Publisher's Synopsis
"Accomplished writing from one of the best authors in the UK." M.W. Craven, award-winning and bestselling author of the Washington Poe series
Suspended. Sidelined. But Detective Inspector Solomon Gray can't walk away from a case, no matter where it comes from. Notorious gangster, Frank McGavin offers Gray a job: examine the conviction of Daryl Kershaw, a man who's spent over a decade in prison for a brutal gangland murder. Gray doesn't trust McGavin, but when Gray discovers his own boss played a key role in putting Kershaw away, Gray can't ignore the case. If the original investigation was rigged, it could expose a corruption scandal at the highest level. If it wasn't, Gray is doing the dirty work of a criminal. At the same time, another crime is unfolding, one the police refuse to take seriously. Women are being targeted, their lives ripped apart by deepfake videos designed to ruin them. As Gray hunts for the truth, both investigations pull him towards a reckoning that could cost him everything. Two cases. One disgraced detective. And secrets someone will kill to protect. Can Gray uncover the truth before it destroys him? What The Dead Know is the fifteenth novel in the gripping Solomon Gray crime thriller series, perfect for fans of Ian Rankin, LJ Ross, JD Kirk, and Peter James. "Deeply emotional, a dark rollercoaster ride." Ed JamesWhat Others Say
"Keith Nixon is one hell of a writer."
Ken Bruen, author of the Jack Taylor series
"A compelling murder mystery with a multi-layered and engaging new hero. Great read."
Mason Cross, author of the Carter Blake thriller series
Howard Linskey, author of the Detective Ian Bradshaw crime series "A dark, uncompromising tale of loss, murder, and revenge. Glorious noir, which takes the police procedural elements and gives them new life. I can't wait to read the next step in Solomon Gray's journey for answers ..."
Luca Veste, author of the Murphy and Rossi crime series "Keith Nixon's latest Solomon Gray murder mystery pushes all the hot-button issues of a traumatised post-Brexit UK in this dark tale of loss, revenge and redemption. Flawed and floored by personal tragedy, DS Solomon Gray is ready to take his place alongside DS Logan McRae, DS Roy Grace and DCI John Luther. Modern jet-black Brit Noir at its best."
Tim Baker, CWA shortlisted author of Fever City What Readers Say
"I'm left with a thirst which can only be quenched by reading the next in the series."
"It's not often I give 5* but I did with this one."
"A cracking multi-level read."
"Another great thriller."
"Loving this series. Sol is magnificent."
"Thoroughly enjoyable, I can't wait for the next episode!
