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John Savage Action Thriller #3
Savage Children
FROM #1 BEST-SELLING AUTHOR IN AMAZON CRIME ACTION & ADVENTURE.
Children are disappearing from London parks. Caught on CCTV, they go in but never come out again…
Days after each disappearance, the distraught parents receive a hand-drawn picture of their child as an angel. A sign they’ll never see them again. The police have no clues or leads. All they have is a nickname for the abductor – the Archangel.
When Savage’s neighbour’s ten-year-old son Callum becomes a victim, he vows to find him, and catch this Archangel. Savage has his headstrong friend Tannaz to help him. This time it’s going to take more than her brilliant computer skills to find the truth. They’ll have to enlist the help of some new friends – and some old enemies.
As more children go missing, Savage realises the Archangel is a formidable adversary. Clever, elusive and terrifying. Savage also has the police on his back, watching his every move. The deeper Savage becomes involved, the more he realises all is not what it seems…
A twisty, chilling, action-packed thriller for fans of Lee Child and David Baldacci.
What people are saying about the John Savage Thriller series:
"Wow. Just seriously wow!" Goodreads reviewer, five stars
"Basically, I loved everything about this book! ... Gripped me from the beginning ... It's original, exciting, gripping and dark. Violent and shocking in places. But it's very human, with plenty of emotion... I CAN'T WAIT to see what John Savage gets up to next!" Suze Reviews, five stars
"The plotting is tight, the pace fast and the characters are believable. For such a serious subject it's surprisingly funny too." The Book Club (TBC) reviewer
"This is a masterful bit of storytelling." Top 1000 Amazon reviewer, 5 stars
"Action, suspense, nail-biting moments ... didn't want the book to end. Can't wait for the next one." Amazon Reviewer, 5 stars
Children are disappearing from London parks. Caught on CCTV, they go in but never come out again…
Days after each disappearance, the distraught parents receive a hand-drawn picture of their child as an angel. A sign they’ll never see them again. The police have no clues or leads. All they have is a nickname for the abductor – the Archangel.
When Savage’s neighbour’s ten-year-old son Callum becomes a victim, he vows to find him, and catch this Archangel. Savage has his headstrong friend Tannaz to help him. This time it’s going to take more than her brilliant computer skills to find the truth. They’ll have to enlist the help of some new friends – and some old enemies.
As more children go missing, Savage realises the Archangel is a formidable adversary. Clever, elusive and terrifying. Savage also has the police on his back, watching his every move. The deeper Savage becomes involved, the more he realises all is not what it seems…
A twisty, chilling, action-packed thriller for fans of Lee Child and David Baldacci.
What people are saying about the John Savage Thriller series:
"Wow. Just seriously wow!" Goodreads reviewer, five stars
"Basically, I loved everything about this book! ... Gripped me from the beginning ... It's original, exciting, gripping and dark. Violent and shocking in places. But it's very human, with plenty of emotion... I CAN'T WAIT to see what John Savage gets up to next!" Suze Reviews, five stars
"The plotting is tight, the pace fast and the characters are believable. For such a serious subject it's surprisingly funny too." The Book Club (TBC) reviewer
"This is a masterful bit of storytelling." Top 1000 Amazon reviewer, 5 stars
"Action, suspense, nail-biting moments ... didn't want the book to end. Can't wait for the next one." Amazon Reviewer, 5 stars
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Published October 17, 2019
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October 20, 2019
Savage Children is the third book in the John Savage Action Thriller series by bestselling author Peter Boland, and this is by far my favourite instalment to date. However, it isn't necessary to read them chronologically to fully enjoy as they work perfectly independently. It centres around the investigation of missing child and Savage's neighbour, Callum, who disappeared from a park in broad daylight; poof - vanished without so much as a trace. Enter John Savage ably assisted by hacker friend, Tannaz, and a whole cast of intriguing characters all of whom lend a hand. More children are missing than just Callum and the two amateur detectives are helped by old friends and even some adversaries in an attempt to stop the killer in his tracks. Is killer Archangel about to fall?
This is a shocking and completely addictive blend of mystery, suspense and more thrills than you can shake a stick at. It's dark and gritty and will appeal to readers of the first two books but also the wider crime genre. The dynamic between Savage and Tannaz is an interesting one and they work very well together with their personalities complementing each other well. There are unexpected twists and turns and the writing pulls you into the story very early on and it takes no effort on the readers part to simply read the book in its entirety in a single sitting. The police are losing interest in these cases of lost children despite the media furore currently underway. Clever, gripping and thoroughly addictive, this is another page-turner from the pen of Mr Boland. Also, the end was an absolute shocker; I certainly had my mind blown. Many thanks to BOTBS for an ARC.
This is a shocking and completely addictive blend of mystery, suspense and more thrills than you can shake a stick at. It's dark and gritty and will appeal to readers of the first two books but also the wider crime genre. The dynamic between Savage and Tannaz is an interesting one and they work very well together with their personalities complementing each other well. There are unexpected twists and turns and the writing pulls you into the story very early on and it takes no effort on the readers part to simply read the book in its entirety in a single sitting. The police are losing interest in these cases of lost children despite the media furore currently underway. Clever, gripping and thoroughly addictive, this is another page-turner from the pen of Mr Boland. Also, the end was an absolute shocker; I certainly had my mind blown. Many thanks to BOTBS for an ARC.
October 17, 2019
Ten-year old children are disappearing from parks in London. CCTV shows the children entering the park .. but never leaving. There's only one way in and one way out ..so where did the children go?
Days after each child goes missing, the parents receive a hand-drawn picture by their child showing themselves as angels. These children have never been found. Cops are baffled .. no ransom notes, no clues, no leads. They've dubbed this kidnapper as Archangel.
When John Savage's next door neighbors' son goes missing from a local park, he swears he will find him and bring him home. Contacting his friend Tannaz, a computer whiz, to help, they map out a plan. But that map needs much more help than the two of them.
(BOOK BLURB) As more children go missing, Savage realizes the Archangel is a formidable adversary. Clever, elusive and terrifying. Savage also has the police on his back, watching his every move. The deeper Savage becomes involved, the more he realizes all is not what it seems…
John Savage is a great character with a varied background that includes the deaths of his wife and his daughter. Tannaz is also a fascinating character .... the relationship between them is more like mentor to student. I enjoy how they interact with each other ... with love, loyalty, trust ..and humor. I especially enjoyed their differences concerning music and bands.
This is a well-written story with lots of action when Savage has to turn to London gangs for help ...some are new 'friends' ... some are old 'enemies'. The local cop is looking to arrest anyone, not necessarily with evidence.
