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DS Walker, Book 1

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By: Patricia Wolf
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The Number 1 Internationally Bestselling Ebook, perfect for fans of The Dry by Jane Harper.

TWO MISSING BACKPACKERS. ONE VAST OUTBACK.

DS Lucas Walker is on leave in his hometown, Caloodie, taking care of his dying grandmother. When two young German backpackers, Berndt and Rita, vanish from the area, he finds himself unofficially on the case.

But why all the interest from the Federal Police when they have probably just ditched the heat and dust of the outback for the coast? Working in the organised crime unit has opened Walker's eyes to the growing drug trade in Australia's remote interior - and he becomes convinced there is more at play.

As the number of days since the couple's disappearance climbs, Walker is joined by Rita's older sister. A detective herself with Berlin CID, she has flown to Australia - desperate to find her sister.

Their search becomes ever more urgent as temperatures soar. Even if Walker does find the young couple, will it be too late?

This deeply atmospheric thriller is the gripping opening of a new crime series for fans of Cara Hunter and Chris Whitaker.

Shortlisted for the CWA New Blood Dagger Award 2023.©2022 Patricia Wolf (P)2022 Bonnier Books UK Crime Thrillers Fiction Mystery Police Procedural Psychological Suspense Thriller Thriller & Suspense Crime Exciting
Engaging Storyline • Surprising Plots • Compelling Characters • Excellent Suspense • Vivid Outback Descriptions
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Found this book while looking for writers like Jane Harper and it is a great find. Story, characters, atmosphere and narration are all quite good. Held my attention all the way through and I will definitely get the next book in series.

Great Find

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Surprising plots and sub plots everywhere with action and suspense always building so much so I didn’t realise it ended?

Outback delights

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I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I have been to Australia, and that gave an extra bonus because I could relate to the setting. I like the main character and I look forward to reading more about Lucas Walker.

An enjoyable read

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It was excellent. Well written and a nice change from the usual testosterone fueled male protagonist

Atmospheric and believable.

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Really enjoyed this book and I am going to download the next book in this series!!

Great listen

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Compelling characters and a page turner! It ended quickly so want to find out what happens next - glad there is another book!

Good story!

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a good story but long. Jane Harper is a better writer. The story just seemed to ho on and on with a very unsatisfactory ending

very long and wordy

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Great view of life, love and crime in the scorching Outback country. Excellent character development and storyline. My new favorite author!

Crime in an oven!

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I’m glad I took a chance on this! Looking forward to reading more DS Walker!

Great Beginning to a new Series

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Captivating from start to finish! The end had me hanging on the edge of my seat. Can’t wait to read the next one!

Captivating

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