The Midnight King
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The Midnight King
From the award-winning author of Welcome to Cooper comes a dark thriller about family, trauma and the secrets we hide within
From the award-winning author of Welcome to Cooper comes a dark thriller about family, trauma and the secrets we hide within
WINNER OF THE MCILVANNEY PRIZE FOR SCOTTISH CRIME BOOK OF THE YEAR
"A tour de force with superb dramatic twists" - DAILY MAIL
"If you're a fan of Thomas Harris you must read this" - PRIMA
"The best book I've read all year" - SARAH PINBOROUGH
This is a work of fiction. This is not a confession.
Lucas Cole is a bestselling writer. A quiet and unassuming man, he's a beloved celebrity in his small town. Lucas Cole is also a serial killer.
Nathan Cole has always known the truth about his father. But it isn't until Lucas is found dead that Nathan discovers The Midnight King, his father's fictionalised account of his hideous crimes, hidden in a box of trinkets taken from his victims. Trinkets that include a ribbon belonging to a missing girl who disappeared only days before Lucas's death.
Now, Nathan must deal with the consequences of keeping his father's secret. But The Midnight King holds Nathan's secrets as well as Lucas's, and he is not the only one searching for the truth...
Full of unexpected twists and heartrending turns, The Midnight King is a gripping thriller perfect for fans of Chris Whitaker, S.A. Cosby and Ian Rankin.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781805222309
Publisher: Profile Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 January 2026
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Viper
Edition: Main
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 32.0mm
Width: 128.0mm
Height: 196.0mm
Weight: 350g
Pages: 432
About the Author
Tariq Ashkanani is a solicitor, co-host of the writing podcast Page One, and the author of four novel. His debut novel, Welcome to Cooper, won the Bloody Scotland Debut Award 2022, as well as being shortlisted for both the CWA John Creasey (New Blood) Dagger and Capital Crime Fingerprint Award. His fifth novel, The Hollow Boys, will be published by Viper in 2026. He lives in Edinburgh with his wife and two sons.
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