Robert Goddard was born in Hampshire and read History at Cambridge. His first novel, Past Caring, was an instant bestseller. Since then his books have captivated readers worldwide with their edge-of-the-seat pace and their labyrinthine plotting. His first Harry Barnett novel, Into the Blue, was winner of the first WHSmith Thumping Good Read Award and was dramatized for TV, starring John Thaw.
'An excellent story told with remarkable skill' * Canberra Times * 'One of my favourite books of the year...I recommend it to all ages and both sexes' * Today * 'A novel of numerous twists and turns and surprises' * Sunday Telegraph * 'A superbly plotted romantic thriller' * New York Times Book Review *