Paul Cleave

Paul Cleave is a New Zealand crime fiction author. Born in Christchurch, Cleave worked as a social worker before turning to writing. His debut novel, "The Cleaner," was published in 2006 and became a bestseller. Since then, Cleave has written several more successful novels, including "The Killing Hour," "Blood Men," and "The Laughterhouse." His books have been translated into over 20 languages and have sold millions of copies worldwide. Cleave has won numerous awards for his work, including the Ngaio Marsh Award for Best Crime Novel and the UK Crime Writers' Association Gold Dagger Award. His books have also been shortlisted for the Edgar Award and the CWA Ian Fleming Steel Dagger Award. Cleave is known for his gritty and suspenseful crime novels, which often explore dark and disturbing themes. His work has been praised by critics for its suspense, characterization, and exploration of social issues.