Less Dead

Discover the gripping world of Less Dead, a captivating novel by acclaimed author Denise Mina, published in 2021. This thrilling tale has been shortlisted for the prestigious 2020 Costa Novel Award and named The Times Crime Novel of the Year, showcasing Mina's exceptional talent in crime writing.

In Less Dead, Margo embarks on a poignant journey to find her birth mother, only to encounter her aunt, Nikki. As Margo delves deeper into her family's past, she uncovers the tragic story of her mother, Susan, a sex worker who was murdered shortly after Margo's adoption. The chilling reality is that Susan's killer remains at large.

Nikki, haunted by decades of threatening letters from the murderer, turns to Margo for assistance. This novel weaves a tale of suspense and mystery, highlighting the resilience of women sleuths. With 352 pages of gripping narrative, Less Dead is a must-read for fans of detective fiction set in Scotland.