The Stretch - Stephen Leather

When gang boss Terry Greene is sent to prison for a murder he says he did not commit, his estranged wife and mother of three is forced to take over in his absence. Here she finds the extent of her husband's involvement with serious crimes including counterfeit money and the importation of drugs... So begins this novel written by exciting thriller novelist Stephen Leather. Often compared with the likes of Clancy and Higgins, Leather writes good page-turners that don't let go and The Stretch is no exception. Fairly easy to read, his books are well written and popular. He also writes screenplays, which include episodes of the Bill and Murder in Mind. The Stretch ...  Read the complete review