Synopsis
A ruthless arsonist terrorizes Edinburgh as the city prepares for Hogmanay in this gripping Scottish crime thriller.
In the days leading up to Edinburgh's biggest New Year's party, a young homeless girl named Karen dies in a suspected arson attack. Her friend Jaz is determined to avenge her death. Meanwhile, a string of similar fires in Glasgow brings forensic expert Dr Rhona MacLeod to the capital to investigate.
Facing off with the city's combative chief fire investigator, Severino MacRae, Rhona races to uncover the link between the attacks as the arsonist threatens to strike again at Hogmanay. With Jaz also hot on the trail of Karen's killer, it's a desperate race against time to stop the fires before more lives are lost.
Torch is the second novel in Lin Anderson's critically acclaimed forensic crime series featuring Rhona MacLeod, followed by Deadly Code. Filled with suspense, forensic detail, and the gritty atmosphere of Scotland, this psychological thriller will appeal to fans of Ian Rankin and Val McDermid looking for their next gripping read.
Praise for Lin Anderson:
'The best Scottish crime series since Rebus' – Daily Record
'One of the most satisfying characters in modern crime fiction' – Daily Mail
Details
02 April 2020
9781529024760Reviews
Forensic scientist Rhona MacLeod has become one of the most satisfying characters in modern crime fiction — honourable, inquisitive and yet plagued by doubts and, sometimes, fearsDaily Mail
The best Scottish crime series since RebusDaily Record
A cast of characters who feel like old friendsSunday Times, on None But the Dead
Lin Anderson is one of Scotland’s national treasures – don’t be fooled by comparisons, her writing is unique, bringing warmth and depth to even the seediest parts of Glasgow. Lin’s Rhona MacLeod is a complex and compelling heroine who just gets better with every outingStuart MacBride, author of the Logan McRae series
