Dead Fall Lake

Deep in the Australian wilderness, a famed sinkhole renowned as a stunning freediving spot attracts people from all over the world. But there's a dark, puzzling mystery when a local sports hero — and the glamorous face of a high-adrenaline video channel — is found dead far beneath the surface.

Despite diving the sinkhole hundreds of times, his lifeless body is discovered dressed in normal clothes, handcuffed to a supply line. With no witnesses — and evidence submerged 30 metres underwater — how can Detective Dana Russo unravel such a shocking case?

A taut, beautifully observed slow-burner with an explosive finish — Peter May

Original, compelling and highly recommended — Chris Hammer

Gripping — The Guardian

A fascinating case — Sunday Times

It draws you in — and rewards with a truly powerful ending — Heat

This slow-burn novel catches light — The Sun

The story takes place over less than 48 hours but the pace is slow-burn, relying on considerable psychological depth...the denouement hits like a knockout punch — Weekend Australian

A dark and compulsive read — Woman & Home