ozz770 Posted July 13, 2011 Report Posted July 13, 2011 Hi all, Im up to part 6 of the "Syndicate series by Mark Cunnington", these books are so addictive , once you start reading you struggle to put them down. So now I only take them when out fishing, the only problem is that I stay up till the early hours reading, (but at least im awake if I get a run) Ha Ha !!!! The first book was so good I read it all in one night, but I slowed down after that as I felt terrible the following day due to lack of sleep I would reccomend everyone to read these books as they are so real, as to the things we all can relate to while out "Carp Fishing", with many adventures that are not too far from what we all get up to, especially while fishing, with the exception of "The Glock" (read the books to find out)!!! Like I said im up to part 6 of 7, so ive just ordered "In Persuit Of The Largest - Terry Hearn, to fill the void when im finished pt7. Definitely well worth reading these wonderfully written & humorous books, especially if you've got a bivvy light and lots of coffee !!! My rating for The Syndicate Series is 10/10 Quote
bart2000 Posted July 13, 2011 Report Posted July 13, 2011 I hadn't heard of these books, but just checked them out and they look interesting, something a bit different. I'll add them to my list and give them a read at some point Quote
vinyljunkie Posted July 13, 2011 Report Posted July 13, 2011 they are a great read mate and il second your 10/10 I fished in Holland last year we treid absinth for the mind meld moment it doesn't work, but does give you a nasty headache in the morning certinaly not recomend as drink by the lake either the forgoton chapters by Gaz Fareham is pretty good read as well, bit chunky to take fishing but its lots of short stories from differant anglers some well known some not as well known and there conquest for certain fish. that way you can read a couple of chapters then get some kip cos the following chapter is a whole new story some stunning pictures in there as well Quote
Guest Anonymous Posted July 17, 2011 Report Posted July 17, 2011 Used to love reading Mark Cunningtons "syndicate" series in carpworld, I might have a look for the books, how many is there? Quote
canontroop Posted September 26, 2012 Report Posted September 26, 2012 Used to love reading Mark Cunningtons "syndicate" series in carpworld, I might have a look for the books, how many is there? Late reply here but oh well! There are 7 Syndicate books. Read through them all 3 times now and I have to say not only are they the most enjoyable fishing related books ive ever read but the most enjoyable novel/fiction books ive ever read! Funny, charming, well written books which have had me belly laughing on many occasion, i'll just say when Rambo has the spat with Spunker it is one of the funniest things ive ever read! You wont learn much about angling so if thats your main reason for reading stay clear. If you want a great, hilarious, addictive read then look no further. a strong 10/10! Quote
Mark Cunnington Posted October 12, 2014 Report Posted October 12, 2014 Late reply here but oh well! There are 7 Syndicate books. Read through them all 3 times now and I have to say not only are they the most enjoyable fishing related books ive ever read but the most enjoyable novel/fiction books ive ever read! Funny, charming, well written books which have had me belly laughing on many occasion, i'll just say when Rambo has the spat with Spunker it is one of the funniest things ive ever read! You wont learn much about angling so if thats your main reason for reading stay clear. If you want a great, hilarious, addictive read then look no further. a strong 10/10! I have posted this on the general discussion board, but just to add all The Syndicate books are now available on Kindle and at reduced cost in paperback. Cheers, Mark Quote
bivvystreet Posted October 13, 2014 Report Posted October 13, 2014 these books do get cracking reviews,i'm no bookworm but i'm tempted by these for sure after reading the free online chapter Quote
carpepecheur Posted October 13, 2014 Report Posted October 13, 2014 By coincidence, I downloaded book one for my Kindle half an hour before reading this thread. Kindle is the only way - especially when fishing Quote
boater Posted May 24, 2015 Report Posted May 24, 2015 I love these bookz, you really fall in love with the charachters, I need another edition, also check out bivvy tramps Quote
dayvid Posted May 30, 2015 Report Posted May 30, 2015 I did wonder when and if it was ever going to make Kindle, and see it has I know they were looking into it sometime ago , glad I have seen this thread Quote
Mark Cunnington Posted November 24, 2015 Report Posted November 24, 2015 Hi Guys I hope I'm not treading on anyone's toes by adding to this thread, but just to let you all know that I am currently writing another Syndicate book. It will be the start of Volume 2 of The Syndicate Series and sees Matt and Rambo now a full decade older. At the moment, I'm looking at a late 2016 publication date. For those wanting paperbacks of the original series there is a postage free deal on all books for this Christmas. Check out www.carpbooks.co.uk for details. Hope that's okay. Cheers Quote
