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Fight Dirty
***Book 2: AMAZON BESTSELLING BIG MO SERIES***
IN GANGLAND IT’S THE WOMEN WHO FIGHT DIRTY
HER ENEMIES ARE CLOSER THAN SHE THINKS
Notorious East End gangster, Jimmy Southpaw has made his long lost granddaughter, Maureen ‘Big Mo’ Watson , the head of his criminal empire. But not everyone’s happy about it, including Mo’s tough as nails new stepmother, Kristal Steele. When a mysterious new gangster goes to war with Mo she begins to doubt her ability to fill Jimmy’s shoes. Feeling her enemies circling, Mo contacts, ruthless bad boy Nico Sinclair to help find out who is trying to take her criminal crown. Who is this gangster taking Mo on? Who’s backing him up? Will Jimmy think he’s made a big mistake choosing Mo as his gangland heir? BOOK 2 IN THE EPIC BIG MO CRIME SERIES.
BOOK 1: Dirty Tricks PRAISE FOR DREDA
'Great book written by a great girl.' MARTINA COLE
As good as it gets.' LEE CHILD
IN GANGLAND IT’S THE WOMEN WHO FIGHT DIRTY
HER ENEMIES ARE CLOSER THAN SHE THINKS
Notorious East End gangster, Jimmy Southpaw has made his long lost granddaughter, Maureen ‘Big Mo’ Watson , the head of his criminal empire. But not everyone’s happy about it, including Mo’s tough as nails new stepmother, Kristal Steele. When a mysterious new gangster goes to war with Mo she begins to doubt her ability to fill Jimmy’s shoes. Feeling her enemies circling, Mo contacts, ruthless bad boy Nico Sinclair to help find out who is trying to take her criminal crown. Who is this gangster taking Mo on? Who’s backing him up? Will Jimmy think he’s made a big mistake choosing Mo as his gangland heir? BOOK 2 IN THE EPIC BIG MO CRIME SERIES.
BOOK 1: Dirty Tricks PRAISE FOR DREDA
'Great book written by a great girl.' MARTINA COLE
As good as it gets.' LEE CHILD
338 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 25, 2021
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About the author
Dreda Say Mitchell
48 books523 followersHer Majesty, The Queen appointed Dreda an MBE in her 2020 New Year’s Honours’ List. Dreda scooped the CWA’s John Creasey Dagger in 2004, the first time a Black British author has received this honour. Dreda and Ryan write across the crime and mystery genre – psychological thrillers, gritty gangland crime and fast-paced action books Spare Room, their first psychological thriller was a #1 UK and US Amazon Bestseller. Dreda is one of twelve acclaimed and bestselling international female writers contributing to a new Miss Marple anthology. Dreda is a passionate campaigner and speaker on social issues and the arts. She has been a frequent guest on television and radio including BBC Breakfast,, Celebrity Pointless and Celebrity Eggheads, The Stephen Nolan Show, Front Row and Woman’s Hour. She has presented Radio 4’s flagship books programme, Open Book. Dreda was named one of Britain’s 50 Remarkable Women by Lady Geek in association with Nokia. She was the 2011 chair of the Theakston Harrogate Crime Fiction Festival. Dreda was born and raised in the East End of London where she continues to live. Dreda’s family are from the beautiful Caribbean island of Grenada and her name is pronounced with a long ‘ee’ sound in the middle.
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June 8, 2021
One word brilliant I really didn’t want this to end
February 25, 2021
Fight Dirty Wow!!
I was lucky enough to receive an advanced copy through the publishers and thoroughly enjoyed it. Back to Big Mos world. After her escapades in Dirty Tricks Big Mo is top of the tree and heir apparent to the Southpaw empire. But heavy is the head that wears the crown. Does she have what it takes to stay there? It doesn't help when those close are plotting her downfall.
