Excellent crime thriller that kept me guessing and on the edge till the last page. I enjoyed it and hope to read soon another one in this series
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher for this ARC, all opinions are mine

Having read and enjoyed the first 18books, I was delighted to see another instalment due and especially so to be allowed an ARC of the 19th book in this amazing series

Bill Kitson, has done it again. A fresh idea with gruesome murders, but an entertaining read as his team share banter/insults. Another exciting and tense read which really provokes your imagination

Highly recommend the whole series, can’t wait for book 20.

Thank you NetGalley, the author and the publisher for sharing this book with me!

Here is my review for Network Of Evil by Bill Kitson

This was a deliciously dark, well crafted thought out crime thriller story featuring DI Mike Nash and his team. I was hooked right from the start of the story and I found I couldn’t put the book down as I needed to know what happened next. It was such a gripping story that I couldn’t turn the pages quicker enough. DI Mike Nash has his toughest case yet and for every dead body they find, there are questions to which they can’t find the answers. I thought this book was superbly written with a plot that was intricately thought out to keep the reader on their toes, I certainly was! The characters were brilliantly described and some were very intriguing. They were written with great realism. The story was written very descriptively and everything was described in great detail. While I was reading the story, it felt like I was seeing it unfold as a film in my mind, it was written so vividly. The story had a lot of twists and turns with a terrific twist that I really didn’t see coming. I’m still quite new to this series but I’m so hooked on this series now that I can’t wait for the next DI Mike Nash to come out!

Blurb :

Detective Mike Nash thought that moving back to Yorkshire from London would give him a quieter life. But evil still lurks out on the windswept Yorkshire moors.

A killer calling in their own crime? DI Mike Nash never thought he’d see the day. Until . . . he gets a call that makes his blood run cold.

If you go to the woods on Stark Ghyll, you’ll find a man hanging from a tree. He’s dead, and in hell where he belongs.

Nash races to the scene to find the killer’s as good as their word. And they’re not done yet.

A second corpse surfaces at the foot of treacherous Black Fell cliffs.

Elsewhere Sammy Rhodes, a promising teen gymnast, is missing. She never came home from training, and her parents are frantic with worry.

The clock is ticking for Nash to bring her home alive. With no idea who — or what — he’s up against. A ruthless killer who’s waited decades for a taste of sweet revenge.

Only Nash can stop them now. Or die trying . . .

Discover the utterly stunning new thriller in Bill Kitson’s bestselling series, starring grumpy but loveable Detective Mike Nash.

Fans of J.R. Ellis, L.J. Ross, Angela Marsons, J.D. Kirk, Helen H. Durrant, Joy Ellis or Peter Robinson will devour this breathlessly twisty, action-packed thriller.

DI MIKE NASH
A highly talented detective, he was a rising star in the Metropolitan Police. Following a particularly gruesome case involving a sadistic serial killer, Nash turns down the chance of promotion and heads back to his native county of Yorkshire. He hopes that returning to his roots will bring peace of mind. However, although the pace of life seems gentler, the crimes prove no less horrific. His skills are tested to the limit by a series of violent crimes that threaten to ruin his plans for a more relaxed lifestyle. Nor is his secret ambition to settle down made any easier by his one weakness, a seemingly unquenchable thirst for female company. That is, until . . . ?

LOCATION
The books are set in a fictional rural North Yorkshire with a scattering of market towns, many small villages and countryside that changes from high moorland with dramatic crags, mountain tarns and sparse vegetation, to the gentler, lush agricultural land lower down the valley that is bisected by the river Helm. The town of Helmsdale is where Mike Nash and his team are based, in a sub-division of their headquarters in the larger town of Netherdale. Further to the west is Bishopton, also part of the hub our detectives cover.

Network of Evil by Bill Kitson is the 19th book in the excellent DI Mike Nash series and this is the first book I have read within this series - Where have I been? Network of Evil was excellent and I loved the main character DI Mike Nash.
It was a fast-moving crime thriller with lots of twists and turns throughout with a great story behind it. Before I realised I had finished this book,

Detective Mike Nash thought that moving back to Yorkshire from London would give him a much quieter life. But evil is still around him. . . . even in windswept Yorkshire moors and so does vengeance.

The past is catching up with DI Mike Nash, when he never thought he'd ever see the day. . . until he gets the call that will make his blood run cold!!! The Killer is calling in their own crime!

If you go to the woods on Stark Ghyll, you will find a man hanging from a tree. He’s dead, very dead! and in hell this is where he belongs.

DI Mike Nash races to the scene, only to find, that the killer’s as good as their word. And they’re not done yet.

Then, a second corpse surfaces at the foot of treacherous Black Fell cliffs.

A promising teen gymnast, called Sammy Rhodes goes missing. She never came home from training, her parents are frantic with worry.

Now, the clock is ticking for Nash to bring Sammy Rhodes home alive. But, he has no idea who has taken her and why!
Nash does not know what he is up against what, But, a ruthless killer who’s waited decades for a taste of sweet revenge.

