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DI Monica Kennedy books in order
Looking for G R Halliday’s Monica Kennedy books in order? Look no further!
G R Halliday transports you to the epic Scottish Highlands in his series which follows Detective Inspector Monica Kennedy as she investigates multiple murders for the Serious Crimes unit.
This gritty series is not for the faint-hearted, but those who enjoy crime fiction with an edge will love it. Perfect for fans of Val McDermid, Ann Cleeves and Peter May, there are currently three books to enjoy.
With more books to follow, this is your chance to get in from the off, with a grippingly chilling series that’ll leave you wanting more.
Here are G R Halliday’s DI Monica Kennedy books in order.
G R Halliday’s Monica Kennedy books in order:
From the Shadows by G R Halliday
1. From the Shadows (2019)
Sixteen-year-old Robert arrives home late. Without a word to his dad, he goes up to his bedroom. Robert is never seen alive again. A body is soon found on the coast of the Scottish Highlands. DI Monica Kennedy is drawn into the murder investigation and she has a feeling that the case won’t begin and end with this one death.
Meanwhile, Inverness-based social worker Michael Bach is worried about one of his clients whose last correspondence was a single ambiguous text message; Nichol Morgan has been missing for seven days.
As Monica is faced with catching a murderer who has been meticulously watching and waiting, Michael keeps searching for Nichol, desperate to find him before the killer claims another victim.
Dark Waters by G R Halliday
2. Dark Waters (2020)
Annabelle has come to the Scottish Highlands to escape. But as she speeds along a deserted mountain road, she is suddenly forced to swerve. The next thing she remembers is waking up in a dark, damp room. A voice from the corner of the room says ‘The Doctor will be here soon’.
Scott is camping alone in the Scottish woodlands when he hears a scream. He starts to run in fear of his life. Scott is never seen again.
Meanwhile DI Monica Kennedy has been called to her first Serious Crimes case in six months – a dismembered body has been discovered, abandoned in a dam. Days later, when another victim surfaces, Monica knows she is on the hunt for a ruthless killer. But as she begins to close in on the murderer, her own dark past isn’t far behind…
Under the Marsh by G R Halliday
3. Under the Marsh (2022)
Twelve years ago DI Monica Kennedy caught the notorious serial killer Pauline Tosh, imprisoning her for life.
When Pauline asks Monica to visit her at the remote Highlands Carselang prison, the detective thinks she’s playing games. But then Pauline hands her a hand-drawn map with a cross marking the desolate marsh lands near Inverness and Monica can’t ignore it – she was always convinced there were more victims out there.
And when a body is discovered it looks like they’ve found a new name from Pauline’s kill list. But things are never that simple…
There you have it – all G R Halliday’s Monica Kennedy books in order! How many have you read? Let us know in the comments below…
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G.R. Halliday’s DI Monica Kennedy series is a brilliant and thrilling addition to the world of crime fiction. The books are packed with tense, edge-of-your-seat moments that keep you hooked from start to finish. Halliday masterfully weaves intricate plots that are as dark as they are exciting, with twists that surprise and characters that feel real. DI Monica Kennedy is a compelling protagonist—strong, flawed, and deeply human. If you’re looking for a crime series that combines psychological depth with gripping suspense, this series is a must-read. When will the next book be released? is there a next book.
Under the marsh a fantastic book,great description of the beautiful highlands