Quaker

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 01 February 2019
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

In the gripping new crime novel from acclaimed author Liam McIlvanney, a serial killer prowls the streets of Glasgow, and Detective Inspector McCormack embarks on a quest to unravel the truth behind a trail of secrets.

Winner of the prestigious 2018 McIlvanney Prize for Scottish Crime Book of the Year, this novel delves into a city torn apart by fear. In 1969, Glasgow is gripped by the terror of a serial killer who has taken three women from the same nightclub and brutally murdered them in the backstreets.

A detective with everything to prove, Detective Inspector McCormack is called in to assist the police. However, his arrival is met with anger from a group of officers on the brink of despair. The killer, known as the Quaker, operates in the shadows, leaving the police with no new leads and no hope of catching their prey.

Determined to solve the case, McCormack follows a trail of secrets that will not only change the city but also his life forever. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers a web of lies and deceit that stretches across generations. The Quaker, a mysterious figure with a dark past, is determined to continue his reign of terror, and McCormack must stop him before more lives are lost.

This novel is a thrilling and suspenseful exploration of the human psyche and the lengths that people will go to in order to survive. With its intricate plot, well-developed characters, and atmospheric setting, it is a must-read for fans of crime fiction and psychological thrillers.

Weight: 282g
Dimension: 198 x 132 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008259945