"Sentinels of the Wear" was given great acclaim by reviewers in the press. This is what some of them said:
"..... thoroughly researched ..... a genuine history ..... some really cracking tales ..... beautifully produced ..... to be heartily recommended."
[Sunderland Echo]
"The word excellent has been used before in these reviews ..... it can safely be used about this .... history."
[The Police History Society Newsletter]
"..... a fascinating glimpse into the lives and work of the River Wear Watch."
[The Journal]
"....... a forgotten piece of the North East's maritime legacy."
[Shields Gazette]
"Once I started reading this book, I could not put it down. I can but highly recommend it to you for your enjoyment."
[North Eastern Police History Society Journal]
"..... illustrated with a superb collection with black & white photographs, most previously unpublished. ..... easy to read and highly recommended."
[Fairplay - The International Shipping Weekly]
"..... the definitive history of the coppers who have guarded the Wear."
[Evening Chronicle]
SENTINELS of the WEAR
THE RIVER WEAR WATCH
A History of Sunderland's River Police and Fireboats