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D.I. Clare Mackay #7
A Blind Eye
Can DI Clare Mackay unravel a dead man’s secrets?
Harry Richards, local Solicitor. Found in his car, throat slit.
DI Clare Mackay is on the case. She soon learns that Harry was no innocent victim.
But when the wife of one of Harry’s colleagues is also discovered dead in her car, Clare realises there might be something bigger at play.
Can she find out who’s behind the murders before they turn their attention to her?
Harry Richards, local Solicitor. Found in his car, throat slit.
DI Clare Mackay is on the case. She soon learns that Harry was no innocent victim.
But when the wife of one of Harry’s colleagues is also discovered dead in her car, Clare realises there might be something bigger at play.
Can she find out who’s behind the murders before they turn their attention to her?
352 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 8, 2023
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About the author
Marion Todd
39 books353 followersMarion grew up in the City of Dundee, now home to the magnificent V&A Museum. Always a keen writer, she has had point-of-view pieces published in the Dundee Courier and short stories in My Weekly magazine. She won first prize in the Family Circle Magazine Short Story for Children Competition in 1987.
More recently, Marion has turned her hand to crime fiction and was one of only six commercial fiction writers selected to pitch to an industry panel at XPONorth in Inverness in 2017. In 2018 Marion was long-listed for the Sunstory Award and the Scottish Arts Council Short Story Award. This year she was short-listed for Dundee Rep’s Stripped programme. She is represented by Northbank Talent Management and her debut novel, See Them Run, will be published as an eBook by Canelo on 31 October 2019.
Before becoming a full-time writer, Marion worked as a lecturer, candle-maker and hotel lounge pianist, a job which provided rich material for her novels. When she isn’t writing, Marion can be found tussling with her jungle-like garden and walking in the beautiful Scotish countryside.
Marion lives in North East Fife overlooking the River Tay and is a sometime babysitter for her daughter’s unruly but lovable dog.
More recently, Marion has turned her hand to crime fiction and was one of only six commercial fiction writers selected to pitch to an industry panel at XPONorth in Inverness in 2017. In 2018 Marion was long-listed for the Sunstory Award and the Scottish Arts Council Short Story Award. This year she was short-listed for Dundee Rep’s Stripped programme. She is represented by Northbank Talent Management and her debut novel, See Them Run, will be published as an eBook by Canelo on 31 October 2019.
Before becoming a full-time writer, Marion worked as a lecturer, candle-maker and hotel lounge pianist, a job which provided rich material for her novels. When she isn’t writing, Marion can be found tussling with her jungle-like garden and walking in the beautiful Scotish countryside.
Marion lives in North East Fife overlooking the River Tay and is a sometime babysitter for her daughter’s unruly but lovable dog.
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August 18, 2025
3.5 stars!
Gritty, engaging and still twisty with this ongoing police procedural series.
Gritty, engaging and still twisty with this ongoing police procedural series.
April 25, 2023
DI Clare Mackay #7
The St Andrews team investigate a missing person case who is later found in his car in Tentsmuir Forest with his throat cut. The victim is solicitor Harry Richards and his murder is just the start of a tricky investigation for Clare and the team.
First of all, there is a really good balance between the personal lives of the police team who are all likeable and there is enjoyable banter between them. Clare is a relatable and authentic central character, and I like the contrast between her days at the “coal face“ and the calm provided by her partner, DCI Alistair Gibson, and of course, Benjy her dog!
This is a well written novel with the storyline flowing via the linear timeline. There are no unnecessary frills, just good straightforward storytelling. The plot gets more and more intriguing with the investigative tentacles spreading far beyond the dead solicitor, taking us into a topical direction. If becomes complex and there are some good plot twists. Whilst the pace is never especially fast, it is all well considered and it feels a realistic too. It’s immersive and gripping as the different plot strands connect together at the end. I like the good humour used to break up the darker side of the plot and I’m in absolute agreement on the right way to eat a KitKat! Just off to find myself a Wagon Wheel!
Overall, this is a good series and one I’ve continued to enjoy and I’m already anticipating number eight. It can easily be read as a standalone.
With thanks to NetGalley and especially to Canelo for the much appreciated arc in return for an honest review.
The St Andrews team investigate a missing person case who is later found in his car in Tentsmuir Forest with his throat cut. The victim is solicitor Harry Richards and his murder is just the start of a tricky investigation for Clare and the team.
First of all, there is a really good balance between the personal lives of the police team who are all likeable and there is enjoyable banter between them. Clare is a relatable and authentic central character, and I like the contrast between her days at the “coal face“ and the calm provided by her partner, DCI Alistair Gibson, and of course, Benjy her dog!
This is a well written novel with the storyline flowing via the linear timeline. There are no unnecessary frills, just good straightforward storytelling. The plot gets more and more intriguing with the investigative tentacles spreading far beyond the dead solicitor, taking us into a topical direction. If becomes complex and there are some good plot twists. Whilst the pace is never especially fast, it is all well considered and it feels a realistic too. It’s immersive and gripping as the different plot strands connect together at the end. I like the good humour used to break up the darker side of the plot and I’m in absolute agreement on the right way to eat a KitKat! Just off to find myself a Wagon Wheel!
Overall, this is a good series and one I’ve continued to enjoy and I’m already anticipating number eight. It can easily be read as a standalone.
With thanks to NetGalley and especially to Canelo for the much appreciated arc in return for an honest review.
May 21, 2023
DI Clare MacKay #7
Harry Richards, local Solicitor, found in his car, throat slit. DI Clare Mackay is on the case. She soon learns that Harry was no innocent victim. But when the wife of one of Harry's colleagues is also discovered dead in her car, Clare realises there might be something bigger at play. Can she find out what's behind the murders before they turn their attention to her?
I love catching up with Clare and her team. Clare is a relatable protagonist. This time it's not just murder she and her team are investigating, there's also illegal money lending. This is quite a complex read with a fast pace. There's quite a lot of humour throughout. I love Marion's writing style. She knows how to pull you in at the beginning and won't let you go until the end. All the single threads were tied up nicely by the end. This was another great addition to this fantastic series.
I would like to thank #NetGalley #Camelo and the author #MarionTodd for my ARC of ABlindEye in exchange for an honest review.
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Harry Richards, local Solicitor, found in his car, throat slit. DI Clare Mackay is on the case. She soon learns that Harry was no innocent victim. But when the wife of one of Harry's colleagues is also discovered dead in her car, Clare realises there might be something bigger at play. Can she find out what's behind the murders before they turn their attention to her?
