The Prospect - Fleur McDonald

In this gripping rural crime novel, investigative reporter Zara Ellison and policeman Jack Higgins navigate the secrets and dangers of Kalgoorlie, a wild mining town where gold and riches lure inhabitants into a web of deceit. As they each face personal struggles, a mysterious accident and a smuggling ring lead them down treacherous paths in the lawless outback. With superb storytelling, this thrilling series explores the price of unearthing buried secrets in the red dust of Australia's bush city.