Friday, December 20, 2024

Book Review: Dark Is The Grave by TG Reid

Dark Is The Grave by TG Reid



This is a Scottish crime thriller set in Central Scotland. DCI Bone has been off work after a horrible encounter with a serial killer. He is brought back to work when a copycat killer strikes, and he has to face what happened to him.

I enjoyed this book, it was an interesting read and the mystery was built up very well. The twist was good, although I managed to figure it out before it happened. DCI Bone is very much what I’d expect a grizzled Scottish detective to be like.

It has a lot of the tropes you’d expect, but I like the main character a lot. I was absolutely compelled to keep reading to find out the truth alongside him. There was a bit of vernacular but it wasn’t excessive to me, making it still quite accessible for those who aren’t from Scotland.

All around a good read and an interesting story, exploring the effect of PTSD on people like the police with all the awful things they witness and get involved with. As well as how it can impact the people we love, and take its toll on relationships. Four stars from me.

Emi the Cat Lady ðŸ˜½

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