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In a Place of Darkness

A gripping thriller about a relentless murder investigation

Stuart MacBride author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Transworld Publishers Ltd

Published:5th Dec '24

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Detective Constable Angus MacVicar faces intense pressure in In a Place of Darkness, as he races to catch the elusive Fortnight Killer before more victims are claimed.

In A Place of Darkness, readers are introduced to Detective Constable Angus MacVicar, who has just been assigned to his dream job. He is now part of Oldcastle's most significant murder investigation, Operation Telegram, which is focused on capturing the elusive 'Fortnight Killer'. This chilling figure targets couples every two weeks, leaving one victim behind as a grotesque message while the other disappears without a trace. As the clock ticks down, the pressure mounts on Angus to crack the case before another couple falls victim.

However, the investigation is not without its challenges. Angus finds himself partnered with a difficult forensic psychologist, complicating his efforts to prove himself in this high-stakes environment. With only twelve days since the last murder, the urgency of the situation intensifies, and Angus must navigate the complexities of both the case and his new role. The tension builds as he races against time to uncover the identity of the Fortnight Killer and prevent more deaths.

Stuart MacBride, renowned for his gripping storytelling, delivers a dark and compelling narrative in In a Place of Darkness. The book promises to keep readers on the edge of their seats, filled with suspense and unexpected twists as Angus MacVicar confronts his demons while pursuing a ruthless killer. Praise for MacBride's work highlights his ability to create authentic, fast-paced thrillers that resonate with fans of the genre.

'Written with Macbride’s customary black humour, it is a dark, richly satisfying story that proves just how good a crime writer he is.' * Daily Mail *
Stuart MacBride has become synonymous with superb storytelling, fearless imagination and dry wit in his galloping crime thrillers. * Herald *
MacBride is the master at taking you to a place which you think cannot get any darker, and then turning the lights off. * Peter James *
Taut and twisty, this fab crime novel takes you right to the middle of the action. * Fabulous *
An entertaining crime caper. * Sun *
Praise for Stuart MacBride * : *
Dark and gripping. A riveting page-turner. * Independent on Sunday *
Skilful storytelling ... both intriguing and engrossing. * Guardian *
Stuart MacBride is an automatic must-read for me... always fast, hard, authentic – and different. * Lee Child *
One of this country’s finest crime writers. * Daily Mail *

ISBN: 9780552178334

Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 35mm

Weight: 398g

576 pages