WoW......The Trade by Karen Woods was a gripping thriller which is set in the dark side of Manchester and if you love gangland crime books this is an author for you. I just love the way Karen writes all her books. The Trade was a fast-paced, which was filled with unexpected twists and turns throughout. Especially as it draws you in from the very beginning to the last page. I loved the characters! It’s another fantastic gangland crime thriller from Karen, and I highly recommend this latest book. Superb read,

I have read many of Karen Woods's books, and each one is thrilling. This particular book is incredibly exciting! If you're a fan of gangland crime, you won't want to miss it; it is packed with action that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

The story is fast-paced, filled with unexpected twists and turns, and it draws you in from the very beginning to the last page. It’s a fantastic gangland crime thriller, and I loved the characters!I have read many of Karen Woods's books, and each one is thrilling. This particular book is incredibly exciting! If you're a fan of gangland crime, you won't want to miss it; it is packed with action that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

The story is fast-paced, filled with unexpected twists and turns, drawing you in from the very beginning to the last page. It’s a fantastic gangland crime thriller, and I loved the characters!

Another brilliant book by Karen Woods. If you like fast paced gangland thrillers then this is for you. Great characters and the story flows easily. Highly recommended.

Thank you #netgalley for this arc throughly enjoy you gotta love a gangland crime n the bad boys I read this in two sittings just couldn’t put it down

Life is tough. Women are tougher.

When Gina Turner’s husband, Scott, is sent down for a ten-year stretch, her world falls apart. It’s not just that she misses her husband, but the fact that the Proceeds of Crime team are gunning for all the couple had: her home, her lifestyle, her safety could all be snatched from under her.

But she’s not alone. Her friends Lola and Jess have seen their partners get slammed in jail too. Gina has an idea that could save all of them, but it means no more turning a blind eye – instead it’s an eye for an eye…

While the women find out if they’ve got what it takes to navigate the Manchester underworld, Scott Turner must face up to the fact his biggest rival has landed in the same jail as him and to survive, both men may need to make a pact.

For husband and wife, on the inside and out, it���s time to work out who they can trust – enemies, lovers, friends…or no-one?

A great gangland read. This is a fast paced story with lots of twists and turns along the way. There was happy and sad moments in it but I throughly enjoyed the read.

After Scott Gilbert’s criminal firm are arrested and successfully prosecuted receiving lengthy prison sentences, the wives and girlfriends are left in the lurch both financially and emotionally. Penniless the women decide to try their hand at the underworld dealings.

The storyline is good and there are many twists in the tale. An enjoyable read.

Really enjoyed this book. This is the first book I have read by this author but I will be looking out for the next one and hopefully read the back catalogue as well. A very well written book with authentic characters. Great pace kept the story engaging.

When Gina Turner has her husband sent down for ten years she had to believe it
Gina has an idea that will save them all
I loved this book
I had an ARC

I think I have found my new favourite gangland crime author, in Karen Woods. This was the best I have read, so far, and I’ve read a lot.

Gina Gilbert’s gangster husband, Scott, has just been put away for a 10 stretch for conspiracy to supply class A drugs, firearms, and threats to life, amongst other things, which is all in a days work for the man who runs Manchester.

With no money, and the threat of having her beautiful home taken away, Gina and her friends, Jess and Lola, who’s men, Tommy and Mike have also been banged up, decide that they’ve been ‘kept’ women for years, and if they want to survive, then they must start earning some money…fast!!
With the help of Gina’s daughter, Bethany, they do what their men did, and get into ‘the life’.

I was hooked from the very beginning, and couldn’t put it down, it’s so darn good. If you’re into gangland crime fiction, then this is definitely for you. I guarantee that you won’t be disappointed.

Thanks to Karen Woods, HarperCollins, and NetGalley, for providing me with this free ARC, with which I leave a voluntary review.

5 ⭐️

Release Date: 2nd January 2025

Another great read by this author. The books she writes are amazing. I love the genre. The gritty writing and the twists in the story

This is my first read by this author and I'll definitely be looking at her other books. I really enjoyed The Trade, it is well written and flows easily. I like the main character Gina and this is a great gangland book showing what three women are prepared to do to survive after their partners are convicted for their crimes. The plot is good and realistic and went off in ways I didn't expect. I liked that the story was told through mainly Gina and Scott's perspectives and this changed flawlessly when I was reading. The ending is good and there is more to Gina than what I initially thought. All in all a very good read and I'd recommend this if you like gangland crime books.

4 stars

I have been reading this authors work over a number of years. I have also been and watched the plays she created based on her earlier books. I have to say it was a superb experience.
I enjoy getting stuck in one of Karen Woods books as I enjoy the familiarity with the locations used. I always enjoy a book a little more when I actually know the places where the stories are based.
As always Karen Woods delivers her readers just what they want from this genre. although very enjoyable and a good twist in the story I found this a little less gritty than some of her previous books.
Overall a good read and I would recommend for any fans of this genre.

Really enjoyed this book . It is well worth a read you finish reading it with a smile on your face for Gina . Hope there is a follow up book to this it was really good .

This is a good gangland thriller, filled with action and a few twists along the way. It is set in Manchester and has a host of strong female characters, especially Gina. I liked the plotting, although it was slightly unbelievable at times, but the writing is good and everything was wrapped up neatly at the end. I would like to read more of Gina and see what the future holds for her. If you like gangland thrillers, this is one for you. Thanks to Net Galley for my ARC.

this book was an addictive read but all these authors books are. Gina gilbert has got the biggest fight on her hands her husband gets ten years in prison with his other two friend get the same. so Gina comes up with a plan to make money with her daughter Bethaney's help and the two partners of her husband's men who are in prison with him. Lola and jess help her. what the men don't realize how ruthless their women are. there is a few shocks and tears along the way an amazing read .

Firstly thank you Netgalley for this Arc

What a brilliant page turner and such an unexpected ending

Another brilliant book by this author

Great book Karen Woods never fails to delight with every book.
The depth of characters and can feel passion behind each that just can't stop reading
Loved every moment

Another great book by one of my favourite authors, fantastic storyline and I didn’t expect the outcome in the end though, AAA