Book description
From the creator of the award-winning ITV series Prime Suspect, starring Helen Mirren, comes the fascinating back story of the iconic DCI Jane Tennison.
In 1973 Jane Tennison, aged 22, leaves the Metropolitan Police Training Academy to be placed on probationary exercise in Hackney where criminality thrives. We witness her…
Why read it?
1 author picked Tennison as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
I love this book because the lead character gallantly rises above the discrimination and stereotyping of the 70s to become a leader in the Police Force.
I got angry for her when she was cast aside as "not knowing anything' and cheered for her when her input solved the case. Her intellect and belief in herself were inspiring.
Wanting to know if the criminals would be caught was suspenseful and thrilling, and I thought about the tragic ending for a few more days after I finished the book.
From Kim's list on suspense thrillers that feature "true grit" strong women.
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