Family: An addictive, action-packed thriller you won't be able to put down (The Glass Family Book 1)

I have been a fan of Owen’s work for a little while now. I haven’t quite caught up with all the books that he has written but I am getting there slowly but surely. I am a huge fan of all things gangland and so when I read the synopsis for ‘Family’, I knew that I was in for a treat as the book sounded like just the kind of read I enjoy. I thoroughly enjoyed reading ‘Family’ but more about that in a bit.I have to be honest and say that the characters in this book scared the crap out of me. Some of the ways in which they spoke or the things that they did, sent a shiver down my spine on more than one occasion. They are the sort of people that I would cross the road to avoid. I am a bit of a wimp by the way. Some of their actions are pretty darn brutal and I certainly wouldn’t want to get on the wrong side of them. Taking all that into consideration, I still found the characters to be very interesting and intriguing.It took me next to no time to get into this book. In fact the synopsis was enough to grab my attention and the fact that this book was recommended for fans of Kimberley Chambers and Mandasue Heller sealed the deal as it were. I am a huge fan of both ladies and their books. I knew that if Owen’s book was being compared to theirs then I was onto a winner. To say that reading ‘Family’ became addictive, is a wee bit of an understatement. I picked the book up only intending to read a couple of chapters to fill in the odd half hour and to get a toe in the door so to speak. Well, let’s just say that I became so wrapped up in the story and so intrigued by the characters that I read for two solid hours. I developed a desperation to find out what happened to the characters and whether or not they managed to bring their plans to fruition. I seemed to race through the story because I was enjoying it so much. I found ‘Family’ to be a compelling and addictive read, which kept me guessing and which kept me on the edge of my seat throughout.‘Family’ is well written but then I think that to be true of all of Owen’s books that I have had the pleasure of reading. He has the knack of starting the story in such a way that will stay fresh in your mind for a long time to come and which makes ‘Family’ stand out from the crowd. For me, ‘Family’ is perfectly paced. The story starts with a bang, hits the ground running and maintains a fast and chilling pace throughout. Reading ‘Family’ felt like being on one hell of a scary and unpredictable rollercoaster with more twists and turns to it than you would find on a ‘Snakes & Ladders’ board. Just when you thought that you could take a moment to catch your breath, gather your thoughts and reclaim your stomach then off the action would go again.In short I thoroughly enjoyed reading ‘Family’ and I would have no hesitation in recommending this book to other readers. I will certainly be reading more of Owen’s work in the future. The score on the Ginger Book Geek board is a very well deserved 5* out of 5*.

interesting read certainly kept me turning the page Danny head of family rules with iron glove bit of psycho while younger brother Luke seems more rational hes released from 7 years stint in prison after avenging his brothers wife and childs murder through car bomb. revenge runs riot great twist towards end

Exciting page turner. Kept me guessing all the way through. Will definitely read more of this author's books. Ten out of ten.

Family is the tale of Danny, Luke and Nina Glass. As young children they were forced to fend for themselves and turned to the life of crime… Danny found he quite enjoyed the gangster life and has built up quite an empire with the support of his sister Nina.Nina is less brash than her brother but is certainly a Glass through and through. She may look good but those teeth are sharp!Luke on the other hand is a little different. He’s been in prison for the murder of Albert Anderson a rival who dared to go a step too far. He’s always followed his bothers lead but it’s time for that to change.Each family member has their own agenda and their bond will be tested..it’s not a matter of will the bond break.. but when … and who will be standing at the end.As Luke is finally released from prison after serving his time it’s a new life he’s after.. but Danny won’t let his brother go that easily and wants to bring him back into the fold.Times a healer they say…but no one forgets..soon events force Luke back into a world he no longer wants to be part of. An adversary is out for payback.Matters escalate quickly with a rival gang out for blood and Danny doesn’t give an inch. The hard-hitting plot just keeps serving as the brutality level is ramped up to the max when Danny plans to put an end to things… in the most gruesome and flashy way he can, even if this means harming innocent bystanders. It’s all one big show to Danny.Luke’s whole world comes crashing down as events spiral, secrets are revealed and the bone chilling reality hits home.. but don’t forget.. Luke is a Glass! It won’t be over until there’s a bullet in his head.</p>Owen Mullen is quite the wordsmith, it’s brutal and vivid. Lets be fair we all know a gangsters favourite method of getting rid of someone involves a little bit of torture. These scenes weren’t overdone, they added to Danny’s character and his meltdown.. he’s a loose cannon from the start.Luke's character develops very well, but what makes it hit the high note is how the author manages to makes his feelings come alive.. you feel that adrenaline rush with Luke..every heart pounding moment you live it with him.Overall a very enjoyable read. Yeh it’s gut wrenchingly horrid at times what these gangsters will do for power and control but damn it’s a compelling story and I just loved how everything tied together nicely at the end, all those bits of thread woven throughout the tale pulled tight to give the reader that wow moment they are looking for.Being a fan I had high hopes for this book and Owen Mullen delivered! Mullen constantly delivers high-pressure, fresh and exhilarating tales.The only downside to the book is that it had to end.. the good news is there’s already a new book planned for July!