-AUTHOR OF THE RUTHLESS SERIES-
KAREN CLOW
THE BOOKS
THE RUTHLESS SERIES (1)
They're a hard-hitting gritty description of the murky underworld of present day London. Pulling no punches they delve into the dark violent world of clubs, sex trafficking, drugs and the prostitution culture.
Jimmy's Game
Ruthless Series Book 1
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Maria Davis, a devout Catholic who has been raised in a convent, was devastated and terrified when at fifteen she was sold to the sadistic self appointed crime boss, Nick Orphanides, by the very people she loved and trusted. After living with sexual dominance, torture, deprivation and sadism at his hands for three years; she believes her prayers have finally been answered when Jimmy Dixon wins her in a poker game. Yet despite Jimmy being one of Nick’s crew, it soon becomes apparent that Nick isn’t about to let him keep her and a feud soon develops between the two men. Leaving Maria once again fearing for her life, she knows too much about Nick’s criminal activities outside of London, including his secret links with the Russian mafia. If Nick can’t buy her back he’ll silence her permanently, along with Jimmy and anyone who stands in his way.
Although certain that she’ll be forced to return before anyone is killed, Maria finds herself falling for the charms of sexy bad boy Jimmy. Slowly he brings her into the erotic world of true desire and love making; but it isn’t long before she realises that he too has a darker side. A deep rooted sadistic uncontrollable anger connected to his childhood.
Maria's Journey
Ruthless Series Book 2
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Continuing to chart the turbulent lives of Jimmy, Maria and Mickey, once again it delves into London’s violent, depraved, criminal underworld. Despite the fairytale wedding when she married Jimmy, Maria soon learns that life is not easy being his wife. Having to contend with his terrible bouts of jealousy and violent outbursts, she soon realises that her life is easier when she simply agrees to all his demands. Having experienced his darker side and his dominant sexual aggression, she struggles to maintain her balance in an increasingly violent world.
She has to deal with the heartbreak of a stillbirth, the bloody and bitter rivalry between Jimmy and his nemesis Dave Sheridan. Then, when the unimaginable happens, she has to face her own personal demons as she spirals into the depths of depression. It’s only with the unfailing support of Jimmy’s closest friend Mickey, her faith and her love of life that she manages to battle through.
Mickey's Way
Ruthless Series Book 3
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Mickey has turned his back on the life of crime that he had in London and since moving to Kent and opening a new law practice, he is striving to live a peaceful happy life with his new family. Then the past comes back to haunt him when Maria’s twins are kidnapped by the sadistic, power hungry grandson of Dave Sheridan. With their lives in turmoil, Mickey does the only thing he knows and calls upon his friends in London to help him take down the Sheridan family, once and for all. He loves Jimmy’s children as though they were his own and he gives Maria his oath that he will get them back, or die trying.
Maria soon realises that this terrible nightmare is no one’s fault, but simply another reminder of the life of crime Jimmy led for so long. She knows that to end the feud people are likely to die and she struggles to come to terms with what might happen. Unable to comprehend that it could end with her burying someone she loves. Her mind is in turmoil, but her priority is to protect her children above all else and at any cost.
Billy's Move
Ruthless Series Book 4
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When Billy is asked by Mickey to be a bodyguard for his family after the twins were kidnapped, he readily accepts. Being a Londoner and working the clubs for many years at first he finds life in Kent difficult, he misses the lifestyle he’d had. Then as time passes and to his surprise he finds himself craving the family life that Maria and Mickey had shown him.
When he is no longer needed to protect the twins he is reluctant to return to his old life. So when the opportunity to buy a club in Kent with ex detective, George Davage and Mickey arises, he readily accepts. He likes the idea of being a club boss and he wants to stay in Kent, especially since meeting and falling for Jess, the naive young girl that Maria has taken in with her baby. She’s different to anyone he has met before, a quiet, shy girl, not the type that you would expect to see with someone like Billy. Finally he’s found his soul mate, but despite her obvious love for him, Jess has a terrible secret from her past that keeps her from getting close to any man. Billy is not about to give up on her and with the help of Maria he discovers the truth. It’s only after discussing Jess’s past and the dreadful injustice she’s suffered at the hands of solicitor Neville Howard that he, along with the others decide justice must be done for her.