There is a huge twist that changes everything ....
Many thanks to the author / Adrenalin Books / THE Book Club Reviewer Request Group (FB) / Netgalley for the digital copy of this crime fiction. Read and reviewed voluntarily, opinions expressed here are unbiased and entirely my own.
October 29, 2019
5☆ A Gripping, Twisty Read that you won't be able to put down!
Wow what an opener to a book. It made me shiver. Just who is the Archangel and why is he getting little Sally to draw an angel Then drugging her with a lollipop when she cries for her mummy.
Oh my... see what an opener it really created a twisted and hair raising atmosphere.
Just why are these children going missing? who is the Archangel?
I'm not going to say anymore as this book is one you need to read incase I give anything away.
But be warned, it's a pacy, compulsive read that got under my skin from the first few pages!
I've never read anything by Peter Boland before and his definitely going on my to watch out for list.
Savage Children is a gripping, twisty story about missing children, a twisted and sinister mysterious abductor that gives nothing away except a picture of the children as an angel to the parents of the children.
What was his motive..... for once I didn't have a clue and I loved it. I love a book that keeps me guessing, and takes me by surprise and that's exactly what this book does!
Savage Children will get under your skin, it's a unique, perfectly twisty, compulsive read that is one hell of a read.
The Characters are brilliantly written and evoke all the right emotions you expect from these books,
Not too sure where it would go in terms of genre as it's got a lil bit of everything... crime fiction, detectives, thriller, mystery, missing children, psychological crime thriller.
But what I do know is I highly recommend reading it.
Thank you to Sarah at Book On The Bright Side for this copy which I reviewed honestly and voluntarily.
My Review is also on my Blog Website :-
https://dashfan81.blogspot.com/2019/1...
Wow what an opener to a book. It made me shiver. Just who is the Archangel and why is he getting little Sally to draw an angel Then drugging her with a lollipop when she cries for her mummy.
Oh my... see what an opener it really created a twisted and hair raising atmosphere.
Just why are these children going missing? who is the Archangel?
I'm not going to say anymore as this book is one you need to read incase I give anything away.
But be warned, it's a pacy, compulsive read that got under my skin from the first few pages!
I've never read anything by Peter Boland before and his definitely going on my to watch out for list.
Savage Children is a gripping, twisty story about missing children, a twisted and sinister mysterious abductor that gives nothing away except a picture of the children as an angel to the parents of the children.
What was his motive..... for once I didn't have a clue and I loved it. I love a book that keeps me guessing, and takes me by surprise and that's exactly what this book does!
Savage Children will get under your skin, it's a unique, perfectly twisty, compulsive read that is one hell of a read.
The Characters are brilliantly written and evoke all the right emotions you expect from these books,
Not too sure where it would go in terms of genre as it's got a lil bit of everything... crime fiction, detectives, thriller, mystery, missing children, psychological crime thriller.
But what I do know is I highly recommend reading it.
Thank you to Sarah at Book On The Bright Side for this copy which I reviewed honestly and voluntarily.
My Review is also on my Blog Website :-
https://dashfan81.blogspot.com/2019/1...
October 12, 2019
This was one rocking ride which had me reading my kindle while I was traveling and even in a meeting in secret. Ah well... Some books do grip me and make me stick to the world of the characters.
Missing children trope has become my favorite. Add to it a retired detective John Savage, an IT hacker Tannaz, and a kidnapper called Archangel, it went beyond a normal police procedural. It was an adrenaline fueled, mind blasting, rip-roaring thriller of a book. This book deserved all the adjectives.
My first book by author Peter Boland, this was a fast pitched story where the author did not give me time to think. I was quite in awe of his cunning mind to come up with this plot. All that I could do was hold on to the security handle (read kindle) and fly away with the story. This was so much more than I thought it to be.
John Savage caught my eye. He could be a total dish, at least, he was in my mind. Confidence and toughness oozed from him. Well supported by Tannaz, I loved the conversations shooting between them. There was a different zing between them. Humor and sarcasm made it more captivating.
An intelligent plotline with an unexpected end, I couldn't even begin to guess the motive of this kidnapper. Sending pictures drawn by the kidnapped children to the suffering parents was macabre enough. Reasons for it were revealed at the end, needless to say, it was shocking. The book gave me chills as I came to the very end. Whew... I need more of this author...
Missing children trope has become my favorite. Add to it a retired detective John Savage, an IT hacker Tannaz, and a kidnapper called Archangel, it went beyond a normal police procedural. It was an adrenaline fueled, mind blasting, rip-roaring thriller of a book. This book deserved all the adjectives.
My first book by author Peter Boland, this was a fast pitched story where the author did not give me time to think. I was quite in awe of his cunning mind to come up with this plot. All that I could do was hold on to the security handle (read kindle) and fly away with the story. This was so much more than I thought it to be.
John Savage caught my eye. He could be a total dish, at least, he was in my mind. Confidence and toughness oozed from him. Well supported by Tannaz, I loved the conversations shooting between them. There was a different zing between them. Humor and sarcasm made it more captivating.
An intelligent plotline with an unexpected end, I couldn't even begin to guess the motive of this kidnapper. Sending pictures drawn by the kidnapped children to the suffering parents was macabre enough. Reasons for it were revealed at the end, needless to say, it was shocking. The book gave me chills as I came to the very end. Whew... I need more of this author...
September 21, 2019
A crime book with a difference. I would normally describe this as police procedural- however its not the police that are proceeding with the evidence in this case. Children are going missing and then the parents are receiving a picture. A picture drawn by their child of themselves as an angel. Savage is ex SAS and now retired. He loves nothing more than being a detective- unofficially of course. He and his friend Tannaz who is a computer whizz get on the case when his neighbours child goes missing, as the police appear to be going around in circles and getting nowhere. I quickly grew to like Savage- there is something about his personality that makes him likeable although he can be one tough man not to be messed with- someone you most definitely want on your side. His relationship with Tannaz comes across very well and they bounce off of each other in many ways. There is hard work and determination and also a little humour along the way. I loved the name “St George is Cross” very clever indeed along with the bit at the end (I’m not giving anything away!) A clever concept, wonderful characters and a plot that kept me turning and turning- always a good sign! Mr Boland - this is the first of your books I have read and won’t be the last.
A highly entertaining, compelling read.
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A highly entertaining, compelling read.
For more reviews please see my blog http://nickibookblog.blogspot.co.uk/
or follow me on Twitter@nickisbookblog
October 20, 2019
Even though the third in the John Savage series, this can easily be read as a standalone.
It was great to be back with Savage and Tannaz. Things seem to be a bit more settled in John’s life for once, but where would the fun in that be? It doesn’t last long as his neighbour’s son goes missing and John being a good guy, does his best to try and find the boy.
