Hydra

Before Scarclaw Fell, there was HYDRA... Another episode in the Serial-style SIX STORIES series, as Scott King investigates the `Macleod Massacre', in which Arla Macleod bludgeons her own family to death.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 271 pages
Publication date: 15 January 2018
Publisher: Orenda Books

Elusive online investigative journalist Scott King delves into the chilling case of Arla Macleod, a woman who brutally murdered her family with a hammer in the infamous Macleod Massacre. This episode is part of the award-winning Six Stories series, known for its gripping and suspenseful storytelling.

In 2014, on a cold November night in a small town in the north west of England, 21-year-old Arla Macleod carried out a heinous act, bludgeoning her mother, father, and younger sister to death with a hammer in an unprovoked attack known as the Macleod Massacre. Currently incarcerated at a medium-security mental-health institution, Arla will only speak to Scott King, an investigative journalist known for his popular Six Stories podcasts.

As King delves deeper into the case, he encounters a complex web of lies, deceit, and manipulation. He interviews five witnesses, including Arla herself, as he attempts to determine whether her legal team's claim that her responsibility for the massacre was diminished holds any weight. As he unravels the stories, King finds himself drawn into a world of deadly forbidden "games," online trolls, and the enigmatic black-eyed kids, whose presence seems to extend far beyond the delusions of a murderess.

Hydra is a gripping murder mystery and a contemporary thriller that explores themes of paranoia, mental illness, and the dark corners of the human psyche. It is a testament to the power of storytelling and the ability of investigative journalism to shed light on the unseen and unspeakable.

The Six Stories series has received widespread praise for its atmospheric portrayal of a desperate and disturbed corner of north-east England. Matt Wesolowski's writing vividly depicts a society where paranoia reigns supreme, and good intentions are often twisted into something sinister. The series has captivated audiences with its intricate plotlines, well-developed characters, and chilling twists that keep readers on the edge of their seats.

In conclusion, Hydra is a must-read for anyone who enjoys a gripping murder mystery with a contemporary twist. The Six Stories series is a testament to the power of storytelling and the importance of investigative journalism in uncovering the truth. Prepare to be immersed in a world of darkness, paranoia, and chilling revelations as Scott King delves into the case of Arla Macleod and the Macleod Massacre.

Weight: 262g
Dimension: 130 x 198 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781910633977