Pax Merrick

Marius van Tonder is a South African author with a passion for untangling the darker threads of human nature through storytelling. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of psychological complexity, Marius brings his debut crime thriller Pax Merrick to life with gritty realism, layered characters, and unexpected twists. Drawing inspiration from the real-world, inner-city landscapes, and the fragile line between justice and vengeance, Marius invites readers into a world where truth hides in the shadows — and one man dares to chase it.