John Savage is very much the anti hero. He has his own demons to overcome but is one of the nice guys. It reminds me a bit of the A-Team apart from there is only him and Tannaz trying to take down the bad guys. They sure do make a great partnership.
The story line of the children going missing is dark and emotional but I liked how the author focuses more on the hunt for who’s behind the disappearances rather than the children themselves. There is sometimes that fine line when it comes to genres like these when the crimes include children. The author just gives enough so whilst still hard emotional wise, it was more between the lines rather than in your face.
Now my only gripe is, in my head I have this image of John Savage being this ruggedly handsome chap. So nearly guffawed out loud when I read of him being dressed in elasticated trousers and crocs! Please give the poor guy a break! Yes it humanises him more and even makes him more lovable but, I want that sexy looking guy back in my head please.
Savage Children is another full on, action packed read. It is highly addictive and it has left me desperate yet again for more. There is some humour in parts with the banter between John and Tannaz which helps lift this otherwise dark read. So love these two, they are brilliant characters. With some very shocking outcomes, it guaranteed it being another winning read by this author.
It was great to be back with Savage and Tannaz. Things seem to be a bit more settled in John’s life for once, but where would the fun in that be? It doesn’t last long as his neighbour’s son goes missing and John being a good guy, does his best to try and find the boy.
John Savage is very much the anti hero. He has his own demons to overcome but is one of the nice guys. It reminds me a bit of the A-Team apart from there is only him and Tannaz trying to take down the bad guys. They sure do make a great partnership.
The story line of the children going missing is dark and emotional but I liked how the author focuses more on the hunt for who’s behind the disappearances rather than the children themselves. There is sometimes that fine line when it comes to genres like these when the crimes include children. The author just gives enough so whilst still hard emotional wise, it was more between the lines rather than in your face.
Now my only gripe is, in my head I have this image of John Savage being this ruggedly handsome chap. So nearly guffawed out loud when I read of him being dressed in elasticated trousers and crocs! Please give the poor guy a break! Yes it humanises him more and even makes him more lovable but, I want that sexy looking guy back in my head please.
Savage Children is another full on, action packed read. It is highly addictive and it has left me desperate yet again for more. There is some humour in parts with the banter between John and Tannaz which helps lift this otherwise dark read. So love these two, they are brilliant characters. With some very shocking outcomes, it guaranteed it being another winning read by this author.
November 2, 2019
Savage children by Peter Boland.
Children are disappearing from London parks. Caught on CCTV, they go in but never come out again…
Days after each disappearance, the distraught parents receive a hand-drawn picture of their child as an angel. A sign they’ll never see them again. The police have no clues or leads. All they have is a nickname for the abductor – the Archangel.
When Savage’s neighbour’s ten-year-old son Callum becomes a victim, he vows to find him, and catch this Archangel. Savage has his headstrong friend Tannaz to help him. This time it’s going to take more than her brilliant computer skills to find the truth. They’ll have to enlist the help of some new friends – and some old enemies.
As more children go missing, Savage realises the Archangel is a formidable adversary. Clever, elusive and terrifying. Savage also has the police on his back, watching his every move. The deeper Savage becomes involved, the more he realises all is not what it seems…
A fantastic read with some great characters. Loved Savage. Loved Tannaz too. Brilliant. I had no clue who it was. I do hope that there is more to come. 5*. Highly recommended.
Children are disappearing from London parks. Caught on CCTV, they go in but never come out again…
Days after each disappearance, the distraught parents receive a hand-drawn picture of their child as an angel. A sign they’ll never see them again. The police have no clues or leads. All they have is a nickname for the abductor – the Archangel.
When Savage’s neighbour’s ten-year-old son Callum becomes a victim, he vows to find him, and catch this Archangel. Savage has his headstrong friend Tannaz to help him. This time it’s going to take more than her brilliant computer skills to find the truth. They’ll have to enlist the help of some new friends – and some old enemies.
As more children go missing, Savage realises the Archangel is a formidable adversary. Clever, elusive and terrifying. Savage also has the police on his back, watching his every move. The deeper Savage becomes involved, the more he realises all is not what it seems…
A fantastic read with some great characters. Loved Savage. Loved Tannaz too. Brilliant. I had no clue who it was. I do hope that there is more to come. 5*. Highly recommended.
October 19, 2019
Savage Children by Peter Boland
John Savage Action Thriller #3
Compelling characters crack the case…
What case, you ask?
Well, there is this serial killer taking children from parks and the only clue is a drawing by the missing child stuffed through the mailbox door of the child’s home. The police are stumped and even though they are looking another child seems to disappear every couple of weeks. When the killer takes John Savage’s ten year old neighbor, a child he likes and spends time with, it becomes personal. So, he learns what he can, calls in his computer savvy much younger Iranian friend Tannaz and the two get to work looking for Callum.
How are the children being taken? Where are they are disappearing to? What is happening to them? Will any of them turn up again? If ex-SAS operative Savage has anything to say about it Callum will be returned to his divorced parents in one piece hale and hearty even if it does mean not immediately sharing with the police all of the clues he and his partner find along the way.
Tannaz and Savage make a good team even though they are quite different. I would love to know how the two met and imagine that is probably mentioned in a previous book. The two find clues online, and here and there and sleuth and search and interact with street gangs, a supremacist group that is very racist comes into play and the two also have interactions with the police.
The task of finding out what happened to Callum is not easy or linear. It take them through some twists and turns that are intriguing. I will say that there were a few surprises for me even though I read the end before I reached it chronologically.
What I liked:
* The complexity of John Savage
* The fact that Savage was retired, still fit and had personality
* The dynamics between Savage and Tannaz
* The way the story unfolded
* The twist(s) at the end
* Finding out who the Archangel was and what happened to the children
What I did not like:
* The Archangel
* One of the police on the case
* Realizing once again that people can be warped
* Wondering what the Archangel was doing during the years between the time he first started taking children and what ended up being the motivator for his crimes.
Did I enjoy this book? Yes
Had I ever read anything by this author before? No
Was it necessary to read the previous two books and prequel to understand this book? No
Would I read more by this author/in this series? Yes
As the prequel, Savage, is available free through a link at the back of the book I would recommend reading it to get a feel for Savage before reading this book.
Thank you to the author who gifted me an ARC of this book through Books on the Bright Side ~ This is my honest review.
4.5 Stars
John Savage Action Thriller #3
Compelling characters crack the case…
What case, you ask?
