“an edge of your seat, chills all over your body, peeking through your fingers type of book.” Audrey GibsonAn unmissable new serial killer thriller from the author of The Mechanic Trilogy. After surviving a vicious knife attack, which left her husband dead, DI Rosalind Kray returns to work and is handed a serial killer investigation.This killer is different, he doesn’t just want to take the lives … different, he doesn’t just want to take the lives of his victims, he wants to obliterate their very existence. The murders appear random but the killer selects his quarry with meticulous care.
While fighting her superiors Kray must conquer her own demons, which are tearing her apart.
Kray has the ability to think like a killer and her skills lead to a series of horrifying revelations that turn the case on its head. She believes she is getting close, then her world comes crashing down with devastating consequences.
Will Kray find the murderer and escape with her own life intact?
The truth is closer than she could have ever imagined…
What Everyone is saying about Faceless:
“Five stars from me, would have been six if Amazon and Goodreads went up that high!!” Donna Maguire – Donnas Book Blog
“Faceless is fast paced, it’s twisted and it packs one hell of a punch into every page!” Sharon Bairden – Chapter In My Life
“The story is very fast paced with lots happening and lots of twists and turns that kept me on the edge of my seat, sometimes quite literally!” Joanna Park – Over The Rainbow Book Blog
“Faceless is a fantastic, jaw-dropping journey as I was introduced to DI Roz Kray.” Yvonne Bastian – Me And My Books
“It is jam-packed with tension and OMG moments, in fact, there is nothing not to like and is the best book I have read this year so far….” Shell Baker – Chelle’s Book Reviews
“This is a seriously addictive read. There were so many shocking twists and revelations…” Lorna Cassidy – On The Shelf Reviews
“Dark, nauseating, intense, destructive, yet incredibly written…” Kaisha Holloway – The Writing Garnet
“If you want a seriously twisted and deranged serial killer thriller, then look no further!” Jessica Robins – Jessicamap Reviews
“His writing is so slick that you cannot help but be drawn into this fascinating novel.” Kate Eveleigh – Portable Magic
“A brilliant start to a brand new upcoming series that is bound to blow us all away!” Gemma Myers – Between The Pages Book Club
“My jaw is on the floor, but I loved every single second of this fabulously sadistic read.” Katie Jones – Katie’s Book Cave
“a gritty, compelling and thrilling serial killer thriller that kept me utterly engrossed…” Eva Merckx – Novel Deelights
“The story itself is exciting and addictive in the way a good thriller should be.” Susan Corcoran – Booksaremycwtches
“A super unique and thrilling storyline that had me feel uncomfortable even in a room full of people.” Susan Hampson – Books From Dusk Till Dawn
“Faceless is a rollercoaster of a ride with twists and turns at every corner.” Caroline Vincent – Bits About Books
“I love Ashman’s books and recommend anyone that loves a good, bloody, and gory thriller to check them out.” Jessica Bronder – JBronder Book Reviews
Rob Ashman is the best-selling and critically acclaimed author of The Mechanic Trilogy of books. His fast-paced crime thrillers will appeal to fans of authors like Charlie Gallgher, Mark Edwards and Angela Marsons.
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Immediately grabs you and pulls you in right from the very start. Very interesting storyline and can’t wait to read the next in the series.
This is the first book by Rob Ashman I’ve read. I found it easy to read and follow, with a good pace, interesting characters and an original plot that tied up all the loose ends. Once things became personal between detective and killer, the tension and anticipation moved up a notch.
DI Roz Kray is a gutsy no-nonsense character, who doesn’t suffer fools and stops at nothing to get the job done. Like most fictional cops these days, she starts the book following several traumas, though I have to say these do play a part in solving the murders and identifying the killer. She also seems to be in a constant battle with her superiors, whom she has no respect for, referring to them in quite derogatory language at times.
The killer is a twisted individual with a unique style and method. His past, particularly his childhood, was sympathetically portrayed to reveal how he became the killer he is. And like many fictional serial killers today, he seems to have plenty of time and money to meticulously plan and execute the murders, while holding down the day job.
The story alternated between these two characters, with the killer taunting the police, leaving them several paces behind until Roz Kray joins the dots and homes in on the truth. This approach helped to maintain the suspense and keep me reading.
Events in the climax went a step too far for me. This took the edge off my overall enjoyment of the story and reminded me of other areas of the book where I think a little restraint would have produced a more believable story.
Roz Kray’s constant use of bad language seemed unnecessary. I have no problem with swearing, but characters don’t need to swear all the time to appear tough. The author had already done an excellent job in showing how tough and determined she was. In the end the bad language became distracting. The way the women were murdered also seemed far-fetched and difficult to believe, reducing any impact or shock the author may have wanted.
I think a little restraint would have given me a more believable and enjoyable read.
I found Faceless to be an absolutely gripping crime novel, and the chapters written from the antagonist’s point of view had me glued to the page. As I read, I got so engrossed, I felt as though I was really delving into the workings of an evil mind which is testament to Rob Ashman’s character building.
Protagonist, DI Ros Kray, is kickass and beautifully flawed. You feel her pain and the potency in which it fuels her determination. In my opinion, this led to a compelling read, giving me, the reader, the depth needed to feel a genuine connection.
If you love a good detective thriller with a addictive plot that will certainly give you nightmares, this is the book for you.