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The Mermaids Singing (Tony Hill & Carol Jordan, #1)

Val McDermid
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The Mermaids Singing (Tony Hill & Carol Jordan, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2002

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Val McDermid

The Mermaids Singing (Tony Hill & Carol Jordan, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2002
Book Details
Pages

364

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Bradfield • 1990s

Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Mermaids Singing by Val McDermid follows psychologist Tony Hill and Detective Inspector Carol Jordan as they hunt a serial killer in Northern England. The narrative explores their professional dynamics and personal challenges while delving into the intricacies of criminal profiling and police investigation.

Reviews & Readership

4.0

34,354 ratings

74%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Mermaids Singing by Val McDermid masterfully blends psychological depth with suspense, captivating readers through its complex characters and intricate plot. Critics praise its thrilling narrative and adept handling of dark themes. However, some found the graphic content unsettling. Overall, it is lauded for its compelling storytelling and expert pacing.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Mermaids Singing (Tony Hill & Carol Jordan, #1)?

Fans of intense psychological thrillers like Thomas Harris's The Silence of the Lambs and Gillian Flynn's Sharp Objects will appreciate Val McDermid's The Mermaids Singing. Ideal readers are those who enjoy dark, gritty crime stories with complex characters, intricate plots, and a blend of forensic and psychological suspense.

4.0

34,354 ratings

74%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

364

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Bradfield • 1990s

Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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