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The Friday Girl
'R.D. McLean does for Dundee what Ian Rankin did for Edinburgh' James Oswald
1978, Scotland. An ambitious killer hunts neighbourhood pets before seeking larger prey. As Detective Burnet battles to find the truth, her search leads to a bloody, terrifying conclusion . . .
Newly assigned to CID, Elizabeth Burnet is seen as just a pretty face. So when she stumbles across evidence of a serial killer, dubbed "the Werewolf", her theories are dismissed. The only person who believes Burnet is a former detective with his own exposing corruption within Tayside Police. Together, they realise that some in the force have reasons for sweeping recent deaths under the carpet.
But someone is still out there, pursuing victims in the Templeton Woods. As Burnet reveals the killer's identity, she also exposes the mind of a monster pushed to the edge.
'Combines the dark delights of a serial-killer thriller with an unflinching corruption tale' Eva Dolan
'A superbly crafted, dark and twisty read that transported me deep into 1970s Dundee' D.S. Butler
1978, Scotland. An ambitious killer hunts neighbourhood pets before seeking larger prey. As Detective Burnet battles to find the truth, her search leads to a bloody, terrifying conclusion . . .
Newly assigned to CID, Elizabeth Burnet is seen as just a pretty face. So when she stumbles across evidence of a serial killer, dubbed "the Werewolf", her theories are dismissed. The only person who believes Burnet is a former detective with his own exposing corruption within Tayside Police. Together, they realise that some in the force have reasons for sweeping recent deaths under the carpet.
But someone is still out there, pursuing victims in the Templeton Woods. As Burnet reveals the killer's identity, she also exposes the mind of a monster pushed to the edge.
'Combines the dark delights of a serial-killer thriller with an unflinching corruption tale' Eva Dolan
'A superbly crafted, dark and twisty read that transported me deep into 1970s Dundee' D.S. Butler
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Published March 11, 2025
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March 21, 2025
Definitely knocked a star off for the typos/errors. Doesn’t anyone fact check things? Cracking story though!
March 31, 2025
The city of Dundee sits on the banks of the river Tay before it opens out into the North Sea. Once the city of jute, jam, and journalism, it’s now branded the City of Discovery, its fortunes having greatly improved since the millennium in terms of science and culture. But it’s not this modern Dundee that features in R.D McLean’s The Friday Girl (2025) – it’s a grittier incarnation; a city drowning in its post-industrial decline.
Detective Elizabeth Burnet is the titular Friday Girl. Having once done a newspaper feature in her police uniform (“Here’s a lass doing a job. Isn’t she pretty? See another one tomorrow.”) she’s the pin-up of the station. For a woman who “just wants to be polis”, it's an awkward set-up at a time - the late 1970s - when sexism was rife and, if a woman was needed on a case it was “because someone’s got to make a cup of tea on this one!”. It’s likely no coincidence that this theme’s exploration is positioned the year before Margaret Thatcher would become the first woman to occupy the country’s highest attainable office.
But sexism isn’t the only rot in the Tayside Police: corruption is everywhere. Cops are on the take and investigations are mysteriously closed down. Burnet, with her hunches, is ignored and her partner in (solving) crime, Kelley, a second-generation copper, is convinced his late father may have secrets tucked away. All roads lead back to a local kingpin with enough sway to ensure the constabulary look the other way when crimes are afoot. And there’s certainly no shortage of misdeeds underway, whether that be a spate of robberies or the new wave of criminals being roughed up as Frank Gray, an ex-gangster once known as the Beast of Balgay, falls back into the game.
And what crime novel wouldn’t be without a killer on the loose? While it feels more secondary to the institutional concerns, it ties in with the wider story arc and doesn't feel forced. Very loosely based on some unsolved crimes from Dundee’s past (the Templeton Woods murders) someone is out there killing people and with a calling card distinctive enough to earn the moniker ‘the Werewolf’. Being set in the 1970s, the investigation allows for some dramatic ironies (“What use was hair to anyone at a crime scene?”) and often sees a reliance more on feasibility and supposition than proper plodwork.
There’s a lot going on in The Friday Girl, all of it tightly plotted and delivered in a hardboiled style that feels frugal yet impressively distills people - their thoughts and movements - into just a few words. With the economy of Elmore Leonard and the dark grit of David Peace, McLean is wrapping his noir over Dundee. Though the clipped style captures its characters well, it leaves the city somewhat less memorable, functioning more as a catalogue of places rather than a fully-realised character. But as is noted, “There’s the official public-facing city, and then there’s something like a shadow city where the real world happens.” and it's what happens in these darker spots that truly counts.
