{"title":"Russel D McLean","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the gripping world of Russel D McLean, a distinguished voice in the realm of crime and thriller novels. Known for his atmospheric storytelling and meticulously crafted narratives, McLean delivers stories that captivate from the first page to the last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his acclaimed works is \u003cem\u003eThe Friday Girl\u003c\/em\u003e, a thrilling journey into the darker corners of human nature, showcasing McLean's signature style of tight pacing and complex characters. His books are perfect for fans of suspenseful, edge-of-your-seat crime stories that keep you guessing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRussel D McLean's works are celebrated for their authentic portrayal of gritty urban settings and morally ambiguous characters. His writing invites readers to explore the dilemmas and intricacies of the criminal underworld, providing not just entertainment but also a poignant commentary on society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into McLean's collection to experience the heart-pounding excitement and intellectual satisfaction that only a masterfully written crime thriller can offer. Whether you are new to McLean's work or a long-time admirer, his novels are sure to leave a lasting impression.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-friday-girl-by-russel-d-mclean-9781785307317","title":"The Friday Girl","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'R.D. McLean does for Dundee what Ian Rankin did for Edinburgh'\u003c\/em\u003e James Oswald\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1978, Scotland. An ambitious killer hunts neighbourhood pets before seeking larger prey. As Detective Burnet battles to find the truth, her search leads to a bloody, terrifying conclusion . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNewly assigned to CID, Elizabeth Burnet is seen as just a pretty face. So when she stumbles across evidence of a serial killer, dubbed \"the Werewolf\", her theories are dismissed. The only person who believes Burnet is a former detective with his own agenda: exposing corruption within Tayside Police. Together, they realise that some in the force have reasons for sweeping recent deaths under the carpet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut someone is still out there, pursuing victims in the Templeton Woods. As Burnet reveals the killer's identity, she also exposes the mind of a monster pushed to the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'Combines the dark delights of a serial-killer thriller with an unflinching corruption tale'\u003c\/em\u003e Eva Dolan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'A superbly crafted, dark and twisty read that transported me deep into 1970s Dundee'\u003c\/em\u003e D.S. Butler\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072731529452,"sku":"9781785307317","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/17688003482823.jpg?v=1765128409"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/russel-d-mclean.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}