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Set in the tough streets of Scotland’s Garnethill, "Resolution" follows Maureen O'Donnell, a woman battling alcoholism, as she is thrust into a crime investigation when her boyfriend’s murder comes to light. Alongside a determined woman social worker, the pair navigate personal demons—Maureen’s abusive father’s return and her own redemption—while confronting a dark and relentless criminal underbelly. Through a mix of suspense, compassion, and grim wit, Denise Mina delivers a standalone, class‑conscious crime story that revisits the themes of her acclaimed Garnethill trilogy.
First publish date: 2001
Genre: Crime Fiction/Noir
Authors: Denise Mina
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