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The Dirty South

Private Investigator Charlie Parker hunts evil in the eighteenth book in the globally bestselling series
By John Connolly
Series: Charlie Parker Thriller
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In The Dirty South by John Connolly, set in 1997, Detective Charlie Parker investigates the mysterious deaths of young women in a small Arkansas town. Battling local resistance and a web of dark secrets, Parker must unravel a series of gruesome events that intertwine with his own quest for justice and redemption. This gripping crime novel delves into themes of revenge, loss, and the struggle to do what is right amidst overwhelming adversity.
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This gripping crime thriller may appeal to you if you enjoy deep, atmospheric storytelling with a complex protagonist. Set against a vivid Southern backdrop, it delves into themes of justice and revenge, offering a suspenseful journey filled with intricate character development and thrilling twists. If you're drawn to dark, haunting mysteries that keep you on the edge of your seat, this book could be a great choice.

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The Dirty South

Unnerving. Unpredictable. Unforgettable: JOHN CONNOLLY IS THE MASTER OF THE SUPERNATURAL THRILLER.
Join Charlie Parker as he returns to the dark side for another chilling case.

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EVIL TAKES MANY FORMS. PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR CHARLIE PARKER HUNTS THEM ALL.

It is 1997, and a serial killer is on the loose in Burdon County, Arkansas. But no one wants to admit it, not in the Dirty South.

In an Arkansas jail cell sits a former NYPD detective, stricken by grief. Charlie Parker is mourning the death of his wife and child, and searching in vain for their killer. He cares only for his own lost family.

But that is about to change . . .

From the number one Sunday Times and multi-million-copy bestselling author John Connolly comes the most compelling and unsettling thriller yet - witness the making of Charlie Parker.

The Charlie Parker novels can be read and enjoyed in any order. The Dirty South is the eighteenth book in this globally bestselling series.

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John Connolly's The Dirty South is praised for its gripping narrative that blends a compelling mystery with a poignant exploration of grief. The book is renowned for its richly described characters and fast-moving, witty dialogue, delivering an intense and satisfying experience for crime enthusiasts. Critics highlight it as a brilliantly crafted entry in the Charlie Parker series, serving both as an essential read for long-time fans and a captivating introduction for newcomers.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529398335

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 April 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder & Stoughton

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 36.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 334g

Pages: 480

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Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction John Connolly Series: Charlie Parker Thriller

About the Author

John Connolly is author of the Charlie Parker mysteries, The Book of Lost Things, the Samuel Johnson novels for young adults and, with his partner, Jennifer Ridyard, co-author of the Chronicles of the Invaders. John Connolly's debut - EVERY DEAD THING - introduced the character of Private Investigator Charlie Parker, and swiftly launched him right into the front rank of thriller writers. All his subsequent novels have been Sunday Times bestsellers. He was the winner of the 2016 CWA Short Story Dagger for On the Anatomization of an Unknown Man (1637) by Frans Mier from NIGHT MUSIC: Nocturnes Vol 2.

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