The White Crow

As the daughter of a London crime boss, Police Constable Philomena McCarthy walks a thin blue line keeping the two sides of her complicated life apart.

On patrol one night she discovers a child in pyjamas, wandering alone. Taking Daisy home, Phil uncovers the aftermath of a deadly home invasion, as three miles away a prominent jeweller is found strapped to an explosive in his ransacked store.

The crimes are linked, and all the evidence points to Phil’s father as the mastermind.

Phil’s two worlds are colliding, trapping her in the middle of a vicious gang war that will threaten her career and everyone she loves.

Who can she trust – the badge or her own blood?

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“One of the most memorable mysteries in recent memory…Robotham has done it again with The White Crow.”

Better Reading (Australia)

“The plot is sleek and elegant, with interlocking story lines that culminate in a big, bloody finale. Readers will be sold on the prospect of another Philomena McCarthy mystery even before they put this one down.”

US Publisher’s Weekly (starred review)

“This is another standout thriller from Robotham. Fans of Peter Swanson and Liz Moore will delight in the complex characters and layered plotlines that he delivers.”

US Library Journal

“Michael Robotham is Australia’s premier crime writer and has deservedly earned world-wide acclaim and awards… This is a fast paced, highly accomplished crime novel with plenty of excitement and surprises…topped off with a neat final twist.”

Canberra Times

“The White Crow is taut, smart, gritty, with twists and turns and compulsively readable.

My only warning: don’t open the first chapter unless you’ve cleared your schedule. It’s that addictive.”

Good Reading Magazine (Australia)

“Aussie crime master Michael Robotham delivers yet another thriller loaded with twists and turns… little wonder he has sold more than eight million books.”

Geelong Advertiser

“Definitely his most exciting novel to date. Highly recommended.”

Murder and Mayhem Blog – Jeff Popple

“Tense, fast moving and hard to put down.”

The Belfast Herald

“The research is impeccable, the plot simple: a kind of Good versus Evil, building to a fiery shoot-out… The White Crow is a rampant romp.”

SHOTS Crime & Thriller Magazine (UK)

“Tension imbues this dark tale, with action reaching a scary crescendo… End-to-end excitement for crime fans.”

Kirkus Reviews (US, starred)

“A stunning crime novel.”

Booklist (US)

“Tense, fast-moving and hard to put down.”

Belfast Telegraph

“It’s another tour de force from Michael Robotham.”

Linwood Barclay

“No one does suspense better.”

Stephen King
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