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LIE DOWN WITH DOGS: An undercover cop, an unsolved murder. Love, betrayal & revenge in an action-packed, crime thriller epic.
Finalist for the 2025 Ngaio Marsh Crime Fiction Book Awards
A shattered detective, a cold case that won't stay buried, and enemies on both sides of the law.
In Lie Down With Dogs, Kiwi author Syd Knight delivers a gritty, pulse-pounding thriller that follows Detective Kyle Williams on his increasingly desperate search for redemption and revenge. Still reeling from a near-fatal gunshot wound and the tragic loss of the woman he loved during an undercover operation gone wrong, Kyle finds himself drawn into a cold case that promises more than just redemption – it just might hold the key to the case that still haunts him.
As the investigation deepens, Kyle uncovers a sinister connection between the unsolved murders of two young lovers and the undercover operation he’s trying to forget. With corrupt police and powerful drug lords fighting to keep the secrets of the past buried, he'll stop at nothing to find the truth and take his revenge.
From the violence and chaos of working undercover, to the mahogany-lined offices of the rich and powerful, this white-knuckle thriller builds to an explosive conclusion that will leave readers guessing until the end.
A shattered detective, a cold case that won't stay buried, and enemies on both sides of the law.
In Lie Down With Dogs, Kiwi author Syd Knight delivers a gritty, pulse-pounding thriller that follows Detective Kyle Williams on his increasingly desperate search for redemption and revenge. Still reeling from a near-fatal gunshot wound and the tragic loss of the woman he loved during an undercover operation gone wrong, Kyle finds himself drawn into a cold case that promises more than just redemption – it just might hold the key to the case that still haunts him.
As the investigation deepens, Kyle uncovers a sinister connection between the unsolved murders of two young lovers and the undercover operation he’s trying to forget. With corrupt police and powerful drug lords fighting to keep the secrets of the past buried, he'll stop at nothing to find the truth and take his revenge.
From the violence and chaos of working undercover, to the mahogany-lined offices of the rich and powerful, this white-knuckle thriller builds to an explosive conclusion that will leave readers guessing until the end.
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Published June 18, 2025
About the author
Syd Knight
2 booksSyd Knight is a New Zealand crime fiction author whose background in cinematography brings a distinctive visual flair to his storytelling. After spending years traveling the globe creating documentaries and feature films, Syd has channeled his keen eye for detail and narrative into his debut thriller, Lie Down with Dogs - a gripping tale about an undercover cop investigating a cold case murder in New Zealand.
Based in the beautiful city of Wellington, Syd combines his writing with a passion for New Zealand's outdoor lifestyle, exploring the country's landscapes through mountain biking, tramping and travel. His years of filmmaking have influenced his approach to crafting authentic, gritty, compelling and emotional narratives. A dedicated cat lover and proud Kiwi, Syd is a new and exciting voice in crime fiction
Based in the beautiful city of Wellington, Syd combines his writing with a passion for New Zealand's outdoor lifestyle, exploring the country's landscapes through mountain biking, tramping and travel. His years of filmmaking have influenced his approach to crafting authentic, gritty, compelling and emotional narratives. A dedicated cat lover and proud Kiwi, Syd is a new and exciting voice in crime fiction
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