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Hermit

the international bestseller from the author of RED DIRT ROAD
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Hermit by S. R. White is a gripping crime thriller set in rural Australia. The novel follows Detective Dana Russo as she investigates a perplexing murder entwined with a strange hermit who confesses but remains mysteriously tight-lipped. As Dana delves deeper, secrets unfold, testing her instincts and uncovering hidden truths.
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You might enjoy this immersive crime and thriller novel if you appreciate gripping mysteries with intricate character development. This book delivers a unique Australian setting, clever police procedural elements, and a plot full of suspense as it unravels a complex case that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

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Hermit

Riveting, atmospheric and unforgettably original, HERMIT is perfect for fans of acclaimed crime authors like Jane Harper, Chris Hammer, Tana French and Susie Steiner.

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HE DISAPPEARED FOR 15 YEARS... UNTIL THE DAY OF THE MURDER.

THE INTERNATIONAL TOP TEN BESTSELLER

'Taut, beautifully observed...with an explosive finish.' - PETER MAY
'Original, compelling and highly recommended. S. R. White is the real deal.' - CHRIS HAMMER
'A fascinating case' - SUNDAY TIMES CRIME CLUB PICK

After a puzzling death in the wild bushlands of Australia, detective Dana Russo has just 12 hours to interrogate the prime suspect - a silent, inscrutable man found at the scene of the crime, who disappeared without trace 15 years earlier.

But where has he been? Why won't he talk? And exactly how dangerous is he? Without conclusive evidence to prove his guilt, Dana faces a desperate race against time to persuade him to speak. But as each interview spirals with fevered intensity, Dana must reckon with her own traumatic past to reveal the shocking truth.

Compulsive, atmospheric and stunningly accomplished, Hermit introduces a thrilling new voice in Australian crime fiction, perfect for fans of Jane Harper's The Dry and Chris Hammer's Scrublands.

'It draws you in - and rewards with a truly powerful ending.' - HEAT (Read of the week)
'This slow-burn novel catches light' - THE SUN
'A dark and compulsive read' - WOMAN & HOME

Series: Detective Dana Russo

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Hermit by S. R. White is praised for its slow-burning tension and compelling narrative, leading to a powerful and rewarding conclusion. The book is noted for its originality and gripping storyline, catching the interest of readers with its dark and compulsive nature.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781472268433

Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 April 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Headline Book Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 269g

Pages: 384

About the Author

S. R. White's debut novel, HERMIT, was a top ten bestseller in Australia and nominated for the Crime Writers' Association award for the best crime novel by a first-time author.

He now lives in Queensland, having worked for a UK police force for twelve years before taking an MA in Creative Writing at Nottingham Trent University.

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