{"title":"Series: Allie Burns","description":"\u003cp\u003eDive into the gripping world of the 'Allie Burns' series by acclaimed author Val McDermid. This compelling collection offers a masterful blend of \u003cem\u003eCrime \u0026amp; Thriller\u003c\/em\u003e genres, taking readers on a thrilling journey through the transformative decades of the late 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBegin the adventure with \u003cstrong\u003e1979\u003c\/strong\u003e, where investigative journalist Allie Burns finds herself navigating the undercurrents of political strife and social change. Her relentless pursuit of the truth uncovers an intricate web of dangers, reflecting the tumultuous nature of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eContinue with \u003cstrong\u003e1989\u003c\/strong\u003e, as Allie faces new challenges in a world reshaping itself amidst technological advancements and shifting power dynamics. McDermid expertly captures the essence of this pivotal decade, turning each page into a captivating exploration of suspense and intrigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a long-time fan of crime novels or new to the genre, the 'Allie Burns' series promises a unique and enthralling reading experience. Delve into the stories that are as rich in historical context as they are in plot twists and discover why Val McDermid remains a powerhouse in crime literature.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"1979-by-val-mcdermid-9780751583076","title":"1979","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTHE FIRST IN A THRILLING NEW SERIES FROM THE NO.1 BESTSELLER\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003ePre-order Val McDermid's explosive new novel, \u003ci\u003e1989\u003c\/i\u003e, now!\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n____________________\n\n\u003ci\u003eShe's on the hunt for a killer story...\u003c\/i\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e1979\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e. It's the winter of discontent, and Allie Burns is chasing her first big scoop. One of few women in the newsroom, she needs something explosive for the boys' club to take her seriously.\n\nSoon Allie and fellow reporter Danny Sullivan are making powerful enemies with their investigations - and Allie won't stop there. When she discovers a terrorist threat close to home, she devises a dangerous plan to make her name.\n\nBut Allie is a woman in a man's world... and putting a foot wrong could be fatal.\n\n____________________\n\n'A \u003cb\u003esupremo of the genre\u003c\/b\u003e at the height of her powers' - \u003cb\u003ePETER JAMES\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n'The Queen of Crime has delivered \u003cb\u003eanother masterpiece\u003c\/b\u003e' - \u003cb\u003eDAVID BALDACCI\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n'Allie is a \u003cb\u003efabulous character\u003c\/b\u003e, I'll go wherever she takes me' - \u003cb\u003eMARIAN KEYES\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n'A \u003cb\u003ethrilling snapshot\u003c\/b\u003e of a \u003cb\u003efascinating\u003c\/b\u003e era' - \u003cb\u003eJANE HARPER\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n'McDermid at her \u003cb\u003enail-biting, heart-rending best\u003c\/b\u003e' - \u003cb\u003eCHRIS WHITAKER\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n'Her \u003cb\u003ebest book\u003c\/b\u003e in years' - \u003ci\u003eTHE TIMES, \u003c\/i\u003eBOOK OF THE MONTH\n\n'Allie Burns is \u003cb\u003eoff to a flying start\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003ewell worth following\u003c\/b\u003e' - \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eSCOTSMAN\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\n\n'A \u003cb\u003eperfect\u003c\/b\u003e snapshot of the social and political issues of the time' - \u003cb\u003eLINWOOD BARCLAY\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n'Full of \u003cb\u003ewit\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003ethrills\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eincisive social observation\u003c\/b\u003e and features a \u003cb\u003emarvellous new character\u003c\/b\u003e' - \u003cb\u003eMICK HERRON\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n'I have been reading Val McDermid for twenty-five years, so \u003cb\u003eI am really saying something when I tell you I enjoyed this novel the most\u003c\/b\u003e' - \u003cb\u003eCHRIS BROOKMYRE\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n'The good news is that \u003cb\u003ethis excellent novel marks the start of a new series\u003c\/b\u003e' - \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eGUARDIAN\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\n\n'Brilliant characters, \u003cb\u003emasterful plotting\u003c\/b\u003e' - \u003cb\u003eCHRIS HAMMER\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n'An \u003cb\u003eexcellent\u003c\/b\u003e opener to what promises to be an \u003cb\u003eoutstanding series\u003c\/b\u003e' - \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eSPECTATOR\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\n\n'The \u003cb\u003efast-paced\u003c\/b\u003e storytelling flows \u003cb\u003eirresistibly\u003c\/b\u003e' - \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eIRISH TIMES\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\n\n'\u003cb\u003eRiveting\u003c\/b\u003e' - \u003ci\u003eDAILY EXPRESS\u003c\/i\u003e\n\n'\u003cb\u003eSensational\u003c\/b\u003e. 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