A Storm Rising

AUSSIE OUTBACK CRIME GREAT AUSSIE BUSH NOIR CRIME - IF YOU LIKE CHRIS HAMMER, JANE HARPER AND GARRY DISHER, YOU'LL PROBABLY LOVE THIS LACONIC QUEENSLANDER. Private Investigator Jack Paige is BACK !! During a fierce storm in the Gulf of Carpentaria in far Northern Australia, a body is hauled from the murky depths. Private Investigator Jack Paige is immediately drawn into a world of deception and intrigue surrounding this grisly find. The case quickly transforms as this body reveals a story of betrayal. Digging deeper, the laconic Queenslander finds himself caught in a labyrinth of lies, stretching from the Gulf to South East Asia. Pitched against a cartel of casino owners located in the jungles of Myanmar, government operatives intent on pursuing their own agendas and powerful businessmen holding immense power and influence, corruption lies around every corner. In this deadly game, deceit itself becomes the most valuable commodity. As the stakes rise, Jack’s personal history becomes uncomfortably intertwined with the case, a dark chapter in his past—one he had tried to bury. Forced to confront his demons, Jack navigates a world where trust is rare and betrayal, common. Yet, his quest for justice is unwavering. He races to uncover the truth before it vanishes—a truth buried deeper than he'd ever imagined. A Storm Rising is a pulse-pounding thriller, packed with deadly plots, high-stakes action, and heart-stopping twists. The clock is ticking and, as the storm envelops them all, none are safe. If you are a devotee of Chris Hammer, you’ll enjoy this action packed story that will keep you riveted, as each shocking revelation is unveiled.