A marvellous follow up with more twists and turns than a roller-coaster. But what makes it great are the characters and the backdrop. Dreda S M doesn't just write words she paints pictures. One of the best descriptive writers alive today. I would go as far as Dickensian like. We have Brother Bertie with tude the crocked pork pie hat his love of tunes and his moonshine no mercy rum. (If anyone was going to play him on screen it would be Rudolph Walker all day) We also have Sister Argie Bargie (Aggie) a nicotine loving nun who ain't afraid to get stuck in 🤛 (Eastenders again Arjee Bajhi anyone?) And there is a dry spin in a launderettes that Dot Cotton would not approve of (ooh I say!)
I have read all of the authors books all great but I think Big Mo is her finest work and can't wait for book 3. ❤️
I was lucky enough to receive an advanced copy through the publishers and thoroughly enjoyed it. Back to Big Mos world. After her escapades in Dirty Tricks Big Mo is top of the tree and heir apparent to the Southpaw empire. But heavy is the head that wears the crown. Does she have what it takes to stay there? It doesn't help when those close are plotting her downfall.
A marvellous follow up with more twists and turns than a roller-coaster. But what makes it great are the characters and the backdrop. Dreda S M doesn't just write words she paints pictures. One of the best descriptive writers alive today. I would go as far as Dickensian like. We have Brother Bertie with tude the crocked pork pie hat his love of tunes and his moonshine no mercy rum. (If anyone was going to play him on screen it would be Rudolph Walker all day) We also have Sister Argie Bargie (Aggie) a nicotine loving nun who ain't afraid to get stuck in 🤛 (Eastenders again Arjee Bajhi anyone?) And there is a dry spin in a launderettes that Dot Cotton would not approve of (ooh I say!)
I have read all of the authors books all great but I think Big Mo is her finest work and can't wait for book 3. ❤️
February 2, 2026
If you are planning on reading the books in order maybe avoid reviews as they will inevitably contain spoliers!
I finished book one in this series in just two sittings and was itching to get onto the next book. We now know that Big Mo is Jimmy Southpaws Granddaughter and as such he has chosen to make her the head of his empire. A notorious criminal and a well known face, so people were shocked to see him let Mo take the reigns, especially those closest to Jimmy. While those closest to Mo are planning her comeuppance, Mo herself is dealing with some strange new relationships including that with her stepmother Kristal. Add into that mix Nico Sinclair a bad boy and fellow criminal and you have yourself a gritty gangland book.
The storyline steams along with all the storylines playing out in first class fashion. The writing was as always amazing, the characters were people you couldn't stop reading about and this second book in the series is just as good as the first. If you love this gangland style of book then you cannot go wrong with this series, but do yourself a favour and start with book 1. A book that I thoroughly enjoyed!
I finished book one in this series in just two sittings and was itching to get onto the next book. We now know that Big Mo is Jimmy Southpaws Granddaughter and as such he has chosen to make her the head of his empire. A notorious criminal and a well known face, so people were shocked to see him let Mo take the reigns, especially those closest to Jimmy. While those closest to Mo are planning her comeuppance, Mo herself is dealing with some strange new relationships including that with her stepmother Kristal. Add into that mix Nico Sinclair a bad boy and fellow criminal and you have yourself a gritty gangland book.
The storyline steams along with all the storylines playing out in first class fashion. The writing was as always amazing, the characters were people you couldn't stop reading about and this second book in the series is just as good as the first. If you love this gangland style of book then you cannot go wrong with this series, but do yourself a favour and start with book 1. A book that I thoroughly enjoyed!
February 27, 2021
Second cracking instalment
BIG MO is back and is fighting dirty
Big Mo Watson now nineteen years old, is now living with her new found family grandad Jimmy "Southpaw" she adores this man he is the powerful head of the Steele family, a leading figure in the East End London underworld.
Mo is now the heir to his criminal empire, and ready to learn and prove herself, and won't rest till she set's out to find out who has done her father Robbie in and done the evil deed. She don't trust anyone not even family.
This is the second instalment after enjoying the first I couldn't wait to read more, this girl is one feisty small chic who takes no stick, right from the off we learn about who her father really was some good some bad.
It has everything put all together murders, dirty deeds, sex and this girl comes out fighting dirty.
