'The sense of mounting dread would be unbearable were it not for Billingham's black humour that somehow highlights rather than undermines his sensitive depiction of the consequences of crime. The Murder Book [is] a brilliant thriller by a writer at the top of his game'
- Mark Sanderson, The Times
'Another tense, taut and meticulously planned story, shimmering with edgy originality and depth. Crime fans know Billingham is a formidable talent'
- Adele Parks
'A notable rival for the title of Britain's leading male crime novelist'
- Financial Times
'Brilliant' - Daily Express
'Tom Thorne is one of the most credible and engaging heroes in contemporary crime fiction. Mark Billingham is a master'
- Ian Rankin
'Mark Billingham is one the biggest names in crime fiction and one the genre's most formidable talents'
- Peter James