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The latest stunning thriller from the bestselling author of Scrublands and The Tilt, we have 16 copies of The Seven up for grabs.

Yuwonderie’s seven founding families have lorded it over their district for a century, growing ever more rich and powerful.

But now—in startling circumstances—one of their own is found dead in a ditch and homicide detectives Ivan Lucic and Nell Buchanan are sent to investigate.

Could the murder be connected to the execution of the victim’s friend thirty years ago—another member of The Seven—or even to the long-forgotten story of a servant girl on the brink of the Great War?

What are the secrets The Seven are so desperate to keep hidden?

With the killer still on the loose and events spiralling out of control, the closer Ivan and Nell get to discovering the truth, the more dangerous their investigation becomes. Can they crack the case before more people die?

The Seven is a compelling thriller filled with intrigue, emotional depth and an evocative sense of place—where nothing is ever quite what it seems. Chris Hammer, the acclaimed and bestselling author of the international bestsellers Scrublands, Treasure & Dirt and The Tilt, can take his place among the world’s finest crime writers.

Praise for Chris Hammer:

‘Hammer has confirmed and underlined his reputation as numbering among the very best novelists in detective fiction.’ Sydney Morning Herald

‘Chris Hammer at the height of his powers … absolutely not to be missed!’ Hayley Scrivenor, author of Dirt Town on The Tilt
‘A darkly simmering mystery, gorgeously told … Utterly brilliant.’ Dervla McTiernan, author of The Ruin and The Murder Rule

‘It would be unfair to say Chris Hammer is at the top of the crime writing game. Chris Hammer IS the game. Full Tilt may be a better title, given the speed with which readers will devour Chris Hammer’s exceptional novel.’ Benjamin Stevenson, author of Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone

‘Like everything Chris Hammer writes, The Tilt is a rich, complex thriller, packed with detail and intrigue. There’s a reason why this guy is on my auto-read list!’ Christian White, author of The Nowhere Child

‘Chris Hammer is a great writer … a leader in Australian noir.’ Michael Connelly

Please note this competition is open from 30th October 2023 until 26th November 2023 and is only available to members of Mouths Of Mums. This competition is a game of skill – answer in 50 words or less. We are unable to accept entries posted via facebook. Facebook LIKE functionality is not a requirement of entry to this competition. The winners of this competition will be published on this page. Winners’ name and address will be provided to the promoter of this competition and prizes will be sent to the address you have in Your Profile. Please ensure your details are up to date so that you receive your prize.

Winners for this competition

  1. H. BALLSA
  2. B. DowneyQLD
  3. A. WegerSA
  4. S. McgeeNSW
  5. S. MikhailNSW
  6. L. RichardsQLD
  7. J. LoganQLD
  8. M. WynterNSW
  9. J. PrehnaNSW
  10. R. OhalloranQLD
  11. J. FieldVIC
  12. C. BrauerNSW
  13. M. CameronNSW
  14. J. RobertsQLD
  15. W. FarthingVIC
  16. J. MOrganNSW
  • I have just started reading the Murder Mystery genre. would love the chance to true an author I am not familiar with.


  • I’ve just heard so much about it and would love the opportunity to read the physical book in my hands as opposed to my usual digital library.


  • I’m always looking for something new to read, especially over the Christmas holidays. Crime novels are my favourite.


  • I love a crime series and this book I hope they crack the case by the time I finish reading it. Chris Hammer is a master writer in crime


  • Love the idea of this summer break, sitting in my camp chair, under a gumtree, enjoying escaping in a great crime novel, The Seven by Chris Hammer.


  • Just love a thriller – a page turning surprise makes for a great read.


  • Contemporary and new!


  • Great way to relax and have some alone time while enjoying a great book


  • I love all this author’s previous books, he’s got a great talent that pulled me in and wanted to finish these books!


  • I have read a succession of poor randomly-picked books from the library, I’m almost crying for somethting decent for my train commute!


  • Id love to win this book I love reading various fiction books so this would be ideal


  • The Seven, Chris Hammer’s intrigue,
    Mysteries woven, suspense’s league.
    Page-turning tales, outback allure,
    A riveting read, my curiosity to assure.


  • The Seven just makes me turn the page, finish the paragraph and read that next chapter. Seven reasons to read this book.


  • We all love a good holiday read and the holidays are almost here!


  • Have recently started getting into reading and these are one I’ve been wanting for awhile would be great for. A little break


  • Nothing better than a thriller to keep me engrossed and Chris Hammer writes some good ones. Holiday reading with my feet up!


  • My girlfriend recommended this book to me but I haven’t had a chance to purchase it. I’d. Love a copy. I love Australian novels.


  • Amazing prize! I am such a lover of books and this is right up my alley! Perfect for my midnight reads when I can’t sleep, and a wonderful summer beach reads to get lost in the story and pass the day away. Sounds like my own version of paradise!


  • I love a good crime novel, and i love exploring new titles and authors.


  • This would be the perfect read for my holiday break reading as I love a good thriller that keeps me reading till the end.


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