Well, there is this serial killer taking children from parks and the only clue is a drawing by the missing child stuffed through the mailbox door of the child’s home. The police are stumped and even though they are looking another child seems to disappear every couple of weeks. When the killer takes John Savage’s ten year old neighbor, a child he likes and spends time with, it becomes personal. So, he learns what he can, calls in his computer savvy much younger Iranian friend Tannaz and the two get to work looking for Callum.
How are the children being taken? Where are they are disappearing to? What is happening to them? Will any of them turn up again? If ex-SAS operative Savage has anything to say about it Callum will be returned to his divorced parents in one piece hale and hearty even if it does mean not immediately sharing with the police all of the clues he and his partner find along the way.
Tannaz and Savage make a good team even though they are quite different. I would love to know how the two met and imagine that is probably mentioned in a previous book. The two find clues online, and here and there and sleuth and search and interact with street gangs, a supremacist group that is very racist comes into play and the two also have interactions with the police.
The task of finding out what happened to Callum is not easy or linear. It take them through some twists and turns that are intriguing. I will say that there were a few surprises for me even though I read the end before I reached it chronologically.
What I liked:
* The complexity of John Savage
* The fact that Savage was retired, still fit and had personality
* The dynamics between Savage and Tannaz
* The way the story unfolded
* The twist(s) at the end
* Finding out who the Archangel was and what happened to the children
What I did not like:
* The Archangel
* One of the police on the case
* Realizing once again that people can be warped
* Wondering what the Archangel was doing during the years between the time he first started taking children and what ended up being the motivator for his crimes.
Did I enjoy this book? Yes
Had I ever read anything by this author before? No
Was it necessary to read the previous two books and prequel to understand this book? No
Would I read more by this author/in this series? Yes
As the prequel, Savage, is available free through a link at the back of the book I would recommend reading it to get a feel for Savage before reading this book.
Thank you to the author who gifted me an ARC of this book through Books on the Bright Side ~ This is my honest review.
4.5 Stars
October 20, 2019
Where has this book been all my reading life? I’m completely new to Peter Boland’s books and after reading this I feel like I’ve finally got an invite to the best party in town.
I said yes to this as the hook grabbed my interest. I’m useless with technology but still find it really interesting. Caught on CCTV going in but not leaving WHAT?????
Well not only has it got a terrific original hook , it’s got a smart arse protagonist with inner demons ( imagine an invisible friend on steroids) a terrible dress sense (crocs and elasticated house trousers what was he thinking?) and a feisty side kick who is not only whip smart but tough too.
Now this is book three, however I read it as a stand alone and had no problems. But I will say I enjoyed it so much I’m going to have to read out of order and get books one and two now.
So what did I enjoy so much ? EVERYBLOODYTHING!! I will be honest and admit I actually guessed something fairly early on. Go me!! But even that didn’t detract from my enjoyment. Instead I gave myself a pat on the back for being a clever little sausage and carried on with this belter of a story.
I adored Savage’s and Tannaz’s partnership , I want to be in their gang and am happy to make the teas and coffees. I even found that I stopped caring about the missing kids as I was more interested in these two (aren’t I terrible) and trying to solve the mystery alongside them. And as for mystery damn this is a clever one and way out of my armchair detective capabilities. I don’t want to go into plot details as the less you know the better, trust me on this one.
I highly recommend this book but maybe buy all three so you can read them in order unlike this doofus.
I said yes to this as the hook grabbed my interest. I’m useless with technology but still find it really interesting. Caught on CCTV going in but not leaving WHAT?????
Well not only has it got a terrific original hook , it’s got a smart arse protagonist with inner demons ( imagine an invisible friend on steroids) a terrible dress sense (crocs and elasticated house trousers what was he thinking?) and a feisty side kick who is not only whip smart but tough too.
Now this is book three, however I read it as a stand alone and had no problems. But I will say I enjoyed it so much I’m going to have to read out of order and get books one and two now.
So what did I enjoy so much ? EVERYBLOODYTHING!! I will be honest and admit I actually guessed something fairly early on. Go me!! But even that didn’t detract from my enjoyment. Instead I gave myself a pat on the back for being a clever little sausage and carried on with this belter of a story.
I adored Savage’s and Tannaz’s partnership , I want to be in their gang and am happy to make the teas and coffees. I even found that I stopped caring about the missing kids as I was more interested in these two (aren’t I terrible) and trying to solve the mystery alongside them. And as for mystery damn this is a clever one and way out of my armchair detective capabilities. I don’t want to go into plot details as the less you know the better, trust me on this one.
I highly recommend this book but maybe buy all three so you can read them in order unlike this doofus.
September 29, 2019
John Savage likes nothing better than to sit in his garden with his beloved cuppa in his hand, trying to keep the voices from his PTSD at bay, unfortunately, this is not to be. The peace in his street is broken when a young boy who lives next door goes missing minutes before his mum is due to pick him up for his weekend visit with her and his grandma. Unfortunately, he is not the first child to go missing from the surrounding area and John is compelled to get involved as he soon realises that the Sutcliffe the main man involved in the search is useless. As usual, John enlists the help of his unlikely friend Tannaz a young woman who is a whizz with all thing I.T. including hacking. I was reluctant to put this book down last night but at 2 am I realised I wasn't doing myself or the book any favours. On conclusion, the explanation of the crimes is mind-blowing. I would definitely give this book 5* Plus if I could.
November 1, 2020
Another 5 stars
This was the third book I have read in this series. One after each other. Savage and Tannaz make a great partnership and are really good for each other. The story made the book very hard to put down. My next book will be Savage Gods, the fourth in the series. I am really looking forward to it. A big thank you to the author and from me a well deserved 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
This was the third book I have read in this series. One after each other. Savage and Tannaz make a great partnership and are really good for each other. The story made the book very hard to put down. My next book will be Savage Gods, the fourth in the series. I am really looking forward to it. A big thank you to the author and from me a well deserved 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
March 18, 2020
FOUND A NEW AUTHOR
Written with a tongue in cheek humour I loved this book. The hero is not new, and his sidekick is a Lisa Salander but it just managed to escape being a cheesy copy. A couple of twists and turns and the setting is pretty gruesome. I will look for more books by this author.
Written with a tongue in cheek humour I loved this book. The hero is not new, and his sidekick is a Lisa Salander but it just managed to escape being a cheesy copy. A couple of twists and turns and the setting is pretty gruesome. I will look for more books by this author.
December 19, 2020
Another great Savage adventure
I truly enjoy Peter Boland's books. I love the characters and the storylines. This book will keep you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end. I'm starting Savage Gods now!
I truly enjoy Peter Boland's books. I love the characters and the storylines. This book will keep you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end. I'm starting Savage Gods now!