I love catching up with Clare and her team. Clare is a relatable protagonist. This time it's not just murder she and her team are investigating, there's also illegal money lending. This is quite a complex read with a fast pace. There's quite a lot of humour throughout. I love Marion's writing style. She knows how to pull you in at the beginning and won't let you go until the end. All the single threads were tied up nicely by the end. This was another great addition to this fantastic series.
I would like to thank #NetGalley #Camelo and the author #MarionTodd for my ARC of ABlindEye in exchange for an honest review.
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November 18, 2025
* An 3.5 stars, easy-to-read, police procedural *
It took me less than two days to read this book during a period when I was feeling a bit "off"—not sick, but didn't feel like jumping around either. Then it took a week to decide how to rate the novel. It was the right book for me at that time. Easy to follow. Entertaining. But I felt that it fell into the average category because overall it was not outstanding, and so I thought I would give it three stars, an average grade. Then I read somewhere that three stars was a "negative" rating, and I definitely didn't feel negative about A BLIND EYE. I will read other books in this series in the future. However the writing is just average, the plot was quite good (above average), but I felt that the "romance" aspect of the investigating officers was a bit overboard. It is a "romance police procedural" if that is a category. An easy read. Not a book designed to make its readers think, but one designed to give them a bit of pleasure.
A BLIND EYE is #7 in the DI Clare Mackay series. I recently read #4. In #4, Clare's romantic life was in turmoil, as she terminated one relationship and started another. In A BLIND EYE, it appears that Clare's current partnership is steady, but a former partner came briefly into the scene (as a "friend" not another romantic interruption); this meant that in the series of seven books Clare has had three different romantic partners. Also, A BLIND EYE continued onward with the pairing of DS Chris West and PC Sara Stapleton, now planning their wedding and honeymoon. In addition, another romantic pairing appeared to be developing in the small police station—Max, a new addition, is attracted to Zoe. Altogether, there seems to be too much emphasis on romantic pairings for me to consider it anything but an "average" reading experience.
Plus, Clare considers her dog, Benjy, to be her most important love: "Benjy who drove her mad but who she loved more than anything else in her life."
The murder investigation, on the other hand, was far more interesting to me. Harry Richards, a solicitor who handled real estate transactions is murdered, his throat cut gangster-style. Only a few days earlier, his wife reported that she was being stalked. Clare and her team soon zoom in on a possible suspect but finding the evidence against him will be difficult. In addition, the wife of the solicitor's paralegal assistant died in a car accident that may not have been an accident. Pulling all the clues together takes time and effort as all members of Clare's team participate in unraveling the case.
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My reviews for other books from this series:
What They Knew (DI Clare Mackay, #4)
See Them Run (DI Clare Mackay, #1)
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Thanks to the Greater Victoria Public Library for providing the ebook that I read.
It took me less than two days to read this book during a period when I was feeling a bit "off"—not sick, but didn't feel like jumping around either. Then it took a week to decide how to rate the novel. It was the right book for me at that time. Easy to follow. Entertaining. But I felt that it fell into the average category because overall it was not outstanding, and so I thought I would give it three stars, an average grade. Then I read somewhere that three stars was a "negative" rating, and I definitely didn't feel negative about A BLIND EYE. I will read other books in this series in the future. However the writing is just average, the plot was quite good (above average), but I felt that the "romance" aspect of the investigating officers was a bit overboard. It is a "romance police procedural" if that is a category. An easy read. Not a book designed to make its readers think, but one designed to give them a bit of pleasure.
A BLIND EYE is #7 in the DI Clare Mackay series. I recently read #4. In #4, Clare's romantic life was in turmoil, as she terminated one relationship and started another. In A BLIND EYE, it appears that Clare's current partnership is steady, but a former partner came briefly into the scene (as a "friend" not another romantic interruption); this meant that in the series of seven books Clare has had three different romantic partners. Also, A BLIND EYE continued onward with the pairing of DS Chris West and PC Sara Stapleton, now planning their wedding and honeymoon. In addition, another romantic pairing appeared to be developing in the small police station—Max, a new addition, is attracted to Zoe. Altogether, there seems to be too much emphasis on romantic pairings for me to consider it anything but an "average" reading experience.
Plus, Clare considers her dog, Benjy, to be her most important love: "Benjy who drove her mad but who she loved more than anything else in her life."
The murder investigation, on the other hand, was far more interesting to me. Harry Richards, a solicitor who handled real estate transactions is murdered, his throat cut gangster-style. Only a few days earlier, his wife reported that she was being stalked. Clare and her team soon zoom in on a possible suspect but finding the evidence against him will be difficult. In addition, the wife of the solicitor's paralegal assistant died in a car accident that may not have been an accident. Pulling all the clues together takes time and effort as all members of Clare's team participate in unraveling the case.
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My reviews for other books from this series:
What They Knew (DI Clare Mackay, #4)
See Them Run (DI Clare Mackay, #1)
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Thanks to the Greater Victoria Public Library for providing the ebook that I read.
July 6, 2023
This is one of my favourite current crime series, and A Blind Eye - the seventh instalment - certainly doesn't disappoint.
June 8, 2023
4.5 stars rounded up.
Harry Richards, a 52-year-old solicitor from St Andrew, is reported missing by his wife, Louise. The week before Harry’s disappearance, someone was spotted standing outside their house. Louise reckons she saw the same man on a couple of more occasions.
Then, Harry’s car is found with his body in it; his throat cut. DI Clare Mackay immediately suspects foul play.
Harry had his own law practice and on the surface everything looks perfect: he was a great husband and a good boss. However, when Clare begins to dig deeper, she discovers that Harry had connections to the criminal underworld…
I really enjoyed this gripping police procedural set in beautiful Fife (East Neuk is such a stunning part of the world!).
It’s the seventh instalment in the DI Mackay series, but it can be read as a standalone thriller. It was my first book by this author and I quickly picked up the dynamics between the characters.
I liked the banter between Clare and her colleagues, and I loved her dog, Benji. As a fellow dog owner, I was heartbroken to discover his predicament, and what Clare did to Albie was 100% justified!
I now must discover what Clare and her team were previously up to – I have to pick up the other books in this series! I am a new fan.
Harry Richards, a 52-year-old solicitor from St Andrew, is reported missing by his wife, Louise. The week before Harry’s disappearance, someone was spotted standing outside their house. Louise reckons she saw the same man on a couple of more occasions.
Then, Harry’s car is found with his body in it; his throat cut. DI Clare Mackay immediately suspects foul play.
Harry had his own law practice and on the surface everything looks perfect: he was a great husband and a good boss. However, when Clare begins to dig deeper, she discovers that Harry had connections to the criminal underworld…
I really enjoyed this gripping police procedural set in beautiful Fife (East Neuk is such a stunning part of the world!).
