Author:Paul Carson
The compelling new novel from the No.1 Irish bestselling author of Betrayal. Perfect for fans of Kathy Reichs, M R Hall and Benjamin Black.
Dr Mike Wilson is a pathologist with a troubled past and a naturally suspicious mind. As the new Dublin city coroner, he is used to investigating violent, unusual or unexplained deaths. But one case worries Mike. A lot.
Patrick Dowling was found hanging in woodland late the previous year. The investigation ended the moment the autopsy result was announced. Suicide. Dowling had been a drug addict with poor life expectancy. Case closed. Then Mike discovers that Dowling’s file was on a previous coroner’s desk. A man who was shot dead by an unknown gunman. Coincidence? Mike doesn’t think so.
But as Mike digs deeper, his life comes under threat. Then he and his family are attacked.
Just how far is he prepared to go to uncover the truth?
Brilliant! P.D. Viner's writing is audacious, clever and bold. I think he'll go far
—— Sophie HannahAn exciting thriller that is also deeply moving. A hugely impressive debut
—— Mark BillinghamGenuinely intriguing
—— Laura Wilson , The GuardianAn entertaining thriller, but also a moving examination of loss, memory and morality
—— Sunday MirrorTHE LAST WINTER OF DANI LANCING marks the debut of a major new voice in crime fiction. P.D. Viner has crafted a deeply textured psychological thriller that reveals, layer by tragic layer, the damage wrought by a single act of homicide. A remarkably assured debut and a thrilling read. Look forward to more
—— Michael HarveyInventive, clever, and beautifully written. This novel of a single crime's ripple effects on the survivors is told with ingenious plotting and rich, true characters. A bold and impressive debut
—— Ace Atkins , New York Times Bestselling author of The Broken Placesa chilly, emotionally charged page-turner... will hook readers with its intensity and puzzlelike plot
—— Kirkus... an extremely deep and involved plot that jumps from character to character and keeps them on their toes at all times ... the solid writing from this new author will keep their target reader more than intrigued
—— Suspense MagazineA wonderful story, a superb debut... Whatever you do stick with it, this is a remarkable book and deserves to be read.
—— Miles Orchard , milorambles.co.uka superb & accomplished debut, beautifully written & with a heart of sadness ... Loved it! ... Great debut
—— Stav SherezAn international literary phenomenon - and it's easy to see why. His novels are gripping, authentic, haunting and lyrical
—— HARLAN COBENNesbo is a clever writer and plotter. Over the years he has built a brilliant cast of supporting characters to orbit Hole and now it is their time to shine… Yet again, Nesbo has succeeded in producing a multi-layered and intertwining story that makes your head spin, while delivering a masterclass in suspenseful writing
—— Michelle Davies , Sunday ExpressPoliceman Harry Hole is flawed, but all the more perfect because of it… Nesbo keeps everything hanging in the balance, just the way his fans like it
—— UK Regional Press SyndicationPolice is a story replete with gory events, dark musings and a little social commentary
—— Sunday Business PostScandi-noir fans will be delighted
—— Daily ExpressComplicated, fast-moving… A skillfully put-together thriller
—— Independent on Sunday