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Dead at Daybreak

By Deon Meyer
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In the gripping crime thriller Dead at Daybreak by Deon Meyer, former police inspector Zatopek van Heerden is drawn back into the dangerous world of investigation. He's hired to solve a cold case involving a brutal murder and a missing will, but soon discovers that his own past is inextricably linked to the mystery. As he confronts his personal demons, the tension escalates, promising readers a suspenseful journey filled with intrigue.
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This gripping crime and thriller novel might appeal to you if you enjoy tales of suspense intertwined with mystery and complex characters. Set in South Africa, the narrative follows a former cop turned private investigator as he delves into a case that threatens to unearth his own troubled past. With its rich storytelling and intricate plot, you could find it both thrilling and deeply engaging.

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Dead at Daybreak

AWARD-WINNING CRIME FICTION WITH SOUTH AFRICAN SOUL

AWARD-WINNING CRIME FICTION WITH SOUTH AFRICAN SOUL

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An antiques dealer is burned with a blowtorch and executed with a single shot to the back of the head. The only clues at the scene are a scrap of paper and an unusual choice of gun.

Ex-cop Zatopek 'Zed' van Heerden has just seven days to solve the case—an almost impossible task made even harder when he discovers that, until a few years ago, there was no proof that the victim even existed...

Dead at Daybreak by Deon Meyer is a thrilling mystery that keeps readers on the edge of their seats as Zed races against the clock to uncover the truth.

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Deon Meyer brings to life the beauty and peril of modern Africa with stunning realism, according to the Sunday Telegraph. Dead at Daybreak is praised by the Big Issue as signalling the rise of a significant new writing talent. Irish Independent appreciates its engaging transformation of the private eye genre into a vibrant setting, noting Meyer's skill as a new talent. The Manchester Evening News highlights the novel's compelling protagonist and gripping narrative centred around past transgressions. Library Journal describes it as a winner due to its thrilling action and captivating psychological depth. Publishers Weekly and Booklist commend Meyer as a remarkable stylist whose tension-filled storytelling creates a narrative gem, while Eurocrime sees it as a densely woven crime thriller offering a double dose of suspense.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781444730722

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 August 2012

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Paperback

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 291g

Pages: 416

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Crime & Thriller Deon Meyer Fiction General Fiction

About the Author

Deon Meyer lives in Durbanville in South Africa with his wife and four children. Other than his family, Deon's big passions are motorcycling, music, reading, cooking and rugby. In January 2008 he retired from his day job as a consultant on brand strategy for BMW Motorrad, and is now a full time author. Deon Meyer's books have attracted worldwide critical acclaim and a growing international fanbase. Originally written in Afrikaans, they have now been translated into twenty-five languages.

THIRTEEN HOURS was shortlisted for the CWA International Dagger and won the Boeke Prize in South Africa - the first time in the prize's 16 year history that a South African book has won.

Visit the author's website at www.deonmeyer.com and follow him on Twitter @MeyerDeon

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