City detective Joe Cashin, reposted to a quiet Australian town, is thrust into a murder investigation in which the evidence points to three aboriginal boys. Cashin, unconvinced, suspects something far worse than a burglary gone wrong.
Broken ShoreSeries
This series delves into the darker aspects of the human psyche while exploring the strained relationships between communities. It follows characters grappling with their pasts and moral dilemmas, often set against stark, isolated backdrops. The narratives are filled with twists, suspense, and profound questions about justice and decency in a corrupt world. Each installment presents a compelling mystery that transcends genre, offering a thoughtful exploration of life's complexities.


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Truth
- 406 pages
- 15 hours of reading
Stephen Villani is the acting head of the Victoria Police homicide squad. His first months on the job have not gone well: two Aboriginal teenagers shot dead, and no progress on the killing of a man in front of his daughter. Now 5 men are found dead in horrifying circumstances. Winner Miles Franklin Award 2010.