In the famous Scottish town of St. Andrews, someone is bent&nbsp;on murder...but why? On the night of a wedding celebration in St. Andrews, one&nbsp;guest meets a grisly end when he's killed in a hit-and-run.&nbsp;A card bearing the number 5&nbsp;has been placed on the&nbsp;victim's chest. Detective Inspector Clare Mackay leads the investigation. As&nbsp;more deaths follow, Clare and her team realize they're&nbsp;against the clock to find a killer stalking the streets of the&nbsp;picturesque Scottish town and bent on revenge. Don't miss the page-turning first novel in a gripping series&nbsp;featuring DI Clare Mackay, perfect for fans of Alex Gray,&nbsp;D. S. Butler, and Rachel Amphlett.

See Them Run (Detective Clare Mackay)

Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

Todd, Marion

Mystery

Canelo US

SHORTLISTED FOR THE BLOODY SCOTLAND SCOTTISH CRIME DEBUT OF THE YEAR 2020\nIn a famous Scottish town, someone is bent on murder - but why?\nOn the night of a wedding celebration, one guest meets a grisly end when he's killed in a hit-and-run. A card bearing the number '5' has been placed on the victim's chest. DI Clare Mackay, who recently moved from Glasgow to join the St Andrews force, leads the investigation. The following night another victim is struck down and a number '4' card is at the scene. Clare and her team realise they're against the clock to find a killer stalking the streets of the picturesque Scottish town and bent on carrying out three more murders. 
To prevent further deaths, the police have to uncover the link between the victims. But those involved have a lot more at stake than first meets the eye. If Clare wants to solve the case she must face her own past and discover the deepest secrets of the victims - and the killer. 
Don't miss the page-turning first novel in a gripping series featuring DI Clare Mackay, perfect for fans of Alex Gray, D. S. Butler and Rachel Amphlett.\nPraise for See Them Run\n'All the ingredients of a cracking crime novel : a strong female lead with a dark backstory, a vivid sense of place, a rising body count and a twist you don't see coming ... A welcome addition to the Tartan Noir genre' Claire Macleary, author of Cross Purpose 
'An original concept in police procedurals, See Them Run is suspense loaded from start to finish - and author Marion Todd couldn't have delighted us more.' I AM IN PRINT magazine 
'Marion Todd's welcome addition to the genre feels like a breath of fresh, tartan noir air.' Scottish Field 
'If you want a story that is guaranteed to get your adrenaline flowing, your blood pressure rising and will leave you breathless then See Them Run is just the book for you. I can't wait to read of Marion's work in the future. This is a series which is going to run and run and I am sure it will go from strength to strength.' Reader review ***** 
'Hooked from the outset my attention never wavered until I read the last word of this excellent tale, such is the power of Marion Todd's writing. If you like a fast-paced, believable crime story with originality and depth you'll love See Them Run. I recommend it highly.' Reader review ***** 
'Well written with engaging characters that you are rooting for from the beginning. The story is well paced and makes you want to read on. I read this in just a few days. If you like Ann Cleeves, Angela Marsons etc then this is a great new series for you.' Reader review ***** 
'As an avid detective series reader this is by far one of the best British debuts I've read. Beautifully written, understated & down to earth. Characters and plot are superb. Would highly recommend to all.' Reader review *****

See Them Run: An utterly gripping detective thriller set in St Andrews (Detective Clare Mackay)

Literature & Fiction

Genre Fiction

Canelo Crime

A child's life is at stake. Which of the residents of St Andrews is hiding something - and why?\nWhen a baby girl is snatched from the crowd of spectators at a fun run, the local police have a major investigation on their hands. DI Clare Mackay and her team are in a race against the clock when they learn that the child has a potentially fatal medical condition. 
As Clare investigates she realises this victim wasn't selected at random. Someone knows who took the baby girl, and why. But will they reveal their secrets before it's too late? 
The second instalment from an exciting new Scottish detective series. Perfect for fans of Alex Gray, Rachel Amphlett and D. K. Hood.\nReaders are loving In Plain Sight\n'In Plain Sight, second in the DI Clare Mackay series, echoes the themes of See Them Run, Marion Todd's debut crime novel: vivid sense of place, strong female lead, authentic police procedure. The protagonists's love interest whets the appetite for more. I look forward to Book 3 in the series.' Claire MacLeary, author of Cross Purpose 
'This is becoming one of my favorite police procedural series.' Reader review ***** 
'A truly gripping and thoroughly entertaining read. I'm already looking forward to the next in the series....' Reader review ***** 
'This book was one of those unpredictable, chilling and downright scary reads that had me gripped and on the edge of my seat throughout. In Plain Sight certainly kept me guessing and then some.' Reader review ***** 
'The plot is tight and intricately constructed and you'll find it hard to put this book down. As with any good book, though, it is the characters who stay with you.' Reader review ***** 
'A fast moving gripping novel that once you've started reading you'd best set aside the day as you won't want to put it down until the last page is read!' Reader review *****

