Synopses & Reviews
When Des Connors calls to ask for help in the matter of a missing son, Jack is happy to lend a hand to his father's old friend. But sometimes prodigal sons go missing for a reason.
Book two in the thrilling Jack Irish series, adapted for the screen starring Guy Pearce.
Review
'The Irish films make a good introduction to the work of Peter Temple, who's just a terrific writer sharp, funny and ambitious.' NPR - Fresh Air
Synopsis
The second novel in the iconic Jack Irish series, featuring Australia's favourite crime protagonist. International Crime Fiction at its best.
About the Author
Peter Temple has worked extensively as a journalist and editor for newspapers and magazines in several countries. He has won five Ned Kelly Awards for his novels, and won the worlds most prestigious crime writing prize, the Duncan Lawrie Dagger. In 2010 he was awarded Australias greatest writing prize, the Miles Franklin Literary Award. His books are published in more than twenty countries.