It’s the seventh instalment in the DI Mackay series, but it can be read as a standalone thriller. It was my first book by this author and I quickly picked up the dynamics between the characters.
I liked the banter between Clare and her colleagues, and I loved her dog, Benji. As a fellow dog owner, I was heartbroken to discover his predicament, and what Clare did to Albie was 100% justified!
I now must discover what Clare and her team were previously up to – I have to pick up the other books in this series! I am a new fan.
May 4, 2023
Harry Richards was a well-respected local solicitor, but as the weather starts to get a little warmer, DI Clare Mackay is handed his case after he is discovered dead. With client confidentiality making everything far more awkward than usual, the team discover there was far more to their victim than met the eye.
When a second death is found to have possible links to the case, it seems there could be far more going on than anyone originally thought. As the danger moves ever closer to Clare and her team, can they uncover the evidence they desperately need before it’s too late?
The seventh book in this entertaining series was a little slow to start, but it definitely made up for that as the story progressed. There was a vulnerability to Clare, which was very nicely done as was the always brilliant banter between her and long-suffering sergeant!
I was able to read an advanced copy of this book thanks to NetGalley and the publishers, but the opinions expressed are my own. I enjoyed this very much and happily recommend it.
When a second death is found to have possible links to the case, it seems there could be far more going on than anyone originally thought. As the danger moves ever closer to Clare and her team, can they uncover the evidence they desperately need before it’s too late?
The seventh book in this entertaining series was a little slow to start, but it definitely made up for that as the story progressed. There was a vulnerability to Clare, which was very nicely done as was the always brilliant banter between her and long-suffering sergeant!
I was able to read an advanced copy of this book thanks to NetGalley and the publishers, but the opinions expressed are my own. I enjoyed this very much and happily recommend it.
June 14, 2023
Many thanks to @MarionETodd @CaneloCrime @canelo_co @KellyALacey @lovebookstours for the opportunity to review it.
DCI Clare Mackay's team is investigating the case of a missing person who was found in Tentsmuir Forest inside his car with his throat cut. The victim is solicitor Harry Richards and his murder is just the start of a tricky investigation for Clare and the team.
The police team's personal lives are nicely balanced, and they all have likable personalities, making for enjoyable banter. Clare is an authentic and relatable protagonist. The perfect balance between her demanding job and the serenity of her partner, DCI Alistair Gibson.
The well-written novel follows a linear timeline to guide its storyline. The focus is on good storytelling without diverting from the story. The story becomes even more captivating as the investigation branches out from the deceased lawyer and into modern issues.
The pace is deliberate but well-considered, making it feel true to life. At the end, the different plots come together, making it an immersive and gripping experience. The comedic relief does a great job of offsetting the gloomy plot elements, and I wholeheartedly concur on the correct way to devour a Kit-Kat!!.
The series is fantastic and I’m eagerly awaiting the eighth instalment. Although it can be read as a standalone, I recommend starting from the beginning for the full experience. I certainly will.
Top marks to Marion Todd, for me a fantastic writer and my auto-buy Scottish writer.
DCI Clare Mackay's team is investigating the case of a missing person who was found in Tentsmuir Forest inside his car with his throat cut. The victim is solicitor Harry Richards and his murder is just the start of a tricky investigation for Clare and the team.
The police team's personal lives are nicely balanced, and they all have likable personalities, making for enjoyable banter. Clare is an authentic and relatable protagonist. The perfect balance between her demanding job and the serenity of her partner, DCI Alistair Gibson.
The well-written novel follows a linear timeline to guide its storyline. The focus is on good storytelling without diverting from the story. The story becomes even more captivating as the investigation branches out from the deceased lawyer and into modern issues.
The pace is deliberate but well-considered, making it feel true to life. At the end, the different plots come together, making it an immersive and gripping experience. The comedic relief does a great job of offsetting the gloomy plot elements, and I wholeheartedly concur on the correct way to devour a Kit-Kat!!.
The series is fantastic and I’m eagerly awaiting the eighth instalment. Although it can be read as a standalone, I recommend starting from the beginning for the full experience. I certainly will.
Top marks to Marion Todd, for me a fantastic writer and my auto-buy Scottish writer.
May 10, 2023
I always wonder with a series of books, if the characters are what makes it, rather than the storyline. In this, the seventh book of the Clare Mackay detective series though, the storyline is as strong as ever. And if you came along for the characters, you won’t be disappointed either!
There’s twists and turns, connections and non connections, and a fair amount of action for our St Andrews based detective. I do like that the story is detailed by day so you really do feel like you’re there; involved in the progress of the case.
I’ve always felt that Clare is a compassionate character, and her interaction with one particular member of the team, Robbie, seemed to cement that.
Again, as a local, I loved that I knew where scenes had taken place- and I’m still keen for a Clare Mackay bus tour of the area!
There’s twists and turns, connections and non connections, and a fair amount of action for our St Andrews based detective. I do like that the story is detailed by day so you really do feel like you’re there; involved in the progress of the case.
I’ve always felt that Clare is a compassionate character, and her interaction with one particular member of the team, Robbie, seemed to cement that.
Again, as a local, I loved that I knew where scenes had taken place- and I’m still keen for a Clare Mackay bus tour of the area!
September 4, 2024
She is seriously the worst investigator and gets showered with compliments! She blows her search! She has a missing suspect AND a missing witness, her phone rings with a number she doesn’t know and she jumps to “maybe this call is about my dog with a bum leg.” Seriously?? She cannot even figure out how to use a mute button on a cell phone?
Once again she found very little through investigation it was someone who just showed up with all the evidence.. again! She is really bad at her job.
Outside of a seriously dislike for our incapable DI - the story is pretty good.
Once again she found very little through investigation it was someone who just showed up with all the evidence.. again! She is really bad at her job.
Outside of a seriously dislike for our incapable DI - the story is pretty good.
August 11, 2025
definitely my fav of the series so far. it just had a really good plot and it was well written and i really enjoyed it
June 9, 2023
This is book 7 of the DI Clare Mackay crime thrillers and although it's the first I've read, I really do think it worked well as a standalone.
As with many books in this genre, I do feel that there is lots of character development that has gone on over the series and I do feel that here too, so I wish that I'd started the series at the beginning - but the overall plot and storyline worked well still.
I am a sucker for a good crime thriller and I read a lot of them, so I need to be drawn in right from the start - even as far as the cover, which makes me grab them off the shelf.
And I love this cover!
The remote setting has so much potential for misadventure.
