Donny

Name: Donny
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ISBN: 9781764384407

An undercover cop with a deathwish

Todd Maguire

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English

Todd Maguire
07 February 2026

True crime; Drugs trade & trafficking; Coping with death & bereavement

Behind the accolades was a man navigating unimaginable grief. Following the sudden and tragic suicide of his de facto partner, Karen, in early 2000, Todd Maguire spiralled into a period of deep emotional turmoil and self-destruction. Numbed by pain and guilt, he turned to alcohol, drugs and high-risk undercover work as a way of coping or perhaps escaping altogether. In a classic plot twist from the norm of suicide by cop, this cop wanted the crooks to end the pain for him.

That's when Donny Wilson was born. Donny wasn't just an alias; he was a new skin, a shield, a way to survive. He was Todd, in a trench coat, with a dodgy haircut and a badge, living life on the edge. Over the following two years, Donny embedded himself within dangerous criminal organisations, willingly placing his life on the line in search of redemption or even a final release. As he got deeper into Queensland's criminal underworld, he was forced to confront not only the darkness around him but also the darkness within, battling demons of guilt, grief, and a heart gone cold.

This book isn't a guide to getting life right in a few simple steps-it's a raw, honest account of how badly it can go when you don't, thrown in with a bit of humour. A map of missteps. Rather, it's a reminder that even when you lose yourself, it's still possible to claw something back.

This is a story about how quickly life can turn-the highs and lows, the heartbreaks, the laughs, the near misses, and the tiny wins that keep you going.

By: Todd Maguire
Imprint: Todd Maguire
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 26mm
Weight: 685g
ISBN: 9781764384407
ISBN 10: 1764384407
Pages: 382
Publication Date: 07 February 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Todd Maguire's retirement from the Queensland Police Service in 2023 marked the end of a remarkable twenty-seven-year career dedicated to serving his community. His extensive experience included deep undercover operations, criminal investigations, bomb detection, counter-terrorism trainer and tactical crime operations, where he served across the state. As a Detective, Todd spent the majority of his life at the pointy end of Policing, chasing drug traffickers, and solving major and serious crime.Todd has positively impacted countless lives, particularly through his efforts to combat dangerous drugs and organised crime. Through his commitment and bravery, Todd Maguire made significant contributions public safety and the fight against crime in Queensland.