Bad Luck A Zack Walker Mystery #3 by Linwood Barclay

Bad Luck (A Zack Walker Mystery #3) by Linwood Barclay is a sharp, fast-paced thriller that combines humour, danger, and domestic chaos in equal measure.

Zack Walker, family man and crime reporter turned reluctant investigator, just can’t seem to stay out of trouble. What begins as a straightforward assignment quickly unravels into something far darker — a deadly case involving missing money, ruthless criminals, and one very unlucky amateur sleuth.

Barclay’s trademark blend of suspense and comedy shines through as Zack blunders and battles his way toward the truth, all while trying to keep his family safe. With snappy dialogue, well-drawn characters, and plenty of unexpected twists, Bad Luck delivers a mystery that’s as entertaining as it is edge-of-your-seat thrilling.

Perfect for readers who enjoy:
• Smart, fast-moving mystery thrillers
• Stories with humour and everyday heroes
• The Zack Walker series (Bad Move, Bad Guys, Bad Luck, Bad News)
• Authors such as Harlan Coben, Carl Hiaasen, and Janet Evanovich

Keywords: Bad Luck by Linwood Barclay, Zack Walker Mystery series, comedic thriller, crime fiction, humorous mystery novel, Linwood Barclay book

Publisher’s Synopsis:

*THIS BOOK WAS PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED IN THE USA UNDER THE TITLE LONE WOLF*

Zack Walker Mystery# 3

Journalist, family man, and paranoid writer Zack Walker visits his father’s lakeside fishing camp. But the fresh air, childhood memories and peaceful contemplation are ruined when a body is found.

Locals say the mutilated corpse must have been the victim of a random bear attack. But Zack Walker, as always, fears the worst.

When another body is discovered, it seems there is a more deadly predator on the prowl. A Lone Wolf killer who is hell-bent on laying siege to the idyllic town.

The fuse is lit and time is running out. Zack must face down a madman – or find out first-hand what the grand finale is . . .