snoozer Posted November 25, 2015 Report Posted November 25, 2015 By coincidence, I downloaded book one for my Kindle half an hour before reading this thread. Kindle is the only way - especially when fishing Nice one that's where i was going to have a look for em Quote
Mark Cunnington Posted July 23, 2016 Report Posted July 23, 2016 (edited) Hi All Hope it's okay for this heads up but my new Syndicate book, the first for six years, called, Black Mirror Cult, is now available to pre order at www.carpbooks.co.uk Check out my Mark Cunnington Facebook page for even more info. Cheers Mark Edited July 23, 2016 by Mark Cunnington Quote
Carpbell_ll Posted March 13, 2017 Report Posted March 13, 2017 Just got a copy of the first book, read it before when it was serialised in CW, looking forward to reading the rest of the series. Quote
bivvystreet Posted March 13, 2017 Report Posted March 13, 2017 have only heard good things regards these books Quote
Old school Posted July 17, 2019 Report Posted July 17, 2019 (edited) Just read the first one, number two on the way bought mine from Mark on Ebay where he will sign the book, proper funny read, cant wait to see what Rambo has been up to! Gets a 10 out of 10 from me Edited July 17, 2019 by Old school Quote
elmoputney Posted September 4, 2019 Report Posted September 4, 2019 I've just read the first one it was a great read,very enjoyable Quote
Old school Posted September 4, 2019 Report Posted September 4, 2019 on my 4th now elmo great little read, are you going to get some more? Quote
elmoputney Posted September 4, 2019 Report Posted September 4, 2019 11 minutes ago, Old school said: on my 4th now elmo great little read, are you going to get some more? Definately will do,I can't wait to see what Rambo is doing next have you read bivvy tramps if you like these you will love those also Quote
Old school Posted September 4, 2019 Report Posted September 4, 2019 not yet mate their on my radar, need to get through these first think there are 7 in the series then series 2 lol elmoputney 1 Quote
framey Posted October 8, 2019 Report Posted October 8, 2019 Bivvy tramps are a good read as well got the syndicate series in book form and on my kindle so I can read them anywhere keith jenkins books are a good read as well The myth and the keeper also Phil escott illusions of maya but that is a deep read as it goes past present and future all in the same book I found it better than all the others Quote
elmoputney Posted October 18, 2019 Report Posted October 18, 2019 I am on the 3rd one now I got sad for a bit at the start 😀 Quote
Golden Paws Posted April 30, 2022 Report Posted April 30, 2022 I bought all the first 7 about 3 months ago and have nearly finished them and can't recommend them enough. Plenty of good fishing stories with the authors spin on topical subjects that inject a real sense of humour. I don't think that wokeism is coming to the Cunnington household any time soon! The only problem is that to get my Matt and Rambo fix, I'm going to have to buy the sequel book The Black Mirror Cult as well. elmoputney 1 Quote
Golden Paws Posted August 18, 2022 Report Posted August 18, 2022 http://www.carpbooks.co.uk/ I read The Black Mirror Cult and thoroughly enjoyed it. A bit different from the first series as it's more of a "who is it" rather than an out and out fishing yarn. The good news is that a new book is coming out soon, The Italians Job. I'll be getting it! elmoputney 1 Quote
Golden Paws Posted September 23, 2022 Report Posted September 23, 2022 Pre-order now! Publication date 5th November, 2022 The Italian's Job Six years have gone by since Matt, Rambo and Sylvester uncovered the truth concerning the BMC and with Rambo's son now fast approaching his sixteenth birthday, a special present is required to mark the occasion. The unlikely source who comes up with the answer to where Sylvester's treat will take place is none other than, Pup, the ex-boiliemeister. The four reunite in Italy and all goes well until an unfortunate event leaves our four friends with little option other than to resolve it. As Pup's dodgy business arrangements are laid bare, Matt, Rambo and Sylvester finally realise who they're dealing with - and it's their most dangerous adversary yet. £14.95 + £2.95 P&P Just ordered my copy. I started rereading all the books about a month ago and hope to finish them before it arrives. I had the Site bookmarked for about 2 years before I finally took the plunge and ordered the whole of the first set and the the Black Mirror Cult as I was finishing them. They are as good (if not better!) than other people say. Quote
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