Description
Discover 'The Less Dead', a gripping and poignant thriller that delves into the themes of identity, loss, and the search for a mother. This brand new paperback, published by RANDOM HOUSE UK in 2021, invites readers into the complex world of Margo, a woman seeking answers about her past. As she embarks on a journey to find her birth mother, she uncovers dark family secrets, including the haunting truth behind her mother, Susan, a sex worker murdered shortly after giving birth. With its 352 pages filled with suspense and emotional depth, 'The Less Dead' unveils Margo’s encounter with her aunt, Nikki, who has been tormented by threats from Susan's killer for decades. With lines that resonate like those from the award-winning author of 'The Long Drop' and 'Conviction', this story is a must-read for fans of crime thrillers that touch the heart. The novel has earned accolades as **THE TIMES CRIME NOVEL OF THE YEAR 2020**, and has been **SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2020 COSTA NOVEL AWARD**, showcasing Denise Mina's ability to craft compelling narratives that challenge genre norms. Whether you're a seasoned crime fiction lover or just diving into the genre, 'The Less Dead' is an essential addition to your collection. Get your copy today to explore themes of tragedy, resilience, and the human spirit in the face of despair. Fast shipping available to ensure you receive your book in pristine condition, ready for you to dive into this captivating read.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781529111804
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2021
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK
Pages: 352
Description:
A brilliant, thought-provoking and heart-wrenching new thriller about identity and the value of a life, from the award-winning author of The Long Drop and Conviction.
'This is crime writing of the highest order' The Times
**THE TIMES CRIME NOVEL OF THE YEAR 2020**
**SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2020 COSTA NOVEL AWARD**
When Margo goes in search of her birth mother for the first time, she meets her aunt, Nikki, instead. Margo learns that her mother, Susan, was a sex worker murdered soon after Margo's adoption. To this day, Susan's killer has never been found.
Nikki asks Margo for help. She has received threatening and haunting letters from the murderer, for decades. She is determined to find him, but she can't do it alone...
**A DAILY EXPRESS BOOK OF THE YEAR 2020, SELECTED BY LEE CHILD**
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PRAISE FOR DENISE MINA-
'More proof that Denise Mina is Britain's best living crime writer' Sunday Express on The Less Dead
'Mina is the most compassionate of crime novelists... a dark and heartfelt novel' Mail on Sunday on The Less Dead
'Denise Mina is the cream of the crop, an author who pushes the crime novel in new and exciting directions and never fails to deliver' Ian Rankin
'You won't be able to put Conviction down' Reese Witherspoon
'Unsettling, evocative and staggeringly good' Daily Express on The Long Drop
'An atmosph
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781529111804
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2021
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK
Pages: 352
Description:
A brilliant, thought-provoking and heart-wrenching new thriller about identity and the value of a life, from the award-winning author of The Long Drop and Conviction.
'This is crime writing of the highest order' The Times
**THE TIMES CRIME NOVEL OF THE YEAR 2020**
**SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2020 COSTA NOVEL AWARD**
When Margo goes in search of her birth mother for the first time, she meets her aunt, Nikki, instead. Margo learns that her mother, Susan, was a sex worker murdered soon after Margo's adoption. To this day, Susan's killer has never been found.
Nikki asks Margo for help. She has received threatening and haunting letters from the murderer, for decades. She is determined to find him, but she can't do it alone...
**A DAILY EXPRESS BOOK OF THE YEAR 2020, SELECTED BY LEE CHILD**
_______________________________________________________
PRAISE FOR DENISE MINA-
'More proof that Denise Mina is Britain's best living crime writer' Sunday Express on The Less Dead
'Mina is the most compassionate of crime novelists... a dark and heartfelt novel' Mail on Sunday on The Less Dead
'Denise Mina is the cream of the crop, an author who pushes the crime novel in new and exciting directions and never fails to deliver' Ian Rankin
'You won't be able to put Conviction down' Reese Witherspoon
'Unsettling, evocative and staggeringly good' Daily Express on The Long Drop
'An atmosph