Drought, by: Jane Harper

Al-Qahat is the first novel by Jeen Harper, and it is a thrilling novel set in a fictional town five hours from Melbourne. Federal investigator Aaron Falk returns to his hometown after decades to attend the funeral of his childhood close friend, Luke. Falk cooperates with the town's investigator to try to uncover the truth behind the horrific murder of the Hadler family, only to find questions instead of answers. "One of the most magical works I have read in my life... Every word meticulously perfected." - David Baldacci "Breath-taking surprises... on every page a new secret." - New York Times "Between the pages, an Australian crime novel that will take your breath away and haunt your dreams." - Sydney Morning Herald "Author of the best-selling book of death and life on the New York Times list, you will feel the heat of the blazing sun, taste the dirt in your mouth, and stare into the void beneath the shock." - Michael Robotham Number of pages: 376