Gary Donnelly crafts gritty crime thrillers set in post-conflict Belfast, characterized by their twisty plots and violent undertones. His work delves into the psychology of his characters, immersing readers in the complex atmosphere of Northern Ireland. Donnelly's writing is fueled by a long-held ambition and a disciplined approach, with each element meticulously crafted to build suspense. He is recognized as an exciting new voice in Northern Irish noir, bringing a raw energy to the genre.
DI Owen Sheen is determined to restore the professional reputation of suspended DC Aoife McCusker, and to solve the case of the boy found buried in the Irish boglands. But it's not going to be easy...
Returning to Ireland to investigate his brother's death, DI Owen Sheen is partnered with inexperienced DC Aoife McCusker. Do they have what it takes to unravel a mystery rooted in the Troubles?
When Owen Sheen and DC Aoife McCusker receive a note from a retired PSNI cop who has gone missing, their search for him leads them down a dangerous road.