Burnet’s efforts to be taken seriously as a detective rather than a woman provide a key journey through The Friday Girl, while Kelley tackles his father’s record and the interplay of Gray’s family life and criminal past lead to unexpected struggles of conscience. While I’m not sure if Burnet is intended to be an ongoing character, she’s certainly put herself in a position of competence meaning future investigations may not see being a “bubbly” beauty as a barrier to police work. “Dundee creates strong women,” the story says, and McLean has his in The Friday Girl.
Detective Elizabeth Burnet is the titular Friday Girl. Having once done a newspaper feature in her police uniform (“Here’s a lass doing a job. Isn’t she pretty? See another one tomorrow.”) she’s the pin-up of the station. For a woman who “just wants to be polis”, it's an awkward set-up at a time - the late 1970s - when sexism was rife and, if a woman was needed on a case it was “because someone’s got to make a cup of tea on this one!”. It’s likely no coincidence that this theme’s exploration is positioned the year before Margaret Thatcher would become the first woman to occupy the country’s highest attainable office.
But sexism isn’t the only rot in the Tayside Police: corruption is everywhere. Cops are on the take and investigations are mysteriously closed down. Burnet, with her hunches, is ignored and her partner in (solving) crime, Kelley, a second-generation copper, is convinced his late father may have secrets tucked away. All roads lead back to a local kingpin with enough sway to ensure the constabulary look the other way when crimes are afoot. And there’s certainly no shortage of misdeeds underway, whether that be a spate of robberies or the new wave of criminals being roughed up as Frank Gray, an ex-gangster once known as the Beast of Balgay, falls back into the game.
And what crime novel wouldn’t be without a killer on the loose? While it feels more secondary to the institutional concerns, it ties in with the wider story arc and doesn't feel forced. Very loosely based on some unsolved crimes from Dundee’s past (the Templeton Woods murders) someone is out there killing people and with a calling card distinctive enough to earn the moniker ‘the Werewolf’. Being set in the 1970s, the investigation allows for some dramatic ironies (“What use was hair to anyone at a crime scene?”) and often sees a reliance more on feasibility and supposition than proper plodwork.
There’s a lot going on in The Friday Girl, all of it tightly plotted and delivered in a hardboiled style that feels frugal yet impressively distills people - their thoughts and movements - into just a few words. With the economy of Elmore Leonard and the dark grit of David Peace, McLean is wrapping his noir over Dundee. Though the clipped style captures its characters well, it leaves the city somewhat less memorable, functioning more as a catalogue of places rather than a fully-realised character. But as is noted, “There’s the official public-facing city, and then there’s something like a shadow city where the real world happens.” and it's what happens in these darker spots that truly counts.
Burnet’s efforts to be taken seriously as a detective rather than a woman provide a key journey through The Friday Girl, while Kelley tackles his father’s record and the interplay of Gray’s family life and criminal past lead to unexpected struggles of conscience. While I’m not sure if Burnet is intended to be an ongoing character, she’s certainly put herself in a position of competence meaning future investigations may not see being a “bubbly” beauty as a barrier to police work. “Dundee creates strong women,” the story says, and McLean has his in The Friday Girl.
March 18, 2025
First time in a while I've looked for and read a book in the first week it's published. Came across mention of this one as it was set in Dundee, we don't get many. It's set in 1978 so it's a Dundee from before I was born, but still plenty I recognised. Also the author is an ex employee of Waterstones Dundee so thought it only appropriate that's where I bought my copy.
This was a good introduction to what I hope becomes a longer series, interesting main character, good supporting cast and an enthralling case. Book flowed well, of the shorter chapter variety.
However another book that needed a better proofreader, numerous minor text mistakes that just takes you out of the story. How many different people have read this before it was published and not corrected such obvious errors?
This was a good introduction to what I hope becomes a longer series, interesting main character, good supporting cast and an enthralling case. Book flowed well, of the shorter chapter variety.
However another book that needed a better proofreader, numerous minor text mistakes that just takes you out of the story. How many different people have read this before it was published and not corrected such obvious errors?
March 20, 2025
The Friday Girl by R.D. McLean is a gripping crime novel set in Dundee in 1978.The narrative follows Detective Constable Elizabeth Burnet as she navigates a male-dominated police force, uncovering a series of gruesome events that lead to a chilling climax. McLean cleverly weaves together themes of misogyny, corruption, and the challenges of seeking justice within a flawed system.
