Synopsis
If love and passion can prove so brittle against greed and ambition, what hope for truth and integrity?
Overwrought and tormented by a career-threatening investigation progressing in London, investment banker, Marcus Flint, seeks solace at a remote Swiss hotel – there is much more at stake – if sinister episodes from his past in Singapore become exposed, they will destroy not just his career but rip apart his family and his life.
Blind to the real reasons for his absence, his wife, Emma, is confused but keen to help, not least because Marcus rescued her from her own traumas years ago. As the London review threatens to turn global, disaster looms. Marcus feels compelled to write to Emma, to explain his actions – the ripple effects of greed, ambition and deceit cascading out of control, ultimately confessing to what he has done – his ‘darkest trade’. It’s a letter he hopes he never has to send.
Publisher information
- Publisher: Troubador Publishing
- ISBN: 9781836280248
- Number of pages: 304
- Dimensions: 198 x 129 x 22 mm
- Weight: 328g
- Languages: English
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Gripping, clever thriller
Investment banker Marcus Flint has his past bearing down on him. Hardly likeable, but always fascinating, Marcus makes his escape from suspicious and abras... READ MORE
Without a doubt one of the best books I’ve read
DuCharme’s multi-layered thriller was a joy to read from start to finish. I was captured by the development of the characters and the beautiful description... READ MORE
Dark in all senses of the word
If you liked BBCs "Industry" drama then you will love this even more. The author paints a dark and realistic picture of the cut-throat world of investment ... READ MORE
Engaging, detailed and brilliant
The book will keep you wanting to open the next page until you finish it, regardless of whether you are interested in its topic of discussion.
The level o... READ MORE
An Intriguing Novel
I purchased Dark Pools at a recent book signing. What an intriguing read - dark and complex. I couldn't put the book down. Very clever with lots of twist... READ MORE
Captivating debut novel
It's been a while since I read such a captivating debut novel.
Dark Pools is a love story, a thriller and a case study in human manipulation all rolled in... READ MORE
Captivating novel
Dark pools is an exceptionally well written thriller which delves deeply into themes of love, culture and power. Its gripping plot and dynamism between pas... READ MORE
Gripping read
Wow! I was totally drawn in to the world of international finance and the twists and turns of the plot. Loved the descriptions of the beautiful settings.... READ MORE
Great story, well written
The plot is gripping and clever with a realistic depiction of the business world and the well-portrayed characters. The book provokes thought and provides ... READ MORE
a gripping thriller - a genuine page turner
The author is a natural - this started of slightly slow but after 10 pages I was captivated and intrigued and could not put the book down - so well written... READ MORE
Love and Greed
Compelling thriller and engaging love story set in the cut throat world of investment banking - could not put it down!
Dark Pools
I enjoyed reading Dark Pools over a couple of days. Marcus is not a likeable character but neither are many of his colleagues. The book gives a good portra... READ MORE
Betrayal, power, finance and love in a highly readable first novel
This is a novel about betrayal that’s, sharp, intelligent, polished and filled with some great characterisation. It moves across continents, perfectly imme... READ MORE
Great debut novel
What a great and gripping first novel.
Once you get through the organisational structure of investment banks, the story itself is gripping and cleverly st... READ MORE
Entertaining and thought provoking
One of too few fictional books set in the world of finance, which focus on the human condition.
Highly engaging and a source to prompt reflection....
A book to be read, not just skimmed
Whilst the story concerns dubious trading practise in the city I was pleasantly surprised that the text centred on the characters and their stories rather... READ MORE
Really Enjoyed This
I was unconvinced by the cover and thought it wasn't really for me but was hugely surprised. I loved how the plot built and I invested more and more in the... READ MORE
Thoroughly entertaining novel
Dark Pools is a fantastically written novel and without a doubt it is one of the best thrillers I have ever read. After starting the book slowly, I picked ... READ MORE
Gripping until the very end!
I met DuCharme at a local book signing recently and felt inspired to buy his book based on his synopsis and the fact that he came across as a very interest... READ MORE
Gripping Debut Novel
Captivating story as the characters slowly unfold to reveal their hidden secrets. Twists and turns throughout that keep you engaged and guessing until the ... READ MORE
Excellent narrative
I thoroughly enjoyed this book - the meticulous detail put into the narrative about every location in the book was impressive, I had been to a few of the p... READ MORE
Enthralling page turner
The story starts slowly, but draws you in from the beginning - what is this man, Marcus Flint, doing at Villa Traxler? As each bit of light is shone on his... READ MORE
An absorbing read
This intriguing debut novel takes the reader to Switzerland, Singapore, France and India and into the sometimes murky world of investment banking. It is un... READ MORE
Compelling read
Dark Pools is an extremely well written debut novel, the story moves at a good pace and I found myself wanting to keep reading to discover the characters' ... READ MORE
READ THIS BOOK
what an ending!! brilliantly written book with twists and turns that will keep you guessing, plus descriptions of Switzerland, India, Sri Lanka, Bristol, S... READ MORE
Intriguing debut thriller ,
Delve into the murky unscrupulous world of banking and finance..
Slow to get going and overly detailed in places but worth the read.
Chris