Bernie O’Shaughnessy is a ruthless loan shark and small-time gangster. After finding out his ex-wife Dawn has kept a dark secret from him for many years, he decides to make her pay. After a long stint in prison, Bernie is back and ready to confront Dawn. He wants to rekindle his relationship with his estranged son Jimmy and have him working in the ‘family’ business. Bernie hasn’t considered the many enemies he’s made along the way. Someone wants him dead and they won’t stop until he’s six feet under…
Set in Birmingham, West Midlands, Swan brings Birmingham to the attention of the rest of the World. Full of twists and turns, Motive will have you on the edge of your seat and desperate for more… An easy-to-read, slim Novella that can be read in one sitting.
‘Motive’ is not based on real people or real events, however, reader discretion is advised as the novella contains themes of abuse, gambling addiction, drug and alcohol addiction, and more. The novella contains foul language and is written in British English rather than American English. This may give the impression of typos, however, it is slang language used for certain characters.

Reviews for Motive …
*****
Absolutely amazing, I couldn’t put it down. Amazing twists and turns that I didn’t expect, I can’t wait for more.
Twisty crime thriller! Full of twists I didn’t expect. I hope she writes another.
Great plot twists, an amazing read.
Swan has the ability to show the personalities and inner thoughts of several different characters, a tall order for any writer, however, she executes it well.