Aberdeen's beloved mother-daughter duo, Alison and Jenny McGregor, are on the cusp of superstardom, having charmed the nation on the reality TV sensation 'Britain's Next Big Star'. Their viral success and a guaranteed spot in the semi-finals paint a picture of a dream come true, until it shatters into a terrifying nightmare. The pair are abducted, and a chilling ransom demand is plastered across every media outlet – a public plea for money, threatening their lives if the nation doesn't pay up. Detective Inspector Logan McRae is thrust into the high-stakes investigation, navigating the intense glare of the media, the fervent public outcry, and the desperate race against time. As the pressure mounts and the kidnappers' demands escalate, McRae must delve into the dark underbelly of celebrity, unearthing secrets and motives far more sinister than anyone could have imagined, all while the fate of Alison and Jenny hangs precariously in the balance.
Critical Reception
"This entry in the Logan McRae series solidifies Stuart MacBride's reputation for delivering gritty, unflinching Scottish crime fiction that leaves readers both disturbed and enthralled."