Thunder Bay

Rebecca Connolly is told of Roddie Drummonds return to the island of Stoirm, fifteen years before he was charged with the murder of his lover, Mhairi. She senses a story and joins forces with local photographer Chazz Wymark to uncover the secrets surrounding Mhairi's death and her mysterious last words. When another murder takes place, and the severe weather that gives the island its name hits, she is ideally placed to uncover the truth.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 07 March 2019
Publisher: Birlinn General

LONGLISTED FOR THE MCILVANNEY PRIZE 2019


When reporter Rebecca Connolly receives news of Roddie Drummonds return to the island of Stoirm, she detects a compelling story. Fifteen years prior, he was accused of murdering his lover, Mhairi. Despite being found not guilty, Roddie left the island, and his whereabouts and activities remained unknown to everyone except his sister. Now, he has returned for his mother's funeral, igniting a surge of hatred, resentment, and violence.


Defying her editor's wishes, Rebecca teams up with local photographer Chazz Wymark to delve into the mysteries surrounding Mhairi's death and her enigmatic last words, "Thunder Bay," a secluded spot on the island's west coast where, according to local lore, the souls of the deceased embark on their journey to the afterlife.


As another murder occurs, and the severe weather that gives the island its name unleashes its fury, Rebecca finds herself in a prime position to uncover the truth about what transpired fifteen years ago during that fateful night.


With each step forward, Rebecca unravels the layers of deceit and betrayal, drawing closer to the shocking truth that has remained hidden for years. The island of Stoirm becomes a battleground of secrets and lies, where the past refuses to stay buried and the consequences of Roddie's actions threaten to engulf everyone in its path.


As Rebecca and Chazz delve deeper into the investigation, they encounter resistance from those who believe in keeping the island's dark history a secret. But their determination to uncover the truth is unwavering, and they are willing to risk everything to bring justice to Mhairi and her family.


In the end, Rebecca and Chazz uncover a web of lies and deceit that stretches far beyond the island's shores. The murder that took place fifteen years ago was not just a simple act of violence, but a meticulously planned conspiracy that involved influential figures and cover-ups.


Their findings not only bring closure to Mhairi's family but also shine a light on the corrupt practices that have plagued the island for decades. The story serves as a cautionary tale, reminding us that the past can never truly be buried and that the truth will always find a way to surface, no matter how deep it is buried.


LONGLISTED FOR THE MCILVANNEY PRIZE 2019

Weight: 234g
Dimension: 173 x 172 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781846974731