Although I normally read the Milton books, I enjoyed listening to this audiobook. It took me a few chapters to get into the narration and the accents - at times I thought the Mexican and Irish ones were a bit interchangeable - but onve the story started to unfold I was hooked. More Milton please!

An all action thriller. John Milton is working in Dublin as a chef where he's caught up in a gangland war. Good characterization with pace that you'll find hard to put down. I would recommend new readers to go to earlier books to get the background. I really liked the narrator his accents were good and you also knew which character was speaking. I received this audiobook from W F Howes LTD and Netgalley for a review.

Jam-packed with all the thrills and bloodspills you expect from a Mark Dawson Milton book, Uppercut makes for an adrenaline filled audiobook listen. #22 in the Milton series, sees Milton flee from the adventures in Russia to Dublin, with group 15 in hot pursuit. With orders to bring him in alive, someone isn't following orders and wants his blood. Milton is working in a Dublin hotel and soon finds himself thrust into the ugliness of the Dublin criminal world when there is a brutal murder and an innocent young woman is caught up in the mayhem. Listen, if you like high-octane cat and mouse crime thrillers where the hero fights tooth and nail to obtain victory leaving a trail of destruction and enemies in his wake. Milton is a fierce and wily opponent underestimated by his opponents to their own detriment. A fast-paced audiobook that is sure to keep you binge listening to the finish. #uppercut #markdawson #Milton #crimethriller #audiobook #questaudiobook #wfhowesltd

This entertaining and worthwhile listen thriller audio book has a number of story lines including gangland warfare, spy trying to prove innocence, police corruption and prize fighting. The action is fast paced, once it gets going. Before starting this audio book I hadn’t listened or read any books in this series. But I was immediately able to follow the story and back story. Thank you to W. F. Howes Ltd and NetGalley for the audio ARC. The views expressed are all mine, freely given.

I’ve only read a couple of books in the series; Uppercut works very well as a standalone title. There’s sufficient backstory detail for the reader to follow Milton’s situation.

The story is set in Dublin, but not the tourist or academic side of the city. This is the real dark underbelly. A cruel and vicious world of gang rivalries and bug money. Mark Dawson’s strength lies in his ability to create a cast of plausible characters and deva nail biting story. Uppercut is no exception and Milton is working under an assumed name as a worker in a hotel kitchen. The plotting is superb as the story builds and there are twists throughout as the pace hits up. Milton is targeted not only by gangsters, but also his own side as there are good reasons for someone to want him permanently silenced. I was gripped from start to finish. Only took me a couple of sittings and this is a fast paced ride illegally with the unexpected. A great escapist thriller. It’s reminded me how good this series is and I’ll be looking out a few earlier titles I’ve missed. .

"Uppercut" by Mark Dawson is a thrilling addition to the John Milton series that kept me on the edge of my seat from start to finish. In this installment, Milton finds himself in Dublin, working in a hotel kitchen, and hot on the trail of the Group Fifteen agent who betrayed him in Russia. However, his plans take an unexpected turn when he becomes involved in a dangerous situation stemming from a deadly shooting that brings an innocent young girl into his life. With the help of a mysterious woman he meets at the hotel, Milton embarks on a high-stakes journey through the treacherous criminal underworld of Dublin.
Dawson's storytelling is nothing short of exceptional, with a gripping narrative that keeps readers engrossed and invested in the characters. The action is relentless, and the stakes continue to rise as Milton races against time to protect the young girl and clear his own name. The world-building is vivid, making Dublin's underbelly come alive, and the story is filled with unexpected twists and turns.
What truly elevates "Uppercut" is the character of John Milton himself, a complex and resourceful protagonist. The depth of his character and his unwavering determination make him an incredibly compelling lead.
This book is a page-turner in every sense, with a plot that is both unpredictable and entertaining. Mark Dawson's skillful storytelling, combined with the excellent narration, makes "Uppercut" a must-read for fans of action-packed thrillers. The John Milton saga continues to deliver, and this installment is a testament to the author's talent in crafting an engaging and immersive story.

Very grateful to the publisher for my ALC through NetGalley, opinions are my own.

It may be the 22nd book of the series, but John Milton has lost none of his addictive charm, and I'm loving reading this next instalment.

It begins initially following on from events in previous books, which forms a complimentary side-line to the main story of the unfortunate situation Milton finds himself unwittingly embroiled in. This secondary tale keeps up the momentum of the longer running themes, so it's great for long time followers of the characters.

Newer readers may benefit from at least reading the first novel or some of the novellas for an understanding of Milton and his background.

So, I didn’t realise that this was a long standing character series. I’m actually glad that I didn’t as I may have allowed that to make me skip this over and that’d have been a mistake, it was excellent. The fact that it was part of a series made no real difference to me, the main character worked well as a standalone. I felt there was enough background info provided that it was easy to follow.

Set in Dublin on the fight scene, story itself was well balanced, exciting, gripping and disturbing. If you love a spy drama this is for you!

Thank you to NetGalley and W F Howes Ltd for the opportunity to listen to this audiobook in return for an honest review.

I am a big fan of this series of books
I felt that this book returns to the early writing style where John Milton sets out on one mission and then another more important mission runs along with the main story
This is an excellent read and definitely one I would recommend reading and rate this book as 5 stars