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Jane Elizabeth Harper

    Jane Harper is an acclaimed author of crime fiction, celebrated for her compelling storytelling and vivid characters. Her novels often explore the atmospheric Australian landscape, delving into complex relationships and hidden secrets. Harper masterfully builds suspense and delivers surprising twists, earning her a global readership. Her ability to craft psychologically rich characters within intricate plots solidifies her position as a leading voice in contemporary crime literature.

    Force of nature
    • 2019

      Force of nature

      • 400 pages
      • 14 hours of reading
      3.9(1272)Add rating

      The gripping new novel from the author of the Sunday Times top ten bestseller, Waterstones Thriller of the Month, Sunday Times Crime Book of the Month, and Simon Mayo Radio 2 Book Club Choice, The Dry. FIVE WENT OUT. FOUR CAME BACK... Is Alice here? Did she make it? Is she safe? In the chaos, in the night, it was impossible to say which of the four had asked after Alice's welfare. Later, when everything got worse, each would insist it had been them. Five women reluctantly pick up their backpacks and start walking along the muddy track. Only four come out the other side. The hike through the rugged landscape is meant to take the office colleagues out of their air-conditioned comfort zone and teach resilience and team building. At least that is what the corporate retreat website advertises. Federal Police Agent Aaron Falk has a particularly keen interest in the whereabouts of the missing bushwalker. Alice Russell is the whistleblower in his latest case - and Alice knew secrets. About the company she worked for and the people she worked with. Far from the hike encouraging teamwork, the women tell Falk a tale of suspicion, violence and disintegrating trust. And as he delves into the disappearance, it seems some dangers may run far deeper than anyone knew

      Force of nature