Now, Only Nash can stop them now. Or even die trying . . ..

Tick Tock the clock is ticking and time is running out to find Sammy Rhodes.

WoW this book was so good. . . . I had no problems reading it as a standalone.

Good riddance to bad rubbish? It’s always going to be difficult to solve a murder where the victim is also a perpetrator of the worst type of crimes imaginable. Soon DI Mike Nash and his team of DS Clara Mironova, DC Viv Pearce, DC Lisa Andrews (back from maternity leave) and DC Adil Hassan at Helmsdale CID in Yorkshire together with the very reliable desk sergeant Steve Meadows have a whole series of them, and pathologist Mexican Pete is up to his knees in bodies once again. Someone is waging a war of revenge and retribution and unfortunately for the detectives, there could be any number of suspects with an axe to grind. The killer has shown he has a heart and some sense of right and wrong, rescuing a child during the execution of one of his slayings. But where is he getting his information? How is he tracking down these men? If they can answer those questions, then the detectives might stand a chance of stopping the murders and catching a killer.
There’s a clever and chilling plot in this excellent solid yet twisty police procedural with a smashing ending, mixed with plenty of warmth and humour. It features a very likeable team of detectives and officers all bringing their own individual skills to the investigation. I loved the witty repartee between the characters especially that of Nash with both Clara and Mexican Pete. It was both highly enjoyable and gripping from start to the very satisfying ending and I’d recommend the entire series.

Bill Kitson’s Network of Evil is a sharp, fast-moving crime thriller that pulls you into the dark underbelly of organized crime and refuses to let go until the very last page. Part of the DI Mike Nash series, this installment continues to showcase Kitson’s ability to blend authentic police procedure with high-octane storytelling, all while keeping the human element at the forefront.

The story begins with a chilling premise: when men with dangerous pasts begin to turn up dead, Nash is tasked with uncovering not only the killer but also the elusive thread that ties the murders together. At first glance, the victims appear to share little in common beyond their violent histories, yet as Nash digs deeper, a far more sinister network begins to emerge. Kitson masterfully layers the suspense, allowing the mystery to unfold piece by piece, keeping readers guessing as the stakes continue to rise.

What stands out most in this novel is the atmosphere Kitson creates. There’s an undercurrent of creepiness that lingers throughout—never overdone, but always enough to keep readers on edge. Whether it’s the discovery of a crime scene, a sudden twist in the investigation, or the quiet moments of reflection Nash experiences in between, the tension simmers constantly in the background.

The character work is another strength. DI Mike Nash is a detective who feels both competent and relatable—driven by duty but also grounded in humanity. His determination to bring justice is matched by his loyalty to his team, and readers will appreciate the camaraderie, sharp dialogue, and occasional flashes of humor that cut through the darker moments. The team dynamic is crucial, showing how much collaboration and trust matter in solving complex cases, and it adds a welcome depth beyond the typical lone-wolf detective narrative.

Action plays a strong role in Network of Evil, and Kitson balances it well with the investigative side of the story. Bursts of danger and adrenaline keep the pacing taut, while the investigative detail ensures the narrative remains grounded and believable. For fans of crime fiction, this combination is exactly what keeps a book unputdownable—the reader feels both entertained and immersed in a world that could easily exist beyond the page.

Ultimately, Network of Evil is a compelling and satisfying entry in the DI Mike Nash series. It offers an intricate mystery, a strong central character, and a storyline packed with suspense and atmosphere. Readers who enjoy police procedurals with a darker edge will find this book an engrossing read, and those already familiar with Kitson’s work will not be disappointed by how well it builds on the series’ strengths.

Bill Kitson has proven once again that he knows how to weave together action, intrigue, and character-driven drama into a seamless whole. Network of Evil is not just a crime novel—it’s a gripping journey into the heart of evil and the relentless pursuit of justice.

There are times when you read a novel that has you rooting for the villains. This is one such book. Even the characters who must bring the killer to justice do so half heartedly because the scum who are being murdered might seem to some simply taking out the garbage. It is, however, the job of Mike Nash and his crew to find the perps and bring them to justice. Mind you, if there was any justice the killer would get off with justifiable homicide.

These “victims” are no victims. They are the worst sort- pedophiles who do unspeakable things to children and then murder them- and even when they have been released with all sorts of supposed checks, they are still plying their awful “trade” and a network on the Dark Web is enabling them.
At first there is a red herring that seems like a plausible suspect but as you read more of the Mike Nash series, you know there is going to be something with far more twists and turns before things are resolved. I have become a real fan of this series and this book did not disappoint.

Mike and his team follow one blind lead after another until a touch of inspiration sends them down the right trail. Then it becomes a chase. Will the killer be able to pull off the one murder he most wants to fulfill or will he be thwarted. There is lots of tension and excitement as it comes down to the wire. And it has a highly satisfactory end. But you will just have to read the book because I am not going to tell. Five purrs and two paws up.

