Dead Man's Creek: A darkly atmospheric, simmering crime thriller spanning generations

In the small town of Dead Man's Creek, a young detective named Nell Buchanan investigates a decades-old murder case, which uncovers secrets that have been hidden for decades. As more bodies are found, Nell realizes that finding the truth could be more difficult and dangerous than she ever expected.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 496 pages
Publication date: 20 July 2023
Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

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Young detective Nell Buchanan embarks on a thrilling journey to uncover a deadly, decades-old mystery at the heart of her rural hometown in this captivating thriller from award-winning author Chris Hammer. The story unfolds as Nell returns to her hometown, reluctantly assigned to investigate a decades-old murder case that seems like a mere file to forget. However, things take a sinister turn when her arrival sparks an unwelcome and threatening response from the tight-knit community. As more bodies are discovered, Nell realizes that this is no ordinary cold case. She begins to question the people closest to her, suspecting that they may be hiding secrets that could put her life in danger. As Nell delves deeper into the past, she uncovers a web of lies and deceit that threatens to destroy everything she holds dear. With danger lurking around every corner, Nell must navigate through a maze of treachery and betrayal to uncover the truth. Dead Man's Creek is a masterful multi-layered thriller that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page. Chris Hammer's writing is praised for its gripping and atmospheric nature, and his ability to create complex characters and intricate plots. This novel is a testament to his talent as a storyteller and is sure to leave a lasting impression on anyone who reads it.

Weight: 346g
Dimension: 128 x 197 x 35 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781472295682