Blood On His Hands

A cold hand on the conscience a murder that refuses to be forgotten. Blood On His Hands pulls readers into a taut, atmospheric whodunit where motive, memory, and guilt collide. Max Afford s gripping mystery novel unfolds as a layered crime thriller and psychological suspense tale set against the moody backdrop of 1930s detective fiction. When a shocking murder shatters a seemingly ordinary life, a determined investigator pieces together a web of secrets, misdirection, and human frailty. The story balances classic detective story mechanics with an uncanny attention to character psychology, keeping readers racing from clue to revelation while never losing its quietly unsettling moral core. Long prized by collectors yet out of print for decades, this Alpha Editions release restores Afford s vintage thriller for today s readers and future generations. Meticulously remastered and presented as more than a simple reprint, this edition is a cultural treasure a collector s item that honors the author s craft and the era s noir sensibility. Perfect for fans of classic mystery, crime investigation, and vintage thrillers, Blood On His Hands will satisfy lovers of detective stories and newcomers drawn to psychological suspense alike. Rediscover a cornerstone of Australian authorial voice and 1930s detective fiction: a timeless murder mystery revived and ready to be devoured. Keywords: mystery novel, crime thriller, detective story, Max Afford book, classic mystery, whodunit, psychological suspense, 1930s detective fiction, murder mystery, crime investigation, vintage thriller, Australian author.