Dark Room

DI Andrew Hicks is focused on the ex-boyfriend when a young woman's body is found brutally beaten, but more bodies start appearing, all beaten beyond recognition, and there is no connection between any of the victims. To survive, Hicks must face a serial killer with no discernible motive and the hidden darkness of his own past.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 18 July 2019
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

DI Andrew Hicks, a seasoned detective, believes in the power of logic when it comes to solving murders. When a young woman's brutally beaten body is discovered, his initial instincts lead him to focus on her ex-boyfriend as the prime suspect. However, as more lifeless bodies pile up, each with severe injuries beyond recognition, it becomes evident that there is no connection between these victims. This killer is unlike any other, driven by a twisted desire for chaos. Hicks must not only confront a serial murderer with an elusive motive, but also confront the dark secrets of his own past.

The investigation takes an unexpected turn when Hicks receives a cryptic message from an unknown source, hinting at a deeper connection between the victims. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of lies and deceit that spans decades. The killer's identity remains a mystery, but Hicks is determined to unravel the truth before more lives are lost.

In the midst of the chaos, Hicks must also confront his own demons. He has been haunted by the memory of a tragic incident from his past that he has tried to bury for years. As he digs deeper into the case, he realizes that the killer may be using his own past against him, setting him up as the prime suspect.

With time running out, Hicks must use all his skills and resources to catch the killer before he strikes again. He must navigate through a maze of lies and deceit, and confront the darkness within himself to bring the perpetrator to justice.

In the end, Hicks emerges victorious, having solved the case and brought closure to the families of the victims. He learns that sometimes, the most unexpected revelations can lead to the greatest breakthroughs in solving a murder. The case serves as a reminder that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope for justice to be served.

Weight: 258g
Dimension: 196 x 141 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781409188889