Val McDermid
Val McDermid
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Full Name and Common Aliases
Valerie Ann McDermid is a British author of crime fiction novels, best known by her pen name Val McDermid.
Birth and Death Dates
Born on November 4, 1955, in Kirkcaldy, Fife, Scotland. Still active as an author, there is no available information on any passing.
Nationality and Profession(s)
McDermid is a Scottish-born British crime writer, journalist, and broadcaster. Her work spans across the genres of mystery, thriller, and science fiction.
Early Life and Background
Growing up in Kirkcaldy, Scotland, McDermid developed an interest in writing at an early age. She attended the University of Yorkshire where she studied English and Drama. After completing her studies, she began a career as a journalist for various publications in the UK. Her experience in journalism played a significant role in shaping her storytelling skills.
Major Accomplishments
Throughout her illustrious career, McDermid has received numerous accolades. In 1995, she won the MacAllan/Scottish Arts Council Book Award for her novel _A Place of Execution_. She also received the Dilys Award, an American literary award given to books that are "best in the mystery category," for _The Distant Echo_.
Notable Works or Actions
McDermid is best known for her crime novels, which often delve into themes of psychology and the darker aspects of human nature. Some of her notable works include:
_A Place of Execution_ (1999) - A historical mystery novel set in 1950s England.
_The Distant Echo_ (2003) - A psychological thriller that explores the concept of guilt and redemption.
* _The Retribution_ (2011) - The tenth installment in her Tony Hill and Carol Jordan series.
Impact and Legacy
Val McDermid's works have had a significant impact on the crime fiction genre. Her novels often tackle complex themes, pushing readers to confront uncomfortable truths about human nature. This has earned her a reputation as one of the most skilled and thought-provoking authors in the field.
Quotes by Val McDermid
I came from a working-class family, but I was supported by a grant system and had my fees paid, so I came out of Oxford with a debt of something like £200.
With the passage of time, people’s memories always edited the past. A lot of details slipped from their grasp, while others that had seemed trivial at the time took on greater weight.
Discovering dedicated mystery booksellers was a bit like going to heaven without having to die first.
Father, everybody has mugs these days. It’s not a sign of debauchery and disrepute to drink tea from a mug.
You are Tadeusz Radecki? I am in the right place?′ ‘I know who I am. What I want to know is who you are.
The nurse looked surprised. ‘You’re a bit high on the totem pole to be taking statements.’ Carol debated momentarily how to describe her relationship with Tony. ‘Colleague’ was insufficient, ‘landlord’ somehow misleading and ‘friend’ both more and less than the truth. She shrugged. ‘He feeds my cat.
They think of policemen as they do of Labradors – noble, loyal, good with children, man’s protector and friend. In.
The Glasgow accent was so strong you could have built a bridge with it and known it would outlast the civilization that spawned it.