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A mental patient (Jonathan Dexter), with an ongoing history of violence and suffering an extreme form of Borderline Personality Disorder, is discharged into the community after three years in a private asylum.
In a prosperous English town, he meets and falls in love with Carla, a beautiful, naive young wildlife conservation student working behind the bar of an old tavern. The two develop a relationship - a good one, a warm one, one with a future, until things start to go badly wrong.

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What people are saying about Ultra Violence by Mark Barry - a riveting story about violence in today's sporting world

K. Meador This review is from: Ultra Violence (Kindle Edition) Author Mark Barry delivers quality again!

I am an American reading about football known to us as soccer; but there is so much more to this story. The relationship aspect which is described from the main character to his wife, his son, his boss, and his peers are well developed and easy to visualize.

In true form Author Mark Barry produced a novel that told a unique story with many hard truths in it. I could visualize the sights, smell the smells, cringed at the bullying that occurred, the urine references and the blood bath violence that occurred but this is what the story was about.

Adding in the failing marriage, the circumstance at the job, the pub, the fear, the attitudes - all of it was so real, so tangible.

When the description of the fighting occurs and even the scant hint of it I remember the snippets on the television that shows the crowds in an uproar and think this just isn't a book - it is based off of real events that have occurred. Passion for a sport, not unheard of here in America either.

I found the use of language at times to be a bit difficult to understand because of the cliche's and insults that those across the pond use in contrast to what we over here use but it is not offsetting to the story at all.

This book, as with his others, draws you in and takes you into events you have never experienced before. Get it. Read it. You won't be disappointed.
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By TinaB - This review is from: Ultra Violence (Kindle Edition) Ace, didn't stop smiling from start to finish, great book with references to a bigone era in Nottingham with some great references to the old football pubs which are sadly no more. Great football related references as well, not on a scale to compete with the usual football books from down south, but believable and strangely funny in parts. Great read!! *********************************************************************************By Joe -  This review is from: Ultra Violence (Kindle Edition) I really enjoyed this. It gives us a good insight into a middle aged man and his struggles with his home life and work something which a lot of us face. Great to read about tales brightness around the fine city of Nottingham. **********************************************************************************  By j buckley "avaicasual" (u.k.) - This review is from: Ultra Violence: 1 (Paperback) dont judge a book by its cover !! as in this case is true as the cover is rubbish.. BUT this book is superb, not read all of it but this guy deserves this to sell well, if your in your 40s and the way things were when football was life its self before it was taken away from the real lads then this is for you, you will relate to every page, loved it !! well done mr. barry top fella, spot on book **********************************************************************************
By markymark - See all my reviewsThis review is from: Ultra Violence: 1 (Paperback) I read this book as I follow Notts County and was interested on what Mark Berry had to say about this side of my football club.
This book had me in stitches in parts it is very well written and really reminded me of alot of places that are not there anymore. I think alot more men will relate to the author than will care to admit as his discription of the modern work place and the actions of his female boss are both very real. I look forward to reading more from the author keep up the good work. *********************************************************************************By Robert E Lee -  This review is from: Ultra Violence: 1 (Paperback) I'll be honest, don't read that many books but right from the first page found it difficult to put down. Is a bit quirky with plenty of black humour and local referencing is bang on. Obviously a very talented writer. Worth a punt imo. *********************************************************************************By P Stant -This review is from: Ultra Violence (Kindle Edition) "Just finished the book, took me about 3 days to read it, did not want to put it down after starting it. A really fascinating read about a group of men who follow their football team. An insight into the ups and downs of being a football hooligan and it also tells the true story that not all football hooligans are stupid and from the gutters. An intriguing read which you will feel part of the more you read. A very strong recommend from me and I look forward already to the new book coming out next year" ********************************************************************************
By J Dyer -This review is from: Ultra Violence (Kindle Edition) This book was about my era and brought back alot of memories of how Nottingham was nearly thirty years ago. I really enjoyed it.********************************************************************************Purchase:UShttp://www.amazon.com/Ultra-Violence-Volume-Anthony-Barry/dp/1478139595/ref=tmm_pap_title_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1371489580&sr=8-1UKhttp://www.amazon.co.uk/product-reviews/B007WTW19A/ref=dp_top_cm_cr_acr_txt?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=1

The Phil Naessens Show 6-17-2013 PEDS, Brawls and the New York Yankees

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PEDS, Brawls and the New Yankees are the main stories this week. SB Nation MLB Editor and Pin Striped Bible Managing Editor Steven Goldman joins host Phil Naessens to discuss these topics plus a closer look at the NL Central on today’s Phil Naessens Show.