The writing style was gripping right from the start and I raced through to the end to find out who it was that was piling up the bodies and why?
Things start to look as though it's getting personal for DI Mackay - this is where I wonder if I've missed something in earlier books - but I think the plot panned out nicely enough for my first read.
I love plots with twists and this was not without them.
I need to get through some of my own (huge) tbr first - but definitely feel like I'd love to catch up on this series.
As with many books in this genre, I do feel that there is lots of character development that has gone on over the series and I do feel that here too, so I wish that I'd started the series at the beginning - but the overall plot and storyline worked well still.
I am a sucker for a good crime thriller and I read a lot of them, so I need to be drawn in right from the start - even as far as the cover, which makes me grab them off the shelf.
And I love this cover!
The remote setting has so much potential for misadventure.
The writing style was gripping right from the start and I raced through to the end to find out who it was that was piling up the bodies and why?
Things start to look as though it's getting personal for DI Mackay - this is where I wonder if I've missed something in earlier books - but I think the plot panned out nicely enough for my first read.
I love plots with twists and this was not without them.
I need to get through some of my own (huge) tbr first - but definitely feel like I'd love to catch up on this series.
May 2, 2023
Advisory note: This book contains Wagon Wheels!
This is a series that I always enjoy and reading this latest book was like catching up with old friends. Clare Mackay is a solid character and feels like the kind of boss I could happily work for. As with previous books, there is a good mix of her working life and home life with ‘The DCI’ and Benjy the dog. This starts with the grizzly murder of a solicitor but expands into a much broader enquiry. There are aspects of the plot which I’d like to think are a work of the author’s imagination but unfortunately I suspect that they reflect reality. To enjoy to the maximum you should read this as part of the series and I heartily recommend it. Be advised that there is an abundance of cake eating in this book and an attempted ‘crime’ involving a KitKat.
This is a series that I always enjoy and reading this latest book was like catching up with old friends. Clare Mackay is a solid character and feels like the kind of boss I could happily work for. As with previous books, there is a good mix of her working life and home life with ‘The DCI’ and Benjy the dog. This starts with the grizzly murder of a solicitor but expands into a much broader enquiry. There are aspects of the plot which I’d like to think are a work of the author’s imagination but unfortunately I suspect that they reflect reality. To enjoy to the maximum you should read this as part of the series and I heartily recommend it. Be advised that there is an abundance of cake eating in this book and an attempted ‘crime’ involving a KitKat.
August 21, 2023
Scottish mystery/crime series featuring DI Clare McKay takes us through twists and turns that keep the pages turning. Characters introduced through the previous books continue to develop here in #7, perhaps the best one yet.
September 27, 2023
Another brilliant book in this series.
August 30, 2025
this is a great series with realistic characters
October 19, 2025
Audiobook review- ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I love this series, I love this series, I love this series, I love this series, I love this series, I love this series, I love this series ……
I love this series, I love this series, I love this series, I love this series, I love this series, I love this series, I love this series ……
June 11, 2023
Seventh installment of the Inspector Clare Mackay series.
THE GOOD: Super twisty plot. Linear storytelling is underrated these days. The story falls into place over the course of several days, with tension building over time. The series characters are consistently likable, smart, and compassionate about what they do. It all comes together into a satisfying read.
THE BAD: Can we dial it down on Chris’s sweet tooth? Maybe limit it to two “hidden biscuit” or “had too many Kit Kats” jokes per book?
WOULD I REREAD? Sure!
THE GOOD: Super twisty plot. Linear storytelling is underrated these days. The story falls into place over the course of several days, with tension building over time. The series characters are consistently likable, smart, and compassionate about what they do. It all comes together into a satisfying read.
THE BAD: Can we dial it down on Chris’s sweet tooth? Maybe limit it to two “hidden biscuit” or “had too many Kit Kats” jokes per book?
WOULD I REREAD? Sure!
June 13, 2023
‘A Blind Eye’ is a thrilling read full of tension, suspense and a plot that turns very dark indeed! This series follows DI Clare MacKay and it is one that I look forward to. It has become one of my go to series and I am already eagerly awaiting the next book. However, you don’t need to have read the previous books to enjoy this one as it’s very much a self contained story of its own. I would recommend reading them though as it’s a brilliant series!
Harry Richards is a solicitor based in St. Andrews and he has been found dead. Murdered. Throat cut whilst he was in his car deep in the woods. DI Clare MacKay and her team are asked to look into the death and they soon find out that Harry wasn’t as squeaky clean as people thought. His wife has also reported that someone is stalking her. Plus, when someone remotely associated to the law practise crashes her car Clare doesn’t think this is a coincidence. Is there something bigger going on and will Clare work it out in time…
Marion has created something special in this series in the characters that form the main team - Clare, DS Chris West and his future wife Sara, reliable Sergeant Jim Douglas and especially Robbie in this book! I really thought that his story and thread was the best in the book. It deals with the issue of staffs mental health in the police force and whether there could be more done to help those that are struggling. An important topic. For me personally as well. My father used to be a copper and was the first on the scene on a train crash at Polmont in the 1980s. Until he died he has constant flashbacks to that day and struggled with getting to sleep because of it. That was 40 years that it could have been addressed and wasn’t. These issues need to be addressed and hopefully stories like this means that process is being made.
This is a slower burn of a book than some of Marion’s previous ones but stick with it as all the threads and information that come together in a thrilling finale!
Let me know if you pick this one up!
Harry Richards is a solicitor based in St. Andrews and he has been found dead. Murdered. Throat cut whilst he was in his car deep in the woods. DI Clare MacKay and her team are asked to look into the death and they soon find out that Harry wasn’t as squeaky clean as people thought. His wife has also reported that someone is stalking her. Plus, when someone remotely associated to the law practise crashes her car Clare doesn’t think this is a coincidence. Is there something bigger going on and will Clare work it out in time…
Marion has created something special in this series in the characters that form the main team - Clare, DS Chris West and his future wife Sara, reliable Sergeant Jim Douglas and especially Robbie in this book! I really thought that his story and thread was the best in the book. It deals with the issue of staffs mental health in the police force and whether there could be more done to help those that are struggling. An important topic. For me personally as well. My father used to be a copper and was the first on the scene on a train crash at Polmont in the 1980s. Until he died he has constant flashbacks to that day and struggled with getting to sleep because of it. That was 40 years that it could have been addressed and wasn’t. These issues need to be addressed and hopefully stories like this means that process is being made.
This is a slower burn of a book than some of Marion’s previous ones but stick with it as all the threads and information that come together in a thrilling finale!
Let me know if you pick this one up!
