One Eye Open

This is my first book by Paul Finch and what a fabulous read it was a fast paced, well crafted read I thoroughly enjoyed. The character of DS Lynda Hagen was excellent as she was both totally annoying and likeable at the same time which really gave this book an edge. We start with the discovery of a wrecked car with two passengers barely alive found by a dog walker, the occupants have no ID, the car has false number plates and a large amount of cash is also found and this starts a thrill a minute ride with gangsters, connections to the underworld it’s all going on and its a page turner of a read to discover what has happened.
The story is told from two different points of view and timelines and this really adds to the excitement of the story, it’s a well thought out plot that has some good twists, a book that kept me reading as I was keen to know the outcome.
A read I can recommend as I found it different with a very good ending and I shall read more from Paul Finch in the future.
My thanks to NetGalley and Orion Publishing Group for giving me the chance to read the ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

This was my first time reading a book by Paul Finch and I wasn't sure what to expect. It turned out to be a thoroughly enjoyable read, full of fast paced action.

I admit though that for the first half of the book, I wasn't too keen on the heroine in this story, who goes by the name DS Lynda Hagen. Her personality seemed a bit drab to me, but it tells you what I know when, by the end, I'd changed my mind!

I loved the way you heard the story unfold from both the Detective's point of view and from Elliot's perspective too and how the two were bought together at the end!

Thank you to NetGalley, Paul Finch and Orion for the chance to read this book.

This book had me on edge throughout! Paul Finch takes a thriller up to the next level as always. Constantly moving and making you guess, I just couldn't put this one down. You won't be disappointed adding this one to your reading list.

Dare I say this is the first Paul Finch book I have read....yes but it certainly will not be the last and has made me yearn to look into his previous novels.
One Eye Open is a clever mix of gangland crime, mystery and thriller. This book is full of twists making sure you are always left guessing what is coming next. The characters are strong, I really liked DS Lynda Hagan and felt myself torn between loving and hating a lot of the other characters. The fact I felt so strongly about them all shows how well written they are.
Considering I know nothing about cars or F1 I found that extra theme added a really different aspect to the book, I would assume if you are into these things the book will appeal to you on another level too.
A fantastic read which I’m sure will be a huge success.

Was worried as it was a stand-alone & my all time favourite Heck wasn’t in it, I definitely shouldn’t have been. Paul’s writing yet again catapults you straight into the book. My adrenaline was pumping and heart racing at some of the scenes. I couldn’t read it quick enough to find out what was happening. I was lucky enough to get this as a kindle download from Net Galley but I will be buying it when released to give a copy to my Dad. If you like high octane police/crime fiction you will love this.

Paul Finch has done brilliantly with this excellent thriller with great characters,i can highly recommend this book well worth 5*

This was an excellent thriller that literally took my breath away. The characters were realistic and well depicted. Highly recommended!

Finch does it again!
Tightly plotted, well written and pacy as hell
Is this the start of a new series? Hopefully!

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A good read.
A high-speed crash leaves a man and woman clinging to life.
Neither of them carries ID. Their car has fake number plates.
In their luggage: a huge amount of cash.
Who are they? What are they hiding?
And what were they running from?DS Lynda Hagen, once a brilliant detective, gave it all up to raise her family.
But something about this case reignites a spark in her..What begins as an investigation soon becomes an obsession.
And it will lead her to a secret so dangerous that soon there will be nowhere left to hide.
I loved the main character and the antagonist in the story.
Narration of the story is excellent.
Thanks to NetGalley and Orion Publishing Group for giving me an advance copy.

This was a good read. The switches in time frame for each chapter took a little getting used to, and I think that's because it switches characters at the same time, which is just not something I'm used to, but eventually it all comes together and gives you the full picture. I liked Lynda, and could understand her frustrations with her job - but I bet she never thought she'd end up in the situations she finds herself in! The plot and pace is good and it's well written with a fair few twists and a good ending. A solid read.

Thank you to the author, publisher and Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.