Reviews
Praise for Dragon's Back
A compelling page-turner!
★★★★★
Book Review by Tony Park, best-selling author of 'The Delta', 'The Pride', 'Dark Heart', 'Vendetta" and more.
If you like your gumshoes hard-boiled and hard-drinking, and your dames sexy and smart, then you'll certainly enjoy this debut private-eye novel from Australian author A.C. Edwards... a multi-layered and complex, yet still compelling, investigation into human trafficking.
What really sets this novel apart from the pack is its setting. Edwards truly shines in his depictions of Hong Kong, where the story is set.... by not only giving us rich and evocative descriptions of both the opulent and seedy sides of Hong Kong, but by weaving the sights, sounds, smells and history of the former colony into the plot.
As a former policeman, paratrooper and security consultant Edwards knows his way around a gunfight and a brawl; his action scenes are fast and furious, but never overblown.
Dragon's Back is a compelling page-turner entwined with a richly drawn, exotic backdrop. Good news: there's a sequel out now, 'Dragon's Claw.
There's nothing like a bit of high octane, no holds barred, peril to wile away the winter nights!
Book Review by Karen Chisholm, AustCrimeFiction
“There's something very real about Galahad Jones, and Joey Loh. They are brave, but not completely crazy, resourceful but not totally bullet proof, tough as nails and complicated as hell. Very human characters needless to say.”
“Joey Loh - a woman who takes "sidekick" to a whole new level.”
“A really strong sense of a fascinating place.”
Absolutely Brilliant
★★★★★
Apple Review
The incredibly detailed descriptions of people and Hong Kong streets and scenery made me feel totally immersed. I can’t wait to go back … in the next book!!!
This debut novel is a great read. Fast-paced, believable characters, punchy dialogue, explosive action and captivatingly descriptive. The protagonist is unique in the genre and is a modern spin on some of the classic private detectives of the 20th century pulp noir. I really enjoyed the book and I’m looking forward to the next in the series
Great read set in gritty Hong Kong with plenty of action afoot!
★★★★★
Amazon Review
What a great read! I learnt more about Hong Kong in this book than I did in 5 years living there! Recommend highly for those seeking a gritty thriller, set in the seedier side of downtown Hong Kong. Hope to see more of Galahad!
Could not put this down
★★★★★
Apple Review
I can’t believe this is a debut novel! Wow. I could not put this down and was drawn in, page after page to the exciting conclusion. I love the author’s descriptive abilities that put me right there in Hong Kong and I really connected with the characters. Number Two, please!
Fresh and exciting
★★★★★
Amazon Review
This debut novel is a great read. Fast-paced, believable characters, punchy dialogue, explosive action and captivatingly descriptive. The protagonist is unique in the genre and is a modern spin on some of the classic private detectives of the 20th century pulp noir. I really enjoyed the book and I’m looking forward to the next in the series
Dragon’s Back
★★★★★
Apple Review
A highly gripping debut thriller has hit the shelves! ‘Dragon’s Back’ will keep you captivated right to the end and thirsting for more. From the opening line to the highly vivid description of Hong Kong street-life, the skilful development of all the engaging characters and the unfolding of the mystery, this is a real page turner. Galahad Jones, as a street toughened ex-cop turned private investigator is the perfect mix of humour, grit, guts and integrity; and leads the story on an intriguing adventure as the plot unfolds to its surprising conclusion. AC Edwards has captured the essence of life in Hong Kong, and particularly the underbelly, through his superb descriptive voice and vision. Blending the portent of worsening weather with the development of plot builds the tension cleverly to its climatic end. Most definitely leaving the reading hanging for more! I highly recommend this debut thriller as a clever, original, well-written and entertaining read.
Dragon‘s Back
★★★★★
Amazon Review
Have just finished reading Dragon‘s Back, and thoroughly joyed it. I found it an intriguing, engaging and cleverly woven yarn drawn to a very satisfactory conclusion. Additionally, I admired the author’s capacity to evoke memories of the fascinating Far East and this gave me great pleasure, as someone with significant exposure to that area in my own past. Hard to put down once started. Can‘t wait to read what (hopefully) comes next.
Fast paced page turner.
★★★★★
Apple Review
This guy knows his Hong Kong, knows his police work, and by all accounts know how to put it together in "Dragons Back". If this is the first in a series then please keep them coming because I’m in!! The characters he has created grow beautifully and the action and intrigue make this a quick read. This is intelligent and well crafted writing so congrats and well done!
Rollicking yarn
★★★★★
Apple Review
A great crime thriller featuring a morally dubious protagonist and a range of believable characters that moves with a good pace. Cracking read!
Riveting read
★★★★★
Amazon Review
An engaging read with many twists and turns. The author brings the characters to such life that you feel present in the city itself.
Dragons Back Review
★★★★★
Apple Review
Tremendous read, thoroughly enjoyed this. The author has a great descriptive ability and an enthralling story. If you have ever visited Hong Kong you will love this book. If you haven’t it will make you want to go there.
Praise for Dragon's Claw
Excellent reading
★★★★★
Amazon Review
I enjoyed reading this book very much, the story flowed well and although I was almost certain that I had worked out who the serial killer was fairly early into the book, it didn't detract from my reading experience.
An entertaining read - James Paterson in Hong Kong
★★★★★
Amazon Review
I found this an entertaining read but you need to have read Dragon's Back before reading this book. It is a sequel, not a stand-alone story. This book is in the style of an early James Paterson thriller except set in Hong Kong.
A great follow-on from the original
★★★★★
Amazon Review
Once again, A.C. Edwards has managed to impart his experiences and knowledge of the region into this book. Part way through and loving it.
He's done it again!
★★★★★
Apple Review
As the sequel to Dragon's Back, this is a solid, hard-boiled thriller. I really enjoyed the plot, pace, action, characters and locations. Galahad Jones is right up there with the best anti-heroes of crime/detective fiction going around.
Great new talent
★★★★★
Apple Review
I have read both books in this series and have found them to be great reads. Believable characters, storyline and action sequences. A hero that embraces his shortcomings that is easy to relate with. Having never been to Hong Kong I found the author's brilliant descriptions made me feel like a local. Great work from a new and emerging author.
Praise for Dragon's Eye
Fantastic Thriller - A Fitting Book 3 of the Dragon Series
★★★★★
Amazon Review
A captivating read right from the first page! Impossible to put down. Edwards has again thrilled his readers with vivid storytelling, exquisite prose, heart pounding action and vibrant imagination- edged with what could feasibly be ‘possible reality’.
As an avid reader of the thriller genre, I can say without doubt, Edwards deserves the accolades of many of the greats: Grisham, Larsson and Goddard to name a few.
This is truly a book, that once started can not be put down until the very end - bringing with it a sense of loss that the ride is over.