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In the gripping detective novel, "The Corpse in the Bog," readers are thrust into the intriguing world of DS Fiona Madden and her steadfast partner, Detective Garda Tracy. The story unfolds amidst the eerie landscapes of South Connemara, where an unexpected discovery sets off a chain of events that will test their mettle like never before. The tale kicks off when Fiona and Tracy stumble upon a chilling sight - a corpse unearthed from the depths of a desolate bog. Instinctively, they claim the case as their own, plunging headfirst into a relentless quest to uncover the identity of the ...

SOLVING A COLD CASE CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE FOR THE BETTER, OR THE WORSE Detective Superintendent Ian Wilson's life appears to be spiraling uncontrollably into the abyss. The absence of his once steadfast partner has left a void that feels impossible to fill, and the job he was once passionate about has slipped through his fingers. The relentless weight of despair presses down upon him until, out of the blue, a flicker of opportunity presents itself in the most unexpected form. A 42-year-old murder case, long buried beneath layers of obscurity, is placed squarely on Wilson's plate. This case ...

“Connemara Girl" is a gripping tale that reintroduces DS Fiona Madden to her hometown of Galway, where she's found contentment with her partner, Ashling McGoldrick. However, tranquility eludes Fiona when a teenager vanishes without a trace, and an unexpected visitor claims to be the son she once gave up for adoption. Haunted by her past reputation in the village, Fiona remains resolute, fortified by a wall of inner strength. A martial arts expert, she swiftly confronts a local troublemaker, turning a viral video into a double-edged sword of admiration and resentment. Her actions draw the ...

In the tranquil landscapes of Connemara, a dark mystery unfolds beneath the waves. When Rory Clarke, manager of a local fish farm, is discovered drowned in the Atlantic, the initial verdict is accidental death. But DI Fiona Madden's pathologist friend harbors doubts, leading to an open verdict by the coroner and a call for investigation by the Garda Siochana. As Fiona delves deeper, she uncovers a web of intrigue surrounding Rory's life—a notorious philanderer—and the fish farm itself, which holds secrets darker than its tranquil facade suggests. With her personal life in turmoil, Fiona...

THEY CAN'T FORGET AND THAT'S WHY THEY HAVE TO DIE. In "Nothing but Memories," the debut novel in the gripping Ian Wilson series, readers are immersed in the gritty world of modern-day Belfast, a city still grappling with the shadows of its violent past. DCI Ian Wilson and his intrepid Belfast murder squad find themselves entangled in a chilling case that tests their investigative prowess and challenges them to navigate the treacherous waters of politics, sectarian tensions, and the murky underbelly of society. Amidst rising sectarian tensions, a ruthless professional assassin is targeting ...

How long can you live in fear, always peering over your shoulder? The gruesome murder of Lizzie Rice, the mother of one of Belfast's most notorious crime kingpins, threatens to unleash a powder keg of violence on the city's streets. With riots erupting and a growing body count, each victim meeting a similarly brutal end, it becomes abundantly clear that DCI Ian Wilson and his dedicated Murder Squad are facing a chilling and cunning serial killer. To outsmart this ruthless murderer, Wilson must navigate both the labyrinthine corridors of the past and the shadows of his own present. "Death to...

In the thrilling novel "Murder in Clifden," DS Fiona Madden and Detective Sean Tracy are thrust into the heart of a picturesque but troubled town. Their mission: to unravel a perplexing mini crime wave that has gripped the community of Clifden. Yet, their task is further complicated by the presence of two distinct groups of travelers encamped nearby, casting a shadow of suspicion and unease over the investigation. The story takes a sinister turn when the morning after Clifden's annual Horse Fair, a lifeless body is discovered. The victim, brutally stabbed to death, has been stripped of all ...

THE MOST DANGEROUS PROFESSION In a Belfast park, a grim discovery shatters the peace: the torso of a young woman, a life tragically cut short. With scant evidence, no discernible crime scene, and a baffling absence of motive, Ian Wilson and his dedicated murder squad find themselves facing an uphill battle to unearth the identity of the victim. As they tirelessly probe for answers, Wilson is forced to confront his own past, delving into a haunting murder case that had eluded his grasp in the past. This journey down memory lane unveils a long-buried secret linked to one of the last vestiges ...

IAN WILSON IS BACK Ian Wilson believed he had left the PSNI behind, but destiny had different plans for him. Persuaded to return, he finds himself at the helm of a murder squad burdened with added responsibilities. The enigmatic disappearance of gang boss Sammy Rice still haunts the city, and the integration of new team members adds an extra layer of complexity to his already challenging role. Then, a revelation emerges regarding the hidden burial site of one of the tragic 'disappeared.' The exhumation of the body and the ensuing investigation threaten to unveil one of Ulster's most ...

In "The Poteenmaker's Murder," the tranquility of a remote corner of South Connemara is shattered when a gruesome discovery is made: three members of a single family, brutally murdered in their cottage. Detective Sergeant Fiona Madden and her partner, detective Garda Sean Tracy, are called to the scene. To their horror, they learn that another family member is missing, raising suspicions that he might be the perpetrator. Initially, DI Horgan, Madden's superior, jumps to the seemingly obvious conclusion that the missing son is the culprit. However, this theory crumbles when the young man is ...

