• Axe to Grind

  • A British Crime Thriller (DCI Pilgrim Crime Thriller, Book 1)
  • By: A L Fraine
  • Narrated by: Duncan Galloway
  • Length: 4 hrs and 54 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (13 ratings)

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Axe to Grind

By: A L Fraine
Narrated by: Duncan Galloway
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A murdered woman, a haunted detective, and a killer with an axe to grind.

A woman is slaughtered in vicious attack, and left in an abandoned building, handcuffed to a chair.

Invited by a former colleague to join a new team in the South of England, DCI Jon Pilgrim takes on the case of the murdered young woman. Partnered with the captivating DS Kate O’Connell, they hunt for the killer.

The victims links to the local gangs seems to lead to an open and shut case, but Jon isn’t convinced. The killer seems to be sending a message. But what is it?

Just as things seem to be making sense, another body is found in a similar state.

This victim seems unrelated to the first, but it’s clearly the same killer.

Jon must deal with gang bosses, jealous partners, and come to terms with his own tragic past to find the killer before the death toll rises.
But as things escalate, Jon fears the past is about to repeat itself, and tear him apart.

Axe to Grind is a pulse-pounding new thriller from author A L Fraine. Perfect for fans of LJ Ross, JD Kirk, JM Dalgliesh, and Ian Rankin.

©2019, 2020, 2021 Andrew Dobell (P)2022 Andrew Dobell

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Fast paced.

Love this short series. Serial Killers, revenge and a touch of romance. What's not to love?

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Great thriller

Great thriller with well developed characters and storyline. Definitely can’t wait to see what happens next with this crew!
I received a free copy and left my honest review

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Wonderful

Great book
I absolutely enjoyed it. The narrator was amazing.
I definitely recommend you give it a go

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Not A Deep Read

If you are looking for a simple, relaxing easy read, then this is right for you. It was too trite and juvenile for my taste. It wraps up neatly in a bow at the end. Nothing to chew on when you finish with the book.

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Good first book to a series

Sets the scene of relationships past/present and world building. Personalities of the main characters are interesting enough to want to continue the series to find out more about their lives.

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