A missing girl. A rainforest under siege. And a tracker who just became the hunted.From Dwight Holing, the bestselling author of the award-winning Nick Drake mystery series, comes a gripping, standalone eco-thriller where Nature and Noir collide.When oil drillers invade an ancestral homeland in the Amazon, a young Indigenous girl named Blue Macaw vanishes without a trace. The stakes turn deadly when her brother is framed for the brutal murder of a corporate executive. Desperate for justice, a relentless activist convinces Jess Parks-a man with a lethal set of search-and-rescue skills-to plunge into the jungle, find Blue Macaw, and expose the real killer.
But Jess quickly learns he isn't the only one tracking her.
From the gritty asphalt of the big city to the deepest, most dangerous corners of the rainforest, Jess is forced into a high-stakes game of cat-and-mouse. To survive, he must outrun a ruthless pack of mercenaries, untangle a web of corporate greed, and learn the ancient secrets of an isolated tribe to win their trust.
In a world where human ambition knows no bounds, can one man deliver justice before the jungle swallows the truth forever?
Why Readers Are Hooked on Hard Blue Empty:
- The Perfect Blend of Genres: A masterclass in environmental suspense, combining the grit of traditional noir with the raw beauty of nature writing.
- High-Stakes Action: A breathless, page-turning chase through one of the most perilous landscapes on Earth.
- A Complex, Relentless Protagonist: Fans of rugged, skilled trackers will find their new favorite hero in Jess Parks.
"An adventurous thrill ride that masterfully weaves compelling characters and heart-pounding suspense. It will keep you guessing until the very last page."
About the Author :
Dwight Holing is the author of twenty books, including two bestselling mystery series: the multiple award-winning Nick Drake Novels and the Jack McCoul Capers. He is an active member of the Mystery Writers of America, Western Writers of America, and Sisters in Crime, where he serves on the board of directors for the Capital Crimes chapter. His novels have earned numerous accolades, including a CLUE Grand Prize for Best Thriller & Suspense, a Silver Falchion and Laramie awards for Best Western, a Gold IPPY for Best Suspense/Thriller, and an IABC Silver Medal for Best Mystery & Thriller. Dwight lives beside a coastal river in California with his wife and their two dogs, who would both much rather swim than walk. Learn: dwightholing.com Follow: @Dwight_Holing Like: facebook.com/dwight.holing
