Something different for you today, as I have taken a (very) short break from historical fiction to read this superbly gripping psychological thriller by Jo Fenton. I first met Jo at the Swanwick Writers’ Summer School some years ago. However, this is the first time I’ve had the opportunity to read one of her books, and I can’t believe I’ve waited this long. Jo, you have a new fan!
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A cold case reignites. A deadly threat resurfaces. And Becky White is caught in the crossfire.
When a decades-old betrayal comes back to haunt her, private investigator Becky White is drawn into a dangerous web of lies, revenge, and murder. As tensions boil over in Manchester’s criminal underworld, Becky and her team at the White Knight Detective Agency must race to uncover the truth—before it’s too late.
Meanwhile, former partner Finn is battling enemies from without and secrets from within. With loyalties tested and danger closing in, Becky and Finn must decide who they can trust, and how far they’re willing to go, when consequences come calling.
Gritty, emotional, and full of heart-pounding twists, Consequences delivers a powerful finale that ties together years of betrayal, redemption, and reckoning in the Becky White series. Perfect for fans and new readers alike!
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I do love a good psychological thriller, and I’m fortunate to have proofread several as part of my day job, but I was thrilled when Rachel’s Random Resources got in touch with this one. I shall definitely be reading more of Jo’s books!
What I loved:
- I was really gripped by the character of Finn, his anxiety, guilt and the way he rationalises his decisions. His internal conflict gives the book a fantastic edge. I found him to be painfully human.
- This is a novel with more emotional content than most thrillers, which for me is a good thing. The fallout matters just as much as actually solving the crime.
- The tension builds steadily and rarely lets up, the revelations landing at exactly the right moment.
- It’s a story about how your past catches up with you, and the ripple effects of those bad decisions.
- It’s an excellent example of a character-driven thriller that explores the nature of accountability and guilt.
Book cover of Consequences by Jo Fenton.
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Author Bio
Jo Fenton grew up in Hertfordshire, UK. She devoured books from an early age, particularly enjoying adventure books, school stories and fantasy. She wanted to be a scientist from aged six after being given a wonderful book titled “Science Can Be Fun”. At eleven, she discovered Agatha Christie and Georgette Heyer, and now has an eclectic and much loved book collection cluttering her home office.
Jo combines an exciting career in Clinical Research with an equally exciting but very different career as a writer of psychological thrillers.
When not working, she runs (very slowly), and chats to lots of people. She lives in Manchester with her husband and golden retriever. Her sons live nearby. She is an active and enthusiastic member of two writing groups and a reading group.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoFentonAuthor1
Website: https://jofenton137.com/
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