Bleed a River Deep: Buried secrets are unearthed in this gripping crime novel (Ben Devlin)

When a controversial US diplomat is attacked during the opening of a Donegal gold mine, Garda Inspector Benedict Devlin is disciplined for the security failure. The gunman is revealed to be a young environmentalist connected to an old friend of Devlin's. Days later, the killing of an illegal immigrant near the Irish border draws Devlin into an investigation of a people-smuggling ring. When Bradley is found dead near the mine, Devlin begins to suspect the mining operation conceals something far more sinister. Bleed a River Deep weaves together a complex narrative involving big business, the new Europe, and marginalized populations. The novel explores how world politics, industry, and organized crime intersect, following Devlin as he uncovers the darker truths beneath the surface of the mining venture.