Nighthawking: The new must-read thriller from the bestselling author of Firewatching

The gripping follow-up to the bestselling Firewatching is a crime novel that explores the secretive world of nighthawkers, treasure-hunters who operate under cover of darkness and are willing to kill to keep what they find. DS Adam Tyler and his team have many questions to answer as they investigate the murder of a young woman who has been buried in a quiet corner of Sheffield's Botanical Gardens for months.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 448 pages
Publication date: 11 November 2021
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd

The captivating sequel to the bestselling Firewatching is a thrilling and suspenseful crime novel that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Comparable to the best of Michael Connelly's Bosch books and James Lee Burke's Robicheaux novels, and, of course, Ian Rankin, this book offers a unique blend of mystery, intrigue, and action.

Set in the picturesque Sheffields Botanical Gardens, the story begins with the discovery of a young woman's body buried in a quiet corner. Police quickly realize that she has been there for months, and if not for the mysterious night visitor who dug her up, she would have remained undiscovered for years.

DS Adam Tyler and his team are tasked with unraveling the mystery surrounding the victim's identity, her killer, and the person who dug her up. As Tyler's investigation deepens, he finds himself drawn into the secretive world of nighthawkers, treasure-hunters who operate under the cover of darkness, seeking lost and valuable treasures.

What follows is a thrilling chase through the dark streets of Sheffield, as Tyler and his team confront dangerous criminals, uncover hidden secrets, and navigate the treacherous waters of the criminal underworld. With its fast-paced plot, well-developed characters, and atmospheric setting, Nighthawking is a must-read for fans of crime fiction.

Praise for Russ Thomas:

"I've got a new man in my life. His name is Adam Tyler. Yorkshireman. Enjoys cold drinks and colder cases. Hangs out in exceptional debut novels and exceptionaller sequels. Firewatching and Nighthawking are comparable with the best of Michael Connelly's Bosch books and James Lee Burke's Robicheaux novels, and – naturally – Ian Rankin; but there's an elegiac quality here that reminds me of Kate Atkinson's Jackson Brodie titles and the Dublin Murder Squad novels by Tana French."

"I loved it! Nighthawking turns Sheffield into a dark and terrifying underworld, and the plot is wonderfully fresh and original. Kate Rhodes: "Superb. Every part of Nighthawking is so well woven together. The end dragged me around and spat me out a broken man. Highly recommended."

"James: "Every part of Nighthawking is so well woven together. The end dragged me around and spat me out a broken man. Highly recommended."

In conclusion, Nighthawking is a thrilling and suspenseful crime novel that will keep you guessing until the very end. With its compelling characters, fast-paced plot, and atmospheric setting, it is a must-read for fans of crime fiction. Don't miss out on this exciting sequel to Firewatching!

Weight: 316g
Dimension: 130 x 197 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781471181436