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Whatever It Takes

DCI Tom Douglas, Book 12

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Whatever It Takes

By: Rachel Abbott
Narrated by: Lisa Coleman
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He lived by the rules – until the only rule that mattered was survival.

Recovering from a gunshot wound that nearly cost him his life, Tom Douglas isn’t focused on himself – his concern is for his brother Jack, who seems to have vanished without a trace. Jack’s past is as dangerous as it is complicated. Years ago, he faked his own death to escape an organised crime group, and ever since, he’s been living in the shadows, always one step ahead of those who want to hunt him down.

Now, Tom’s worst fears are coming true. Has Jack’s past finally caught up with him? If so, what has become of his family? Tom has to find them, but the answers he seeks are hidden in a brutal underworld - one more dangerous than anything Tom has faced before.

As he delves into Jack’s secretive life, Tom is forced to confront ruthless enemies, putting his own life on the line. With time running out, he must decide how far he’s willing to go and how much he’s prepared to sacrifice, knowing it will mean crossing a line he swore he never would.

©2025 Rachel Abbott (P)2025 Audible Ltd.
Crime Thrillers Domestic Thrillers Psychological Thriller & Suspense

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best series

Always excited for this series my most favourite DCI Tom Douglas and it was great

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Mission Impossible meets Miss Marple.

I've thoroughly enjoyed the adventures of DCI Tom Douglas and his team until this book. The storyline is similar to previous books within the series (child kidnapping), but with a Mafia, Mission Impossible twist.
Tom chases through Venice with his not-so-in-hiding brother Jack, as they endeavour to save Jack's daughter, who an evil witch has kidnapped, while Tom's team tries to find his wife and family, who have gone missing.

It's a race against time, with Tom breaking far too many laws for such a high ranking policeman.

A book that makes you stretch your imagination a little too far.

Lisa Coleman's narration is fabulous, which probably saves the whole show!

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Absolutely brilliant

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I was so excited when I heard that there would be a new Tom Douglas book and it did not disappoint. Great to have the characters back. Really enjoyed this book.

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Yet another child hostage plot

That it was so repetitive within itself and so similar to every one of her earlier books. Can she even write a book without a plot line that hangs tenuously on the plot strategy of 'children held hostage'? Okay, okay, this time there was an adult as well, but please. Please. No more.
This was the very very last time I'll be tricked into believing that leopards can change their spots. Very disappointing.👎 👎 👎

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