BRONTE NEEDS A PLACE TO LIE LOW.
She posted a drunken rant that went horrifically viral. Now – jobless, friendless and broke – she’s forced to volunteer as a carer on an isolated rural property. She won’t be paid for looking after dementia sufferer Nell, but at least she’ll have a place to stay.
Bronte’s host is Nell’s daughter Veda, who runs spiritual rebirthing retreats. She also claims the rights of a sovereign citizen and rejects the authority of the state, refusing even to register her car. She has acquired a small but devoted following.
Are they harmless cranks, with their conspiracy theories and outrage at government overreach? Or dangerously paranoid domestic terrorists? And what is the dark secret that Nell, in her confusion, keeps harking back to?
Bronte, increasingly uneasy, would be getting far away from the whole place – if she had anywhere else to go.
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andPanic
‘Fast and furious, moving from one crisis to another in the blink of an eye…[Panic] delivers everything readers of thrillers require.’
‘The story maintains a palpable sense of unease throughout, interspersed with moments of wry humour…Offers an engaging read—with well-drawn characters—that will appeal to readers of Shelley Burr, Garry Disher and Jane Harper.’
‘5 stars. Action-packed and exciting…I can highly recommend it!’
‘An enthralling thriller that is difficult to put down…Readers who enjoy gripping suspense, a social media background and conspiracy theories, are sure to get a thrill from Panic.’
‘An intriguing novel…Timely and relevant…[A premise that might make people think about the world a little bit more.’
‘I would recommend this book to anyone…I devoured and loved The Burrow.’
‘A tense, slow-burn thriller.’
‘Deftly explores themes of trust, manipulation and survival in an increasingly polarised world…A gripping thriller with a tense narrative…You’ll be hooked until the last page.’
‘A timely take on online mobs, conspiracy theorists, and sovereign citizens.’
‘Jinks expertly crafts a claustrophobic atmosphere [as] the tension builds to an unsettling climax…Critics have praised Jinks for her ability to create palpable fear and suspense, making Panic a page-turner that keeps readers on edge. Overall, this novel is a thought-provoking examination of trust and safety in a world rife with misinformation and fear. If you’re a fan of thrillers that delve into contemporary societal issues, Panic is a must-read.’
‘4 stars. Panic is overall another great, page-turning rural thriller from Jinks.’
‘[Panic] offers twists and turns…Thought-provoking [and] difficult to put down…Maybe we should all panic.’
‘I love the realistic depiction of siege psychology in Panic…A solid Australian crime thriller that nails the cognitive dissonance of sovereign citizen[s].’
