"Accomplished writing from one of the best authors in the UK." M.W. Craven, Sunday Times Bestselling author of the CWA Gold Dagger and Theakstons Crime Novel of the Year Washington Poe series.
Two bodies, a sinister organisation, and a detective's race against time to uncover the truth.
With a reputation for solving bizarre murders Detective Inspector Jonah Pennance, recently transferred to the National Crime Agency, is brought in to investigate the mysterious death of celebrity fund manager, Grady Carnegie - choked to death, then his body arranged and ready for a wake.
Then a second corpse turns up under identical circumstances - that of washed-up investigative reporter, Stan Thewlis. But how are the two men, who've seemingly never met, connected?
Soon, Pennance's partner comes under suspicion for the deaths - the evidence against her seems overwhelming. To save his partner, Pennance must determine what role the shadowy organisation Blackthorn plays and who is in the background, pulling all the strings...
With gripping action, and an unique cast of characters, Dead Money is an edge-of-your-seat mystery with an unforgettable detective that will have you guessing until the very end.
Perfect for fans of Ian Rankin, LJ Ross, and Peter James, Dead Money is the second book in the explosive crime thriller series from the author of the hugely popular Solomon Gray novels.
What Others Say
"A compelling murder mystery with a multilayered and engaging new hero. A great read."
Mason Cross, author of the Carter Blake thriller series
"Keith Nixon is a sparkling crime fiction talent."
Howard Linskey, author of the Detective Ian Bradshaw crime series
"Takes the police procedural elements and gives them new life."
Luca Veste, author of the Murphy and Rossi crime series
"One hell of a writer."
Ken Bruen, author of the Jack Taylor novels
What Readers Say
'Clever and fast paced tale.'
'A thoroughly absorbing read.'
'The sort of read that draws you in and holds you, long after the book is finished.'
'Totally gripping, fast paced story.'
'What a complex story culminating in quite the surprise.'