Loved the whole lot and looking forward to Book Three from this author, excellent read. A slap bang cracker.
BIG MO is back and is fighting dirty
Big Mo Watson now nineteen years old, is now living with her new found family grandad Jimmy "Southpaw" she adores this man he is the powerful head of the Steele family, a leading figure in the East End London underworld.
Mo is now the heir to his criminal empire, and ready to learn and prove herself, and won't rest till she set's out to find out who has done her father Robbie in and done the evil deed. She don't trust anyone not even family.
This is the second instalment after enjoying the first I couldn't wait to read more, this girl is one feisty small chic who takes no stick, right from the off we learn about who her father really was some good some bad.
It has everything put all together murders, dirty deeds, sex and this girl comes out fighting dirty.
Loved the whole lot and looking forward to Book Three from this author, excellent read. A slap bang cracker.
April 13, 2021
Who killed Robbie Southpaw
Yet another good book by Dreda Say Mitchell, I knew it would be. Page after page after page, I actually read it and turned the next page to realise that I'd finished it. This is the first time I've ever done that, I was soo shocked. I'm now hoping that there's another book in the series.
I love the characters especially Big Mo, I wish someone would just spill the beans on the relationship between her parents (Precious and Robbie). I also wanna know who actually killed her father and why.
I think to be honest it finished too quickly for me lool
Yet another good book by Dreda Say Mitchell, I knew it would be. Page after page after page, I actually read it and turned the next page to realise that I'd finished it. This is the first time I've ever done that, I was soo shocked. I'm now hoping that there's another book in the series.
I love the characters especially Big Mo, I wish someone would just spill the beans on the relationship between her parents (Precious and Robbie). I also wanna know who actually killed her father and why.
I think to be honest it finished too quickly for me lool
February 28, 2021
Big Mo is back, and is now Jimmy Southpaws chosen head of his gangland business. Some are looking at her as a young girl and are definitely underestimating what she can do. Kristal and Harry have had their noses put out of joint at Jimmy’s choice. Will they be able to discredit Big Mo or will she show them she’s the right person for the job. You will be gripped from page one. I look forward to catching up with Big Mo again in book 3, and the other fab characters like Ruddy and Brother Bertie
May 25, 2021
This book is the 2nd in the Big Mo Series. It is a fantastic gangland crime thriller, lots of great characters to draw you in , very gritty and also funny in places. Dreda Say Mitchell has that knack of mixing the two and it results in a superb series you just don't want to end. If you havent read this I urge you to do so. Terrific!!
March 6, 2021
I enjoyed reading this and seeing how Mo was getting on, it kept my attention from page one and what I liked most was Ruddy and Brother Bertie, they add a light hearted part to the book. I’m looking forward to reading the third book.
March 22, 2021
Loved it
I have this book four stars because I didn't enjoy it as much as the first book.. I hope No makes her peace with her mum and she gets the answers she wants about why nobody opened her dad's cell door when the police station was set on fire.
I have this book four stars because I didn't enjoy it as much as the first book.. I hope No makes her peace with her mum and she gets the answers she wants about why nobody opened her dad's cell door when the police station was set on fire.
March 24, 2021
WOW
Well ,well ,well. Yet another banger from the very talented Dreda! I loved everything about this book ,from the characters to the storyline. I always recommend anything from Dreda and will continue to do so, so keep em coming, I'm waiting!!!
Well ,well ,well. Yet another banger from the very talented Dreda! I loved everything about this book ,from the characters to the storyline. I always recommend anything from Dreda and will continue to do so, so keep em coming, I'm waiting!!!
April 13, 2021
Amazing, as usual
Dreda is a class act all the way! Her writing is colourful, humorous, and she pulls you through the story she is telling with skill. I love her books, this was a cracker, can't wait for the next!
Dreda is a class act all the way! Her writing is colourful, humorous, and she pulls you through the story she is telling with skill. I love her books, this was a cracker, can't wait for the next!
June 6, 2021
Big mo book 2
Disappointed with the sudden ending with no mention of a book 3 to follow.was thoroughly enjoying the storyline and characters up until then .
