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Rough Justice: An unputdownable crime thriller (Shrap Nelson Book 1) Kindle Edition

4.5 out of 5 stars 461 ratings

*SHORTLISTED FOR THE CWA DEBUT DAGGER AWARD 2021 FOR BEST EMERGING AUTHOR OF THE YEAR*

A Murder She Can't Ignore. A Truth She Must Uncover.

For Shrap Nelson, ex-military police sergeant and homeless veteran, the charred body under the bridge isn’t just another victim—it’s Doug, the man who once saved her life. Now, she’s determined to find his killer, no matter the cost.

As Shrap digs deeper, she’s pulled into London’s violent underworld, where powerful enemies lurk in the shadows. Hunted by a ruthless adversary and haunted by her own demons, Shrap must choose between giving in to her fears or finding the truth.

Doug gave her a second chance. She’ll make sure his death doesn’t go unpunished.

An unputdownable crime thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat, by Amazon bestseller Biba Pearce.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0D35THWG9
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Mortlake Press
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 1, 2024
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.5 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 360 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 1 of 2 ‏ : ‎ Shrap Nelson
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 out of 5 stars 461 ratings

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Biba Pearce
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Biba Pearce is a crime writer and author of the Kenzie Gilmore, Dalton Savage and DCI Rob Miller series. Her books have been shortlisted for the Feathered Quill and the CWA Debut Dagger awards, and The Marlow Murders was voted best crime fiction book in the Indie Excellence Book Awards.

Biba lives in leafy Surrey with her family and when she isn’t writing, can be found walking along the Thames River path - near to where many of her books are set - or rambling through the countryside.

Download a FREE Kenzie Gilmore prequel novella at her website bibapearce dot com.

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Customers enjoy the story of the book, with one customer noting how it gripped them from page one.

"I thoroughly enjoyed this read. Shrap gripped me from page one, and I did find this book very hard to put down...." Read more

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"Excellent book with, a gripping plot, and characters that come alive and start to feel like old friends...." Read more

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"...This book is well worth reading - you won't be disappointed." Read more

"...Well written and believe able. having been in the service I under stand about PTSD and it's effects.Looking forward to the next book" Read more

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Top reviews from the United States

  • Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2025
    Makes you continue to wonder how the killer or killers head from being caught. Couldn’t figure it out until the very end.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2025
    Reading Rough Justice was a whirlwind. But it made me see London through different eyes, the eyes of a bum. This twist made a great book even better. Action and Social Conscience all in one. Highly recommend it.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2024
    Biba Pearce creates enigmatic characters you just can't forget. Her newest protagonist is one example. Intelligent, street smart, tough, and broken. Set in a realistic London, as is her Rob Miller series, this explores so much more than the murder that needs solving. It's also a heartbreaking look into the lives of the homeless, but those suffering from PTSD. For all aspects of the book, I can't praise it highly enough. This series is definitely a must-read for me!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2024
    I thoroughly enjoyed this read. Shrap gripped me from page one, and I did find this book very hard to put down. Only wish two things were true: there is only a second book in the series, and if not out till September of 2025. I'd love to read her ongoing story, and hope it leads to her fulfillment. Kudos to the author
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  • Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2024
    This was an amazing story which grabbed me and pulled me along at a fast speed. Although I have never been around them personally, It made you realize that street people are real people too and could have been someone who was productive before they fell on hard times due to reasons unbeknownst to us. This book is well worth reading - you won't be disappointed.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2024
    Good story although it was different wording since it was in Britain. Well written and believe able. having been in the service I under stand about PTSD and it's effects.Looking forward to the next book
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  • Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2024
    Excellent book with, a gripping plot, and characters that come alive and start to feel like old friends. I am already looking forward to the next book.
  • Reviewed in the United States on October 10, 2024
    Tragic story but for the grace of God go any of us. Great human interest story delivered brilliantly and full of twists and turns. A very talented writer.
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Top reviews from other countries

  • Crime Lover
    5.0 out of 5 stars Unputdownable.
    Reviewed in Australia on October 6, 2024
    Intense and riveting and I could not stop reading. I would give it 10* if I could! Shrap is an intelligent, ex military officer now living on the streets of London as a way to cope with her PTSD. When her friend is murdered she’ll stop at nothing to bring him justice. Can’t wait for book two.
  • Moe
    5.0 out of 5 stars Unputdownable
    Reviewed in Canada on February 10, 2025
    Great beginning to what I hope is a long series. I have enjoyed every one of this authors books. Always exciting and adventurous.
  • Customer.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous New Storyline.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 10, 2024
    I'm an avid follower of Biba's books.
    This new storyline is excellent. The storyline is realistic, fast paced, and with many unexpected twists. New characters have supper options , can't wait for book 2 next year.
    It's a must read . . 🤩
  • Doreen A Fernandes
    5.0 out of 5 stars A battle against injustice
    Reviewed in India on October 2, 2024
    Shrap Nelson is determined to find justice for the murder of her friend, Doug who had saved her life on many occasions. In spite of being homeless and suffering from PTSD in addition to being belittled by the cops, Shrap courageously goes ahead with her own investigation dancing with danger. A well crafted page turner which set my pulse racing with its unexpected twists and nailbiting suspense.
  • David
    5.0 out of 5 stars A fantastic story. Couldn't wait to turn the next page.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 10, 2025
    Nothing to dislike, a great read.

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