Reckoning

Detective Sergeant Eve Lockhart is drawn into a complex investigation when a teenage boy goes missing in a small Scottish island community. As she delves deeper, she uncovers long-buried secrets and a web of deceit that implicates those closest to home. The case forces Lockhart to confront her own past and the dark undercurrents of the seemingly tranquil island.

Reckoning received generally positive reviews, particularly for its atmospheric tension and strong performances, although some critics found the pacing to be uneven at times. Audiences appreciated the intricate plot and the authentic portrayal of island life.

• Praised for its moody atmosphere and compelling central mystery.
• Laura Fraser's performance as the determined detective was a standout.
• Some viewers felt the resolution was somewhat predictable.

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Reckoning is the second installment in the 'Karen Pirie' series, based on Val McDermid's novels, with the first being 'The Distant Echo'.