The Dead Don’t Speak
The Dead Don’t Speak by Claire Askew is a 400-page novel published by Hodder & Stoughton on June 8, 2023. This work presents a gripping narrative set in Edinburgh, where an anonymous vigilante is terrorizing the city. As the police struggle to identify the perpetrator, Detective Inspector Helen Birch finds herself drawn into the case despite being instructed to stay away, leading her into a dangerous confrontation.
Readers will encounter a suspenseful police procedural that delves into themes of crime and the complexities of justice. As DI Birch navigates the challenges of the investigation, she faces escalating risks that test her resolve and skills. This edition offers an engaging exploration of the dynamics between law enforcement and vigilantism, appealing to fans of thrillers and mysteries.
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‘Compelling’ IAN RANKIN
‘Stunning’ SUNDAY TIMES
The brilliant new novel from award-winning writer and rising star Claire Askew.
A city that’s no longer safe…
An anonymous vigilante stalks the streets of Edinburgh. As his behaviour escalates, the police are at a loss – they can find no clues to his identity, and no trace of his whereabouts.
A detective in the path of danger…
DI Helen Birch has been told to stay away from the case – but she’s never been one to play by the rules. When her colleague Amy comes to her asking for help, DI Birch finds it impossible to resist the challenge – and soon, her life is on the line.
Will she crack the case before it breaks her? Or has she finally met her match?
A gripping crime thriller for fans of Susie Steiner, Elly Griffiths and Val McDermid – guaranteed to keep you up all night…
PRAISE FOR CLAIRE ASKEW:
‘Thought-provoking’ Mail on Sunday
‘A crackerjack read’ Val McDermid
‘Meticulous and compelling’ Ian Rankin
‘Thoughtful and well-written’ Guardian
‘Compellingly written’ Daily Mail
‘Stunning’ Erin Kelly
‘Absorbing and thought-provoking’ The Times
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