June 3, 2023
# A Blind eye👮🏼♀️ (Detective Clare Mackay #7)
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A week after a woman called the police to report seeing a stalker across the road from her house, her husband goes missing. He’s later found dead in his car. Detective Inspector Clare Mackay and her team, PC Sara Stapleton Sara, DS Chris West, and DS Jim Douglas are called in to investigate.
The victim in question is a solicitor named Harry Richards who according to his wife Louise, left for work the previous day and didn’t come home. Who’s the mystery man and why is he stalking Louise?
Thank you to Marion Todd, NetGalley, and Canelo for the arc of this book.
Merged review:
A week after a woman called the police to report seeing a stalker across the road from her house, her husband goes missing. He’s later found dead in his car. Detective Inspector Clare Mackay and her team, PC Sara Stapleton Sara, DS Chris West, and DS Jim Douglas are called in to investigate.
The victim in question is a solicitor named Harry Richards who according to his wife Louise, left for work the previous day and didn’t come home. Who’s the mystery man and why is he stalking Louise?
Thank you to Marion Todd, NetGalley, and Canelo for the arc of this book.
#bookreview
A week after a woman called the police to report seeing a stalker across the road from her house, her husband goes missing. He’s later found dead in his car. Detective Inspector Clare Mackay and her team, PC Sara Stapleton Sara, DS Chris West, and DS Jim Douglas are called in to investigate.
The victim in question is a solicitor named Harry Richards who according to his wife Louise, left for work the previous day and didn’t come home. Who’s the mystery man and why is he stalking Louise?
Thank you to Marion Todd, NetGalley, and Canelo for the arc of this book.
Merged review:
A week after a woman called the police to report seeing a stalker across the road from her house, her husband goes missing. He’s later found dead in his car. Detective Inspector Clare Mackay and her team, PC Sara Stapleton Sara, DS Chris West, and DS Jim Douglas are called in to investigate.
The victim in question is a solicitor named Harry Richards who according to his wife Louise, left for work the previous day and didn’t come home. Who’s the mystery man and why is he stalking Louise?
Thank you to Marion Todd, NetGalley, and Canelo for the arc of this book.
June 8, 2023
Brilliant read as always from Marion Todd.
The latest case which pushes Mackay to the limit is about the mysterious disappearance firstly of solicitor Harry Richards and then the discovery of his corpse. What follows is a typically labyrinthe case that has many twists and turn as Clare discovers Richards was not the straight laced figure he appeared to be.
While the case gets more involved, Mackay must also contend with personal relationships as the blossoming relationship with her boyfriend continues apace and the possibility of moving in together looms.
What sets Todd's novels apart from others is the camaraderie of Mackay with her colleagues, it paints the loyal serving police force in a positive light with no bent coppers on this force.
Something I have noticed for the first time is how well Todd writes about her hometown, with a real eye for landscape and the feel of nature, this is a writer who loves where she lives and wants to share that love with her readers.
Gripping as always and page-turning to the maximum, A Blind Eye does not disappoint and as ever this reader can heartily recommend this crime thriller to fans old and new.
The latest case which pushes Mackay to the limit is about the mysterious disappearance firstly of solicitor Harry Richards and then the discovery of his corpse. What follows is a typically labyrinthe case that has many twists and turn as Clare discovers Richards was not the straight laced figure he appeared to be.
While the case gets more involved, Mackay must also contend with personal relationships as the blossoming relationship with her boyfriend continues apace and the possibility of moving in together looms.
What sets Todd's novels apart from others is the camaraderie of Mackay with her colleagues, it paints the loyal serving police force in a positive light with no bent coppers on this force.
Something I have noticed for the first time is how well Todd writes about her hometown, with a real eye for landscape and the feel of nature, this is a writer who loves where she lives and wants to share that love with her readers.
Gripping as always and page-turning to the maximum, A Blind Eye does not disappoint and as ever this reader can heartily recommend this crime thriller to fans old and new.
April 22, 2023
I received a copy of this novel from the publisher via NetGalley.
I have read the whole of this series and it has been consistently strong. Here Clare investigates the murder of a local solicitor and wonders if the apparently accidental death of his paralegal's wife might be linked. The balance between the police procedural aspects and the focus on the officers' home lives was good, and (although I have no way of knowing if this is true) the police work read as authentic.
The opening chapters were a little dull and didn't particularly draw me in, but it soon picked up. The identity of the murderer was known from quite early on and then it was more a case of finding evidence for a prosecution, although the paralegal's wife case had more twists and turns.
Also, I totally agree about the correct way to eat a KitKat...
I have read the whole of this series and it has been consistently strong. Here Clare investigates the murder of a local solicitor and wonders if the apparently accidental death of his paralegal's wife might be linked. The balance between the police procedural aspects and the focus on the officers' home lives was good, and (although I have no way of knowing if this is true) the police work read as authentic.
The opening chapters were a little dull and didn't particularly draw me in, but it soon picked up. The identity of the murderer was known from quite early on and then it was more a case of finding evidence for a prosecution, although the paralegal's wife case had more twists and turns.
Also, I totally agree about the correct way to eat a KitKat...
July 9, 2023
I always look out for books set in Scotland, even parts of the country I don't know so well. This story is set on the east coast in a (supposedly) tranquil domestic setting, with forays to the city on police business.
The plot moves along at a steady pace without being too frantic and the characters are detailed and believable.
I liked the no-nonsense approach of the author in this book. Despite saying I look out for Scottish settings, I've never read any books by this author before, but I like her writing style and now have another author to add to my reading list.
Thanks to the author, Canelo, and Love Book Tours for the eARC of this book.
The plot moves along at a steady pace without being too frantic and the characters are detailed and believable.
I liked the no-nonsense approach of the author in this book. Despite saying I look out for Scottish settings, I've never read any books by this author before, but I like her writing style and now have another author to add to my reading list.
Thanks to the author, Canelo, and Love Book Tours for the eARC of this book.
May 5, 2023
A Blind Eye is Marion Todd's seventh volume starring DI Clare Mackay and her team. However, this volume can be read entirely independently and separately from the other editions.
Having read previous volumes by Marion Todd, I was very much looking forward to this most recent edition, in which Clare and her team must solve the murder of a local lawyer.
The story begins with a loose 'thread' - Clare is trying to interest students at a local high school in a job with the police. There, she meets an adolescent who clearly wants to confess something, but then decides to leave anyway.
Soon after, the team is startled by the murder of a respectable lawyer.
It also turns out that this lawyer's wife was being watched.
Enquiries soon reveal that Harry kept his diary empty, and that he wanted to take an extended holiday with his wife. Were things getting too hot for him?
