John Harvey lived and worked in Nottingham during the strike and witnessed the life at first hand.  His depiction of the violence and anger is both wholly authentic and riveting.  He is, as the Guardian has said ‘a master craftsman.’   

Loved by critics, readers and authors alike, John Harvey’s books have sold over 1 million copies and have been translated into more than 20 languages.  The first Charlie Resnick novel, Lonely Hearts, was named by The ... Learn more