An Evening of Crime Fiction with a Real-Life Police Background, 19 March | Event in Leeds | AllEvents

An Evening of Crime Fiction with a Real-Life Police Background

Truman Books

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Thu, 19 Mar, 2026 at 06:30 pm

2.5 hours

95 Town Street, Farsley, Leeds

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Thu, 19 Mar, 2026 at 06:30 pm to 09:00 pm (GMT)

95 Town Street, Farsley

97 Town Street, Leeds, LS12 3HD, United Kingdom

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An Evening of Crime Fiction with a Real-Life Police Background
Join Neil Lancaster, a former Military Policeman and Met Detective, turned bestselling author, for the release of his new book The Dark Heart.

Neil’s authentic crime-writing style stems from his police background, investigating serious crimes in the capital and beyond. Dark Heart is Neil’s latest nail-biting suspense thriller, perfect for fans of procedural crime-writing.

We’re set to discover how Neil has taken his time as a covert policing specialist, using all manner of techniques to investigate and disrupt major crime and criminals, to create a gripping series featuring protagonist DS Max Craigie.


About the Book

A DEADLY BOMBING
When renowned author Dr. Daniel Solomon is killed in a devastating explosion in York, authorities quickly attribute the attack to Islamic extremists. But as the investigation unfolds, it becomes clear that all is not as it seems.

A DARK CONSPIRACY
DS Max Craigie uncovers a chilling connection between a series of brutal murders, each victim linked by a secret that someone is determined to protect.

A DANGEROUS GAME
With the number of victims growing and an elusive figure known as The Cashier operating in the shadows, Max must navigate a web of corruption and hatred. Can he unravel the truth before more lives are lost?

About the Author

Neil Lancaster is the No. 1 digital bestselling author of both the Tom Novak and Max Craigie series. His first Craigie novel, Dead Man’s Grave, was longlisted for the 2021 McIlvanney Prize for Best Scottish Crime Book of the Year. The second Craigie novel, The Blood Tide, topped several ebook and audio charts. It was also longlisted for the 2022 McIlvanney Prize and shortlisted for Best New Series at the Dead Good Reader Awards.

Neil served as a military policeman and worked for the Metropolitan Police as a detective, investigating serious crimes in the capital and beyond. As a covert policing specialist, he used all manner of techniques to investigate and disrupt major crime and criminals. He now lives in the Scottish Highlands, writes crime and thriller novels and works as a broadcaster and commentator on true crime documentaries. He is an expert on two Sky Crime TV series, Meet, Marry, Murder and Made for Murder.

‘Non-stop action, breakneck pace, deliciously suspenseful… When Shadows Fall was my first DS Max Craigie book and won’t be my last – I loved it.’ – Andrea Mara

‘A good old police procedural… I was pleasantly terrified.’ – The Guardian


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An Evening of Crime Fiction with a Real-Life Police Background, 19 March | Event in Leeds | AllEvents
An Evening of Crime Fiction with a Real-Life Police Background
Thu, 19 Mar, 2026 at 06:30 pm