Waking the Tiger

Set in 1939 Singapore, Mark Wightman's debut novel follows Inspector Max Betancourt as he investigates the mysterious death of a young Japanese woman found by the dockside, marked by a distinctive tiger tattoo. Relegated to a less glamorous division after personal tragedy, Betancourt's curiosity leads him into a darker world beneath the city's surface, putting him in conflict with powerful figures and uncovering unsettling truths. The book has been recognized with nominations for notable crime fiction awards and is praised for its authentic setting and engaging protagonist.