{"title":"Christopher Blake","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the collection dedicated to the gripping world of Christopher Blake, a master storyteller in the Crime \u0026amp; Thriller genre. Known for his riveting narratives and complex characters, Blake's works immerse readers into dark, suspenseful tales that keep them on the edge of their seats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his compelling titles is \u003cem\u003eSoftly Calls the Devil\u003c\/em\u003e, a standout novel that showcases Blake's talent for weaving intricate plots filled with unexpected twists and moral dilemmas. His ability to craft stories that delve into the psyche of both the hunter and the hunted sets him apart in the world of crime fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChristopher Blake’s novels are perfect for readers who enjoy intelligent, well-crafted suspense filled with richly developed characters and a pervasive sense of tension. Whether you're a long-time fan or discovering his work for the first time, this collection is sure to satisfy your craving for thrilling narratives and captivating mysteries.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"softly-calls-the-devil-by-christopher-blake-9781786585400","title":"Softly Calls the Devil","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThings are going well for Matt Buchanan. After some hard times, life is peaceful as sole-charge constable for the small, isolated settlement of Haast on New Zealand's wild West Coast. He's made friends among the locals, won their trust. He keeps their little world safe. And he's working in spectacular surroundings - the fierce Tasman Sea, the dense beech forest, the dark, cold swamps, the snowy Southern Alps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut then his much-loved predecessor, Gus, is discovered beside a river with a bullet through his head. He'd been looking into a disturbing murder-suicide from 1978: the parents' bodies were found, but not their daughter's. Suspecting a darker truth, Matt is certain the answers can't be too far away in this close-knit community. How does former forest service ranger Liam, with his gang links, fit into the story? What about Joe, the alcoholic hermit whose knowledge and intelligence seem so at odds with his appearance and lifestyle?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTensions rise, there are more deaths, people are threatened, memories surface of a cult that went horribly wrong... Even when support arrives, Matt finds himself pursuing a case that's well outside his remit and is taking him to places he'd sooner not revisit. Also part of an increasingly terrifying situation are an over-curious journalist and a woman who could be someone special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMatt has managed to shun his own demons, and is desperate not to face them again, but when confronted by the devil himself, he must take action, rediscover something of the person he was - for his own sake and to save those he loves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the work of an award-winning master storyteller. Fast-moving, spare, compelling and rich in laconic humour, \u003ci\u003eSoftly Calls the Devil\u003c\/i\u003e will grab you from the first page and refuse to let go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46742037856492,"sku":"9781786585400","price":27.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/5feb0b21ea678f61adc1d009f6d926bd.jpg?v=1755634925"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/christopher-blake.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}