Dead Man's Shoes

Will DI Clare Mackay end up with blood on her hands?

A young man is found dead near a nightclub. He has marks on his neck, the signature of the Choker, a killer who has been targeting gay men across the country. Now, it seems he's in DI Clare Mackay’s territory.

She discovers this victim has links to notorious criminals in the area. Is it possible his death was at the hands of someone else?

More men, including ones linked to the victim, are attacked and left injured. It’s only a matter of time before someone else is killed. But Clare’s desire for justice leaves her with blindspots which put her job – and her life – at risk.

A thrilling new instalment from one of the best-loved voices in Tartan Noir and former Bloody Scotland Scottish Crime Debut of the Year nominee Marion Todd. Perfect for fans of Angela Marsons, Alex Gray and Neil Lancaster.

‘Fresh and exciting... A perfect blend of compelling crime and character-driven storytelling’ JM Hewitt

‘A brilliantly crafted police procedural, packed full of compelling characters and imbued with Todd's customary warmth and perfectly pitched moments of humour... An absolute must-read’ Sheila Bugler

‘Tartan Noir at its nail-biting, brutal, bloody best’ Helen Fields

‘Marion Todd masterfully weaves mystery and intrigue through every page’ JD Kirk

‘Enthralling and engaging’ Caro Ramsay

‘A smart plot, wonderful St Andrews setting, and a main character who feels real and engaging all make for a hugely enjoyable read’ Lisa Gray

‘Marion Todd goes from strength to strength’ Alison Belsham

‘Hugely enjoyable’ Douglas Skelton

‘Authentic, twisty and compelling... a star of Tartan Noir’ Neil Lancaster

‘One of my favourite crime fiction series. Dead Man’s Shoes is taut, atmospheric and deeply absorbing. I couldn’t turn its pages fast enough’ B P Walter

‘Difficult to put down. Marion’s writing keeps you gripped. Grab this book as soon as you can, get comfy in your chair as you settle in for a wonderful read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

‘This series has never ceased to entertain and this book is no exception… grabbed my attention and kept it to the very end’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

‘Marion Todd has a strong writing style and I was really invested in the characters. It left me wanting to read more’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

\'Fresh and exciting... Another excellent Clare Mackay book. Nine books in and yet Marion still manages to make each one fresh and exciting! I absolutely raced through it. A perfect blend of compelling crime and character-driven storytelling. I can't wait for the next instalment!\' J.M. Hewitt (emailed to AP 10/09/24) \'One of my favourite crime fiction series. Dead Man's Shoes is taut, atmospheric and deeply absorbing. I couldn't turn its pages fast enough\' B P Walter (emailed to AP 09/10/24) \'How wonderful to step back into the world of DI Clare Mackey and her team. I love all the Clare books and this one certainly lived up to expectations. A brilliantly crafted police procedural, packed full of compelling characters and imbued with Todd\'s customary warmth and perfectly pitched moments of humour. There is something very special about Todd\'s writing that makes you want to keep reading. I felt a genuine sense of regret when I\'d finished this one and simply cannot wait to read more of this brilliant series! An absolute must-read for all crime fiction fans!\' Sheila Bugler (emailed to AP 22/11/24)

​​A native of Dundee, Marion studied music and worked for many years as a piano teacher and jobbing accompanist. Now a full-time writer, Marion lives in North-east Fife, overlooking the River Tay.

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