This is the first I've read in the DI Fawley series and I think that was a slight disadvantage as the police characters are already quite clearly defined and of course I've not been able to follow that development, but that is my fault rather than the author's. I quite quickly got to know the various leading characters and I think that my enjoyment of number 5 in the series might cause me to go to the earlier books in the series.

It's an intriguing concept, the sexual assault, and it does make the reader examine his/her own prejudices in this area; extremely well handled and I felt unsure as to the truth of the matter which I suppose is the basic issue - he said v. she said when there is limited forensic evidence.

My only complaint is that the podcast features and the "paper" extracts do not translate well onto a Kindle and I found that rather frustrating, but it did not spoil my enjoyment of the read.

My thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC.

Another great book from Cara Hunter, I love her detectives and thought this was a good conclusion to the earlier subplots involving Adam and Alex. Can't wait for the next one!

I absolutely adored this book! The Whole Truth is the 5th instalment of the DI Adam Fawley series, but this novel is my introduction to Hunter's novels. There is a summary of the key members of his team at the beginning of the book, making it easy to transition to the world of DI Adam Fawley for those who are unfamiliar with the characters.

The Whole Truth begins with an accusation of sexual assault at Oxford University, but the dynamic between the alleged victim and perpetrator is somewhat unexpected. Professor Marina Fisher is an eminent, popular scholar, but word soon spreads around Oxford that she has been accused of sexually assaulting a male student, Caleb Morgan. Running alongside this shocking accusation is a murder case that becomes increasingly controversial as the investigation progresses and results in both DI Adam Fawley and his heavily pregnant wife, Alex, discovering that tragic past events may mean that they have a more personal connection to the case than either of them were aware of...

The author uses various media platforms and diary entries throughout the novel interspersed with prose, making the novel feel current and fresh. Various sexual crimes are detailed in the novel, but Hunter's expertly crafted writing always ensures that the tone never feels gratuitous or intrusive, but still incredibly tense and somewhat menacing. The big reveal at the end was

I was enchanted by this robust, fast-paced thriller, and I look forward to reading the previous DI Adam Fawley novels as soon as I can! If you are a fan of crime thrillers and mysteries, I highly recommend this page-turner.

Thanks to Netgalley and Penguin UK for providing me with a copy to review.

Finally something good to come out of the year 2020! I’m so grateful to have been lucky enough to read a copy of the whole truth. For fans of the DI Fawley series- this did not disappoint. It was so full of suspense, I couldn’t put it down as I just needed to know what the outcome of the story was! I really hope there will be more to come from the DI Fawley series, I just need to know what happens to some of the other characters! A great read, so much suspense and a plot that keeps you guessing until the very end.

Crime, unrequited love, suspense, murder, betrayal and jealousy what more could you want in a book. The characters are robust and the plot intriguing I  loved the way my suspicion of the identity of the killer is totally wrong and we don't find out until the last minute absolutely brilliant a must read.

Thank you to Netgalley and Penguin for the advanced read.    I have read all the D I Fawley books and thought this was the best.    I like the introduction to the characters at the beginning and the short chapters.   Couldn’t put it down and a brilliant ending.  Would thoroughly recommend.    Looking forward to the tv series.

4 Stars from me

Much like in all Cara Hunter books, this one has a couple of very interesting premises and the desire to uncover the truth keeps the pages turning.

I enjoyed the flip to the sexual assault, it makes for interesting reading hearing it from 'the other side' as it were.

I don't want to give any spoilers so am a bit limited with what I can say, however, I really like the DI Adam Fawley character and I like all of the 'Inside Justice' style threads that are ongoing.

All very cleverly pulled together.

Another great story from Cara Hunter. 

Loved it. Kept me engaged throughout.

Thanks for the opportunity to review

What a way to kick start my festive break than with an advanced copy of Cara Hunters latest installment in the DI Adam Fawley series, The Whole Truth.
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I love this series, and settling down to read this felt like being reunited with old friends.  Fawley is about to become a Father again, but the past is more haunting than ever as it finally catches up with him.
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This book has 2 storylines running through it, the historical case of Gavin Parrie (the man charged with being the Roadside Rapist, and the man Fawley and his wife secured the conviction of) and a new he said/she said sexual assault case.
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Fawley and his team are up against it more than ever, and the stakes couldnt be higher.  
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I loved this book! At around 75% of the way through I began to steel myself for a cliffhanger ending as I thought there would be no way the storyline could come to a satisfactory ending but I was wrong! This book had me hooked from the start and I took my kindle everywhere with me the last 2 days just so I could read this book.
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The Whole Truth is due for publication on 25th Feb 2021. 

