banter, gripping, crime-thriller, twisty, twisted, noir, suspense, unputdownable, wry-humor, apparent-suicide, retribution, assassinations, unique, murders, British detectives, London*****

Meeting Detective Superintendent Ray Paterson and Detective Inspector Johnny Clocks has been a unique experience (but I quickly ordered book 1). This would certainly been classified as horror if it weren't for the interactions between these two who appear to be polar opposites.
It begins with the grisly scenes unwillingly watched on screen by several officers of Traffic Managment. The perfectly ordered apparent suicides of apparently innocent civilians. Enter Paterson and Clock with their limited department, and the story is off and running. WHO orchestrated this form of terrorism? WHY did they do it? How was it managed? While clock annoys and agitates almost everyone with his gallows humor and UN-PC groaners, the pair mobilize whoever they have to in order to successfully end this reign of terror. Fantastic!
I requested and reviewed a free temporary uncorrected proof copy from Joffe Books via NetGalley. Thank you!
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I enjoyed reading this and especially liked all the action, drama, humour and banter. Clocks and Patterson are a unique detective duo who do things their way, in an unorthodox fashion. The series has really moved on and is full of surprises. It can be read as a standalone.

The best thriller I have read this year, just wow! Clocks and Paterson book 10 started and finished with a bang, I love this duo of maverick detectives based in London, what brilliant characters they are. The book is a buzz from start to finish, with everything you could possibly want in a crime thriller. Hats off to Steve Parker for this read, where will he go next after the incredible ending? Thanks to Net Galley for my ARC.

This is the first of this author's books I have read, and the first in the Paterson and Clocks series. It was a clever crime thriller, with some good twists and turns. It wasn't until about Chapter 12 that the story really hit full throttle and that's when I just needed to carry on reading to find out what was going on! I think the main characters Paterson and Clocks, you either love them or hate them! Personally I found the banter funny to a point, but it could become too much and overshadow the actual storyline and spoil some 'scenes'. However, the banter was cleverly used to portray the characters, their vulnerabilities, views, feelings, etc, as well as modern life, society and culture (including perhaps police culture). To sum up, this was a fun, twisty, page-turner of a crime suspense thriller that left me wondering...what next???

Honest review in return for an ARC
4/5

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press. I started reading this book and it really sucked me in. I can't wait to get back to it but I think before continuing with this one, I am going back to the previous books in the series. If Book 1 starts as action packed and thrilling as this one, I will be racing through the series. I am rating this with 5 stars because it has made me stop and go back to the others. That is how good it has started out. I want the backstory. This is my own opinion.

This was a strong thriller novel and had that experience that I was looking for, it had that overall concept that I wanted and was glad everything flowed well overall. I enjoyed getting to know the characters and how they worked in this story. Steve Parker has a strong writing style and was glad I got to go through the twists of this book.

Round ten and here we go again. I love this series and characters.
Ray Patterson and Johnny Clocks are back with thrown under the bus, a crime thriller that's gripping twisty with lots of added banter and fun from these two at Southwark police station London.
After a terrorist situation at four locations, the traffic team have just watched four people die stepping out into a lorry, car, fire engine and a bus.
This book will send so many mix feelings as you read including a lot of sadness, these guys are chalk and cheese but they care and trust each other and know their job's they would die for each other.
Totally hooked.
Unputdownable.
Deadly twisted.
The most powerful book in the series.
Right through till the end.

Thank you to Netgallery and the publisher for this ARC. The publication date is 26th Nov. This book was a proper page turner and my mind is literally blown!

It was genuinely unputdownable and I can’t remember the last time I said that about a book. I liked the two characters they were a great duo together. I’d highly recommend this book it’s a must read!

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟stars

"Thrown Under the Bus" by Steve Parker is a gripping and fast-paced thriller that explores the murky waters of betrayal, ambition, and the dark side of human nature. The story follows a determined protagonist who finds themselves embroiled in a web of corporate intrigue and personal vendettas. Parker's sharp writing and intricate plotting keep readers on the edge of their seats, as twists and turns abound.

The characters are well-developed, each with their own motivations and flaws, making the tension feel palpable. The book tackles themes of loyalty and the consequences of our choices, prompting readers to reflect on what they would do in similar situations.

Parker’s keen observations and witty dialogue add depth to the narrative, making it not just a thriller, but also a commentary on modern life and ethics. Overall, "Thrown Under the Bus" is an engaging read that will satisfy fans of suspense and leave them eager for more. Highly recommended for those who enjoy a thought-provoking yet entertaining page-turner.