Is a father's love stronger than his devotion to God's calling? Monsignor Kevin Devlin's life is on a soaring trajectory within the Catholic Church until an unexpected revelation shakes the very foundations of his faith. He learns that he fathered a son he never knew existed, a revelation that sends shockwaves through his life, and that his son has disappeared. As he embarks on a relentless search for the missing boy, the Monsignor's journey takes an unexpected and harrowing turn, leading him into the shadowy underbelly of strip clubs, sex trafficking, and the sinister world of pedophiles. ...

The Bones in the Mill" takes readers on a riveting journey through the corridors of Mill Street Garda Station, where change is afoot. Fiona Madden assumes the role of acting detective inspector, leading the Serious Crimes Unit into uncharted territory. When a tramp stumbles upon a trove of human bones in a decrepit countryside mill near Clifden, the capital of Connemara, Fiona and her partner, detective Garda Sean Tracy, are dispatched to investigate. The mill, an ancient edifice hugging the shores of Streamstown Bay, harbors a chilling secret: a chamber brimming with scattered human bones....

THERE'S A DARK SHADOW OVER ULSTER AND IT KILLS. On a fateful night in Belfast, two young men are discovered dead, their demise appearing as ordinary as natural causes. Despite encountering disapproval from the upper echelons, DCI Wilson makes a pivotal decision to delve deeper into these seemingly innocuous deaths, heeding the instinctive guidance of pathologist Stephanie Reid. An unsettling aura lingers, suggesting an undercurrent of intrigue, and it falls upon the shoulders of the Belfast Murder Squad to unearth the concealed truths. What gradually unfolds is a sinister element that has ...

BIRDS OF A FEATHER, KILL TOGETHER A smuggling operation, orchestrated by paramilitary groups representing both religious factions, takes a fatal turn when a local farmer loses his life, and journalist Jock McDevitt is left injured from a gunshot. This incident hits close to home for Ian Wilson, the leader of the Belfast Murder Squad, intensifying his determination to apprehend the perpetrators. As the Belfast Murder Squad delves into the investigation, they uncover a web of criminal conspiracies that transcend old rivalries, uniting former foes from opposite sides of the sectarian divide. ...

It’s all change at Mill Street Station. The old hierarchy has been retired and a new broom has swept its last vestiges away. As a consequence Fiona Madden has been promoted to detective inspector and now heads up the CID unit. Sean Tracy has taken her post as detective sergeant. Their first case under the new regime comes quickly. A man has been shot in the back outside the holiday village of Letterfrack. The dead man is not a local but has a connection to a past that the villagers would like to forget. The victim is identified be a for former member of the Society of Christian Brothers ...

In the gripping crime novel, "The Druid's Dagger," the tranquil beauty of the Aran Islands is shattered by a chilling murder that reeks of ancient rituals. DS Fiona Madden and detective Garda Sean Tracy are dispatched to this remote and haunting landscape, where a gruesome discovery awaits them. At the heart of the investigation lies a lifeless body, a macabre tableau set within the Neolithic fort of Dun Aengus. The victim's chest is impaled by a dagger, evoking eerie echoes of ancient rites. Madden and Tracy, seasoned investigators, find themselves in a perplexing and unsettling realm ...

JP Sweeney, the steadfast Chief of Police in the tranquil enclave of Monk's Bay nestled along the serene Maine coast, is about to confront a relentless storm of darkness that will test the town's very soul. The horrific gang rape of a young girl shakes the community to its core, and the ensuing trial of the perpetrators fractures Monk's Bay, driving a wedge deep into its heart. The aftermath of the trial triggers a series of devastating events, including a tragic suicide and the unearthing of a sinister conspiracy. This dark plot awakens an ominous presence, one fueled by an unrelenting ...

AMIDST THE SILENCE, A STORM BREWS In a desolate region just south of the border that divides Northern Ireland and the Republic, a tragic event unfolds as a young man falls victim to a fatal beating. The incident sends ripples of unease throughout Belfast, with Detective Superintendent Ian Wilson acutely attuned to the palpable tension gripping the population. The specter of renewed violence looms large, fueled by the looming prospect of a hard border between Ireland and Northern Ireland. As Wilson and his Garda counterpart, Duane, embark on the pursuit of justice in the wake of the young ...

In the thought-provoking crime novel, "The Body at the Battery," Detective Sergeant Fiona Madden and her dedicated partner are thrust into the heart of a remote and haunting South Connemara landscape. Their mission: to uncover the chilling truth behind the discovery of a murdered young woman, cruelly discarded in this desolate region. However, as the Garda Technical Bureau's SCI team delves into the investigation, a web of secrets unravels. The victim's identity and the motives behind her murder lead them down a complex path. With initial suspects emerging, Madden and Tracy are faced with a...

DS Mark Kane, a relentless operative from the Metropolitan Police's undercover unit, SO-10, operates on the razor's edge of law enforcement. When a young woman tragically falls victim to a drug-related murder off the picturesque coast of France, Europol and her affluent father pool their resources in a relentless quest to track down her killers. In their quest for justice, they seek the ideal individual to infiltrate this dangerous world, and that person is none other than DS Kane. With strong suspicions pointing to the perpetrators being connected to the high-stakes world of International ...