Never Look Back (Mike Lockyer Novels) - Hardcover

After ten years in London, working for a City law firm, CLARE DONOGHUE moved back to her home town in Somerset to undertake an MA in creative writing at Bath Spa University. In 2011 the initial chapters of Never Look Back, previously entitled Chasing Shadows, were longlisted for the CWA Debut Dagger award. Never Look Back is Clare's first novel.

“Donoghue melds a stunning plot with rich characterizations and imaginative prose...to create an affecting story that builds to a heart-pounding and heart-wrenching conclusion.” ―Richmond Times-Dispatch

“An excellent procedural debut with depth of characterization and plenty of suspense.” ―Kirkus

“Excellent...Each carefully planned chapter adds to the excitement with its attention to detail. Jane and Mike aren't always in sync, which adds another dimension to the story, and Mike's relationship with his autistic brother adds an interesting aspect to his personality. The climax is shocking and unexpected.” ―RT Book Reviews (4 stars)

“A gutsy, gruesome, and compelling thriller.” ―Booklist

“Donoghue's ability to generate some scary atmospherics and sympathy for her characters suggests she has what it takes to build a solid detective series.” ―Publishers Weekly

“An atmospheric, authentic police story...a cracker of a book.” ―Elizabeth Haynes, international bestselling author of Into the Darkest Corner

“Tension so delicious you'll feel your scalp tingle as you read far, far into the night. A compelling debut that blends the dark fog of a London killing spree with characters and descriptions that make you feel like you're reading a newspaper rather than a novel. Bravo!” ―Shane Gericke, national bestselling author of Torn Apart

“A scintillating debut. It's clever and compelling, and anchored by a host of vividly drawn characters. But be warned: the end of the novel delivers a series of shocks that will surprise and startle even the most dedicated thriller reader. You won't be able to put this one down.” ―David Bell, author of Cemetery Girl

“An assured and shocking debut from a talent to watch.” ―David Hewson, author of The Killing