McLean vividly reconstructs late 1970’s Dundee, immersing readers in the city’s atmosphere during that era. The depiction of Templeton Woods, where ominous activities unfold, adds a layer of suspense and authenticity to the narrative. The author’s attention to detail—such as the fashion, social norms, and local dialect—transports readers to a time when societal attitudes were markedly different from today’s. This meticulous setting enriches the story, making the environment almost a character in its own right.
The novel doesn’t shy away from portraying the rampant misogyny within the police force. Elizabeth Burnet, despite her capabilities, is often dismissed as merely a “pretty face,” reflecting the broader societal undervaluation of women during that period. Her male colleagues’ condescending attitudes and reluctance to take her insights seriously highlight the systemic sexism prevalent at the time. An added layer of the narrative delves into internal corruption within Tayside Police, exposing how some officers prioritised personal agendas over justice and were seen hanging around with some very strange bedfellows. This corruption not only hampers investigations but also endangers lives, illustrating the profound consequences of ethical compromises. There’s not really any such thing as straying ‘a wee bit’ off the path as McLean shows all too clearly.
The plot is meticulously crafted, unfolding with a steady pace that maintains suspense. The story begins with seemingly isolated incidents—neighbourhood pets going missing—but as Burnet investigates, a more sinister pattern emerges, leading to the identification of a vicious serial killer known internally to the Police as ‘the Werewolf.’ The narrative arc effectively builds tension, with each revelation escalating the stakes. The collaboration between Burnet and Kelly, a former detective, who has his own deeply personal reasons for exposing police corruption, adds depth to the investigation, intertwining personal motives with professional duties. The climax is both shocking and satisfying, providing a resolution that aligns with the novel’s dark and complex themes.
As the protagonist, Elizabeth Burnet is a compelling character who embodies resilience and determination. Her struggle against institutional sexism and her commitment to uncovering the truth make her a relatable and admirable figure. Looked down on by her colleagues, used as no more than a poster girl by her bosses and with parents who think she has no business joining the Police, she has to stay strong just to get through each day. It’s by no means dated though; just consider how the Andrew Tate’s of this world behave and you realise that this kind of attitude is sometimes way too close to the surface for comfort.
Kelly’s alliance with Burnet is driven by a desire to expose corruption within the force. His character adds a layer of moral ambiguity, as his pursuit of justice is intertwined with personal vendettas, as he pushes boundaries way past the acceptable, highlighting the complexities of of trying to expose wrongdoing while hardly at the forefront of ethical decision-making himself.
The killer, dubbed The Werewolf, is as chilling a character as you’ll meet inside the pages of a crime fiction novel. The killer’s progression from harming animals to targeting humans is portrayed with chilling realism. McLean provides insights into the killer’s psyche, offering readers an understanding of the factors that led to his monstrous actions and as to why he gets away with it for so long.
Verdict: The Friday Girl is a compelling read, offering us a richly detailed setting, complex characters, and a plot that delves into the darker aspects of human nature and institutional failings. McLean’s portrayal of 1970’s Dundee serves as both a backdrop and a catalyst for the story’s events, making it a must-read for fans of crime fiction with a historical bent.
McLean vividly reconstructs late 1970’s Dundee, immersing readers in the city’s atmosphere during that era. The depiction of Templeton Woods, where ominous activities unfold, adds a layer of suspense and authenticity to the narrative. The author’s attention to detail—such as the fashion, social norms, and local dialect—transports readers to a time when societal attitudes were markedly different from today’s. This meticulous setting enriches the story, making the environment almost a character in its own right.
The novel doesn’t shy away from portraying the rampant misogyny within the police force. Elizabeth Burnet, despite her capabilities, is often dismissed as merely a “pretty face,” reflecting the broader societal undervaluation of women during that period. Her male colleagues’ condescending attitudes and reluctance to take her insights seriously highlight the systemic sexism prevalent at the time. An added layer of the narrative delves into internal corruption within Tayside Police, exposing how some officers prioritised personal agendas over justice and were seen hanging around with some very strange bedfellows. This corruption not only hampers investigations but also endangers lives, illustrating the profound consequences of ethical compromises. There’s not really any such thing as straying ‘a wee bit’ off the path as McLean shows all too clearly.