Then, when the wife of a legal assistant in Harry's office is also killed in a bizarre car accident, it seems that someone is targeting the law firm's employees....
I am familiar with Marion Todd's detectives - and so I was looking forward to a new story.
The chapters are short, and smoothly written. I don't know if it's down to the subject matter of the crime - but somehow I had a hard time getting into the story. It deals a lot with conveyancing contracts (selling houses) or cars. Previous books I often read through in one go, but this time I found it hard to keep following the story. I'm not really sure what the reason is: the writing style is pleasant, smooth and with short chapters. Still, the story of loan sharks, conveying contracts and cars ‘going wild’ couldn't really captivate me personally.
I did miss the personal life of Clary, who seems to live on coffee and biscuits in the office. It is only when something happens to her dog Benji that something of emotion comes into the story. Her boyfriend is away for an extended period, and oddly enough, her ex comes to stay. Maybe I'm a bit old-fashioned about that, but I found this a bit odd. Also that her ex apparently still feels something for her. I didn’t find that bit adding anything.
I found the part in which a direct colleague gets emotionally stuck - and eventually has to go to therapy to deal with the intense situations and emotions that are inherent in police work very strong. I actually found Clare unnecessarily playing the strong heroine here - I like to see my characters a bit vulnerable - which makes them all the more human and interesting.
Since this was a review copy, I did end up reading the story. I did find the beginning a bit slow and not very interesting, and a lot of 'crystal ball' and 'what if' police work. It is only when a paralegal's wife crashes that the story gains some momentum. I just don't have much with money sharks and cars. Perhaps the theme for me was too much on the legal front. Lots of twists, but in the end I found it clear very quickly who was responsible, so no surprises there for me either.
I would like to thank the publisher and Netgalley for this review copy. I leave my review voluntarily. 3 stars for me.
Having read previous volumes by Marion Todd, I was very much looking forward to this most recent edition, in which Clare and her team must solve the murder of a local lawyer.
The story begins with a loose 'thread' - Clare is trying to interest students at a local high school in a job with the police. There, she meets an adolescent who clearly wants to confess something, but then decides to leave anyway.
Soon after, the team is startled by the murder of a respectable lawyer.
It also turns out that this lawyer's wife was being watched.
Enquiries soon reveal that Harry kept his diary empty, and that he wanted to take an extended holiday with his wife. Were things getting too hot for him?
Then, when the wife of a legal assistant in Harry's office is also killed in a bizarre car accident, it seems that someone is targeting the law firm's employees....
I am familiar with Marion Todd's detectives - and so I was looking forward to a new story.
The chapters are short, and smoothly written. I don't know if it's down to the subject matter of the crime - but somehow I had a hard time getting into the story. It deals a lot with conveyancing contracts (selling houses) or cars. Previous books I often read through in one go, but this time I found it hard to keep following the story. I'm not really sure what the reason is: the writing style is pleasant, smooth and with short chapters. Still, the story of loan sharks, conveying contracts and cars ‘going wild’ couldn't really captivate me personally.
I did miss the personal life of Clary, who seems to live on coffee and biscuits in the office. It is only when something happens to her dog Benji that something of emotion comes into the story. Her boyfriend is away for an extended period, and oddly enough, her ex comes to stay. Maybe I'm a bit old-fashioned about that, but I found this a bit odd. Also that her ex apparently still feels something for her. I didn’t find that bit adding anything.
I found the part in which a direct colleague gets emotionally stuck - and eventually has to go to therapy to deal with the intense situations and emotions that are inherent in police work very strong. I actually found Clare unnecessarily playing the strong heroine here - I like to see my characters a bit vulnerable - which makes them all the more human and interesting.
Since this was a review copy, I did end up reading the story. I did find the beginning a bit slow and not very interesting, and a lot of 'crystal ball' and 'what if' police work. It is only when a paralegal's wife crashes that the story gains some momentum. I just don't have much with money sharks and cars. Perhaps the theme for me was too much on the legal front. Lots of twists, but in the end I found it clear very quickly who was responsible, so no surprises there for me either.
I would like to thank the publisher and Netgalley for this review copy. I leave my review voluntarily. 3 stars for me.
May 12, 2023
This is Marion Todd's latest tense and exciting addition to her St Andrew's based DI Clare Mackay series. However, it takes a while to really get going, so I would urge readers to persist in a story with a number of threads that eventually begin to link together. It begins with Clare giving a talk to encourage local pupils at the Melville Academy to consider joining the police force, and it is here she has an odd conversation with Eilidh Campbell. A wife reports her solicitor husband, Harry Richards missing, only for him to be discovered in his car with his throat cut in Tentsmuir Forest. So begins one of Clare's most complex and dangerous investigations that will challenge her and her team, including DS Chris West who is planning his wedding and the ever reliable Sergeant Jim Douglas.
The bereaved wife had been being stalked recently, a matter the police delve into, the deeper they dig, the more it becomes clear that the dead victim is not necessarily the fine upstanding citizen that he at first appears to be. The inquiry is hampered by the need to tread carefully and not breach the confidentiality of clients in the conveyancing business, and with there being no available DCI, the pressure is all on Clare to find a killer or two. When Leona, the wife of paralegal Simon Miller, dies in a horrifying car accident, Clare is disinclined to believe in coincidences, it looks like the deceased solicitor's staff are being targeted. In this twisty narrative, the police try to bring to justice the most feared and powerful of murderers, crooks and villains, will they succeed?
I enjoy the blend of policing and focus on the personal lives of the characters, for example, Clare has to figure out whether she can trust her relationship with DCI Alastair Gibson, enough so that he can sell his home and move in permanently and whilst he is away for work, her ex-boyfriend Tom comes to stay. This is a great Scottish crime series where the intrigue, tension and suspense begins to build slowly but solidly, culminating in a thrilling finale. There is plenty of banter within the police team and I love Clare's dog, Benjy. I look forward to the next in the series! Many thanks to the publisher for an ARC.
The bereaved wife had been being stalked recently, a matter the police delve into, the deeper they dig, the more it becomes clear that the dead victim is not necessarily the fine upstanding citizen that he at first appears to be. The inquiry is hampered by the need to tread carefully and not breach the confidentiality of clients in the conveyancing business, and with there being no available DCI, the pressure is all on Clare to find a killer or two. When Leona, the wife of paralegal Simon Miller, dies in a horrifying car accident, Clare is disinclined to believe in coincidences, it looks like the deceased solicitor's staff are being targeted. In this twisty narrative, the police try to bring to justice the most feared and powerful of murderers, crooks and villains, will they succeed?
