The Unbelieved

In the coastal town of Deception Bay, Senior Detective Antigone Pollard seeks refuge from past mistakes but soon finds herself embroiled in a series of unsettling sexual attacks that reveal deep-seated secrets and silence within the community. As she investigates, she faces disbelief and obstacles from locals, uncovering a chilling and complex web of denial, fear, and unspoken truths. Winner of the 2022 Allen & Unwin Crime Fiction Prize, this gripping novel offers a compelling look at crime and resilience in a small-town setting.