DC Morgan Reading Order
| Title | Published | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|
| The Last Party | 2022 | Buy |
| A Game of Lies | 2023 | Buy |
Clare MacKintosh writes psychological thrillers that dig into the secrets we keep and the costs they exact. As a former police officer who spent twelve years with the Metropolitan Police, she brings real experience to her fiction—knowledge of how investigations actually work, how people behave under pressure, and how ordinary lives can unravel in extraordinary ways.
Her debut novel established her as a force in psychological suspense, combining a shocking twist with genuinely earned emotional payoff. Reviewers compared it to Gillian Flynn and Paula Hawkins, but the book stands on its own terms with its ability to keep readers guessing while making them care about the people involved. The follow-ups maintained that balance of plot mechanics and emotional stakes, cementing her reputation as a reliable source of smart, twisty thrillers.
Most recently, she introduced the DC Morgan series, drawing fully on her police background to create procedural elements authentic to readers who know the job. These books continue her exploration of how investigations affect not just those involved in the crime, but the detectives carrying them out as well.
Her writing shows understanding of trauma, memory, and how the past shapes the present. Rather than relying on gimmickry or shock value, her thrillers build toward their revelations with careful attention to character development and psychological plausibility. This approach has earned her a devoted readership who appreciate both the entertainment value and the emotional depth of her work.