The Constant Gardener meets Dexter - Green Shoots is a gripping conspiracy thriller with an ecological heart. Brought back from the brink of suicide by a mysterious phone call, grieving journalist John Adamson is on a quest for the truth about his wife Christina's death in South America. A private investigator provides John with clues to what really happened, but also tips him off to investigate a spate of deaths of businessmen, all found with the same cryptic message: "Out of their ashes, green shoots will grow." From the protest-filled streets of London to the ravaged jungles of Ecuador, John is unwittingly drawn into a lethal plot. There seems to be a vigilante killer on the loose, but who is behind these murders and what is the connection to his wife's death? ***Winner: ABR Book Excellence Award – best crime thriller and suspense.*** “One of the best novels I have read this year.” (Book Sirens) “Superb book! I loved the story and the deep meaning behind it.” (Net Galley) “One of those books that grabs your attention from the opening pages.” (Net Galley) “I couldn't stop reading. I read all 300 pages in two days. It's that good.” (Good Reads) “I devoured this thrilling book like I hadn’t eaten in weeks.” (Artisan Book Reviews) “Green Shoots blew me away. I loved everything about it. If a debut novel can have such a WOW factor, I am eager to see what Ben will write next.” (BookBub) “Green Shoots is a really well written book, and brilliant scene setter. It was so fast-paced, I flew through it faster than I expected.” (Barnes and Noble)