Look forward to a book 3 if there is one.
Disappointed with the sudden ending with no mention of a book 3 to follow.was thoroughly enjoying the storyline and characters up until then .
Look forward to a book 3 if there is one.
October 19, 2021
I love. The. characters. I'n. This. Book. They. Are. So. Down. To. Earth. I. Find. This. Book. Very. Rea
L. I. Will. Definitely. Read. The. First. Book. I. Don't. Think. It. Will. Spoil. The. Fact. I. Read. The. Second one. First. Well. Done.
L. I. Will. Definitely. Read. The. First. Book. I. Don't. Think. It. Will. Spoil. The. Fact. I. Read. The. Second one. First. Well. Done.
February 28, 2021
LOVED this! Dreda's writing just gets better and better. Can't wait for the next in the Big Mo series 🙂
March 1, 2021
Enjoyable
I enjoyed reading this story even if I found it quite light hearted in comparison to some of DSM’s other gangland novels. Looking forward to the next instalment.
I enjoyed reading this story even if I found it quite light hearted in comparison to some of DSM’s other gangland novels. Looking forward to the next instalment.
March 1, 2021
Very enjoyable book
I really enjoyed this book. I love Dreda's crime stories. Plenty of action with no let up. Really great writer!
I really enjoyed this book. I love Dreda's crime stories. Plenty of action with no let up. Really great writer!
March 6, 2021
Dreda Say Mitchell Never fails to disappoint!!
Yet again Big Mo had me hooked again!!
Yet again Big Mo had me hooked again!!
March 7, 2021
Brilliant
As per usual dreda has produced a real page Turner
Love all the characters and the story is excellent as well
As per usual dreda has produced a real page Turner
Love all the characters and the story is excellent as well
March 22, 2021
Excellent
Love all the characters in this book a great follow up to dirty tricks I can not wait for the next instalment couldn't read this quick enough
Love all the characters in this book a great follow up to dirty tricks I can not wait for the next instalment couldn't read this quick enough
May 5, 2021
Well written story that's leaves you intrigued for the next instalment
May 14, 2021
Interesting
I have to be honest that my overall view was one of disappointment with this book, my first via this Author. Lacked real suspense.
I have to be honest that my overall view was one of disappointment with this book, my first via this Author. Lacked real suspense.
May 20, 2021
A FANTASTIC READ
A FANTASTIC read really enjoyed this book from start to finish ! Had you sat on the edge of your seat a gripping story!
A FANTASTIC read really enjoyed this book from start to finish ! Had you sat on the edge of your seat a gripping story!
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June 1, 2021I haven’t them yet waiting to get them from my library
June 28, 2021
Fast moving crime
Well written, lots of little colourful descriptions: just a tad too much East End cockney slang. Plenty of violent action!
Well written, lots of little colourful descriptions: just a tad too much East End cockney slang. Plenty of violent action!
August 4, 2021
I enjoyed this book but not as good as the first. I will still read further books though. A bit slowed paced at times but good strong characters. Big Mo is great!
September 2, 2021
Another great book in the series. Fantastic plot. Totally gripping.
September 15, 2021
Amazing
Can’t get enough of BIG MO … she’s a legend in her own right love love love her ……………………………………………..Highly recommend
Can’t get enough of BIG MO … she’s a legend in her own right love love love her ……………………………………………..Highly recommend
August 2, 2022
loved it
Oh the suspense of not knowing what happened to Robbie I am hoping the tell all is in book 3
Oh the suspense of not knowing what happened to Robbie I am hoping the tell all is in book 3
January 4, 2025
Great read
Really good story. Can't wait to read the next book. Fantastic author. Love be these good is underworld stories. Worth a read
Really good story. Can't wait to read the next book. Fantastic author. Love be these good is underworld stories. Worth a read
February 24, 2025
WOW
Another great book looking forward to reading next book in series Such good writing by Dreda Say Mitchell. TOP CLASS ++++++
Another great book looking forward to reading next book in series Such good writing by Dreda Say Mitchell. TOP CLASS ++++++
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