Innocent questions can have dangerous answers.Laura’s life is plunged into turmoil when her husband, Tom, dies suddenly. On that same night, an intruder steals papers from his home office. He’d been researching his previous employer’s Iraqi operations but hadn’t shared his concerns with Laura. Why would anyone want his files?Turning a blind eye won’t protect her.Learning Tom’s death could be murder, Laura takes matters into her own hands. She’s fifty-nine but it’s not too late to turn amateur sleuth. She uncovers a dark mystery, a deadly conspiracy involving organised crime and corruption. Powerful people will kill to silence their enemies but who can she trust?Silence won’t keep her safe.Editorial Reviews:

…a fast paced and intelligent political thriller, set in the corrupt heart of Australia’s corridors of power. A compelling read.

Richard Beasley, author of the Peter Tanner thrillers and Hell Has Harbour Views (adapted for TV) and the non-fiction Dead in the Water.

A fantastic, complex tale … a really intriguing, engaging, and compelling book.

Barry W Litherland, author of Waves Break (on Unknown Shores), Shifting Sands, Breakers, and many more.

An interesting Australian political thriller, it’s a keeper, add it to your bookshelf.

Richard Evans, Former federal MP and author of Democracy Trilogy