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Claire Askew

The Dead Don't Speak: a completely gripping crime thriller guaranteed to keep you up all night

The Dead Don't Speak: a completely gripping crime thriller guaranteed to keep you up all night

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The brilliant new novel from Claire Askew, "The City That No Longer Sleeps" is a gripping crime thriller that will keep you up all night. DI Helen Birch is in the path of danger as she tries to crack the case of an anonymous vigilante stalking the streets of Edinburgh. With no clues to his identity and no trace of his whereabouts, the police are at a loss.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 22 February 2024
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton


The captivating new novel from acclaimed writer and rising star Claire Askew is a thrilling tale of suspense and intrigue. Set in the bustling city of Edinburgh, the story follows an anonymous vigilante who stalks the streets, leaving a trail of chaos and fear in his wake. The police are desperate to find the culprit, but their investigation yields no clues, and they are left scratching their heads.

Meanwhile, Detective Inspector Helen Birch is drawn into the case despite being warned to stay away. She is a determined and fearless officer who has never shied away from danger. When her colleague Amy comes to her for help, Helen cannot resist the urge to get involved. As she delves deeper into the case, her life becomes increasingly threatened, and she finds herself in the crosshairs of a dangerous criminal.

With the clock ticking, Helen must use all of her skills and resources to crack the case before it breaks her. She navigates through a web of lies and deceit, encountering a cast of characters that include a shady businessman, a mysterious woman, and a ruthless gangster. As the stakes rise, Helen must confront her own demons and make difficult choices that could have far-reaching consequences.

"City That's No Longer Safe" is a gripping crime thriller that will keep readers up all night. Claire Askew's writing is masterful, with intricate plotlines and well-developed characters that will leave you eagerly turning the pages. The novel explores themes of power, corruption, and the lengths that people will go to in order to protect their secrets.

Praise for Claire Askew's work has been pouring in from critics and readers alike. "Thought-provoking" (Mail on Sunday), "A crackerjack read" (Val McDermid), "Meticulous and compelling" (Ian Rankin), "Thoughtful and well-written" (Guardian), and "Compellingly written" (Daily Mail) are just a few of the accolades that have been bestowed upon her.

In conclusion, "City That's No Longer Safe" is a must-read for fans of crime fiction and suspense. Claire Askew's exceptional writing and gripping storyline will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. Don't miss out on this thrilling and thought-provoking novel.

Weight: 278g
Dimension: 198 x 128 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529348347

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