The plot is meticulously crafted, unfolding with a steady pace that maintains suspense. The story begins with seemingly isolated incidents—neighbourhood pets going missing—but as Burnet investigates, a more sinister pattern emerges, leading to the identification of a vicious serial killer known internally to the Police as ‘the Werewolf.’ The narrative arc effectively builds tension, with each revelation escalating the stakes. The collaboration between Burnet and Kelly, a former detective, who has his own deeply personal reasons for exposing police corruption, adds depth to the investigation, intertwining personal motives with professional duties. The climax is both shocking and satisfying, providing a resolution that aligns with the novel’s dark and complex themes.
As the protagonist, Elizabeth Burnet is a compelling character who embodies resilience and determination. Her struggle against institutional sexism and her commitment to uncovering the truth make her a relatable and admirable figure. Looked down on by her colleagues, used as no more than a poster girl by her bosses and with parents who think she has no business joining the Police, she has to stay strong just to get through each day. It’s by no means dated though; just consider how the Andrew Tate’s of this world behave and you realise that this kind of attitude is sometimes way too close to the surface for comfort.
Kelly’s alliance with Burnet is driven by a desire to expose corruption within the force. His character adds a layer of moral ambiguity, as his pursuit of justice is intertwined with personal vendettas, as he pushes boundaries way past the acceptable, highlighting the complexities of of trying to expose wrongdoing while hardly at the forefront of ethical decision-making himself.
The killer, dubbed The Werewolf, is as chilling a character as you’ll meet inside the pages of a crime fiction novel. The killer’s progression from harming animals to targeting humans is portrayed with chilling realism. McLean provides insights into the killer’s psyche, offering readers an understanding of the factors that led to his monstrous actions and as to why he gets away with it for so long.
Verdict: The Friday Girl is a compelling read, offering us a richly detailed setting, complex characters, and a plot that delves into the darker aspects of human nature and institutional failings. McLean’s portrayal of 1970’s Dundee serves as both a backdrop and a catalyst for the story’s events, making it a must-read for fans of crime fiction with a historical bent.
February 4, 2025
Gripping and fiendishly twisted—The Friday Girl had me rooting for the gutsy Burnet from page one. A superbly crafted, dark and twisty read that transported me deep into 1970s Dundee.
Reading The Friday Girl by R.D. McLean feels like stepping into a time machine to 1978. Right from the start, Elizabeth Burnet is dismissed by many of her male colleagues as just a “pretty face" and called "The Friday Girl" (for reasons that will become clear when you read the book). But her tenacity and sharp instincts lead her to uncover chilling evidence of a possible serial killer, ominously nicknamed "the Werewolf." Burnet struggles for professional respect at a time when women so often had to work twice as hard for half the recognition.
McLean’s writing makes it easy to picture the gritty streets of 1978 Dundee. There was no high-tech forensics like we have today–just old-school detective work and intuition. With the odds stacked against them, Burnet and her ally, Kelly, have to struggle to identify the killer and fight a system that seems keen to sweep things under the rug.
McLean does an amazing job of bringing the characters to life. Even the bad guys have such depth that I caught myself weirdly rooting for them at times. That’s the mark of a great storyteller.
The atmosphere is dark and tense, but there’s also a strong undercurrent of hope thanks to Burnet’s grit and her dynamic with Kelly. And there are some great one-liners that made me laugh.
I’m already hoping there’ll be more books featuring Burnet and Kelly! If you enjoy crime thrillers that blend historical realism with a gripping thriller, The Friday Girl is a must-read.
Huge thanks to RD McLean and B&W publishing for sending me an advance copy.
Reading The Friday Girl by R.D. McLean feels like stepping into a time machine to 1978. Right from the start, Elizabeth Burnet is dismissed by many of her male colleagues as just a “pretty face" and called "The Friday Girl" (for reasons that will become clear when you read the book). But her tenacity and sharp instincts lead her to uncover chilling evidence of a possible serial killer, ominously nicknamed "the Werewolf." Burnet struggles for professional respect at a time when women so often had to work twice as hard for half the recognition.
McLean’s writing makes it easy to picture the gritty streets of 1978 Dundee. There was no high-tech forensics like we have today–just old-school detective work and intuition. With the odds stacked against them, Burnet and her ally, Kelly, have to struggle to identify the killer and fight a system that seems keen to sweep things under the rug.
McLean does an amazing job of bringing the characters to life. Even the bad guys have such depth that I caught myself weirdly rooting for them at times. That’s the mark of a great storyteller.
