A Snowball in Hell

In Christopher Brookmyre's gripping tale, Simon Darcourt, a witty and ruthless killer, is staging a disturbing celebrity talent show that’s drawing unprecedented media attention—at a deadly cost to its contestants. The police enlist Angelique de Xavia, a seasoned cop with a complicated history with Darcourt, to help track him down. As she navigates this dangerous assignment, Angelique realizes her survival hinges on more than just her skills; a touch of magic may be her only hope.