Tony's Business
Ruthless Series Book 5
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Since Mickey’s retirement from the London crime world, Tony has moved to the top of the food chain. He’s now the boss. It’s not easy staying on top. To do so he has to instill fear in his rivals. In business he’s totally ruthless, taking no prisoners and taking acts of violence in his stride. Then his own demons begin to haunt him and his marriage suffers as a result.
It’s not long before he begins to realise exactly what his own family really think of him. On the verge of losing them along with Belle, the one woman he truly loves, he decides to bring his two eldest sons into the business. For the sake of their mother they agree to take over. But can they run it with the precision of their dad and will they have the stomachs for torture and murder?
THE RUTHLESS SERIES (2) - THE NEXT GENERATION
The London underworld has accelerated as a haven for drugs, sex trafficking and murder since the arrival of ruthless European bosses. They think they can run the city, but they’re in for a shock and a lesson in London brutality.
Carlo's Law
Ruthless Series (2) - The Next Generation Book 1
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Business has gone well for Billy and George and they are now the proud owners of a second club, but it’s not without its problems. Known previously as a club where drugs and dodgy dealers were welcome, Billy and George intend to change that, but it won’t be easy. When Billy’s dog is stolen and he’s tipped off as to why, he asks Reggie and his friends to help him. It’s then he sees firsthand how dangerous the world of dog fighting is.
In London the Ramon family are struggling to come to terms with a secret that Vito has kept hidden. It’s no surprise that Tony sees it differently to the rest of his family and faces it with aggression. Then tragedy strikes, only this time Tony is left a broken man and along with his sons wants revenge on the person he feels is responsible. Knowing his father could cause a war between bosses; Carlo takes up the gauntlet and fights for his family’s honour.
Tony finally realises that Belle and his family don’t see him as the wonderful family man he thinks he’s been and he wants to right that. It’s when he hands the business over completely to his sons he begins to plan his future with Belle. Things are going well until a ruthless European crime boss tries to muscle in on his turf. Tony steps up again to protect his family, he joins forces with a long time friend and fellow boss, but there’s a traitor in the camp which paves the way for betrayal and murder.
George's Ascent
Ruthless Series (2) - The Next Generation Book 2
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Since moving to Kent, George’s life has changed dramatically. Teaming up with Billy has paid dividends; they are now the proud owners of two clubs, both of which are bringing in good money.
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As they expected over time with success comes trouble, but George is no longer the dedicated Detective. Now he’s on the other side of the law, yet despite this he often feels Billy and the others keep him in the dark over certain matters, especially those involving dodgy deals and murder. It’s when the nephew of a local crime boss targets Mickey’s daughter Charlie, during an evening at one of their clubs, George tells them he wants to deal with it. He’s about to let everyone know that he’s one of them and there’s no turning back.
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Vito's War
Ruthless Series (2) - The Next Generation Book 3
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The Ramon brothers have followed in the father, Tony’s, footsteps and stayed at the top of the criminal food chain. Anyone who thought they wouldn't be ruthless enough has been proven wrong. When a group of Albanian’s muscle in on their turf, Carlo declares war, but it’s the people closest to them who prove to be their biggest threat!
When someone they trusted allows jealousy to place Belle’s life in jeopardy, it’s Vito who wants to even the score. Carlo and the crew know he’s a loose cannon, but when he takes revenge everyone learns first hand just how ruthless he’s become. However, none of them foresaw the devastating knock on effect his action would have, one that would see him fighting for his own life.
