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.

Praise for Marion Todd

‘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