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Fear the Dark

Fear the Dark

Summary

'One of the best thriller writers working today' Lee Child

'If you want a thriller that will chill your blood, break your heart and make your pulse race, Chris Mooney is your man' Mark Billingham

A KILLER WATCHES. A TOWN WAITS.

Fear grips a town in Colorado as a murderer targets entire families in their own homes. As police and the FBI struggle to contain the situation, they bring in forensic investigator and serial killer expert Darby McCormick.

What she finds is a brutal and elusive predator who stays one step ahead of their investigation.
As Darby navigates the blood-ties and broken promises that divide the locals, she knows that all the while the killer is watching, waiting and circling his next target: her.

She must not only meet evil - and somehow survive - but also be prepared to face this small town's dark heart...

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Praise for Chris Mooney:

'Chris Mooney is a wonderful writer. Compelling, thrilling and touching' Michael Connelly

'Harrowing, gripping, haunting, gut-wrenching and beautifully written' Harlan Coben

'A compelling story that will keep you up past your bedtime' Karin Slaughter

'A scary, breakneck ride with thrills that never let up' Tess Gerritsen

'An exceptional thriller writer. I envy those who have yet to read him' John Connolly

About the author

Chris Mooney

Chris Mooney is the author of nine thrillers, of which Remembering Sarah was nominated for the prestigious Edgar Award for Best Novel. His Darby McCormick series includes The Missing, The Secret Friend, The Soul Collectors, The Dead Room, Fear the Dark and Every Three Hours. Chris's latest book is Every Pretty Thing, the seventh Darby McCormick thriller. Chris lives in Boston with his wife and son.
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