March 31, 2020
Pacy read with interesting characters. Looking forward to the next in the series.
January 8, 2020
Following on from the John Savage series of mystery thrillers, this is the third instalment. Although I have never read the previous outings, this has not taken away from my overall enjoyment of Boland’s exciting next chapter.
The novel focusses on the mystery of missing children which Savage gets dragged in following the disappearance of his next door neighbour’s son. This is where the story takes a turn to delve deep into the mystery behind the crime rather than being a social commentary about the crimes itself.
The characters are very well written and using humour, horror and well drawn humanistic traits helps draw the reader into its web; Savage is an interesting character who has his demons and faults but this makes him more personable to the reader. The relationship between Savage and Tannaz is a winning formula. The dark underworld that is explored within by its characters are deeply absorbing as well.
The plot keeps strictly to the mystery and doesn’t spend time rehashing in full details of what happened previously unlike a Harry Potter book where a couple of hundred pages are bogged down with exposition of the previous books. This is where Boland is able to pepper the past into the main mystery without using long winded narrative. This is a treat and helps the reader read this as a stand alone but gives the readers enough in-house knowledge if you are a fan of the series.
Overall, this is an absorbing and gritty murder mystery and that treats his hero as a human being who is smart, intelligent but does have a nerdy slant to him, although it seems from his style of dress. Using the genre of mystery thriller and keeping above the norm and going beyond the paint by numbers approach that this genre sometimes hits, sets this apart from previous novels of this ilk. This is a real page turner that keeps the reader involved whilst given them an exciting thrill ride to the very end. Highly recommended.
The novel focusses on the mystery of missing children which Savage gets dragged in following the disappearance of his next door neighbour’s son. This is where the story takes a turn to delve deep into the mystery behind the crime rather than being a social commentary about the crimes itself.
The characters are very well written and using humour, horror and well drawn humanistic traits helps draw the reader into its web; Savage is an interesting character who has his demons and faults but this makes him more personable to the reader. The relationship between Savage and Tannaz is a winning formula. The dark underworld that is explored within by its characters are deeply absorbing as well.
The plot keeps strictly to the mystery and doesn’t spend time rehashing in full details of what happened previously unlike a Harry Potter book where a couple of hundred pages are bogged down with exposition of the previous books. This is where Boland is able to pepper the past into the main mystery without using long winded narrative. This is a treat and helps the reader read this as a stand alone but gives the readers enough in-house knowledge if you are a fan of the series.
Overall, this is an absorbing and gritty murder mystery and that treats his hero as a human being who is smart, intelligent but does have a nerdy slant to him, although it seems from his style of dress. Using the genre of mystery thriller and keeping above the norm and going beyond the paint by numbers approach that this genre sometimes hits, sets this apart from previous novels of this ilk. This is a real page turner that keeps the reader involved whilst given them an exciting thrill ride to the very end. Highly recommended.
December 19, 2019
I loved the first two books in this series, Savage Lies and Savage Games. They were both stand out reads for me, so I was really excited for this one, and lucky enough to see an early copy.
Although this is the third in the series, it can easily be read as a standalone, as all you need to know is explained. But I heartily recommend you read the first two as they are awesome, and well worth taking the time for.
John Savage has reached that point in his life when all he really wants to do is sit in his back garden in his lounge trousers and crocs with a good book and a bucketload of tea. But his young neighbour disappears - he went into the local park and never came out again. Then his desperate parents receive a drawing of Calum as an angel. And it turns out he's not the only missing child.
I am so pleased to see Savage back. I've said it before, and I'll say it again, I'm a little bit in love with him. Underneath the tee shirt and elasticated trousers is a very fit man, with a serious set of skills and a heart for justice. He's an unusual protagonist, being older and retired, but that just makes him more interesting. It was also great to see Tannaz back. She and Savage are so different, but they complement each other, and I love their easy, relaxed relationship.
The story line is a disturbing one as it features children, but it's very original and tense, with a twist in the tale. It's quite high tech in places - Peter has clearly researched computer hacking, video analysis and manipulation.
There are some great new characters here, particularly Vikram, Carl Cooper and Sutcliffe. When I say great, I mean colourful, and really well drawn, not necessarily nice. Actually, not at all nice in some cases. Someone I wasn't keen to see again was Jeff Perkins. If you've read the previous books you'll know why but, if you haven't, all is explained. Anyway, he's back big time in Savage Children in a really interesting and creative development - really keen to see where that goes.
Although the story is serious, there is a lot of humour to be found in this book, often in the dialogue from Savage or Tannaz, but also in the writing. I loved Savage's explanation of how to use the word 'literally' properly, whilst disarming a gang member of his knife. It shouldn't work, but it does. There's a very funny description of Waitrose, and a genius name for a misguided group of paedophile hunters. And as with previous books there are a ton of movie references, with one film even suggesting a fighting technique.
Original, exciting and beautifully written, Savage Children is a strong addition to the John Savage series. I am already excited for the next instalment, particularly after reading the very end of this one. Please write faster, Pete!
Although this is the third in the series, it can easily be read as a standalone, as all you need to know is explained. But I heartily recommend you read the first two as they are awesome, and well worth taking the time for.
John Savage has reached that point in his life when all he really wants to do is sit in his back garden in his lounge trousers and crocs with a good book and a bucketload of tea. But his young neighbour disappears - he went into the local park and never came out again. Then his desperate parents receive a drawing of Calum as an angel. And it turns out he's not the only missing child.
I am so pleased to see Savage back. I've said it before, and I'll say it again, I'm a little bit in love with him. Underneath the tee shirt and elasticated trousers is a very fit man, with a serious set of skills and a heart for justice. He's an unusual protagonist, being older and retired, but that just makes him more interesting. It was also great to see Tannaz back. She and Savage are so different, but they complement each other, and I love their easy, relaxed relationship.
The story line is a disturbing one as it features children, but it's very original and tense, with a twist in the tale. It's quite high tech in places - Peter has clearly researched computer hacking, video analysis and manipulation.
There are some great new characters here, particularly Vikram, Carl Cooper and Sutcliffe. When I say great, I mean colourful, and really well drawn, not necessarily nice. Actually, not at all nice in some cases. Someone I wasn't keen to see again was Jeff Perkins. If you've read the previous books you'll know why but, if you haven't, all is explained. Anyway, he's back big time in Savage Children in a really interesting and creative development - really keen to see where that goes.
Although the story is serious, there is a lot of humour to be found in this book, often in the dialogue from Savage or Tannaz, but also in the writing. I loved Savage's explanation of how to use the word 'literally' properly, whilst disarming a gang member of his knife. It shouldn't work, but it does. There's a very funny description of Waitrose, and a genius name for a misguided group of paedophile hunters. And as with previous books there are a ton of movie references, with one film even suggesting a fighting technique.
