Ex-spy Thomas Bettany left the British Intelligence Agency years ago after devoting decades of his life to undercover work. Not long after, his wife died and his son, Liam, blamed him for her death.

Estranged from Liam, Tom has drifted around Europe working menial jobs and losing himself in regret. When he learns Liam has died after falling from his apartment balcony, Tom is compelled to return to London and learn the facts about his son's death.

Tom's investigation pings the radar of an assortment of unsavory characters he dealt with as a spy, as well as the powers-that-be at British Intelligence. The further he probes, the more he upsets everyone he meets. After so many years in hiding, his return is upsetting old enemies, as well as acquiring new ones. Will Tom be able to find out the truth behind his son's death while his own is in jeopardy?

Smartly written with biting British wit, NOBODY WALKS is another insightful thriller by Mick Herron. Fans of British spy novels will revel in the action-packed suspense as the intricate plot runs its winding course.