Distant Echo

Set against the chilling backdrop of a Scottish winter in 1978, the story revolves around the murder of a young barmaid, discovered in a cemetery. The only suspects are four friends who stumbled upon her body, facing a harrowing journey of accusation and revenge. As the narrative unfolds, themes of guilt, friendship, and the quest for truth intertwine, creating a gripping atmosphere that challenges the characters' bonds and moral choices. Val McDermid weaves a complex tale that examines the impact of a single act of violence on lives forever changed.