In Plain Sight: A page-turning Scottish crime thriller (Detective Clare Mackay)

Keep your friends close and your enemies closer...\nEarly one morning DI Clare Mackay receives a message from her boss DCI Alastair Gibson telling her to meet him in secret. She does as he asks and is taken to a secure location in the remote Scottish hills. There, she is introduced to ethical hacker Gayle Crichton and told about a critical security breach coming from inside Police Scotland. Clare is sworn to secrecy and must conceal Gayle's identity from colleagues until the source is found. 
Clare already has her hands full keeping a key witness under protection and investigating the murder of a university student. When a friend of the victim is found preparing to jump off the Tay Road Bridge it is clear he is terrified of someone. But who? Clare realises too late that she has trusted the wrong person. As her misplaced faith proves a danger to herself and others, Clare must fight tooth and nail to protect those she cares about and see justice done. 
A page-turning crime thriller perfect for fans of Alex Gray, D. K. Hood and Rachel Amphlett.\nWhat readers are saying about Lies to Tell\n'With Lies To Tell, Marion Todd is, or should be, firmly in the company of premier league crime fiction writers. Long may the series continue.' Reader review * * * * * 
'Marion Todd has delivered an excellent third novel in her DI Clare MacKay series... the ending resolutions are completely satisfying and leave the reader frustrated only with how long they have to wait for the next book in the series... A top-notch book' Reader review * * * * * 
'With so many twists and turns the story romps along at a breathless pace, who can she trust? A brilliant thriller, and an ending I didn't see coming.' Reader review * * * * * 
'With its polished pacing and plotting, I found this to be a thoroughly enjoyable, original and difficult to put down novel from Marion Todd. She is a gifted storyteller who can provide readers with thrills, sophistication and a story packed with substance. A very highly recommended five star read' Reader review * * * * * 
'Over the last three books, Marion has nurtured Clare into someone of real substance and she has become one of my all time favourite female lead characters.' Reader review * * * * * 
'Could not put this book down at all... this one has to be Marion Todd's best book to date, a police procedural with non stop action, twists and so many suspects that I was reeling with what was going to happen next' Reader review * * * * * 
'A book that you just can't fault ... a real not to be missed read' Reader review* * * * *

Lies to Tell (Detective Clare MacKay)

DI Clare Mackay starts the new year with a death...\nIt is the stroke of midnight on Hogmanay when Alison Reid admits a caller to her home. When her death is later reported, DI Clare Mackay attends the scene. The initial evidence does not rule out murder, but it's not possible to say for certain if foul play was involved. Yet when the pathologist informs Clare about a post mortem of a young woman found in the Kinness Burn, and with some similarities to Alison's case, it seems there's a strong chance that there's a killer on the loose in St Andrews. 
Clare and her team will have to look past the obvious conclusions and delve deeper into the lives of the victims to get to the truth. But who else risks meeting the same fate while the clock is ticking? 
Don't miss this compulsive new addition to the gripping DI Clare Mackay series from Bloody Scotland Scottish Debut Crime Novel 2020 shortlisted author Marion Todd.

What They Knew (Detective Clare MacKay)

A murder victim with celebrity connections spells trouble for DI Clare Mackay...\nGaby Fox is known to many due to her successful TV career, so when her brother and his pals hire the salubrious Lamond Lodge for his birthday celebrations, it is noted by the St Andrews locals. A ripple of shock goes round the town when Russell Fox is gunned down on the premises. 
DI Clare Mackay is attending a wedding when she sees Gabrielle receive a phone call then flee. Soon after, Clare learns why when the news of the shooting reaches her. Instead of trying to enjoy the day – not easy when the groom is her ex-boyfriend – Clare is preoccupied. 
Clare gets to work on uncovering the facts surrounding Russell Fox’s death. The guests at the lodge have secrets to hide, but even when Clare begins to unravel the deceit, it doesn’t bring the answers. The detective can’t help but wonder why no one who knew Russell seems capable of telling the truth, and whether there is more than one person with a reason to want him dead… 
A thrilling addition to the much-loved and bestselling detective fiction series from a rising star in Scottish crime fiction. Ideal for fans of Alex Gray, D. K. Hood and Rachel Amphlett.\nReaders are loving Next in Line\n'A satisfying Scotch mystery.' The Times Crime Club Pick of the Week 
'An excellent addition to an extremely good series of police procedural novels and comes highly recommended.' NetGalley Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
'I love Marion Todd's novels and this doesn't disappoint.' NetGalley Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
'Marion has yet again come up with a top notch police procedural thriller. I enjoyed meeting DI Mackay again. She is an excellent detective who is always completely immersed in her case.' NetGalley Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Next in Line (Detective Clare MacKay)

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A Blind Eye (Detective Clare MacKay)

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