Thank you to Cara Hunter, Penguin and NetGalley for an advanced copy of this in exchange for an honest review.

Woohoo!  What a rollercoaster of a ride that was.  I absolutely loved this follow on from book 4 All The Rage. 

At the beginning of the story there is a little summary of who is who of the key workers of the team.   I found this to be very helpful in jolting my memory ready for the story. 

Fast paced short chapters, which include text messages, emails, podcasts, articles in newspapers and social media posts all make for a brilliant story.  I loved being back with the characters from the previous book and all the twists and turns which had me gasping out loud at some points all just made me turn the pages quicker and quicker. 

Now I need to sit patiently and wait for the next book.  I for one can’t wait! 

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.

Another great book in the series featuring DI Fawley. There is a handy guide to characters at the beginning to give everyone a basic introduction for newer readers to the series. As with the previous titles, the book would work well as a standalone for readers that have not read the previous titles. 

There are two main plots running through the book. One is the current investigation and one involving the release of a prisoner from the past who Fawley had helped to convict. The investigation is well choreographed and there is plenty going on in the private lives of all the investigative team to round out the characters. 

Fawley ends up getting sidelined from the main investigation which makes a nice change as we get to see more of the other team members solving clues. 

An enjoyable read and I can't wait for the next one.

Wow, what a book! An engaging writing style with short snappy scenes that keep the pages turning. This is book 5 in a series. I haven’t read earlier books in the series and this did not impact my enjoyment in any way. A clever tale with a great twist. Excellent. 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC of this novel.

In Cara Hunter’s The Whole Truth we’re back with DI Adam Fawley and the familiar characters of Gis, Quinn, Ev and Somer to name just a few of who work as part of Thames Valley CID. First we learn of the disturbing news  that Gavin Parrie aka the roadside rapist, found guilty of the rape and attempted rape of seven women in the Oxford area back in 1998 has been released from Wandsworth prison. That Adam Fawley was the man responsible for his conviction means he could be a potential target for revenge so he’d better watch his back! Coupled with this is the report from Edith Launceleve college of an alleged sexual assault that will test the team’s investigative skills to the max. Finally to complicate matters further a body of a missing woman is discovered on railway tracks which may well be connected to past events. The Whole Truth is a complex and compelling storyline fraught with difficulties from the outset guaranteed to hold your attention from the first to the last page.

In a plot line that is concerned with sexual predators both male and female, the spotlight is placed firmly on the past as well as the present. With three strands to this storyline, the author spoils her readers with much to contemplate and endless theories to sift through, presenting evidence that makes it impossible to guess who is guilty and who is innocent. The underlying persistent nagging fear that the recently released roadside rapist may be out for revenge runs seamlessly alongside the current investigation into the alleged sexual assault at Edith Launceleve college casting doubt upon all concerned. In a classic scenario of he said/she said there is a veritable treasure trove of secrets and lies the team have to rummage through, with the truth remaining elusive and as slippery as a fish to catch hold of. The complexities of such a case are dealt with compassionately but who will you believe? Totally unexpectedly the author throws a massive curveball into the proceedings complicating these investigations even further but heightening the tension and the addictive factor! Her use of text messages, voicemails and newspaper articles and interviews further adds to the belief these cases could be genuine rather than the work of a very creative mind. However it’s the inclusion of the podcast The Whole Truth investigating the Gavin Parrie roadside rapist case and a possible miscarriage of justice that is the icing on the cake. As you read these episodes you can clearly hear the voice of the podcaster, every word pitch perfect, the tone spot on. Cara Hunter has nailed this format to the extent I wanted to log on to Spotify and download this series! Personally I love this approach to crime writing, incorporating these modern day styles of communication only serves to enhance the narrative. Plus  if the plot line isn’t exciting enough, you have little snippets of intimate personal details of Fawley and his team to feast upon, interwoven throughout which again adds to the feeling these are real people with real lives and not simply fictional police personnel. These glimpses of personal lives together with a degree of office politics that sees certain individuals jostling for prime position within the team lends a depth to each character that makes this series so readable. It is easy to imagine these characters being  brought to life on the big screen rather than simply on these pages.

