Dead Man's Hand

** The first in a new series by debut author Mark Lock, for fans of Mo Hayder, Belinda Bauer and Mark Billingham. **

“A cracking debut, cleverly plotted and filled with compelling characters, 'Dead Man's Hand' marks the arrival of an exciting new crime-writing talent.” Paul Burston

Detective Inspector Hal Luchewski’s life is complicated. The stress of his job is getting to him – usually in the form of hard liquor. He’s still living in his dead father’s shadow, his relationship with his daughter is strained, and his love life is complex to say the least…although nearly 40, Hal’s still reconciling himself to the fact he’s gay.