Drought

Fiction & Literature, Horror, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Mystery & Suspense, Thrillers
Cover of the book Drought by Graham Masterton, Severn House Publishers
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Graham Masterton ISBN: 9781780105482
Publisher: Severn House Publishers Publication: December 20, 2014
Imprint: Severn House Language: English
Author: Graham Masterton
ISBN: 9781780105482
Publisher: Severn House Publishers
Publication: December 20, 2014
Imprint: Severn House
Language: English

A chilling supernatural tale—with an environmental twist—from a master of modern horror.

What would happen if the water ran out?

Ex-Marine Martin Makepeace only learned the truth of the maxim that you don’t know what you have until you lose it, the day his wife walked out on him with their two kids. Now, the social worker does his best to take care of those who need it most.

But good deeds mean nothing when the water just . . . disappears. It hasn’t rained for months, and now, in the height of summer, the taps run dry. And not, as they first suspect, because of a burst water main. In the deprived areas where Martin works, the water’s been intentionally cut off. And it’s his job, he discovers, to tell the families he cares for not to panic.

Martin soon has more problems than lack of water. His daughter is sick with fever. And as riots over bottled water start, Martin’s teenage son is framed, and arrested, for a terrible crime. Soon Martin is left with no choice but to take drastic action to save his family, while corrupt politicians try and use the situation to their advantage, with calamitous results . . .

“Another captivating novel from an author who seems to be able to turn nearly any idea into a compelling story.” —Booklist

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

A chilling supernatural tale—with an environmental twist—from a master of modern horror.

What would happen if the water ran out?

Ex-Marine Martin Makepeace only learned the truth of the maxim that you don’t know what you have until you lose it, the day his wife walked out on him with their two kids. Now, the social worker does his best to take care of those who need it most.

But good deeds mean nothing when the water just . . . disappears. It hasn’t rained for months, and now, in the height of summer, the taps run dry. And not, as they first suspect, because of a burst water main. In the deprived areas where Martin works, the water’s been intentionally cut off. And it’s his job, he discovers, to tell the families he cares for not to panic.

Martin soon has more problems than lack of water. His daughter is sick with fever. And as riots over bottled water start, Martin’s teenage son is framed, and arrested, for a terrible crime. Soon Martin is left with no choice but to take drastic action to save his family, while corrupt politicians try and use the situation to their advantage, with calamitous results . . .

“Another captivating novel from an author who seems to be able to turn nearly any idea into a compelling story.” —Booklist

More books from Severn House Publishers

Cover of the book No Second Chance by Graham Masterton
Cover of the book Dead in the Dog by Graham Masterton
Cover of the book Mr Campion's Farewell by Graham Masterton
Cover of the book After Clare by Graham Masterton
Cover of the book Silver Guilt by Graham Masterton
Cover of the book Death Trap by Graham Masterton
Cover of the book Mr Campion's Visit by Graham Masterton
Cover of the book Community by Graham Masterton
Cover of the book Rest Assured by Graham Masterton
Cover of the book Dancer in the Flames by Graham Masterton
Cover of the book The Cuckoo's Child by Graham Masterton
Cover of the book Classic in the Clouds by Graham Masterton
Cover of the book Hardcastle's Obsession by Graham Masterton
Cover of the book Standing Still by Graham Masterton
Cover of the book Season of Sacrifice by Graham Masterton
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy