Dust Off the Bones

The Chain is a novel by Adrian McKinty that follows Tommy McBride, who flees into the Australian outback after a freak accident, and is haunted by the state-sanctioned massacre of the Kurrong people he witnessed as a child. Inspector Noone is on his trail, and Billy needs to find Tommy to protect his successful life.

Format: Hardback
Length: 416 pages
Publication date: 26 August 2021
Publisher: Pushkin Press

In the vast expanse of the Australian outback, where the echoes of the past seem to linger forever, the shadow of death relentlessly pursues Tommy McBride. Five years ago, his family was tragically slain, leaving him haunted by the memories of their tragic demise. However, his troubles worsen when a freak accident forces him to flee into the rugged wilderness, carrying the weight of a lifeless companion in his wake. Yet, the horrors that plague Tommy go beyond the present, for as a child, he and his brother Billy bore witness to the state-sanctioned massacre of the Kurrong people. Separated by years and the unforgiving wilderness, Billy has built a successful life for himself, desperately longing to reunite with his long-lost sibling. However, his newfound happiness is threatened when an official enquiry is launched into the massacre, casting a shadow over his life. Inspector Noone, a man with a mysterious past and a vested interest in hiding the truth, is also hot on Tommy's trail, determined to unravel the secrets that he holds. As Tommy navigates through the treacherous terrain and confronts the demons of his past, he realizes that he is not alone in his quest. The outback is a place where secrets are buried deep, and where the line between good and evil becomes blurred. In this gripping tale of survival, loyalty, and redemption, Adrian McKinty weaves a intricate web of suspense and intrigue, taking readers on a thrilling journey through the rugged landscapes of Australia. With his masterful storytelling and vivid prose, McKinty once again proves why he is a master of the crime genre, delivering a novel that is both compelling and unforgettable.

Weight: 572g
Dimension: 145 x 223 x 44 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781911590538