The atmosphere is dark and tense, but there’s also a strong undercurrent of hope thanks to Burnet’s grit and her dynamic with Kelly. And there are some great one-liners that made me laugh.
I’m already hoping there’ll be more books featuring Burnet and Kelly! If you enjoy crime thrillers that blend historical realism with a gripping thriller, The Friday Girl is a must-read.
Huge thanks to RD McLean and B&W publishing for sending me an advance copy.
March 18, 2025
Back in 1978 the world was a very different place and that was very evident in the Tayside Police Department in Dundee. Misogyny was just part of life and the men did the tougher jobs whilst the women comforted victims and made tea. So when Burnet becomes a Detective people around her have a hard time adapting to having a “pretty young girl” around. She has good instincts and is more than qualified for the job but she’s a woman. When she comes across a particularly gruesome serial killer she quickly realises there’s more to the case than meets the eye. However her superiors are quick to dismiss her theories and she discovers that there are people within the police who may have their own reasons for sweeping it under the carpet. It appears corruption lies deep within the force and Burnet along with a former detective, Kelley, hopes to expose the killer and anyone else involved.
The characters were well written and although from a different time highly relatable. I found myself rooting for Burnet from the get-go and could feel her frustrations. Sadly, the misogyny she faced is still prevalent today especially with the use of Social Media so although set in the late 70's it's still very relevant. The story moves at a good pace keeping the reader engaged, teasing us along. Its themes are dark and the setting and time period really set the scene. This story will enrage you, disgust you and frustrate you in equal measure. A sign of truly great
The characters were well written and although from a different time highly relatable. I found myself rooting for Burnet from the get-go and could feel her frustrations. Sadly, the misogyny she faced is still prevalent today especially with the use of Social Media so although set in the late 70's it's still very relevant. The story moves at a good pace keeping the reader engaged, teasing us along. Its themes are dark and the setting and time period really set the scene. This story will enrage you, disgust you and frustrate you in equal measure. A sign of truly great
April 14, 2025
The Friday Girl
By R.D McLean
Blurb
1978, Scotland. An ambitious killer hunts neighbourhood pets before seeking larger prey. As Detective Burnet battles to find the truth, her search leads to a bloody, terrifying conclusion . . .
Newly assigned to CID, Elizabeth Burnet is seen as just a pretty face. So when she stumbles across evidence of a serial killer, dubbed "the Werewolf," her theories are dismissed. The only person who believes Burnet is a former detective with his own agenda: exposing corruption within Tayside Police. Together, they realise that some in the force have reasons for sweeping recent deaths under the carpet.
But someone is still out there, pursuing victims in the Templeton Woods. As Burnet reveals the killer's identity, she also exposes the mind of a monster pushed to the edge.
This is a crime thriller packed with gore and corruption.
📅 Set in the 70s
🩸 Blood and Gore
🐺 Animal attacks, or is it?
🕵🏻♀️ Detective work
💪 Punchy/paced writing
🗯 Interesting characters
I enjoyed the cultural reference for the time period, such as a trip to the cinema being packed out to see the new film Jaws and the distinct lack of technology to aid their search to track the killer and the sheer lack of respect for a female CID 'Burnet' on the case.
It's ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ from me!🤓
By R.D McLean
Blurb
1978, Scotland. An ambitious killer hunts neighbourhood pets before seeking larger prey. As Detective Burnet battles to find the truth, her search leads to a bloody, terrifying conclusion . . .
Newly assigned to CID, Elizabeth Burnet is seen as just a pretty face. So when she stumbles across evidence of a serial killer, dubbed "the Werewolf," her theories are dismissed. The only person who believes Burnet is a former detective with his own agenda: exposing corruption within Tayside Police. Together, they realise that some in the force have reasons for sweeping recent deaths under the carpet.
But someone is still out there, pursuing victims in the Templeton Woods. As Burnet reveals the killer's identity, she also exposes the mind of a monster pushed to the edge.
This is a crime thriller packed with gore and corruption.
📅 Set in the 70s
🩸 Blood and Gore
🐺 Animal attacks, or is it?
🕵🏻♀️ Detective work
💪 Punchy/paced writing
🗯 Interesting characters
I enjoyed the cultural reference for the time period, such as a trip to the cinema being packed out to see the new film Jaws and the distinct lack of technology to aid their search to track the killer and the sheer lack of respect for a female CID 'Burnet' on the case.
