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In Cold Blood

Beatrix Rose, Book 1

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The new book from acclaimed writer Mark Dawson (author of the number one best-selling John Milton series), In Cold Blood is an action-packed thriller about ruthless betrayal and bloodthirsty vengeance.

Beatrix Rose was the most dangerous assassin in an off-the-books government kill squad until her former boss betrayed her. A decade later, she emerges from the Hong Kong underworld with payback on her mind. They gunned down her husband and kidnapped her daughter, and now the debt needs to be repaid. It's a blood feud she didn't start but is going to finish. Beatrix has already crossed one name off her Kill List. Her second target is a mercenary being held hostage by Somali terrorists. Can she infiltrate the most dangerous failed state on the planet and scrub him off the List, too?

Packed with explosive action and pause-resistant suspense, this is the must-listen first novel in a brand new series that is sure to be as successful as the John Milton series.

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If you could sum up In Cold Blood in three words, what would they be?

Great 'read' / listen. Starts well, gripping, engaging with great detail and suspense from start to finish. Fantastic character, driven by different motivations. Great spin off from the John Milton series. Well done Mark Dawson and more please.

Fast pace gripping novel from Mark Dawson

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Would you consider the audio edition of In Cold Blood to be better than the print version?

I listened to the audio edition in it's entirety before starting the print version so, yes.

What was one of the most memorable moments of In Cold Blood?

Beatrix Rose's gift to her daughter

Which scene did you most enjoy?

All of the descritive scenes of habitations - they are alive and vibrant., very visual.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Not moved, no, but the description of the hostage taking and holding by the pirates/terrorists was chilling.

Any additional comments?

After a very brief initial dismay at the reader's accent, and unlike some earlier reviewers, I found the narration matched perfectly with the fast paced story and the dialogue was skilfully done, each character being identifiable - not an easy task.
I very much enjoyed this book and look forward to Beatrix Rose's next assignment.

Wild rose in a violent garden

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Excellent story good short story hope next one is just as good already in my library

Beatrix rose

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Any additional comments?

I listened to the later Beatrix Rose book narrated by Jane Slavin before In Cold Blood and was disappointed with Mark Deakins' narration. Having an American narrate British characters doesn't seem right. Jane Slavin is in my mind the voice of Betatrix Rose. Despite this the story is interesting and concisely constructed, as expected from Mark Dawson.

Narration Not Great

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Felt dissatisfied and disappointed by this book. Shame. For more confusing today's the end. Maybe just me. Will try nerxt one though.

Let down

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