I enjoy the blend of policing and focus on the personal lives of the characters, for example, Clare has to figure out whether she can trust her relationship with DCI Alastair Gibson, enough so that he can sell his home and move in permanently and whilst he is away for work, her ex-boyfriend Tom comes to stay. This is a great Scottish crime series where the intrigue, tension and suspense begins to build slowly but solidly, culminating in a thrilling finale. There is plenty of banter within the police team and I love Clare's dog, Benjy. I look forward to the next in the series! Many thanks to the publisher for an ARC.
May 2, 2023
DI Clare Mackay investigates the murder of local solicitor, Harry Richards, found dead in his car at a local tourist spot with his throat cut. What could Harry have been involved in that would lead to such a cold-blooded execution?
As Clare finds herself drawn deeper into the case, not all is as it seems – and when she finds herself getting closer to the truth, it puts the safety and security of others at risk.
#ABlindEye is a straightforward and pacy Scottish crime tale. playing out in a linear fashion from the perspective of Clare Mackay, over a period of nine days. It’s a good read and easy to digest; if you’re the type who likes their crime novels twisty but not too challenging, it's right up your street.
A complex police procedural, it isn’t. I prefer a crime novel which gives me a greater insight into the workings of the police force, that envelops me in a sense of what it really feels like to be a police offer working a live investigation. In accord with its relatively simple construction, A Blind Eye never delves too deeply into the characters, the office politics, or the legal and procedural complexities of catching a killer. It’s this lightweight handling which makes this more of a beach read than a cerebral outing.
The writing style is simple; I caught the same phrasing being used time and again, which was distracting. On a wider perspective, the simplicity of the writing means that the novel doesn’t quite hit the mark in the big moments; the narration doesn’t carry your emotions as it should or create enough detail to immerse you fully in the author’s world. I felt the same about the slightly sketched characterisation. I don’t have a sense of who Clare Mackay is. The character insights are missing, and as a result I never fully empathise and engage with the challenges thrown her way.
If you’re a fan of Todd, you’ll doubtless not be disappointed with this new outing for Clare Mackay and her team. Pack it in your case for a summer holiday read. If you’re after something gritty and intriguing, this probably won’t be for you.
As Clare finds herself drawn deeper into the case, not all is as it seems – and when she finds herself getting closer to the truth, it puts the safety and security of others at risk.
#ABlindEye is a straightforward and pacy Scottish crime tale. playing out in a linear fashion from the perspective of Clare Mackay, over a period of nine days. It’s a good read and easy to digest; if you’re the type who likes their crime novels twisty but not too challenging, it's right up your street.
A complex police procedural, it isn’t. I prefer a crime novel which gives me a greater insight into the workings of the police force, that envelops me in a sense of what it really feels like to be a police offer working a live investigation. In accord with its relatively simple construction, A Blind Eye never delves too deeply into the characters, the office politics, or the legal and procedural complexities of catching a killer. It’s this lightweight handling which makes this more of a beach read than a cerebral outing.
The writing style is simple; I caught the same phrasing being used time and again, which was distracting. On a wider perspective, the simplicity of the writing means that the novel doesn’t quite hit the mark in the big moments; the narration doesn’t carry your emotions as it should or create enough detail to immerse you fully in the author’s world. I felt the same about the slightly sketched characterisation. I don’t have a sense of who Clare Mackay is. The character insights are missing, and as a result I never fully empathise and engage with the challenges thrown her way.
If you’re a fan of Todd, you’ll doubtless not be disappointed with this new outing for Clare Mackay and her team. Pack it in your case for a summer holiday read. If you’re after something gritty and intriguing, this probably won’t be for you.
June 11, 2023
This review was originally posted on Books of My Heart
Review copy was received from NetGalley. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
I continue to really enjoy the DI Clare Mackay series. I've enjoyed the audio for the earlier books which are narrated by the author. They are available on Hoopla. Everything is from Clare's point of view and she leads her team. There's a nice mix of the case or cases and the personal relationships of Clare and her team.
There is the murder of a solicitor. Clare has great strategies and is diligent about the investigation. She thinks of everything to gather evidence. There's no DCI available so Clare has all the management of the case. Her superior Penny expediates the things a DCI would have to handle. Clare seems to be getting along well with her new boss.
They do a great job of finding the killer and all the crimes which brought about the murder. There are some other bad incidents and they solve them as well. The police case is hard to prove but they are lucky to get some additional evidence.
Personally, Clare is adjusting to her new boss pretty well. She looks after one of her team who is having some issues. Chris and Sara are busy planning their wedding. Max is just back from leave in time for this case. At home, Al is now thinking about selling his house, since he has been living with her full time the past year. Tom, her ex, who was a long-time boyfriend comes to visit. He has a dilemma with his new wife getting an incredible job offer, but it's not where they live in Glasgow.
I would read these in order due to the personal growth in work and relationships of Clare and her team. I recommend them as a great example of the genre.
Review copy was received from NetGalley. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
I continue to really enjoy the DI Clare Mackay series. I've enjoyed the audio for the earlier books which are narrated by the author. They are available on Hoopla. Everything is from Clare's point of view and she leads her team. There's a nice mix of the case or cases and the personal relationships of Clare and her team.
There is the murder of a solicitor. Clare has great strategies and is diligent about the investigation. She thinks of everything to gather evidence. There's no DCI available so Clare has all the management of the case. Her superior Penny expediates the things a DCI would have to handle. Clare seems to be getting along well with her new boss.
They do a great job of finding the killer and all the crimes which brought about the murder. There are some other bad incidents and they solve them as well. The police case is hard to prove but they are lucky to get some additional evidence.
Personally, Clare is adjusting to her new boss pretty well. She looks after one of her team who is having some issues. Chris and Sara are busy planning their wedding. Max is just back from leave in time for this case. At home, Al is now thinking about selling his house, since he has been living with her full time the past year. Tom, her ex, who was a long-time boyfriend comes to visit. He has a dilemma with his new wife getting an incredible job offer, but it's not where they live in Glasgow.
I would read these in order due to the personal growth in work and relationships of Clare and her team. I recommend them as a great example of the genre.
June 14, 2023
The story:
When the body of solicitor Harry Richards is found, it’s clear to Detective Inspector Clare Mackay that this is no ordinary mugging. Someone wanted him out of the way and they wanted to send a message.
But things get more complicated when someone else connected to the case is killed in a supposed car accident. Could someone have a vendetta?
It’s up to DI Mackay and her colleagues at St Andrews CID to sort out the complicated strands of this mystery… before they have another body on their hands.
