Day's End

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Day’s End by Garry Disher follows Constable Hirsch in a small Australian town as he unravels a chilling case of disappearance, revealing a community entangled in secrets, loyalties, and survival.

Day’s End by Garry Disher is a taut, atmospheric novel that dives deep into the grit and grime of a rural Australia often overlooked. In this installment of the Hirsch series, Disher sharpens his lens on Constable Paul Hirschhausen (“Hirsch”), a resilient, empathetic cop in a small, weary South Australian town. Hirsch is pulled into the shadows of his town’s secrets—a community where isolation and remoteness intensify the tension, where small lives are fraught with unspoken histories and personal vendettas.

When a local matriarch mysteriously disappears, Hirsch is thrust into an investigation that lays bare the intricate webs of betrayal, violence, and desperate survival among the locals. Disher masterfully crafts a haunting portrait of a town ensnared in the complex dance between decency and cruelty, revealing its undercurrents through vivid characters and atmospheric prose. With spare yet richly textured writing, he captures the harsh beauty of the Australian landscape, which acts as a silent, watchful character, looming over the town’s struggles.

Disher’s precise, penetrating storytelling reflects the urgency of navigating a society where trust and corruption co-exist uneasily, where Hirsch’s own moral compass becomes his sole guide. Day’s End explores themes of loyalty, justice, and resilience with a clarity and intensity that will resonate with readers who appreciate thoughtful, suspenseful crime fiction.

With its evocative prose and sharply drawn characters, Day’s End will captivate readers of rural noir and those seeking stories that illuminate both the quiet dignity and the hidden darkness of small-town life.

Author Biography:

Garry Disher is one of Australia’s most prolific and celebrated crime writers, widely regarded for his nuanced portrayals of rural life and keen psychological insight. Known internationally, Disher has gained accolades for his work, including:

  • Award-Winning Legacy: With over 50 novels and short story collections, Disher’s work has earned him numerous awards, such as the Ned Kelly Award for Best Crime Fiction. His ability to blend suspense with social commentary has garnered a dedicated global readership.

  • Master of Rural Noir: Disher’s novels, especially the Hirsch series, delve into the complexities of Australia’s rural communities, showcasing their stark landscapes, hidden dangers, and unique character dynamics. He brings an authenticity and intensity to the genre that resonates with both Australian and international audiences.

  • Versatile Storytelling: Disher’s work spans genres from crime and historical fiction to children’s books, demonstrating a literary dexterity that appeals to readers across the spectrum. His clear, evocative prose invites readers into lives rarely glimpsed, making his stories hauntingly memorable.

With Day’s End, Disher returns to the rural noir landscape he navigates so expertly, deepening his exploration of justice, loyalty, and the fragility of human connections.

(9781922458827)

SKU 9781922458827
Barcode # 9781922458827
Brand Text Publishing
Artist / Author Garry Disher
Shipping Weight 0.5400kg
Shipping Width 0.020m
Shipping Height 0.320m
Shipping Length 0.240m
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