The Silent Man: The brand new crime thriller from the acclaimed author of The Art of Death

A father is murdered, and his child is left alive and unharmed. Met Police detectives Grace Archer and Harry Quinn are on the case, and they must find the connection between the seemingly random victims before another child is made an orphan.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 416 pages
Publication date: 29 February 2024
Publisher: Bonnier Books Ltd

A father is brutally murdered in the dead of night in his London home, his head tightly wrapped in tape, a crude, sad face penned over his facial features. However, miraculously, the victim's only child survives the ordeal unharmed. Met Police detectives Grace Archer and Harry Quinn face a pressing dilemma. Notorious gangster Frankie White has targeted Archer, and he will stop at nothing to harm her.

Just when things seem to escalate, a second family is brutally murdered, leaving young Uma Whitmore as the sole survivor. Once again, the victim's face is wrapped and inked, adding to the mystery and urgency of the case. With a serial killer on the loose, DI Archer and DS Quinn must stay alive long enough to uncover the connection between these seemingly random victims. The clock is ticking, and another child's life hangs in the balance. Can they unravel the mystery before it's too late?

The investigation takes them through the dark underbelly of London, where they encounter various suspects and face dangerous challenges. As they delve deeper into the case, they discover a web of lies and deceit that stretches far beyond their expectations. They must navigate through a maze of red herrings and false leads, using their skills and intuition to piece together the truth.

In the end, Archer and Quinn are able to identify the serial killer and bring him to justice. The victims' families receive closure, and the community is safer. However, the detectives know that the scars of the tragedy will linger for years to come. They are haunted by the memories of the victims and the sense of failure that comes with not being able to save every child.

The case of the serial killer who targeted families in London serves as a reminder of the darkness that can exist within even the most civilized societies. It highlights the importance of law enforcement agencies working together to catch criminals and protect the public. It also reminds us of the resilience and strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity.

Weight: 306g
Dimension: 197 x 128 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781804181775