Former Narrabri resident Rhys Gard enjoyed sell-out attendances at three launches of his debut crime novel in Narrabri and Gunnedah.

The opening night included dinner, drinks and an interview with shire council manager of tourism and cultural services Scott Pollock at the Tourist Hotel on Wednesday, July 12.

Art theft, revenge and murder play out against the vineyards of the Mudgee wine region in the ‘edge of your seat’ thriller.

The dining room was packed with enthusiastic supporters, friends and family.

Rhys, a writer and a chef, studied English and Film at the University of NSW.

He has worked as a journalist, marketer, wine writer and restaurateur, and is currently living in Mudgee.

The book, published by Bonnier Echo, and titled Four Dogs Missing, is now on sale Australia wide.

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