The Killing Tide
A Dark and Gripping Crime Novel Set on Scotland's Orkney Islands
Published on 5. August 2021
416 pages
978-1-5290-3370-0 (ISBN)
Description
An abandoned ship sweeps ashore in the Orkney Isles - and a global conspiracy unfurls. The Killing Tide is the sixteenth book in Lin Anderson's forensic crime series featuring Rhona MacLeod.
'One of the most satisfying characters in modern crime fiction' - Daily Mail
After a fierce storm hits Scotland, a mysterious cargo ship is discovered in the Orkney Isles. Boarding the vessel uncovers three bodies, recently deceased and in violent circumstances. Forensic scientist Dr Rhona MacLeod's study of the crime scene suggests that a sinister game was being played on board, but who were the hunters? And who the hunted?
In Glasgow, DS Michael McNab is called to a horrific incident where a young woman has been set on fire. Or did she spark the flames herself?
As evidence arises that connects the two cases, the team grow increasingly concerned that the truth of what happened on the ship and in Glasgow hints at a wider conspiracy - one that stretches down to London and beyond, to a global stage. Orcadian Ava Clouston, renowned investigative journalist, believes so and sets out to prove it, putting herself in grave danger.
When the Met Police challenge Police Scotland's jurisdiction, it becomes obvious that there are ruthless individuals who are willing to do whatever it takes to protect government interests. Which could lead to even more deaths on Scottish soil . . .
'Enthralling' - The Guardian
'A cracking story told at breakneck speed' - Scotland on Sunday
'The best Scottish crime series since Rebus' - Daily Record
The Killing Tide is the sixteenth book in the Rhona MacLeod series by Lin Anderson. It is followed by The Wild Coast.
Readers love The Killing Tide:
'Gritty, menacing and unputdownable'
'Instantly I was glued to this mystery, couldn't turn the pages fast enough'
'Roll on the next book in the series'
Perfect for fans of Ian Rankin, Martina Cole and Silent Witness.
'One of the most satisfying characters in modern crime fiction' - Daily Mail
After a fierce storm hits Scotland, a mysterious cargo ship is discovered in the Orkney Isles. Boarding the vessel uncovers three bodies, recently deceased and in violent circumstances. Forensic scientist Dr Rhona MacLeod's study of the crime scene suggests that a sinister game was being played on board, but who were the hunters? And who the hunted?
In Glasgow, DS Michael McNab is called to a horrific incident where a young woman has been set on fire. Or did she spark the flames herself?
As evidence arises that connects the two cases, the team grow increasingly concerned that the truth of what happened on the ship and in Glasgow hints at a wider conspiracy - one that stretches down to London and beyond, to a global stage. Orcadian Ava Clouston, renowned investigative journalist, believes so and sets out to prove it, putting herself in grave danger.
When the Met Police challenge Police Scotland's jurisdiction, it becomes obvious that there are ruthless individuals who are willing to do whatever it takes to protect government interests. Which could lead to even more deaths on Scottish soil . . .
'Enthralling' - The Guardian
'A cracking story told at breakneck speed' - Scotland on Sunday
'The best Scottish crime series since Rebus' - Daily Record
The Killing Tide is the sixteenth book in the Rhona MacLeod series by Lin Anderson. It is followed by The Wild Coast.
Readers love The Killing Tide:
'Gritty, menacing and unputdownable'
'Instantly I was glued to this mystery, couldn't turn the pages fast enough'
'Roll on the next book in the series'
Perfect for fans of Ian Rankin, Martina Cole and Silent Witness.
Reviews / Votes
As always Lin Anderson provides a big fat colourful mystery -- Mark Sanderson, <i>The Times</i> A cracking story told at breakneck speed * Scotland on Sunday * Forensic scientist Rhona MacLeod has become one of the most satisfying characters in modern crime fiction - honourable, inquisitive and yet plagued by doubts and, sometimes, fears * Daily Mail * A cast of characters who feel like old friends -- <i>The Sunday Times</i> on <i>None But the Dead</i> Lin Anderson is one of Scotland's national treasures - don't be fooled by comparisons, her writing is unique, bringing warmth and depth to even the seediest parts of Glasgow -- Stuart MacBride, author of the Logan McRae series Vivid and atmospheric . . . enthralling * Guardian * Greenock-born Anderson's work is sharper than a pathologist's scalpel. One of the best Scottish crime series since Rebus -- Shari Low, <i>Daily Record</i> A real page-turner -- Ian Rankin, author of the Inspector Rebus series, on <i>The Party House</i>More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Pan Macmillan
Target group
Interest Age: From 18 years
File size
2,01 MB
ISBN-13
978-1-5290-3370-0 (9781529033700)
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Person
Lin Anderson is a Scottish author and screenwriter known for her bestselling crime series featuring forensic scientist Dr Rhona MacLeod. Four of her novels have been longlisted for the Scottish Crime Book of the Year, with Follow the Dead being a 2018 finalist. Her short film River Child won both a Scottish BAFTA for Best Fiction and the Celtic Film Festival's Best Drama award and has now been viewed more than one million times on YouTube. Lin is also the co-founder of the international crime-writing festival Bloody Scotland, which takes place annually in Stirling.
