The Dark Heart — Neil Lancaster

'Action-packed and totally thrilling, there is also an emotional depth to Lancaster's writing often missing from high octane dramatic stories. A terrific read' LIZ NUGENT

A DEADLY BOMBING

When renowned author Dr. Daniel Solomon is killed in a devastating explosion in York, authorities quickly attribute the attack to Islamic extremists. But as the investigation unfolds, it becomes clear that all is not as it seems.

A DARK CONSPIRACY

DS Max Craigie uncovers a chilling connection between a series of brutal murders, each victim linked by a secret that someone is determined to protect.

A DANGEROUS GAME

With the number of victims growing and an elusive figure known as The Cashier operating in the shadows, Max must navigate a web of corruption and hatred. Can he unravel the truth before more lives are lost?

Reviews

Praise for The Dark Heart:

'Action-packed and totally thrilling, there is also an emotional depth to Lancaster's writing often missing from high octane dramatic stories. A terrific read' Liz Nugent

Praise for Neil Lancaster:

'Non-stop action, breakneck pace, deliciously suspenseful… When Shadows Fall was my first DS Max Craigie book and won't be my last â€" I loved it.' Andrea Mara

'Superb reading. Neil is the master of the crime mystery. His serial killer "pusher" is the creepiest villain I think I've met this century…' Jeremy Vine

'Bone-chilling and full of so many twists' The Sun

'A good old police procedural… I was pleasantly terrified' The Guardian

‘As hard as it is to believe, these books just get better and better' Tony Kent

‘A wickedly clever and riveting thriller' Graham Bartlett

‘Neil Lancaster just gets better and better. This is a gripping read that feels entirely authentic, seasoned with lovely flashes of humour' Cass Green

‘Smashed through it, top work!' Callum McSorley

‘Neil Lancaster is one of the most exciting, innovative crime writers in the UK right now… One of the best police procedurals I've read in a long time. Consider me a fan' M. W. Craven

‘Action-packed & lightning-paced with some of the best dialogue I've read. I'm a huge fan of Lancaster and he's a true rising star in crime fiction. Explosive & compelling' Helen Fields

‘When Shadows Fall is searing in its pace and achingly good in everything else. The imagery, the story, the characters… It's rare that a book is such a joy to read, particularly one mid-series when â€" as a reader â€" you are behind the eight-ball, but Neil has absolutely smashed it out of the ball park. It's so, so good.' G. D. Wright

'A spine-chilling concept, despicable villains, a propulsive narrative. As satisfying as crime fiction gets.' Paul Finch