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The Way It Is Now

By: Garry Disher
Narrated by: Henry Nixon
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From one of Australia's most loved and celebrated crime writers, the multiple award-winning Garry Disher.

Twenty years ago Charlie Deravin's mother went missing near the family beach shack—believed murdered; body never found. His father has lived under a cloud of suspicion ever since.

Now Charlie's back living in the shack in Menlo Beach, on disciplinary leave from his job with the police sex-crimes unit, and permanent leave from his marriage. After two decades worrying away at the mystery of his mother's disappearance, he's run out of leads.

Then the skeletal remains of two people are found in the excavation of a new building site—and the past comes crashing in on Charlie.

The Way It Is Now is the enthralling new novel from Garry Disher, one of Australia's most loved and celebrated crime writers.

©2021 Garry Disher (P)2021 W F Howes Crime Crime Fiction Crime Thrillers Fiction Mystery Police Procedural Thriller Thriller & Suspense Suspense

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Critic reviews

"Disher is one of this country's finest writers." (Tony Birch)

"Disher is the gold standard for rural noir." (Chris Hammer)

"A giant not only of crime fiction but of Australian letters." (Ned Kelly Awards)
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Excellent story line well narrated, its nice to listen to a different type of plot line with interesting characters

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I was introduced to Gary Disher through the wonderful Paul Hirschausen books, this is of the same high standard, with excellent characters and plot. In addition, Henry Nixon’s narration is pitch perfect. Highly recommended for any fans of Aussie noir.

Another great Gary Disher novel

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I bought this as a bargain and it really was one. Great characters, good neat plot and well narrated

Pleasantly surprised

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Excellent. Thoroughly enjoyed this.
After having listened to some Chris Hammer thought I would try this well known author. Excellent narration.

The Way It Is Now

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A lot happens in this, but it is expertly and seamlessly woven together.
The narrator's delivery was a bit jerky at times, but overall it was a terrific listen.

Cracking story

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