Right to Kill

The first in a gripping new crime thriller series set in Yorkshire, for fans of Ian Rankin and Joseph Knox.

‘A striking debut’ Peter Robinson

Wortley, West Leeds.

On a Thursday night in February, DS Joe Romano finds himself back on home turf. He’s following up on the disappearance of drug dealer Craig Shaw.

It’s the start of a case that could make or break Romano’s career. Because Shaw is about to go from missing to murdered.

While some don’t think Shaw’s killer should be brought to justice, Romano believes every life counts. But he’s running out of time.

The killer is ready to strike again. And Romano will be forced to question whether anyone has the right to kill.

‘A gritty, uncompromising thriller’ Paul Finch

‘The twisted big brother to Happy Valley’ Michael Wood

‘A modern take on the classic police procedural’ Russ Thomas

‘Breakneck pace, terrific protagonist and a kick-ass sidekick’
Neil Lancaster

· A gripping new Northern crime series: A fast-paced, gritty police procedural set in Leeds and introducing Joe Romano, a half-Sicilian detective with deep roots in the community. Ideal for fans of Joseph Knox, Ian Rankin and Mick Herron.

· Timely and authentic: A commercial thriller that highlights hot-button regional and national issues including racism, drugs and Brexit, Right to Kill is sure to generate conversation.

· An exciting new voice: John Barlow has previously been published by 4th Estate – now he’s turned his hand to crime and the result is a brilliantly written and compelling thriller.

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