When Detective Cormac Reilly is assigned a cold case involving the death of a mother two decades earlier, he uncovers disturbing links to a present-day crime. Set in Galway, The Ruin is a gripping Irish crime thriller that blends atmosphere, suspense, and emotional depth — the compelling start to McTiernan’s acclaimed series.
Praised for its authentic Irish setting and layered mystery. Perfect for fans of Tana French’s In the Woods, Liz Nugent’s Unravelling Oliver, and Jane Casey’s Maeve Kerrigan series. “Atmospheric and compelling — a strong start to a promising series.”
⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ 4.1/5 from 50,000+ Goodreads readers. Bundle with The Scholar and The Good Turn for the full Cormac Reilly series.
A trade paperback (2018) in Good condition — moderate wear, some page yellowing, all pages present.
