{"title":"Series: The Fighting Detective","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Fighting Detective\u003c\/strong\u003e series invites readers into a dynamic world where sharp intellect meets relentless pursuit of truth. Blending elements of \u003cem\u003ephilosophy, psychology, and military history\u003c\/em\u003e, the series explores complex characters who navigate moral dilemmas and thrilling investigations, all set against richly imagined backdrops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a gripping fusion of \u003cem\u003esci-fi and fantasy\u003c\/em\u003e with profound human drama, offering insights into courage, resilience, and justice. This collection appeals to those who appreciate stories that challenge the mind while delivering suspenseful narratives that linger long after the final page.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cold-shot-by-blair-denholm-9781036708306","title":"Cold Shot","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCold-blooded murder. Hot-tempered suspects. A hard-nosed cop who won't back down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen a top Swedish hockey player is found dead during an exhibition tournament in the sweltering tropics of North Queensland, Detective Sergeant Jack Lisbon and the Yorkville CIB are thrust into a baffling case. The victim is Jonas Eriksson, a jaded import who failed to make it big in the NHL or European leagues. The player has a murky past, muddied by a boatload of dark secrets—a dirty, ruthless right defenseman, Jonas' list of enemies includes rival players, disgruntled fans, and even his own teammates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs DS Lisbon and his trusted partner, Detective Constable Claudia Taylor, delve deeper into the mystery, they find themselves navigating a treacherous landscape of inflated egos, obsessive admirers, and bitter ex-spouses. 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As Jack delves deeper into the circumstances surrounding McAdam's bizarre murder and his unexpected detour to far North Queensland, he uncovers a web of deceit, violence, and shocking revelations that threaten to rock the tennis world to its core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith public pressure mounting and tennis officials demanding answers, Jack and his team must navigate a treacherous landscape of lies and betrayal to unravel the truth behind the young star's untimely demise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're a fan of fast-paced thrillers by crime-writing legends like James Patterson, David Baldacci, and Ian Rankin, the gripping fifth book in Blair Denholm's \u003cem\u003eThe Fighting Detective\u003c\/em\u003e series will be just what the detective ordered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePraise for \u003cem\u003eThe Fighting Detective\u003c\/em\u003e series:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e★★★★★ You will love it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e★★★★★ Can't wait to read more from Blair Denholm!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e★★★★★ Another fascinating case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e★★★★★ Great detective mystery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e★★★★★ A gritty, gripping tale!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e★★★★★ Could not put it down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47647694979308,"sku":"9781036708276","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/552c637af330f6a134ccfddb386ff83d.jpg?v=1779232644"},{"product_id":"moving-target-by-blair-denholm-9781036708290","title":"Moving Target","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA detective on vacation. A city steeped in secrets. A killer hiding in plain sight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Detective Jack Lisbon takes his daughter on a much-needed vacation to Lisbon, Portugal, the last thing he expects is to witness a chilling assassination. The victim, a university student and part-time journalist, is brutally gunned down in broad daylight on the packed No.15 tram.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrust into the role of special investigator, Jack must navigate a foreign city while unraveling a mystery that grows more sinister by the day. With a host of suspects, from a jilted lover to a cutthroat business tycoon, the seasoned detective must use all his skills to separate the innocent from the guilty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut the stakes become personal when Jack is viciously attacked. Is this a warning from the killer or a random act of violence? As he balances his responsibilities as a father with his commitment to justice, Jack realizes that one thing is for certain—even in a foreign land, his uncompromising approach to police work won't be deterred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMoving Target\u003c\/em\u003e is the seventh action-packed novel in the acclaimed Fighting Detective series, perfect for fans of American crime-writing giants James Patterson, David Baldacci, and Michael Connelly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePraise for The Fighting Detective series:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e★★★★★Keeps you turning page after page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e★★★★★This story is absolutely fantastic!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e★★★★★Another winner from Blair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e★★★★★Fast-paced and with non-stop action, this series delivers the goods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e★★★★★Bought it, read it, loved it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e★★★★★Great read!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47647702483180,"sku":"9781036708290","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/23c7c5bac7ed94c2a8b4f792de428fb7.jpg?v=1779232607"},{"product_id":"point-blank-by-blair-denholm-9781036708283","title":"Point Blank","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA deadly game of golf. A tangled web of lies. Can Detective Jack Lisbon outsmart the killer?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the sweltering heat of Northern Australia, a peaceful morning at the country club golf course erupts into chaos as a gun fires upon unsuspecting players. Detective Sergeant Jack Lisbon, off-duty and enjoying a round of golf, rushes to the scene only to find one man dead and another bleeding out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a woman's piercing screams echoing in his ears and scant evidence to work with, Lisbon must navigate a complex web of relationships and potential suspects to uncover the truth behind this chilling attack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs he delves deeper into the investigation, a tangled love triangle among the victims emerges, adding another layer of complexity to the case. 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Countless secrets. Zero suspects. Can Detective Lisbon find the killer?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA hit-and-run victim lies shattered on a sunlit street. The victim: Dale Collins, legendary coach of the Yorkville Scorpions. After decades of heartbreak, his team was finally on the verge of their first championship. Now, they're reeling from a murder that's left a community in shock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe killers were meticulous. No DNA. No prints. No witnesses. Nothing but questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor Detective Sergeant Jack Lisbon, an ex-boxer haunted by his own demons, this case cuts deep. Together with DC Claudia Taylor, he's racing to untangle a web of long-buried grudges and dark secrets. Their suspect list reads like a stadium roster—each with the motive and means to want Collins dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs the playoffs loom and pressure mounts, Lisbon and Taylor discover that in Yorkville, vengeance is a game played for the highest stakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eShot Clock\u003c\/em\u003e, the second installment in Blair Denholm's gripping \u003cem\u003eThe Fighting Detective\u003c\/em\u003e series, takes readers on a heart-pounding journey through the gritty underbelly of a town gripped by fear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePraise for The Fighting Detective series:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e★★★★★ Intense from the first page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e★★★★★ A beautifully crafted novel that you won't want to put down!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e★★★★★ Keeps the reader burning through the pages until the end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e★★★★★ I was hooked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e★★★★★ Loved it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e★★★★★ A definite winner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47647708709100,"sku":"9781036708245","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/823d14d3ad44515d75eaca3d653cfd7b.jpg?v=1779232559"},{"product_id":"shot-to-the-heart-by-blair-denholm-9781036708269","title":"Shot to the Heart","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA detective's toughest case yet: rescuing his daughter from a faceless abductor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen former boxer and Metropolitan Police detective Jack Lisbon returns to South London after a five-year stint in Australia, he's ready to reconnect with his daughter. 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