William Shaw has been shortlisted for the CWA Historical Dagger, longlisted for the Theakstons Crime Novel of the Year and nominated for a Barry Award. A regular at festivals, he organises panel talks and CWA events across the south east. His books include the acclaimed Breen & Tozer crime series set in sixties London, the newest series featuring DS Alexandra Cupidi, and the standalone bestseller The Birdwatcher. He worked as a journalist for over twenty years and lives in Brighton.
Shaw's novels combine a strong central character with an atmospheric setting and original plots. * Sunday Times * The Trawlerman is an excellent, totally absorbing crime novel which can only augment the reputations of William Shaw. * Shotsmag * [A] terrifically atmospheric thriller mixing a twisting plot with a considered meditation on the lasting effects of close contact with violence * Daily Mail * Atmospheric descriptions of the coast and landscape, a cast of believable characters and a twisty plot combine to create an engaging read. * Choice Magazine * Pacey, intense and riddled with gripping twists * Surrey Life * This book is filled with surprising twists and, on one of the hottest days this summer, I read it in one sitting. I just didn't want to put this page-turner down. * North East Magazine * This book is filled with surprising twists and, on one of the hottest days this summer, I read it in one sitting. I just didn't want to put this page-turner down. * North East Magazine *