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A Whisper of Sorrows
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The hunter has become the hunted. Ten years ago, DCI Jack Logan caught the twisted child killer known as Mister Whisper. Two days ago, Mister Whisper escaped. Now, Jack must track down the most ruthless enemy he has ever faced before he can strike again. But,...
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Description
The hunter has become the hunted.
Ten years ago, DCI Jack Logan caught the twisted child killer known as Mister Whisper.
Two days ago, Mister Whisper escaped.
Now, Jack must track down the most ruthless enemy he has ever faced before he can strike again. But, after ten years behind bars, it isn't just murder that Mister Whisper has in mind.
It's revenge.
A dark edge-of-your-seat Scottish crime thriller perfect for fans of Marion Todd, L.J. Ross and Val McDermid.
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Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781804368206
Publisher: Canelo
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 08 August 2024
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Canelo Crime
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 20.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 368
About the Author
JD Kirk lives in the north of Scotland with his wife, two children, and a number of sturdy umbrellas. He loves the Highlands, crime thrillers, and cats.
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