This book, "Billy Summers" by Stephen King, is a gripping and unpredictable tale that follows the journey of Billy, a professional killer for hire. But don't be fooled by the surface-level description, for this story delves deep into themes of love, fate, and a complex hero's shot at redemption. With King's masterful storytelling and unexpected twists, this book will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. Prepare to be captivated by the unforeseen depths of this thrilling and compelling novel.

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• Barry Award Nominee for Best Novel (2022)
• Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Mystery & Thriller (2021)

The perfect crime doesn't exist. The perfect getaway . . . that's another story.Billy Summers is a killer for hire. He's among the best snipers in the world, a decorated Iraq war vet who can blend into any neighbourhood and disappear after the shot is taken. But he'll only agree to a contract if the target is a truly bad guy.Now Billy wants out. But first he's offered one final job - an offer which is just too big to refuse.As the days count down to the hit, Billy senses something is wrong. He doesn't yet know just how wrong, or about the woman who will help him try to set things right.Part thriller, part war story, part lyrical portrait of small-town America, Billy Summers is about a good man in a bad job, with one last shot at redemption'A compelling and engrossing read' - Sunday Express'Adventurously shape-shifting yet always disciplined . . . dazzling' - The Sunday Times

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