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Resurrection Bay : Caleb Zelic Series: Volume One by Emma Viskic (2018, Trade Paperback)

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Product Identifiers

PublisherSteerforth Press

ISBN-10178227362X

ISBN-139781782273622

eBay Product ID (ePID)18038486325

Product Key Features

Book TitleResurrection Bay : Caleb Zelic Series: Volume One

Number of Pages288 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2018

TopicMystery & Detective / Hard-Boiled, Thrillers / Psychological, Thrillers / Suspense

GenreFiction

AuthorEmma Viskic

Book SeriesPushkin Vertigo Ser.

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.8 in

Item Weight10.9 Oz

Item Length8.5 in

Item Width5.2 in

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Reviews"On par with the heavyweights of crime." -- Sydney Morning Herald "A compelling, highly recommended read." -- Books+Publishing "An outstanding debut novel from an author you'd hope is busy on the next instalment right now." -- The Newtown Review of Books "Viskic has created a genuinely unique and captivating character who deserves a place alongside Jack Irish and Cliff Hardy." -- P. M. Newton, "Outstanding. . . a gripping and violent tale with a hero who is original and appealing." -- The Guardian "More than lives up to its hype ... Fierce, fast-moving, violent ... it is as exciting a debut as fellow Australian Jane Harper''s The Dry , and I can think of no higher praise." -- Daily Mail "[A] stunning debut ... original and splendidly plotted with a harshness that nevertheless allows humour to intrude. Above all, it has a superb cast of main characters." -- The Times (Crime Book of the Month) "All the staples of Australian crime fiction are here: unflinching violence, corrupt cops, brutish men and tougher women. Viskic, garlanded with five book awards down under, adds some enjoyable refinements: Caleb Zelic, a hero whose investigations are somewhat hampered by the fact that he''s profoundly deaf, and a zinging wit to savour. First of a Zelic series." -- Sunday Times Crime Club "A very impactful thriller... distinctive... a hero you will want more of in future." -- The Book Bag "the dialogue is excellent. . . [the plot] zooms along." -- Sunday Express "Wow! What a debut novel! Captivating, quirky and absolutely riveting." -- Crime Book Junkie "Viskic''s novel is the reason I love reviewing. This is a truly gripping debut which feels as though written by a seasoned writer. Mesmerising." -- Crimesquad "Excellent debut novel ... certainly a name to watch." -- SHOTS crime fiction magazine "Gutsy, original. . . [a] stunning crime debut... [with a] devilishly tricky plot." -- Thriller Books Journal "The drama added by Caleb''s deafness is what makes the book." -- Action on Hearing Loss "An Australian thriller at its finest. A captivating read from first page to last. In Caleb Zelic, Viskic has created a character with depth and heart who will linger long after the final page." -- Jane Harper, author of The Dry "In her research for Resurrection Bay , the author studied Australian sign language to add to the authenticity of the novel and that work really pays off here." -- Crime Fiction Lover "Pacy, violent but with a big thundering heart... An outstanding debut." -- Eva Dolan, author of Long Way Home "A terrific book ... sharp, punchy, visceral and propulsive. The story grabs you by the throat from the opening pages and it never once slackens its hold." -- Christos Tsiolkas, author of The Slap "On par with the heavyweights of crime." -- Sydney Morning Herald "A compelling, highly recommended read." -- Books+Publishing "An outstanding debut novel from an author you''d hope is busy on the next instalment right now." -- The Newtown Review of Books "Distinctive flavour. . . several twists." -- Herald Scotland "Fast-moving narrative. . . numerous yet coherent plot developments. . . [the character of Caleb is] convincingly portrayed." -- Mystery People "Viskic has created a genuinely unique and captivating character who deserves a place alongside Jack Irish and Cliff Hardy." -- P. M. Newton "I was totally immersed ... sharp, snappy, hard-boiled ... a refreshingly original main protagonist." -- Raven Crime Reads "A kick in the teeth when the sting in the tail comes." -- Clover Hill "I was hooked ... There is so much to love about Resurrection Bay." -- Northern Crime "A truly rock and roll writing style... riveting ... banging brilliant ... A perfect storm of a read ... Highly recommended." -- Liz Loves Books "A deadly game of cat and mouse ... with double-crossing and questionable motives aplenty ... a good twist." -- Crime Thriller Hound, "Outstanding. . . a gripping and violent tale with a hero who is original and appealing." -- The Guardian "More than lives up to its hype ... Fierce, fast-moving, violent ... it is as exciting a debut as fellow Australian Jane Harper''s The Dry , and I can think of no higher praise." -- Daily Mail "[A] stunning debut ... original and splendidly plotted with a harshness that nevertheless allows humour to intrude. Above all, it has a superb cast of main characters." -- The Times (Crime Book of the Month) "All the staples of Australian crime fiction are here: unflinching violence, corrupt cops, brutish men and tougher women. Viskic, garlanded with five book awards down under, adds some enjoyable refinements: Caleb Zelic, a hero whose investigations are somewhat hampered by the fact that he''s profoundly deaf, and a zinging wit to savour. First of a Zelic series." -- Sunday Times Crime Club "A very impactful thriller... distinctive... a hero you will want more of in future." -- The Book Bag "the dialogue is excellent. . . [the plot] zooms along." -- Sunday Express "Wow! What a debut novel! Captivating, quirky and absolutely riveting." -- Crime Book Junkie "Viskic''s novel is the reason I love reviewing. This is a truly gripping debut which feels as though written by a seasoned writer. Mesmerising." -- Crimesquad "Excellent debut novel ... certainly a name to watch." -- SHOTS crime fiction magazine "Gutsy, original. . . [a] stunning crime debut... [with a] devilishly tricky plot." -- Thriller Books Journal "The drama added by Caleb''s deafness is what makes the book." -- Action on Hearing Loss "An Australian thriller at its finest. A captivating read from first page to last. In Caleb Zelic, Viskic has created a character with depth and heart who will linger long after the final page." -- Jane Harper, author of The Dry "In her research for Resurrection Bay , the author studied Australian sign language to add to the authenticity of the novel and that work really pays off here." -- Crime Fiction Lover "Pacy, violent but with a big thundering heart... An outstanding debut." -- Eva Dolan, author of Long Way Home "A terrific book ... sharp, punchy, visceral and propulsive. The story grabs you by the throat from the opening pages and it never once slackens its hold." -- Christos Tsiolkas, author of The Slap "On par with the heavyweights of crime." -- Sydney Morning Herald "A compelling, highly recommended read." -- Books+Publishing "An outstanding debut novel from an author you''d hope is busy on the next instalment right now." -- The Newtown Review of Books "Distinctive flavour. . . several twists." -- Herald Scotland "Fast-moving narrative. . . numerous yet coherent plot developments. . . [the character of Caleb is] convincingly portrayed." -- Mystery People "Viskic has created a genuinely unique and captivating character who deserves a place alongside Jack Irish and Cliff Hardy." -- P. M. Newton "I was totally immersed ... sharp, snappy, hard-boiled ... a refreshingly original main protagonist." -- Raven Crime Reads "A kick in the teeth when the sting in the tail comes." -- Clover Hill "I was hooked ... There is so much to love about Resurrection Bay." -- Northern Crime "A truly rock and roll writing style... riveting ... banging brilliant ... A perfect storm of a read ... Highly recommended." -- Liz Loves Books "A deadly game of cat and mouse ... with double-crossing and questionable motives aplenty ... a good twist." -- Crime Thriller Hound "Outstanding... gripping and violent... a hero who is original and appealing." -- Laura Wilson, Guardian "Punchily written and snappily paced, with a vivid cast of characters." -- David''s Book World (blog) "A thriller that delivers a rush... a gritty and at times violent book with a great storyline at its very heart." -- The Last Word (blog) "An excellent twist... The writing flowed effortlessly... A recommended read for all crime thriller fans." -- Never Imitate (blog)

