Voices in the Dark
by
Fleur McDonald
Publication date: 31st October 2023
Genre: Rural / Suspense
Pages: 368
RRP: $32.99AU (trade paperback)
Source: Courtesy of the publisher via DMCPR
Review: Voices in the Dark
I always eagerly await each new release by Fleur McDonald. Her knowledge of and dedication to small communities, farming and the problems they face shines through in her stories.
Voices in the Dark is a stand alone rural suspense novel featuring country cop Dave Burrows however he is not the main character in this story.
Sassi Stapleton is driving to Barker after a late night call asking her to come immediately as her grandmother is seriously ill. When Sassi doesn't arrive at the expected time, her uncle notifies Dave and the police get into action.
Fleur McDonald packs an emotional punch as the police, ambulance and emergency services work together in a harrowing rescue scene.
Voices in the Dark focuses on the Stapleton family and their struggles to reconnect and get over the demons of the past. There are lots of appearances from characters I have grown to love from previous books. Mia the young constable, Dave and Kim all have strong parts in this story. Lots of well placed backstory keeps new readers up to speed.
Fleur writes magnificent stories about country people, farming and the problems remote areas face but also highlights the special bond small communities have. Even though the gossip abounds they will do anything to help each other.
Voices in the Dark is a story about family secrets, elder abuse, letting go of resentments, moving forward and starting over.
My rating 5 / 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
another book to add to list
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