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The Skeleton Road

A chilling, nail-biting Karen Pirie thriller, now a major TV series
By Val McDermid
Series: Karen Pirie
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The Skeleton Road by Val McDermid is a gripping crime thriller that delves into a complex cold case. When a skeleton is discovered on a long-abandoned rooftop in Edinburgh, detective Karen Pirie is drawn into a labyrinthine investigation that spans decades and crosses borders. As she unearths the secrets of the past, themes of war, memory, and justice intertwine in an engaging narrative.
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You might enjoy this book if you like gripping crime thrillers with a richly woven narrative that explores historical conflicts and contemporary mysteries. It delves into forensic psychology, presenting a suspenseful investigation that will keep you on the edge of your seat. If you appreciate complex characters and a plot that intertwines past and present, this could be a compelling read for you.

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The Skeleton Road

When a skeleton is discovered hidden at the top of a gothic Victorian building in Edinburgh, which is scheduled for renovation, Cold Case Squad detective Karen Pirie is given the task of identifying the decades-old bones. Her investigation leads her back to past conflicts, false identities and buried secrets...

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When a skeleton is discovered hidden at the top of a gothic Victorian building in Edinburgh, which is scheduled for renovation, Cold Case Squad detective Karen Pirie is given the task of identifying the decades-old bones.

Her investigation leads her back to past conflicts, false identities, and buried secrets...

The Skeleton Road unravels a web of intrigue, taking readers on a thrilling journey through history and mystery.

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The Skeleton Road is praised for its intricate plot and McDermid's deft handling of complex characters and settings. The narrative is lauded for weaving a gripping tale with a strong sense of place, tackling themes of war and memory. McDermid’s expertise in creating tension and suspense is evident, making it a compelling read for crime and thriller enthusiasts.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780751551280

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 March 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Sphere

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 322g

Pages: 464

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Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Series: Karen Pirie Val McDermid

About the Author

Val McDermid is a No. 1 bestseller whose novels have been translated into more than thirty languages, and have sold over eleven million copies. She has won many awards internationally, including the CWA Gold Dagger for best crime novel of the year and the LA Times Book of the Year Award. She was inducted into the ITV3 Crime Thriller Awards Hall of Fame in 2009 and was the recipient of the CWA Cartier Diamond Dagger for 2010. In 2011 she received the Lambda Literary Foundation Pioneer Award. She writes full time and divides her time between Cheshire and Edinburgh.

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