Between them Bob and Carol Bridgestock have nearly half a century of experience within West Yorkshire police service. Bob was a career Detective. During his thirty years he held every rank within the CID retiring at the rank of Detective Superintendent a Senior Investigative Officer. As an SIO and ‘the man in charge’ he dealt with 26 murders, 23 major incidents including shootings and attempted murders, over 50 suspicious deaths and numerous sexual assaults some of which were high profile for which he received twenty Commendations from high courts, judges, crown courts and chief constables. He also worked on external enquiries for other forces. His wife and co-author Carol has seventeen years experience as a support worker for the same Force that undoubtedly gave them inspiration and a wealth of experience to draw upon for their narrative. Deadly Focus is their first work of fiction and they are in the process of writing two more novels. Why not 'google' Bob Bridgestock for further information.
The premise of Deadly Focus is:
Two murders and a clandestine love in his life, SIO Jack Dylan strives to give everyone the attention they deserve. Meticulous and determined he deals with controversy head on achieving triumph for one, but not the other.
Bob and Carol very kindly have offered to donate some of the proceeds made from the profits to the hospice and will be signing copys in Tescos, date to follow shortly. Copys will be available from the fundraising department and in The Hospice Shop in Newport also, call (01983 528989) to purchase your copy, at the price of £9.99. If you would like a special dedication by the authors in the book, that is also a possibility, this can be arranged through the fundraising department.
Here are some quotes from readers of the book:
"The detailing is suberb, I knew it was going to be good, and it really is. I know you want people to tell you warts and all, but it really is very good and gripping reading. Let's hope you get the next one published in double quick time too." Maggie J – Isle of Wight
"Very good luck with the book, I hope it does well, I feel it will. Best regards," Bruce – Yorkshire Evening Post
"Just had to tell you how much I enjoyed Deadly Focus. I’m a huge crime fiction fan and I read this in two sittings - I finished it at about 3am today!! I’m looking forward to the next book and I really mean that." Lisa B – Earl Mountbatten Hospice
"Just wanted to let you know I've just finished chapter 17 and am absolutely loving it. My mum already said that it's better than Dick Francis and I have to agree (and she's a MASSIVE D.F. fan!)." Helen D – Australia
Below are some news story's in relation to the book and its authors:
http://www.halifaxcourier.co.uk/news/Meet-the-crimefighters-who-turned.5318562.jp