An Enemy Within

John Franklin has been arrested for the murder of a child. His family, friends and neighbours are frozen in disbelief, especially his childhood friend Joan, godmother to one of his children, who quickly becomes embroiled in a frantic search for answers.

Detective Sergeant Kevin Brady is seething with rage as he looks at the body of a young boy lying in a grave in a wood. He knows who the boy is. Two families desperate for knowledge of their missing children have reached out to Detective Brady for help. Could this be the breakthrough they hope for?

Meanwhile, a group with no regard for the damage their depravity inflicts are going about their lives feeling superior and safe.

Using a multi-layered story structure, An Enemy Within shows how abuse causes trauma and long-term effects on the lives of victims, as well as devastating consequences for the wider community.

"In this compelling book, Ciarán Roche offers an insight into a dangerous reality" Liz McManus

"A gripping read that shines a spotlight on a crime none of us want to believe happens in a civilised society" Pól Ó Mhurchú