Dust Off the Bones
Dust Off the Bones by Paul Howarth is a compelling sequel published by Pushkin Press, Limited in August 2021. This 416-page novel continues the story of Tommy McBride, who, five years after the murder of his family, finds himself fleeing into the Australian outback following a freak accident. As he navigates the wilderness, Tommy is haunted by the traumatic memories of witnessing the state-sanctioned massacre of the Kurrong people alongside his brother, Billy, from whom he has been separated.
In this edition, readers will encounter a gripping narrative that explores themes of memory and the inescapable nature of the past. As an official inquiry into the massacre unfolds, Billy’s stable life is jeopardized, prompting him to search for Tommy, who has vanished into the bush. The tension escalates with the introduction of Inspector Noone, a relentless figure pursuing Tommy for reasons of his own. This novel delves into the complexities of familial bonds and the haunting consequences of history, making it a significant addition to the genre of fiction.
Official synopsis Publisher
‘A terrific sequel to one of my favourite novels of the last few years. Highly recommended’ Adrian McKinty, author of The Chain
The astounding sequel to Only Killers and Thieves: Even in the vast outback, the past can’t stay buried for ever
Death follows Tommy McBride everywhere. Five years ago his family was murdered, now a freak accident sends him fleeing into the wilderness of the Australian outback with a man lying dead in his wake. But Tommy is haunted by even worse – as children, he and his brother Billy witnessed the state-sanctioned massacre of the Kurrong people, and they haven’t seen each other since.
When an official enquiry is launched into the massacre, the successful life that Billy has built for himself comes under threat. He desperately needs to find Tommy, long disappeared into the bush. And he’s not the only one – ruthless Inspector Noone, the man with perhaps the most to hide, is on Tommy’s trail as well.
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