The Shadows Watch

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‘Jack Roney has done it again. His latest crime thriller in the detective Jarrod O’Connor series, The Shadows Watch, once again projects the reader into a world of the deepest evil. The word ‘project’ is more than appropriate since Jack mercilessly throws his reader, headlong, into his narrative in his more than captivating prologue: ‘The water surface bubbled and frothed. Ringlets expanded like ink on blotting paper. There was no splashing. Tom never surfaced.’ As they say in the classics: Read on…’ Gary Crew, Professor Emeritus (Creative Writing) University of the Sunshine Coast, Author of 'The Watertower' and 'In The Secret Place'

‘With plenty of action and realism, this book delves into the psyche of crime victims and those who feel the justice system is lacking, and the importance of protecting vulnerable children. It also shows the complications of tailing a suspect while having young children in tow, and how difficult it is to keep secrets from your live-in mother-in-law! Roney draws together a cast of varied and well-rounded characters to show the challenging, dangerous and human side of detective work.’ Eileen O’Hely, Author

‘The Shadows Watch is a gut wrenching and heart-breaking fast-paced novel that will keep you hooked and wanting more. Jarrod’s story will have you crying, screaming, and laughing, all within its 245 pages. If you are a fan of thrilling crime action and page turning twists, The Shadows Watch is one that you won’t be able to put down.’ Paris Thompson, Reviewer

'The Shadow Watch is a traditional detective novel and who better to tell the tale than ex-cop, Jack Roney? Action-packed and emotive the reader always feels in the safe hands of an expert. Roney’s many years of experience in law enforcement and as an ABC police consultant on Harrow show through.  The Shadow Watch is a fly-on-the-wall look at policing and the monstrous parts of humanity only first responders experience. Detective Jarrod O’Connor is compassionate and sensitive to the victims and their families. The final instalment in the Detective O’Connor series provides a satisfying conclusion to the trilogy.'  Eila Jameson-Avey, Author of 'Wellworth'

‘Roney’s writing puts you in the front seat of the action in this fast-paced story of choices and consequences. Peppered with charming imagery of the Australian countryside, at each gripping moment you are nonetheless invited to stop and enjoy the view.’ Gabrielle Davis, Author of 'Road to Freedom'

'The final book in the series is breathtaking. Worth the wait. I was fortunate enough to read an advance copy and I can’t wait to hear what others have to say about the series finale. The authenticity in the writing makes it obvious that Jack Roney was himself a working detective. I predict that Jack Roney’s author status will rise quickly.' Cate Sawyer, Author

'A nail-biting finish to an epic trilogy, as the stakes rise ever higher, Detective Jarrod O’Connor faces down his most dangerous trial yet. I read this in one go, then had to read it all again, this book delivers on its promises.' Nita Delgado, Editor

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