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Bellwick at night, coastal town in rain and fog
Something terrible happened.
Bellwick would rather look away.
Percival Hoover won’t.
“…sharper, darker and more emotionally sophisticated than many contemporary crime thrillers.”
— Erin Britton, Crime Fiction Lover
“A standout crime novel that offers something genuinely different…”
— Abigail L., Atlanta Public Library System
“Percy earns his place as protagonist not through novelty but through weight…”
— Alexander R., NetGalley
“…I came for the corgi and stayed for the case.”
— Sue E., NetGalley
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29
Aug

Official Notice: Audiobook Production and Cover Review

Following the sustained public interest in Collateral Death, the Council confirms two ongoing procedures. Notifications
By ALBERTA HIGGINS, Council Coordination Office | | 1 min read
14
Jul

On Being Read

Three months since publication. The reviews are in. I told myself I would not read them twice. I have read
By J. KUSHLEY, Council-Appointed Author | | 2 min read
28
Mar

It’s Out.

It’s on Amazon now. All very official. The past weeks were taken up with revisions. Line
By PERCIVAL HOOVER |
28
Mar

Late Update: Publication Confirmed — Collateral Death Now Available Worldwide

Following a period of limited public communication, the Bellwick Council wishes to provide a
By ALBERTA HIGGINS, Council Coordination Office | | 1 min read
01
Feb

Public Release Confirmed — Collateral Death (Act I Preview)

As previously communicated, the release of Collateral Death was subject to final editorial clarification
By ALBERTA HIGGINS, Council Coordination Office | | 1 min read
29
Dec

Publication Schedule Update — Collateral Death: Episode 1

Following a routine review process, the release of Collateral Death – Episode 1 as a complimentary
By BELLWICK COUNCIL MARKETING DEPARTMENT |
07
Dec

We Are on Amazon – “Collateral Death” Now Available for Pre-Order

We are on Amazon. As the Hoover Documentation Project enters the final review and correction
By BELLWICK COUNCIL MARKETING DEPARTMENT | | 1 min read
23
Oct

Official Visual Materials Completed – “Collateral Death” Cover Approved

Following the completion of the manuscript earlier this month, the Bellwick Council is pleased to
By BELLWICK COUNCIL MARKETING DEPARTMENT | | 1 min read
03
Oct

A Clarification Regarding the Draft

The draft is finished, yes. But the truth inside it — that still needs attention. The Council calls
By PERCIVAL HOOVER |
03
Oct

Public Notice: Draft Completed – Review Process Commencing

After seven months of sustained collaboration, the Bellwick Council is pleased to
By BELLWICK COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS OFFICE and PERCIVAL HOOVER | | 1 min read
12
Jul

Drafting “Collateral Death” – A Work in Progress

Six months since the Council decided I was the man to turn an investigation
By J. KUSHLEY, Council-Appointed Author | | 1 min read
07
Jul

Public Outreach Initiative: Managing Expectations

Following recent public engagement regarding Detective Hoover’s commentary on the ongoing documentation process, the
By BELLWICK COUNCIL MARKETING DEPARTMENT | | 1 min read
All commentary by Mr Percival Hoover is published under Council directive SP-LIC-H/647/B/22. The Bellwick Council retains full editorial authority and assumes no responsibility for his phrasing, tone, or temperament.