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Detective Ian Wilson #6
Yield Up the Dead
IAN WILSON IS BACK
Ian Wilson thought he was finished with the PSNI. However, he is persuaded to come back to lead a murder squad with extra responsibilities. Gang boss Sammy Rice is still missing and there are new team members to integrate. Then information comes to light on the burial place of one of the ‘disappeared’. The raising of the body and the subsequent investigation threatens to expose one of Ulster’s darkest secrets.
This is the sixth book in the Ian Wilson series.Wilson investigates murder in the boilerhouse that is modern day Belfast, a city still emerging from a violent past. In a situation where crime and politics are often intertwined, Wilson and his new team must have their finger on the pulse of the city and tread a careful investigative path. Yield `Up the Dead continues to set the bar for Northern Irish noir.
If you like hard-boiled and compelling detective fiction you are sure to find Wilson a character you will identify with and like. Reviewers have already likened Wilson to John Rebus.
Ian Wilson thought he was finished with the PSNI. However, he is persuaded to come back to lead a murder squad with extra responsibilities. Gang boss Sammy Rice is still missing and there are new team members to integrate. Then information comes to light on the burial place of one of the ‘disappeared’. The raising of the body and the subsequent investigation threatens to expose one of Ulster’s darkest secrets.
This is the sixth book in the Ian Wilson series.Wilson investigates murder in the boilerhouse that is modern day Belfast, a city still emerging from a violent past. In a situation where crime and politics are often intertwined, Wilson and his new team must have their finger on the pulse of the city and tread a careful investigative path. Yield `Up the Dead continues to set the bar for Northern Irish noir.
If you like hard-boiled and compelling detective fiction you are sure to find Wilson a character you will identify with and like. Reviewers have already likened Wilson to John Rebus.
336 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 17, 2016
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About the author
Derek Fee
48 books43 followersI was born in Ireland and after graduating in engineering and business I decided that I wanted to see the world. With Shell International Petroeum and the National Iranian Oil Company I worked in England, Holland and Iran. As an international diplomat I lived in Belgium, Malta, Kenya and Zambia. I had the great good fortune to have a career which fulfilled all my travel desires. Since retiring in 2011, I have been living on the West Coast of Ireland and I've been writing full time. I love reading and concentrate on thrillers and history.
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July 27, 2017
Best of the series
Ian Wilson is just a bit too perfect in many ways, but I am attached to him.
These are not standalone books, you really should read entire series, otherwise you'll be lost. Even then you might be a bit lost, at least this American is - the hatred in Northern Ireland is just so confusing to us, although this particular book explained it really well.
I enjoyed the series.
Ian Wilson is just a bit too perfect in many ways, but I am attached to him.
These are not standalone books, you really should read entire series, otherwise you'll be lost. Even then you might be a bit lost, at least this American is - the hatred in Northern Ireland is just so confusing to us, although this particular book explained it really well.
I enjoyed the series.
August 25, 2017
4.5 stars. This is one of the best books in this series. Quite interesting. I think it is better than the book that follows it which I accidentally read first. One thing I think this and several other series needs is a 1 or 2 page summary of the important events in previous books that are referred to in the present one. Up to several years may pass between books when I am up to date in reading a series and this would help me to understand what was happening.
March 17, 2017
So satisfying
I have read all Ian Wilson novels and really enjoy them. Yield Up the Dead brings a lot of closure plus a new beginning. I heartily recommend reading the entire series in order.
Derek Fee is a fine author, and his incorporation of the history of " the Troubles" of Northern Ireland make for fascinating reading. I look forward to reading more of his novels.
I have read all Ian Wilson novels and really enjoy them. Yield Up the Dead brings a lot of closure plus a new beginning. I heartily recommend reading the entire series in order.
Derek Fee is a fine author, and his incorporation of the history of " the Troubles" of Northern Ireland make for fascinating reading. I look forward to reading more of his novels.
May 9, 2017
Ian Wilson
I love all of this series and cannot wait for the next installment. I like the fact that I never know exactly how or who does the deed until the appropriate time! I like that he has a relationship with Reid, and hope that it continues. Unless his old Sgt. Comes back alone from Boston?!?
I love all of this series and cannot wait for the next installment. I like the fact that I never know exactly how or who does the deed until the appropriate time! I like that he has a relationship with Reid, and hope that it continues. Unless his old Sgt. Comes back alone from Boston?!?
