80,000+ Books in-stock in NZ 📚

Auckland Bookstore open on Saturday & Sunday 🎉

Where the Evidence Takes Us

A Memoir of a Scotland Yard Detective
3.68 goodreads logo

Ratings/reviews counts are updated frequently.

Check link for latest rating.
( 19 ratings, 5 reviews)
Brief Description
Told over a period of public service spanning thirty years, this compelling true story unravels the nuts and bolts of policing London, providing an insider’s perspective on the challenges, triumphs, and transformations that shaped an era. Immerse yourself in the heart-pounding narratives of high-profile cases, including... Read More
Format: Hardback
$6099
AVAILABLE WITH SUPPLIER Ships from our Auckland warehouse within 4-6 weeks

Found a better price? Request a price match

Immerse yourself in the heart-pounding narratives of high-profile cases, including the intensity of the Broadwater Farm riots, the relentless pursuit of serial murderers, the cloak-and-dagger world of undercover operations, and the delicate art of negotiations during harrowing kidnappings.

Immerse yourself in the heart-pounding narratives of high-profile cases, including the intensity of the Broadwater Farm riots, the relentless pursuit of serial murderers, the cloak-and-dagger world of undercover operations, and the delicate art of negotiations during harrowing kidnappings.

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

Told over a period of public service spanning thirty years, this compelling true story unravels the nuts and bolts of policing London, providing an insider’s perspective on the challenges, triumphs, and transformations that shaped an era.

Immerse yourself in the heart-pounding narratives of high-profile cases, including the intensity of the Broadwater Farm riots, the relentless pursuit of serial murderers, the cloak-and-dagger world of undercover operations, and the delicate art of negotiations during harrowing kidnappings.

With a detective’s keen eye for detail, O’Leary deftly weaves together the intricate threads of investigations, offering readers a front-row seat to the pulse-quickening realities of policing.

This raw and unfiltered account provides an unprecedented glimpse into the life of a seasoned detective, inviting readers to traverse the highs and lows, the victories and defeats, and the evolution of policing in one of the world’s most iconic cities.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781538174852

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 15 October 2024

Country: United States

Imprint: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers

Illustration: 4 BW Photos

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 159.0mm

Height: 236.0mm

Weight: 531g

Pages: 282

About the Author

Kevin O’Leary, a former senior detective at New Scotland Yard, served as the operational commander for crime and intelligence during the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Within a distinguished career, he led Scotland Yard’s Covert Operations Unit and excelled as a hostage and crisis negotiator, successfully resolving various life-or-death incidents. Kevin spearheaded a team combating serious and organized crime, implementing modern practices, and driving change. Internationally recognized, he chaired an alliance of senior leaders across forty countries aligned with Interpol. Kevin now designs and delivers immersive leadership development programs and serves as the series consultant for acclaimed UK TV shows, including Hunted and The Heist. His website is www.kevinoleary123.com.

More from Biography & Memoir

View all

Why buy from us?

Book Hero is not a chain store or big box retailer. We're an independent 100% NZ-owned business on a mission to help more Kiwis rediscover a love of books and reading!

Service & Delivery

Service & Delivery

Our warehouse in Auckland holds over 80,000 books, toys, board games and puzzles in-stock so you're not waiting for your order to arrive from overseas.

Auckland Bookstore

Auckland Bookstore

We're primarily an online store, but for your convenience you can pick up your order for free from our bookstore, which is right next door to our warehouse in Hobsonville.

Our Gifting Service

Our Gifting Service

Books make wonderful thoughtful gifts and we're here to help with gift-wrapping and cards. We can even send your gift directly to your loved one.