My thoughts:
“A Blind Eye” is the first book I’ve read as part of a Tandem Collective readalong, and what a great start! This book is the seventh in the DI Clare Mackay series, and you can tell the author is really comfortable with the team at St Andrews CID. However, it’s the first book I’ve read in this series, and I still found I was able to get to know all the characters, including main character Clare. In this book she’s having to step up on a difficult case due to a shortage of DCIs, and it was great to see the way the team worked together to manage the various strands of their investigations.
I found the title of the book really clever, as in retrospect it can apply to various characters in the story — from the victim, to the wife of a suspect, to the DI herself!
I found the story itself complex enough to keep things interesting, but not so complex I lost track of what was going on! The conclusion was an exciting one, and I raced through the final third of the book to find out if justice would be served. Overall this is a great crime thriller with a likeable and interesting cast of characters. I’d love to learn more about everyone’s backstories, and I’ll definitely be adding the previous books in the series to my (ever-expanding!) list of must-reads!
When the body of solicitor Harry Richards is found, it’s clear to Detective Inspector Clare Mackay that this is no ordinary mugging. Someone wanted him out of the way and they wanted to send a message.
But things get more complicated when someone else connected to the case is killed in a supposed car accident. Could someone have a vendetta?
It’s up to DI Mackay and her colleagues at St Andrews CID to sort out the complicated strands of this mystery… before they have another body on their hands.
My thoughts:
“A Blind Eye” is the first book I’ve read as part of a Tandem Collective readalong, and what a great start! This book is the seventh in the DI Clare Mackay series, and you can tell the author is really comfortable with the team at St Andrews CID. However, it’s the first book I’ve read in this series, and I still found I was able to get to know all the characters, including main character Clare. In this book she’s having to step up on a difficult case due to a shortage of DCIs, and it was great to see the way the team worked together to manage the various strands of their investigations.
I found the title of the book really clever, as in retrospect it can apply to various characters in the story — from the victim, to the wife of a suspect, to the DI herself!
I found the story itself complex enough to keep things interesting, but not so complex I lost track of what was going on! The conclusion was an exciting one, and I raced through the final third of the book to find out if justice would be served. Overall this is a great crime thriller with a likeable and interesting cast of characters. I’d love to learn more about everyone’s backstories, and I’ll definitely be adding the previous books in the series to my (ever-expanding!) list of must-reads!
November 18, 2023
Set in St Andrews, A Blind Eye is the seventh book to feature DI Clare Mackay. Local solicitor Harry Richards is found in his car in the middle of Tentsmuir Forest with his throat cut. There is no obvious motive, but as the team investigate it soon comes to light that he was not as squeaky clean as he first appeared. When the wife of one of Harry’s colleagues dies in a bizarre car crash, the team start to wonder if there is a connection. Clare has her eye on Colin Grandison, up to his neck in money lending and property scams, but he is a slippery character and always manages to avoid getting caught.
The plot is linear with the narrative taking place over the course of nine days. Normally, a DCI would be called in to take charge, but they are all busy elsewhere so Clare just has to get on with it. She has a good team behind her, and this is probably what a real investigation is actually like – lots of checking and re-checking to get solid enough evidence for a prosecution, with the added complication of working around solicitor/client confidentiality.
Marion Todd paints an affectionate picture of St Andrews and the surrounding Fife countryside. The characters of the detectives are fleshed out just enough to make them believable, but not so much that their lives intrude on the investigation. There is a lot of humour to offset the serious nature of the crimes they have to deal with. Robbie’s struggles with his mental health are handled in a sensitive manner. This is one of my favourite Scottish crime series, and I look forward to reading the next one. Thanks to Canelo Crime and NetGalley for a digital copy to review.
The plot is linear with the narrative taking place over the course of nine days. Normally, a DCI would be called in to take charge, but they are all busy elsewhere so Clare just has to get on with it. She has a good team behind her, and this is probably what a real investigation is actually like – lots of checking and re-checking to get solid enough evidence for a prosecution, with the added complication of working around solicitor/client confidentiality.
Marion Todd paints an affectionate picture of St Andrews and the surrounding Fife countryside. The characters of the detectives are fleshed out just enough to make them believable, but not so much that their lives intrude on the investigation. There is a lot of humour to offset the serious nature of the crimes they have to deal with. Robbie’s struggles with his mental health are handled in a sensitive manner. This is one of my favourite Scottish crime series, and I look forward to reading the next one. Thanks to Canelo Crime and NetGalley for a digital copy to review.
June 10, 2023
A Blind Eye has everything you could possibly want in a crime thriller. A gripping murder (multiple in this case), a smart and witty detective, loveable and humourous sidekicks, and multiple plot twists.
I thoroughly enjoyed reading A Blind Eye, and it was a good book. Todd really has mastered the crime thriller genre, and you can tell through this novel. I've not read any of her previous books, unfortunately, but I will definitely be checking them out.
There were times when I felt as though the plot was a little predictable and where things were a little dull, but I think that's what makes it real. Murders aren't always so twisted and complicated, and it was a breath of fresh air reading this.
A Blind Eye had its fair share of major plot twists, don't get me wrong, but it didn't complicate things more than it needed to. Some crime/psychological thrillers overcomplicate things to the point where it's hard to keep track, but A Blind Eye wasn't like that.
It was very easy to read and follow, and like I said before, it was a pleasure to read. If you're new to crime thrillers, I'll definitely consider checking out Todd's DI Clare Mackay series (there's 7 books so far, so plenty to read xD).
Thank you so much to Tandem Collective, the publishers, and Marion Todd for gifting me this book and for allowing me to take part in this readalong. It's always an honour and a pleasure to take part, so thank you for having me.
I thoroughly enjoyed reading A Blind Eye, and it was a good book. Todd really has mastered the crime thriller genre, and you can tell through this novel. I've not read any of her previous books, unfortunately, but I will definitely be checking them out.
There were times when I felt as though the plot was a little predictable and where things were a little dull, but I think that's what makes it real. Murders aren't always so twisted and complicated, and it was a breath of fresh air reading this.
A Blind Eye had its fair share of major plot twists, don't get me wrong, but it didn't complicate things more than it needed to. Some crime/psychological thrillers overcomplicate things to the point where it's hard to keep track, but A Blind Eye wasn't like that.
It was very easy to read and follow, and like I said before, it was a pleasure to read. If you're new to crime thrillers, I'll definitely consider checking out Todd's DI Clare Mackay series (there's 7 books so far, so plenty to read xD).
Thank you so much to Tandem Collective, the publishers, and Marion Todd for gifting me this book and for allowing me to take part in this readalong. It's always an honour and a pleasure to take part, so thank you for having me.
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