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Report for Murder : Lindsay Gordon Crime Series - Val McDermid

Report for Murder

By: Val McDermid

Paperback | 9 April 2026

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The debut novel from no.1 bestseller Val McDermid, now with a new design and introduction from the author: Introducing lesbian journalist Lindsay Gordon who finds herself solving a murder after a musician is killed at a concert

Moments before she was due to appear on stage at school fundraising gala, star cellist Lorna Smith is found dead, garrotted with her own cello string.

Freelance journalist Lindsay Gordon was only covering the gala to make some quick cash, but when a friend is arrested for Lorna's murder, Lindsay is determined to prove her innocence.

With her friend's freedom at stake, Lindsay dives into Lorna's life, uncovering a world of secrets, lies and betrayal.

Praise for Val McDermid

'McDermid remains unrivalled ... Brilliant' Observer

'Val McDermid is a born storyteller... absorbing reading' Sunday Telegraph

'A classic ... McDermid pulls out all the stops. Impeccable' Guardian

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