“Lloyd Otis, a big new talent to watch out for.”

– Craig Russell. 2008 CWA Dagger in the Library winner, 2015 and 2021 McIlvanney Prize Best Crime Novel winner

 

“Dead Lands – an assured and gripping debut that sucks you in.”

– Stav Sherez, winner of the 2018 Theakston Crime Novel of the Year Award

 

Synopis

When a woman’s body is found, a special team is called in to investigate, and prime suspect Alex Troy is arrested for the murder. Desperate to remain a free man, Troy protests his innocence but refuses to use his alibi. Trying to protect the woman he loves becomes a dangerous game – questions are asked, and suspicions deepen.

When the prime suspect completes a daring escape from custody, DI Breck and DS Kearns begin the hunt. Breck wants out of the force while Kearns has her own agenda and seeks revenge – and a right-wing march provides an explosive backdrop to their hunt for Troy.