The Man on the Street

Fresh, original, authentic and gritty - should be an instant classic - Lee Child

What more do you want from a debut than a unique protagonist and a cracking plotline? A smart, thought-provoking crime read with bags of heart and humanity

The story races along at a cracking pace, lots of tension in the twists and turns, and Jimmy is hugely engaging and complex. It’s a rare skill to develop a sympathetic character with such a chequered history for whom one so wants a happy ending. A deeply satisfying read

Intricate, expertly paced with a shocking conclusion. The dialogue is on-point, the narrative is flawless and Jimmy is a character you root for from page one. Believe me when I say this, Trevor Wood has a bright future in the world of crime fiction. Simply superb

I can safely say it will be huge … Flying through it. It’s a brilliant read and I love Jimmy

A superbly written trip through the shadows of my hometown with a unique protagonist as a tour guide

I’ve just finished The Man on the Street, and I hugely enjoyed it. Wood is the real thing. I recently read the last Rebus, and it absolutely stands up to that level. It’s smart, witty, compassionate and real, and the dialogue is brilliant. It’s a fine thriller with something to say - and it feels like a blast of fresh air in the genre

Superb and going to make serious waves. Love it