Softly Calls the Devil

Winner of the NZ Booklovers Award for Best Adult Fiction, "Softly Calls the Devil" is a gripping crime thriller set on New Zealand's remote West Coast. It follows constable Matt Buchanan as he investigates the mysterious death of a beloved predecessor and untangles a complex web of secrets within a tight-knit community, all amid a backdrop of stunning but treacherous natural landscapes. With tension rising and danger mounting, Matt faces his own demons while uncovering truths that could threaten everyone he cares about. This fast-paced, richly woven story combines procedural detail with deep character exploration, delivering a compelling and authentic rural noir experience.