{"title":"Nick Triplow","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the evocative works of Nick Triplow, a seasoned author whose gripping narratives and meticulous research make for a captivating read. Known for his insightful biography and thrilling crime fiction, Triplow’s works delve into the depths of criminal psychology and the broader social influences that have shaped pivotal moments in history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGetting Carter\u003c\/em\u003e is a standout in Triplow’s repertoire, offering a riveting biography that unpacks the life of Jack Carter's creator, Ted Lewis, a key figure in British noir. This acclaimed work not only chronicles Lewis's turbulent life but also provides a rich, historical perspective on crime fiction as a genre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eNever Walk Away\u003c\/em\u003e, Triplow captivates readers with a taut crime thriller that explores themes of secrecy and loyalty within a tightly knit community. His deft storytelling and striking character portrayals keep readers on the edge of their seats, marking him as a master of suspense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the realms of \u003cstrong\u003eBiography \u0026amp; Memoir\u003c\/strong\u003e as well as \u003cstrong\u003eCrime \u0026amp; Thriller\u003c\/strong\u003e, Nick Triplow's books are a must-read for anyone passionate about intricate narratives that intertwine personal stories with larger societal issues. Dive into his works to experience an unforgettable journey through time, crime, and human complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"getting-carter-by-nick-triplow-9780857303417","title":"Getting Carter","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe story of Ted Lewis carries historical and cultural resonances for our own troubled times\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTed Lewis is one of the most important writers you've never heard of. Born in Manchester in 1940, he grew up in the tough environs of post-war Humberside, attending Hull College of Arts and Crafts before heading for London. His life described a cycle of obscurity to glamour and back to obscurity, followed by death at only 42. He sampled the bright temptations of sixties London while working in advertising, TV and films and he encountered excitement and danger in Soho drinking dens, rubbing shoulders with the 'East End boys' in gangland haunts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHe wrote for Z Cars and had some nine books published. Alas, unable to repeat the commercial success of \u003cem\u003eGet Carter\u003c\/em\u003e, Lewis's life fell apart, his marriage ended and he returned to Humberside and an all too early demise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGetting Carter\u003c\/em\u003e is a meticulously researched and riveting account of the career of a doomed genius. Long-time admirer Nick Triplow has fashioned a thorough, sympathetic and unsparing narrative. Required reading for noirists, this book will enthral and move anyone who finds irresistible the old cocktail of rags to riches to rags.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46627351691500,"sku":"9780857303417","price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/5959703482493.jpg?v=1751883971"},{"product_id":"never-walk-away-by-nick-triplow-9780857305626","title":"Never Walk Away","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eLike a darker, grimier version of Mick Herron's Slough House novels, this is a highly promising debut.\u003c\/em\u003e Mail on Sunday\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eMesmerising.\u003c\/em\u003e The Financial Times\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA senior civil servant dies in suspicious circumstances. A sensitive file in his possession and evidence of contact with a human rights lawyer lead the authorities to believe he is a whistle-blower. This requires a police officer used to operating in the murky world between policing and intelligence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDS Mark (Max) Lomax is a former Special Demonstration Squad officer—a Special Branch unit dedicated to infiltrating political and extremist groups, a world he thinks he has left far behind. Following a botched stakeout of a north London gangster, he finds himself on enforced leave and is called back into his old world of half-truths and conflicting agendas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs he digs into the death of the civil servant, Max is obstructed at every turn, forcing him to turn to the people he once betrayed for help. With political reputations on the line, the case becomes less about uncovering the truth than burying it for good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46674724880620,"sku":"9780857305626","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/5981793482493.jpg?v=1752918447"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/nick-triplow.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}