Amazon Review - The Briton and the Dane: Concordia

   5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for all. June 17, 2013
By ngaire
Format:Paperback
What an exceptional story! I absolutely relished Mary Ann Bernal's Concordia; beautifully written and brimming with conspiracy, betrayal, love, hatred. The historical references are light and enjoyable. The ending is memorable and brought a tear to my eye. I appreciated the epilogue and author's notes. I wish Concordia's story had not ended. The Briton and the Dane: Concordia should be on your reading list; tremendous! (It is a stand alone novel in The Briton and the Dane series).  UShttp://www.amazon.com/The-Briton-Dane-Mary-Bernal/dp/148188994X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1371475951&sr=8-1&keywords=the+briton+and+the+dane+ConcordiaUKhttp://www.amazon.co.uk/The-Briton-Dane-Mary-Bernal/dp/148188994X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1371476131&sr=8-1&keywords=the+briton+and+the+dane+concordia   

History Trivia - Cornish Rebellion - King Henry VII defeats rebels

June 17

1194 Richard I (the Lionheart) was crowned again, after having been held captive in Australia for two years by Emperor Henry VI.

1239 Edward I was born.

1497 Cornish Rebellion - Battle of Deptford Bridge – forces under King Henry VII defeated troops led by Michael An Gof.

Goodreads Review - Orchid by Shane KP O'Neill

Ashley Fontainne's review Jun 10, 13
5 of 5 stars Read in June, 2013

A broken man stands at the grave of his wife, his world turned upside down as he watches while her casket is lowered into the damp earth. Distraught beyond consoling, he aches for her presence. What is he to do without her? How will he find the strength to live on alone?

As the main character struggles with his pain, his mind isn't thinking clearly. Grief overwhelms him, until a mysterious stranger offers him the impossible.

This book is a quick read but really delves into the sorrow a person experiences with the loss of a loved one. It also touches upon how easily it is to cross the threshold into insanity when a desperate heart wants something that can no longer be,

Dark,, intense and written with an expert hand, Orchid is a must read for fans of Stephen King's 'Pet Cemetery.' Warning: once you start, you won't be able to put this one down until the final word is read.

History Trivia - Vandals sack Rome

June 16

455 Rome was sacked by the Vandal army.

 1487 Battle of Stoke Field, Henry VII defeated pretender Lambert Simnel at Stoke, in the final battle of the Wars of the Roses.

1567 Mary, Queen of Scots, was imprisoned in Lochleven Castle prison Scotland since she was perceived as a threat to Elizabeth I's monarchy.

History Trivia - El Cid takes Valencia from the Moors

June 15

763 BC Assyrians recorded a solar eclipse that was later used to fix the chronology of Mesopotamian history.

1094, El Cid, the great Spanish national hero, captured Valencia from the Moors.

1184 King Magnus V of Norway was killed at the Battle of Fimreite.  

1215 King John signed Magna Carta at Runnymede, England.

1219 King Valdemar brought victory for Denmark. According to legend, the Danish flag fell from the sky during the Battle of Lyndanisse (now Tallinn) in Estonia, turning the tide in favor of the Danes.

1330 Edward, the Black Prince was born.

1381 Wat Tyler, leader of English Peasants' Revolt, was beheaded in London.

 1520 Pope Leo X threatened to excommunicate Martin Luther in papal bull Exsurge Domine.

This Week in Tennis 6-14-2013 Are Rafael Nadal and Serena Williams the Greatest of All Time?

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Are Rafael Nadal and Serena Williams the greatest tennis players of all time? Please join host Phil Naessens and special co-host Craig Doyle as they answer this often asked question, recap the French Open and talk about the dreaded “no call no show” on this edition of This Week in Tennis.

The Phil Naessens Show 6-14-2013 Sports Goons Radio

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On this edition of Sports Goons Radio host Jameyan Smith is joined by Sports Goons Radio Producer Phil Naessens. Please listen in as the guys discuss Serena Williams possibly being the greatest female tennis player of all time, Tiger Woods chances at the 2013 US Open, Jason Kidd being named coach of the Brooklyn Nets, the 2013 NBA Finals and QB Tim Tebow being signed by the New England Patriots plus more on this weeks Sports Goons Radio