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Squeaky Clean

A thrilling and darkly humorous tale of crime

Callum McSorley author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Pushkin Press

Published:2nd Mar '23

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In Squeaky Clean, a Glasgow cop and a carwash employee collide in a darkly comic thriller filled with crime and unexpected twists.

Set in the gritty backdrop of Glasgow, Squeaky Clean weaves a tale that is both darkly humorous and thrilling. The story revolves around DI Alison McCoist, a detective caught in the crosshairs of suspicion from her colleagues, with half believing she is corrupt and the other half viewing her as incompetent. This tension sets the stage for a narrative filled with sharp wit and unexpected twists. Meanwhile, we meet Davey Burnet, an unassuming carwash employee whose life takes a dramatic turn when he unwittingly steals a customer's car. This seemingly innocent act spirals into a dangerous entanglement with the criminal underworld, leading to a kidnapping that pulls him deeper into chaos.

As Davey becomes embroiled with a violent psychopath who enjoys inflicting fear, the stakes grow higher. The darkly comedic elements of Squeaky Clean are balanced with moments of tension, as readers are taken on a ride through both the absurdity and brutality of life on the fringes of society. With characters that are vividly drawn and a plot that keeps you guessing, this debut novel captivates from the very first page.

The intertwining paths of Davey and DI McCoist create a compelling dynamic, as they navigate their respective challenges. Can they find a way to help each other in a city where trust is scarce and danger lurks around every corner? Squeaky Clean is a thrilling exploration of loyalty, survival, and the lengths one will go to escape their past.

'A manic tale of blood and suds told with laconic humour and warmly engaging characterisation. Callum McSorley is definitely a talent to watch. I knew within a page that I was in good hands' - Chris Brookmyre

'An absolute knockout of a debut! Pitch-dark and yet dripping with warmth, SqueakyClean is a truly fresh take on the classic thriller. Packed with brilliantly drawn characters,laugh-out-loud humour, and lots of blood - what's not to love? Can't wait to see what my newfavourite detective does next.' - Caz Frear, author of Sweet Little Lies


ISBN: 9781782278368

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: unknown

384 pages