The Island (A Fiona MacLeish Crime Thriller Book 2) by G.N. Smith

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Her hands bang desperately on the window of Fiona’s car door as the wind flaps her pink hair sideways. Through the glass the distraught mother shrieks, ‘Please, you have to find her! You have to find my little girl.’

When eight-year-old Cait Yorke goes missing on a remote island off the coast of the wild Scottish Highlands, police officer Fiona MacLeish is quickly sent to investigate. But a gale is gathering force, and Fiona becomes increasingly concerned for a little girl braving the strong winds alone. As Fiona questions the locals, she soon realises that they are hiding many secrets. What is this island, and who really lives here?

Then a boat violently crashes off the coast of the island. On board, Fiona discovers the body of a man who has clearly been murdered. But the killer is nowhere to be found. The only place they can be is on the island with no way out.

Realising a killer is trapped on their island, tensions amongst the locals and Fiona begin to rise. As the gale rages on and the body count continues to rise, will Fiona find the young girl and the killer before they strike again?

The Island is the second book in the Fiona MacLeish series, set against the remote Scottish Highlands. Fans of J.M. Dalgliesh, J.D. Kirk and Simon McCleave will love this character-driven police procedural with a dark twisty plot.

“The Island” by G.N. Smith is a gripping and thrilling addition to the Fiona MacLeish Crime Thriller series, following the successful “The Flood.” This book takes readers on a rollercoaster ride of suspense, mystery, and dark secrets that will keep you glued to the pages until the very end.

From the very beginning, Smith draws you into the story with an intense and heart-wrenching scene of an eight-year-old girl’s disappearance on a remote island in the Scottish Highlands. The desperation and urgency of the situation are palpable, setting the stage for a high-stakes mystery that only intensifies as the plot unfolds.

Fiona MacLeish, the determined police officer, is a well-crafted and relatable protagonist whose unwavering commitment to finding the missing girl is both admirable and endearing. As she delves deeper into the island’s secrets, you can’t help but root for her and feel her growing sense of unease.

What sets “The Island” apart is its masterful storytelling. G.N. Smith skillfully weaves together multiple plot threads, introducing a murder mystery that adds an extra layer of complexity to the narrative. The island itself becomes a character, shrouded in mystery and rife with tension as secrets come to light.

The pacing of the book is impeccable, with Smith expertly ratcheting up the suspense with each turn of the page. As the gale intensifies and the body count rises, you’ll find it nearly impossible to put the book down. The author keeps you guessing with a series of unexpected twists and turns, leaving you on the edge of your seat until the very last page.

Smith’s vivid descriptions of the Scottish Highlands and the island’s wild and untamed beauty immerse you in the setting, making it feel like a character in its own right. The atmospheric writing adds depth to the story, creating a sense of place that enhances the overall reading experience.

In “The Island,” G.N. Smith delivers a dark and twisty police procedural that will satisfy fans of the genre. “The Island” is a five-star thriller that should not be missed. Smith’s storytelling prowess is evident throughout, leaving readers eagerly anticipating future instalments in the Fiona MacLeish series. This book is a testament to the author’s skill in crafting gripping mysteries that keep readers on the edge of their seats, and it solidifies Smith’s place as a standout talent in the crime thriller genre.

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