Cold Granite

The gripping tale of DS Logan McRae unfolds in Cold Granite, where he faces a chilling child murder case in Aberdeen's winter streets.

In Cold Granite, the first installment of the acclaimed Logan McRae series by Stuart MacBride, readers are introduced to DS Logan McRae as he returns to duty in Aberdeen after a year-long absence. The city, shrouded in winter's chill, becomes the backdrop for a chilling investigation when the body of three-year-old David Reid is discovered, brutally murdered and discarded in a ditch. This gruesome finding marks the beginning of a harrowing hunt for a child killer who preys on the vulnerable, sending shockwaves through the community and putting immense pressure on the police force.

As the investigation unfolds, the tension escalates with each new victim that emerges from the shadows of the Granite City. The local media's insatiable appetite for sensational stories adds to the urgency of the situation, as DS McRae and his team race against time to prevent further tragedies. The atmosphere is thick with dread, and the stakes are high as they delve deeper into the mind of a serial killer who seems to be always one step ahead.

Cold Granite masterfully combines elements of crime and psychological thriller, immersing readers in a dark world where the line between hunter and hunted blurs. With its richly drawn characters and a plot that keeps you guessing, this book sets the stage for a gripping series that explores the complexities of crime, morality, and the human condition.