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The Chemist

By: A. A. Dhand
Narrated by: Adonis Siddique
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Don’t miss this incredible adrenaline-filled thriller from the author of the DI Harry Virdee novels, now a major BBC TV drama.

‘Dark, daring and utterly propulsive … blurs the lines between hero and villain’ Kia Abdullah, author of Those People Next Door

‘Terrific … dispensing thrills and tension from start to finish’ Trevor Wood, author of The Man on the Street

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Local pharmacist and pillar of the community, Idris Khan, spends his days doling out methadone to the hundreds of addicts in his care. They trust Idris with their secrets, and so he knows more than his mild manner suggests. So when his childhood sweetheart, Rebecca, doesn't turn up for her daily methadone dose, Idris is worried. Worried enough to go looking for her in the most deprived area of Leeds, alone.

The mess Idris finds catapults him into the middle of a turf war between the two most powerful drug cartels in Yorkshire. Now, he must use every bit of intelligence and cunning he has to keep those he loves safe.

Because a war is on the way. And when Idris goes after his enemies, they won't see him coming.

©2025 A. A. Dhand (P)2025 HarperCollins Publishers Action & Adventure Crime Thrillers Genre Fiction Medical Mystery, Thriller & Suspense Romantic Suspense Thriller & Suspense Exciting War

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A real insight of living in areas of poverty with the underlying drug fuelled mafia exist , Great story . Intriguing , real life with many twists and turns keeping you interested all the way. The characters so real . The narration was bang on. A brilliant combination. Have just downloaded another book by this author.

brilliant. A must listen.

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Waited for this for a long time, it definitely didn’t disappoint. I really enjoyed it!

Excellent story line, characters and great narration.

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I absolutely loved this book — one of the best I’ve read in a long time. The Chemist is a razor-sharp, fast-paced thriller that grabs you from the very first page and doesn’t let go.

A.A. Dhand masterfully blends high-stakes action with emotional depth, introducing us to Idris Khan, a Leeds-based pharmacist whose past won’t stay buried. What makes this novel stand out is how real and grounded everything feels — from the gritty, atmospheric setting to the moral complexity of the characters. Idris is flawed, fascinating, and completely human, which makes following his journey all the more compelling.

This is more than just a crime novel — it’s about identity, community, and the choices that define us. And yet, it’s still a total page-turner. I flew through it in a couple of days, constantly telling myself “just one more chapter.”

If you enjoy thrillers with depth and authenticity, The Chemist is a must-read. I genuinely can’t wait for the sequel.

Fantastic book

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Set In Leeds, Idris Khan runs a pharmacy in Headingley and is known as The Chemist. Much of his work involves dispensing Methadone for the inhabitants of the notorious Mews estate.

This is one hell of a powerful story as Idris is caught in the middle of a war between two drug gangs. It is cleverly constructed and paced just right. I know very little about the world of drugs but feel like I know an awful lot more after reading this book. I also enjoyed learning about the behind the scenes workings of a pharmacy. The book was difficult to listen to in parts and not for the faint hearted. I loved Idris, despite his flaws. He is a clever man and needs to use every ounce of his intelligence in a deadly game of cat and mouse. I feel like the ending made a sequel possible?

The narrator, Adonis Siddique, did a fantastic job.

Brilliant

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I was worried I would not enjoy it as much as Virdee but it was better

stunning

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