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The Hacker

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The Hacker by Daniel Scanlan is a gripping crime and thriller novel that delves into the world of cybercrime. It follows a young yet enigmatic hacker who finds themselves embroiled in a dangerous game of cat and mouse with law enforcement. As they navigate the perilous terrain of digital espionage, a series of twists and turns keeps readers on edge, questioning the line between good and evil in the cyber age.
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You might enjoy this crime and thriller tale if you are fascinated by the interplay of technology and criminal intrigue. It offers a suspenseful journey into the world of cybercrime, combining elements of mystery and high-stakes action, perfect for those who love gripping narratives with a modern twist.

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First in a techno thriller series from cybercrime specialist, Daniel Scanlan, featuring FBI Special Agent Ericka Blackwood.

First in a techno thriller series from cybercrime specialist, Daniel Scanlan, featuring FBI Special Agent Ericka Blackwood.

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The Ericka Blackwood Files pack a serious punch. Dark and gripping, and brimming with authentic technologies that power our modern world – as well as the vulnerabilities that threaten it. Daniel Suarez

FBI Special Agent Ericka Blackwood chases a deadly online predator in a high-stakes hunt for the truth. Perfect for fans of Thomas Harris and Stieg Larsson.

He's online. He's anonymous. He's deadly.

When a video surfaces on the Dark Web showing a murder no one else could have witnessed, FBI Special Agent Ericka Blackwood starts tracking down the killer. But the case is even darker than Ericka thought. Hidden behind an avatar named Dantalion, a criminal mastermind is feeding his sadistic appetites by directing the crimes of others – and he may have been orchestrating his twisted schemes for years.

As Ericka homes in on her target, the tables are suddenly turned. Dantalion has information that will help Ericka fulfil a deeply personal quest for revenge... but only if she risks her career, her life, and the fate of Dantalion's future victims. Does vengeance come at too high a price?

Reviews for The Hacker

'Frighteningly plausible... a thrilling rollercoaster of twists and turns.' Boyd Morrison

'One of the most engaging and intelligent thrillers of the year.' Kashif Hussein, Best Thriller Books

'Dark, brutal, scary – yet absolutely riveting.' Samantha Brick

'Creates an atmosphere of high-tech terror... A modern, thrilling novel.' Promoting Crime Fiction

Series: The Ericka Blackwood Files

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  • The Hacker
    The Ericka Blackwood Files pack a serious punch. Dark and gripping, and brimming with authentic technologies that power our modern world – as well as the vulnerabilities that threaten it. Daniel Suarez FBI Special Agent Ericka Blackwood chases a deadly online predator in a high-stakes hunt for the truth. Perfect for fans of Thomas Harris and Stieg Larsson. He's online....
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    The Exploit packs a serious punch. Brimming with authentic technologies that power our modern world – as well as the vulnerabilities that threaten it. A dark and gripping tale that we all hope remains fiction! Daniel Suarez OUT NOW IN PAPERBACK When a deadly enemy reappears with a lethal new plan, it’s up to FBI Special Agent Ericka Blackwood to...
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The Hacker by Daniel Scanlan is described as an intense and thrilling journey into the dark intricacies of modern technology and cybercrime. Reviewers highlight its fast-paced narrative and realistic depiction of crime-solving in the digital age. The novel is praised for its engaging, intelligent writing and a gripping storyline filled with twists and turns, drawing comparisons to the works of Stieg Larsson.

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Book Details

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ISBN: 9781801107846

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 March 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Head of Zeus -- an Aries Book

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 266g

Pages: 384

About the Author

Daniel Scanlan is a lawyer who has practised extensively in the areas of cybercrime, digital evidence, wiretap, smuggling and money laundering. He wrote the non-fiction Digital Evidence in Criminal Law and contributed to The Lawyer's Guide to the Forensic Sciences, winner of the Walter Owen Book Prize. He lives on Vancouver Island and enjoys ocean kayaking and hiking. When not outdoors, he is reading and will read almost anything, except books about lawyers. The Hacker is his first novel.

Follow Daniel on @DanielMScanlan https://danielscanlanauthor.com

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