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Shaun's Call
Ruthless Series (2) - The Next Generation Book 4
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Shaun’s family fear the worse when he is diagnosed with a life threatening illness. Despite having always steered the family away from a life of crime and, against Ann’s wishes, he asks his son Liam to take over for a while. Not only does Liam eagerly accept, but Shaun’s sons Conall and Brendan return from Germany to help. Ann isn’t happy when they join Carlo’s crew. However, she is glad her sons are there after Shaun opens a big can of worms when he humiliates a local boss’s son and trouble follows.
Billy and George unwittingly stumble on a paedophile ring connected to their sons’ boxing club. Reluctant to call in the local police after several high ranking officers are implicated, they take the law into their own hands. Vito is like a walking time bomb after a terrible tragedy strikes the Ramon family.
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Casey's Stand
Ruthless Series (2) - The Next Generation Book 5
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Due to Vito’s constant need for another child, Casey is pregnant again. Although she wants the baby, she is suspicious that Vito is visiting a dominatrix again. Unable to involve anyone else, she plays detective which almost costs her life and her status in the Ramon family.
When Shaun’s murderer is shot dead in cold blood, suspicion instantly falls on the Ramons and the Flanagans. They have to stay one step ahead to avoid a war between crews.
Young Dennis is showing all the attributes of following in Billy’s footsteps. It’s when Dennis confesses to fancying one of Mickey’s twin daughters, Billy and Jess express their concern. She’s only thirteen and they know that despite their rock solid friendship with Maria and Mickey things could turn sour.
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BOOK 1 IN SERIES 3 IS CURRENTLY BEING PENNED...
THE ANGELS ARE DYING
The Angels Are Dying
​When Alex Peterson a thirteen year old boy with terminal cancer wakes from a coma; he tells a story of a wonderful place he was taken to whilst unconscious. Readily, and with total conviction, he talks about the angels he encountered there. Telling his mum, (Megan Peterson) he has been chosen by them to restore faith to the world.
Alex knows he can speak fluently in Hebrew, a language he has never learnt, as well as having the power to heal even the terminally ill.
At first his mum assumed it was all a dream, making her reluctant to talk about, or acknowledge what he said.
Then she meets and falls in love with Vincent, a shy quiet man who teaches religion and ancient languages at London’s university. Vincent’s belief in Alex is steadfast after the boy brought him back from the brink of certain death. With his help, Megan slowly begins to come to terms with just how powerful and dangerous her sons newly acquired gift is.
It’s when Alex cures a top politician of a fatal illness; news of his gift spreads like wildfire and suddenly everyone wants to see him. The knock on effect is overwhelming for all but him.
BRASSICK
Brassick
So, they’re twenty two, attractive, single, working full time as cashiers in a small supermarket. No dependants other than two guinea pigs called (Gloria and Deloris) yet they never seem to have any spare cash to spend on themselves. That’s precisely the status of Cass Collins and her best friend and flat mate, Sue Tillman. No money and little to no romance is all part of their mundane daily routine.
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Cass thought her life couldn’t get any worse regarding men, after she ended a long term affair with Gavin Gerard, a spineless married man seventeen years her senior, who promised her the world then returned to his wife.
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If that wasn’t bad enough, he constantly hounds her after realising he made a big mistake going back.
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To add to Cass’s torment he keeps popping into the store, where he knows she cannot thwart his attentions, simply because any altercation with a customer could cost her job. This is made worse as the staff are under the ever watchful, beady eye of their miserable boss, Mr ‘face that could make an onion cry,’ Wilkinson. Who seems to think he’s running Harrods, instead of a crappy supermarket.
THE DIARY OF ANGEL MOON
The Diary Of Angel Moon
With her husband’s life in mortal danger, Linda knows something in the house wants him. It’s when she finds the diary of a young girl, Angel Moon, in the attic, her fear that something evil is manifesting is confirmed. Linda knows to save him she must find Angel. So begins a terrifying journey that plunges her into the dark world of demonology, sacrificial black magic and a century’s old prophecy which she realises she is a part of. It’s a race against time before the Legions of Satan rise.