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Val McDermid
Val McDermid is a master of crime fiction, and her work on the iconic Miss Marple series is a testament to that. She's a writer who knows how to craft a compelling mystery that keeps you guessing until the very end.
The Retribution
Synopsis
Tony Hill has had a good run. He and detective Carol Jordan have put away scores of dangerous criminals at a rate that colleagues envy. But there is one serial killer who has shaped and defined their careers, and whose evil surpasses all others: Jacko Vance, ex-celebrity and sociopath whose brilliance and utter lack of remorse have never left Tony's mind in the ten years since his imprisonment. Now Jacko has escaped from prison--even more twisted and cunning than before, he is focused on wreaking revenge on Tony and Carol for his years spent in prison. Tony and Carol don't know when Jacko will strike, or where. All they know is that Jacko will cause them to feel fear like they've never known. A chilling, utterly gripping tour de force, The Retribution is the ideal introduction or re-introduction to the world of Tony Hill and Carol Jordan. It is an unforgettable read.
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Characters
Tony HillProtagonist
Carol JordanSupporting
Frequently asked questions
Can I read this book if I have not read the previous ones in the series?
While this is the seventh installment in the Tony Hill and Carol Jordan series, it functions as a self-contained narrative that can be followed without prior knowledge of the earlier books. The story reintroduces a antagonist from a much earlier entry, but the plot provides sufficient context for new readers to understand the stakes and history involved.
Does this book feature multiple plot threads?
The narrative structure alternates between two distinct criminal investigations that run in parallel. One plot focuses on the escape of a previously captured serial killer seeking revenge, while the other involves a separate series of murders that the investigative team must solve simultaneously.