Dewey Edition23

Series Volume Number18

Dewey Decimal823/.92

SynopsisONE OF THE YEAR'S 10 BEST MYSTERY NOVELS -- PUBLISHERS WEEKLY Finalist for the CWA (Crime Writers' Association) Gold Dagger Finalist for John Creasey (New Blood) Dagger Awards The acclaimed debut thriller from Australia's most exciting new crime-writing talent, for fans of Jane Harper Caleb Zelic's childhood friend has been brutally murdered--fingers broken, throat slit--at his home in Melbourne. Tortured by guilt, Caleb vows to track down the killer. But he's profoundly deaf; missed words and misread lips can lead to confusion, and trouble. Fortunately, Caleb knows how to read people; a sideways glance, an unconvincing smile, speak volumes. When his friend Frankie, a former cop, offers to help, they soon discover the killer is on their tail. Sensing that his ex-wife may also be in danger, Caleb insists they return to their hometown of Resurrection Bay. But here he learns that everyone--including his murdered friend--is hiding something. And the deeper he digs, the darker the secrets . . ., ONE OF THE YEAR'S 10 BEST MYSTERY NOVELS -- PUBLISHERS WEEKLY The acclaimed debut thriller from Australia's most exciting new crimewriting talent. Finalist for the CWA (Crime Writers' Association) Gold Dagger and John Creasey (New Blood) Dagger Awards The 2nd Caleb Zelic title, AND FIRE CAME DOWN, will be published October, 2018, and the author is already writing a 3rd installment. Caleb Zelic can't hear you but he sees everything. CALEB ZELIC IS ON THE HUNT FOR HIS FRIEND'S KILLER Caleb Zelic's childhood friend has been brutally murdered - fingers broken, throat slit - at his home in Melbourne. Tortured by guilt, Caleb vows to track down the killer. But he's profoundly deaf; missed words and misread lips can lead to confusion, and trouble. HE NEVER FORGETS A FACE Fortunately, Caleb knows how to read people; a sideways glance, an unconvincing smile, speak volumes. When his friend Frankie, a former cop, offers to help, they soon discover the killer is on their tail. IT MIGHT JUST SAVE HIS LIFE Sensing that his ex-wife may also be in danger, Caleb insists they return to their hometown of Resurrection Bay. But here he learns that everyone - including his murdered friend - is hiding something. And the deeper he digs, the darker the secrets...'

LC Classification NumberPR9619.4