April 29, 2018
Fantastic read
What a great book! I love this series and this book is another well written addition to it, the characters are believable and the story is twisty and complex. If you love your crime books, I'd recommend starting with the the first in this series, you won't regret it.
What a great book! I love this series and this book is another well written addition to it, the characters are believable and the story is twisty and complex. If you love your crime books, I'd recommend starting with the the first in this series, you won't regret it.
March 29, 2021
Criminal clear up.😛
C.S Wilson gets on top of his investigations now he is back to his old job,a new bunch of higher police people, after the shake up in the previous book.Another good mix of action and investigations of a number of criminals from previous and on going storylines.Well worth the five 🌟a good series.😎😎
C.S Wilson gets on top of his investigations now he is back to his old job,a new bunch of higher police people, after the shake up in the previous book.Another good mix of action and investigations of a number of criminals from previous and on going storylines.Well worth the five 🌟a good series.😎😎
February 20, 2017
Did Not Disappoint
I've read the previous five Wilson books and enjoyed every one of them. The characters are well written and believable. The plot was extremely interesting and complex. I look forward to the next installment.
I've read the previous five Wilson books and enjoyed every one of them. The characters are well written and believable. The plot was extremely interesting and complex. I look forward to the next installment.
May 17, 2017
Interesting book in more ways than one
This book goes at a good speed, well written and full of interesting tangents. I've read all Derek's books and they are all worth taking the time out to enjoy
This book goes at a good speed, well written and full of interesting tangents. I've read all Derek's books and they are all worth taking the time out to enjoy
June 17, 2017
Great series
I have read the six books in this series and I have enjoyed each and every one. Ian Wilson is a well fleshed out character. He is a man on a mission to rid Belfast of its murderous gangs left over from the troubles. His romantic life is interesting too.
I have read the six books in this series and I have enjoyed each and every one. Ian Wilson is a well fleshed out character. He is a man on a mission to rid Belfast of its murderous gangs left over from the troubles. His romantic life is interesting too.
May 9, 2023
Another Excellent Story
Another excellent story in the Detective Wilson Belfast Murders series. Lots of the usual strong characters and a good story line. Well crafted and a really good read.Looking forward to reading more in the series.
Another excellent story in the Detective Wilson Belfast Murders series. Lots of the usual strong characters and a good story line. Well crafted and a really good read.Looking forward to reading more in the series.
February 23, 2017
Captive reading
Awaiting the next installment with great anticipation. It gives you a good incite to the goings on in northern Ireland.
Awaiting the next installment with great anticipation. It gives you a good incite to the goings on in northern Ireland.
July 16, 2017
Another excellent read
Derek Gee has captured the grit criminal investigations. I have now read all six of his books about and highly recommend them.
Derek Gee has captured the grit criminal investigations. I have now read all six of his books about and highly recommend them.
September 6, 2018
Another home run
Another home run by Derek Fee. Ian Wilson is my new favorite and I highly recommend everyone get hooked on his adventures.
Another home run by Derek Fee. Ian Wilson is my new favorite and I highly recommend everyone get hooked on his adventures.
December 30, 2018
Yield up the Dead
Terrific book! Ian Wilson is my kind of detective. Not only a great detective but a nice man. Can’t wait to read book 7
Terrific book! Ian Wilson is my kind of detective. Not only a great detective but a nice man. Can’t wait to read book 7
January 7, 2019
Enthralling.
Ian Wilson solves her more mysterious deaths.
His quest is not complete however. Will be every bring The Circle to face their wrongs?
Ian Wilson solves her more mysterious deaths.
His quest is not complete however. Will be every bring The Circle to face their wrongs?
February 28, 2019
Good (no, better than just good)
I am eagerly awaiting the next book in this series. The characters and the atmosphere of Northern Ireland are fascinating.
I am eagerly awaiting the next book in this series. The characters and the atmosphere of Northern Ireland are fascinating.
June 2, 2021
Devouring this series
Almost reluctant to start the next as it takes me closer to the last.love these books. Interested enough to research more about the real "troubles"
Almost reluctant to start the next as it takes me closer to the last.love these books. Interested enough to research more about the real "troubles"
September 1, 2021
Good book
I've read several in this series now and this is another good one. Good characters, good story, good writing, a good, comfortable read.
I've read several in this series now and this is another good one. Good characters, good story, good writing, a good, comfortable read.
August 12, 2022
Satisfyingly complex murder mystery, set in Belfast, with well described characters and lots of intrigue.