Original, exciting and beautifully written, Savage Children is a strong addition to the John Savage series. I am already excited for the next instalment, particularly after reading the very end of this one. Please write faster, Pete!
October 20, 2019
5 Epic, Heart Racing, Thriller Suspense Filled Stars!
I was given this book in turn for an honest review.
John Savage with the help of his friend Tannaz decide to investigate the disappearance of his neighbour’s child. They soon discover it is something much deeper than the case of just one missing child.
Peter Boland has written another outstanding and epic thriller in the John Savage Series. As this series progresses, it’s clear how far Peter Boland’s writing, and his character development have come along. He manages to engage the reader from the very first page and hold them captive until the very end. He also has this way of leaving you wanting more.
You can’t help but adore John Savage and his friend and side kick Tannaz. They are like chalk and cheese, however, as a team they are perfect.
This story has the reader on tenterhooks throughout and has you guessing the plot all the way through. Although for once, I am happy to say on a personal level, I had worked out one plot twist in this series, simply because sometimes it’s nice to get it right, ha-ha. However, it in no way took away from the story as the why, was not easy to decipher.
One thing to take from this series is to never underestimate someone. John Savage repeatedly blows your mind with the skills, strength and determination he has.
I don’t think this series will ever get old, and the possibilities are endless for the adventures of John Savage. I’m looking forward to the next book in the series, and it can’t come soon enough!
The John Savage series is perfect for all crime, thriller readers who also enjoy a little added humour. I personally recommend reading the John Savage Series in order, to get the full benefit from the stories.
I was given this book in turn for an honest review.
John Savage with the help of his friend Tannaz decide to investigate the disappearance of his neighbour’s child. They soon discover it is something much deeper than the case of just one missing child.
Peter Boland has written another outstanding and epic thriller in the John Savage Series. As this series progresses, it’s clear how far Peter Boland’s writing, and his character development have come along. He manages to engage the reader from the very first page and hold them captive until the very end. He also has this way of leaving you wanting more.
You can’t help but adore John Savage and his friend and side kick Tannaz. They are like chalk and cheese, however, as a team they are perfect.
This story has the reader on tenterhooks throughout and has you guessing the plot all the way through. Although for once, I am happy to say on a personal level, I had worked out one plot twist in this series, simply because sometimes it’s nice to get it right, ha-ha. However, it in no way took away from the story as the why, was not easy to decipher.
One thing to take from this series is to never underestimate someone. John Savage repeatedly blows your mind with the skills, strength and determination he has.
I don’t think this series will ever get old, and the possibilities are endless for the adventures of John Savage. I’m looking forward to the next book in the series, and it can’t come soon enough!
The John Savage series is perfect for all crime, thriller readers who also enjoy a little added humour. I personally recommend reading the John Savage Series in order, to get the full benefit from the stories.
October 20, 2019
Savage Children by Peter Boland brings us John Savage and his Persian sidekick Tannaz delving into another investigation which they really shouldn't. But they're both just too curious to stay out of it.
The 10year old son of the slob living next door vanishes and Savage and Tannaz set out to find out what's happened to him. During the search they discover he's not the first child to go missing although no bodies have yet been found.
Using Tannaz's expert skills on a laptop and some very dodgy gang members, Savage finds out a lot about what's going on, unfortunately getting on the wrong side of a very belligerent police inspector who just wants someone arrested, whether he's the right guy or not. Things don't run all that smoothly for all of those involved and there's enough red herrings thrown in by Boland that I didn't guess the twist at the end.
John Savage is a retired SAS soldier who has seen and done some awful things in his time. Subsequently he carries around in his head a voice, the voice of his conscious, who he's given the name Jeff Perkins. No, Jeff is not a pleasant guy and torments Savage as much as he can but he's got an issue with Savage's friend Tannaz and stays hidden when she's around. Perkins presence makes normal living very hard for Savage and to be honest, I'm not sure how he does what he does. Boland writes the interaction between Savage and Perkins with great skill.
As with the other Savage books I really enjoy the interaction between Savage and Tannaz, two very different people who just gel. Borland writes his characters with such detail it makes it easy to imagine them and to empathise with their situations.
Savage Children is the third book in the John Savage series and I'm pleased to hear it's not the last one.
The 10year old son of the slob living next door vanishes and Savage and Tannaz set out to find out what's happened to him. During the search they discover he's not the first child to go missing although no bodies have yet been found.
Using Tannaz's expert skills on a laptop and some very dodgy gang members, Savage finds out a lot about what's going on, unfortunately getting on the wrong side of a very belligerent police inspector who just wants someone arrested, whether he's the right guy or not. Things don't run all that smoothly for all of those involved and there's enough red herrings thrown in by Boland that I didn't guess the twist at the end.
John Savage is a retired SAS soldier who has seen and done some awful things in his time. Subsequently he carries around in his head a voice, the voice of his conscious, who he's given the name Jeff Perkins. No, Jeff is not a pleasant guy and torments Savage as much as he can but he's got an issue with Savage's friend Tannaz and stays hidden when she's around. Perkins presence makes normal living very hard for Savage and to be honest, I'm not sure how he does what he does. Boland writes the interaction between Savage and Perkins with great skill.
As with the other Savage books I really enjoy the interaction between Savage and Tannaz, two very different people who just gel. Borland writes his characters with such detail it makes it easy to imagine them and to empathise with their situations.
Savage Children is the third book in the John Savage series and I'm pleased to hear it's not the last one.
October 19, 2019
This is the 3rd book in the series, I read and reviewed the excellent 'Savage Games' earlier in the year as part of another tour, and im happy to say this next book in the series is another cracker.
Children are disappearing from London parks, literally without a trace, with no sign on the CCTV footage of these kids leaving the parks or being taken, How and where are they going?
When Savage’s neighbours son goes missing he is inexplicably drawn into the search for his young neighbour with the help of his ever ready and ever feisty friend and computer Hacker, Tannaz.
An adrenaline filled action packed thrill ride is ahead as Savage and Tannaz, are faced with right-wing vigilantes, young gangs and dodgy police amongst others.
This is really quite an intelligent thriller, the authors knowledge of cctv and technology is quite amazing, and his two protagonists, both so very different, again gel brilliantly.
Savage is a great character, quite possibly my favourite protagonist at the moment, one minute he seems a cool and ready to strike, well oiled machine, the next he could be your favourite uncle telling a story, and he also has flaws, which raise their head again in this book, and leave a highly interesting back story to come. Alongside Tannaz they are an extremely exciting and at times, combustible duo!
