Dangerous Secrets. A Web of Lies.
Secrets have a way of unravelling. When Laura’s husband, Tom, dies suddenly, the shocking autopsy results make her question everything she thought she knew about him. Then documents detailing Tom’s research into his employer’s Iraqi operations are stolen from his home office.
Laura investigates, navigating a treacherous landscape where the lines between trust and betrayal blur. Every step brings her closer to the truth, but also deeper into a deadly conspiracy involving organised crime and corruption. The stakes are high. Powerful people will kill to protect their secrets and maintain their hold on power.
Will Laura expose the truth and keep herself and her family safe? Or will she become the next victim in a dangerous game of deceit and betrayal?
A standalone Australian mystery suspense thriller in the style of Deadly Secrets. A novel with drama and intrigue.
Editorial Reviews:
Editorial Reviews:
“H.R. Kemp takes us on a complex and intriguing journey. It is a complex story … but this is well-rewarded as the twists and turns untangle toward its conclusion. Laura is a worthy heroine who will stop at nothing to protect her family, and the mature-aged protagonist is a welcome addition to the genre … races to a satisfying and surprising conclusion. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants a thriller with depth.
David Cameron for Readers’ Favorite – 5 Stars
"Lethal Legacy is a fast paced and intelligent political thriller, set in the corrupt heart of Australia's corridors of power. A compelling read."
Richard Beasley, author of the Peter Tanner thrillers and Hell Has Harbour Views (adapted for TV). Also, author of the non-fiction, Dead in the Water.
"A fantastic, complex tale … a really intriguing, engaging, and compelling book."
Barry W Litherland, author of Waves Break (on Unknown Shores), Shifting Sands, Breakers, and many more.
"An interesting Australian political thriller, it's a keeper, add it to your bookshelf."
Richard Evans, Former federal MP and author of Democracy Trilogy
Other books by H.R. Kemp
I live in Adelaide, South Australia, although I grew up in country areas near Melbourne.
I'm the author of Deadly Secrets, an Australian political conspiracy mystery thriller novel. My second conspiracy mystery thriller novel, Lethal Legacy is due to be released in April 2022.
My short stories have appeared in the UK anthology ‘When Stars Will Shine’, the Australian anthology ‘Fledglings’, the Canadian Scarlet Leaf Review Magazine, and in the UK Writers’ and Readers’ Magazine
After taking early retirement, I successfully completed a Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing at Adelaide University. It gave wings to my desire to write. Over the years, I'd completed numerous creative writing courses at Writers SA and WEA to learn the craft.
My public service career spanned roles as diverse as Management Trainer, Team Facilitator, Statistician, and Laboratory Assistant. It was a perfect background to writing conspiracy thrillers. My first degree, Bachelor of Science, Chemistry, and a Graduate Diploma in Education help with researching plots too.
My other passions include traveling and discovering new places. I've had the opportunity to visit many fabulous countries and cities around the world. I keep a daily travel journal and take copious photos, all of which inspire scenes for my stories e.g. Deadly Secrets begins in Paris and has scenes set in Normandy, Nice, and Barcelona before returning to Australia. I’m an avid theatre-goer and subscribe to the Adelaide State Theatre company. I enjoy art exhibitions and galleries and of course, I love to read. In March each year, I take full advantage of the Adelaide Writers' festival to discover new authors and to hear my favorites. Some of the writers I admire are Elliot Perlman, Anna Funder, John le Carré, Scott Turow, and Peter Temple.
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