
A MURDER MYSTERY THAT FOLLOWS TWO DETECTIVES SEARCHING FOR THE KILLER OF A TECH STARTUP GENIUS THROUGH THE STREETS OF SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA. "If you are a fan of police drama/murder mysteries, this first book in The Kidman and Reid series is a must-read." - Goodreads review. "Privacy. Is it worth murdering for? Money. What would you risk to make a fortune?" Brilliant web developer Peter Maher developed a million-dollar idea, using anyone's private and intimate information–and was murdered one sweltering summer night in Sydney. Experienced and instinctive Detective Mark Kidman, with developing and skilful Detective Rebecca Reid, investigate the death of the talented technology genius. Maybe it was the property developer, with political ties, and a dubious past. He has the most to lose, and behind his smile lies a tiger in waiting. Or what is Peter's connection to an old decrepit pub, run by an underworld heavyweight past their prime? Around the harbour city the detectives and their team chase down the leads, as witnesses, connections and violence reach a deadly climax for one detective. ABOUT THE LOCATIONS The books of the series (DEATH INVESTOR is the first) are set in Sydney, with locations and streets very close to reality. The CBD features often, with the action taking place around the iconic harbour, it's busy streets with a mix of high rises office buildings, and narrow quaint streets with pubs and start-up tech centres. The pubs referred to in the story exist, if not by name, by location if you walk around the streets mentioned in the story. This murder mystery set in Sydney has a key scene at The Glenmore Hotel, describing the marvellous view from the rooftop, culminating in an car chase and rescue around The
Page Count:
217
Publication Date:
2020-05-01
Publisher:
Ian Lomond
ISBN-10:
1393933297
ISBN-13:
9781393933298
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