For twenty years Josh Burton served as a senior detective with the New South Wales Police Force, Australia. He was awarded the Australian Bravery Medal, the Commissioners Commendation for Courage and the NSW Police Medal. He completed a Bachelor of Policing, majoring in investigation. He performed bodyguard duties for both Ehud Olmert (Prime Minister Israel) and Nelson Mandela (President SA) on their visits to Australia. His main character Detective Sergeant Randall is a tough likeable rogue. The detail in the 'Abacus' promises to leave the reader questioning if the book is truly fictional.The story gives a credible insight into the workings of serious criminal investigations and the flawed characters drawn to the challenge of a policing career. If crime, revenge, gore, dark humour and suspense are what you look for in a book, then this is the one for you.