It's ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ from me!🤓
February 22, 2025
Wow! That was intense. And gripping. And dark. I'd even go so far as to say it was edge-of-your-seat stuff. But enough with the clichés.
The Friday Girl is a fine example of Scottish Noir. Dundee is the setting, 1978 is the year. The Friday Girl of the title is Elizabeth Burnet, the pretty face of Tayside Police, newest addition to CID.
Her first major investigation as a DS appears to be a violent murder, but someone doesn't want her to investigate it, and the case is eventually buried.
Burnet soon discovers that police corruption is rife in CID, and misogyny is the order of the day. 🚓
I loved this book. The tension built the deeper I delved. I was either biting my nails, or shouting with frustration. I definitely called one of the characters a bad name. 🚓
This title will be available on March 13th. I strongly recommend you add it to your reading list. You won't be sorry. 🚓
Thanks to Black & White Publishing and Netgalley for the digital ARC.
The Friday Girl is a fine example of Scottish Noir. Dundee is the setting, 1978 is the year. The Friday Girl of the title is Elizabeth Burnet, the pretty face of Tayside Police, newest addition to CID.
Her first major investigation as a DS appears to be a violent murder, but someone doesn't want her to investigate it, and the case is eventually buried.
Burnet soon discovers that police corruption is rife in CID, and misogyny is the order of the day. 🚓
I loved this book. The tension built the deeper I delved. I was either biting my nails, or shouting with frustration. I definitely called one of the characters a bad name. 🚓
This title will be available on March 13th. I strongly recommend you add it to your reading list. You won't be sorry. 🚓
Thanks to Black & White Publishing and Netgalley for the digital ARC.
April 14, 2025
In the 1970s, police corruption has burrowed its way in the fabric of policing and Dundee isn’t immune from its murky charms. Elizabeth Burnet is determined to shake up the creaky attitudes of the old guard and get to the bottom of a brutal case that is about to plague the city. But first she needs to battle the sexism that is also front & centre of daily life. Elizabeth isn’t sure what will catch her first, the criminal abyss or the misogyny.
McLean is a dynamic writer with a talent for immersing the reader in settings that drip off the page with a compelling authenticity. You are drawn to his characters like a magnet, and it’s always hard to pull yourself away once the story is finished. We’ve had a long wait for his latest work and it was definitely worth it.
I received an early copy from the publishers via NetGalley in exchange for a review.
McLean is a dynamic writer with a talent for immersing the reader in settings that drip off the page with a compelling authenticity. You are drawn to his characters like a magnet, and it’s always hard to pull yourself away once the story is finished. We’ve had a long wait for his latest work and it was definitely worth it.
I received an early copy from the publishers via NetGalley in exchange for a review.
February 23, 2025
This is a brilliant read, with very interesting and believable characters, set in Dundee in the 1970's. I loved the atmospheric writing and the strength of Burnet's character as a policewoman in a male dominated profession. The characters jumped from the pages due to the skilled writing and the plotting was filled with suspense right to the end. I do hope there is a follow up to this 5* read, which I highly recommend. Thanks to Net Galley for my ARC.
April 13, 2025
I enjoyed this book very much. It meandered a bit, but the ending was truly thrilling. I was also a newbie to the workforce in the ‘70s. We weren’t allowed to wear trouser suits but our mini skirts were so short that our panties were on display. My male colleagues were patronising, coarse, utterly appalling really. Things only improved when I started my own business. I’m looking toward to reading more from this author.
March 13, 2025
Absolutely outstanding.
Well written, engaging and a rollicking good time.
Very gritty, twisty and grippingly good. A brilliant new bit of Tartan Noir from R. D. McLean.
I really hope this is the beginning of a new series.
I highly recommend this and, indeed, all of the author’s back catalogue.
Well written, engaging and a rollicking good time.
Very gritty, twisty and grippingly good. A brilliant new bit of Tartan Noir from R. D. McLean.
I really hope this is the beginning of a new series.
I highly recommend this and, indeed, all of the author’s back catalogue.
December 13, 2025
A historical police procedural. The characters were flawed and believable, a well conceived plot, and a well written story. I was surprised with the lower rating of this story when so many others with inflated ratings don't stand up nearly as well as this one. I listened to the audio version and the narrators, Samara MacLaren, David Monteath, did a superb job.
May 17, 2025
3.75 rounded up. Review to follow.
July 4, 2025
3 stars because I was rather confused the first 40% then got into it.
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