Meet an Author: Chris Hammer

Chris Hammer returns to Gold Coast Libraries with his latest epic and unforgettable story of intrigue and revenge, love and redemption.

Travis Somerland is a man accustomed to danger but nothing can prepare him for the peril, the intrigue or the ruthlessness that confront him at Montechino. Or the murders.

Montechino: part palace and part fortress, the secluded estate of the uber-wealthy Claptons, modern-day robber barons who live by the credo: business is arithmetic, not morality.

Now Travis finds himself entangled in the ultimate power struggle, generations in the making, as the Claptons challenge the authority of one of the country’s most formidable families. Can he survive the dynastic rivalries to bring some measure of justice to an unjust world?

Chris Hammer is a leading Australian author of crime fiction with sales of over 1.5 million copies around the world. His first novel, Scrublands, was an instant bestseller when it was published in mid-2018 and won the prestigious UK Crime Writers Association John Creasey Award for best debut crime novel in 2019. Scrublands was also made into a hit television series.
Before turning to fiction, Chris was a journalist for more than thirty years, dividing his career between covering Australian federal politics and international affairs.

Don’t miss this chance to meet one of Australia’s leading crime fiction authors – book your free tickets today.

Getting there

Broadbeach Library is a 10 minute walk from the Broadbeach South tram station. Consider using public transport or active travel. Plan your trip with the Translink journey planner.

Parking at the library is limited to 2 hours between 8am and 5pm. Additional parking is available at Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, directly across the road.