This latest DI Fawley investigation is yet another example of crime writing at its best, bound to delight Cara Hunter fans and no doubt attract a few more. Cleverly and tightly constructed, there’s never any chance for eye rolling or disbelief in this plot line! You know you’re in safe hands with this author with a series that is second to none. Be warned though; you’ll have to forget everything else on your to do list because the minute you open the book you will not be able to tear yourself away. I just had to finish it in one sitting, each component equally compelling. I cannot wait for the next case!! My thanks as always to the publisher and Netgalley for giving me the opportunity to read.

I was looking forward to this novel by Cara Hunter following an earlier audible book by Cara Hunter. The layout of this book was not for me and interrupted my enjoyment and, for me, did not flow and keep me interested.  

I  read the book and submit my honest review.   Fans of Cara Hunter will enjoy this novel but it was not for me.

I have given a 3-star review.


I WANT TO THANK NETGALLEY FOR THE OPPORTUNITY OF READING AN ADVANCED COPY OF THIS BOOK

I don't like jumping into a series midway through and didn't realise this was book five when I started it  however was extremely grateful for the list of characters and short "bios".  This is a great idea which should be done more often.

Unfortunately, the book didnt gel with me.  It started off really well but I found the podcasts/news articles/postcard/emails etc broke up the flow of the book too much (having to enlarge to see some of them) and it got way too twisty for my liking.  I was constantly having to look back to see who a "supporting character" was when they were mentioned. 

Other than Fawley and Quinn all the other officers tended to be much of a muchness to me. 

I have a couple of  "loose ends" - although these may be an ongoing plot from previous books in the series.

Is there a reason for King's dislike for Fawley?
Who was the leak to the press?

By all means not a bad book, just didn't click for me.

Thanks to Penguin General UK who provided the advanced copy of this book in exchange for a fair and unbiased review.

Di Fawley book 5. I love this series and the latest one does not disappoint! This follows Cara Hunter’s style of narrative mixed with police interviews, media, podcasts, emails and more and I love this format. There are two plots running through this book - a sexual abuse case and a murder. There’s great character development of some of the team members too. I’m even more excited to see this series on screen now 🥳 Cara Hunter smashes police procedurals  and it’s definitely worth reading this series in order as you’ll want to read them all (although there is an excellent  summary of the team at the beginning)! Thank you to Cara, penguin and netgalley for the advance copy

This was the first book of the DI Fawley book series that I’ve read and I really enjoyed it! I read most of it in one sitting. I loved how social media was linked into it which made it relevant to the times! A brilliant read

The Whole Truth is the fifth book in the series featuring DI Adam Fawley. One thing is for sure: the series isn’t getting stale in the slightest. Cara Hunter, once again, sets up an excellent, twisty mystery that will keep readers on the edge of their seats trying to guess whodunnit. When an Oxford student accuses one of the university’s professors of sexual assault, it feels like we’ve been here before. Only the case isn’t as familiar as one would think, it involves the shining female star of the department as the predator and a six foot male rugby player as the victim. What is the whole truth? Fawley better get to it because there is also someone watching who wants to cause trouble. If you haven’t yet started this series, do so now. It doesn’t feel necessary to start from book one, but that would enhance the series with the additional character development. Highly recommended if you’re looking for a good mystery series to check out.

I have enjoyed previous books by Cara Hunter, but this one didn't quite do it for me. 
Firstly I really don't like the use of social media, tweets etc in books. Ebooks especially I find it makes it very disjointed and confusing.
Some parts I didn't find particularly plausible, but maybe those more familiar with English police procedure would know how things can escalate like it did for Adam. 
The book is very obviously left open for another book in the series and I will be reading it.

Thank you to NetGalley and the Publisher for my ARC in return for an honest review.

I think this is the fifth book concerning DI Adam Fawley but I was so engrossed in it that I breezed through it in one sitting. The writing is so well done, so clever and readable, but with humour and wit throughout. An Oxford student has accused an academic leader of sexual assault – but while the crime isn’t new, the circumstances feel different. For one, the victim is a he and the supposed predator is a she – but can Adam and his team figure out the truth? In tandem, there’s someone watching on who is only too happy to cause mischief and mayhem for all officers, and especially Adam. The author gives great background detail for readers at the beginning of the book and while I hadn’t known all the back story to the characters, I didn’t feel that my enjoyment was any less. I really liked the writing style and plot, so perfectly paced.