Wind Up Dead: the next gripping instalment in the action-packed gangland thriller series

In the next installment of the bestselling Manchester underworld series, Craig Malton returns to solve a murder and uncover a dark conspiracy.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 28 September 2023
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

In the thrilling and suspenseful continuation of the bestselling Manchester underworld series, Craig Malton returns to take center stage. With his unyielding determination and razor-sharp skills, Malton navigates the treacherous streets of Manchester, solving crimes for criminals and staying one step ahead of the law. However, when he is called to investigate a murder scene before the police can intervene, he senses that something is amiss. The victim, Zak Alquist, appears to have been killed in a way that doesn't quite add up.

As Malton delves deeper into the investigation, he discovers a dark conspiracy lurking beneath the surface of the city. Someone is trying to manipulate the facts and make it look like Zak's murder was a random act of violence, but Malton is not about to let them get away with it. With the help of his trusted allies, Malton sets out to uncover the truth and bring the culprits to justice.

Meanwhile, Lesha, a bereaved mother who has lost her son to murder years ago, becomes involved in the case. When a local boy goes missing, she feels the same pain and anguish that she experienced when her son was taken from her. But as she investigates the disappearance, she realizes that there is more to it than meets the eye. The missing boy's phone contains a photo of Zak Alquist, the murder victim, and Lesha begins to suspect that there is a connection between the two cases.

As Malton and Lesha work together to unravel the conspiracy, they face dangerous enemies and face impossible odds. They must navigate through a web of lies and deceit, using their wits and instincts to stay one step ahead of the criminals who are determined to silence them. But in the end, Malton and Lesha are able to uncover the rot at the heart of the city and cut it out before another life is taken.

The Manchester underworld series continues to captivate readers with its gritty and realistic portrayal of a world where the line between good and evil is blurred. Craig Malton is a complex and compelling character, and his journey through the series is filled with danger, suspense, and redemption. With each installment, the stakes are raised, and the reader is left on the edge of their seat, wondering what will happen next. If you are a fan of crime fiction, suspense, and gritty storytelling, then the Manchester underworld series is a must-read. Prepare to be transported to the dark and dangerous streets of Manchester and join Craig Malton on his quest for justice.

Weight: 256g
Dimension: 128 x 196 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781399713849