy this book.