Shatter Creek

Fresh from the scandal at Hampstead County PD, Detective Sergeant Casey Wray works a complex double-homicide that points to a killer on a murderous rampage and a shattering series of discoveries that could end her career ? The shocking sequel to the addictive, twisty, bestsellingBlack Reed Bay? 'An edge-of-your-seat, fast-paced thriller with a twisting, complex plot that makes it impossible to tell who the good guys are? a cracker!'Andrea Carter 'Complex, engrossing and atmospheric. An authentic and epic thriller that completely immerses you in its world' Nadine Matheson 'Terrific! Casey is as compelling a character as you'll find!' Trevor Wood _______ Hampstead County Police Department is embroiled in scandal after corruption at the top of the force was exposed. Cleared of involvement and returned to active duty, Detective Sergeant Casey Wray nonetheless finds herself at a crossroads when it becomes clear not everyone believes she's innocent. corruption Partnered with rookie Billy Drocker, Casey works a shocking daytime double-homicide in downtown Rockport with the two victims seemingly unknown to one another. And when a third victim is gunned down on her doorstep shortly after, it appears an abusive ex-boyfriend holds the key to the killings. Murder With powerful figures demanding answers, Casey and Billy search for the suspect, fearing he's on a murderous rampage. But when a key witness goes missing, and new evidence just won't fit, the case begins to unravel. Danger With her career in jeopardy, Casey makes a shattering discovery that threatens to expose the true darkness at the heart of the murders? with a killer still on the loose? For fans ofMare of Easttown,Tana French, Michael Connelly and James Lee Burke _______ 'Reminiscent of Dennis Lehane and early Scott Turow ? I love this author's meaty plots' Prima 'Bold, taut and gritty, this sophisticated thriller puts its protagonist and the reader through the wringer atevery twist ? masterclass!' Steph Broadribb 'Unpredictable and beautifully written' Michael Wood 'Starts off at breakneck speed and doesn't let up. Full of intrigue, action, twists and turns ? Casey Wray is fast becoming one of my favourite protagonists'Chris McDonald. 'A twisty, high-stakes, high-voltage murder mysteryTim Baker Praise for the Detective Casey Wray series: 'Urgent, thrilling and richly imagined. Without doubt his best yetChris Whitaker 'Reynolds captures the claustrophobic feel of a small town ? a tense slice of American noirVaseem Khan 'If you were hooked onMare of Easttown, this will be right up your streetNina Pottell,Prima 'Rod Reynolds makes the most of this desolate, windswept location ? thrillingly complexThe Times 'ElectrifyingCrime Monthly 'An awesome read. A turn of the screw in every chapterOscar de Muriel 'If you love Harlen Coben and Lee Child, you will love this ? cinematic, epic, you will forget to breatheMiranda Dickinson 'Compelling and stylish, with devious twists and a cleverly crafted ending G J Minnett **LONGLISTED for the CWA Steel Dagger for THRILLER of the YEAR**