Book 19 of the DI Mike Nash series. We follow the team as they try to find who is killing sex offenders. Lots of twists to the story and a few false leads lead us on towards the perpetrator. I got a little lost in the middle as I felt as though I'd been taken to a different place but realised that was my mistake. Well written with understated humour to make you smile. A good example of detective fiction from Bill Kitson. A gentle but gruesome read at times with a close knit team. Recommended to fans of detective fiction. With thanks to the author, Joffe Books and Netgalley for the opportunity to read this book.

Mike Nash is the type of character you enjoy getting to know and it is great to see him develop over time. That said, this book can be read as a stand alone and you will not lose anything by not having read the previous books -it just adds depth if you have. The crimes in this book are terrible and the pressure is on the team to solve them, especially as the perpetrator seems so keen to engage. It makes for a fascinating investigative process and this is where much of the strength of the book lies.

Police procedural,part of a series featuring DI Mike Nash and his team. Plenty of twists and turns,more along nicely.

My thanks to Joffe Books and NetGalley for giving me the opportunity to read ‘Network of Evil’ written by Bill Kitson in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.

DI Mike Nash and DS Clara Mironova investigate when bodies are found brutally murdered and when identified the men are found to be convicted paedophiles. They arrest a suspect who they then release when yet another murder is committed and Nash and his team realise they need to widen their search to find who’s responsible.

‘Network of Evil’ is the nineteenth book in this absorbing crime series set in Yorkshire and although it’s the first I’ve read I haven’t felt at a disadvantage for not having had any background information of the characters. As the number of bodies increases the story becomes more involving and the surprising information Clara learns while with her hairdresser gives the twist needed to identity those responsible for the murders and the reason why. This is a well-written crime thriller that I’ve enjoyed reading.

DI Mike Nash #10

A killer is calling in their own crime? DI Mike Nash never thought he'd see the day . Until.... he gets a call that makes his blood run cold.

if you go to the woods on Stark Ghyll, you'll find a man hanging from a tree. He's dead, and in hell where he belongs.

Nash races to the scene to find the killers as good as their word. And they're not done yet. A second corpse surfaces at the bottom of Black Fell cliffs. Elsewhere Sammy Rhode, a promising gymnast, is missing. She never came home training, and her parents are frantic with worry.

Paedophiles are being killed and then calling in his crimes. A young gymnast, Sammy Rhode, is missing. She never came home from training. Nash has a race against the clock to find Sammy and the anonymous killer.

This is a good police procedural series. The book is easy to read and can be read as a standalone. Nash and the team are struggling a little, finding many dead ens and not a lot of clues. The ending was perfect, and it tied up all the loose ends.

Published 19th August 2025

I would like to thank #NetGalley #JoffeBooks and the author #BillKitson for my ARC of #NetworkOfEvil in exchange for an honest review.

A fantastic read with many twists and turns which had me gripped throughout.
I looked forward to reading more.

First book I have read in the Mike Nash series but it was fine as a standalone. There was enough of a backstory to keep me informed. I liked the way the detectives interacted. Plenty of suspense to keep me guessing throughout. Enjoyed the writing style. Look forward to the next instalment.

Network of Evil was an okay read overall, but it didn’t quite hit the mark for me. The story itself had potential—a solid enough plot with some interesting ideas—but I found the execution a bit lacking. I received a copy from Joffe Books via Netgalley.

One of the biggest issues for me was the writing. It wasn’t terrible, but there were moments where it felt awkward or uneven, and it occasionally pulled me out of the story. Also, the beginning throws a lot of characters at you all at once, which made it hard to keep track of who’s who. That definitely slowed down my engagement with the plot. I know it's book 19 of a series, but still.

That said, it wasn’t a bad book. Once things got going, it held my attention well enough, and there were a few twists that kept me curious. Just not something I’d rush to recommend or reread.

3/5 ⭐️

This was such a good read in the DI Mike Nash series. It is well written with interesting characters and a good plot line. There was enough suspense, and a few twists, to keep me engrossed to the end. I really like Mike and his relationship with the police team, they work very well together. The book can easily be read as a stand alone but I highly recommended the whole series of you enjoy police procedurals. Thanks to Net Galley for my ARC.

Even though this was the 19th in the series, this can be read as a standalone book. Wow, an exciting and tense read which captured my imagination and niw that I've r and it I want to start from the beginning and r and the first few books in the series. Always exciting to read a new author and niw he's on my reading list. My thanks to netgalley and the publisher's for giving me the opportunity to read this book in return for an honest review.

So much was going on. Body found hanging from a tree and the next body at a cliff, child goes missing. Easily read as a standalone. This author has exceptional writing skills and delivers perfectly

DI Mike Nash and his team investigating a series of murders but don’t have a lead. A lot of detective work involved

Thank you to Netgalley and Joffe Books

Yet another great read. I love the author and the characters. It's like returning to a family and finding out what they are up to

I'm such a big fan of Kitson. His writing style is quirky and funny, whilst serious at the same time. His character development is brilliant and I feel really drawn inside the stories he tells.