Description
Discover a gripping read with this BRAND NEW crime thriller, acclaimed for winning the 2019 CWA Dagger New Blood Award for Best First Crime Novel. Set in a desolate country town grappling with relentless drought, this taut narrative begins with a shocking event: a dedicated, charismatic young priest opens fire on his congregation, resulting in tragedy and chaos. The chilling aftermath leaves the town and its residents shattered.
Fast forward a year, enter Martin Scarsden, a journalist whose investigative instincts are put to the test as he uncovers unsettling truths surrounding the incident. With 496 breathtaking pages, this page-turner dives deep into Riversend's dark history and the complexities beneath its surface. As he delves into untold accounts from locals, Martin finds that the accepted media narrative may not reflect the harrowing reality. This thriller not only hooks readers with its suspenseful twists but also challenges readers to confront the nature of truth and human frailty.
The stakes escalate when a shocking new event thrusts Martin back into the spotlight, forcing him to confront his personal motivations while resisting powerful forces determined to bury the town's secrets. This is more than just a book; it’s a compulsive thriller that stays with you long after the final page is turned. Perfect for fans of psychological thrillers and crime fiction, this is a must-have for your reading collection. Order now and experience the tension and intrigue.
Delivery Information: Enjoy fast, reliable shipping straight to your door. Our commitment ensures your order reaches you safely and quickly, so you can start reading without delay!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760875527
Year: 2019
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Pages: 496
Description:
Winner of the 2019 CWA Dagger New Blood Award for Best First Crime Novel
In an isolated country town brought to its knees by endless drought, a charismatic and dedicated young priest calmly opens fire on his congregation, killing five parishioners before being shot dead himself.
A year later, troubled journalist Martin Scarsden arrives in Riversend to write a feature on the anniversary of the tragedy. But the stories he hears from the locals about the priest and incidents leading up to the shooting don't fit with the accepted version of events his own newspaper reported in an award-winning investigation. Martin can't ignore his doubts, nor the urgings of some locals to unearth the real reason behind the priest's deadly rampage.
Just as Martin believes he is making headway, a shocking new development rocks the town, which becomes the biggest story in Australia. The media descends on Riversend and Martin is now the one in the spotlight. His reasons for investigating the shooting have suddenly become very personal.
Wrestling with his own demons, Martin finds himself risking everything to discover a truth that becomes darker and more complex with every twist. But there are powerful forces determined to stop him, and he has no idea how far they will go to make sure the town's secrets stay buried.
A compulsive thriller that will haunt you long after you have turned the final page.
Fast forward a year, enter Martin Scarsden, a journalist whose investigative instincts are put to the test as he uncovers unsettling truths surrounding the incident. With 496 breathtaking pages, this page-turner dives deep into Riversend's dark history and the complexities beneath its surface. As he delves into untold accounts from locals, Martin finds that the accepted media narrative may not reflect the harrowing reality. This thriller not only hooks readers with its suspenseful twists but also challenges readers to confront the nature of truth and human frailty.
The stakes escalate when a shocking new event thrusts Martin back into the spotlight, forcing him to confront his personal motivations while resisting powerful forces determined to bury the town's secrets. This is more than just a book; it’s a compulsive thriller that stays with you long after the final page is turned. Perfect for fans of psychological thrillers and crime fiction, this is a must-have for your reading collection. Order now and experience the tension and intrigue.
Delivery Information: Enjoy fast, reliable shipping straight to your door. Our commitment ensures your order reaches you safely and quickly, so you can start reading without delay!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760875527
Year: 2019
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Pages: 496
Description:
Winner of the 2019 CWA Dagger New Blood Award for Best First Crime Novel
In an isolated country town brought to its knees by endless drought, a charismatic and dedicated young priest calmly opens fire on his congregation, killing five parishioners before being shot dead himself.
A year later, troubled journalist Martin Scarsden arrives in Riversend to write a feature on the anniversary of the tragedy. But the stories he hears from the locals about the priest and incidents leading up to the shooting don't fit with the accepted version of events his own newspaper reported in an award-winning investigation. Martin can't ignore his doubts, nor the urgings of some locals to unearth the real reason behind the priest's deadly rampage.
Just as Martin believes he is making headway, a shocking new development rocks the town, which becomes the biggest story in Australia. The media descends on Riversend and Martin is now the one in the spotlight. His reasons for investigating the shooting have suddenly become very personal.
Wrestling with his own demons, Martin finds himself risking everything to discover a truth that becomes darker and more complex with every twist. But there are powerful forces determined to stop him, and he has no idea how far they will go to make sure the town's secrets stay buried.
A compulsive thriller that will haunt you long after you have turned the final page.