Tony-hill Quote by Val McDermid

“I told her you were probably here'. 'Thanks,' Tony said. 'Did I mention she thinks her brother's murder is my fault?”

— Val McDermid

“Around five-eight, slim, good shoulders, narrow hips, legs and trunk in proportion, short dark hair, side parting, dark eyes, probably blue, shadows under the…

— Val McDermid

“I failed her. And she's out of my life. I don't even know where she's living. What she's doing to get through the days.…

— Val McDermid

“Her eyes widened and her mouth formed an anguished O. He had to admit, there was real pleasure in seeing her pay the price…

— Val McDermid

“Discovering dedicated mystery booksellers was a bit like going to heaven without having to die first”

— Val McDermid

“Everybody's got the right to go to hell in the handcart of their choice.”

— Val McDermid

“It wasn't enough but it was a start. It might keep him going...”

— Val McDermid

“Look at you. Finally, you look upset. Is that what's bothering you now?' She stepped close to him and pushed him hard in the…

— Val McDermid

That was the trouble with moving houses; no matter how carefully you packed the books, they never ended up on the new shelves in…

— Val McDermid

“Why are you only coming home just after three? Do you want a drink? I'm wide awake now.' He could be so like a…

— Val McDermid

“junction at the top of the stairs. She gave a curious glance down General Tilney’s corridor, but she”

— Val McDermid

Steve Mosby has become one of a handful of writers who make me excited about crime fiction.

— Val McDermid