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Scrublands
Series: Martin Scarsden
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Set in a fictional Riverina town at the height of a devastating drought, Scrublands is one of the most powerful, compelling and original crime novels to be written in Australia.
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WINNER, CWA Dagger New Blood Award for Best First Crime Novel
SHORTLISTED, Best Debut Fiction, Indie Book Awards
SHORTLISTED, Best First Mystery or Crime Novel - Barry Awards
FOUR PART TV SERIES
In an isolated country town brought to its knees by endless drought, a charismatic and dedicated young priest calmly opens fire on his congregation, killing five parishioners before being shot dead himself.
A year later, troubled journalist Martin Scarsden arrives in Riversend to write a feature on the anniversary of the tragedy. But the stories he hears from the locals about the priest and incidents leading up to the shooting don't fit with the accepted version of events his own newspaper reported in an award-winning investigation. Martin can't ignore his doubts, nor the urgings of some locals to unearth the real reason behind the priest's deadly rampage.
Just as Martin believes he is making headway, a shocking new development rocks the town, which becomes the biggest story in Australia. The media descends on Riversend and Martin is now the one in the spotlight. His reasons for investigating the shooting have suddenly become very personal.
Wrestling with his own demons, Martin finds himself risking everything to discover a truth that becomes darker and more complex with every twist. But there are powerful forces determined to stop him, and he has no idea how far they will go to make sure the town's secrets stay buried.
A compulsive thriller that will haunt you long after you have turned the final page.
Scrublands is a captivating tale of suspense and revelation, diving deep into the human psyche and the shadowy depths of a small town's dark history.
Series: Martin Scarsden
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Scrublands
NOW A MAJOR TV SERIES Winner of the 2019 CWA Dagger New Blood Award for Best First Crime Novel In an isolated country town brought to its knees by endless drought, a charismatic and dedicated young priest calmly opens fire on his congregation, killing five parishioners before being shot dead himself. A year later, troubled journalist Martin Scarsden arrives in...Paperback$2000Elsewhere:$2499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today -
Silver
"Chris Hammer is a great writer - a leader in Australian noir." - Michael Connelly "I think this is even better than the first." - Ann Cleeves "The best Australian crime novel since Peter Temple's The Broken Shore." - The Times For half a lifetime, journalist Martin Scarsden has run from his past. But now there is no escaping. He'd...Paperback$2100Elsewhere:$2499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today -
Trust
"This thrill ride of a story is everything we have come to expect and more." Better Reading Martin Scarsden's new life seems perfect, right up until the moment it's shattered by a voicemail: a single scream, abruptly cut off, from his partner Mandalay Blonde. Racing home, he finds an unconscious man sprawled on the floor and Mandy gone. Someone has...Paperback$2499Unit price /UnavailableBackorderShips mid August -
Scrublands
WINNER, CWA Dagger New Blood Award for Best First Crime Novel SHORTLISTED, Best Debut Fiction, Indie Book Awards SHORTLISTED, Best First Mystery or Crime Novel - Barry Awards FOUR PART TV SERIES In an isolated country town brought to its knees by endless drought, a charismatic and dedicated young priest calmly opens fire on his congregation, killing five parishioners before...Paperback$2300Elsewhere:$2499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today -
Silver
NOW A MAJOR TV SERIES 'Chris Hammer is a great writer - a leader in Australian noir.' - Michael Connelly 'I think this is even better than the first.' - Ann Cleeves 'The best Australian crime novel since Peter Temple's The Broken Shore.' - The Times For half a lifetime, journalist Martin Scarsden has run from his past. But now...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks
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Scrublands by Chris Hammer has garnered attention for its evocative portrayal of a small Australian town and its complex characters. Reviewers praise Hammer's vivid landscape descriptions and the atmospheric tension that pervades the narrative. The book's mix of mystery and psychological depth has been noted for keeping readers engaged, while some critiques highlight the occasionally intricate plot twists. Overall, it has been well-received for its gripping storytelling and strong sense of place.
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ISBN: 9781760875527
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 April 2019
Country: Australia
Imprint: Allen & Unwin
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 128.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 366g
Pages: 496
About the Author
Chris Hammer was a journalist for more than thirty years, dividing his career between covering Australian federal politics and international affairs. For many years he was a roving foreign correspondent for SBS TV's flagship current affairs program Dateline. He has reported from more than thirty countries on six continents. In Canberra, roles included chief political correspondent for The Bulletin, current affairs correspondent for SBS TV and a senior political journalist for The Age.
His first book, The River, published in 2010 to critical acclaim, was the recipient of the ACT Book of the Year Award and was shortlisted for the Walkley Book Award and the Manning Clark House National Cultural Award.
Chris has a bachelor's degree in journalism from Charles Sturt University and a master's degree in international relations from the Australian National University. He lives in Canberra with his wife, Dr Tomoko Akami. The couple have two children.
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