Paul Bryers, writing as Seth Hunter, is the author of numerous compelling novels. His work, often informed by his experiences as a television and film director, delves into gripping narratives. Bryers crafts stories that captivate readers with their depth and skillfully developed characters, establishing a distinct literary voice.
On the night a book group meets to swap novels, the husband of one of its members borrows a flat in which to have an illicit affair. It isn't the first time Larry has made himself scarce for one of Rob's adulterous flings, but tonight Rob is viciously beaten to death with a fisherman's hook. Is a modern- day Jack the Ripper on the loose?
The narrative follows Milan, a disillusioned ex-professor turned Hollywood psychiatrist, who returns to post-Cold War Czechoslovakia only to confront his haunting past. As he navigates a world filled with Stasi agents and remnants of fascism, he becomes embroiled in a murder he didn't commit. Imprisoned in his homeland, Milan recounts his experiences to a pig, his unexpected companion. Blending humor and brutality, the story delves into themes of identity and the shadows of history.