Despite jumping into the series in Book #2, Into the Night stands well on its own as a clever and complex police procedural set mostly at the top end of Melbourne. Having worked at 1 Spring Street, I loved the idea of a zombie movie set in the CBD. Bailey has an eye for detail and a sharp instinct for character. Gemma Woodstock is a bit of a mess post separation and moving to the big smoke and her partner Nick Fleet is abrasive and often unhelpful. Their story line as well as the main murder plot duck and weave all over the place, keeping you focused on the next development and the next clue. Just when you think you can see where its headed, you realise the murkiness and messiness of people has coloured their intent and behaviour, and while they may be dirty, mixed up with morally and ethically ambiguous challenges they're merely human.
Bailey's great prose and intricate plot are narrated well by Kate Hosking.
A great listen. I'll be chasing more from this author and narrator.