Clever, Intense, Blistering and at times powerful, this is another masterful tale by Peter Boland, Keep these crackers coming please!
If you like your books full of action with sharp plots and jaw dropping twists, these books are for you.
Highly Recommended
5 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Children are disappearing from London parks, literally without a trace, with no sign on the CCTV footage of these kids leaving the parks or being taken, How and where are they going?
When Savage’s neighbours son goes missing he is inexplicably drawn into the search for his young neighbour with the help of his ever ready and ever feisty friend and computer Hacker, Tannaz.
An adrenaline filled action packed thrill ride is ahead as Savage and Tannaz, are faced with right-wing vigilantes, young gangs and dodgy police amongst others.
This is really quite an intelligent thriller, the authors knowledge of cctv and technology is quite amazing, and his two protagonists, both so very different, again gel brilliantly.
Savage is a great character, quite possibly my favourite protagonist at the moment, one minute he seems a cool and ready to strike, well oiled machine, the next he could be your favourite uncle telling a story, and he also has flaws, which raise their head again in this book, and leave a highly interesting back story to come. Alongside Tannaz they are an extremely exciting and at times, combustible duo!
Clever, Intense, Blistering and at times powerful, this is another masterful tale by Peter Boland, Keep these crackers coming please!
If you like your books full of action with sharp plots and jaw dropping twists, these books are for you.
Highly Recommended
5 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
October 18, 2019
#3 in the John Savage series, but can easily be read as a stand-alone, although you are missing out on a great series.
The Archangel is abducting children, drugging them and making them draw a picture of themselves as angels. They then send the picture to the parents!!
When John Savage’s neighbours son goes missing he decides to find the abductor himself.
Now, Savage is retired, drinking tea in his ‘house trousers’….but don’t let that fool you. This ex-SAS soldier is as fit as ever and with Tannaz they use her genius computer skills to find out more.
The police are not exactly helpful and even arrest Savage at one point, they are at a loss. Are these children still alive? Can Savage find Callum?
Savage is flawed, haunted by Jeff Perkins a figment of his PTSD but such a likeable character, Tannaz is fearless and utterly brilliant so now on Book 3, I love these characters. With a great plot, this is a crime thriller with a difference and I can’t wait for the next in the series……
Thank you to Sarah at Book On The Bright Side for the opportunity to participate in this blog tour, for the promotional materials and a free copy of the ebook. This is my honest, unbiased review.
The Archangel is abducting children, drugging them and making them draw a picture of themselves as angels. They then send the picture to the parents!!
When John Savage’s neighbours son goes missing he decides to find the abductor himself.
Now, Savage is retired, drinking tea in his ‘house trousers’….but don’t let that fool you. This ex-SAS soldier is as fit as ever and with Tannaz they use her genius computer skills to find out more.
The police are not exactly helpful and even arrest Savage at one point, they are at a loss. Are these children still alive? Can Savage find Callum?
Savage is flawed, haunted by Jeff Perkins a figment of his PTSD but such a likeable character, Tannaz is fearless and utterly brilliant so now on Book 3, I love these characters. With a great plot, this is a crime thriller with a difference and I can’t wait for the next in the series……
Thank you to Sarah at Book On The Bright Side for the opportunity to participate in this blog tour, for the promotional materials and a free copy of the ebook. This is my honest, unbiased review.
October 10, 2019
Children going missing, seemingly just vanishing from existence and one of whom is Savages neighbour.
Savage becomes involved in investigating the disappearance of his neighbours child from a park near their home with only one way in and out and no CCTV footage of the child ever leaving the park.
By virtue of similarity he finds himself drawn into further investigations of other missing children, snatched in the same circumstances across parks in London.
Savage and his friend and hacker Tannaz begin investigating via illegal means, hacking into CCTV, police phones and records and generally getting into and in the way of the investigation, to the annoyance of the police officers involved.
Suspected and arrested at one point, Savage begins to uncover the means by which the children disappear but the reasons for the bizarre communications with their families remains unresolved until the very end of the book.
A mind blowing motive, a twisted kidnapper and an excellent investigation by Savage and Tannaz, who run rings around the cops and eventually lead them to the perpetrator.
Savage becomes involved in investigating the disappearance of his neighbours child from a park near their home with only one way in and out and no CCTV footage of the child ever leaving the park.
By virtue of similarity he finds himself drawn into further investigations of other missing children, snatched in the same circumstances across parks in London.
Savage and his friend and hacker Tannaz begin investigating via illegal means, hacking into CCTV, police phones and records and generally getting into and in the way of the investigation, to the annoyance of the police officers involved.
Suspected and arrested at one point, Savage begins to uncover the means by which the children disappear but the reasons for the bizarre communications with their families remains unresolved until the very end of the book.
A mind blowing motive, a twisted kidnapper and an excellent investigation by Savage and Tannaz, who run rings around the cops and eventually lead them to the perpetrator.
October 18, 2019
I am a big fan of this series. Having read and loved the first two books, I was really looking forward to finding out what John and Tannaz were up to now.
John's hopes of a quiet life relaxing in his stretchy pants drinking tea are thwarted yet again when the 10-year-old son of his neighbour goes missing. It is soon clear that the boy has been taken and Savage can't help but try to investigate himself, despite being warned off by the police. He is less than impressed with the lead investigator so along with Tannaz and her superior tech skills, they look into the boys disappearance.
John and Tannaz are both excellent characters and their quirky, funny relationship is one of the best parts about this series. It is really good to see how it is blossoming into a brilliant crime-fighting partnership.
With twist, shocks and a very intriguing ending, this series just seems to be getting better and better. Bring on the next one!
John's hopes of a quiet life relaxing in his stretchy pants drinking tea are thwarted yet again when the 10-year-old son of his neighbour goes missing. It is soon clear that the boy has been taken and Savage can't help but try to investigate himself, despite being warned off by the police. He is less than impressed with the lead investigator so along with Tannaz and her superior tech skills, they look into the boys disappearance.
John and Tannaz are both excellent characters and their quirky, funny relationship is one of the best parts about this series. It is really good to see how it is blossoming into a brilliant crime-fighting partnership.
With twist, shocks and a very intriguing ending, this series just seems to be getting better and better. Bring on the next one!
November 2, 2019
Wow, there was certainly a lot going on in this story, the third in the series thus far.
Savage and Tannaz are back, trying to figure out where the children are who are being abducted by someone called The Archangel. When Savage's neighbour Callum goes missing as well, they really step up the hunt to try and get the abductor. There is a twist in this story though, and things are not as they seem.
