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The Killing Mood

By: T.F. Muir
Narrated by: David Monteath
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About this listen

 Mid-winter, St. Andrews, Scotland: When a university lecturer fails to turn up for class, he is found dead at home, with evidence of having committed suicide. A female student reports to the police that she was having an affair with him and knows he would never commit suicide. Toxicology results turn up Class A drugs in his system, and DCI Andy Gilchrist and his associate, DS Jessie Janes, are called in to investigate.

The initial enquiry soon turns into a murder investigation, and when Gilchrist and Jessie dig deep into the man's background they uncover a criminal past, a history of romance scams, and several bank accounts containing hundreds of thousands of pounds. A forensic search of the man's computer hard-drives reveal a lengthy trail of heartbroken women tricked into parting with their savings in a futile search for love.

Did one of those scorned women seek revenge and kill him? Or did his criminal past finally catch up with him?

PRAISE FOR T.F. MUIR:

'Rebus did it for Edinburgh. Laidlaw did it for Glasgow. Gilchrist might just be the bloke to put St Andrews on the crime fiction map.' Daily Record

'A truly gripping read, with all the makings of a classic series.' Mick Herron

'Gripping and grisly, with plenty of twists and turns that race along with black humour.' Craig Robertson

'DCI Gilchrist gets under your skin. Though, determined, and a bit vulnerable, this character will stay with you long after the last page.' Anna Smith

'Gripping!' Peterborough Telegraph Crime Crime Thrillers Fiction Genre Fiction Medical Mystery Police Procedural Thriller & Suspense Heartfelt Suspense Student

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lots of plot twists and great narration wonderful cast of characters good to see the relationship with Irene develop

DI Gilchrist on form

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David Montieth is such a good narrator and perfect for this series. I've enjoyed all the books, including this one, though have never heard the word "chuckled" used so frequently! 😂 I hope the series continues.

Another good listen

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I like the pace, the narration, the grittiness of his novels. This one is right up there with authenticity, a topical story and a good narrator. T.F. Muir knows is stuff and I will continue to purchase his Audible books. Another 4 star novel!

Towser T

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I love this series as the characters are not one dimensional. The story lines are not easily guessed so holds you to then end

Storyline doesn’t let you down

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Firstly, perfect narration as always by David Monteith.

Really interesting and up to date storyline dealing with romance scams and revenge. Fast paced with lots of twists and turns as always, which held your attention to the end. Gilchrist's family and friends make an appearance throughout but don't overshadow the main storyline.

Roll on the next book.

Simply brilliant

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