Jacqueline New | Crime Author
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ABOUT JACQUELINE NEW

Jacqueline New is the author of the popular DCI McNeill Scottish crime thrillers. A series featuring #1 books in the UK, USA, Canada and Australia.

Born in Yorkshire she worked in the world of art and design after qualifying as an interior designer.

Following ten-years writing historical and contemporary murder mysteries, in 2023 she introduced DCI McNeill of the Edinburgh Serious Crime Unit. Noir thrillers for readers who enjoy dark atmospheric police procedurals.

The series is published by Vinci Books and both audio and foreign editions are currently in the works.

Having lived and worked in various parts of the UK and abroad, she now resides in her home town in Yorkshire.

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ABOUT THE DCI McNEILL THRILLER SERIES

Step into the dark and atmospheric world of DCI McNeill, a seasoned detective with a sharp mind, a troubled past, and an unrelenting drive to hunt down the most dangerous criminals Scotland has to offer. Set against the raw beauty and grit of Scotland’s cities, lochs, and highlands, this gripping crime series blends intricate investigations with deeply personal stakes, delivering an unforgettable reading experience.

With cases that expose corruption, deception, and the worst of human nature, McNeill’s journey is as much about justice as it is about his own redemption. Haunted by old scars—both personal and professional—he navigates a world where loyalty is rare, secrets are deadly, and the truth is never as simple as it seems.

Perfect for fans of Ian Rankin, Val McDermid, Stuart MacBride and JD Kirk, these books are fast-paced, atmospheric, and full of authentic Scottish noir. If you love razor-sharp dialogue, morally complex characters, and twists that leave you breathless, you won’t be able to put these down.

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BOOK INFORMATION


  • Genre: Crime Thriller / Tartan Noir

  • Subgenres/keywords: Edinburgh, Scottish Crime, Noir Crime, Police Procedural, Murder Fiction, Mystery & Thriller.

  • Publication Date: October 26th 2023

  • ISBN-13: 978-1036700041 (paperback)

  • Retail Price: GBP £3.99 ~ £ 10.99 (price may vary depending on formats and distribution platforms)

  • Format: E-book, Paperback, Audiobook

  • Page Count: 284

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AMAZON AUDIBLE
WATERSTONES BARNES & NOBLE 

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PITCHES
In the heart of Edinburgh, a killer leaves a trail of secrets carved in blood.
When the past is carved into the present, can one detective decipher the truth?

BLURBS
Scars of the Past: It takes the combined efforts of the head of Edinburgh's serious crime unit, and an expert in ancient symbology to hunt a killer. But an explosive challenge could cost them their lives.
DCI McNeill, at the helm of Edinburgh’s Serious Crime Unit, is accustomed to confronting the city's darkest secrets. However, a body discovered in an impoverished tower block, marked with Celtic symbols, propels him into a case that challenges even his seasoned instincts.

PRAISE FOR SCARS OF THE PAST
“Scottish noir at its gritty, grizzly best. Highly recommended.”
- Kerry J Donovan, bestselling author of Ryan Kaine and DCI Jones. 
“Mac made a fascinating lead character and the way his team was put together is credit to a superb plot" 
- Amazon reader 

BOOK DESCRIPTION
In the heart of Edinburgh, a killer leaves a trail of secrets carved in blood.
As the leader of the Serious Crime Unit, DCI ‘Mac’ McNeill is no stranger to the city's darkest secrets. But when a body marked with Celtic symbols is discovered in a run-down tower block, the case challenges even his seasoned instincts.
With the victim's ties to the treacherous drug scene and a notorious crime lord complicating matters, Mac seeks the help of Dr. Clio Wray, an expert in ancient symbology.
But when a second body emerges, an unsettling connection is made to Mac himself.
The case spirals into uncharted territory.
The gripping first instalment in the DCI McNeill crime thriller series.