Outback: A stunning new crime thriller

Outback: A stunning new crime thriller by Wolf, Patricia. paperback edition. ISBN: 9781471411700.

The Number 1 Internationally Bestselling Ebook, perfect for fans of The Dry by Jane Harper. Tense, gripping and atmospheric - CHRIS WHITAKER Gripped me from its shocking start - SARAH YARWOOD-LOVETT I highly recommend it - LYNDA LA PLANTE CBE TWO MISSING BACKPACKERS. ONE VAST OUTBACK. DS Lucas Walker is on leave in his hometown, Caloodie, taking care of his dying grandmother. When two young German backpackers, Berndt and Rita, vanish from the area, he finds himself unofficially on the case. But why all the interest from the Federal Police when they have probably just ditched the heat and dust of the outback for the coast? Working in the organised crime unit has opened Walkers eyes to the growing drug trade in Australias remote interior - and he becomes convinced there is more at play. As the number of days since the couples disappearance climbs, Walker is joined by Ritas older sister. A detective herself with Berlin CID, she has flown to Australia - desperate to find her sister. Their search becomes ever more urgent as temperatures soar. Even if Walker does find the young couple, will it be too late? This deeply atmospheric thriller is the gripping opening of a new crime series for fans of Cara Hunter and Chris Whitaker. Shortlisted for the CWA New Blood Dagger Award 2023.