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In Blood Runs Cold by Neil Lancaster, the story unfolds with DS Max Craigie investigating a grave crime in the Scottish Highlands. As he delves deeper, Craigie realises that corruption and betrayal run deep within the forces meant to uphold justice. It's a gripping novel that blends elements of mystery and high-stakes thriller, drawing readers into a tense and atmospheric narrative.
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Blood Runs Cold

‘This book is one hell of a ride. Neil Lancaster’s Blood Runs Cold is spellbinding.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

A new unputdownable Scottish police procedural for 2023 for crime fiction and thriller fans!

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‘This book is one hell of a ride. Neil Lancaster’s Blood Runs Cold is spellbinding.’ – NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

She was taken against her will.

On her fifteenth birthday, trafficking victim Affi Smith goes for a run and never returns. With a new identity and secure home in the Scottish Highlands, she was supposed to be safe…

She escaped once.

With personal ties to Affi’s case, DS Max Craigie joins the investigation. When he discovers other trafficking victims have disappeared in exactly the same circumstances, he knows one thing for certain – there’s a leak somewhere within law enforcement.

She won’t outrun them again.

The clock is ticking… Max must catch Affi’s kidnappers and expose the mole before anyone else goes missing. Even if it means turning suspicions onto his own team…

Don’t miss the next book in the DS Max Craigie series! Fans of Ian Rankin and Marion Todd will love this utterly gripping Scottish thriller!

Readers LOVE Blood Runs Cold!

‘A nailbiting, energetic read.’ The Sun

‘Utterly compelling, ingeniously plotted and incredibly entertaining.’ – Liz Nugent

‘A masterclass in how to deliver a taut pacy thriller hot off the page.’ – Imran Mahmood

‘Compelling, emotionally charged, and impossible to put down… the stand out crime read of the year so far.’ – John Barlow

‘Want pulse-pounding, shallowed-breathed, toe-curling police action? Here you go. Thank me later.’ – Helen Fields

‘Thrilling, gripping, breathlessly brilliant crime-thriller that just won’t let you go until you know how it ends.’ – Miranda Dickinson

‘A dark, gritty and fast paced police procedural that I was totally and completely absorbed by from the very start.’ – NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘One of my favourite crime writers by a country mile.’ – NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Series: DS Max Craigie Scottish Crime Thrillers

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Blood Runs Cold by Neil Lancaster has received positive reviews for its fast-paced and compelling narrative. Authors and critics have praised it for its authenticity, dark undertone, and complex mystery. The book has been compared to popular crime series and is noted for its engaging and realistic characters, with particular praise for its protagonist, Max Craigie. Critics also highlight the author's skill in crafting a gripping police procedural.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008551292

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 October 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HQ Digital

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 20g

Pages: 416

About the Author

Neil Lancaster is the No.1 digital bestselling author of the Tom Novak series. His latest novel, Dead Man's Grave, was longlisted for the 2021 William McIlvanney Prize for Best Scottish Crime Book of the Year. He served as a military policeman in the RAF and worked as a detective for the Metropolitan Police, investigating serious crimes in the capital and beyond. As a covert policing specialist, he used a variety of tactics to obtain evidence against murderers, human traffickers, drug dealers and fraudsters. He now lives in the Scottish Highlands, writes crime and thriller novels and works as a broadcaster and commentator on true crime documentaries. He is a key expert on two Sky Crime TV series, Meet, Marry, Murder and Made for Murder. Twitter: www.twitter.com/@neillancaster66 Facebook: www.facebook.com/@NeilLancasterCrime Website: www.neillancastercrime.co.uk

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