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Charlie Cooper Thrillers #12
Hemlock
When a covert operator with links to Charlie Cooper is killed, the trail leads to a secret outfit few believe is Hemlock.
No witnesses. No records. No proof it ever existed. Just rumours, half-forgotten files, and a growing body count.
As Cooper digs deeper, the evidence keeps disappearing—and so do the people who get too close. Hemlock doesn’t operate in the shadows. It owns them, using blackmail, corruption and murder to shape events from the inside.
The closer Cooper gets to the truth, the clearer it this isn’t a conspiracy you expose.
It’s one you survive.
Because Hemlock has endured for decades by doing one thing better than anyone else—making sure it’s forgotten.
Fast, brutal, and impossible to put down, Hemlock is a razor-sharp Charlie Cooper novella—perfect for fans of relentless action, hard choices, and killers who don’t miss twice.
No witnesses. No records. No proof it ever existed. Just rumours, half-forgotten files, and a growing body count.
As Cooper digs deeper, the evidence keeps disappearing—and so do the people who get too close. Hemlock doesn’t operate in the shadows. It owns them, using blackmail, corruption and murder to shape events from the inside.
The closer Cooper gets to the truth, the clearer it this isn’t a conspiracy you expose.
It’s one you survive.
Because Hemlock has endured for decades by doing one thing better than anyone else—making sure it’s forgotten.
Fast, brutal, and impossible to put down, Hemlock is a razor-sharp Charlie Cooper novella—perfect for fans of relentless action, hard choices, and killers who don’t miss twice.
136 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 1, 2026
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Mark Dawson
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March 4, 2026
Another good story
Mark doesn't waste words . I enjoy a good story that keeps to point and provides a satisfying quick read.
Mark doesn't waste words . I enjoy a good story that keeps to point and provides a satisfying quick read.
March 2, 2026
Another case for Charlie the chameleon Cooper
Following on from his last outing in Jordan, and the words uttered from Vanessa as she fell to her death 'Hemlock'. Now on the trail to find and eliminate this group Charlie finds himself looking at prominent figures who are or have power, with the help of Nathan the tech guy, he manages to infiltrate the systems run by Hemlock.
This is a brilliant 'edge of your seat' read that you won't want to put down until you have read the very last word! A 5🌟 triumph for Mark Dawson
Following on from his last outing in Jordan, and the words uttered from Vanessa as she fell to her death 'Hemlock'. Now on the trail to find and eliminate this group Charlie finds himself looking at prominent figures who are or have power, with the help of Nathan the tech guy, he manages to infiltrate the systems run by Hemlock.
This is a brilliant 'edge of your seat' read that you won't want to put down until you have read the very last word! A 5🌟 triumph for Mark Dawson
March 18, 2026
Hemlock – a Mark Dawson novel
“A Charlie Cooper Thriller”
Dawson hits another home run with his creative and very “real feeling” action mystery set in London and the surrounding countryside. A splinter organization of British spies of various government sources works to corrupt not only the UK government, but large private enterprises and their leaders. Charlie Cooper takes on the assignment to find what others have failed find and the game is on! Only Charlie’s global experiences and keen knowledge of the environment with a little luck along the way enables him to survive the ordeal.
“A Charlie Cooper Thriller”
Dawson hits another home run with his creative and very “real feeling” action mystery set in London and the surrounding countryside. A splinter organization of British spies of various government sources works to corrupt not only the UK government, but large private enterprises and their leaders. Charlie Cooper takes on the assignment to find what others have failed find and the game is on! Only Charlie’s global experiences and keen knowledge of the environment with a little luck along the way enables him to survive the ordeal.
March 7, 2026
Charlie Cooper
Mr Dawson did it again, Hemlock ,though , a shorter novel than most was a joy to read. He managed to hit all the bases as usual., plus cover the some questions left over from Charlie's last adventure. It was a very entertaining story and I look forward to many more hours with Charlie, John, Isabella and of course Atticus.
Mr Dawson did it again, Hemlock ,though , a shorter novel than most was a joy to read. He managed to hit all the bases as usual., plus cover the some questions left over from Charlie's last adventure. It was a very entertaining story and I look forward to many more hours with Charlie, John, Isabella and of course Atticus.
March 10, 2026
An awesome Charlie Cooper thriller!
What is Hemlock? That is what Charlie Cooper is trying to find out and who is behind it. Hemlock was the last word that Vanessa said falling to her death. This book is unputdownable, and I really liked it. I highly recommend this book! Happy reading! ☺️
What is Hemlock? That is what Charlie Cooper is trying to find out and who is behind it. Hemlock was the last word that Vanessa said falling to her death. This book is unputdownable, and I really liked it. I highly recommend this book! Happy reading! ☺️
March 4, 2026
Never get tired of Mark Dawson’s group fifteen and its spinoffs.
* DNF
** Stuck with it
*** Good, will probably read another by the same author
**** Would recommend
***** Sticks with me / page turner.
* DNF
** Stuck with it
*** Good, will probably read another by the same author
**** Would recommend
***** Sticks with me / page turner.
March 14, 2026
The truth will out.
In this novella, Charlie Cooper is set the task (by control) of uncovering Hemlock but the big question is, does Hemlock really exist. You’ll only find out by reading this fantastic short story by Mark Dawson.
In this novella, Charlie Cooper is set the task (by control) of uncovering Hemlock but the big question is, does Hemlock really exist. You’ll only find out by reading this fantastic short story by Mark Dawson.
March 20, 2026
Following Charlie Coopers adventures is a must for me. Mark Dawson writes a great story and I was disappointed with this one. Plenty of twists and turns and actions. I recommend reading this book, it's great.
March 5, 2026
Another Winner!
Just love this series. Cooper is at his best when he takes on impossible missions.
Cannot wait till the next one.
Just love this series. Cooper is at his best when he takes on impossible missions.
Cannot wait till the next one.
March 10, 2026
Another great Charlie Cooper thriller. He keeps the intrigue up and makes you want to find out what’s next, a great trait.
March 16, 2026
Very short novella that only took a couple hours to read. The usual well-crafted action thriller from Mark Dawson, but no time for any subtlety or depth. Wham, Bam, thank you Mam!
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