[DI Kate Swanson 01] • Zero

In the future, no crime will go unpunished

After a major financial collapse, a zero tolerance policy results in the death penalty for all crimes. Society is organised around a gruesome ritual of punishment.

When a judge is kidnapped, and a ransom note demands the release of all prisoners awaiting execution, **Detective Kate Swanson** is put on the case.

But soon her boss also disappears. Unrest, bombings and revolutionary activity is growing. Under increasing pressure Swanson must race to find a man whose murdered wife and daughter link the missing men.

Is it too late?

**A terrifying dystopia and gripping mystery, Zero is unputdownable and atmospheric. The first in a powerful new series from Matt Brolly for fans of *Minority Report* and *Blade Runner*.**

Praise for Matt Brolly

‘I would never have guessed that this is a debut novel… Dead Eyed is such an enjoyable read. **Tense, dark and with quite a grip, I can’t wait for the next.**’ For Winter Nights – A Bookish Blog

‘Action packed, dramatic and addictive… an **unputdownable** read.’ Portybelle

‘**One word for this – riveting**. Fast paced, full of twisty goodness, a well-drawn and intriguing main protagonist and a well-constructed and horrifically addictive storyline.’ Liz Loves Books

‘An **extraordinary fast-paced, tense thriller**, taking the reader on an suspense filled journey with so many twist and turns it is a stupendous, emotional roller coaster ride!’ SplashesIntoBooks

‘A **must read** for all lovers of crime books’ CrimeBookLover

‘**One of my books of the year…** I was blown away by Mr Brolly’s plotting and gripping writing style.’ Elaine