Books by David Swinson

The third book in the Frank Marr series. For fans of Mark Billingham and Jeffery Deaver.

'The writing throws sparks, and the ferocious plot peels back layer after layer of Frank's character as we - and he - find out how much of his humanity is still left' Tana French'A gripping, authentic tale (the author is an ex-cop) of a man's journey into the heart of darkness that will appeal to fans of The Wire' ShortlistHe's a good detective... with a bad habit.Frank Marr may be a decorated former cop and an excellent private investigator, but Washington DC doesn't know his dirty secret.Frank has managed to keep his drug habit hidden. But after accidentally rescuing a kidnapped teenage girl, he's thrust into the spotlight. Reluctantly, he agrees to investigate another - possibly connected - disappearance, all the time knowing that the heightened scrutiny may expose him...The Second Girl is a raw, real and incredible thriller from a former DC Major Crimes detective.