April 24, 2024
Great Author
I have enjoyed all your books and I am on to the next one. They all keep getting more intriguing.
I have enjoyed all your books and I am on to the next one. They all keep getting more intriguing.
July 30, 2024
Absolutely first class.
Great book Keeps you interested from the start. Plenty of twists turns. Surprises at turn of plot. Keeps your interest until the end.
Great book Keeps you interested from the start. Plenty of twists turns. Surprises at turn of plot. Keeps your interest until the end.
March 14, 2017
Great read
I have read this entire series of all 6 books and have been totally entertained. I want more of course. Well written, intelligent and interesting.
I have read this entire series of all 6 books and have been totally entertained. I want more of course. Well written, intelligent and interesting.
June 9, 2025
I have read and enjoyed Derek Fee's series The Galway Murders and have recently begun reading The Belfast series. I'm totally hooked. They are much darker in tone and the setting in Belfast in the years after the 'troubles' gives the books a very authentic and hard edge. Derek Fee perfectly captures the underlying and ever present tensions between the different comunities. Ian Wilson is a terrifi character with a gritty determination to get to the truth despite efforts being made by those in power to prevent him doing so. Read these books in order to see how events unfold. Brilliant stuff.
February 10, 2017
This series gets better and better as the characters grow into their skins.
Great plot in this one ... lots of unresolved ends still to follow up !
Great plot in this one ... lots of unresolved ends still to follow up !
June 4, 2019
Another Great Entry in the Wilson Saga
There are many open issues at the end of this book, which is great. It means another book is on the way. I am no expert on Northern Ireland nor police procedure, but this book just feels real. The resolution to many of the issues doesn't come in a flurry of gunfire and hyper-activity, and is still very satisfying. The only unreal thing might be what a good guy Wilson is, and that's ok. The supporting characters are good and mostly fully fleshed, and there are many strands of the story yet to weave. A great read!
There are many open issues at the end of this book, which is great. It means another book is on the way. I am no expert on Northern Ireland nor police procedure, but this book just feels real. The resolution to many of the issues doesn't come in a flurry of gunfire and hyper-activity, and is still very satisfying. The only unreal thing might be what a good guy Wilson is, and that's ok. The supporting characters are good and mostly fully fleshed, and there are many strands of the story yet to weave. A great read!
December 29, 2016
ANOTHER GREAT READ IN A GREAT, GREAT SERIES
If you enjoy reading British detectives / police procedurals, you must read Derek Fee's Wilson series! It's one of the genre's absolute best series. It's hard to describe how fulfilling and enjoyable it is to read these books. They are unputdownable. His characters possess such depth and unique dimensions that each one comes to life within the complex plots of policing North Ireland post-"Troubles". Thank you, thank you, Mr. Fee.
If you enjoy reading British detectives / police procedurals, you must read Derek Fee's Wilson series! It's one of the genre's absolute best series. It's hard to describe how fulfilling and enjoyable it is to read these books. They are unputdownable. His characters possess such depth and unique dimensions that each one comes to life within the complex plots of policing North Ireland post-"Troubles". Thank you, thank you, Mr. Fee.
December 26, 2016
Another cracker
Unputdownable. Pacy,succinct,geographically correct and always fast paced. I hope Wilson's career continues as the series is superb. Recommened to anyone who likes their crime fiction.
Unputdownable. Pacy,succinct,geographically correct and always fast paced. I hope Wilson's career continues as the series is superb. Recommened to anyone who likes their crime fiction.
December 25, 2016
Yield up the dead
Wilson is the sort of policeman that we all want and don't always get. As someone who knows Belfast it is easy to recognize the problems of the police
Wilson is the sort of policeman that we all want and don't always get. As someone who knows Belfast it is easy to recognize the problems of the police
April 5, 2017
Ian Wilson is busy again
Derek Fee is a gifted author who can spin a terrific tale. Ian Wilson is a complex character
who is a pleasure to follow through his day. Thanks to Mr.Fee for another installment
of the murder squad and all the faces they deal with. Can't wait for the next book.
Keep up the great work!!!!!!!
Derek Fee is a gifted author who can spin a terrific tale. Ian Wilson is a complex character
who is a pleasure to follow through his day. Thanks to Mr.Fee for another installment
of the murder squad and all the faces they deal with. Can't wait for the next book.
Keep up the great work!!!!!!!
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