To the River

Blue, the wonderful dog companion, is a really fabulous secondary character…To The River builds up steam and draws the reader in, not least because of its sense of place. You can feel the hot, clammy Australian weather, the ebbs and flows of the river reflected in the way the story is told.

RNZ Nine to Noon

Sabine and Rachel find a semblance of common ground in their quests for vindication and justice. A hectic thriller with a dog one has to adore.

SA Weekend

‘Wakefield's writing is both sublime and tense.’

Booklist

‘Heartrending and heart pounding. At times beautiful and graceful, at times propulsive and frantic—just like a river.’

Michelle Prak, author of The Rush

‘An atmospheric mystery with layer upon layer of secrets. Two flawed women discover how much they are willing to risk when justice is not equal and the system is not there to protect them.’

Dinuka McKenzie

‘A rollicking, fast-paced ride that builds to the perfect climax, with twists and turns along the way...Vikki Wakefield is a masterful writer with complete control over her characters.’

Books+Publishing

‘Whether you are an established crime reader or are seeking an introduction to the genre, To the River is a gripping read with a storyline that is easy enough to follow even if you put it down for a few days—though you may not want to put it down at all.’

InReview

‘A blast...If you enjoy Australian crime or find yourself in the mood for a psychological thriller, then I highly recommend To The River…A cracking read!’

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