Condition: BRAND NEW Format: Paperback ISBN: 9780751572810 Publisher: Sphere Overview: Darkness Falls is the gripping third instalment in Robert Bryndza's bestselling Kate Marshall series. Former detective Kate Marshall and her partner Tristan Harris run a private investigation agency, and this case pulls them into a decade-old disappearance loaded with political intrigue. Praised by The Times as the best in the series yet, this standalone-friendly thriller delivers relentless pacing, sharp characterisation and a genuinely unsettling mystery that will keep crime fiction fans turning pages long into the night. About the Book: Twelve years ago, determined young journalist Joanna Duncan exposed a political scandal that sent shockwaves through the establishment. In the aftermath, she vanished without trace and was never seen again. When Kate Marshall's fledgling detective agency is hired to reopen the cold case, she and Tristan begin combing through years of dusty files, witness statements and dead ends. As they dig deeper, disturbing links emerge to other missing people, hinting at something far darker than a single disappearance. Bryndza weaves political corruption, personal sacrifice and psychological suspense, building tension with every chapter as Kate edges closer to a truth someone has spent over a decade burying. Fans of the series will relish seeing Kate and Tristan's partnership deepen, while newcomers can enjoy Darkness Falls as a satisfying, self-contained mystery. The novel balances fast-paced investigative drama with genuine emotional stakes, exploring themes of justice, silence and the human cost of speaking out. Bryndza's trademark twists and red herrings ensure the story stays unpredictable until the final revelations, making it a compulsive read for lovers of atmospheric British crime fiction with a strong, resourceful female lead. Key Benefits: Book three in the pulse-pounding, internationally bestselling Kate Marshall series. Features a strong, relatable female investigator in Kate Marshall. Intricate, twist-filled plotting that keeps readers guessing to the last page. Praised by The Times as the strongest Kate Marshall thriller yet. Perfect gift for fans of gripping British crime and detective fiction. Brand new, good-quality paperback, easy to carry and enjoy anywhere. About the Author: Robert Bryndza is an internationally bestselling crime and thriller author, with over five million books sold worldwide. He first found major success with his 2016 debut The Girl in the Ice, which launched the Detective Erika Foster series, before creating the equally acclaimed Kate Marshall series, of which Darkness Falls is the third title. Known for tightly plotted mysteries, atmospheric settings and compelling, flawed characters, Bryndza has become a firm favourite among crime fiction readers in the UK and beyond, regularly appearing in bestseller charts. Why You'll Love This Thriller: If you love dark, twisty British crime fiction with a determined heroine, Darkness Falls delivers in spades. Gripping, atmospheric and impossible to put down, it's the perfect pick for fans of Lee Child, Angela Marsons or Rachel Abbott. Please Note: Cover design may vary slightly from the image shown; you will receive the current UK paperback edition with matching ISBN.