The Seventh Victim

In 1990, seven-year-old Danny Redpath disappeared from his home and four months later, his body was found in the nearby forest. Twenty-five years later, Zachery Marshall's mother Diane is still searching for his body. When Jonathan Egan-Walsh dies in custody, he leaves a letter in his cell, admitting he was guilty of all the crimes of which he was accused, except the murder of her son.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 416 pages
Publication date: 08 June 2023
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

From the acclaimed author of the DCI Matilda Darke series comes a standalone thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page.

"Dark, twisting, and captivating, this novel is the epitome of the just-one-more-page thriller. Will Carver's writing is masterful, and I couldn't put it down once I started. The tragedy of loss and deception unfolds with a gripping intensity that will leave you breathless. Alex Marwood, author of The Island of Lost Girls, praises Wood's work, stating, "Wood gets better with every book. I couldn't let go of this tragedy of loss and deception from the moment I picked it up."

On a cold February afternoon in 1990, seven-year-old Danny Redpath disappeared from his home. Four months later, his body was found in the nearby forest, wrapped in a sheet and washed clean of all evidence. Apprehended while attempting to abduct another child, Jonathan Egan-Walsh was charged with the murders of more than a dozen boys. Convicted on all counts, he received life in prison and went unrepentant, still refusing to reveal the whereabouts of one of his victims, Zachery Marshall.

Twenty-five years later, Zachery's mother, Diane, is still searching for his body. When Jonathan dies in custody, she realizes she will never know the location of his body – until she receives a letter he left in his cell, in which he admits he was guilty of all the crimes of which he was accused, except the murder of her son.

"A twisty, gripping read takes us inside the mind of a perverted serial killer. It pulls no punches, and the final scenes come as a real shock. David Young praises the novel, stating, "It's a twisty, gripping read that takes us inside the mind of a perverted serial killer. It pulls no punches, and the final scenes come as a real shock."

"Immersive and darkly devious with sly twists and a compelling protagonist, Neil Broadfoot praises the novel, stating, "If you like your crime books intense, character-driven, and with regular punches to the gut, this is for you. Louise Swanson, a reader, expresses her love for The Seventh Victim, stating, "You can't go wrong with a Michael Wood book. His Matilda Darke series is superb, and so is this his first standalone novel. Dark is a must-read for fans of crime fiction who appreciate intense, character-driven stories with unexpected twists."

In conclusion, if you're looking for a standalone thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page, then "Dark" by Michael Wood is a must-read. With its gripping plot, compelling characters, and masterful writing, this novel is sure to leave you breathless and craving for more. Don't miss out on this thrilling and unforgettable journey into the darkness."

Weight: 276g
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008618544