- Format: Kindle (Amazon)
- File Size: 124 KB
- Print Length: 63 pages
- Simultaneous Device Usage: Unlimited
- Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
- Language: English
- ASIN: B0078BFIOC
- Source: I bought it
"In my experience, those who beg for mercy seldom deserve it. But it's not my place to judge. That's up to a court martial or civilian jury," Sgt Major Crane says to Billy.
But how do other people react when someone begs for mercy? No Mercy is a short story leading Crane through several twists and turns, until he uncovers the truth.
There are four mystery stories in this collection, all with a twist in the tail. This new edition has been updated to include excerpts from the Sgt Major Crane novels....
My Take
Short stories are a lovely way to get a taste of the novelist's art. There are 4 skilfully crafted stories in this small volume.
I've previously reviewed Wendy Cartmell's first novel STEPS TO HEAVEN and throughly enjoyed it as I did these short stories. What else can I say? Look for this short very inexpensive volume.
My rating: 4.4
About the author
Wendy Cartmell is a former teacher, PR Manager and Editor of a large corporate Newspaper, who has always written either for her work or stories for her children. She turned her hand to crime writing in 2010 resulting in a new crime series featuring Sgt Major Crane of the Special Investigations Branch, drawing on her husband's 22 years service in the British Army.
Kerrie - Thanks for this review. I like short stories quite a lot and I sometimes don't think they get enough 'press' among the novels out there. Thanks for highlighting this collection.
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