The Valley - Chris Hammer

Title: The Valley
Author: Chris Hammer

Bestselling author Chris Hammer returns with The Valley, an enthralling thriller that plunges detectives Nell Buchanan and Ivan Lucic into their most complex case yet. Set in a remote mountain valley, the story begins with the murder of a controversial entrepreneur. However, the investigation takes a dark and personal turn when Nell discovers the victim is a close blood relative, forcing her to confront long-buried family secrets.

As Ivan and Nell uncover links to conmen, grave robbers, and mysterious connections to her own family, Nell must face a past that reveals shocking truths. With cowboy lawyers and rogue figures threatening to unravel their progress, the detectives find themselves caught in a dangerous game where even the police hierarchy seems to have something to hide. Hammer’s signature style of weaving suspense, complex characters, and vividly atmospheric settings makes The Valley a must-read for thriller fans.

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