I like these two main characters so much, they are a great fit as a baddie fighting team! Tannaz's computer hacking skills are incredible and she has learnt a great deal about self-defence as well, since the last book, since Savage is teaching her everything he knows. This is coming in very handy as they deal with all sorts of nasty characters along the way.
This was a really good read, I enjoyed it. Looking forward to the next book already.
4.5 stars from me.
Savage and Tannaz are back, trying to figure out where the children are who are being abducted by someone called The Archangel. When Savage's neighbour Callum goes missing as well, they really step up the hunt to try and get the abductor. There is a twist in this story though, and things are not as they seem.
I like these two main characters so much, they are a great fit as a baddie fighting team! Tannaz's computer hacking skills are incredible and she has learnt a great deal about self-defence as well, since the last book, since Savage is teaching her everything he knows. This is coming in very handy as they deal with all sorts of nasty characters along the way.
This was a really good read, I enjoyed it. Looking forward to the next book already.
4.5 stars from me.
November 19, 2019
Savage Children is the third book in the series, but I read it as a standalone and found no issues doing so. The only thing it made me want to do is read the rest of the series.
The characters are fantastic. I love the banter between Savage and Tannaz. It was just enough tension relief when the novel started getting suspenseful. I love when characters are so deeply penned they move the plot forward on their own.
I love the twists and turns this novel took. Peter Boland knows how to keep you on the edge of your seat. I also loved the ending and how it wrapped up. The pacing of this novel was great.
Overall, a intelligent suspense novel. I throughouly enjoyed it and I recommend checking it out.
*I received a complimentary copy of this book as part of a blog tour with Books On The Bright Side. All opinions are my own.*
The characters are fantastic. I love the banter between Savage and Tannaz. It was just enough tension relief when the novel started getting suspenseful. I love when characters are so deeply penned they move the plot forward on their own.
I love the twists and turns this novel took. Peter Boland knows how to keep you on the edge of your seat. I also loved the ending and how it wrapped up. The pacing of this novel was great.
Overall, a intelligent suspense novel. I throughouly enjoyed it and I recommend checking it out.
*I received a complimentary copy of this book as part of a blog tour with Books On The Bright Side. All opinions are my own.*
October 10, 2019
When John Savages next door neighbour, 10 year old Callum, goes missing ex SAS Savage and his tech savy friend Tannaz try to help to find him.
What they uncover is shocking and mysterious. Children are disappearing. Caught on CCTV entering parks but never exiting. Their tormented parents receive hand drawn pictures of the children of angels all semingly taken the Archangel. The police have no clues but Savage and Tannaz won't give up until they get answers and find Callum.
Twists, turns and laughs come thick and fast until the final whammy.
This is the third book in the Savage series and although I hadn't read the first two it didn't make a difference and worked well as a stand alone. I will be going back to the beginning while I await the next installment.
Brilliant five stars.
What they uncover is shocking and mysterious. Children are disappearing. Caught on CCTV entering parks but never exiting. Their tormented parents receive hand drawn pictures of the children of angels all semingly taken the Archangel. The police have no clues but Savage and Tannaz won't give up until they get answers and find Callum.
Twists, turns and laughs come thick and fast until the final whammy.
This is the third book in the Savage series and although I hadn't read the first two it didn't make a difference and worked well as a stand alone. I will be going back to the beginning while I await the next installment.
Brilliant five stars.
October 2, 2019
Absolutely, unashamedly love these books. The solid partnership between Tannaz and Savage grows and becomes ever more intriguing. Jim Perkins, I want you to do one!!!
Brilliant plot and even more brilliant delivery. I wonder what will happen as Savage ages even more and even though I really don’t want it to happen, I’m glad it is, as it makes the story more real. Quite a bit of focus on his age in this one. Don’t tell me we are pensioning him off??
Back to the storyline; the ‘discovery’ which makes very uncomfortable reading, is absolutely necessary and this is made sense of later when we learn more about our protagonist and what makes him tick.
When is the next one please 😁.
Brilliant plot and even more brilliant delivery. I wonder what will happen as Savage ages even more and even though I really don’t want it to happen, I’m glad it is, as it makes the story more real. Quite a bit of focus on his age in this one. Don’t tell me we are pensioning him off??
Back to the storyline; the ‘discovery’ which makes very uncomfortable reading, is absolutely necessary and this is made sense of later when we learn more about our protagonist and what makes him tick.
When is the next one please 😁.
October 20, 2019
I am a fan of this series, and Savage Children didn't disappoint. Without spoilers, I just LOVED the banter Savage & Tannaz have.. I was literally laughing out loud at some parts.. Amongst that lightheartedness, the tension of "what's going to happen" next was still there. Why were children disappearing, let alone who.. I felt as a reader I got more insight into John Savage, and loved it, and it scares me!!! I enjoyed how the story came to conclusion, it didn't feel rushed, and was natural.. I can't wait for the next adventure... Thank you Peter Boland! Don't stop writing these!!!
October 19, 2019
Savage and his side-kick, the computer-whiz Tannaz, are on the search for someone kidnapping children. None have been returned and there are real fears for their lives. They become involved because the lad who lives next door to Savage is abducted. Police arrest him under suspicion as he often played football with the lad after school. This is a great story – Savage’s SAS training means he doesn’t back down even with a gang, and Tannaz is an expert hacker. She finds evidence but they can’t pass it to the police as she shouldn’t have it! It’s a rollicking good crime story and very exciting. I love this series.
September 28, 2019
Wow what a rollercoaster of a ride. This book follows the story of a missing lad called Callum who seems to have entered a park then disappeared into thin air. The child’s neighbour John Savage and his friend Tannaz set out to investigate what happen and find out that there Callum is not the first child too go missing. A serial abductor called the Archangel is being hunted by the police and the two amateur detectives but will they find the children alive and in the end is the truth more shocking than they ever expected. This is a great read and I couldn’t put it down.
October 18, 2019
Wow this is another great book by Mr Boland, he can't write fast enough fpr my liking! What can Savage and Tannaz get up to now? Will it end well or won't it......?
Another book read in 2 sittings, I literally fell right in and let my cups of tea go cold, what would Savage say to that?
If you liked the previous 2 books you won't be disappointed, also works well as a standalone as do the previous 2 books as Peter gives you some background to the main characters previously without boring you if you already know.
Give it a go, roll on book 4.
Another book read in 2 sittings, I literally fell right in and let my cups of tea go cold, what would Savage say to that?
If you liked the previous 2 books you won't be disappointed, also works well as a standalone as do the previous 2 books as Peter gives you some background to the main characters previously without boring you if you already know.
Give it a go, roll on book 4.
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