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Gun Street Girl

Adrian McKinty
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Gun Street Girl

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015

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Adrian McKinty

Gun Street Girl

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

313

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction

Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Northern Ireland • 1980s

Topic
World History
Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Gun Street Girl, Adrian McKinty follows Detective Sean Duffy as he investigates a double murder-suicide in 1980s Northern Ireland. Amidst political unrest and societal tension, Duffy navigates a complex case that involves political conspiracies and personal dilemmas. Set during the Troubles, the novel explores themes of loyalty, justice, and survival in a turbulent era.

Mysterious

Gritty

Suspenseful

Dark

Reviews & Readership

4.4

9,813 ratings

87%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Adrian McKinty's Gun Street Girl captivates with its atmospheric portrayal of 1980s Belfast and sharp dialogue. Sean Duffy remains a flawed yet compelling protagonist, adding depth to the gritty narrative. Some critiques mention a predictable plot and pacing issues. However, the strong sense of place and engaging character development make it a worthwhile read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Gun Street Girl?

Fans of Gun Street Girl by Adrian McKinty are likely to enjoy gritty, atmospheric crime novels with a historical twist, akin to works like Ian Rankin’s Rebus series or Dennis Lehane’s Gone, Baby, Gone. They appreciate strong, complex characters and intricate plots set against a backdrop of political tension.

4.4

9,813 ratings

87%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

313

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction

Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Northern Ireland • 1980s

Topic
World History
Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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